Categories are:
Best Male Anchor
Best Female Anchor
Best Stop-Motion
Best overall production
Best Male Director
Best Female Director
Best male/female editor
Best male/female Graphics Editor
Best overall male/female technical director
Most improved male/female
Best creative team
Best commercial
Best set design
Best Show Intro
Jonna C. Lynn
Milton High School
Technology Coordinator
TV Production Teacher
850.983.5600-197
lynnj@mail.santarosa.k12.fl.us
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[mailto:RTNDFTEACHER@LISTSERV.KENT.EDU] On Behalf Of Becky Mulder
Sent: Tuesday, April 28, 2009 9:22 AM
To: RTNDFTEACHER@LISTSERV.KENT.EDU
Subject: Re: End of the Year Awards & Video Showcase
I am doing something similar as Jonna. Also, I will be getting old
Barbies or something, spray painting them gold, and awarding the
students with those as their trophy. Certificates will be good as well.
It'd be fun to have them do an acceptance speech.
Jonna, what are your categories?
Becky Mulder
Centreville, MI
>>> "Lynn, Jonna" <LynnJ@MAIL.SANTAROSA.K12.FL.US> 4/28/2009 10:15 AM
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We are having an MTV (Milton Television) awards banquet. We came up
with categories, and all the TV students voted on them. We are having a
dinner and awards ceremony (a la the Academy Awards).
Jonna C. Lynn
Milton High School
Technology Coordinator
TV Production Teacher
850.983.5600-197
lynnj@mail.santarosa.k12.fl.us
Since my first year (this is only my 4th), I have had the students nominate a story for the Story of the Year. It is an essay question on the final. Students cannot nominate one of their own stories, and they have to use the essay to tell me why it was exceptional. Generally, the winners are my favorites too.
I also honor my producers with a special gift “from the staff.”
Sharlo Rogers
Goddard High School, Goddard, Kansas
Broadcast Productions Executive Producer/Adviser
Programming II & III, Internet Web Design, Digital Design, & Broadcast Productions
National Honor Society Adviser
srogers@goddardusd.com
Hi Pam, your email was forwarded to me. I recognize my students each spring by holding a film festival and awards ceremony in which students received awards based on projects done during the year. We run it much like the Academy Awards where we announce each nominee, show a clip from each one, and then show the winning video in full. While I organize the event, the students run the entire evening. It's really fun and they look forward to it all year long. Here is a description of the event:
Dedham High School?s TV/Video Production classes are hosting the 4th annual DHS Media Film Festival and Scully Awards on Tuesday, May 12, 2009. The festival, which is entirely student run and organized, will showcase student work from the current school year. There will also be an awards ceremony during the event in which students will be recognized for Best PSA, Best Mock Commercial, Best Documentary, Best Music Video, among others. This event, which began three years ago, is a growing success! Our goal is continue to work to make it a bigger and better event that brings students, parents, staff and members of the community together to see how hard these students work during the year and to enjoy their productions.
We invite you to attend our festival to see what the students have produced. I am sure you will be impressed with their creativity! For more information I can be reached by email at: sscully@dedham.k12.ma.us ,or by phone at: (781) 326-4773, ext. 6210.
Event Details: Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2009
Time: 7:00pm
Location: Dedham High School Auditorium
Sue N. Scully
TV/Video/Film Teacher
Dedham High School
140 Whiting Avenue
Dedham, MA 02026
I give awards to anyone who earns them for specific outstanding stories, not only seniors. If we have any extra fund raising money, I'm giving that to Senior Scholarships. Definitely make a fancy invitation and INVITE PARENTS! We actually received a donation for $2500 for our program from a parent in the past.
