ACTION SONG COMPETITION

FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS (YEAR THREE ONLY)

RULES AND GUIDELINES

1. Introduction

The Action Song Competition is held with the following objectives:

1.1 To encourage and increase the use of English Language among

the younger pupils

1.2 To build confidence and sense of ease with English Language

among the younger pupils

1.3 To develop skills of integrating scripting of music and movement

with language

1.4 To provide a platform for ‘fun and happy learning’

2. Competition Rules

2.1 Eligibility: This competition is open to Year Three pupils only from
government-aided schools.

2.2 Team: Each team should comprise 5 to 15 pupils accompanied by

2 teachers. Performers and musicians should be from these 5 to 15
team members.

2.3 Time: On-stage presentation is allocated 5 to 8 minutes. Marks will

be deducted thereafter. 2 minutes is allocated for stage
arrangements, with the teachers as stage technicians.

2.4 Theme: Choice/selection of theme is open.

2.5 Lyrics:

2.5.1 Lyrics can be original or adapted from any authentic texts.

2.5.2 Contestants are not allowed to refer to any notes or texts

during presentation.

2.5.3 Copies of the lyrics must be submitted to the organizers two

weeks prior to the competition. School name and state
should not be written on the lyrics.

2.5.4 Lyrics should not touch on sensitive issues such as race,

religion, colour, personalities, politics, etc.
 2.6 Presentation: Creativity is encouraged. Nevertheless, movements
should not exceed and overwhelm the articulation of the song
by the contestants. Miming is not allowed. Presentation should be
confined to the stage.

2.7 Background/Props: Background aids and props should be minimal.

2.8 Costume/Attire: Participants should wear appropriate and decent

attire that suits the characters they portray.

2.9 Music:

2.9.1 Use of recorded music is allowed. (Tape used should not

have voices or words.)

2.9.2 Use of musical instruments is allowed. However, musicians

must sing and perform together with the team members
during presentation.

2.10 Judges: The competition shall be judged by an odd numbered

panel of 3 or 5 judges.

2.11 Decisions:

2.11.1 The judges will be appointed by the Division of Co-

curriculum and Arts, Ministry of Education.
2.11.2 Points will be allocated according to the score sheet and
aggregated.

2.11.3 Judges will collectively determine the placing by a clear

majority vote.

2.11.4 The decision of the judges is final.

2.11.5 Individual team marks will not be disclosed.

2.12 Prizes:

2.12.1Plaques and certificates of achievement will be awarded to

the winning teams.

2.12.2 Certificates of participation will be awarded to all participating

teams.

Co-curriculum and Arts Division

Ministry of Education
 ADJUDICATION GUIDELINES

1. Marks will be awarded based on the following band:

Maximum Very Poor Poor Fair Good Excellent

5 1 2 3 4 5
15 1–3 4-6 7–9 10 - 12 13 - 15
35 1–8 9 - 16 17 - 24 25 - 30 31 - 35
45 1 – 10 11 - 18 19 - 28 29 - 36 37 - 45

2. Adjudication:

2.1 Language Proficiency (45 marks)

Marks awarded will be based on the following:

i. correct, clear and accurate pronunciation → diction

ii. clear enunciation and articulation and intonation
iii. use of correct grammar
iv. appropriate and effective choice of words
v. fluency

2.2 Delivery and Presentation (35 marks)

Marks awarded will be based on the following:

i. well coordinated and creative choreography, movements,

music
ii. rhythm, timing and tempo
iii. confident presentation
iv. variety of voice, intonation, speech, clarity
v. team cooperation and coordination

2.3 Theme (15 marks)

Marks awarded will be based on the following:

i. interesting and appealing to audience

ii. meaningful
iii. continuous, developmental in sequence, action
iv. values integrated

2.4 Costumes and Props (5 marks)

Marks awarded will be based on the following:

i. suitability
ii. creativity
 SCORE SHEET

ACTION SONG COMPETITION

FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS (YEAR THREE)
NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR __________

Language Presentatio Theme Costume Penalty

TEAM Proficienc n Props Max. Total Placing Time
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(45 m) (35 m)
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Name of Adjudicator :
Signature :

Date :

FREQUENCY COUNT

ACTION SONG COMPETITION

FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS (YEAR THREE)
NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR _________

Judge Judge Judge Judge Judge FINAL

PLACING TIME 1 2 3 4 5 PLACING
TEAM NO.

Name of Chief Adjudicator :

Signature :

Date :
 RESULT

ACTION SONG COMPETITION

FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS (YEAR THREE)
NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR __________

PLACING CONTESTANT NO./NAME SCHOOL/STATE

FIRST

SECOND

THIRD

Chief Adjudicator :

Adjudicator 1 :

Adjudicator 2 :

Adjudicator 3 :

Adjudicator 4 :

Date :
 RESULT

ACTION SONG COMPETITION

FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS (YEAR THREE)
NATIONAL LEVEL YEAR __________

PLACING CONTESTANT NO./NAME SCHOOL/STATE

FIRST

SECOND

THIRD

Chief Adjudicator :

Adjudicator 1 :

Adjudicator 2 :

Adjudicator 3 :

Adjudicator 4 :

Date :