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CREATIVE ARTS CONTESTS

Modern Myth, Poetry, Theme

Talk to Ms. Ashcraft or Mr. Dean for ideas.

Modern Myth

 
The Modern Myth must be either an original myth to explain the existence of some phenomenon in nature or a classical myth in a modern setting, which should be clearly recognizable from the plot. The writer should be careful not to contradict existing myths. New characters and/or adventures may be invented, but no tampering with basic and traditional mythology should occur. The myth should be no longer than 1000 words and no shorter than 500 words. Myths which have over 1000 words or fewer than 500 words will have points deducted from the total score on the basis of one point per 100 words, with a maximum of 10.

Entries must be typed and double-spaced. Four copies of the entry should be submitted along with one Pre-Convention Contest Registration Form found in the Convention registration packet or via the web site if such options are available. The title only should appear at the top of each copy of the entry. The myths become the sole property of the OJCL and cannot be returned. If there are at least 30 entries, the contest will be divided into upper and lower levels at an appropriate point. The winning myths of both levels will be published in the Torch.

 
Judging Criteria:

  • classical allusion/reference

  • originality/creativity

  • theme (central idea or purpose)

  • style (tone, coherence, etc.)

  • mechanics (accuracy in usage, grammar, spelling)

  • overall effect

  • 10 points

  • 10 points

  • 10 points

  • 10 points

  • 10 points

  • 10 points
Poetry

 
An original poem written in English, based on a classical theme, not necessarily the Convention theme. Poems may be in free verse (without rhyme or regular meter). They must not exceed fifty lines. One point will be deducted for every line beyond 50 lines, with a maximum of 10. Four typed, double-spaced copies of the entry should be submitted along with one Pre-Convention Contest Registration Form found in the Convention registration packet. The title only should appear at the top of each copy of the entry. The poems become the sole property of the OJCL and cannot be returned. If there are at least 30 entries, the contest will be divided into upper and lower levels at an appropriate point. The winning poems of both levels will be published in the Torch.

 
Judging Criteria:

  • use of language (poetic expression)

  • development of theme

  • originality (including of form) 

  • classical theme

  • overall effect
  • 10 points
  • 10 points
  • 10 points
  • 10 points
  • 10 points

 

Theme

 
A Classics-related quote or idea that may be considered for next year's OJCL Convention theme. Each entry should be submitted on a 3x5 index card, with the theme on the front and the delegate's name and school on the reverse side. The Executive Board will judge the entries. If the Board members find none of the entries acceptable, then they have the option of choosing an appropriate theme. Classical quotes should include citation of the author and work, as well as a translation. No sweepstakes points are awarded for this contest.