Penn graduate named Indiana’s Outstanding Student Art Teacher of 2023

Penn High School graduate Olivia Van Renterghem has been named Indiana’s Outstanding Student Art Teacher of 2023.

 

Van Renterghem,a pre-service Art Educator/Herron School of Art and Design, IUPUI, credited Penn with playing a key role in her development.

 

“This recognition is a testament to my dedication and passion for art education, which began during my time at Penn High School in Mrs. Hope’s classroom,” Van Renterghem said. “Additionally, I am equally proud to announce that I have been granted a scholarship that will enable me to further my professional development in this field.

 

“These achievements are not just personal milestones; they are also a reflection of the solid foundation and inspiration I received during my high school years. Penn High School’s unwavering support in fostering an environment where creativity and education go hand in hand has been instrumental in my growth as an educator and an artist.”