PAINTSVILLE, Ky. (WMDJ) – The Johnson Central High School Honor Choir has been selected to perform at the 2026 White House Holiday Open House in Washington, D.C.

According to the school, the choir was chosen from more than 1,000 applications submitted by groups across the country.

Students will perform two hours of Christmas music during the holiday celebration, representing Johnson Central, Johnson County and Kentucky.

School officials credited the students’ talent, dedication and hard work, along with support from families, educators and the community.

A performance date was not included in the announcement.