Camino Real Council of the International Reading Association
proudly presents
English Expo XXVII
Registration Information: to be sent electronically!
Date: Saturday, February 27, 2016
Place: La Cueva High School - 7801 Wilshire NE Albuquerque, NM
(between Wyoming and Wilshire, north of Paseo del Norte)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 12, 2016
$10 per student for regular registration
LATE REGISTRATION DEADLINE:(e-mail no later than February 17, 2016)
$13 per student for late registration
Divisions: Junior (Grades 6-7-8) Senior (Grades 9-10-11-12)
For general questions, please contact English Expo Chair, Dianna Valdez, at (505) 898-3587 or .
NOTE--NO LITERATURE CONTESTS THIS YEAR
22 Other Fabulous Contests in which all students can excel!
See contest descriptions in the ARTS, WRITING, GRAMMAR and SPEAKING.
School Challenges: School teams sign up at registration to win a $50 prize for your school: Compete in a POETRY SLAM or the SPELLING BEE! Time and space are limited and on a first-come/first-served basis. or
attend a special presentation,or cheer on the Speaking Finals competitors.
Registration must be sent electronically to Pam Wheeldon and Jeannette Vigil.
Send registrations to: Jeannette Vigil,
Send payment as PO with PO# / R# or check to: Pam Wheeldon
1032 Dakota St SE
Albuquerque, NM 87108-4922
For questions e-mail address:
Brochure available in Word format at
Click on ->Welcome->NMIRA Organization->Local Councils-> Camino Real-> English Expo
or
English Expo Student Contest Descriptions
A.Posters: Displayed and explained on-site, but prepared in advance. Poster must promote some aspect of English language arts and can be no larger than 3’ x 4’. The student explains his/her poster to a judge. The oral presentation is part of the final score. Explanations may not exceed one minute. This contest is held during Round I, and the entrant MUST be present to explain the work. DO NOT SIGN UP FOR ANY OTHER CONTEST IN ROUND I.
B.Book Cover: Displayed and explained on-site, but prepared in advance. Students design a book cover for one of the ten titles on this year’s substitute book list. Students must read or research the book. The total book cover cannot exceed 8- 1/2” x 14” in size. Covers developed by computer graphics must be drawn with graphics software, not scanned as a copy. At Expo, students explain their covers to a judge in one minute or less. The explanation is part of the score. This contest is held during Round II, and the entrant MUST be present to compete. DO NOT SIGN UP FOR ANY OTHER CONTEST IN ROUND II.
C.Literature: Multiple choice test based on the appropriate division’s reading list of the ten books for this year’s competition. Essays may be used as tie-breakers.
D.Business Letters: Students write a business letter(s) from information provided. Standard business letter format is used. Judges will look for consistency in format.
E.Social Notes: Students write at least two different social note(s) from information provided. Possible types include a thank you, sympathy note, invitation, letter of acceptance, etc.
F.Poetry: From a prompt, which may be music, video, art, or other stimulus, students write at least eight lines of verse.
G.Prose: Students write a descriptive paragraph, a character sketch, or a persuasive essay from given information.
H.Personal Narrative: From several prompts, students choose one and write about a personal experience.
I,Short Story- Fantasy: Students write a short story in the fantasy genre using a given set of characters, setting, and conflict.
J.Short Story- Teen Life: Students write a short story in the teen life genre using a given set of characters, setting, and conflict.
K.Team Dialogue Writing: From a given situation, students write dialogue to complete a story in play-type format. Different scenarios are provided. Students write in teams of two for this event. It is important that advisors indicate on the registration form which students are paired, so that they may be placed in the same room for competition.
L.Technical Writing: From a given set of scientific and/or technical facts, students write a piece of prose, which incorporates the necessary details in a clear, concise manner.
M.Listening: Multiple choice test over three to five different oral selections, which may include a television tape of a newscast, storytelling, poetry, instructions, etc. No note-taking is allowed.
N.Proofreading: Multiple choice test over grammar, punctuation, parts of speech, spelling, editing, capitalization, analogies, synonyms, antonyms, and other techniques for demonstrating knowledge.
