Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF PASAY
MARICABAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
SAINT FRANCIS STREET, MARICABAN, PASAY CITY
Recycled Materials Contest Guidelines and Criteria
I. Objectives
• To encourage students to repurpose waste materials into functional or artistic
items creatively.
• To promote environmental awareness and sustainability by demonstrating the
value of recycling.
II. Guidelines
1. Eligibility:
o The contest is open to all students from Grade 3 to Grade 6 at
Maricaban Elementary School.
2. Theme:
o The project must align with the Science Month 2024 theme:
"Innovations and Advancements: Harnessing the Power of Science for
Sustainable Development."
3. Materials:
o Projects must be made primarily from recycled or upcycled materials
(e.g., plastic bottles, paper, metal scraps, old clothing, etc.).
o Minimal use of new or non-recycled materials is allowed (e.g., glue,
paint), but these should not constitute more than 20% of the total
project.
4. Project Requirements:
o The project can be functional (e.g., tools, household items) or artistic
(e.g., sculptures, decorative items).
o Projects should be original and must not infringe on existing designs or
intellectual property.
o The project must include a brief written explanation (100-200 words)
describing the materials used, the process of creation, and how it aligns
with the theme.
5. Size Limitations:
o The project should not exceed 3 feet in any dimension and should be
manageable by one person.
o Projects must stand alone and be displayed on a standard table.
6. Submission:
o The activity will be done inside the school and the participants will be
given an ample time of 2 hours.
o All entries must be submitted to the designated teacher or contest
coordinator by September 17.
o Participants must register their projects with the coordinator before
submission.
7. Judging:
o Projects will be judged by a panel of teachers and experts based on the
criteria outlined below.
o The decision of the judges will be final and irrevocable.
8. Prizes:
o Winners will receive certificates and prizes, which will be awarded
during the Science Month Culmination Ceremony.
III. Criteria for Judging
Criteria Description Percentage
How well the project aligns with the theme of
Relevance to Theme 30%
Science Month
Creativity and The uniqueness and innovation in the use of
30%
Originality recycled materials
Craftsmanship and The skill and effort demonstrated in
20%
Quality constructing the project
Environmental The effectiveness of the project in promoting
20%
Impact sustainability and recycling
Total: 100%
IV. Additional Notes
• All projects will be displayed during the Science Month celebration.
• The winning projects may be showcased in the school or community to
promote environmental awareness.
