Teen and Junior Teen Judging Criteria

INTERVIEW COMPETITION

Contestants will have the opportunity to express themselves on current issues and attitudes that affect her and her community, as well as her personal successes, hobbies, community involvement and ambitions. The judges will be looking for a young woman with a strong sense of reasoning, who can articulate her opinions effectively. Interviews will be in the form of a panel interview with the judges. For the panel interview, you will begin with a 30-second introduction, followed by 4 minutes of Q&A seated in front of a panel of judges.  You will be meeting with the judges for the first time and therefore it is most important that you select an outfit that you feel will enhance your image, without drawing attention away from what you have to say. 

FITNESS COMEPTITION

Aerobic wear may be one or two pieces, but must be form fitting. Pants, capris, and skirts are not allowed. Aerobic shoes should be worn with aerobic wear. No props or aerobic routines are allowed. Judges will be looking for the individual who is physically fit, energetic and healthy, with a strong sense of self-esteem. 

FASHION MODELING

Each contestant will model an outfit of her choice. It must be age appropriate and it should portray her teen spirit. No high glitz attire will be permitted; however, off the rack clothing containing rhinestone, sequin or other glitz accents are permitted. This is the fun outfit! Please select something that is definitely teen trendy!  Remember to keep your wardrobe age appropriate. 

EVENING GOWN

Contestants will be judged on grace, poise and elegance of carriage during their presentation. All gowns must be floor length, and age appropriate. No midriff cutouts or slits higher than 4 inches above the knee are allowed. Any cutouts in the bodice of the gown must not show deep cleavage and should be approved prior to competition to avoid loss of points.