Local students in grades six to12 are invited to turn their creativity into academic support in the Alameda County Water District (ACWD)’s 7th annual WaterClips Student Video Contest. The district will award more than $1,500 in scholarships to Tri-City area students for creating 30-second videos that show how ACWD water influences, inspires or supports physical health and wellness.
Winners will be honored at a special awards ceremony and reception at the Fremont Downtown Events Center, and receive a free movie ticket and see their videos featured on the big screen at local movie theaters before select films. Entries are being accepted now through March 13.
This year’s theme challenges students—working individually or in teams—to share their unique perspectives on water’s role in supporting physical health and wellness. Creative entries may highlight everything from workouts to wind-downs, demonstrating how water plays an important role in students’ wellbeing.
“Beyond showcasing creativity, this contest is a key part of our water education program, helping students understand the importance of water in sustaining health, wellness and our community,” said ACWD board president Judy Huang.
Teachers can win, too. ACWD will award classroom scholarships to teachers in both groups sponsoring the most student submissions or the winning videos.
A panel of judges of local professionals from various industries, including government, media, nonprofit organizations and environmental agencies, will evaluate student entries in grades six to eight and grades nine to 12. ACWD will award winning students from both groups with six scholarships worth $500, $250 and $100.
“Seeing students return each year with fresh and imaginative entries highlights the contest’s value,” said Huang. “We’re thankful for the continued support of our partner schools and their commitment to water education.”
For more information, visit acwd.org/waterclips or email wa********@**wd.com.
