2023 Student Video Submissions
See some of the amazing work students prepared for this year’s competitions.
Language Arts
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STEAM
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History
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2023 Language Arts Video Submissions
LANGUAGE ARTS CHALLENGE:
Extending Literature: A News Report about The Next Chapter
Strawberry News Press - MS2TC, Warren, Michigan - THIRD PLACE
This video tells the continuing story of the characters from Roll Of Thunder through interviews and news reports
Drama Queens - Freeport MS, Freeport, Maine
This is a video based on the short story titled "The Party" by Pam Muñoz Ryan.
MJT Final - Sarah's Key - MS2TC, Warren, Michigan
What happens after the end of Sarah's Key? Interviews and newscasters tell us what happened next.
SUBMITTED BY: MS2TC, Warren, Michigan
ARYMS News - MS2TC, Warren, Michigan - FIRST PLACE
What happened after the end of Roll Of Thunder, Hear My Cry? Newscasters and interviewers reveal what happened next.
SUBMITTED BY: MS2TC, Warren, Michigan
Lord of the Flies Continued - Solanco HS, East Drumore Township, PA
A news report from characters at the end of the Lord of the Flies
The Outsiders - Westbrook MS, Westbrook, Maine - SECOND PLACE
Ponyboy is interviewed following the release of his first book.
Juliet’s After Life: Oak Hill MS, Sabattus, Maine
This performance describes Juilet’s feelings after her and Romeo’s death. She reads out her thoughts from her diary while in heaven.
LANGUAGE ARTS CHALLENGE:
It’s a Mystery! Literally
The Stolen Necklace - MS2TC, Warren, Michigan - SECOND PLACE
When a necklace is stolen at school, amateur detectives must find the true culprit.
Jealousy Knockout - MS2TC, Warren, Michigan
When jealousy leads to kidnapping and life-threatening medical emergencies, Detective Das must move quickly to solve the crime.
Thief Laptoppled - MS2TC, Warren, Michigan
What happens when a government laptop is stolen and decryption is imminent? These clever detectives will solve the crime!
Mystery of the Metal Duck (Radio Drama) - Westbrook Middle School, Westbrook, Maine
The least serious murder mystery you've ever heard.
Goose - Westbrook MS, Westbrook, Maine - FIRST PLACE
Squiggles, Ducktective, Detective Cranberry, and more join forces in this star-studded mystery.
The Not so Quiet Library: Oak Hill MS, Sabattus, Maine - THIRD PLACE
When seven-year-old Meo goes missing, it is up to the great Detective Persons to solve the kidnapping; but will Detective Person’s short-attention span lead to devastating consequences? And will the janitor be the witness that saves Meo from this horrible kidnapping? Watch the video to find out.
Granny's Secret - Westbrook HS, Westbrook, Maine (non-competitive)
Seven years after their grandmother disappears, two cousins pursue the mystery...
Missing Mona Lisa - Solanco HS, East Drumore Township, PA
The International Art Police try to solve the mystery of the missing Mona Lisa.
Sherlack Hams:We Thought We Trusted Him - Oak Hill MS, Sabattus, Maine
A detective and their partner kill a local janitor working early in the morning. A witness sees and the mystery starts unfolding to a killer story.
The Schoolhouse Murder Case - Oak Hill MS, Sabattus, Maine
A murder occurred in the school house and many people are blamed. When two undercover police get accused and interrogated the truth is uncovered.
Out For a Catch (Radio Drama) - Oak Hill MS, Sabattus, Maine
Laura, an escaped felon, impersonates a housewife named Mary, only to find out that John, her “Husband” has been murdered.
Murder Express - Westbrook MS, Westbrook, Maine
Gorgeous puppets solve a murder mystery whodunit.
LANGUAGE ARTS CHALLENGE:
Shakespearean Soliloquy Shake Up – A Dramatic Re-invention
Days In The Sun - Ramona and Juliet: Oak Hill MS, Sabattus, Maine - SECOND PLACE
Juliet longs for her lover, just like the historical figure of the same name. This revision of Romeo and Juliet provides a modern spin with a powerful montage, underlying voiceover, and powerful music. Reference Soliloquy: Romeo and Juliet, Act III, Scene II, Lines 1-33
The Soliloguys - Westbrook MS, Westbrook, Maine - FIRST PLACE
Romeo and Juliet, Act 3 Scene 2: Lines 1-33, Juliet, in love, waiting for nightfall...
