Established during the 2024-25 school year, in partnership with the Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD), The562 is proud to offer its annual Student Photo Competition for Long Beach’s students.
As a local non-profit news outlet, The562 is committed to expanding the scope of journalism in Long Beach, while providing experience and exposure to aspiring young journalists and photojournalists in our community.
Our annual photo competition highlights the best young photographers in Long Beach, and awards prizes to winners in four categories, as voted on by our panel of professional photographers, journalists, and student interns. Winners were awarded gift cards to Tuttle Cameras in Long Beach, who are supporters of The562’s photo competition.
Entries for the 2025-26 edition will be accepted soon! Check back for updates on entry deadlines and submission instructions.
2024-25 Winners
Best Overall Photo & Best Sports/Action Photo: Diego Perez, Cabrillo High School
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Best Feature Photo: Payton Miller, Millikan High School
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Best Artistic/Landscape Photo: Max Tennis, Millikan High School
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Best On-Campus News Photo: Nevaeh Guadamuz, Long Beach Poly High School
