GUIDELINES FOR SOCIO-CULTURAL EVENTS 2022

Theme: “Propelling Potentials in Sports and Arts amidst the Pandemic”

1. Charcoal Rendering
Mechanicsand Rules of the Contest:
1. Materials will be provided by the contestants.
2. Pantograph, air brush, ruler, and the like are not allowed.
3. The head master will decide for the subject (portrait picture).
4. All contestants will be given a portrait picture individually by the head master during the contest proper.
5. The contest duration is for a period of four (4) hours.
6. Only the contestants are allowed in the contest venue.
7. No distinguishing mark or name of the constant shall appear in the entry.
8. Contest output (artworks) will be the property of Culture and Arts Office and proper labelling for
recognition will be given (Artist, Department, Coach).
9. Judges decision is final.

Criteria for Judging:

CRITERIA Points
Concept 10
 Objective/Intent
 Knowledge of the Subject Matter
 Similarity or Likeness
Techniques 10
 Mastery of Specific Skills and Utilization of Media
Composition 10
 Organization of Visual space
Total 30

2. PENCIL DRAWING

Mechanics and Rules of the Contest:

1. Materials will be provided by the contestants.
2. The contestants must use Steadler/Rotring pencil from 2H/3H, B/2B and/or 5B/6B.
3. Charcoal Pencil, art gunner or equivalent, brush, cotton, tissue paper, sand paper, pantograph and air
brush are not allowed.
4. Smudging is also not allowed.
5. The head master will decide for the subject.
6. The contest duration is for a period of four (4) hours.
7. Only the contestants are allowed in the contest venue.
8. No distinguishing mark or name of the constant shall appear in the entry.
9. Contest output (artworks) will be the property of Culture and Arts Office and proper labelling for
recognition will be given (Artist, Department, Coach).
10. Judges decision is final.

Criteria for Judging:

CRITERIA Points
Concept 10
 Objective/Intent
 Knowledge of the Subject Matter
 Similarity or Likeness
Techniques 10
 Mastery of Specific Skills and Utilization of Media
Composition 10
 Organization of Visual space
Total 30

Note: 1/8 size illustration Board to be used in Charcoal Rendering and Pencil Drawing will be
provided by the Chairperson and each Department will reimburse the amount of the material.
 3. PAINTING
Mechanics and Rules of the Contest:
1. The subject will be decided by the head master.
2. The contestant must bring his/her own painting brushes, easel, mixing plate/palette and rugs. Any
kind of brush will be allowed. All other competition materials will be provided by each department.
3. The contestant will use water based paint (acrylic). Materials will be provided by each department. Only
the three primary colors (red, blue and yellow) and two neutral colors (black and white) shall be
allowed.
4. Mixing of colors is allowed.
5. The contestants will use the 17” x 20” canvass which will be provided by each department.
6. The contest duration is for a period of four (4) hours.
7. Only the contestants are allowed in the contest venue.
8. No distinguishing mark or name of the constant shall appear in the entry.
9. Contest output (artworks) will be the property of Culture and Arts Office and proper labelling for
recognition will be given (Artist, Department, Coach).
10. Judges decision is final.
Criteria for Judging:

CRITERIA Points
Concept 10
 Objective/Intent
 Knowledge of the Subject Matter
 Similarity or Likeness
Techniques 10
 Mastery of Specific Skills and Utilization of Media
Composition 10
 Organization of Visual space
Total 30

4. PHOTO CONTEST

Mechanics and Rules of the Contest:

1. The contestant will provide and use digital camera (DSLR/Mirrorless).
2. The setting of camera will be provided by the head master.
3. The photo subject will be provided by the head master.
4. Editing of photo/picture is not allowed, edited photo will be disqualified.
5. The picture/photo must be taken/shoot by the contestant.
6. The contestants will submit a raw + jpeg file of his/her entry together with an entry form together with a
title.
7. The contestant may use any aperture (F stop), shutter speed & ISO.
8. Each department will print the pictures/photo upon verification of entry.
9. The contest duration is for a period of one (1) hour.
10. Only the contestants are allowed in the contest venue.
11. The contestants may take as many shots as he/she can however will only submit his/her BEST shot as
official entry. The contestants will be given a maximum of 15 minutes to select his best shot before
submitting to the contest facilitators.
12. Contest output (photo) will be the property of Culture and Arts Office and proper labelling for recognition
will be given (Artist, Department, Coach).
13. Ranking system will be used to determine the winners. Averaging will used.
14. Judges decision is final.
Criteria for Judging:

