SAN DIEGO, CA – May 9, 2007 – The Active Network, Inc. (Active), a leading provider of application services technology and marketing solutions for community service and participatory sports organizations, today announced the winners of its Active Art competition. In order to kick-off the re-launch of the company’s popular online community, Active.com, San Diego County elementary school students in kindergarten through fifth grade were asked to illustrate, through personal drawings, what the word “Active” means to them.
“I speak for all the judges when I say that we have some amazingly creative and talented student artists in San Diego,” said Dave Alberga, CEO, The Active Network, Inc. “A big thank you to all the schools that participated, and we look forward to showcasing the winning entry on our new Active.com site.”
Winners and Finalists
- Overall Winner: Chris Smith, Otay Elementary, Grade 5
- Grade Category Winner (K – 2nd Grade): Nicole Rae Jones, Bonsall Elementary, Grade 2
- Grade Category Winner (3rd – 5th Grade): Haley Glasmann, Reidy Creek Elementary, Grade 3
- K – 2nd Grade Finalists:
- Luz Florely Aguilar
- Zaid Alverado
- Scarlett Camberos
- Katia Castillo
- Cristian Galvan
- Rosie Martinez
- Armando Muñoz
- Helen Nava
- Shantel Navarro
- George Ndoumbe
- Martius Prado, Jr.
- Perla Rivera
- Aurora Salazar
- David Sanchez
- Johanna Soriano
- 3rd – 5th Grade Finalists:
- Ivan Calzada
- Monica Contreras
- Tessa DeJournett
- Xcaret Gomez
- Khimberly Gutierrez
- Allison Miller
- Glenn Moss
- Will Moss
- Lauryn Ndoumbe
- Kelly Paldino
- Elvia Quintana
- Nicole Ramos
- Brandee Ricoy
- Rubi Rivera
- Emily Schneider
Students were judged on artistic merit, creativity and supporting statement. Chris Smith, who drew the winning entry, will receive a new bicycle from B&L Bike and Sports (www.blbikes.com) and $1,000 in school supplies for his classroom. Additionally, his drawing will be featured on the launch day of the new Active.com web site which goes live in the upcoming weeks. All winners and finalists will also have their drawings showcased at the San Diego Art Department (www.sandiegoartdepartment.com) on May 12 during Ray at Night, North Park’s monthly Ray Street gallery walk. Artwork will continue be on display at the San Diego Art Department through the end of May.
Active.com is an award-winning online community where people go to discover, learn about, share, register and ultimately participate in any activities about which they are passionate.
About The Active Network, Inc.
The Active Network, Inc., based in San Diego, Calif., provides application services technology and marketing access to community service organizations, and is a leading online community for active lifestyles. The company’s solutions help sports and community service organizations improve customer service capabilities, increase revenues, and reduce the cost and complexity of managing and marketing activities and events. Its full service marketing and promotions agency, Active Marketing Group, brings direct knowledge, insight and access to active and on-the-go consumers. Through its Web properties, www.Active.com, www.eteamz.com and www.ActiveGolf.com, The Active Network provides consumer services and resources that support participation in healthy lifestyles. For more information, please visit www.TheActiveNetwork.com or call 1-888-543-7223.
Media Contact:
Tina Wilmott, The Active Network, Inc.
tina.wilmott@active.com or 858-964-3813
