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Scenarios USA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that that uses writing and filmmaking to foster youth leadership, advocacy and self-expression in under-served teens. Scenarios USA asks teens to write about the issues that shape their lives for the annual "What's the REAL DEAL?" writing contest, and thousands have responded with their raw and revealing insights.
The winning writers are partnered with some of Hollywood's finest filmmakers to transform their stories into award-winning short films. 15 million people a year watch the Scenarios USA films at film festivals, on television and in high schools nationwide. Scenarios USA believes that by valuing youth and listening to their opinions we can have an impact on promoting healthy relationships and lowering the rate of HIV, STDs and pregnancy among teens.
Submissions for your idea can be anywhere from a paragraph to 10 double spaced pages.
The postmark for this contest is November 28, 2007.
What's the REAL DEAL about Masculinity?"
THINK:
What story do you have to tell? Scenarios USA wants to hear your story about what it means to be masculine.
We think you have important things to tell us, and other teens, about the 2007 topic: "What's the REAL DEAL about Masculinity?"
WRITE:
Write a story, play or script of 10 pages or fewer. Your story, play or script can be funny or serious -- or somewhere in between. You can write on your own or in a group. Think about the characters, the dialogue, the setting and the action in your story.
To enter the contest, you must complete and send in your entry by November 28, 2007.
WIN:
The Scenarios USA Selection Committee will choose one winning submission from New York City; one from the Rio Grande Valley, TX; and one from Greater Cleveland, OH.
If your story, play or script wins, you and a Hollywood director will make your submission into a short film produced in your community. When your film is finished you''ll be the guest of honor at its premiere and party in NYC. Your film will also be shown on TV and in schools across the country.
Everyone who submits a story, play or script to Scenarios USA will get a Certificate of Participation. Everyone who enters the contest will also have the opportunity to apply to intern on the film set of the winning entry in their region.
SHOOT:
If you win you and your director will develop your winning submission into a screenplay. You will be involved in every aspect of production -- from casting to choosing locations. Working with a professional film crew you will make the film in your hometown.
WHO CAN ENTER?
The contest is open to all young people ages 12-22 living in:
- New York City, NY
- Greater Cleveland, OH
- The Rio Grande Valley, TX
HOW DO I ENTER?:
- Tell your teacher or youth program leader about the REAL DEAL contest and ask her or him to contact Scenarios USA to receive a free Contest Kit.
- OR download a Student Brochure above [2]
- OR request that a Student Brochure be mailed to you by calling Scenarios USA toll free at 1-866-414-1044
The "What's the REAL DEAL?" writing contest asks you to share your ideas and imagination on topics like relationships, self image, gender, substance abuse and adolescent health.
Scenarios USA hosts this contest because you have stories, opinions and experiences which should be heard by your peers and adults.
The 2007 topic:
This year's topic is "What's the REAL DEAL on Masculinity?". Anybody can write about this topic, regardless of your gender.
Your story, play or script can be funny or serious, or somewhere in between, and it must be 10 pages or less.
Everyone who submits a story, play or script will get a Certificate of Participation and the opportunity to intern on the set of the film that gets made in your region.
Who can enter?
The contest is open to students ages 12-22 living in:
- New York City
- Greater Cleveland in Ohio
- The Rio Grande Valley in South Texas
You can write on your own or in a group.
When is it due?
To enter the contest, you must complete and send in your entry by November 28, 2007.
HOW DO I ENTER?:
- Tell your teacher or youth group leader about the SCENARIOS USA contest and ask her or him to contact us to get a free Contest Kit.
- OR download a free Student Brochure above
- OR request a free Student Brochure by calling Scenarios USA toll free at 1-866-414-1044
- OR request a free Student Brochure by emailing info [at] scenariosusa [dot] org">info [at] scenariosusa [dot] org
You must include your full name, address where you would like the Student Brochure sent, your school's offical name, and your phone number. You will also need to complete an Entry Form and a Release Form, which you will find in your Student Brochure, and send them with your entry to Scenarios USA (or your teacher can submit them for you).
We will mail the Student Brochure to you in August of 2007.
OLD PAGE
The "What's the REAL DEAL?" writing contest asks you to share your ideas and imagination on topics like relationships, self image, gender, substance abuse and adolescent health.
Scenarios USA hosts this contest because you have stories, opinions and experiences which should be heard by your peers and adults.
The 2007 topic:
This year's topic is "What's the REAL DEAL on Masculinity?". Anybody can write about this topic, regardless of your gender.
Your story, play or script can be funny or serious, or somewhere in between, and it must be 10 pages or less.
Everyone who submits a story, play or script will get a Certificate of Participation and the opportunity to intern on the set of the film that gets made in your region.
Who can enter?
The contest is open to students ages 12-22 living in:
- New York City
- Greater Cleveland in Ohio
- The Rio Grande Valley in South Texas
You can write on your own or in a group.
When is it due?
To enter the contest, you must complete and send in your entry by November 28, 2007.
HOW DO I ENTER?:
- Tell your teacher or youth group leader about the REAL DEAL contest and ask them to contact Scenarios USA to request a free Contest Kit.
- OR download a free Student Brochure above from the CONTEST BOX
- OR request a free Student Brochure be mailed to you by calling Scenarios USA toll free at 1-866-414-1044.
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The "What's the REAL DEAL?" writing contest asks young people (between the ages of 12-22) to share their ideas and imagination on topics around sexuality.
Why?
Because every young person has stories, opinions and experiences which should be heard by their peers and adults.
How do I enter?
Write a story or script that focuses on a sexual health topic. Sexual health can involve or relate to many issues, including eating disorders, violence, or substance abuse. info [at] scenariosusa [dot] org when we begin accepting submissions for the 2006 contest in January 2006. All submissions are due at the end of April 2006. The contest is open to youth in NYC, the Rio Grande Valley, Texas and Miami-Dade County, Florida.
You can also talk to your teacher or community organization leader about developing a project or assignment around the "What's the REAL DEAL?" contest. Have your teacher or group leader send us your script or story along with the scripts and stories of some of your peers.
Want more info? Download our Contest Kit [3] (PDF), and let your teacher or guidance counselor know that we have an Educators Center [4] so they can help you bring the Contest to your school.
Contest Guidelines [5] (PDF)
Complete information for your students on how to enter the Contest.
"What's the REAL DEAL?" Contest FAQ's [6] (PDF)
All your questions answered about the Contest.
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