To support candidates moving from the state level to the Region V level, candidates will submit an unedited video (of up to 8 minutes), responding to two questions related to her/his award category. The following links provide support in preparing and submitting your candidate interview video:
Submit your video here: https://forms.gle/Jg4tk91RRCGXF8oj6
General Submission Information:
Length of Video: up to 8 minutes maximum
Unedited Video – Do not add titles, backgrounds, music, props, or transitions
The judges have read your application and recommendation letters. Please do not add extra information beyond your response to the two interview questions asked and your professional organization involvement
Save the video with your First Name and Last Name (i.e., Marian Smith)
Upload your saved video to YouTube (directions follow) and share the link through the Video Interview Submission Form no later than March 1.
SUBMIT your video here: https://forms.gle/Jg4tk91RRCGXF8oj6
For your Video:
Introduce yourself and state “I am a candidate for… (name the category…).” Example: “Hello, my name is Marian Smith, and I am a candidate for Teacher of the Year.”
Briefly state any involvement you have in your professional organizations and ACTE at the local, state, region, and national level.
Read the first question for your category and provide your response. Example (based on teacher of the year category): “Question 1: Describe what you have done in your program that has made the greatest impact on student learning.” Then, respond to that question.
Read the second question and respond to that question
Close your interview with a simple, “Thank you”
Tips:
Review the three interview questions and prepare your responses. (See questions for your category above)
Wear the outfit you would wear to the actual interview during videotaping.
Choose a background that is uncluttered and not distracting.
Film in a well-lit room with more light in front of you rather than behind you (don’t film with a window at your back).
Speak clearly and loud enough to be heard. Look into the camera as if you were speaking to the judges.
Notes are ok to refer to while videotaping, but avoid reading from them.
Review your video to make sure the awards judges are able to see and hear you clearly.
Creating a Video Submission:
YouTube Upload of Video:
Upload your Video HERE
ACTE Region V Awards Contact Info:
Tracy Kern
Phone: 605-743-2567 (school)
Email: actevawards@gmail.com or tracy.kern@k12.sd.us