National Drug Facts week is observed in March to link people to the facts that shatter the myths about drug abuse. To get the facts out there, we are having a drawing/graphic design, video, and poem/spoken word contests. To get ideas and learn more, visit teen.drugabuse.gov. Look further down the page for more contest details. Once you are ready to upload your entries, register here.
Delaware 4-H National Drug Prevention Contests
Drawing/Graphic Design Contest
Scientific facts and figures don’t have to just be spoken, use your creative illustration skills to bring these words to life!
Submission requirements:
-Must be 8.5 x 11 paper
-Two key prevention facts
-Must have a specific theme
-Appropriate for age category
-Take a picture of drawing to submit
Poem/Spoken Word Contest
Express the data or emotions in a powerfully vivid and imaginative style. Voice recording is recommended but optional
Submission requirements:
-Must be appropriate length for age
-Make it well thought out and powerful
-Two key prevention facts
-Appropriate length for age category
Video Contest
Lights. Camera, Action! Be the director and film a video that features the information on drugs and alcohol.
Submission requirements:
-Length 30 seconds or less
-Two key prevention facts
-Appropriate for age category
-Grab the attention of the viewer
-Acting is encouraged!
Age categories
10-12 years old
13-15 years old
16-18 years old
Due Date
March 15, 2022
Prizes
1st place $50
2nd place $25
3rd place $15
For more information or questions, feel free to reach out to Lindsay Hughes at lgooden@udel.edu
This program is brought to you by the University of Delaware Cooperative Extension, a service of the UD College of Agriculture and Natural Resources — a land-grant institution. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. If you have special needs that need to be accommodated, please contact the office two weeks prior to the event.