Youth Spotlight Judging Form JCI USA Youth Spotlight Award Judging FormThe JCI USA Youth Spotlight Award recognizes children or youth connected to active JCI members who have demonstrated outstanding character, leadership, service, and positive impact through their actions. This award highlights young individuals who embody the spirit of the JCI mission and values through service, initiative, and example—whether within their community, school, or family environment. Judges should evaluate nominees based on character and leadership traits, impact on others, service and involvement, inspiration to others, and alignment with JCI values, as outlined in the JCI USA Awards Manual. Judges should evaluate submissions based on innovation and agility, responsiveness to adversity, leadership and decision-making, impact on members and community, and alignment with JCI values, as outlined in the JCI USA Awards Manual.Judges Name(Required) First Last ChapterState(Required)Nominee Name(Required)Rating Scale (for all statements)Please choose a number 1-5 for all statements. 1 = Strongly Disagree \ 5 =Strongly AgreeAREA 1: CHARACTER & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENTRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee demonstrated strong character and personal responsibility.(Required)The nominee displayed integrity and positive behavior appropriate to their age.(Required)The nominee showed commitment to doing the right thing, even when challenged.(Required)The nominee demonstrated maturity and accountability through their actions.(Required)AREA 2: LEADERSHIP & INITIATIVERate your agreement with each statement.The nominee demonstrated leadership or initiative appropriate to their age.(Required)The nominee took action to help others or improve their environment.(Required)The nominee served as a positive role model for peers or younger individuals.(Required)The nominee showed confidence and courage in stepping up when needed.(Required)AREA 3: SERVICE & COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENTRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee participated in service, volunteerism, or community-focused activities.(Required)The nominee demonstrated empathy and care for others through their actions.(Required)The nominee’s efforts had a positive impact on their community, school, or family.(Required)The nominee showed a genuine commitment to helping others.(Required)AREA 4: INSPIRATION & POSITIVE INFLUENCERate your agreement with each statement.The nominee inspired others through their actions, attitude, or service.(Required)The nominee’s behavior encouraged positive choices or attitudes in others.(Required)The nominee demonstrated perseverance or resilience in the face of challenges.(Required)The nominee’s actions reflect leadership potential as they continue to grow.(Required)AREA 5: ALIGNMENT WITH JCI MISSION & VALUESRate your agreement with each statement.The nominee’s actions reflect the values of leadership, service, and responsibility.(Required)The nominee demonstrated respect for others and their community.(Required)The nominee embodied the spirit of creating positive change.(Required)The nominee serves as a positive example aligned with the mission and values of JCI.(Required)AREA 6: OVERALL ASSESSMENTRate your agreement with each statement.Overall, this nominee represents an outstanding youth deserving of recognition.(Required)The nominee’s actions and character exceed expectations for their age.(Required)This nomination is competitive at a national level for Youth Spotlight recognition.(Required)I would strongly recommend this nominee for recognition in this category.(Required)REQUIRED JUDGE FEEDBACKStrengths(Required)What strengths or qualities should this nominee continue to develop as they grow? Opportunities for Growth(Required)What lessons or improvements could strengthen future innovation efforts?Overall Comments(Required)Judges Attestation(Required)I reviewed this submission in full. I evaluated this project/program fairly and objectively. I applied the scoring criteria consistently and without bias. I attest that the above statements are true.