O.Vocabulary: Multiple choice test over vocabulary words both in context and in isolation. The test may include analogies, synonyms, antonyms, and other techniques for demonstrating knowledge.
STUDENTS CANNOT PARTICIPATE IN 2 SPEAKING FINALS.THEREFORE, A STUDENT CAN COMPETE IN ONLY 1 SPEAKING CONTEST IN CASE S/HE PLACES FOR THE
P.Storytelling- Original: Students tell original stories which they have created to a judge(s) in the room. Stories may not exceed five minutes in length. No costumes, props, set, make-up, or furniture, except a single chair, may be used in telling the story. While words from other cultures may be used, the majority of the story must be told in English. . Students can only participate in ONE speaking contest.
Q.Storytelling- Traditional: Students tell traditional stories which they have learned to a judge(s) in the room. Stories may not exceed five minutes in length. No costumes, props, set, make-up, or furniture, except a single chair, may be used in telling the story. While words from other cultures may be used, the majority of the story must be told in English. Students can only participate in ONE speaking contest.
R.Informative Speaking: Students present original speeches of no longer than five minutes on a topic prepared in advance. Students are to incorporate visual aids (posters, easels, non-living objects, etc.) into their speeches. Computers and other electronic aids are not permitted. Notes are limited to one 3” x 5” index card. Students can only participate in ONE speaking contest.
S.Declamation: Students memorize and deliver a speech given originally by a public figure at a public occasion. Minimum time: two minutes and maximum time: five minutes. Students can only participate in ONE speaking contest.
T.Poetry Recitation: Students memorize and orally deliver published poems by recognized poets. Poems may be either narrative or lyric. Several poems may be combined if an introduction presents the theme. Students may NOT recite their own, original poetry. Minimum time: two minutes and maximum time: five minutes . Students can only participate in ONE speaking contest.
U.Children’s Book: Prepared in advance, students write an original book designed for children in primary or elementary grades. Art and copy must be the student’s original work. The book must be a minimum of six pages and a maximum of twenty pages. The student explains his/her book to a judge. Explanations should not exceed two minutes. This contest will take place in Round I, and students MUST be present to participate. DO NOT SIGN UP FOR ANY OTHER CONTEST IN ROUND I.
V.Photographic Essay: Prepared in advance, students mount three to five related pictures (color or blank and white) on a poster not to exceed 3’ x 4’. In addition, the student must write up to 100 words describing the photos, expressing creativity, or otherwise enhancing the photos for the judge’s view. The student will explain his/her photos and writing to a judge. Explanations should not exceed two minutes. This contest will take place in Round II, and students MUST be present to participate. DO NOT SIGN UP FOR ANY OTHER CONTEST IN ROUND II.
W.Written Presentation: Prepared in advance, students create and mount three of the same one-page sample on a poster not to exceed 3’ x 4’. The content of the sample need not be original, but must be complete within the one-page limit. One sample in manuscript print (with lines) (D’Nealian or Zaner Bloser), one in cursive writing (with lines) (D’Nealian or Zaner Bloser), and one in Blackletter style calligraphy (without lines). Sample alphabets are available in the Expo Guide Booklet and on the website All must be original and personally created without electronic support or enhancement. In addition, the student must write up to 100 words expressing which form best suits the sample writing. Students create 3 sample pieces (provided for participants) during the contest time. Participants must bring at least 2 chisel-nib medium or fine width felt tip pens. This contest will take place in Round II, and students MUST be present to participate. DO NOT SIGN UP FOR ANY OTHER CONTEST IN ROUND II.
X.Shakespearean Monologue: This contest requires students to memorize speech(es) from a single character in a play by Shakespeare . State name of play, act number, scene number, and line numbers, and present a copy of speech to one judge. Judging is on memorization and pace; developing role into a distinct, believable character; understanding the emotional and intellectual context of the piece; scene honesty and believability; blocking; projection; enunciation; preparation; and effectiveness of the scene. Presentations must between one and a half minutes and five minutes long and be 40 lines or more from the play. Scenes from more than one speech must be indicated both during the speech and on the paper. Students can only participate in ONE speaking contest.
