Contest Guidelines: Best in Bulletin Design for Book Week Celebration

Objective:
The aim of this contest is to encourage creativity, promote literacy, and celebrate
Book Week through visually appealing and informative bulletin designs.

Eligibility:

The contest is open to all senior high school students and teachers.
Each participating section (class) can submit one entry.

The bulletin design should reflect the theme of Book Week and its significance in
promoting a love for reading.

Format:

Bulletin designs should be on a standard poster board size (e.g., 24" x 36").
Designs can be created using any combination of digital or traditional art techniques.

Content:

Include relevant information about Book Week, such as dates, events, and the theme.
Prominently feature at least three recommended books that align with the Book Week
theme.
Use creative visuals and graphics that engage viewers and convey the excitement of
reading.

All entries will be evaluated on Nov. 30, 2023.

Judging Rubric:

CriteriaPoints

Adherence to Theme 20
Creativity and Design 25
Clarity and Readability 15
Inclusion of Key Information 15
Visual Impact 25

Prizes:

1st Place:
2nd Place:
3rd Place:

Judging Panel:

A panel of judges, including teachers and external experts, will evaluate the entries
based on the provided rubric.
1. April D. Rances
2. Joannarose Camaing
3. Agnes C. Prado

Announcement of Winners:

Winners will be announced on Nov 30, 2023, Afternoon

Winning entries will be displayed during Book Week celebrations.

Contest Guidelines for Group Reading:

Objective: The Group Reading Contest aims to foster a love for literature, teamwork,
and critical thinking skills among students. Participants will form reading groups, read
a designated literary material, and answer comprehension questions posed by judges
to showcase their understanding and interpretation of the text.

Participants:
1. Each year level is eligible to participate.
2. Each participating year level must form two reading groups, with each group
comprising five members.
3.
Reading Material:
1. A designated literary material will be assigned to all participating groups. This
material will be announced well in advance to allow sufficient time for
preparation.

Contest Format:
1. The contest will consist of two phases: the Reading Phase and the Questioning
Phase.
 Reading Phase: Participants will have a predetermined amount of time
to read the assigned literary material thoroughly.
 Questioning Phase: Judges will pose comprehension questions related
to the text to each group.
2. During the Questioning Phase, each group will take turns answering the
judges' questions. Answers should be provided collectively by the group
 members, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration.
Scoring:
1. Points will be awarded based on the accuracy, depth, and clarity of the group's
responses to the comprehension questions.
2. Judges may also consider the overall understanding of the literary material,
creativity in interpretation, and effective communication.
Judges:
1. Judges will assess both the Reading and Questioning Phases.

1. Gina P. Naval
2. Christine H. Tepanero
3. Robert B. Robredo
Rules:
1. Each group must adhere to the designated time limit for both the Reading and
Questioning Phases. (time)
2. Participants are allowed to bring annotated copies of the assigned literary
material during the contest.
3. Any form of plagiarism or cheating will result in immediate disqualification.

Prizes:
1. Prizes will be awarded to the top-performing groups based on their cumulative
scores from the Reading and Questioning Phases.
2. Prizes may include certificates, books, or other literary-themed rewards.

Overall Guidelines:
1. Participants should approach the contest with a spirit of sportsmanship and
respect for fellow participants.
2. The primary goal is to promote a shared appreciation for literature, critical
thinking, and effective teamwork.
These guidelines aim to create an engaging and educational Group Reading Contest,
fostering a positive learning environment for all participants.

Contest Guidelines for Book Exhibit:

Objective: The Book Exhibit Contest is designed to celebrate the love for reading and
literature by allowing students and teachers to set up book exhibits showcasing their
favorite books and literary genres. This contest aims to create a vibrant and interactive
environment that promotes reading and sharing literary interests.

Participants:
1. Participants include students and teachers from each class.
2. Each class is invited to set up a book exhibit showcasing their favorite books
and literary genres.
 Book Selection:
1. Participants are encouraged to select a diverse range of books, representing
various genres, authors, and cultural perspectives.
2. The chosen books should be displayed creatively to capture the attention and
interest of visitors.
Exhibit Setup:
1. Each class will be provided with a designated space for their book exhibit
inside their classroom.
2. Participants are encouraged to use creative and visually appealing displays,
including posters, banners, and other visual aids.
3. Interactive elements, such as book excerpts, author bios, and multimedia
presentations, are welcomed.

