El Entorno

The Environment Fest

October 1, 2024
hosted by
Delhi Public School, Chandigarh

Under the aegis of

The Delhi Public School Society
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

 Registration for the Online events will begin on July 15, 2024 and will remain open till
July 31, 2024 at www.dpschd.com. (No preliminary round will be held for online
events)
 Registration for the ‘Preliminary Elimination Round’ for all Onsite events will also
begin on July 15, 2024 and will remain open till July 31, 2024 at www.dpschd.com.
Details for this round are given under Category 2.
 Each participating school will be represented by the number of students specified for each
event.
 Students of DPS Chandigarh will be allowed to participate but will always remain
non-competitive.
 Individual Prizes will be given to the top three rank holders after the event.
 Trophy will also be given to school for the BEST OVERALL PERFORMANCE in onsite
events.
 Any adapted content must be properly acknowledged with its source.
 For any event-related inquiries, please contact the Teacher in Charge.
CATEGORY 1 : ONLINE EVENTS

Only entries are to be sent. Students are not required to be physically present.

S.NO EVENTS
1. Local Action, Global Changes: Documentary

2. Wildlife Whispers: Comic Strip

3. Contrast in Focus: Photography Competition

4. E-Sculpt: The E- Waste Art Challenge

1. The school should designate one teacher in charge for all online events who will be
communicating with the host school in case of any query.
2. No CD / DVD are to be sent to host school (they will not be evaluated).
3. Hard copies of the entries only for specified events will be considered and evaluated.
The events for which hard copies are to be sent to the host school should have the following
details mentioned in the covering letter:
 School name
 Competition category
 Event name
 Student’s name and class
 Teacher’s name
 Principal’s name along with signature.

4. The address of the participating school and the name of the event should be clearly
mentioned on the envelope and should be sent to the following address:

The Principal
Delhi Public School
Sector-40 C
Chandigarh, Pin Code - 160036
5. Please ensure that only one entry per school should be sent for each online event.
6. Participation certificates will be given to all the participants.
7. Decision of the judges will be final and binding for all.
CATEGORY 1 - EVENT 1:
LOCAL ACTION, GLOBAL CHANGES: DOCUMENTARY

The aim is to inspire students to highlight and document the initiatives taken in their local area
or school to address environmental concerns, through a compelling documentary.

Entry: 1 per School

Participation: A team of 3 students of X-XII
Language: English
Duration: 4-5 minutes
Guidelines:
 The documentary should focus on the issue being addressed, the environmental initiative,
including its goals, implementation process, and impact.
 They can include interviews with key participants, such as project leaders, volunteers, and
community members.
 Use compelling visuals to showcase the initiative in action.
 All documentaries must be original work of the participants.
 The final documentary should have a cohesive narrative that effectively conveys the
environmental message.

Submission Format: The soft copy of the documentary should be sent in MP4 format to
documentary.elentorno@gmail.com. latest by 12.08.2024. Ensure video and audio of good quality.

Judgement Criteria:

 Relevance
 Content
 Creativity and Narrative
 Technical Quality
 Impact and Engagement

For queries, Contact: Ms Anurita Raina 9463595698

CATEGORY 1 - EVENT 2:
WILDLIFE WHISPERS: COMIC STRIP
The aim is to inculcate environmental sensibilities through green humour focusing on wildlife and
nature conservation.

Entry: 1 per School

Participation: A team of 3 students of VI to VIII
Language: English
Theme: Cry of the Wild: Voices Unheard
Guidelines:
 The participants are expected to design a comic strip on the aforesaid theme.
 The entire layout should be on an A3 sheet.
 It should have engaging characters as animals voicing out their concerns about being in
danger or extinct.
 Use vibrant colours, clear dialogues, and catchy captions to make the comic strip more
attractive and expressive.

Submission Format:

 The soft copy of the comic strip should be sent in pdf format to
comicstrip.elentorno@gmail.com latest by 12.08.2024.
 A hard copy of the document (backside duly labelled with the name of the participant, class,
and school name) is required to be sent to the host school latest by 20.08.2024.

