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First time applicants have two steps to the Spotlight Awards Application process.

Step 1: Register an account

1. Click on the Log in button at the bottom of this page, then click "Register Now”.
2. Create a username and password for your account.
Tip: Choose a username and password that is easy to remember because you will use this account every year you apply.
3. Enter your personal and school information.

• Fill out all fields including your teacher's and principal's names. The teacher must be affiliated with your high school; this may be an arts teacher or a teacher who has influenced you most.
• Please do NOT list teachers outside of your high school who you see for private instruction.
• If your teacher is not listed, choose "Other" from the list. A pop-up window will allow you to enter your teacher's name. After you have closed the window, click on "Refresh Teachers” and then select your teacher name from the list. After you fill out the fields, click "submit".

Step 2: You have completed the registration process. You will now need to submit your application(s).

1. Please log in to the system with your username and password.
2. Click on the category in the left Web Artist Account menu for which you will be submitting your application.
3. On the application page:

• Non-Classical Voice , Non-Classical Dance, Two-Dimensional Art, and Photography - choose a sub-category from the pull-down menu
• Classical Instrumental - choose a sub-category, followed by your instrument
• Jazz Instrumental - choose your instrument