The Event

Each participating school hosts auditions within their own school of acts that incorporate the arts. The acts are encouraged to combine multiple forms of art to create the most dynamic illustration of Dignity Awareness. The final act at each school moves on to the final competition which is an incredible illustration of talent, collaboration, and creativity to spread Dignity Awareness. Each act is always a winner by simply participating in this event!

In Person Event:

• Tickets are free!
• Cameras are allowed at the event.
• Refreshments, promotional materials, and donations will be available for purchase.

JUDGES AND SCORING

The acts will be scored by a panel of exclusive judges that are announced through social media!event A rubric is be used by the judges to score the final competition. The criteria is as follows:

• Overall Performance & Audience Response
  How entertaining and engaging was the act? Did the performance flow and have a definite beginning and end? Was the audience engaged and responsive? Did the act grab people’s attention?
   
• Stage Presentation
  Was a majority of the stage utilized? Were there multiple components to the act (i.e. art, art for the human figure, music, singing, dance, video, slide show, a skit, etc..)? A well rounded and dynamic presentation leads to better stage presentation.
   
• Dignity Theme
  Honor and respect for others demonstrated. Caring for others in all areas of life. Illustrated with poise and self-respect without making fun of the driving message. Safe and supportive environment free from discrimination, intimidation, taunting, harassment, and bullying on school property, a school bus and/or at a school function. Does the act incorporate these concepts?
   
• Dignity Awareness
  Sensitivity about the diversities of people, including but not limited to, different races, weights, national origins, ethnic groups, religions, religious practices, mental or physical abilities, sexual orientations, gender identity, activities, interests and sexes. Call attention to the prevention of bullying. Does the act recognize the need for change and deterrence?
   
• Originality
  Ability to create a thoughtful, creative, innovative and independent act. A unique act that capitalized on the strengths of the students involved.
   
• Collaboration
  Ability to work as a team cooperatively. Working jointly with others to communicate all messages and deliver them clearly and effectively. Were appropriate construction methods and materials used to create a sturdy 'Art of the human form' component, when incorporated in the act?
   

WINNER

The BAND Against Bullying team would like to stress the importance of creating awareness for promoting "All Needs for Dignity." It is not about winning or losing. Treat others the way you would like to be treated – harmoniously, with dignity, kindness, free of any discrimination, intimidation, harassment, taunting, and/or bullying. With that being said, it is still fun to have a winner!