Mrs. Beth Kennedy, NBCT
NETV Adviser and English Teacher
Northeast High School
700 N.E. 56th Street
Oakland Park, FL 33334
(754) 322-1550
fax (754) 322-1680
We do the blank DVD for our "most likely to". We come up with outrageous things that everyone is most likely to become. They are funny and not mean. The students love it. We also do a thing called "I remember". The underclassmen and seniors try to remember funny things about each senior and then the seniors only do one of these for me. I type them up on nice paper and have them thickly laminated at kinkos for each senior. They are kept secret until banquet. The seniors get the most likely to, a card from all of us, a senior video that is watched at banquet. We also announce officers or roles for next year and I give out most outstanding senior which they get a nice trophy and their name goes on a perpetual plaque in the room.
Cindy Stoker
Fine Arts Department Chair
Video Production Teacher/JVTV
Jersey Village High School
713 896-3416
cynthia.stoker@cfisd.net
did an awards night last year with my junior high kids and it was so great, until the end when one parent flipped out and screamed at me, sent me a nasty email copied to all of my principals, and basically made my life heck because her daughter’s videos weren’t featured as prominently as everyone else’s and she was embarrassed by her spelling errors. Note that I had the students choose their own 2 favorites, showed those selected videos and made positive comments on each one, and celebrated all efforts equally. However, this particular student’s videos contained several misspellings, and a parent pointed it out loudly. I attempted to just laugh it off and remind everyone we’re still learning, and spelling isn’t everyone’s forte’, but it still made the mom mad. I also had the students give out little gags to each other, which was fun, because they picked up on each other’s funny and not-so-funny moments and had little goodies for each other. Of course, the student who got the disgruntled girl gave out spelling blocks… so it rubbed it in. I won’t be doing that again…! At the time, when we were going over the gifts and such, it wasn’t a big deal, but it sure became one. It ruined the end of my year, and dragged on and on and on and on…. The mom wanted my blood, but my principal who was there just didn’t see the big deal, and he tried to deal with it quietly. That didn’t work so it ended up going to the new superintendent, which wasn’t the greatest first impression I wanted to make… It put a bad taste in my mouth for any future events there, I can tell you! But I’ve since changed jobs, so maybe one day…
I don’t think I’ll do an awards night this year, mostly because I don’t have many projects to draw from and I don’t think I have time. I will plan for one in the future, though, and I love giving out little celebrations and having a dress up and eat night! Love the Barbie idea….
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Terri Brantz
NBCT 2008- Library Media
TV Media Specialist
Cheyenne East High School
Cheyenne, WY 82009
email: BrantzT@Laramie1.k12.wy.us
I think awards at the end of the year gives both the teacher, students (especially the seniors), and the program closure. There shouldn't be an award for everyone (kind of defeats the purpose).
We do a big 205 Celebration. Normally, we do this at a parent's house (though, we'd done two celebrations at the beach). We have a dinner (nothing fancy, steak/chicken tacos, rice and beans) and invite parents, current members, alumni, and newbies. We have about 100 people in attendance. The event starts at lunch, where the kids swim, play games, sign yearbooks (they're out by then) and just relax. We then do some icebreakers (mainly for the newbies) and start our afternoon presentation. We show a blooper real (always a big hit), we record "Senior Goodbyes" (current students saying goodbye to seniors on tape) and pass out the funny awards (best eyes, hair, voice...) and then end with an "emotional" review of the program. Almost always, students cry with the video. It is a very emotional afternoon. And, it's always best: make them laugh before you make them cry.
Then, the bigger party starts. Parents and Alumni arrive around 5. We eat. We pass out new polos and sweatshirts to the returning and new members. Then we start with the Senior presentations. We introduce each Senior, give them a senior gift and allow them to speak to group for about 5-10 minutes. Some are very "right to the point" (aka emotionless) and others are very expressive with their final goodbye. It's kind of hard to "keep it together" when some just let go - and interesting on what they say. At the very end, we pass out the big awards. Students select best editor, photog, reporter, most improved and creative. I pick the top 3 in the program. And, then my news direction (student) picks one student for the News Director Award. Finally, I give out the Texas Award (born and raised...) for the student with the biggest heart. We end around 9.
It's an emotional/fun/exciting day. We've been doing this for about four years. Lots of work but worth it.
