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9-1-1 Poster Contest Recognizes Responders in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS, LA—First responders from all three public safety agencies gathered for the 16th annual Orleans Parish Communications District (OPCD) Poster Contest.
The contest included over 600 entries from students in grades kindergarten through 12 from schools across New Orleans. The theme of the contest was “Dialing 9-1-1 for help.”
The poster contest serves as an opportunity for students to express the importance of first responders to the New Orleans community. It not only acts as a bridge between the three branches of public safety, but also creates a meaningful dialogue through art on the role that 9-1-1 dispatchers play during an emergency.
The ceremony was hosted by Ms. Ausettua Amoramenkum, the Education Coordinator for OPCD. The awards were sponsored by New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation, New Orleans Fire Department, New Orleans EMS Foundation, New Orleans Fraternal Order of Police, The Black Organization of Police, in addition to a variety of private and anonymous donors.
Sean Ahn, from Hynes Charter School, won first place in grades K-5 and received a cash prize of $500. Santiago Mencos, from Hynes Charter School, won first place in grades 6-8 and received a cash prize of $500. This award was sponsored by the New Orleans Fraternal Order of Police.
Meg MacLeran, from Ursuline Academy of New Orleans, won first place in grades 9-12 and received a cash prize of $500. This award was sponsored by the New Orleans EMS Foundation.
About Orleans Parish Communications District
The OPCD is the administrative and operational office of 9-1-1 operations for the City of New Orleans. This office was created by State Legislature in 1982. Primary responsibilities include providing and maintaining the 911 Center, its equipment and technology, training of 9-1-1 personnel and call processing and dispatch of emergency calls for service to Police, Fire and EMS in the field. OPCD is proud to honor and highlight the achievements of these dedicated public servants who work continually to provide quality service to the citizens and visitors of New Orleans.