CRITERIA Points
Concept 10
 Creativity/Uniqueness
 Originality
 Expression
Techniques 10
 Clarity of the Subject
 Artistic merit
Composition 10
 Organization of Visual space
 Over-all impact
Total 30
 5. ON-THE-SPOT POSTER MAKING
CONTEST
Mechanics and Rules of the Contest:
1. The poster must be based on the theme provided by contest manager.
2. The contestant must bring his/her own painting brushes, easel, mixing plate, palette and rugs. Any kind
of brush will be allowed. All other competition materials will be provided by each department.
3. The contestant will use water based paint (acrylic). Materials will be provided by the organizers. Only the
three primary colors (red, blue and yellow) and two neutral colors (black and white) shall be allowed.
4. Mixing of colors is allowed.
5. The contestants will use the 17” x 20” canvass which will be provided by each department.
6. The contest duration is for a period of four (4) hours.
7. Only the contestants are allowed in the contest venue.
8. No distinguishing mark or name of the constant shall appear in the entry.
9. Contest output (artworks) will be the property of Culture and Arts Office and proper labelling for
recognition will be given (Artist, Department, Coach).
10. Judges decision is final.

Criteria for Judging:

CRITERIA Points
Concept 10
 Objective/Intent
 Knowledge of the Subject Matter
 Relevance to the theme
Techniques 10
 Mastery of Specific Skills and Utilization of Media
Composition 10
 Organization of Visual space
Total 30

6. Pagsulat ng Sanaysay

Ibibigay ng lupon ng inampalan ang paksa ng kompetisyon sa lugar na pagdarausan. Tiyakin na wala itong kaugnayan
sa tema ng pagdiriwang.
1. Hindi hihigit sa 1,500 at hindi naman kukulangin sa 1,000 ang dami mg salita
pangninnilaman. May karampatang bawas ng 2 puntos kung hihigit sa 1,500 at kung
kukulangin sa 1,000 sa kabuuang puntos ng bawat hurado.
2. Bibigyan lamang ang kalahok ng 2 oras sa pagbuo ng diwa o komposisyon.
3. Bibigyan ang mga kalahok ng papel at panulat na may kalakip na bilang at pirmado ng komite
ng paligsahan. Hindi kailangang isulat ang pangalan at paaralan ng kinatawan.
4. Mahigpit na ipinagbabawal ang pagpapadala ng mga kalahok ng anumang aklat, diksyunaryo at iba
pang materual na maaring pagkukunan ng ideya.
5. Tanging ang mga miyembro ng komite at mga kalahok lamang ang may karapatang
pumasok sa pagdarausan ng paligsahan.
6. Pinal at hindi mababago ang hatol ng lupon ng inampalan.

CRITERIA %
Nilalaman 50
 Kaugnayan sa paksa 20
 Kalinawan sa paglalahad 20
 Orihinalidad 10
Organisasyon 30
 Kaisahan 10
 Pagkakaugnay 10
 Diin 10
Mekaniks 20
 Wastong gamit ng mga salita 5
 Bantas 5
 Baybay 5
 Pagpili ng mga wastong mga salita 5
KABUUAN 100

7. Dagliang Talumpati
 1. Ang paksa ng talumpati ay ibibigay ng Lupon ng Inampalan sa araw ng paligsahan. Tiyakin na wala
itong kaugnayan sa tema ng pagdiriwang.
2. Ang kalahok ay bibigyan 10 minutong paghahanda at 5 minutong paglalahad. Isang puntos ang
ibabawas sa bawat 30 segundong kulang at sobra sa paglalahad.
3. Ang paglalahad ay maaaring sa paraan ng pakikipagusap (conversational) o patalumpati
(oratorical) o maaaring pinagsamang pakikipag-usap at patalumpati.
4. Hindi maaring gumamit ng mikropono.
5. Ipinagbabawal sa mga kalahok ang pagsusuot ng uniporme ng kolehiyo o unibersidad.
6. Pinal at hindi mababago ang hatol ng lupon ng Inampalan.

CRITERIA %
Nilalaman 40
 Kaugnayan sa paksa 20
 Kabuuan 10
 Kaayusan at Kalinawan ng Diwa) 10
Paglalahad 40
 Tinig 20
 Pagbigkas 20
Tikas o Personalidad 20
 Tindig 5
 Tiwala sa sarili 5
 Kilos o tuwirang pakikipag-ugnayan 10
KABUUAN 100

8. Pagkukuwento

1. Apat na kwento ang gagamitin para pagpilian ng mga kalahok sa pamamagitan ng

pagpapalabunotan. Ito ay opisyal na manggagaling sa pamunuan ng patimpalak.
2. Ang pagkukuwento ay magaganap sa 5 hanggang 7 minuto. Babawasan ng 1 puntos ang bawat
30 segundong lampas o kulang na oras sa pagkukuwento.
4. Walang anumang epektong teknikal na gagamitin tulad ng mikropono, musika, o tunog. Wala ring
gagamiting larawan o anumang sining biswal. Diskwalipikado ang kaahok ang sinumang kalahok na
lalabag sa panuntunang ito.
5. Nasa diskresyon ng tagapagkwento kung siya ay uupo o tatayo (Iwasan ang sobrang galaw o kilos.
6. Ang kasuotan ay angkop sa piyesa at naayon sa pamantayang moral at etikal.
7. Iwasan ang mga salitang bulgar na hindi akma sa pormal na bigkas.
8. Pinal at hindi mababago ang hatol ng lupon ng Inampalan.

CRITERIA %
Kakayahan sa pagbigkas 40
 Tiwala sa sarili 10
 Kaalaman 10
 Kasanayan 10
 Kalinawan 10
Kahusayan sa pagbibigay buhay sa 40
papel na ginagampanan ng
mga tauhan sa kwento 40
Hikayat 20 20
KABUUAN 100

9. Essay
Writing
1. The board of judges shall provide the topic of the essay at the venue of the competition.
2. Essay in English shall be written between 600 and 800 words. A deduction of two (2) points shall be
applied when the words used are less or more than the prescribed number of words.
3. The contestants shall be given two (2) hours to develop their composition.
4. The contestants shall be provided with a pen and a long bond paper marked with the assigned number
duly signed by the contest master. They are prohibited to write their names and department.
5. No printed materials, electronic gadgets, or storage devices shall be utilized.
6. Each contestant shall be assigned a number.
7. The result of the contest will be posted on the tally board immediately after the judges have finished
rating the contestants’ manuscript.
8. The judges’ decision is final.

CRITERIA %
 Content 50
Relevance to the Theme 20
– connection, significance of the issue being discussed.
Comprehensiveness 10
– how complete and detailed the writer’s exposition of the topic.
Originality 10
– Uniqueness, novelty and authenticity of ideas.
Insights 10
– a fresh way of looking at things, critical view of the subject.
Organization 30
Clarity of thoughts 10
– use of simple and appropriate words to convey ideas or issues.
Creativity 10
– the use of appropriate devices and expressions in the
exposition of the subject.
Unity and Consistency 10
– ability to highlight the focal point.
Mechanics 20 20
Punctuation, Spelling, Capitalization, Grammar – the correct
use of punctuation, capitalization and grammar.
Total 100

10. Extemporaneous Speech

1. The topic shall be decided by the judges on the day of the competition
a. The judges shall give the common topic prior to the start of the competition related to current
events whether local, national or international.
2. The contestants shall be given 10 minutes to prepare and 3 minutes minimum to 5 minutes
maximum to deliver.
3. There shall be three rooms (i.e. waiting, preparation and delivery)
4. The contestants are not allowed to have any gadget (e.g. cellphone, tablet, etc.)
5. The under time and overtime deductions shall be applied.
a. There shall be a one (1) point deduction for every 10- second under time or overtime from
each judge’s total score before determining the rank of the contestants.
6. A timer accessible to the contestant, judges and audience shall be provided.
7. The contest master is accountable to the sanctity of the competition
8. The style of the delivery shall be conversational, oratorical or a combination of both.
- Dramatic style is considered for disqualification.
9. The contestant should not wear his/her school uniform or any school identification. Business attire is
encouraged.
10. Use of sound effects, microphones and props is disallowed.
11. After the deliberation of the members of the board of judges, the judges’ decision is final.
CRITERIA %
Content, clear organization 35
Delivery 35
Pronunciation, enunciation, diction 20
Stage presence (eye contact, poise, personality) 10
Total 100