Othello Soliloquy: Workplace Style - Oak Hill MS, Sabattus, Maine - THIRD PLACE
This film pays homage to a popular show based on a paper company/office. The scene builds the events that happened before giving the soliloquy. Reference soliloquy: (Iago, Othello Act II, Scene III).
The Car, The Crash, and the Therapy Session - Oak Hill MS, Sabattus, Maine
Logan’s conscience is full after he realizes the last three words he spoke to his mother before her death were, “I hate you!" Reference Soliloquy : Macbeth, Act V scene V
Romeo and Juliet, Act Three, Scene Two
A retelling of the famous scene between Juliet and her nurse.
LANGUAGE ARTS CHALLENGE:
Finding Humor Amidst Darkness – A Pandemic/Ukrainian-Infused Comedy
Thursday Morning Prerecorded - Westbrook Middle School, Westbrook, Maine - THIRD PLACE
A parody news report about the Russia-Ukraine War.
Average Tuesday Zoom Meet - Westbrook MS, Westbrook, Maine - SECOND PLACE (TIE)
Students and teachers learn together, remotely.
Weekday Update (Downfall of Democracy) - Solanco HS, East Drumore Township, PA - FIRST PLACE
A news report highlighting all of the warning signs that democracy in the US is in trouble.
racism in america - Woolwich Central School, Woolwich, Maine - SECOND PLACE (TIE)
How do students at a Maine school experience Black History Month?
LANGUAGE ARTS CHALLENGE:
Unraveling Literacy – A Triptych of Short Digital Stories about …Writing
Project Agency - MS2TC, Warren, Michigan - SECOND PLACE
A triptych about Onomatopoeia using texting, video, and music video. The three stories combine to follow an advertising agency through the promotion of onomatopoeia.
All About Onomatopoeia - MS2TC, Warren, Michigan - FIRST PLACE
This triptych sets out to explain onomatopoeia through video (game show), a Facebook post, and texting.
2023 STEAM Video Submissions
STEAM CHALLENGE:
A Little Goes a Long Way – A Sustainable Vlog
Sustainable Vlog - Freeport MS, Freeport, Maine - SECOND PLACE
This is a video about ways you can be more sustainable.
Ways to be Environmentally Friendly - Freeport MS, Freeport, Maine - THIRD PLACE
This video shows viewers how they can be more environmentally friendly.
A Small Change, A Big Impact - Freeport MS, Freeport, Maine - FIRST PLACE
This video focuses on acting more sustainably.
Tips on How ro Save Energy and Money - Woolwich Central School, Woolwich, Maine
Vlog of a school day filled with energy conservation!
STEAM CHALLENGE:
Python Playtime – Coding Old Video Games Plus a Story to Tell
Python Playtime - Westbrook Middle School, Westbrook, Maine - FIRST PLACE
Students researched the history of Pong and programmed their own, updated version.
glaxy take over (space invaders 2) - Bruce Whittier MS, Poland, Maine - SECOND PLACE
this is a video about our vaugley comical re-creation of the classic game, space invaders.
STEAM CHALLENGE:
Your Fiscal Superhero – A Cautionary Tale about Money …with Superpowers
Investation Saves the Day - Woolwich Central School, Woolwich, Maine - SECOND PLACE
Investation helps students understand the power of patient investing over spending!
Stock Market Secrets - Bruce Whittier MS, Poland, Maine - FIRST PLACE
Tommy joins a bad group that want to get rich by making tommy a super hero/being good at finacing
STEAM CHALLENGE:
Chemical Calamity! Physical Force Flummox! – A Radio Drama
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STEAM CHALLENGE:
The Graphic Tale of an Environmental Law – A Graphic Short Story
The Ban of Plastic - Woolwich Central School, Woolwich, Maine - FIRST PLACE
An animal's perspective on plastic in the environment!
