On the announcement page, the Delaware Department of Transportation named the winners of its 5th Annual “Name That Plow” contest. Nearly 300 submissions were received from students across Delaware, highlighting creativity and snow-themed humor.
The contest aims to engage students and recognize the work of snow removal crews. The 2026 winning entries are: “Scoop! There it is!” from Cedar Lane Early Childhood in New Castle, “No Mo Sno” from Star Hill Elementary School in Kent, and “Han Snowlo” from Phillis Wheatley Elementary School in Sussex.
“Following a storm like the one we recently experienced, our crews put in long hours under challenging conditions to ensure Delawareans can travel safely (…) The ‘Name That Plow’ contest is a fun and engaging way to shine a spotlight on the hardworking men and women behind the wheel and the equipment they operate. It gives our students a chance to connect with the important work happening on our roadways,” according to Secretary Shanté Hastings.
“Our students were thrilled to see their idea come to life! Opportunities like this make learning fun and show them that their voices and creativity truly matter. This experience has been such an exciting way for our students to connect with the community. We are so proud to represent Phillis Wheatley Elementary School with ‘Han Snowlo’!” according to Savannah Spotz, third grade teacher at Phillis Wheatley Elementary School.
The department maintains more than 300 pieces of snow removal equipment statewide and is responsible for plowing and treating nearly 14,000 lane miles of roadway. Additional information about snow operations can be found on DelDOT’s website.