11. Story Telling

1. There shall be four (4) official contest pieces to be selected from Philippine Literature that shall be
provided by the event manager to the contestant before the competition.
2. All four (4) story pieces must be read and be studied by the contestants within preparation period.
3. A story piece among all the four (4) stories will be drawn by the contestant five minutes after the
ongoing speaker has started his/her delivery.
4. Drawing of the story pieces shall be conducted inside the holding room.
5. The delivery must be done by a recounting of the original story piece. A minimum of seven (7) minutes
and a maximum of ten (10) minutes of delivery time is given to each contestant.
6. One (1) point shall be deducted from the contestant’s total score for every 30 seconds of under
time and overtime of his/her delivery.
7. Movement is confined to either sitting or standing throughout the delivery. No low level movements.
Steps in all directions shall be confined to not more than five (5).One point shall be deducted from each
judge’s total score for every violation on movement.
8. Decent attire is required.
9. No recorded sound effects, microphone, background, or props are allowed to support the story.
10. The judges’ decision is final.

CRITERIA %
Adherence to the Storyline 25
 Adequate of details recounted.
 Pertinence of details to the original story.
 Chronological and logical order of the story’s events
 Creativity of recounting the story’s plot.
 Elucidation of imagery
Delivery 25
 Elicitation of emotions and expressions of the character
played.
 Spontaneity and naturalness of delivery
 Poise and confidence
 Facial expression, gestures, and eye contact
 Elicitation and sustainability of audience’s interest
Language Skills 25
 Suitability of Language
 Vividness of Language
 Grammatical Correctness
 Pronunciation and Enunciation
 Phrasing
Voice 25
 Variation of Voice across characters
 Voice Projection
 Clarity
 Voice Quality
 Sufficiency of Variety in Rate, Pause, and Pitch
Total 100

OFFICIAL CONTEST STORIES:

The Wedding Dance

Love in the Corn Husks
My Father Goes to Court
My Brother’s Peculiar Chicken

12. Short and Sweet Plays

(One Act Play that runs for ten (10) minutes)

1. The category is a presentation of a short play with limited time and number of characters
2. Performers will be limited to a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of six (6). No multiple
character role for an actor will be allowed.
3. Language to be used may be pure or a combination of English, Filipino, or any Philippine
language with English/Filipino translation.
4. Technicians, musicians, and all personnel needed for production will be counted in the six-
contestant limit.
5. The writer is NOT required to be a part of the cast.
6. Lines, whether spoken or sung, must be live.
7. Handprops and a maximum of two movable set pieces (EXAMPLE: One Table= 1 Set, One Chair
= 1 Set) will be allowed on stage for the duration of the play. Backdrops are not allowed. Performers
must wear appropriate costumes. The available space light will be used.
8. Performance time is ten (10) minutes maximum. For an over time, the contestant will receive a 0.5-point
deduction for any portion of thirty (30) second increments outside the allotted time. (For example,
a performance timed at 10:01 would receive a half-point deduction from the total score per judge. A
performance of 10:31 would receive a deduction of a full point from the total score per judge.)
9. Plays must be originally written for the competition. Five (5) photocopies must be submitted to the event
chairperson before the competition. The play should depict or illustrate the theme of family unity, values
and youth issues.
10. . Violation of the guidelines except for #8 will be disqualified.

