Examine each exhibit for the items listed below. Place a check in each row to indicate the placing you think each deserves. Keep in mind that the whole is more important than its parts.
- Exhibitor No.
- Ribbon Earned
- Class
- Lot
- Item Description
| Evaluation Area | Excellent | Good | Fair | No Placing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Organization & Completeness | ||||
| Clarity & Communication | ||||
| Creativity & Orginallity | ||||
| Accuracy/Technical Skill | ||||
| Visual Presentation/Purpose Fit |
Explanation of evaluation areas located below
Space for Comments
NOTES FOR JUDGES — Evaluation Area Definitions
- Organization & Completeness
- Clearly structured
- All required components included
- Logical order
- Easy to follow
- Clarity & Communication Quality
- Clear writing / clear messaging
- Readable
- Strong focus and purpose
- Suitable for public display
- Creativity & Originality
- Expression of personal style
- Engages audience
- Creative choices in format, layout, or content
- Accuracy & Technical Skill
- Correct spelling, grammar, punctuation (writing)
- Correct facts, dates, names (poster/report)
- Accurate records (officer book)
- Clean, careful workmanship (scrapbook/poster)
- Visual Presentation / Neatness
- Clean and tidy
- Good layout
- Effective use of visuals and space
- Professional appearance
- Purpose Fit (Does it do the job?)
- Poster: communicates the message
- Cover design: fits intended theme
- Officer book: demonstrates leadership role
- Stall story: informs the public
- Scrapbook: records 4-H experiences
- Newspaper report: follows journalistic expectations