03/18/2026
Lincoln County High School Art Dept. proudly announces that student Abigail Speegle has been selected to attend the highly competitive 2026 Tennessee Governor’s School for the Arts (GSFTA) in the area of Visual Art.
Abigail was chosen from a pool of more than 1,000 applicants across the state, a distinction that highlights her exceptional talent, dedication, and commitment to the arts. The Governor’s School for the Arts is one of Tennessee’s most prestigious summer programs, designed to provide intensive, advanced-level instruction to gifted high school students.
Selection into the program is a significant achievement, recognizing students who demonstrate both artistic excellence and strong potential for future success. Abigail’s accomplishment reflects not only her individual hard work, but also the support of her teachers, school, and community.
The Tennessee Governor’s School for the Arts offers students the opportunity to study with accomplished faculty, collaborate with peers from across the state, and further develop their artistic skills in a collegiate environment.
Abigail will participate in the program this summer, joining other top student artists from Tennessee in an immersive and enriching educational experience.
About Tennessee Governor’s School for the Arts (GSFTA):
The Tennessee Governor’s School for the Arts is a state-sponsored program that provides talented high school students with intensive instruction in various artistic disciplines, fostering creativity, innovation, and excellence.