CRITERIA %
 A. ACTING 25
 Use of voice - 10
 Use of body - 5
 Use of imagination - 5
 Use of feelings/emotions - 5
A. DIRECTING 25
 Interpretation of materials - 10
 Use of space - 8
 Approaches/Styles - 7
A. TECHNICAL DESIGNS 25
Costume - 5
 Appropriateness to the character
Makeup -5
 Appropriateness to the character
Sounds - 8
 Appropriateness to the text/narrative - 4
 Signification of meaning of text - 4
Set and Props - 7
 Functionality - 4
 Symbolic Relevance - 3
25
C. Relevance to the theme - 10
D. Dramatic structure (linear and nonlinear) - 5
E. Dialogue (appropriate to the character) - 5
F. Unity of action - 5
Total 100

13. Radio Drama

1. Contestants should present an original radio drama over a simulated or actual radio station. The script
must follow the annexed sample format.
2. No more than five (5) radio talents and/or student technicians may be involved.
3. Contestants may portray multiple characters behind curtain.
4. The drama must convey a moral or character-building theme on youth, family, unity, and values. The
radio drama should be suitable for general listeners. Please strictly follow the ethics on KBP Radio Code.
5. Background music and canned sound effects may be used.
6. Five (5) photocopies must be submitted to the organizers before the competition.
7. Performance time is ten (10) minutes maximum. For an over time, the contestant will receive a 0.5-point
deduction for any portion of thirty (30) second increments outside the allotted time. (For example,
a performance timed at 10:01 would receive a half-point deduction from the total score per judge. A
performance of 10:31 would receive a deduction of a full point from the total score per judge.)
8. All equipment and sound effects must be provided by the participants. Host will only provide sound
system.
9. The medium of language to be used will either be English or Filipino or a combination of the two.
Philippine languages may be used but translation be provided in the script. Lines should be live and may
not be memorized.
10. Maximum set up time is five minutes.

CRITERIA %
A. RADIO DRAMA SCRIPT 30
Theme Appropriateness - 10
Variety of characters - 10
Script Flow and Continuity – 10
B. TECHNICAL QUALITY 30
Appropriateness of sounds -10
Smoothness of production - 10
Precision (Timing, Pacing and Transition) -10
C. VOCAL QUALITY 30
Voice flexibility - 15
Voice creativity – 15
D. OVER-ALL APPEAL 10
Dramatic effect - 5
Rendering/delevery – 5
Total 100

ANNEX A
(Radio Drama Script Format)
Title:
Format: Radio Drama
Duration: 10 mins.
Writer/Producer/Director:
Cast:

Scene One: Spacious Reception Area

01 MUSIC: FOREBODING THEME, ESTABLISH, CONTINUE UNDER

02 SOUND: APPROACHING FOOTSTEPS ON THE SURFACE

03 CBC MAILMAN: Here’s Mail! Looks like a lot of scripts!

04 RECEPTIONIST: Thank you. I will deliver these immediately to the appropriate script editors.

14. Live Band

Competition

1. Each group will perform one (1) Original Pilipino Music (OPM) and one (1) English (Foreign Song) as long
as there is no obscene, lewd or green words in the lyrics.
2. Each group will have a minimum of four and a maximum of seven members.
3. A total of 10 minutes will be allotted. Beyond this a total of five points will be deducted from the group
total score from each judge.
4. Each group must provide their respective instrument except for the drum set which will be provided by
the committee. Change of cymbals will be allowed. A minimum of 4 amplifiers shall also be provided by
the committee for one lead guitar, rhythm guitar, one bass guitar and one keyboard.
5. The members of the band maybe composed of all males, or all females, or mixed.
6. The use of pyrotechnic gadgets, smoke, or combustible materials as props are not allowed.
7. Medley arrangement of songs is not allowed.
8. The committee will provide an official time keeper to monitor and remind the performers
9. Judges decisions are final and irrevocable.
CRITERIA %
Musicality (harmony, rhythm, sound quality) 50
Performance (stage presence, style) 30
Technical (handling of instruments) 10
Over-All Impact (includes interpretation) 10
Total 100

15. Vocal Solo (Kundiman)

1. The song shall be one straight KUNDIMAN to be chosen from the following songs only and one
choice piece.
a. Ako’y Ibong Sawi by Buencamino
b. Madaling Araw by Nicanor Abelardo
c. Kung Hindi Man ni Nicanor Abelardo
d. Nasaan Ka Irog? Ni Narciso Asistio
e. Malungkot ang Maya by Jose Estrella
f. Pakiusap ni Francisco Santiago
g. Kundiman by Abdon
h. Kundiman ng Luha
i. Ang Aking Bayan by San Pedro
j. Bayan ko (Ako ay Pilipino)
k. Kundiman (Ako’y Anak ng Dalita) by Santiago
l. Pahiwatig
2. Transposition is NOT allowed.
3. ONLY piano should be the accompaniment.
4. Delivery should not be more than seven (7) minutes.
5. Filipiniana attire is required but should avoid shining and shimmering costume.
6. Judges decision is final.

