Redland Middle School crowned winner of MCDOT's ‘Paint the Plow' contest

Yahoo29-05-2025

MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Md. () — The wait is over, and a middle school in Derwood was named the winner of the Montgomery County Department of Transportation's (MCDOT) 'Paint the Plow' contest.
On Wednesday, the department announced that Redland Middle School was selected as the first-place winner. The winning design, 'Life is a Highway,' illustrated a Ride On bus and a highway worker on Sam Eig Highway.
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'Congratulations to Redland Middle School and all the participating students and teachers,' said Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich. 'The Paint the Plow competition is a beloved annual tradition that engages students in recognizing the valuable contributions of our public works employees. I look forward to seeing the plows in action during the winter months as a tribute to the men and women who keep our County running.'
The contest is held each year as part of the 'Public Works Week,' to honor essential workers. The special week highlights the employees of its Division of Highway Services, public works employees, and the vital role they play in safety and quality of life for residents.
The contest featured 11 county middle schools. The art pieces were displayed at the department's 'Truck Day,' where over 2,600 people voted.
Here is a list of the winners:
First place and awarded $500: Redland Middle School in Derwood for its decorated snowplow with a transportation theme named 'Life is a Highway.'
Second place and awarded $300: Hallie Wells Middle School in Clarksburg for its decorated snowplow with a 'Heroes of Public Works' theme named 'Plow!'
Third place and awarded $200: Julius West Middle School in Rockville for its decorated snowplow with a Minions theme named 'Snow Ready for Summer.'
'I want to thank our MCPS students for helping us celebrate our public works employees,' said MCDOT Director Chris Conklin. 'I was impressed by the creativity and talent of these students and their efforts to raise awareness of the unseen but vital role our employees play in our community.'
The department said residents will see the newly decorated snow plows in action this winter.
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