Capitol Dental Care held its 2nd annual poster contest during February to celebrate National Children’s Dental Health Month. The theme was “Brave Smiles,” and a lot of creative entries come in for both age categories (K-3rd grade and 4th-6th grade). Three local judges helped pick the winning entries, and each winner received scholarship money and a certificate of recognition. Plus, a matching donation was awarded to the art department of each winner’s school.

Gabrielle Sousa, left, placed second in the K-3rd grade category, she won $250. She is a second-grader at Hall-Dale Elementary School. Allie Young, placed first in category 4th-6th grade and won $500. She is a 5th grader at Hall-Dale Elementary School. Contributed photos

Farrington Elementary School second-grader Kendall Dorr, left, placed first in category K-3rd grade and won $500. Kristen Merrill, right, took second place in category 4th-6th grade and won $250). She is a 4th grader at Farrington Elementary School. In the center is Dr. Randall Cutri.