Judging Process

Judging Process

4-H contests and fair entries are judged by the Danish System. In the Danish System, the contestants are evaluated based on their individual competency in the project area, within their age division, and according to the specific guidelines. The contestants are judged upon their own merits and not judged against each other.

The judge’s evaluation is recorded on a score sheet that lists the criteria and points available. The most important part of the evaluation is written comments. A score sheet with a balance of positive comments and suggestions for improvement provides the contestant with constructive feedback. In most cases, judges work in pairs, independently score each contestant’s project, and average scores to determine the final percentage. The percentage determines the ribbons as follows:

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