ANNOUNCEMENT

3RD ANNUAL ARTS SPLASH! & STUDENT ARTS FESTIVAL 2012: CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF THE ARTS
Call for Submissions

Montalvo Arts Center is pleased to announce the 3rd annual Arts Splash! Open House & Student Arts Festival at Montalvo Arts Center. Kindergarten through twelfth grade student teams, with an adult Advisor-Mentor (or Teacher), are encouraged to submit proposals for collaborative student artworks or performances (of any discipline or medium) that you would like to present at the festival. This years theme Celebrating 100 Years of the Arts encourages students to celebrate and explore the arts of the past, present and future in conjunction with Montalvos 2012 Centennial Celebration.
Collaborative projects in all arts disciplines are encouraged to apply, including but not limited to: poetry, literature, music, dance, drama, visual arts, circus arts, culinary arts, new media and even debate. Submissions are limited to one per student team and three per school or community organization. All K-12 public, private and home school students, including independent student groups outside of schools and organizations, are eligible to participate.

KEY DATES | 2012 STUDENT ARTIST SELECTION PROCESS

January 10 | Optional informational Meeting at Montalvo at 5:30pm please RSVP to learn@montalvoarts.org to receive details on meeting location February 6 | Postmark deadline for proposals of student projects February 7-16 | Review of student proposals & juried selection of projects February 17 | Notification of selection sent to all participants February 17 April 13 | Student teams create artwork and performance February/March | Mandatory meeting for all Advisor-Mentors at Montalvo Dates TBD March 16 | Due: Participant Releases, final Change of Title form, Questions 5 & 6 April 16-20 | Artwork Installation & Dress Rehearsals April 21 | 3rd Annual Arts Splash! Open House & Student Arts Festival

Please share this information with teachers, school site administrators, community organizations and other interested colleagues. For further details or for electronic copies and examples of the submission forms, please contact Montalvo Arts Center at learn@montalvoarts.org or visit www.montalvoarts.org/education.

ANNOUNCEMENT
3RD ANNUAL ARTS SPLASH! & STUDENT ARTS FESTIVAL 2012: CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF THE ARTS
Eligibility, Guidelines & Criteria
ELIGIBILITY Collaborative projects in all arts disciplines addressing the Festival theme, Celebrating 100 Years of the Arts are encouraged to apply. All K-12 students in public, private and home schools throughout the Bay Area are eligible. Only one submission per student team and three submissions per school or community organization. All student groups must have an Advisor-Mentor (an adult serving as team manager and contact person). GUIDELINES Projects must address the Festival theme of Celebrating 100 Years of the Arts As such, projects may be arts for arts sake or art projects integrated into your classroom or organization curriculum. For example, your project might take the form of presenting a style of dance from the 1920s or contemporary techniques, a mural that celebrates early California history, or a sculpture that explores a contemporary issue your school or organization is discussing. Projects must result from a collaborative effort between students. The project vision should be a joint effort of the student team, and all members must be creative participants. (Not all members of the team must work on all aspects of the project.) Original work is strongly encouraged, and may include student interpretations of existing work. The Advisor-Mentor should assist in bringing the project to fruition by supporting the creative vision of the student team. Submissions may include projects in any arts discipline. Imagination is the limit! Culinary Arts Folk Art Forms Dance / Creative Movement Literary Arts Poetry & Spoken Word Circus Arts Storytelling Theatre Arts Oral Interpretation of Skits or Scenes from a Play Literature Puppetry or Shadow Play Multimedia / Readers Theatre Multidisciplinary Monologues Music Vocal or Instrumental Electronic (Computerbased) Visual Arts & Installation 2- & 3-Dimensional Works Performance Art Film History & Social Science Physical Education

Projects may reflect the arts integrated with other disciplines such as: Science & Technology Language Arts & World Languages Mathematics Speech & Debate

Please keep in mind that most visual art projects will be displayed outdoors, so as you plan your artworks take this into consideration regarding materials and installation. Depictions of violence, abuse, nudity, and profanity are not appropriate in this setting. Montalvo reserves the right to withdraw or otherwise exclude any material or works for any reason at its sole discretion.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 6, 2012

For an electronic version or to view an example of the Submission Forms, visit www.montalvoarts.org/education. Questions? Contact Montalvo Arts Centers education office at learn@montalvoarts.org or 408.961.5813.

ANNOUNCEMENT
3RD ANNUAL ARTS SPLASH! & STUDENT ARTS FESTIVAL 2012: CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF THE ARTS
Eligibility, Guidelines & Criteria
SUBMISSION SELECTION CRITERIA Submissions will be considered along the following criteria: 1. Originality and creativity in the work or project ideas. 2. Originality and creativity in approach to addressing the Festival theme. 3. Effective use of media as related to content. 4. Strong collaboration among student team members in the creation of the work.

