A MALL in the Summer Capital is initiating a lighted tradition parol design and making contest in the spirit of Christmas festivity.

Spearheaded by SM City Baguio, the contest is open to all groups of elementary and high school students with a minimum of three and maximum of five members per group. No limit on the number of groups per school.

A group can only send one entry per mall but can join as many SM malls.

All entries are allowed to be as creative and innovative in choosing their material. Entry should be within the specified size. Entries with lighting should only require batteries. SM will not provide electrical outlets. The size requirements are as follows: height: maximum 5 feet | minimum 3 feet width: maximum 4 feet | minimum 3 feet.

Materials will be care of the participating groups. SM Supermalls will provide the hanging device (bar, steel cords, etc.) and information card. The lantern should represent/reflect SM Supermalls theme “The Magic of Christmas” and showcase the beauty of lights and magical elements.

Each participating entry should submit filled up registration form of participation until November 30, 2016. Registration form should be signed and endorsed by the School Principal/Head Master. Registration form is available at SM City Baguio Admin Office.

Entries together with a professionally shot group photo should be submitted on or before November 30, 2016, 6 p.m., at the SM City Baguio Administration Office.

Judging and Grand Launch of Entries will be on December 1, at SM City Baguio. The criteria for Judging: 40 percent craftsmanship, 40 percent adherence to the theme, 20 percent over-all impact (to include likes in Facebook, Instagram and in-mall votes feedback) with a total of 100 percent.

The winner will receive P15,000 cash, second placer gets P10,000 and third placer receives P5,000. All participating groups will be given P1,000 as consolation prize.

The decision of SM shall be final and binding. A representative from DTI will be invited by SM to witness the selection of the winning entries. (PR)