Michigan Department of Transportation’s (MDOT) Paint the Plow Program application for the 2025-2026 school year is open.
MDOT invites Michigan high school students to showcase their students’ art skills by designing and painting a snowplow blade based on the theme: Give plows space; it’s not a race!
s program offers a unique opportunity for MDOT to partner with area schools, using students’ creativity to communicate safe winter driving practices for all Michigan residents.
The theme was selected to remind Michiganders that practicing safe driving on winter roads is crucial to preventing crashes and ensuring road user safety.
Schools can apply by completing the online form and submitting a drawing or image of their proposed artwork. Submissions must be completed by an authorized school contact (not a student).
- Applications due: May 16
- Schools notified: Late May
- Plow Delivery for decoration: September
- Plow Pick up: October
Tap the link for program guidance, submission details, and FAQs.