Congratulations to our Phoenix Southern Lakes Anthology 2025 Winners! Each year, DDSD celebrates student creativity through the Southern Lakes Anthology. This year’s theme, "The Power of...", inspired incredible entries from Grades 3-8. After 65 submissions, 24 exceptional pieces were selected to represent our district in the regional competition! Join us in celebrating these talented students who will be published:
5th Grade: Olivia, “Words Are Strong” (Poetry), Carson, “Books are a real deal!” (Poetry), Ava, “Painting Takes Over” (Poetry), Dalila, “You Have It All” (Poetry), Dallas, “Fearless” (Prose), Lacey, “Words…” (Cartoon).
6th Grade: Oakley, “Kindness” (Illustrated Writing), Natalie, “Say Cheese” (Poetry).
7th Grade: Kenzie, “Words Hurt” (Cartoon), Mallory, “Determination” (Cartoon), Blake, “Control Your Own Strings” (Art).
8th Grade: Alyx and Dylan, “Focus” (Illustrated Writing), Ximena, “Helping Is The Key” (Cartoon), Cadence, “Words” (Cartoon), Celeste, “The Effects of High Expectations on a Child” (Poetry), Reilly, “Good Cookies” (Expository Writing), Charlotte, “Glimpse of a Dream” (Poetry).
We’re so proud of our students’ creativity and can’t wait to see them shine in the regional competition!