What represents California to you? Is it the mountains, ocean, people, cities or perhaps something entirely different?

Legischool’s annual photo contest “California Through My Eyes” wants to see your vision.

The contest is open to all high school students throughout California. Submissions must be an original 8x10- inch color or black-and-white photo, plus an essay of 150 words or less explaining how the photo represents California.

“The contest encourages students to step behind the lens to show off California as they see it, says Megan Thorall, Legischool coordinator. “We always get some amazing photos and perspectives.”

The first place winner will receive $100, and four runner-ups will receive $50 each. Details and entry forms are available at www.csus.edu/legischool.

Entries must be postmarked by Friday, May 7.

LegiSchool is a civic education collaboration between Sacramento State and the State Legislature and administered by the Center for California Studies.

For more information contact Thorall at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., or call 916-278-7563.