Students in Prince William County and the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park are invited to participate in the 6th Annual Law Day Art Contest and Workshop, organized by the Circuit Court Clerk’s Office. The event will begin with a hands-on art workshop at the Makerspace at the Prince William Public Central Library on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at 1 p.m. Registration is required for those interested in attending.
The workshop aims to help students learn new artistic techniques and gain insights from local artists who will serve as guest speakers. This year’s contest theme is “The Rule of Law and The American Dream,” a topic selected by the American Bar Association that focuses on equality before the law and the right to pursue personal goals.
Law Day is observed every May across the country to encourage public understanding of legal principles and their role in society. Clerk of Circuit Court Jacqueline C. Smith stated, “The contest encourages students to reflect on this year’s theme and express their perspectives through their artwork.”
The contest is open to students from first through twelfth grade who attend public, private, or home schools in Prince William County or the cities of Manassas and Manassas Park during the 2025–2026 school year. Additional information about registration, contest guidelines, and submission instructions can be found on the Circuit Court Clerk’s webpage at https://www.pwcva.gov/department/circuit-court/clerks-annual-law-day-art-contest/.
Student artwork will be exhibited and awards presented during a ceremony and open house scheduled for May 2026, with an exact date yet to be announced. Updates about the event can be followed on @PWCCircuitCourt via Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and YouTube.
