Education Corner: SSOF Call for Entries Opening Soon!

EDUCATION CORNER: SSOF CALL FOR ENTRIES OPENING SOON!

Florida’s largest student film competition embraces “Set-Jetting” theme for 2026

The 2026 Palm Beaches Student Showcase of Films (SSOF) Call for Entries will open this October! The free-to-enter competition is open to student filmmakers, writers, graphic designers and digital media artists enrolled in any Florida high school or college. This years theme is "Set-Jetting" 

This year’s theme, “Set-Jetting,” puts the spotlight on how films inspire audiences to travel, explore, and experience locations seen on screen. The concept aligns with Palm Beach County’s growing reputation as a film-friendly destination and challenges students to frame Florida not only as a backdrop, but as a star of their stories.

SSOF has 11 categories for students to enter, including High School and College Feature Short, Documentary, Music Video, Animation, Environmental PSA, Commercial PSA, Tourism PSA, Screenwriting, and the 2027 Poster Design. Palm Beach County high school seniors can also compete for the competition’s highest honor, the Burt Reynolds Scholarship, with additional awards in the name of Sara Fuller, Mel Maron, Dr. B. Carleton, and the Gray family.

In addition, students can nominate their teachers for the Teacher of the Year award which honors a Florida educator for assisting the growth of many of our talented students. All scholarship recipients and prizes will be announced at the live award show in 2026. Stay tuned for the official date announcement and for more information. PBCTV Channel 20 aired this year’s 30th anniversary show on Saturdays, Sundays, and Wednesdays throughout the month of August.

For more information on how to enter the competition, visit our website. Stay up to date on all related posts by visiting SSOF on Facebook @StudentShowcaseOfFilms, on Instagram @StudentFilmsFL and on X @StudentFilmsFL