The document outlines the rules and guidelines for an Action Song Competition held at SJK CH SG Jernang, Samarahan in Malaysia. It provides details on the competition aims, objectives, eligibility rules, presentation requirements, judging criteria, and announcement of results for both Level 1 and Level 2 categories. Key information includes that the competition aims to encourage English language use among younger pupils; teams can have 8-16 members; presentations must be 5-12 minutes; and placings are provided for the winning teams in each level.

1. SJK CH SG JERNANG, SAMARAHAN
RULES AND GUIDELINES

2. MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
MALAYSIA

3. A. RULES AND GUIDELINES
1. Aim
The Action Song Competition is held to encourage and increase the use of
English language among the younger pupils.
2. Objectives
2.1 To develop confidence and familiarity with the English language among
the younger pupils
2.2 To develop skills of integrating scripting of music and movement with
language
2.3 To provide a platform for learning in a fun and happy manner
3. Competition Rules
3.1 Eligibility: This competition is open to pupils of Level 1 only – Year 1, 2
and 3.
3.2 Team: Each team should comprise 8 to 16 pupils.
3.3 Time: On-stage presentation is 5 to 12 minutes. Marks will be
deducted thereafter.
3.3.1 Performance should be confined to the stage only.
3.3.2 The timing of the presentation starts with the first movement or
first word uttered by the singers or any sound effects.
3.4 Theme: Choice or selection of theme is open.
3.5 Lyrics:
3.5.1 Lyrics can be original or adapted from any authentic texts.
3.5.2 Contestants are not allowed to refer to any notes or texts
during presentation.
3.5.3 Lyrics should not touch on sensitive issues such as race,
religion, politics, etc.
3.6 Presentation: Creativity is encouraged. Nevertheless, movements
should not exceed and overwhelm the articulation of the song by the
contestants.
3.7 Miming is not allowed.
3.7 Props: Props should be minimal.

4. 3.8 Costume: Participants should wear appropriate costumes in line with
the characters they portray.
3.9 Music:
3.9.1 Use of recorded music is allowed (only minus-one music).
3.9.2 Use of musical instruments is allowed. However, musicians
must sing and perform together with the team members during
presentation.
3.9.3 The performance must be a continuous medley of songs
without any obvious gaps or breaks.
3.10 Judges: The competition shall be judged by a panel of 3 or 5 judges.
3.11 Decisions:
3.11.1 Points will be awarded according to the score sheet.
3.11.2 The team with the majority of votes will be declared the winner.
The decision of the judges is final.
3.11.3 Individual team marks will not be disclosed.
4. Prizes:
Plaques (or any other suitable prizes) of achievement will be awarded
to the winning teams.
Note: This concept paper is valid until further notification or revision from the Head Panel of
English Language.
Prepared by,
………………………
(Manuel Ang)
Head Panel of English
Language
Checked by,
………………………
(Kho Hui Ling)
Senior Assistant of
Administration
Approved by,
……………………
(Yap Shui Lee)
Headmaster

5. SJK CH SG JERNANG, SAMARAHAN
ADJUDICATION
FORMS
MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
MALAYSIA

6. B. ADJUDICATION GUIDELINES
1. Marks will be awarded based on the following band:
Maximum Very Poor Poor Fair Good Excellent
5 1 2 3 4 5
15 1 – 3 4 - 6 7 - 9 10 - 12 13 - 15
35 1 – 8 9 - 16 17 - 24 25 - 30 31 - 35
45 1 – 10 11 - 18 19 - 28 29 - 36 37 - 45
2. Adjudication:
2.1 Language Proficiency (45 marks)
Marks awarded will be based on the following:
i. correct, clear and accurate pronunciation
ii. clear enunciation and intonation
iii. correct use of grammar
iv. appropriate and effective choice of words (diction)
v. fluency
2.2 Delivery and Presentation (35 marks)
Marks awarded will be based on the following:
i. well coordinated and creative choreography, movements, music
ii. rhythm, timing and tempo
iii. voice type and pitch
iv. voice projection and clarity
v. team cooperation and coordination
2.3 Theme (15 marks)
Marks awarded will be based on the following:
i. interest and appeal
ii. meaningfulness
iii. continuity in sequence and action

7. iv. integrated values
2.4 Costumes and Props (5 marks)
Marks awarded will be based on the following:
i. suitability
ii. creativity
(SAMPLE)
SCORE SHEET
ACTION SONG COMPETITION 2015
SJK CH SG JERNANG
TEAM
Language
Proficienc
y
(45 m)
Delivery
and
Presentatio
n
(35 m)
Theme
(15 m)
Costume
and
Props
(5 m)
Penalty
Max.
(-5 m)
Total Placing Time
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
Name of Adjudicator :

8. Signature :
Date :
PARTICIPATING TEAMS
No. Class Title Turn Number
1
2
3
4
5
6
1 MERAH
1 KUNING
2 MERAH
2 KUNING
3 MERAH
3 KUNING

9. SJK CH SG JERNANG, SAMARAHAN
RESULTS

10. MINISTRY OF EDUCATION
MALAYSIA
LEVEL 1:
WINNER (2 MERAH)
FIRST RUNNER-UP (3 KUNING)

11. SECOND RUNNER-UP (1 KUNING)
LEVEL 2:
WINNER (YEAR 4)
FIRST RUNNER-UP (YEAR 5)

12. SECOND RUNNER-UP (YEAR 6)
SUMMARY
LEVEL 1:
PLACING TEAM NUMBER CLASS
FIRST 5 2 MERAH
SECOND 4 3 KUNING
THIRD 2 1 KUNING

13. LEVEL 2:
PLACING TEAM NUMBER CLASS
FIRST 8 YEAR 4
SECOND 7 YEAR 5
THIRD 9 YEAR 6
Prepared by,
………………………
(Manuel Ang)
Head of English Panel
Checked by,
………………………
(Kho Hui Ling)
Senior Assistant for
Administration
Approved by,
……………………
(Yap Shui Lee)
Headmaster