Talent Hunt Information/Guidelines (PLEASE READ)

1. Date: April 4th, 2026
2. Location: William D. Mosley Elementary School, 1100 Husson Ave, Palatka FL
3. Time: 1-4pm: Contestants must be on site by 12pm.
4. Performance Awards
   1. First Place Award - $1,500
   2. Second Place Award - $750
   3. Third Place Award - $500
5. Contestant application and parental consent form must be submitted by March 27, 2026.
6. Participation in the Talent Hunt is open for the following forms of trained art:
   1. Music: Vocal and instrumental; classical, semi-classical, gospel, and jazz:  A printed copy of the music (score) is required for the judges to analyze.
   2. Interpretive Movement to Music: ballet, modern dance, and tap.
   3. Speech: Poetry, oration, monologue, etc.:  A printed script should be provided for the judges to analyze.
7. Basic Rules for Participation in the Talent Hunt:
   1. The participant must be a high school student in grades 9-12.
   2. Contestants who are “Home Schooled” must present verification from their school district that they are enrolled.
   3. Performance should be limited to vocal or instrumental music, dance, and dramatics for elimination.
   4. Participants will perform alone, as opposed to group participation.
   5. Selections will be limited to classical, semi-classical, gospel, and jazz music, dance, dramatics, and art.
   6. Male participants must wear a dark suit or appropriate attire (i.e. No T-shirts, jeans, sneakers, etc.).
   7. Female participants must wear appropriate attire (e.g., a formal dress or evening dress).
   8. Dance and drama participants may wear appropriate attire for their presentation.
   9. All presentations, including instrumental numbers, must be memorized, dignified, and in good taste between 5 and 6 minutes.

Photo and Image Release:

I give the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. permission to photograph, videotape or record my child and to use the photographs, videotape, film or recording in its print and electronic publications, video broadcasts, radio broadcasts or any other presentation of the images. I agree that the photographs and videotapes, including negatives, slides and prints or any other presentation of the images, are the property of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. I waive any right I may have to inspect and/or approve the finished product in which the images may be used. By signing this form, I intend to release and discharge the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. from any and all claims that I may have, and agree to hold harmless and defend the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. from liability arising from claims or litigation arising from its use of my child’s image, voice, or performance.

Waiver and Consent for Emergency Treatment:

I am aware that the activity for which I am registering my child involves limited events or field trips that will be conducted as part of this activity. In consideration of the right to participate in this activity, I waive and release any and all rights and claims for damage I may have against the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., its Board of Directors, District or local officials, members, employees and agents, for any and all injuries, if any, suffered by my child while participating in this activity. I give my consent to emergency treatment, including hospitalization as may be needed for the welfare of my child.