Through The Student Lens 2026
*The event has already taken place on this date: Sun, 04/19/2026
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This inspiring exhibition fills the gallery with nearly 240 striking images created by students representing 24 participating schools. Displayed in a professional gallery setting, these photographs reveal fresh perspectives, bold imagination, and the remarkable artistic voices emerging from our local classrooms.
Through the Student Lens has become a cherished annual tradition—one that highlights the power of photography as a tool for observation, storytelling, and creative expression. Visitors will discover an energetic and diverse collection of work that reflects both the individuality of each student and the vibrant artistic spirit growing throughout our community.
WROC-TV has signed on as media sponsor and will feature a digital gallery of photographs on RochesterFirst.com. From March 24th thru April 8, the public can vote for their favorite photo which will determine the #1 “Image Innovator” for 2026.
Who: Each participating school has submitted ten photos taken by students, with no more than two photos from any one student on display.
Participating Schools and Teachers
Allendale Columbia - Amy Oliveri
Aquinas Institute - Lorin Easton
Brighton- Jennilyn Pickering
Churchville Chili - Sara Rogers
East High - Geoffrey Morgan
Easter Monroe Career Center - Sulyn Bennett-Hennessey
East Rochester - Kate D’Onofrio-McIndoe
Fairport - Elissa DeChick and John Brien
Gates Chili - Kelly Hanning and Danielle Ike
Irondequoit - Lauren Reinert
Le Roy - Karen Castro
Norman Howard - Bruce Bennett
Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women -Kylie Dahlberg
Penfield - David Weisbrod
Pittsford Mendon - Beth Quattrociocchi
Pittsford Sutherland - Amy Palermo
Red Creek - Nicole Czeck
School of the Arts - Kelly Watson
Spencerport - Stephanie Prevosti
The Harley School - Gabriel Rivas
Virtual Academy of Rochester - Susan Rudy
Webster Schroeder - Peter DeWitte
Webster Thomas - Eric Crombach
WEMOCO - Amy LaGambino
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