CRITERIA FOR JUDGING
Scholastic Achievement (25%)
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Scored based on most recent GPA and SAT/ACT scores
Activities (30%)
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Scored based on collective years in 4-H and/ FFA
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8+ years, 6-7 years, 4-5 years, 2-3 years, <2 years
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Outlines specific career goals
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Identified as meaningful and significant
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Descriptions are no more than two concise sentences each
Essay (35%)
Content
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Indicates how applicant plans to positively impact the future of food and agriculture industry
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states why applicant is deserving of the award
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strongly reflects applicant's knowledge, passion, and motivation
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displays a clear voice for a passion of agriculture
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essay is clearly worded and well organized
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Thoughtful topic
Presentation
Quality of Writing
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Style, clarity, flow, vocabulary
Organization
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structure, paragraphing, introduction and conclusion
Conventions
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syntax, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Letters of Recommendation (10%)
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Two letters of recommendation accompany the application
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Recommendation strongly supports application
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Recommendation reflects support and confidence in applicant's career and academic goals
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Recommendation provides specific insight into merits of application