Schedule
7:45-8:25Registration and exhibits
8:30-9:15Judges/Monitor Meeting – students in the gym; adults in Lecture Hall
8:45-9:15Welcome Assembly - General Session for students
9:15-9:30Break to Contests
9:30-10:30Contest Sessions Round 1
10:30-10:45 Break
10:45-11:45Contest Sessions Round II
11:00-1:00Judge, Monitor, Volunteer Lunch - staggered as needed, exhibits
11:45-12:30Students’ Lunch ---Bring-a-Book Exchange *, exhibits
12:30-1:45Speaking Finals
12:45-1:45Special Activities –School Challenges: Spelling Bee, or the Poetry Slam; Non-school challenges: visit the vendors or attend the Speaking Finals
2:00-3:00Awards Ceremony
* Students are encouraged to bring a new-looking book to exchange for another. There will be some “start up” choices on hand.
NOTE: Because of the lateness with English Expo registration, this list is ONLY for purposes of use by Book Cover or Poster contests.
These are popular titles that were formerly used for Expo Contests.
2016 Substitute Book List
Junior Division
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain
The Giver by Lois Lowry
Island of the Blue Dolphin by Scott O’Dell
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
Maniac McGee by Jerry Spinelli
A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L’Engle
Senior Division
Bless Me Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya
Listening Woman by Tony Hillerman
The Prince & the Pauper By Mark Twain
Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane
The Tragedy of Macbeth by William Shakespeare
Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte
Order Your English Expo Guidebook, 2016 Edition!
A new version of the English Expo Guidebook is available in January 2016. It contains:
• additional information for organizing school groups, other Expo activities, etc.
• complete rules for each contest
• sample rubrics for those contests which use rubrics
• sample questions for some contests
• information and rubric for the new Speaking Contest: Shakespearean Monologue
The new version of the English Expo Guidebook is a cd that costs $ 9.00 and can be ordered from Pam Wheeldon, English Expo Treasurer at 1032 Dakota St SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108-4922.
PAYABLE TO: English Expo, ORDERS MUST BE SENT BY MAIL AND PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY THE ORDER. NO PURCHASE ORDERS FOR THIS, PLEASE. When schools purchase an English Expo Guidebook 2016, personnel at the school have the rights to make copies as needed. This copyright permission is granted only to one school per book.
Many thanks to Annette Hardin, Carlsbad HS, for helping with Guidebook revisions.
Questions? Please contact Dianna Valdez at . Please allow one week for delivery.
English Expo Sponsor Teacher Registration Form
**IMPORTANT CHANGE: THIS FORM/PAGE MUST BE E-MAILED TO THE EXPO REGISTRAR
BY FEB. 17, 2016 Make and mail additional copies with payment and School registration forms to Pam Wheeldon.
Please note that this form and the student registration form must be completed and sent in for your school’s registration to be accepted. MAKE COPIES FOR YOURSELF AND FOR YOUR DISTRICT INVOICE BEFORE MAILING THESE FORMS. We do not want to have to send your school/district another invoice for your school registrations through a PO .
Mail entries to Pam Wheeldon, 1032 Dakota St SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108-4922.
AN E-MAIL CONTACT IS ESSENTIAL! No overnight mailing, please.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: ($10 per student)Postmark and e-mail no later thanFebruary 12, 2016.
LATE REGISTRATION DEADLINE: ($13 per student) Postmark or e-mailno later than February 17, 2015. .
Remember that we can only accommodate 1,000 students. When the limit is reached, registration will close and forms received after the closing will be returned. NO REGISTRATIONS ALLOWED AFTER FEB. 17, 2016.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Current membership in the New Mexico Council of the International Reading Association (NMIRA) is required for at least one chaperone/teacher. Membership is “current” if it was purchased after March 1, 2015. Membership is $20 for the year ($31 online). If a current member is not listed as one of your chaperones (not just any staff member), you will be billed for a membership fee in CRC-IRA. Please include that fee in your check or purchase order. Until a membership fee is paid or confirmed, your school’s registration will not be processed. To confirm current membership, contact Pam Wheeldon, Expo Treasurer, at (505) 255-9394 or .
