Creative Digital Arts
Always refer to the CDA Page & STLP SUPER SHEET �for up to date and complete information.
All rubrics and descriptions are copied and pasted from the Super Sheet.�
Examples on Slides are all credited in the Speaker Notes and taken directly from the STLP State Champion Page. View more Exemplars
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Notes for Coordinators�
Individual
3D Design
2 entries per school
Students create a 3D model/design of an existing object or an original creation using digital tools. Products must be submitted as a screen capture that shows
all aspects of the design.
Tools to Try:
3D Creation:
Screencast Creation:
Screencastify
Canva
Credits in Speaker Notes
Book Cover
2 entries per school
Imagine a new book cover for your favorite book. Students can use digital photography, image manipulation tools, or digital art as the basis for this product. Tools to Try:
Credits in Speaker Notes
Digital Element Design
2 entries per school
Students create original digital designs using elements that incorporate graphic design principles infused with digital elements such as motion, interactivity, or looping graphics
Tools to Try:
PowerPoint
Apple - Keynote
Illustrator
Credits in Speaker Notes
Digital Illustration
2 entries per school
Look for creative students who produce digital art for projects, web sites, materials, etc. All original Digital Art work has no clip art or images from any other source.
Tools to Try - Chromebook:
SketchPad, Kleki, SumoPaint, Chrome Canvas, Tutorial For SketchPad, Adobe Drawing
Tools to Try - PC Only:
Gimp, Photoshop CC, Sketchbook by Autodesk
Apps:
Adobe Fresco (free and premium)
MediaBang Paint (Great for Magna)
Procreate ($9)
Credits in Speaker Notes
Digital Music Composition
2 entries per school�
Create original digital music piece using available software. Review rubric for details about how to properly document the type of music being produced. �Rock on!
Tools to Try -Chromebook:
Soundtrap (license needed)
PC:
Audacity
Apps:
Garage Band
Note: Check with your band, orchestra, and choir teachers! They may already have composition or other software that would be beneficial.
Credits in Speaker Notes
Digital Music Manipulation
2 entries per school�
Create original digital music piece by using loops/samples of other music. Review rubric for details about how to properly document the type of music being produced. Rock on!
Tools to Try - Chromebook:
Soundtrap (license needed)
PC:
Audacity
Apps:
Garage Band
Note: Check with your band, orchestra, and choir teachers! They may already have composition or other software that would be beneficial.
Credits in Speaker Notes
Digital Photo Essay
2 entries per school
Students will tell a complete story using only original photographs they have taken. Photo essays will utilize between 5 and 10 original photos to tell an impactful story.
Tools to Try - Chromebook:
Adobe Express �Google Slides
Credits in Speaker Notes
Digital Photograph
2 entries per school
Enter original photos that utilize composition, framing, and feel without over dependence upon software enhancement (filters, effects, etc.)
Credits in Speaker Notes
Digital Storytelling
Click on images for examples
2 entries per school�
Use digital tools in any combination of music, sound effects, images, text, narrations and more to present a digital telling of their own original story.
Tools to Try - Chromebook:
Cloud Stop Motion (Extension),
BookCreator (Teacher-40 Free Books),
Flipsnack, Google Slides, Pixton,
Scratch, StoryboardThat, Canva
*Note:
You can use Screencastify to screen record.
All FCPS students have a premium account.
Credits in Speaker Notes
Infographic
click on images for full examples
2 entries per school
Infographics are visually stimulating ways to present data/information in a simplified and understandable manner. Create design elements such as charts, graphs, maps, etc.
Tools to Try - Chromebook:
Credits in Speaker Notes
LOGO Design
2 entries per school
Software is used to create and combine symbols, images and/or words to create a visual representation of ideas and messages. All aspects of the content should be original.
Tools to Try - Chromebook:
Credits in Speaker Notes
Manipulated Image
2 entries per school
Take one or more original images and combines them, change them, add/remove items, etc., in order to create a totally new original image.
Tools to Try - Chromebook:
Chrome Canvas, Pixel Art (use without login),
PC Only:
ArtRage (license required-FCPS discount)
Gimp, Photoshop CC
Apps:
Adobe Fresco (free and premium)
MediaBang Paint (Great for Magna)
Procreate ($9)
Credits in Speaker Notes
Multimedia Mashup
2 entries per school
Use digital tools to create original content by combining at least three of the following media types: animation, audio, design software, images, interactive device, text, and video.
Tools to Try - Chromebook:
Google Earth Projects
WeVideo
Google Slides
Adobe Express
ThingLink
Click on images for examples.
Credits in Speaker Notes
Screen Capture Tutorial
Click on images for examples.
