An award ceremony for the William S. Hart Union High School District Public Service Announcement competition was hosted at the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station Wednesday with several schools winning. 

“The concept is to make a public service announcement video to tackle a hot-button item that is affecting the community,” said Lieutenant Brandon Barclay. 

Canyon High School taking home second place for PSA awards | Dani Gallegos

Students from Valencia High School, Canyon High School and Saugus High School, along with their parents, gathered to watch the videos created by the finalist team, each sharing messages about using your phone too much. 

Valencia High School’s “A Walk to Nowhere” took first place along with the $500 cash prize for their Video Production Unit, presented by Masis Hagobian of the SCV Sheriff’s Foundation.

Canyon High School took home second place with their production of “You Are,” and Saugus High School took third place with their film “The Bet.” 

Saugus High School taking home third place for PSA awards | Dani Gallegos

Both schools were awarded cash prizes, which were provided by Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger’s office, according to officials. 

“These talented students prove the power of creativity in inspiring change. We couldn’t be prouder to support their efforts to make a lasting impact on the future of our community,” said Deputy Robert Jensen, spokesperson for the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station. 

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