06/12/2025
ATTENTION YOUTH OF BRGY TABAN!
Here is the guidelines and Criteria for Judging of Christmas Parol Making Contest. Give time to read.
CHRISTMAS PAROL MAKING CONTEST
* GUIDELINES
1. Theme
- Participants must create a Parol (Christmas Lantern) that reflects the theme:
"Traditional Filipino Christmas Spirit"
2. Eligibility
- open to all zones of Brgy Taban, especially the Youth
- every zone should have one (1) entry to promote unity, collaboration, and teamwork of the youth and all of the residents of Brgy Taban.
3. Materials
- Recycled/Eco-friendly
- At least 70% recycled or repurposed materials must be used
- Strictly no hazardous or sharp materials
4. Size Requirements
- Minimum Size: 2ft
- Maximum Size: 3ft
- Depth should not exceed 10 inches
- Must be able to stand, hang, or be displayed safely
5. Lighting
- lights should battery operated
- no open flames, candle, or unsafe wiring
- switch must be easily accessible
6. Originality
- Parol must be original and handmade
- commercially bought lanterns or kits are not allowed
- design must not copy existing commercial designs
7. Submission Rules
- Entries must be displayed in Brgy Taban Covered court on December 23, 2025 at 3:00 o'clock in the afternoon as it is to be judged at 6:00 o'clock in the evening.
- it must have a name card with:
• participant's/zone name
• Title of Parol
• Brief description (at least 1-3 sentences)
8. Display and Safety
- Parol must be sturdy enough to display
- should not contain
• fragile glass parts
• hazardous chemicals
• sharp protruding edges
9. Judging Criteria
- Creativity and Originality. 30%
- Craftsmanship and Neatness. 25%
- Relevance to theme. 20%
- Use of Materials. 15%
- Overall Impact and Aesthetic Appel. 10%
Total. 100%
10. Awards
- Best Parol / Champion - 3,500
- 1st Runner-up. - 2,500
- 2nd Runner-up. - 2,000
- Consolation Prize - 2,000
- Special Awards will receive a certificates.
11. Disqualification
- Entries will be disqualified if they:
• Submitted late
• use unsafe or prohibited materials
• are not handmade
• Contain Offensive or inappropriate elements
