Did you know? Students from the Chehalis School District will have their artwork featured this year on the Washington State tree beside the National Tree in Washington, D.C.?

James Lintott Elementary was chosen for the honor of creating ornaments representing Washington State for this year's display through a nomination by Sen. John Braun. The ornaments were designed by members of the Class of 2035 during the 2024-2025 school year. Before creating ornaments, these students got to learn a little bit about Washington state to find inspiration for their designs. Their artwork celebrates the unique culture, landmarks, and history of Washington, bringing a piece of home to the nation’s capital. You can view their designs at: https://chehalisschools.org/nationaltree.

The National Christmas Tree lighting ceremony will take place on Thursday, Dec. 4. The National Christmas Tree display is open to the public starting Dec. 6 through Jan. 1, 2026, and is free for all visitors. Ornaments can also be viewed online starting Dec. 6 at thenationaltree.org/ornaments. 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.