Two Pinellas teachers and a Palm Harbor student earn statewide art recognition

The Florida Art Education Association (FAEA) announced the winners of the 2026 FAEA Awards Program, with two Pinellas educators and a Palm Harbor student earning statewide recognition.
- Natalie Potacco of Curlew Creek Elementary won the Elementary Art Educator of the Year Award.
- Nicholas Kozlowski of Paul B. Stephens School won the Adaptive Arts Educator Award
- Eva Aadil of Palm Harbor University High School won the Charles Dorn High School Student Award of Excellence.
These honors recognize the highest level of professionalism in art education and artistic achievement. This year's recipients will be honored at the 2026 FAEA Annual Conference in October.
See the full list of winners on the FAEA website.