Judgement Criteria:

 Content
 Element of humour
 Creativity/Originality
 Quality of the comic strip

For queries, Contact: Ms Sangita Ahluwalia 9876077227

CATEGORY 1 - EVENT 3:
CONTRAST IN FOCUS: PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION
The aim is to raise awareness and inspire action for environmental protection and conservation
through the power of photography.
Entry: 1 per school
Participation: A team of 2 students from classes IX and X
Theme: Water / Air / Biodiversity / Urbanization / Forests / Climate / Waste
Number of photographs to be submitted: 2
Guidelines:
 Use a digital camera. Each team must select any one theme and submit two images,
presented in pairs that evoke contrasting emotions such as hope and despair/problem and
solution.
 The pair of photographs must be accompanied by a written narrative or explanation that tells
the story behind the images and the environmental issues it represents.
 The submission must be original work created by the participants. In case of plagiarism, the
participants will be disqualified.
 Size: 12 inches x 16 inches (A3 Size) in landscape view.
 Photographs should be in high resolution with a suitable title/caption (English or Hindi)
Submission format:
 Photo Format should be JPEG or RAW.
 The softcopy should be mailed to photography.elentorno@gmail.com latest by 12.08.2024.
 The hard copy should be sent in an envelope latest by 20.08.2024 mentioning the following
details:
Title and short description of the photograph, on an A4 sheet in landscape view, Times
New Roman, Font size -28 for Title and font size 14 for the description in sentence case.
Judgement Criteria:
 Relevant interpretation of the theme
 Originality and creativity
 Caption and Narrative
 Technical quality
 Emotional Impact

For queries, contact: Ms. Mini Kurihal 7087078227

CATEGORY 1 - EVENT 4:
E-SCULPT: THE E-WASTE ART CHALLENGE
The aim is to raise awareness about the environmental impact of electronic waste and promote
responsible disposal and recycling practices. Secondly, it seeks to showcase the potential for
creative reuse by transforming discarded electronics into beautiful and meaningful artwork.
Entry: 1 team per school
Participation: A team of 3 students of VI-VIII
Language: English
Video: MP4 format and duration of the video 2 minutes
Guidelines:

 Each team is expected to create artwork using discarded e-waste. They shall repurpose these
e-waste materials to produce unique and visually striking masterpieces.
 At least 80% of the artwork must be made from electronic waste (e.g. old phones, computer
parts, wires, etc.) Additional non-electronic materials can be used but should be kept to a
minimum.
 The students must produce a 2-minute video introducing themselves without revealing the
name of their school. They should be in proper school uniform, the name of the school
should not be visible on the uniform, during the making of the video. They should narrate
in their own voice. Ensure clear and concise narration highlighting the following points.
 Title or name given to the artwork.
 Description and Images of the materials used.
 Step by step explanation of the creation process and the visuals of the final
masterpiece.
 How their creation promotes sustainability and environmental benefits.

Submission Format:

 Video in MP4 format should be sent to esculpt.elentorno@gmail.com latest by 12.08.2024.

Judgement Criteria:
 Creativity and Originality
 Craftsmanship
 Environmental message
 Use of E-waste
 Presentation

For queries, Contact: Ms Shikha Kaul 9914268976

CATEGORY 2:
PRELIMINARY ELIMINATION ROUND (ONLINE QUIZ) FOR ONSITE EVENTS

 Online Registration for the ‘Preliminary Elimination Round’ (Online Quiz) for all
Onsite events will begin on July 15, 2024, and will remain open till July 31, 2024, at
www.dpschd.com.
 Only one entry per school will be accepted. Multiple entries and participation at the time of
conduction will lead to disqualification.
 Participants should be able to provide the following details in the Google form: the name of
the principal, the name of the teacher in charge, the school's phone number, and the teacher
in charge's phone number.
 This round will consist of 20 objective / subjective questions pertaining to general
knowledge in the field of environment and the time limit will be 30 minutes only. The
selection criteria includes both speed and accuracy.
 The link for this round will be shared on www.dpschd.com at 9:45 a.m., which will remain
open for response from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. on August 5, 2024.
 Only the top 20 teams will qualify to participate for the onsite events to be held on
October 1, 2024, and they will be informed via their registered email by The DPS Society.
 DPS Chandigarh will get direct entry to Category 3 being the host school and will be the
21st school team to qualify for Category 3 - onsite events. The team shall, however, always
remain non-competitive.