CRITERIA %
 Tone quality (Vocal Technique/Intonation) 45
Musicianship (dynamic nuances, interpretation, diction) 45
Deportment 10
Total 100

16. Vocal Duet

1. Contestants shall sing straight published Original Pilipino Music (OPM) songs, either English or
Filipino/Visayan. Published regional songs with translations are allowed. Rearrangement into a duet of
an OPM song is allowed. Revival or adaptations from foreign compositions is disallowed.
2. Singing shall be accompanied by a minus one. Multiplex, karaoke/videoke, and live
accompaniment shall not be allowed. Soft/electronic copy (MP3/MP4 format) shall be
provided to the host institution prior to the contests for compilation.
3. Delivery of each piece is for 3-7 minutes.
4. Judges’ scores shall revert to zero in the succeeding rounds. Judges’ decision is final and
irrevocable.
5. Judges’ decision is final and irrevocable.
6. Criteria for judging are as follows:

CRITERIA %
Tone quality/Vocal technique 25
Blending/Harmony 40
Musicianship (Interpretation, Dynamic Nuances, Diction) 25
Deportment 10
Total 100

17. SONGWRITING COMPETITION

The activity aims to provide opportunity for student song writers to showcase their talents, express themselves and be
heard by their fellow college mates.

I. Mechanics & Criteria

1. The songwriting contest is open for the students of CHMSC – Binalbagan Campus
2. Each unit must submit one official entry.
3. Entry may be individually or collaboratively authored.
4. The maximum number of members for each entry is six (6) which includes the composers, singers and
instrumentalists.
5. Song entry:
a) Must be in Filipino or in English or a mix thereof;
b) Lyrics of the song must demonstrate originality and artistic competency;
c) The content of the song must be anchored on the theme.
d) The song must not be less than 3 minutes and must not exceed 5 minutes in length including intro and
outro;
e) Any music genre is allowed;
f) The use of musical instrument as accompaniment is allowed;
g) Use of swear words or foul languages is strictly prohibited;
h) Any form of plagiarism will result to disqualification.
6. All entries will be performed live.

Note: Performers may use the drum set provided by the committee.

Criteria
Originality and Creativity 30%
Music and Melody 30%
Lyrics (Relevance to the theme, effectiveness, message) 30%
Overall Impact 10%
Total 100%

18. Quiz Bowl

(Philippine Government, History, Geography and Culture)
1. Questions composing Philippine Government, History, Geography, and Culture shall be given.
2. Each department is entitled to three contestants composing a team, who are bona fide students of
the university. One official alternate will be allowed.
3. Contestants will answer the same set of questions in writing. Before a question is read, the
contestant must raise their right hand. Each team will be provided with an illustration board, chalk
and eraser.
4. The question will be read twice by the Quizmaster. After the second reading, the Quizmaster shall
say “go” – only then will the team be allowed to write the answer. Automatically, the ten-second time
limit will begin with the word “go” by the Quizmaster. If a question requires enumeration, the time
limit will be extended to ten (10) more seconds.
5. After the time limit, a buzzer will sound; the team should stop writing and raise their right
hand.
6. The contest has two (2) rounds, Level I and Level II. In Level I, twenty (20) questions will be
asked. Each question is worth one (1) point. After asking twenty (20) questions, the
Quizmaster announces the top three (3) teams will advance to Level II. If there is a tie for the
third (3rd) place, both will advance to the next level.
7. Twenty (20) questions will be asked is the second (2 nd) round, by this time, two (2) points
will be assigned for each correct answer.
8. After the twentieth (20th) question, the three (3) teams getting the highest scores in Level I,
Level II and Level III will be declared champion, 1st runner-up and 2nd runner-up. Since there
are only three (3) places, should there be a tie, extra questions will be asked by the
Quizmaster in order to break the tie.
9. Contestants/Competitors are required to wear plain white polo shirts/any white collared blouses during
the competition.