Rene Vela
Palos Verdes High School
Palos Verdes Estates, CA
http://www.livefrom205.com
Every year (this is year three) we hold a Film Fest & Vision Award Ceremony. Our show, as you know, Pam, is called Arlington TigerVision, so catch the drift? The Film Fest is first and it consists of pieces that were a little too edgy to air to the entire school, were too long for our 24 minute weekly broadcast, or just didn’t get finished on time. We also have a Film Club so kids who submitted shorts for us are going to have an audience there as well. We have an intermission where we sell concessions & popcorn (with special permission from the theatre director). The Vision Awards are after the Fest, so people can show up just for the festival portion if they have no vested interest in the Awards.
We decorate for the Oscars (shindigz.com is very affordable) and admission is $5.00. The concessions & admission fee pay for the small awards I give. Best Actor, Best Anchor, Best Original Short Film and so on. They get a medallion (similar to what track stars earn) with our school colors. I place it on them when they come up for their award. We list the nominees (mostly student generated) on the big screen and then actually play the winner in its entirely. I’d like to be able to play snippets of all, but we’re just not there yet. I do have a few special awards, like Most Valuable Player & Best All Around that earn plaques. Hall of Fame is extra special and decided solely by me. I make a duplicate of the student’s press pass and hang it in the studio hall in a shadowbox. There are tears at our event every year. They dress up, bring their parents friends and “soul-mates.” It’s a good time.
Last year was our first graduating class, so my seniors were awarded clocks & keychains with our logo (TOP USA) on it and stars (Walk of Fame style, which I cannot find this year—RANT!) that I put their names on with letter stickers (they were part of the decorations & they took them after the event). This year they are getting 2 GB USB flash drives and a Best of ATV compilation DVD.
Woah. That’s next Friday. Gotta go!
Mrs. Carrie Paulo
TV/Film Instructor
Arlington TigerVision
Arlington High School
5475 Airline Road
Arlington, TN 38002
Phone: 901-867-1541 x252
Fax: 901-867-1546
I'm also of the school that not all students need to win an award. In a society where parents make sure their kids are awarded for everything they do to make it "fair and equal," that doesn't always translate to the "real world" and workplace. Just because a student produced a news package doesn't mean they should get the praise as if they are Edward Murrow. But, that's a whole other rant that doesn't need to be addressed.
So, you (or the student votes) can recognize them for their participation in class and contributions, but maybe only a few will have earned special honors.
Becky Mulder
Centreville, MI
We have a picnic every year at which we give out five awards. This will be the fourth year that we have done this. The first year I created the awards and chose the initial recipients. After that, the awards are voted on by the students in my Broadcast 2 and 3 classes. Once in a while there will be kids who don't take it seriously and they vote for their friends in the class, even if the kid is not eligible, but I discard those ballots. (this doesn't happen much anymore) I've attached a copy of the ballot so you can see how I defined the categories. The winners get their names on a perpetual plaque (names of all the past winners) and they get a small plaque for themselves.
We also have a hall of fame for those truly exemplary kids. I do the selection for the hall of fame, and generally no more than 2 seniors are selected each year. This year I only have 5 seniors, and while some of them do good work, there are none that will be inducted into the hall of fame, as they have not reached the same level as previous winners.
Finally, I have a "special" category that goes out to the kid who has gone out of his or her way to be a part of the program. This is the kid who is there before school and after school, who doesn't mind running errands, and who is just an all around great kid. Rather than a plaque, the last two winners (as well as this year's winners) have gotten an iPod
Let me know if you need any more information.
Tom
"Dixon-Gayle, Pam" <pam.dixon-gayle@cpsb.org> writes:
This is the end of my first year teaching, and I am considering an end of the year award for my top student(s) and a video showcase or ceremony that would become a tradition.
I'd love to hear what you do to recognize your students and highlight the year.
Also any "do"s or "don't"s would be appreciated, especially when it comes to recognizing students, being fair and not hurting feelings. Do you just award seniors? Also underclassmen? What do you call your award or honor? Do you or your students choose winners?
