Overview
eTech Ohio and the Ohio Public Television Stations present the fourth annual Student Video Contest (SVC) 2007. The purpose of SVC 2007 is to recognize outstanding Ohio student achievement in the use of video production technologies while meeting Ohio academic content standards and other instructional objectives. Students in grades 6-12 are invited to submit their video productions in the categories of Tell a Story or Demonstrate a Concept. Videos are submitted to a student’s or student group’s local public television station by Wednesday, November 15, 2006, where they compete against other submissions from their area. Regional winners advance to compete in a statewide competition in December 2006. State finalists and the sponsoring teacher will be invited to participate in the 2007 eTech Ohio Educational Technology Conference. State finalists and the Videos of the Year will be honored during an awards ceremony on Tuesday, February 13, 2007.

Who May Apply?
The contest is open to ALL current Ohio 6-12 grade public or private school student or group of students. Students of all subject areas are encouraged to submit their video productions.

How Does the Contest Work?
SVC 2007 consists of both a regional and state level competition. Applicants submit their entries to their local public television station by Wednesday, November 15, 2006. Regional winners go on to compete at the state level in December 2006. State finalist teams will be honored at the 2007 eTech Ohio Educational Technology Conference on Tuesday, February 13, 2007.

How Do I Apply?

1. Review the Rules, Video Categories, Judging Rubric, Copyright Resources and FAQs.

2. Download the application and photo release forms.

3. Gather your group of aspiring student filmmakers and submit your entry by Wednesday, November 15, 2006, to the PBS affiliate closest to your area. (See contact information below.)

What are the Contest Rules?

• Participation is limited to students in grades 6-8 or 9-12
• Submissions must be from current (as of Friday, September 1, 2006) public or private school individual students or student teams
• Videos will be accepted in one of two categories – Tell a Story or Demonstrate a Concept
• Submissions are limited to up to 4:00 minutes, with a student introduction of :30 seconds or less. Total video project length should not exceed 4:30.
• The video must address one or more Ohio academic content standards. Information about Ohio academic content standards can be found at http://www.ode.state.oh.us
• Applicants must include two (2) copies of the video on Mini DV, DVD-R or VHS format
• A signed release form must be included for each person appearing (including image, voice or any other likeness or description) in video.
• Video must be viewable by all audiences; “G” rating.
• Citations must be provided for all copyrighted materials used.
• Submit your video entry by Wednesday, November 15, 2006, to your local PBS station. Click here for a list of Ohio public television station addresses.

  SVC 2007 Categories

  Tell A Story (Grades 6-8)	Demonstrate a Concept (Grades 6-8)
  Tell A Story (Grades 9-12)	Demonstrate a Concept (Grades 9-12)

  Tell a Story Category
  Submissions in the Tell a Story category can present fictional or non-fictional narratives using classic storytelling conventions (setup, plot and/or character development, dialogue, denouement, resolution, etc.) or following the six (6) standard journalism questions--who? what? when? where? why? how? Videos in this category might dramatize an original story or classic work of literature, address a local issue or event or present a biographical account of a historical or present day individual.

  Demonstrate a Concept Category
  Submissions in the Demonstrate a Concept category can show or illustrate a student’s or student team’s competency or understanding of how to do something. Videos in this category might illustrate a theory or hypothesis, provide steps or directions for completing a task, explain a model or belief system or present a solution to a problem.

  Note: Videos in either category can take the form of drama, comedy, documentary, interview(s), PSA (Public Service Announcement), music video or any combination of these formats.

Applicant Resources

• 2007 Application
• SVC FAQs
• Copyright Resources
• Judging Rubric
• Release form
• Contact for information

What do the State Contest Winners Receive?
State finalists receive complimentary registration and lunch for Tuesday, February 13, 2007, and complimentary full-Conference registration and lunch for up to two (2) teachers for a grand total of up to eight (8) team members (e.g., six (6) students, one (1) teacher, one (1) adult chaperone) for the 2007 Educational Technology Conference, mileage and parking reimbursement for up to two (2) vehicles, substitute teacher reimbursement for up to two (2) teachers for Tuesday, February 13, 2007 (up to $75/teacher), award plaque and t-shirts. Of the state finalists, one video in each category will be honored with the distinction of SVC 2007 Video of the Year announced in the Student Awards Ceremony on February 13, 2007. (note: teams larger than eight (8) may choose to purchase additional Conference registrations) for its other team members.

How do we list the Academic Content Standards?
List the Ohio Academic Content Standard(s) that this video meets for the appropriate grade level — including standard, benchmark, and grade level band. Information about Ohio Academic Content Standards can be found at http://www.ode.state.oh.us/.

Samples:

Grades 9-12 > Technology Standard > Design > Identify and produce a product or system using a design process, evaluate the final solution and communicate the findings.

Grade 5-7 > English Language Arts > Communication: Oral and Visual > Speaking Applications > Present ideas in a logical sequence and use effective introductions and conclusions that guide and inform a listener's understanding of key ideas.

Grade 6-8 > Social Studies > Economics > Identify connections between government policies and the economy.

Contest Timeline

Contact information
Mail your entry to:

Student Video Contest 2006
c/o Maria Mastromatteo
PBS 45 & 49
1750 Campus Center Dr.
Kent, OH 44240-5191

If you have questions or need more information, go to the eTech Ohio website http://www.etech.ohio.gov/go/svc, or contact Maureen Davis, eTech Ohio at 419.475.4312 or Simon Buehrer, eTech Ohio, at 614.485.6018, or toll free 1.877.383.2406.