2023 History Video Submissions
HISTORY CHALLENGE:
TikTok Democracy – A TikTok Celebrating a Historic Moment in Democracy
MLK and Jackie Robinson - Woolwich Central School, Woolwich, Maine - SECOND PLACE
How MLK and Jackie Robinson show progress in civil rights.
I Choose Dreams - Woolwich Central School, Woolwich, Maine - FIRST PLACE
Civil rights in America are improving in fits and starts. Martin Luther King's speech showcases an uplifting moment.
HISTORY CHALLENGE:
Justice Triumphs – A (musical) Courtroom Drama
Maui County vs Hawaii Wildlife Fund - Westbrook MS, Westbrook, Maine - FIRST PLACE
The Supreme Court weighs in on wastewater discharge in Hawaii.
Justice Triumphs - Woolwich Central School, Woolwich, Maine - SECOND PLACE
How one man's private faith triumphed over a larger system.
HISTORY CHALLENGE:
Global Team Building – A Pitch
UN Security Council Membership Proposal - Westbrook MS, Westbrook, Maine - FIRST PLACE
Brazil and Nigeria are put forward as potential candidates for the permanent members of the UN Security Council.
HISTORY CHALLENGE:
Historical Paintings and the Stories They Tell – A Dramatic Re-Imagining
Historical Paintings, Woolwich Central School, Woolwich, Maine - FIRST PLACE
Historical paintings come to life!
Back to the Past - Woolwich Central School, Woolwich, Maine - SECOND PLACE
Paintings come to life to tell their stories.
HISTORY CHALLENGE:
Designing and Pitching Public Art
Public Art Proposal - Westbrook MS, Westbrook, Maine - FIRST PLACE
Students propose public art to honor to their middle school's identity.
Expanding Literacy PSA
This video tells the continuing story of the characters from Roll Of Thunder through interviews and news reports
CHALLENGE: Extending Literature: A News Report about The Next Chapter
CONTENT AREA: LANGUAGE ARTS
SUBMITTED BY: MS2TC, Michigan
Understanding
THIRD PLACE
Digital Storytelling Challenge: New Tech Perspectives
Content Area: Language Arts
Submitted by: Freeport Middle School, Maine
Local Species Spotlight, Puffins
FIRST PLACE
Digital Storytelling Challenge: Local Species Spotlight
Content Area: STEAM
Submitted by: Whittier Middle School, Maine
Strawberry News Press
This video tells the continuing story of the characters from Roll Of Thunder through interviews and news reports
CHALLENGE: Extending Literature: A News Report about The Next Chapter
CONTENT AREA: Language Arts
SUBMITTED BY: MS2TC, Michigan
Drama Queens
This is a video based on the short story titled “The Party” by Pam Muñoz Ryan.
CHALLENGE: Extending Literature: A News Report about The Next Chapter
CONTENT AREA: Language Arts
SUBMITTED BY: Freeport Middle School, Maine
All About Onomatopoeia
This triptych sets out to explain onomatopoeia through video (game show), a Facebook post, and texting.
CHALLENGE: Unraveling Literacy: A Triptych of Short Digital Stories about …Writing
CONTENT AREA: Language Arts
SUBMITTED BY: MS2TC, Michigan
Project Agency
A triptych about Onomatopoeia using texting, video, and music video. The three stories combine to follow an advertising agency through the promotion of onomatopoeia.
CHALLENGE: Unraveling Literacy: A Triptych of Short Digital Stories about …Writing
CONTENT AREA: Language Arts
SUBMITTED BY: MS2TC, Michigan
A Small Change, A Big Impact
This video focuses on acting more sustainably.
CHALLENGE: A Little Goes a Long Way
CONTENT AREA: STEAM
SUBMITTED BY: Freeport Middle, Maine
Ways to be Environmentally Friendly
his video shows viewers how they can be more environmentally friendly.
CHALLENGE: A Little Goes a Long Way
CONTENT AREA: STEAM
SUBMITTED BY: Freeport Middle, Maine
Sustainable Vlog
This is a video about ways you can be more sustainable.
CHALLENGE: A Little Goes a Long Way
CONTENT AREA: STEAM
SUBMITTED BY: Freeport Middle, Maine
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