19. Pop Solo

1. The contestant shall sing straight published Original Pilipino Music (OPM) songs in any language
(prepare translations as needed). Rearrangement or revival of an OPM song is allowed.
Revival or adaptations from foreign compositions is disallowed.
2. Singing shall be accompanied by a minus one. Multiplex, karaoke/videoke, and live
accompaniment shall not be allowed. Soft/electronic copy (MP3/MP4 format) shall be
provided to the host institution prior to the contests for compilation.
3. Delivery of each piece is for 3-7 minutes.
4. Judges’ scores shall revert to zero in the succeeding rounds. Judges’ decision is final and
irrevocable.
5. Criteria for judging are as follows.

CRITERIA %
Tone quality (Vocal Technique/Intonation) 45
Musicianship (dynamic nuances, interpretation, intonation, diction) 45
Deportment 10
Total 100

20. Contemporary
Dance
1. The contest piece must be at least four (4) minutes but not more than five (5) minutes.
2. A maximum of ten (10) and a minimum of six (6) dancers are allowed to participate.
3. The dance piece should be an original choreography in contemporary Form, it should not copy any
movement found in any media source. An affidavit must be secured on the originality of the
choreography to be submitted to the organizers.
4. Soft ballet shoes or pointe shoes may be worn (optional)
5. Sets are not allowed (e.g. risers, back drop, tables, etc.). Hand props may be used (e.g. stick, fan,
ring, umbrella, etc.). Bamboo, wood, steel or plastic pole may be used but must not be more than 3
meters long.

The following are strictly not allowed in the performance:

a.) The use of real fighting armor (e.g. sword, knife, guns, arrow, spears, etc…)
b) The use of any form of liquid (e.g. blood, oil, water, etc.) c.)
The use of fire, candles and any pyrotechnic materials. d.)
The use of confetti either drop or bomb.
e.) Breaking of glass, pots, etc…
f.) Audio visual presentation or screen projection. g.)
Body paint
 6. Costume must be appropriate to the concept of the dance. Skin toned cycling, leggings, or leotard
are allowed. Nudity or topless for both male and female is strictly prohibited.
7. Obscene choreography/indecent movements and killing of animals are strictly prohibited. Tossing
will not be allowed.
8. A close door preliminary screening of dance moves will be done day before the contest.
9. A workshop will be done for the modern contemporary.
10. This competition will have 5 members of the board of judges.
11. Deliberation of the results between the board of judges will be done prior to the
announcement of winners.
12. Violation of any of these contest guidelines will result to disqualification of the participating group.
13. The decision of the board of judges is final and irrevocable.

Criteria for judging:

CRITERIA %
Choreography/composition 40
Theme and Variation
Structure
Organization of Movement
Use of Movement Space
Performance/ Artistry 20
Expression
Characterization
Concept 20
Ideas
Content
Technique 20
Movement Skills
Precision of Movement
Synchronization and Coordination
Clarity of Movement and Lines
Timing
Total 100
21. STREET DANCE

The Street Dance is a fusion of dance disciplines and cultural interpretations from around the
country. The dance routine incorporates the look, music, attitude, posture and street dance style. The
most real routine showcase is a variety of hip hop dance styles, signature moves and choreography
conveying the character and energy of the street.

Specific Guidelines:

1. Groups are permitted to mix and bring music of their choice on a standard CD.
2. The Routine must be performed, in its entirety to the music selected, prepared and submitted by the
group.
3. The contest piece must be three (3) minutes but not more than five (5) minutes
4. A maximum of ten (10) and a minimum of six (6) dancers are allowed to participate.
5. Groups should include in their performance a broad selection of street dance styles (locking, popping,
bboying/bgurling (breaking), watching/punking, vogueing, house dance, party dances or club –
popular or trendy dances- hip hop dance/choreography, krumping, steeping/gumboots,
dancehall) without excessive use of the same move or pattern. A varied range of styles should be
shown in the choreography of arm, leg and body movement. No body drop is allowed and all lifting
should be supported.
6. Attire may include accessories such hats, caps, gloves, scarves, jewelries, etc. Removing pieces of
clothing during the performance is allowed provided it is not offensive or out of character. Appropriate
clothing should be observed in the competition.
7. Any move where the competitors’ weight is solely on the neck/ head i.e. head spins, head
stands,tumbling and tossing, etc. is not allowed.
8. Lifting is allowed up to the second level.
9. Music should not contain obscene lyrics or words.
10. Performers should not wear any identifying marks of their region.
11. A closed door preliminary screening/assessment will be done a day before the contest proper.
12. A violation of any of the ground rules will be subjected to disqualification.
13. Deliberation of the members of the board of judges will be done prior to the announcement of
winners.
14. Decision of the board of judges is final and irrevocable.
Criteria for Judging:

CRITERIA %
 Performance 50
Creativity 10
Staging, Spacing, Formations, and Level Changes 10
Showmanship: Intensity, Confidence, Projection and Presence 10
Street Presence/ Attire 10
Entertainment Value/ Audience Appeal 10
Skill 50
Musicality 10
Synchronization/Timing 10
Execution / Controlled Mobility and Stabilization 10
Difficulty of Execution of Authentic Street Dance Styles 10
Variety of Street Dance Styles 10
Total 100

Mr. and Ms. CHMSU 2022

GUIDELINES AND CRITERIA:

1. The search is open to all departments.

2. Each department will send only one (1) male and one (1) female contestant to compete.
3. Each candidate must submit a duly signed certification certifying that he or she:
a. Is a bona fide student of the institution
b. Is of good moral character – who is single, not in a live-in relationship and must not
have sired any child.
c. Is at least sixteen (16) and not more than twenty-five (25) years of age
on the day of the competition. No height requirement as long as the candidate is
willing to represent the department/college.
4. The competition night will be held at the Quadrangle.
5. The management of the pageant will be handled by the event chairpersons and to be
assisted by the USG officers.
6. The competition will be divided into six (4) categories:
a. Production Number (White Top and Jeans)
b. School Uniform
c. Formal Wear
d. Question and Answer

8. For the Production Number, candidates shall wear White Top (any white top) and Jeans in
bottom.

9. For the School Uniform Competition, female and male candidates will wear the prescribed
school uniform of the University.

10. For the Formal wear competition, female candidates will wear appropriate long gowns, and
male candidates will wear appropriate tuxedo (coat & tie) suits. (White suits and gowns are strictly
prohibited).

11. For the Question-and-Answer portion

a. The ability to answer questions will be based on the depth, meaning and substance of the
answer given by the candidate
b. The candidates may respond to the question in English or Filipino.
c. The questions shall come from the judge picked by the candidate.
13. The event organizers and committee will announce the photoshoot and schedule of practice
through their respective group chats.

Concept during the photoshoot:

A. Female – mother nature/ mother earth
B. Male – Earth Warrior
14. The following criteria will be used throughout the event:

SPECIAL EVENTS CRITERIA FOR JUDGING

School Uniform Competition & Formal Wear
Criteria %
Poise and personal bearing 20
Projection of womanhood and manhood. 20
Appropriateness of the attire (color/cut of the fabric and accessories worn 30
must suit the individual).
Stage deportment 20
Overall impact 10
Total 100
Production Number
Criteria %
Poise and personal bearing 20
Mastery 30
Creativity and Uniqueness of the Attire 40
Stage deportment 10
Total 100

FINAL ROUND (Q&A)

Criteria %
Beauty of the Face and Figure 30
Ability to Answer the Final Question (Delivery and Intelligence) 70
Total 100

15. The above-cited criteria will be the basis in determining the 4th, 3rd, 2nd, 1st Runner up, and
Mr. and Ms CHMSU 2022.
16. Determination of winners will be based on a ranking system. In case where a tie occurs,
deliberation between the members of the board of judges will be done to break the tie.
17. Candidates and coaches who violate rules, regulations and guidelines of the competition
will be declared as non-competing candidates subject to the approval of the majority of
the Pageant Organizers.
18. The decision of the board of judges is final and irrevocable.