SYHS entry places third in county WaterWise video contest
By Santa Ynez Valley Star Staff · Tue Mar 17 2020
The Santa Barbara County Water Agency is pleased to announce the winners of the 21st Annual WaterWise High School Video Contest. In total, 28 students from five schools throughout the county submitted 10 videos. Students were challenged to create 30-second videos centered on the theme “Life After Lawn.” While the Water Agency and water providers arrange for monetary prizes to the winning schools, private sector sponsors provide awards for the students.
First Place: “Drought Resistant Lawns are the Future” by Dos Pueblos High School received $1,000. Students won a $500 prize provided by Carollo Engineers.
Second Place: “Mulch Master” by Pioneer Valley High School received $500. Students won a $250 prize provided by Geosyntec Consultants.
Third Place: “Doctor Drought” by Santa Ynez High School received $300. Students won a $150 prize provided by Ewing Irrigation.
Honorable Mentions for North County and South County submissions: