Deadline: February 15, 2009. Contest is open to students in grades 6-12.

This video contest is the first in a series. Topic is below.

This video contest incentivizes students to create short videos expressing the importance of Native American cultures. RTC will award eight (8) prizes of $50 each to the first eight (8) students to submit their videos. Videos will be showcased on Reconnecting The Circle’s website.

Topic:

Tell us why you think reconnecting the circle with Native Americans is important today.

Film yourself or have a friend film you.

(Length of Video: No more than 2 minutes)

How To Create and Upload Your Video

Once you upload your video to YouTube or RezKast, send us the URL to info@reconnectingthecircle.com with "Video Contest #1" in the subject line. Include your name and grade level (e.g., 7th grade) in the body of the email.

Benefits of Sharing Your Story:

Invites students, teachers, and parents to examine the value of Native Americans on society

Engages Native American students in the teaching process

Inspires new perspectives and self-awareness in students

Impacts communities, families, and individuals in a positive way