Are you looking for an opportunity to display your creativity? The Choose Respect video contest is open!
Create an original 50- to 70-second public service announcement video to promote awareness of dating abuse and domestic violence among teens. The contest is open to all 6th-12th grade students living in Montgomery County and videos can be in either English or Spanish. Enter for a chance to win 10 Student Service Learning (SSL) hours. The deadline is Sunday, Feb. 11. Winners will be announced at RespectFest on April 7.
Here are the winners of the 2023 Contest:
1st Place: Broken Pieces
by Daniela from Poolesville High School
2nd Place: If You Love Your Partner
by Parim and Megan from MLK Jr. Middle School
3rd Place: It’s All Your Fault
by Ethan, Jack, Brandon and Mimi from Northwest High School
Honorable Mention and Fan Favorite: Lessons Learned
by Derek, Anders, Daniel and Jorge from Watkins Mill High School, Springbrook High School and Blake High School
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FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival
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