School Art Contest Guidelines

16. Accessibility and Inclusion

The contest is open to all eligible students, and accommodations are available for those with special needs. Schools are encouraged to reach out with specific accessibility requests.

  • Open to all eligible students
  • Accommodations available for students with special needs
  • Schools may request support for accessibility concerns
Contest Timeline

Contest Timeline and Deadlines Overview

14. Timeline and Deadlines

The program includes a structured timeline for school-level and company-wide events. Clear deadlines help ensure that all participants and coordinators can prepare and submit on time.

  • Program launch date
  • School entry deadline
  • Optional school judging window
  • Final submission deadline to company
  • Company judging and winner announcement

20. Dispute Resolution

All judging decisions are final, but any concerns can be reviewed by the company in coordination with School Contest Coordinators. The goal is to maintain transparency and resolve concerns respectfully.

  • All judging decisions are final
  • Disputes will be reviewed by the company
  • School Contest Coordinators may be consulted during resolution

Student Information & Privacy Guidelines

11. Student Information & Privacy

The contest respects student privacy by only sharing limited identifying information (first name, grade, school). All data is handled according to relevant student privacy laws and best practices.

  • Public info limited to first name, grade level, and school name
  • No personal contact information will be shared
  • All data handled in accordance with student privacy laws

Theme and Guidelines Overview

5. Theme and Guidelines

Each year, the company selects a theme focused on ocean sustainability and related topics. All submissions must be original, age-appropriate, and created without AI tools to ensure authenticity and artistic integrity.

  • Theme is chosen annually by the company
  • Acceptable media: drawing, painting, mixed media, collage, digital art
  • Maximum artwork dimensions: 18" x 24"
  • Content must be original and age-appropriate
  • No AI-generated artwork permitted
Parental Guardian Consent

Parental / Guardian Consent Requirements

4. Parental / Guardian Consent

To ensure student safety and legal compliance, a signed parental or guardian consent form is required for each entry. The form permits limited public display of the student's artwork and basic identifying information.

  • Parental/guardian consent form required for each entry
  • Allows public display of artwork and use of first name, grade, and school
  • Entries without a signed form will not be accepted
Documentation Rules

Documentation Rules and Guidelines

9. Documentation Rules

Entries may be disqualified for plagiarism, inappropriateness, AI use, or failing to meet submission guidelines. All decisions by the judges and organizers are final to ensure fairness and clarity.

  • Plagiarized or copied work
  • Inappropriate or offensive content
  • Does not follow theme or guidelines
  • Missing forms or late submissions
  • Use of AI-generated content
  • All judging decisions are final
Documentation Rules

Documentation Rules and Guidelines

9. Documentation Rules

Entries may be disqualified for plagiarism, inappropriateness, AI use, or failing to meet submission guidelines. All decisions by the judges and organizers are final to ensure fairness and clarity.

  • Plagiarized or copied work
  • Inappropriate or offensive content
  • Does not follow theme or guidelines
  • Missing forms or late submissions
  • Use of AI-generated content
  • All judging decisions are final

Copyright and Usage Rights Information

10. Copyright and Usage Rights

Students retain ownership of their artwork but grant the company a royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use selected pieces for promotional purposes. The student will always be credited when their work is featured.

  • Company receives non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use artwork
  • Use may include products, packaging, advertising, or public display
  • Students retain ownership of their original artwork
  • Credit will be given (first name, grade, school) when possible

Copyright and AI Imagery

To address concerns, the following practices should be applied:

  • Authenticity Statement: Require a signed statement from students and guardians confirming the work is original and not created with AI assistance.
  • Preliminary Sketch Submission: Ask students to include 1–2 preliminary sketches or screenshots of progress to demonstrate a traditional or digital creative process.
  • Coordinator Review: Train School Contest Coordinators with basic AI-detection awareness and provide them with visual examples of common AI-generated traits.
  • License Clarity: Use a simple usage license that outlines student ownership, with a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to the company for specific uses like display or merchandise.

Digital vs. Physical Entry Requirements

7. Digital vs. Physical Entry Requirements

Schools must submit entries digitally for consistency. Each format has clear technical or labeling requirements to ensure the artwork is properly reviewed and stored.

  • Each school must scan artwork and provide digital format for all entries
  • Digital entries: high-resolution JPEG or PNG (300 DPI minimum)
  • Physical entries: cannot reasonably be accepted without special permissions
  • Submission instructions provided will be followed

7. Digital vs. Physical Entry Requirements

Schools must submit entries digitally for consistency. Each format has clear technical or labeling requirements to ensure the artwork is properly reviewed and stored.

  • Each school must scan artwork and provide digital format for all entries
  • Digital entries: high-resolution JPEG or PNG (300 DPI minimum)
  • Physical entries: cannot reasonably be accepted without special permissions
  • Submission instructions provided will be followed

Partnership Kit, 2025

School Support Materials

Contest Forms and Guidelines

15. Partnership with Schools

The company supports each school with a Participation Kit and a dedicated contact person. This ensures a smooth process from initial planning to final recognition.

  • Company provides a Participation Kit (forms, rubrics, instructions, etc.)
  • Dedicated contact person supports each school
  • Assistance available from planning to recognition

Artwork Return Policy Guidelines

13. Artwork Return Policy

While most entries will be returned, selected artwork used in marketing or display may be retained. Schools will be notified in advance about the handling of student submissions.

  • Selected artwork may not be returned if used for marketing or display
  • Non-selected artwork may be returned upon request
  • Schools will receive advance notice about return or retention

School Art Contest: Art Rules

Artistic expression invites students to use art as a voice for the planet, sparking conversations about sustainability and inspiring change. By showcasing their work, students not only share their talents but also contribute to a growing movement within the school and community.

