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In the spring of 2025, the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) launched an art contest to commission a new mural for its Specialized Enforcement Division. The contest was open to high school students from across the community, who were invited to submit designs showcasing the division's various units, including the K9 Unit, Tactical Enforcement Unit, Motors Unit, and more.
Originally, CSPD had planned to select only one winner from the numerous student submissions. However, thanks to a generous donation of paint and supplies from The Home Depot at 7120 North Academy Blvd., and the exceptional quality of the designs submitted by Emma Rayman and Jenna Rahal, Chief Adrian Vasquez made the decision to select two winners.
Both Emma and Jenna began working on their murals in June, bringing their unique visions to life and capturing the spirit of the Specialized Enforcement Division and its various units. Jenna, who was a senior at Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy in Colorado Springs at the time of her submission, was also taking college classes at Pikes Peak State College.
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"I just felt a sense of awe that I'm able to give this piece, and my time in bringing it to life to the department," said Jenna Rahal. "Not because they chose me through the contest, but I felt like I got to give a gift to them. It was really inspiring to do that." Since then, Jenna has graduated from high school and is now taking college courses at PPSC.
The murals were officially unveiled on Friday afternoon during a ceremony attended by Chief Vasquez and representatives from The Home Depot. The vibrant artwork now adorns the walls of CSPD's Specialized Enforcement Division headquarters, serving as a reminder of the department's dedication to serving and protecting their community.
The CSPD is grateful for all of the talented students who participated in the contest and is proud to showcase the work of Emma Rayman and Jenna Rahal. These murals not only add beauty to the division's headquarters, but also serve as a symbol of the strong relationship between the police department and the community it serves.
In the spring of 2025, the Colorado Springs Police Department (CSPD) launched an art contest to commission a new mural for its Specialized Enforcement Division. The contest was open to high school students from across the community, who were invited to submit designs showcasing the division's various units, including the K9 Unit, Tactical Enforcement Unit, Motors Unit, and more.
Originally, CSPD had planned to select only one winner from the numerous student submissions. However, thanks to a generous donation of paint and supplies from The Home Depot at 7120 North Academy Blvd., and the exceptional quality of the designs submitted by Emma Rayman and Jenna Rahal, Chief Adrian Vasquez made the decision to select two winners.
Both Emma and Jenna began working on their murals in June, bringing their unique visions to life and capturing the spirit of the Specialized Enforcement Division and its various units. Jenna, who was a senior at Banning Lewis Preparatory Academy in Colorado Springs at the time of her submission, was also taking college classes at Pikes Peak State College.
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"I just felt a sense of awe that I'm able to give this piece, and my time in bringing it to life to the department," said Jenna Rahal. "Not because they chose me through the contest, but I felt like I got to give a gift to them. It was really inspiring to do that." Since then, Jenna has graduated from high school and is now taking college courses at PPSC.
The murals were officially unveiled on Friday afternoon during a ceremony attended by Chief Vasquez and representatives from The Home Depot. The vibrant artwork now adorns the walls of CSPD's Specialized Enforcement Division headquarters, serving as a reminder of the department's dedication to serving and protecting their community.
The CSPD is grateful for all of the talented students who participated in the contest and is proud to showcase the work of Emma Rayman and Jenna Rahal. These murals not only add beauty to the division's headquarters, but also serve as a symbol of the strong relationship between the police department and the community it serves.
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