Teams

The Cotton contest seeks to effectively prepare the students for the expectation of the cotton industry. Workers seeking careers in cotton must not only develop a high degree of knowledge and skill, they must also develop the ability to solve difficult problems. This contest blends the critical thinking, mathematical, and plant biology knowledge and skills along with the ability to express oneself through oral communication. The knowledge gained from this contest can also be applied to general crop production.

The purpose of this contest is to encourage students to learn to effectively participate in a business meeting and to assist in the development of their leadership skills.

Students will be able to:

• Use parliamentary procedure to conduct an orderly and efficient meeting.

• Demonstrate knowledge of parliamentary law.

• Present a logical, realistic and convincing discussion.

• Record complete and accurate minutes.

The contest shall be designed to test a student’s mechanical skills and abilities relating to power equipment used in agriculture, and shall serve as a training forum for students interested in pursuing a career as an equipment technician.