A Washington state high school student has won Google’s 2026 Doodle for Google competition, earning a $55,000 scholarship and the chance for her artwork to be displayed on the tech giant’s homepage worldwide.
Kameirah, a 12th-grade student from Washington, was selected as the national winner from tens of thousands of entries submitted across the United States in the annual student art contest, which invites young artists to redesign the Google homepage based on a creative theme.
Her winning entry, titled “Hair Power: The Crown That Grows From Us,” reimagines the Google logo through the symbolism of hair as a source of identity, culture, and strength. The artwork stood out for its emotional depth and artistic execution, ultimately earning the most public votes in the national finalist round.
As part of her victory, Kameirah will receive a $55,000 college scholarship, while her school will also be awarded $50,000 worth of technology equipment. Her doodle will be featured on the Google homepage, where it will be seen by millions of users around the world.
The annual competition, officially known as Doodle for Google, encourages students from kindergarten through grade 12 to express personal stories through art. This year’s theme, “My superpower is…,” inspired thousands of creative interpretations ranging from sports and music to heritage and personal identity.
After narrowing submissions to five national finalists through public voting, a panel of judges — including NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo and National Teacher of the Year Ashlie Crosson — selected the final winner.
Google said the contest is designed to highlight student creativity while offering young artists a global platform. Finalists are typically awarded scholarships and additional prizes, while the national winner receives the largest scholarship package along with a featured placement on Google’s homepage.
The Doodle for Google contest has become one of the most recognized student art competitions in the United States, with past winners going on to pursue careers in art, design, and creative industries.
This year’s winning doodle continues that tradition, showcasing how personal expression and cultural identity can be transformed into a globally visible work of art.