Hamden High students color courtyard in chalk

The courtyard at Hamden High School was filled with students celebrating artistry and creativity; it’s all part of what “Chalkfest” is about.

"We overtake the courtyard once a year, it’s the kids’ favorite day of the year," Leslie Della Valle, the director of fine and performing arts at Hamden Public Schools said.

Chalkfest was thought up by Della Valle 19 years ago and now, hundreds of students spend a few hours creating artwork atop the courtyard sidewalk panels.

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