Tom Rizzo
Broadcast Journalism Instructor
Canyon Springs High School
Las Vegas, Nevada 89032
(702) 799-1870 Ext. 4060
rizzo@interact.ccsd.net
http://kcsltv.net
Please read the description of each award, and select one person for each category.
Broadcast Journalist of The Year _________________________________
Presented to the student who excels in all areas of broadcast journalism at Canyon Springs High School. This student demonstrates excellent writing, video editing, and cinematography skills, as well as a professional presence on camera. This student is also a class leader who sets high standards and strives to meet them at all times.
Director’s Leadership Award ___________________________________
Presented to the student who demonstrates excellence in directing and leadership, both in the studio and while on assignment. This student works diligently to produce top-rated shows and videos, and helps his or her classmates to produce the best work possible.
Technical Artist Award ___________________________________
Presented to the student who consistently produces high quality video projects and assignments. This student demonstrates artistic skill and technical prowess in the areas of video editing and cinematography, and inspires his or her classmates to go beyond what is expected of them.
Pioneer Talent Award ___________________________________
Presented to the student who shows professionalism and style when on camera. This student is a class leader who demonstrates strong writing and presentation skills, and who exhibits a tenacious desire to always give his or her best performance.
Rookie of the Year Award ___________________________________
Presented to the Broadcast Journalism I student who, through desire, dedication, and hard work, moves beyond the realm of his peers and becomes an inspiration for others. This student sets high expectations and strives to do his or her best at all times.
I ordered clap boards from party cheap.com, and I will write the info on them and plan to spray them with fixative.
Jonna C. Lynn
Milton High School
Technology Coordinator
TV Production Teacher
850.983.5600-197
lynnj@mail.santarosa.k12.fl.us
I would make my own invitations to the event, create some spiffy card to be opened with the winner’s names (a la Oscars) and spend some money for real trophies. If administration was happy with us, they picked the cost of the trophies. In a totally self serving mood I named our event the Sammy Awards. I’m at a new school now, but apparently the name stuck on the event.
Sam Morris
Wolf TV
Timber Creek High School
Orlando, FL
321-235-7800
ext. 2226
http://www.mywolftv.com
Each student got a ballot with 12 categories. They put one name to each category. Surprise voting, so no one can “engineer” a win. They kept it honest, and as long as you have as many awards as students, it should all work out at one award per student. I always reserved the right to override the voting if I felt that the award would be an inappropriate win (i.e. a student winning Best Director who has never directed). I never had to override a decision, just break a tie here or there.
Sam Morris
Wolf TV
Timber Creek High School
Orlando, FL
321-235-7800
ext. 2226
http://www.mywolftv.com
Here is what I did with my middle school students –
We would hold a potluck supper for the kids and their parents. During the dinner, we awarded those top performers and played a highlight reel and other small videos produced just for the occasion. It became one of the most anticipated events of the year for us! By doing a potluck, held at school, we kept costs WAY down, and everyone had a great time. You may not be able to do this, but since I had just 12 students in the upper level broadcast class, I had 12 awards to give out (since not everyone wins STN Nationals or other contests). The students would vote on each other for things like Best Director, Best Package, Best Camera Work, etc. Even though they knew everyone would get something, the suspense of what award they would get thrilled them just as much.
Sam Morris
Wolf TV
Timber Creek High School
Orlando, FL
321-235-7800
ext. 2226
http://www.mywolftv.com
They can nominate themselves for 5 categories. They are all up for the Video of the Year, and Audience Choice. They take it VERY seriously, and it inspires a lot of competition between the teams. Some of the finished projects are on our youtube site.