For queries, contact: Ms. Punam Sharma 9417228088

CATEGORY 3:
ONSITE EVENTS (OPEN ONLY TO TOP 20 TEAMS QUALIFYING IN
CATEGORY 2)

Venue : DPS Chandigarh

Day / Date: Saturday, October 1, 2024
Reporting & Registration Time: 8.00 am to 8.30 am.
Commencement of Event: 8.45 am.

S.NO EVENTS

1 Canvas to Cause: Folk Art Expressions

2 Solutions Spectrum: Evaluating Perspectives

3 Nature's Marionettes: Puppetry Tales for a Sustainable World

4 Planet Innovate: Integrating Tech and Nature Exhibition

5 Elegancia Elemental: Fashion Show

1. All participants must report at 8:00 a.m. for registration.

2. The teacher in charge must carry a complete list of participants, stamped by the principal
(without which no change of names will be entertained). The names should be filled out in
CAPITAL LETTERS only.
3. All students must be in their school uniform and must carry valid school identity cards.
4. All the events will run parallel to each other. Please ensure that no student is registered
for multiple events.
5. A maximum of two teachers to accompany. In case of male participants, it is
mandatory for the school to send a male teacher with the team.
6. Please ensure that only one entry per school is sent for each category.
7. Participation certificates will be given to all the participants.
8. Decision of the judges will be final and binding for all.
9. DPS Chandigarh will participate in the events but will always remain non-competitive.
10. The event followed by the Valedictory Function and Lunch is scheduled to get over by
2:30 p.m. The teams that wish to depart after the event may make travel arrangements
accordingly.
CATEGORY 3 - EVENT 1:
CANVAS TO CAUSE: FOLK ART EXPRESSIONS

The aim is to celebrate and promote the beauty of nature through the vibrant and traditional medium
of folk art, fostering creativity and artistic expression among participants.
Entry: 1 per school
Participation: A team of 2 students from classes IX- X
Time Limit: 2 hours
Theme: Nature in Harmony

Guidelines:

 Participants will creatively depict the given theme using traditional Indian folk-art styles on
an umbrella.
 The umbrella will be provided by the host school.
 The acrylic paints and paint brushes should be brought by the participants.
 Upon completion, participants will present their artwork accompanied by a jingle/poem.
 Following each presentation, there will be a Question/Answer round.
 The final product will be the property of the host school.

Judgement Criteria:

 Relevance to the theme

 Creativity and Originality
 Artistic Skill
 Overall Presentation
 Message clarity

For queries, Contact: Ivneet Sabarwal 9915008523

CATEGORY 3 - EVENT 2 :
SOLUTIONS SPECTRUM: EVALUATING PERSPECTIVES

The aim is to welcome groundbreaking ideas from participants to reshape the world for the better.
This platform invites students to express their solutions and limitations for addressing
environmental challenges. Participants will research on diverse topics, including climate change,
biodiversity loss, pollution, sustainable development, and more.

Entry: 1 per school

Participation: A team of 2 students from classes XI and XII

Time Limit:

 Preparation time- 1 hr.

 Presentation time- 2 -3 min. (The first bell will ring at the 2-minute mark.)
Guidelines:

 Each team will be allotted an issue related to environment. They will research the
environmental challenge, identify and analyse pros and cons, gather relevant data and
examples. The use of laptop and internet will be permitted.
 The problem statements would be disclosed at a specific time through a draw of lots, when
the actual event would commence.
 They should propose concrete actions, policies, and strategies to mitigate environmental
challenges and promote sustainability.
 Each team will prepare the PowerPoint presentation to present the designated agenda.
 Following each presentation, there will be a question and answer round.
Judgement Criteria:

 Content Quality
 Presentation
 Innovation and creativity
 Feasibility and Practicality
 Question and Answer Round
For queries, contact: Ms Reema Narula 9968710454
CATEGORY 3 - EVENT 3 :
NATURE'S MARIONETTES : PUPPETRY TALES FOR
A SUSTAINABLE WORLD

