1. Entry must be a teacher-reviewed project. The signature of the sponsoring teacher and parent (if entrant is under the age of 18) is required for your entry to be accepted
2. Student Created Videos: It is accepted that primary grade teachers will be very involved in video production and editing, however it is expected that students participate in all parts of the process. At the intermediate and secondary levels it is expected that students create the video with teacher guidance and approval only.
3. Submission may not have been entered previously to the iVIE Festival. The iVIE Awards are limited to amateur video endeavors of students and teachers. Videos commissioned for commercial purposes or for profit may not be entered.
4. Entry must address at least one California State Content Standard or learning objective. The content standards are available online at: http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/ss/index.asp
5. Entries must meet all copyright standards by obtaining releases for all copyrighted materials prior to submission.
6. Entries are limited in length to 10 minutes.
7. Entry must be submitted on a separate mini-DV tape, a data DVD, or by online submission if available.

How To Submit An iVIE Video Entry

1. An online entry form will be posted at least 20 days before the iVIE deadline of April 1st, 2009.

2. Copy your video a data DVD. A data DVD is when you copy your finished video file in a .dv or .avi format to a DVD. This is a raw (uncompressed) video format that will not work in a regular DVD player. DO NOT CREATE A VIDEO DVD THAT PLAYS IN A DVD PLAYER. If you have questions about preparing a data DVD, please contact Becki Goehl at 858-292-3832.

3. Be sure that both original and copyrighted music, written work, and /or media (TV broadcasts, movies, or any footage that you did not shoot) sources are credited on the entry form. Any copyrighted resources MUST be accompanied by proof of permission from the original author, artist, television network, or movie studio, granting rights to use their content in the iVIE contest and for promotion of the contest, including posting on the iVIE web site. ENTRIES WITHOUT PROOF OF PERMISSION WILL NOT BE JUDGED. More information about media copyright, obtaining permission, creating original music, and royalty-free resources.
   
   
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4. Videos submitted to the iVIE Awards will not be returned. By submitting your video and/or original music, you consent to its use for publicizing the iVIE Awards and its goals. Student (English / Español) and Adult (English / Español) Release Forms

5. Prepare 2 labels, one for the spine of the mini-dv and the other for the mini-dv or DVD box. You may write on a DVD with a permanent marker or use a DVD labeler. Include the following information:

   *The iVIE entry number is assigned when you fill out our online form.

6. Send entry materials and $10 entry fee, payable via cash or a check, payable to Superintendent of Schools, to:
San Diego County Office of Education
6401 Linda Vista Road, Room 206
San Diego, CA 92111
ATTN: Becki Goehl

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Awards

• All contributors will receive a certificate of participation.
• All nominated films will be screened at the iVIE Film Festival on May 9, 2009
• Trophies will be awarded to the top nominee in each category at the iVIE Awards Ceremony.
• Schools of first place award recipients in all categories, will receive digital video equipment (TBA) and/or video-related software. Prizes for other categories will vary according to the participation of sponsors.
• Three Grand Recognition Awards will be presented to grades K-5, 6-8 and 9-12. The winning student or team will receive a one trophy and other prizes. Additional trophies will be available for purchase. The winning schools will receive a digital video-editing bundle (Digital video equipment, video editing software and/or other peripherals).

The iVIE Film Festival will be held at the UltraStar Theatres in Del Mar Highlands, Saturday, May 9, 2009, 9 AM - 5 PM The iVIE Awards Ceremony will be held in May (Place, Date and Time TBA) Please check the iVIE website for iVIE Ceremony details