2 entries per school
Screen capture tutorials are short multimedia products (under 2 minutes) that utilize screen recording tools to actively teach a skill or process as it occurs on the narrator’s device.
Tools to Try - Chromebook:
Screencastify (FCPS has premium)
WeVideo
Built in Chromebook Recorder
Apps:
Educreations
Show Me �Interactive Whiteboard
Credits in Speaker Notes
Team
Animation
2 entries per school
Using digital tools, students produced original animated shorts (can be stop motion, motion graphics, etc.)
Chromebook Compatible:
Stop Motion Animator
Cloud Stop Motion�Google Slides
PC:
Apps:
iMotion HD
Stop Motion Studio
Click on images to open examples
Augmented Reality
1 entry per school
Using digital tools, student teams create projects in the augmented reality domain that can be useful for school, home, and/or community. Chromebook Compatible:
PC:
Adobe Aero (part of Adobe Suite)
Apps:
Adobe Aero (part of Adobe Suite)
Click on images to open examples
Data for Action *New*
1 entry per school
Stage 1: DPOJ entry
(1) explore data available to find an area of interest,
(2) analyze the data – what story does the data tell and how can the data be used to drive change,
(3) create and submit a digital product visualizing the data project and findings.
STAGE 2: State Championship
(4) teams that are selected will come to STLP State to present on the data project and findings including specific recommendations for action items based on this work and how the work can be shared to drive change.
Chromebook Compatible:
Sheets, Excel, PowerPoint, Slides, Canva, Adobe Express
Documentary
Click on images for examples
2 entries per school
Entries tell stories about a person, event, or a place from recent or past history. It may include some still images or other media but the majority should be motion footage.
Chromebook Compatible:
WeVideo
Adobe Express
Adobe Rush
ePublishing
Click on images to open examples
2 entries per school
Students publish digital materials. Provide a URL link to a strong sample of how students are making publications for learning.
Chromebook Compatible:
Book Creator (Free up to 40 books)
Google Slides & Screencastify
Feature Video
Click on images for examples
2 entries per school
A Feature Video is a short piece used to inform or entertain the audience about a specific topic (of your choice).
Chromebook Compatible:
Adobe Spark Video (Free)
WeVideo ($299 for 30 Licenses)
Kentucky Travel: Bluegrass Bites: A Tasty Travel
New Theme!
Examples from last year. Please follow this year’s rubric. Click to view.
1 entry per school
Embark on a culinary adventure in your local area and showcase your favorite restaurant! Capture the flavors, stories, and people that make your chosen eatery unique. Share your mouth-watering journey and help us celebrate the diverse and delicious dining experiences across the Bluegrass State.
Chromebook Compatible:
Canva Video
WeVideo ($299 for 30 Licenses)
PC Only:
Apps:
iMovie, Canva, Adobe Express
Media Literacy Awareness
1 entry per school
Students produce a collection of at least 3 samples of media used to promote peer/community awareness and identification of misinformation, disinformation, and malinformation
Click on images to open examples
Minecraft - New Theme!
Click on images for examples from a 2024 LitCraft prompt.
1 entry per school
2025 Theme: Minecraft Explorers: Kentucky's Natural Wonders��Teams follow the prompt and submit a video capture of their Minecraft build (and process document explaining their build). Submit link to video by CDA deadline. Chromebook Compatible
Students can use Screencastify (already installed for FCPS students), Canva or another tool to capture their build and thoughts.
New to Minecraft?
Newscast *New*
1 entry per school
If your school has a news program, let us know more about it. Sign up and show off your news show prowess!
Round 1: CDA �Round 2: State Challenge
Chromebook Compatible Tools:
WeVideo
Canva Video
Adobe Video
iMovie
And so many more!
PSA Video
Click on images for examples.
2 entries per school
The Public Service Announcement (PSA) video should market a product or idea and be persuasive. It meets the precise time limit of 15, 30, or 60 seconds (including credits)
Chromebook Compatible:
Adobe Spark Video (Free)
WeVideo ($299 for 30 Licenses)
Flipgrid
Apps:
iMovie
Podcast
1 entry per school
Create and share an original podcasting series using a variety of hosting options.
Chromebook Compatible Tools:
Soundtrap (license required)
Start small! Introduce one project to your students at each meeting and let them explore.
Dream big! Hand these slides over to your students and let them explore and create independently.
Most CDA categories only allow for 1-2 entries per category. Build a Google Site to house and showcase all of your students’ work. Show off every single one!
Ready to share your URL for CDA? Use your Google Drive to share the direct links.
Coordinator Ideas
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