Bellport High Student Earns Multiple Prestigious Art Awards

Alana Cornacchiulo's artwork recognized at Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, Suffolk County Art Leaders' Association show

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Bellport High School senior Alana Cornacchiulo has earned multiple prestigious honors for her artwork, including five pieces recognized at the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, with two advancing to the national level. She also received best in show at the Suffolk County Art Leaders' Association's High School All County and Scholarship Show.

Why it matters

Cornacchiulo's success highlights the strength of the art program at Bellport High School and the talented students it produces. Her achievements demonstrate the value of nurturing young artists and providing them opportunities to showcase their skills at prestigious competitions.

The details

Cornacchiulo submitted a portfolio of five distinctly different pieces to the Scholastic competition, with each earning recognition. Her jewelry piece 'Shield Away From Those Around You,' a creatively crafted set of press-on nails, was awarded a Gold Key and will advance to nationals. Her painting 'Parallel Play,' a depiction of her father and his favorite cat, also moved to the national level. Her drawings 'To Be Human' and 'Glowing Gloss' earned Silver Key awards, while her fashion piece 'The Skin: The First Line' received an honorable mention. 'Glowing Gloss' also earned a Best in Show at the SCALA competition.

  • Cornacchiulo is a senior at Bellport High School.

The players

Alana Cornacchiulo

A senior at Bellport High School who has earned multiple prestigious art awards, including recognition at the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards and the Suffolk County Art Leaders' Association's High School All County and Scholarship Show.

South Country School District

The school district that Bellport High School is a part of, which congratulated Cornacchiulo on her achievements.

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What they’re saying

“I am very excited about it.”

— Alana Cornacchiulo (Patch.com)

What’s next

Cornacchiulo plans to study psychology in college this fall while continuing to pursue her passion for art.

The takeaway

Cornacchiulo's success demonstrates the strength of the art program at Bellport High School and the opportunities it provides for talented students to showcase their skills at prestigious competitions. Her achievements highlight the value of nurturing young artists and supporting their creative development.