Paris Independent School District

Paris High School junior Hannah Cunningham has been named a finalist in the 2025 I Am Texas writing and art contest, hosted by The Bryan Museum in Galveston. Cunningham was recognized for her short story, “Dancing on the Edge of War.”

As a finalist, Cunningham’s work will be published in the 2025 Historian’s Journal, which will become part of the Museum’s permanent library collection. She has also been invited to attend the special I Am Texas reception at The Bryan Museum on November 23, 2025.

The contest winners will be announced on September 22 through the I Am Texas website. In addition, finalist artwork will be on display at the Museum from September 26 through November 23, 2025.

The I Am Texas contest began in 2022 when The Bryan Museum and the iWrite Literacy Organization joined forces to publish 1,000 student writers and artists in what became the Guinness World Record–breaking largest book in the world. Since then, the contest has grown across the state, offering students in grades 2–12 opportunities to earn scholarships, publishing prizes, and recognition for their creative achievements.

The 2026 I Am Texas writing and art contest will run from October 10, 2025 through April 30, 2026. All Texas students in grades 2–12 are invited to participate. More information can be found at www.iamtx.org.