CCMH Poster Entry Deadline
Description
2015 Poster Contest Guidelines
Middle & High School Students Theme:
“What Is Normal Anyway? Reducing the stigma of mental illness.”
Kindergarten – 5th Grade Students Theme:
“The Leader in Me” – choose any one principle
The Coalition for Children’s Mental Health is a community organization dedicated to increasing the understanding and awareness of behavioral and emotional health issues, promoting mental wellness and supporting families coping with mental health issues with education, resources and connections. Warning signs and information on children’s mental health can be found on our website, www.hudsonccmh.com
CCMH sponsors a poster contest each year to engage students in a discussion about mental health issues. The Coalition recognizes that mental illness affects all of us in one way or another. With 1 in 5 children experiencing a mental health disorder, we all know someone experiencing difficulties, such as anxiety or depression. It is important to hear these stories and not let the devastating effects of mental illness stay quiet. By sharing these stories we help each other cope and form a connection.
Art, Science & Health Teachers, Guidance Counselors and Occupational Therapists are encouraged to use this contest as part of their curriculum. All students are urged to submit a poster. The winning posters will be used by CCMH throughout the year in various avenues to promote our mission.
CONTEST INFORMATION & RULES:
1. Posters must have a positive visual and verbal message and illustrate this year’s theme.
2. Any medium may be used, (crayon, paint, pencil, marker, photographs, etc)
3. Student’s Registration Slip must be attached to the back of their poster. (see attached)
4. No professional or copyrighted material or images.
5. Open to all Public, Private and Homeschooled students in grade categories K-5 and 6 – 12.
6. Entry Deadline: February 20th, 2015
Posters are judged in two categories: Best Message and Most Creative. Posters will be picked up at your school’s office at the end of the day on the deadline. Judging will take place on February 24th, 2015. Prizes will be awarded at the elementary, middle and high school levels. Winners and Teachers will be notified and invited to an awards ceremony on March 10th, 2015, at the Hudson Library. Questions about the poster contest should be directed to Laureen Solari, malls217@windstream.net.