The aim is to promote environmental awareness and inspire positive change through creative
storytelling and puppetry.
Entry- 1 per school
Participation- A team of 2 students from IX and X
Time limit- 3 minutes
Language- English/Hindi /Bilingual
Topic- 5 R’s of Environment (Select any 1)

Guidelines:
 Participants are supposed to create storytelling performances themed around one of the 5
R’s of environment (Refuse/Reduce/Reuse/Repurpose/Recycle). They must give a catchy
name to their story.
 Participants must integrate puppetry into their story telling performances to convey the
importance of environmental awareness, showcase the impact of human actions, propose
solutions, or inspire positive change.
 Puppets made from eco-friendly material should be used.
 Participants can incorporate a jingle/ tag line to enhance the narrative.

Judgement Criteria :
 Relevance to the theme
 Content
 Creativity/Innovation
 Integration of puppetry
 Overall presentation & Impact

For queries, contact: Ms Tanika Thakur 8568064507

CATEGORY 3 - EVENT 4 :
PLANET INNOVATE: INTEGRATING TECH AND NATURE (EXHIBITION)

The event aims to provide an opportunity to students to investigate real-world environmental

challenges, deepen their understanding of science and technology, and apply scientific concepts to
find solutions.

Sub-themes:

 Health, Nutrition, and Cleanliness

 Natural Resources
 Industrial Revolution
 Transport and Communication
Guidelines:

 Each school may submit one model, with participation from 2 students from grades IX-XII.
 The exhibit's dimensions must not exceed 3 feet by 3 feet.
 Include a suitable article, write-up and caption for your exhibit.
 Provide 2 standard-sized charts to accompany your exhibit.
 Models can be either working or non-working.
 Select and mention one sub-theme under the title of your model.
 If your exhibit requires an electric point, inform us in advance.
 There will be a question and answer session, which will be part of the judging criteria.

Judgement Criteria:
 Innovation
 Creativity
 Relevance with sub-theme
 Display and Presentation
 Question and Answer round

For queries, contact: Ms Shalini Setia 9888996087

CATEGORY 3 - EVENT 5 :
ELEGANCIA ELEMENTAL : FASHION SHOW

Incorporating the five elements of earth and using sustainable materials into fashion designing can
add depth and meaning to the creative process. By drawing inspiration from the stability of earth,
the adaptability of water, the passion of fire, the clarity of air, and the interconnectedness of spirit,
designers can create garments that not only look beautiful but also carry a deeper message.

Entry: 1 per school

Participation: A team of 2 students (one designer and one model) from classes IX to XII

Guidelines:

ROUND 1 - Costume Couture

● Students are required to bring along a base outfit made from material such as cotton, linen,
or jute.
● Choose one of the elements of Earth to represent in your dress, ensuring that the
design clearly reflects the chosen element.
● Two hours will be given to the students for decorating their base outfit and dressing up. The
base outfit will be accentuated and designed on-site only using eco-friendly materials,
brought by the participating team. Any pre-accessorised outfit will lead to disqualification
of the team.
● Models will participate in a runway show to showcase their unique designs, including both
dresses and headgear, and present them on stage during the fashion event.
● The students will be evaluated based on their confidence, skill, and execution of their
designs. The top-performing teams will then be selected to the next round of the
competition.
● During the ramp walk, the model students will wear their creations and present them on
stage.
● Students will be judged on their craftsmanship and execution. The top-performing teams
will advance to the next round.

ROUND 2 - Presentación
Each qualifying team's designer student will have one minute to present their idea. They will be
evaluated on their material choices, sourcing & sustainability, how effectively they convey their
message through the chosen element, and their confidence. The top-performing teams will advance
to the final round.
ROUND 3 - El Cerebro
The top-performing five teams will then proceed to a brainstorming round in which the students
will be judged based on their promptness and relevance of response to the questions by judges. This
round will be open to both the participants (designer and model) of the qualifying teams.

For queries, contact: Ms. Parul Singhal 8837777968