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Dare to Dream, Discover Your Talent!

Calling all young stars in member facilities and programs! Brace yourselves for the ultimate showcase at the annual Kids Got Talent Contest by the Center for Improving Youth Justice. The stage is set, and we're ready to be blown away by your talents! Entries are rolling in until March 31, 2024 – this is your golden ticket to shine.

Explore a World of Diverse Talents!

Prepare to be amazed as we open our doors to a spectrum of talents – original music, rap, dancing, skits, song covers, art: drawing or painting, spoken word, juggling, acrobatics, and even athletic feats that touch the sky! Let your creativity soar and show us what makes your young people truly extraordinary.

Spread the Buzz: It's Talent Time!

Fuel the excitement! Rally your young stars by spreading the word about this national talent contest. Hang up the CIYJ Kids Got Talent flyer, turning your program or facility into a buzzing hub of anticipation. The spotlight awaits and your stars are ready to shine!

Guidelines Are Your Secret Weapon!

Crack open the contest guidelines on the upload page – the roadmap to stardom! Record entries while residing in the participating facility or program and submit with the CIYJ release form for each performer by March 31. Let every note, every step and every brushstroke be a masterpiece of talent.

Early Birds Catch the Spotlight!

Don't just submit entries, make a grand entrance! Record and submit entries early, giving applicants time to unearth even more hidden talents. Unlimited entries are the name of the game – the more, the merrier! Share the myriad talents of your young stars and let their brilliance light up the stage.

Facility Talent Extravaganza!

Turn your facility into a creative battleground! Host a talent show that sparks creativity and friendly competition. Submit the performances to the Kids Got Talent Contest, paving the way for each applicant to dazzle the world at the national awards ceremony.

Flashback to Awesomeness: Watch Past Entries!

Gather around and get inspired! Dive into finalist montages from previous years, igniting the spark that will set your young stars on fire. Let the brilliance of the past propel you towards an even more spectacular future.

Above All – Have a Blast!

Amidst the whirlwind of discovery and showcasing, don't forget the golden rule – HAVE FUN! Let the joy of uncovering and celebrating your young people's talents be the heartbeat of this unforgettable journey. Get ready to turn your facility into a talent sensation!