Bellevue-based software company, DreamBox Learning, have kicked off “Dream Big” video contest for families and classrooms.

To participate in the “Dream Big” contest, kids are asked to create a short video about what they want to be when they grow up. The videos will be posted on DreamBox.com as well as YouTube and the public will vote on the best submission. In addition to public opinion, DreamBox Learning has appointed a panel of judges to review the most popular submissions and determine prize winners, to be announced on Dec. 15, 2009.

“I invite every child to share with us what they want to be when they grow up. The ‘Dream Big’ contest is part of our commitment to help children succeed and grow for a lifetime.” said Lou Gray, CEO of DreamBox Learning. “As part of the campaign, we are communicating how math skills play a critical role in virtually every profession. Like our DreamBox Learning K-2 Math product, this contest is all about having fun with a purpose.”

Family and classroom contestants are encouraged to have fun and focus on the contest theme rather than video production quality as winners will be judged on content and creativity. For more information and contest instructions and rules, visit www.dreambox.com/dreambigvideo.