Pavaia’i Elementary artwork displayed at the White House National Christmas Tree Exhibit

Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — December 19, 2025) Pavaia’i Elementary School has received national recognition through the America Celebrates display, as artwork created by students from Ms. Loimata Siona’s 4th grade class were selected for exhibition at the White House. The program features handcrafted ornaments representing every U.S. state, territory, and the District of Columbia, all showcased around the iconic National Christmas Tree.

The ornaments submitted by Ms. Siona’s elementary class were designed during the previous school year, reflecting the culture, pride, and unique identity of American Samoa.

Each year, the America Celebrates program provides students across the nation with an opportunity to represent their home state or territory through original artwork that becomes part of a holiday tradition in the nation’s capital.

 The National Christmas Tree, along with the accompanying state and territory ornaments, will remain on display at the White House through January 1, 2026.

Visitors from around the world will have the opportunity to admire the creativity, talent, and cultural expression of young artists from across the United States and its territories. 

Visit the nationaltree.org/ornaments/american-samoa/ to view the complete collection of the American Samoa state ornaments.