Special Category Judging Criteria

To help your school’s entry be nominated for one of the Special Category awards, consider the following criteria which will be considered by the judging panel.

Best commemorative art:

  • The entry will utilise suitable media (e.g. Paint, cardboard, clay, wood, etc);
  • The original artwork may be submitted if created on paper or cardboard and is no bigger than 1 square meter;
  • If the artwork is 3D please submit a series of photos to give judges a sound understanding of its size and intricacy;
  • Each design is accompanied by a brief description of its meaning;
  • Art work is not framed (but may be laminated for protection);
  • If artwork is inspired by or reflecting upon other recognised works of art, reference to that other artwork is included; and
  • Artist and school information is included on the back of the entry.

Photographs of artworks in progress are encouraged. Only one artwork or art activity per school will be chosen to be nominated for this category.

Please note, the winning entry for this category may be considered for use on the next year’s Awards brochure.

Best veteran and community involvement:

  • One of the activities undertaken by students involves interaction with, and learning from, a local or invited veteran; and
  • The school and the wider community are involved together in commemorative activities and assisting with learning activities.

Best use of technology:

  • The entry utilises a multimedia learning application which includes the use of information technology skills (including, for example, Powerpoint, Photoshop, film making, animation)
  • The entry is formatted in a way that is able to be provided on a DVD; and
  • The completed work does not exceed 30 minutes.

Best innovative activity:

  • The entry uses innovative and creative ways to demonstrate the learning of students.

Best local history research

  • The entry uses local area veterans’ personal stories to learn about their service and history; and
  • Evidence is provided of primary source research through either local historical or personal sources and using reference materials from the National Archives of Australia or nominal rolls on the Department of Veterans’ Affairs website.

Please note, schools can draw on local war memorials or war graves for research starting points.