Kathrina Martin
Magnolia High School
Media Tech and Communication Apps
281.356.3572 x7080
http://www.youtube.com/user/watchdognews
From: James Meeks [james.meeks@usd470.com]
Sent: Tuesday, April 28, 2009 9:34 AM
To: Dixon-Gayle, Pam
Subject: Re: [STN-Affiliates] End of the Year Awards & Video Showcase
This is my first year and this is what we have planned. A year end show where the students pick their best show and we film them as they introduce their show. They tell why they chose it and any thing that happened while doing the show. I hope this works out like we have it .
Awards to consider:
MVP (Most Valuable Person) for leadership, skill, teamwork
Super Crew Award ( for those students every producer wants on his crew and who can and will do even the most lowly jobs)
ABCD Award (Above and Beyond the Call of Duty) Note: I got this idea from Phil Harris
Top Talent Award
Top Techie Award
J. Kerby
We have an awards show called the “Honey Bear Awards”. We purchase empty honey bear bottles from a beekeeper company and the art department decorates them for us. The awards show is a way to recognize everyone in the tv studio for their work. Everyone in tv is invited. We have two hosts along with students who come up to announce certain awards. We usually show compilations of work and other videos (depending on the awards).
There are some serious awards and there are some fun awards. The serious awards are for best news show, best morning announcement, best hosts, best set design, etc. And then there are the fun awards – this all depends on the personality of the kids and the studio. For example we have given the Poppa bear, the baby bear and the momma bear and we decide on the criteria. We have others like “Golden Gutie” which was named after our principal and given to the producer of the principal’s show. There are a lot of these kinds of awards and we try to come up with something for everyone. Some students will just get certificates. For example the best show Bear goes to the producer but everyone else who was on the crew for the show will receive a certificate. The biggest thing that we air though is the “Senior Send off”. This is a compilation of the work the seniors have done over the years. This is very time consuming but greatly appreciated by the seniors. We usually use experts of 3 best pieces to show for each student.
It’s a ton of work but really fun and a great way to bring the kids together.
I hope that helps.
Maggie Korab
We have a music video awards night, with the public invited. I've attached the categories for which we give awards. Staff judges the videos, students write the script, present awards...we even have an "audience choice" award. Nice way to end the year, and highlights a lot of talent.
We keep it very low cost; I buy stuff and the dollar store, spray paint it gold and attach it to painted blocks of wood. The kids love it.
Kathrina Martin
Magnolia High School
Media Tech and Communication Apps
281.356.3572 x7080
http://www.youtube.com/user/watchdognews
Categories Defined/ What the judges will look for…
Best Individual Performance: Believable portrayal of character; can be comedic or dramatic; the actor has no fear, no holding back
Best Direction: Creative, unique vision is cohesive and apparent. The production is unified throughout.
Best Choreography: Most creative, best dance movements and dancers.
Best Special Effects: trick photography and editing combine to make the impossible seem real.
Best Art Direction: best and most creative set, designed to fit the music video.
Best Costumes: - Creates the appropriate look for each character through the use of clothing and accessories. Not just “day clothes” but obviously planned to match the theme of the video.
Best Ensemble Performance: The group of performers work together to create a memorable, creative video
Best Editing: Look for cuts that match the rhythm of the music, pacing is perfect, interesting usage of graphics
Best Cinematography: Frames the shot, checks the light for proper exposure, placement of the camera. Watch for aesthetic qualities in the video – well lit, beautiful composition, colors POP, unique angles
Best Humorous: Makes you laugh the hardest. Intentionally.
Best Serious: Straightforward video storytelling.
Most Avant Garde: Experimental, innovative, and unconventional. Forward thinking or advanced. Just plain weird, but you like it.
Video of the Year: Best video overall.
We have a music video awards night, with the public invited. I've attached the categories for which we give awards. Staff judges the videos, students write the script, present awards...we even have an "audience choice" award. Nice way to end the year, and highlights a lot of talent.
We keep it very low cost; I buy stuff and the dollar store, spray paint it gold and attach it to painted blocks of wood. The kids love it.
Kathrina Martin
Magnolia High School
Media Tech and Communication Apps
281.356.3572 x7080
http://www.youtube.com/user/watchdognews