ARTIST STATEMENT Submissions include a brief artists statement that is generated by completing our STUDENT ARTIST STATEMENT FORM. This statement is intended to help you start thinking about your project and to tell us about your idea: what you want to create, how you will create it, why it is meaningful to you, and how it responds to the theme. Submissions are considered incomplete unless the artist statement is included with the proposal submission. Advisor-Mentors may assist in completing required paperwork for younger students. ADULT ADVISOR-MENTOR Every student team must include the committed participation of an adult Advisor-Mentor who will act as team manager and be the main contact for the project. Advisor-Mentors will provide guidance in creation of the artwork, as well as manage and be responsible for all logistics and transportation in regards to participation in the Festival. Advisor-Mentors may be school faculty/staff, teaching artists, community leaders or parents. Individual student teams or their school sponsors are responsible for financing the projects, rehearsal needs, supplies and materials, costumes, and transportation to and from the festival and related events. TO APPLY Complete submissions must be postmarked by FEBRUARY 6, 2012. A complete submission will include the following documents: Student Proposal Cover Form (one per project) Artist Statement Form Questions 1-4 (Upon acceptance notification in February Student Groups will need to submit Finalized Title information, Participant Release Forms; and Questions 5 & 6 of Artist Statement which will be due in March)

SUBMISSION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 6, 2012

For an electronic version or to view an example of the Submission Forms, visit www.montalvoarts.org/education. Questions? Contact Montalvo Arts Centers education office at learn@montalvoarts.org or 408.961.5813.

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Student Submission Cover Form
THIS PAGE IS DUE: FEBRUARY 6, 2012
THIS FORM MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED FOR EACH SUBMISSION. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY.

SUBMISSION INFORMATION Working Title of Project:

(title may be changed later)

____

______

Discipline/Medium:
List the names of all participating students. Use the back of this page or attach additional pages as necessary.
FIRST & LAST NAME AGE GRADE SCHOOL

Would you be interested in possibly offering a hands-on workshop, presentation or demonstration on the day of the festival that is related to this project? Such as demonstrating your creative process and allowing attendees to make their own small projects related to your artwork? If yes, please check this box.

ADVISOR-MENTOR INFORMATION
Advisor-Mentor Name: School/Organization: (if applicable) Mailing Address: Day Phone: ( ) E-mail: Evening Phone: ( ) Position/Title: _______ _______

If this submission is accepted, I commit to attending a mandatory Advisor-Mentor meetings at Montalvo Arts Center, several dates will be available to choose from in February and March 2012.

SUBMISSION CHECKLIST
Student Submission Cover Form (this page) Student Artist Statement Part I Part I due February 6, 2012; Part II & Release forms due March 16, 2012 upon acceptance. Optional: Supporting Materials Photos, DVDs, CDs, etc. Describe any submitted materaisl on the back of this Form. IMPORTANT: Supporting materials become the property of Montalvo Arts Center and will not be returned.
Questions? Contact Montalvo Arts Centers education office at learn@montalvoarts.org or 408.961.5813.

E-mail (preferred) completed submissions to: learn@montalvoarts.org Mail to: Student Arts Festival, Montalvo Arts Center, PO Box 158, Saratoga, CA 95071
For an electronic version or to view an example of the Submission Forms, visit www.montalvoarts.org/education.

3RD ANNUAL STUDENT ARTS FESTIVAL 2012: CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF THE ARTS
Student Artist Statement Form, Part I
THIS FORM MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED FOR EACH SUBMISSION. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY.

STUDENT ARTIST STATEMENT PART I

Working Title of Project: Discipline/Medium: Advisor-Mentor:

In responding to the questions below, please feel free to attach additional sheets as necessary.
For an electronic version or to view an example of the Submission Forms, visit www.montalvoarts.org/education.

1. In 3-5 sentences, please tell us what your artwork, performance or project is about.

2. The theme for the 2012 Student Arts Festival is Celebrating 100 Years of the Arts. How does your artwork, performance or project address this theme?

3. What is your inspiration for this work, performance or project? How did you come up with your

design or idea(s)?

4. The Student Arts Festival seeks collaborative artworks or projects. How are you collaborating with others to create the work, performance or project?

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Questions? Contact Montalvo Arts Centers education office at learn@montalvoarts.org or 408.961.5813

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Student Artist Statement Form, Part II

THIS PAGE IS DUE: MARCH 16, 2012
UPON ACCEPTANCE INTO THE STUDENT ARTS FESITVAL, THIS FORM MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED FOR EACH SUBMISSION. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY.

CHANGE OF TITLE
Working Title (originally submitted): Discipline/Medium: Final Title of Project: Advisor-Mentor: ______

ARTIST STATEMENT PART II

In responding to the questions below, please feel free to attach additional sheets as necessary. For an electronic version or to view an example of the Submission Forms, visit www.montalvoarts.org/education. 1. In what ways are you learning and growing in creating your work or project? What are the most challenging aspects about creating it?

