Student-designed stickers to appear in Mesa County 2026 elections
Four Mesa County students will see their artwork in the hands of voters across the county during the 2026 election season.
The students are the winners of Mesa County Elections’ third annual “I Voted” sticker contest, which invites students in grades 1 through 12 to design an official election sticker celebrating civic pride and participation.
This year’s contest drew more than 175 submissions — the highest participation to date. Election judges selected 32 finalists, and the community voted online to choose the four winning designs.
“These stickers make voting visible and personal,” said Mesa County Clerk and Recorder Bobbie Gross. “Each design reflects creativity, pride in our community, and the important role young people play in our democratic process.”
The four students were honored by the Mesa County Board of Commissioners during the Jan. 13 administrative public hearing, where they received commemorative plaques and gift baskets recognizing their achievement. Their artwork will be featured on official “I Voted” stickers distributed during the 2026 election season.
The 2026 “I Voted” sticker contest winners are:
- Alayna Labrum, fourth grade, New Emerson Elementary
- Rhett Behrman, fourth grade, Independence Academy
- Jacob Walden, eighth grade, Independence Academy
- Amora Wilson, ninth grade, Grand Junction High School
Wilson is the first high school student to win the contest.
In past elections, Mesa County Elections has seen voters choose to cast ballots in person specifically to receive a student-designed sticker — highlighting the program’s growing impact and community pride.
Mesa County Elections thanks the students, families, educators, election staff, and community partners who helped make this year’s contest a countywide celebration of creativity and civic engagement.