The purpose is to nurture artistic talent and raise awareness about ocean sustainability while creating opportunities for meaningful artistic expression within school communities.

School Art Contest
Art Rules

A comprehensive art contest program designed to celebrate student creativity while fostering environmental awareness. This school-based contest offers students a creative outlet and strengthens community partnerships.

18. Sponsorship and Prize Details

Sponsors may contribute prizes or materials and will be acknowledged appropriately. All sponsorships will be transparent and subject to school approval where applicable.

  • Sponsors may provide prizes, materials, or additional support
  • Sponsor logos may appear on select materials with school approval
  • Sponsorship will always be disclosed transparently
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Contest Guidelines, Forms & School Partnership Materials

School Art Contest Program Launch

16. Accessibility and Inclusion

The contest is open to all eligible students, and accommodations are available for those with special needs. Schools are encouraged to reach out with specific accessibility requests.

  • Open to all eligible students
  • Accommodations available for students with special needs
  • Schools may request support for accessibility concerns
  • Contest information displayed at participating schools

16. Accessibility and Inclusion

The contest is open to all eligible students, and accommodations are available for those with special needs. Schools are encouraged to reach out with specific accessibility requests.

  • Open to all eligible students
  • Accommodations available for students with special needs
  • Schools may request support for accessibility concerns
Judging Criteria

Judging Criteria
Overview

Assessment Guidelines

Assessment Guidelines
and Standards

8. Judging Criteria

Artwork will be judged based on creativity, skill, theme interpretation, and overall impact. Judging will be conducted by a combination of student peers and a panel of professionals, educators, and company representatives.

  • Creativity and originality – 30%
  • Artistic skill and execution – 25%
  • Interpretation of the theme – 25%
  • Overall impact – 20%
  • Judges may include company staff, artists, educators, and guest judges

19. Feedback Policy

Due to the volume of entries, individual feedback cannot be provided. However, schools may request general observations about their students' submissions and participation.

  • Individual feedback is not provided for every entry
  • Schools may request a summary of participation strengths and trends

Awards and Recognition Program

12. Awards and Recognition

Prizes will reward outstanding work and encourage continued creativity. Winning entries may be displayed in company materials or public events to highlight student achievement.

  • Prizes may include gift cards, art supplies, certificates, or experiences
  • Winning artwork may be featured in company materials or community events
  • Schools may host their own internal celebrations

Submission Process Overview

6. Submission Process

Students submit entries through their School Contest Coordinator, who ensures all submissions meet program requirements. Incomplete or late entries will not be considered.

  • Students submit through the School Contest Coordinator
  • Coordinators check for completeness and eligibility
  • Late, incomplete, or incorrect submissions will not be accepted

Promotion and Publicity Guidelines

17. Promotion and Publicity

Selected artworks may appear on the company's website, social media, and packaging. Student and school identities will be protected, and advance notice will be given before public release.

  • Artwork may be promoted on company website, social media, and packaging
  • Students and schools will be informed before public release
  • Publicity celebrates both student work and community support

17. Promotion and Publicity

Selected artworks may appear on the company's website, social media, and packaging. Student and school identities will be protected, and advance notice will be given before public release.

  • Artwork may be promoted on company website, social media, and packaging
  • Students and schools will be informed before public release
  • Publicity celebrates both student work and community support

17. Promotion and Publicity

Selected artworks may appear on the company's website, social media, and packaging. Student and school identities will be protected, and advance notice will be given before public release.

  • Artwork may be promoted on company website, social media, and packaging
  • Students and schools will be informed before public release
  • Publicity celebrates both student work and community support

Eligibility and Participation Requirements

3. Eligibility and Participation

Participation is open to students in schools that opt into the program. Each school determines eligible grades and appoints a Contest Coordinator to manage entries and logistics.

  • Open to students in participating schools
  • Grade eligibility defined by each school (e.g., K–12, Grades 3–8)
  • Each school must opt in
  • Schools must designate a School Contest Coordinator
  • Schools may set internal limits (e.g., one entry per student)

Program Overview and Guidelines

1. Program Overview

This school-based art contest, sponsored by the company, offers a creative outlet for students while fostering environmental awareness. Each school operates the contest independently, creating a unique, community-centered experience.

  • Company-sponsored art contest
  • Each school participates independently
  • Focused on celebrating student creativity within each school community

Goals and Objectives Overview

2. Goals and Objectives

The contest aims to nurture artistic talent and raise awareness about ocean sustainability. It also serves to strengthen partnerships between schools, students, and the sponsoring company through meaningful artistic expression.

  • Encourage student creativity and expression
  • Strengthen school-community-company relationships
  • Highlight the importance of art in education
  • Identify and support emerging young artists
  • Create opportunities for community engagement and publicity

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Program Overview
This school-based art contest offers students a creative outlet while fostering environmental awareness. Each school operates the contest independently, creating a unique, community-centered experience that celebrates student creativity.

Contest Information

A comprehensive art contest program designed to celebrate student creativity while fostering environmental awareness.

The contest is open to students in participating schools, with each school determining eligible grades and appointing a Contest Coordinator to manage entries and logistics. All submissions must be original, age-appropriate, and created without AI tools to ensure authenticity and artistic integrity.

Students retain ownership of their artwork but grant the company a royalty-free, non-exclusive license to use selected pieces for promotional purposes while respecting student privacy and safety.

20. Dispute Resolution

All judging decisions are final, but any concerns can be reviewed by the company in coordination with School Contest Coordinators. The goal is to maintain transparency and resolve concerns respectfully.