The Keeping it Safe (KIS) Coalition is a multi-agency, public-private coalition established in 1992 with the goals of deterring underage alcohol use and reducing youth access to alcohol.
KIS encourages student teams from Montgomery County public and private high schools and middle schools to create a 30-second public service message from one of these topics about the risks and dangers of under 21 alcohol use:
Please note that this is not an anti-drunk driving message contest. The contest is open to teams of two or more students enrolled in Montgomery County public or private schools or in faith-based or service-based organizations.
Why participate?
Student teams compete for cash prizes for their affiliated organization (checks are payable to schools or organizations only).
Prizes are as follows:
| High School | Middle School |
| 1st place - $1000 | 1st place - $500 |
| 2nd place - $500 | 2nd place - $300 |
| 3rd place - $350 | 3rd place - $250 |
| Honorable Mention - $100 | Honorable Mention - $100 |
Returning This Year!
The video that receives the most "likes" will receive an additional prize of $150!
Winners will be contacted via email or by phone once the winning entries have been selected. Prizes will be awarded at a reception hosted by Montgomery County’s Alcohol Beverage Services and the Police Department in early May.
Eligible For SSL Hours!
We are offering 5 SSL hours. For more details, see here.
Info Meeting
Join us for a virtual information session on January 16th, 2023 or January 18th, 2023 at 3:30 p.m. EST
Session slides available here.
Tips For Your Video
All entries must be 30 seconds in length and should not include copyrighted images without permission. Copyrighted materials include, but are not limited to magazines, books, DVDs, websites, films, YouTube and music.
Here are some helpful resources to help you with your video:
Ready to submit your entry?
It’s easy! Just fill out our online application and share the link to your video entry. Don't forget to fill out a consent and release form per each participating student. Entries are due March 31, 2024 by 4:00 PM.
Questions?
If you have any questions regarding the contest, contact:
Roddy Aguirre
240-777-6652