Youth Art Month (YAM) is a statewide celebration of creativity, artistic expression, and the importance of art education in New Jersey schools. Each March, AENJ highlights outstanding student artwork from across the state, showcasing the talent, imagination, and dedication of young artists and their teachers.
YAM provides meaningful opportunities for students to shine and for educators to promote the value of the arts in their communities.
Opportunities for AENJ Members:
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Submit student artwork for inclusion in your county YAM show
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Submit work through your county YAM Chair for the yearly YAM Contest
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Have selected pieces advance to the State Exhibition
We encourage all current members to participate and help celebrate the power of art education.
Important: Contact your County YAM Chair for important deadlines and submission details.
To find your representative, click the YAM Chair List button below.
Let’s continue to uplift and celebrate every student artist who brings creativity to our classrooms and communities.
Questions? Contact our State YAM Chairs, Danielle Davis & Pat Carper Brown: YAM@aenj.org