Judging Criteria:
1. Creativity and Presentation: Judges will assess the visual appeal and creativity
of the exhibit.
2. Literary Diversity: The variety of literary genres, authors, and cultural
perspectives represented in the exhibit.
3. Knowledge and Engagement: The participants' ability to engage with visitors,
discuss their favorite books, and share insights.
4. Overall Impact: The overall impact of the exhibit in promoting a love for
reading and literature.
Criteria 5 Points 4 Points 3 Points 2 Points 1 Point
Creativity Exceptionally Creatively Adequately Lacks creativity Poorly
and creative and designed and presented with and visually presented, lacks
Presentation visually visually some creativity unappealing creativity
appealing attractive
Literary Represents a wide Includes variety Some diversity, Lacks diversity, Highly limited
Diversity range of genres, in genres and but room for limited genres in literary
authors, and authors improvement and authors diversity
cultural
perspectives
Knowledge Demonstrates Good Moderate Limited Lack of
and deep understanding, understanding, understanding, understanding,
Engagement understanding, engagement, improvement minimal little to no
enthusiastic and expression needed in engagement engagement
engagement, and of enthusiasm engagement
effective
communication
Overall Exhibits a Has a positive Moderate Limited impact, Little to no
Impact significant impact, impact, some minimal impact, fails to
impact, encouraging an positive influence on promote a love
promoting a love appreciation for influence on interest in for reading
 for reading and reading interest in reading
literature reading

Total Points: 100

Judges:
1. A panel of judges, including educators, librarians, and literary enthusiasts, will
be responsible for evaluating the exhibits.
2. Judges will interact with participants, ask questions, and assess the exhibits
based on the criteria outlined.
1. Michelle P. Sevilla
2. April D. Rances
3. John Presbitero
Rules:
1. Each class is responsible for setting up and dismantling their exhibit within the
designated time frame.
2. Participants should be prepared to discuss their favorite books and literary
choices with judges and visitors.
3. Displays should be respectful and considerate of diverse perspectives and
backgrounds.
Prizes:
1. Prizes will be awarded to classes based on their exhibits' overall scores.
2. Prizes may include certificates, book vouchers, or other literary-themed
rewards.

Overall Guidelines:
1. Participants should approach the contest with enthusiasm and a passion for
sharing their love of literature.
2. The primary goal is to create an inclusive and engaging environment that
promotes reading, diversity in literature, and a sense of community.
These guidelines aim to encourage creativity, diversity, and a shared appreciation for
literature in the context of a Book Exhibit Contest.

Contest Guidelines for Poetry Making:

Objective: The Poetry Making Contest aims to inspire creativity and self-expression
among students by challenging them to create original poems based on a designated
theme. This contest encourages participants to explore the beauty and power of
language through poetry.
Participants:
1. Open to all students from various grade levels.
Theme:
1. A specific theme will be announced in advance for the poetry-making contest.
 2. Participant are required to base their original poems on the given theme.

Poem Specifications:
1. Poems can be written in any style or form (e.g., free verse, rhymed, haiku,
etc.).
2. Each participant is allowed to submit only one poem.
3. Poems should be original and not previously published.
Time Limit:
1. Participants will have a specified amount of time to create and submit their
poems.
2. Late submissions may incur point deductions or disqualification.

Judging Criteria:
1. Creativity and Originality: 30 points
2. Adherence to Theme: 30 points
3. Poetic Techniques (e.g., imagery, metaphor, rhythm): 20 points
4. Overall Impact and Emotional Resonance: 20 points

Submission Process:
1. Participant must submit their poems by the specified deadline.
Prizes:
1. Prizes will be awarded to the top-performing individuals based on their
cumulative scores.
2. Prizes may include certificates, book vouchers, or other poetry-themed
rewards.
Overall Guidelines:
1. Participant should approach the contest with a spirit of creativity, individuality,
and a genuine connection to the theme.
2. The primary goal is to foster a love for poetry, self-expression, and
appreciation for the beauty of language.

Contest Guidelines for Poster Making:

Objective: The Poster Making Contest is designed to promote creativity, visual

communication, and engagement with the Book Week theme. This contest encourages
participants to express their interpretation of the theme through visually compelling
posters.
Participants:
1. Open to all students from various grade levels.
Theme:
1. The theme for the Poster Making Contest will align with the overarching
theme of Book Week.
2. Participants are required to incorporate the Book Week theme into their
posters.
 Materials:
1. Participants can use any artistic materials, including but not limited to
markers, crayons, colored pencils, watercolors, and collage materials.
Poster Specifications:
1. Posters should be on standard poster-sized paper.
2. Each participant or group is allowed to submit only one poster.
3. Posters should be original and not previously used or published.
Judging Criteria:
1. Creativity and Originality: 30 points
2. Alignment with Book Week Theme: 25 points
3. Visual Impact and Composition: 20 points
4. Clarity of Message: 15 points
5. Craftsmanship and Neatness: 10 points
Submission Process:
1. Participants must submit their posters by the specified deadline.
Display of Winning Posters:
1. Winning posters will be prominently displayed throughout the school during
Book Week.
Prizes:
1. Prizes will be awarded to the top-performing individuals or groups based on
their cumulative scores.
2. Prizes may include certificates, art supplies, or other literature and art-themed
rewards.
Overall Guidelines:
1. Participants should approach the contest with enthusiasm, creativity, and a
genuine connection to the Book Week theme.
2. The primary goal is to enhance the visual appeal of the school environment
and celebrate the creativity of the students.

Rubric for Poster Making:

Criteria Points
Creativity and Originality 30
Alignment with Book Week Theme 25
Visual Impact and Composition 20
Clarity of Message 15
Craftsmanship and Neatness 10
Total Points: 100