BVMS student Ella Lee honored for water conservation artwork

The annual Being Waterwise program invites students in grades K–12 throughout Metropolitan’s six-county service area to create original artwork promoting the importance of water conservation. Each year, the contest receives hundreds of submissions, with selected pieces featured in a professionally printed calendar distributed widely across Southern California.

Lee’s artwork will be featured in the February 2026 edition of the calendar. An eighth-grade student at Beverly Vista Middle School, she has participated in band throughout all three years of middle school and has pursued creative electives including art, animation, and photography.

City officials noted that Lee’s recognition reflects Beverly Hills’ broader commitment to sustainability education. Through the City’s Public Works Department and ongoing community outreach, Beverly Hills actively supports water conservation initiatives that connect classroom learning with real-world environmental stewardship.

“We are proud of all our students who engage in meaningful challenges like this one,” said BHUSD Superintendent Dr. Alex Cherniss. “Ella’s prestigious recognition by the Metropolitan Water District showcases her talent and commitment, and we are honored to have her represent the City of Beverly Hills and BHUSD on a regional level.”

Additional information about local water conservation efforts and the Being Waterwise program can be found at beverlyhills.org/WaterConservation and mwdh2o.com.