2. What are you most proud of about your work or project?

Also Due: all completed Participant Release Forms & Advisor-Mentor Form
E-mail (preferred) completed submissions to: learn@montalvoarts.org Mail to: Student Arts Festival, Montalvo Arts Center, PO Box 158, Saratoga, CA 95071
Questions? Contact Montalvo Arts Centers education office at learn@montalvoarts.org or 408.961.5813.

3RD ANNUAL ARTS SPLASH! & STUDENT ARTS FESTIVAL 2012: CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF THE ARTS Participant Information Form
THIS FORM MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED FOR EACH PARTICIPANT. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY.

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION
Participant Name: Home Address: Phone: ( ) Age: City/Zip Code: E-mail: ____ Grade: ________ ______________

Final Title of Project: Discipline/Medium: Advisor-Mentor:

MONTALVO ARTS CENTER INDEMNITY AND RELEASE; INFORMED CONSENT In consideration of the opportunity afforded by the Montalvo Arts Center (Montalvo) for me and/or any minor child for whom I am guardian to participate in Montalvos Student Arts Festival (Festival), I agree to the fullest extent permitted by law, to defend (with attorneys acceptable to the indemnitee), indemnify, protect and hold harmless Montalvo, the members of Montalvos Board of Trustees, and all officers, employees and agents of Montalvo from and against any and all damage, loss, claim, liability and expense, including attorneys fees, witness fees and other legal costs, incurred directly or indirectly by reason of any claim, suit or judgment brought by or on behalf of any person or persons for damages, loss or expense due to, but not limited to, bodily injury or property damage sustained by such person or persons which arises out of my or my minor child's participation in the Festival, provided that this indemnity shall not apply to any damage, loss, claim, liability or expense caused by the sole negligence or willful misconduct of Montalvo or its Trustees, officers, employees, or agents. I further authorize the use by Montalvo of any and all photographs or footage taken of me or such minor child and his/her artwork in connection with any works which may be produced and/or used by Montalvo. I also consent to the use of the likeness of myself or my minor child and his/her artwork in connection with promotional activities related to the photographs or footage; release any and all claims that I or my minor child may have in connection with the photographs or footage; waive any right that I may have to inspect and/or approve the photograph or footage; and assign, to the extent that I have any, all right, title and interest, including any copyright, in the photographs or footage to Montalvo. In addition, I do hereby give consent to Montalvo to use and/or reproduce any written and spoken words relating to the project or Festival made by myself or by my minor child for any and all purposes in any form or media. I also give consent to Montalvo to seek and authorize any medical care or treatment needed for myself or my minor child on an emergency basis. I am an adult assisting the Advisor-Mentor of this project. Signature: Name of Parent/Guardian of Minor Child: (please print) Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: Date:

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Advisor-Mentor Information Form
THIS FORM MUST BE FULLY COMPLETED FOR EACH ADVISOR-MENTOR. PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT LEGIBLY.

ADVISOR-MENTOR INFORMATION
Advisor-Mentor Name: Home Address: Home Phone: ( E-mail: Final Title of Project: Discipline/Medium: Are you advising more than one project for this festival? Yes No ) City/Zip Code: Mobile Phone: ( )

MONTALVO ARTS CENTER INDEMNITY AND RELEASE; INFORMED CONSENT In consideration of the opportunity afforded by the Montalvo Arts Center (Montalvo) for me to participate in Montalvos Student Arts Festival (Festival), I agree to the fullest extent permitted by law, to defend (with attorneys acceptable to the indemnitee), indemnify, protect and hold harmless Montalvo, the members of Montalvos Board of Trustees, and all officers, employees and agents of Montalvo from and against any and all damage, loss, claim, liability and expense, including attorneys fees, witness fees and other legal costs, incurred directly or indirectly by reason of any claim, suit or judgment brought by or on behalf of any person or persons for damages, loss or expense due to, but not limited to, bodily injury or property damage sustained by such person or persons which arises out of my participation in the Festival, provided that this indemnity shall not apply to any damage, loss, claim, liability or expense caused by the sole negligence or willful misconduct of Montalvo or its Trustees, officers, employees, or agents. I further authorize the use by Montalvo of any and all photographs or footage taken of me or the students artwork in connection with any works which may be produced and/or used by Montalvo. I also consent to the use of the likeness of myself and my groups artwork in connection with promotional activities related to the photographs or footage; release any and all claims that I have in connection with the photographs or footage; waive any right that I may have to inspect and/or approve the photograph or footage; and assign, to the extent that I have any, all right, title and interest, including any copyright, in the photographs or footage to Montalvo. In addition, I do hereby give consent to Montalvo to use and/or reproduce any written and spoken words relating to the project or Festival made by myself for any and all purposes in any form or media. I also give consent to Montalvo to seek and authorize any medical care or treatment needed for myself on an emergency basis. Name: (please print) Signature: Date:

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