Congratulations to all of the category winners! 

The contest is a fun way for students to kick off the Christmas Holiday. The Rudolph the Pumping Unit is a community staple that sparks memories and traditions for families across East Texas. Students submit artwork of their best interpretation of the pumping unit using various forms of paint, colors, pencils, etc. Each division is awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, and the 1st place winner is named the "Youth Grand Marshall" of the Lufkin Christmas Parade. All entries will be featured on the Parks and Recreation Website and Facebook for all to enjoy. The original entries are displayed in the Recreation Center's main lobby. 

Youth Grand Marshals 2022 

From Left to right  Abby Bennet, Hallie Mcguire, and Chloe Ramirez 

Photo Credit: Lisa Crow Photography and Events 

Child Division Winners Ages 5-8

 1st Place- Hallie McGuire, Dunbar Primary 

 2nd Place- Journey G. Hamilton, Peavy Primary

 3rd Place- Andrew Beames, Brookhollow Elementary  

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2nd Place

3rd Place 

Junior Division Winners Ages 9-12

 1st Place- Chloe Ramirez, Bonner Elementary 


2nd Place-  Abigail Soverns, St Cyprian's Episcopal School

3rd Place- Camila Duron, Pineywoods Community Academy 

1st Place 

2nd Place 

3rd Place

Senior Division Winners Ages 13-18

 1st Place- Abby Bennett, Lufkin High School

 2nd Place- Brynn Linette, Lufkin High School

 3rd Place- Kaylee Snider, Hudson High School  


Honorable Mention- Tripp Zeleskey, St. Cyprians Episcopal School 

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2nd Place 

3rd Place

Honorable Mention