Convention+Entry+Contest

A special prize will be awarded to the state that is the best to parade into the Convention. Here are some of the criteria needed to win: Prize will be discussed with the winning state after the Convention to see what would be best and the most appropriate.
 * Song chosen to enter Convention must relate to the State.
 * Attire of State Delegation in regard to being clad in clothing and/or accessories that relate to the state.
 * State must be spirited in their entry. Even early states who will parade in to a mostly empty gym,, with the exception of spectators, can show enthusiasm and spirit related to their state.
 * Identifying the state will be important. Judges should be able to tell right away which state is entering the gym. Banners, posters, song, flags, and other state symbols might help. Use of costumes, such as an apple in regard to the "Big Apple", could also be a plus.
 * Originality and Creativity in entering. The sky is the limit as for the possibilities with this.