School Name: / Division: Jr. (6-8) _____ Sr. (9-12) _____Please check appropriate line.
School Address: / school phone #:
fax #:
City: / State: / Zip:
Faculty Advisor/ Primary Contact Teacher: / NMIRA Member is:
Home Address: / E-Mail:
City: / State: / Zip:
Home Phone:
Confirmations and communication will come through e-mail.
Please be sure to complete these fields.
Membership in the International Reading Association is optional and separate, but highly recommended. To join IRA, please include a separate check payable to IRA along with the membership form to be found at or on the IRA website: and please indicate council # 34100 on the form. Please note that IRA membership dues vary from $24 up depending on Journals ordered, Book Club purchase, and employment status (student teacher, etc.)
*** THANK YOU FOR HELPING OUR VOLUNTEER REGISTRAR AND TREASURER ***
by staying in close communication and filling out all needed information.
English Expo Sponsor Teacher Registration Form (continued)
JUDGE/MONITOR LIST
In order to insure that there are sufficient judges and monitors for contests, each school is required to provide one judge or monitor for every five (5) students registered. All judges and monitors provided by the school are expected to stay on site during the entire event. Please list each adult’s name, address, and phone so that we can confirm their participation at English Expo. These individuals may be parents, other teachers, or community members who are willing to help during the day. They will be asked to help for 3-4 hours during the day and to attend the orientation meeting. Sign up for all contests will be available at the Tally Room. PLEASE BE SURE THAT ALL ADULT PARTICIPANTS SIGN UP FOR AT LEAST 2 SESSIONS and that NO lunches are purchased off campus during the day and then brought on campus. Students can bring their own lunches or purchase them from the concession provided by our host school.
All judges, monitors, and chaperones are served complimentary continental breakfast and lunch from Powdrell’s barbeque, as our way of saying thanks.
School: ______Please use another sheet if more than 6 adults will be attending.
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Entries must be accompanied by check or money order payable to English Expo, CRC-IRA for the TOTAL ENTRY FEE, plus CRC-IRA membership, if needed. Purchase orders will be accepted but the PO or R # must accompany the registration.
Entry fees are NONREFUNDABLE. For absent students, substitutions may be made within the same categories ONLY. Student names must be filled in on the student registration form. Please do not ask for spots to be saved. Full payment is expected even if students do not attend.
CONFIRMATION WILL BE SENT WITHIN TEN DAYS OF RECEIVING REGISTRATION FORMS. If you have not received confirmation within two weeks, please contact Jeannette Vigil 505 328-5798 or . Confirmations will include information on the program, maps, etc.
UPON ARRIVAL ON EXPO DAY,all chaperones and their students should arrive together. Check in will not be allowed without the faculty advisor. One school packet with all pertinent materials is given to the faculty advisor, whose responsibility it is to distribute the information to all of the attending teachers, chaperones, and students from their school. Registration check in will take place in the Commons at the school. Please arrange a meeting place, prior to check in. School placard signs will be available and can be picked up by the first arrival.
Students should remain with their assigned sponsor/chaperone and proceed immediately to the gym. Then, all school sponsors, chaperones, and adults should proceed to the Lecture Hall for orientation. Remember that ALL adults are expected to help with monitoring and judging Contests. Event volunteers will provide supervision for students during the Welcome Ceremony. Please inform your students that they should NOT wander through the building without a chaperone. They need to go to the gym and get seated as soon as possible.
AFTER THE AWARD CEREMONY, please arrange for someone to pick up your school bag with student work. We try to make the ceremony rewarding and meaningful. It is very disconcerting for departures before all awards have been distributed. All winners deserve their accolades. Please make arrangements to stay for the entire ceremony.
English Expo Student Registration Form
IMPORTANT CHANGE: THIS FORM/PAGE MUST BE E-MAILED TO THE EXPO REGISTRAR, JEANNETTE VIGIL, , and T REASURER, Pam Wheeldon, , BY FEB. 17, 2016