Eighth Annual Digital Citizenship Poster Contest

CAN YOU CRACK THE CASE?

Follow the evidence!

Design a hand-drawn or digital poster showing smart digital choices!

Entries Due

November 20

Questions? Contact edtech@tooeleschools.org

Digital Citizenship Poster Contest

Digital Citizenship

Safety & Awareness

Responsibility & Ethics

Credit & Authenticity

Balanced Participation

Community & Support

Informed & Evaluative

How do you use THINK, CHECK, CHOOSE when making digital decisions? Create a poster that demonstrates a smart digital choice and highlights one of the pillars of digital citizenship.

Rules and Guidelines

1. Posters must be submitted by individual students.

2. Posters should be entirely the creation of students.

   • Text on hand-drawn posters may be computer-generated or hand-drawn.

3. Artwork must be two-dimensional. Submissions may be done in crayon, colored pencil, marker, watercolor, digital design, or a combination of these mediums. No glued-on additions to the poster are permitted.

4. All submissions must be 11” × 8½” (landscape orientation) with at least a ¼” margin on all sides.

5. Each submission should include the student’s first and last name, grade level, teacher, and school. Hand-drawn posters should include this information on the back of the poster. Please make sure the information cannot be seen through the paper.

6. Posters will be evaluated based on the Digital Citizenship Poster Contest Rubric.

For this year’s Digital Citizenship Week theme, contest deadlines, submission information, and examples of previous winning entries, visit the Digital Citizenship Hub.

Posters may also reflect the current year’s Digital Citizenship Week theme, though this is not required.

Digital Citizenship Poster Contest

Rubric for Elementary Students

If overall score lands between 14-16, submit to District Contest with a completed Poster Submission Form.

Criteria	4 Points	3 Points	2 Points	1 Point
Content	Clear and accurate portrayal of digital citizenship concepts. Provides practical tips and examples.	Mostly accurate representation of digital citizenship concepts. Offers some practical tips and examples.	Partially accurate portrayal of digital citizenship concepts. Limited practical tips and examples.	Inaccurate or unclear representation of digital citizenship concepts. Lacks practical tips and examples.
Creativity	Highly creative and engaging design that captures attention.	Creative design that is visually appealing.	Basic design with limited visual appeal.	Design is dull and unengaging.
Visual Appeal	Excellent use of colors, images, and layout to enhance the message. All elements are easy to read and understand.	Good use of colors, images, and layout. Most elements are clear and easy to read.	Some use of colors, images, and layout. Some elements are not easy to read or understand.	Poor use of colors, images, and layout. Elements are difficult to read and understand.
Grammar & Spelling	No grammar or spelling errors present.	Few minor grammar or spelling errors present.	Some noticeable grammar or spelling errors.	Numerous grammar or spelling errors present.

Digital citizenship themes shown in the graphic include:

• Safety & Awareness
• Balanced Participation
• Responsibility & Ethics
• Community Support
• Credibility & Authenticity
• Informed & Evaluative Thinking

K-2 Contest Templates

These optional templates are designed to help younger students participate in the Digital Citizenship Poster Contest by focusing on drawing and visual communication.

Teacher may choose to:

• Use these templates as provided.
• Modify the statement to better align with classroom discussions.
• Create their own statements that connect to the Digital Citizenship Week theme or one of the six pillars of digital citizenship.

Optional

K-2 POSTER TEMPLATES

I Can Think Before I Click!

I Can Make Smart Digital Choices!

I Can Use Technology the Right Way!

I Can Be a Good Digital Citizen!

MISSION: POSSIBLE

Fifth Annual Digital Citizenship Video Contest

Every decision tells a story.
What will you choose?

Create a short video showing a smart digital decision.

LIVE ACTION | ANIMATION | NARRATION

Entries Due

NOVEMBER 20

Questions? Contact edtech@tooeleschools.org

Video Contest: Digital Citizenship

How do you use THINK, CHECK, CHOOSE when making digital decisions?

Create a short video showing a smart digital decision and responsible technology use.

Digital Citizenship Topics

• Safety & Awareness
• Responsibility & Ethics
• Credit & Authenticity
• Balanced Participation
• Community & Support
• Informed & Evaluative

Rules and Guidelines

1. Open to students in grades 7-12.
2. Videos must be 2 minutes or less, including credits.
3. Videos may be completed individually or in groups of up to 4 students.
4. Videos must be original student work.
   • Adults may provide guidance, but planning, filming, and editing should be completed by students.
5. Videos should demonstrate responsible digital citizenship through a smart digital decision.
6. Videos must follow district expectations for appropriate language, behavior, dress code, and content.
7. Any copyrighted or borrowed media must include proper credit, attribution, or permission.
8. Videos must include closed captions.

Additional Information

For this year's Digital Citizenship Week theme, contest deadlines, and submission information, visit the Digital Citizenship Hub.

Videos may also reflect the current year's Digital Citizenship Week theme, though this is not required.

Digital Citizenship Video Contest

Rubric for Secondary Students

Requirements

• Video is 2 minutes or less, including credits
• Credits include full citation/permission for all borrowed media
• Closed captions are included

Criteria	4 Points	3 Points	2 Points	1 Point
Story/Scenes	Clear, complete story with strong supporting details	Somewhat complete story with some supporting details	Incomplete or inaccurate story with few or no supporting details	No clear story
Visuals	Images, animations, titles, and special effects create a distinct atmosphere or tone that matches the story	Images, animations, titles, and special effects create a distinct atmosphere or tone that somewhat matches the story	Weak visuals that added little to the atmosphere or tone of the story were selected	Illogical visuals were selected
Originality	Highly original and creative ideas	Somewhat original and creative ideas	Uses other people's ideas with little evidence of original and creative ideas	Only uses other people's ideas
Pacing and Organization	Engaging pace, clear structure, and smooth transitions	Pacing issues, adequate organization, and some engagement	Poor pacing, unclear structure, and disengaged audience	Disorganized and lacking pacing
Sound and Editing	High-quality audio with smooth, professional editing	Sound and editing issues that detract from the overall experience	Poorly edited audio with bad sound quality	Completely unedited and without sound

Digital Citizenship Video Contest

Production Tips & Checklist

Before You Film

• Plan your message before you start filming.
• Create a storyboard or simple outline.
• Film in landscape (horizontal) unless there is a specific reason to use portrait orientation.
• Record in a quiet location whenever possible.
• Make sure all dialogue and narration can be clearly heard.
• Test your audio before filming the entire video.
• Start early and allow time for editing.

Strong Videos Usually...

• Show a realistic digital situation.
• Demonstrate how someone uses Think, Check, Choose when making a digital decision.
• Communicate a clear digital citizenship message.
• Have clear audio that is easy to understand.
• Use visuals that support the message.
• Stay focused on one main idea.

Before You Submit

• My video is 2 minutes or less, including credits.
• Closed captions are included.
• All media (images, video, music, sound effects, etc.) is either my own work or properly credited.
• Credits are included when needed.
• All people appearing in the video have permission to be included.
• My video follows district expectations for language, behavior, dress, and content.
• I reviewed the rubric before submitting.
• My video link works.