Isleta Elementary School Students’ Art on Display Beside the National Christmas Tree

Student-Decorated Ornaments Highlight What Makes New Mexico the “Land of Enchantment”

Students from Isleta Elementary School will have their artwork featured on the Bureau of Indian Education tree, located beside the National Christmas Tree in President’s Park, Washington, D.C.

This beloved holiday tradition, made possible by the National Park Foundation and the National Park Service, features 59 trees — one to represent each U.S. state, territory, and the District of Columbia, as well as the Bureau of Indian Education, Department of Defense Education Activities, and America 250 — adorned with ornaments designed by K–12 students. The ornaments designed by Isleta Elementary School students celebrate the unique culture, landmarks, and history of New Mexico, bringing a piece of home to the nation’s capital.

“These drawings capture the beauty of the state of New Mexico, often referred to as the ‘Land of Enchantment,’” said Principal Tamara Allison. “The images include mountains, corn stalks, yucca plants, corn, hornos (bread ovens), an adobe home and hogan, chiles, and an elk, which are all tied to the land and culture.”

This year’s featured artists from Isleta Elementary School are:

1. Rowdy, 4th Grader - Pueblo and Hogan
2. Rowdy, 4th Grader - Elk
3. Jordynn, 6th Grader - Pueblo Oven Bread
4. Demaris, 6th Grader - Green and Red NM Chili
5. Josiah, 6th Grader - Road through Beautiful NM
6. Jayden, 6th Grader - Ranching Tradition

The display is open to the public from December 6, 2025, through January 1, 2026, and is free for all visitors. Ornaments can also be viewed at the National Christmas Tree Lighting’s website.