Following is a step-by-step procedure for entering. In addition, please download the PDF tutorial shown here for a detailed illustration of the entry system.

NOTE: You must pay for three or more awards at one time to secure the multiple entry discount.

Step 1: Prepare to Enter
- Review categories and criteria
- Jot down the category number and title
- Note the parameters (Research, Planning, Implementation, Evaluation) and restrictions (word limits)
- Set aside a little time to prepare and submit your entries

Step 2: Register/Login
- Establish username (email address)
- Establish password (your selection)

Step 3: Create/Manage Your Account
- Fill in all fields
- Click [Save]

PRIMARY ACTION CHOICES FROM ALL SCREENS = MANAGE ENTRIES, MANAGE ACCOUNT, VIEW AWARDS, PAY FOR ENTRIES, PURCHASE DUPLICATES, LOG OUT

Step 4: Manage Entries
- you can search your entries, edit, delete or print the project profile sheet for the entry from this screen
- Click [+ new entry] to add new entries
- Fill in the entry form for each entry
- Upload up to three graphics to represent the entry. YOUR ENTRY IS NOT COMPLETE - IT MUST STILL BE PRINTED AND MAILED.
- Fill in three lines of text that will appear on the award if the entry is selected. Be sure to double check what you type in because this is what will be on the award.
- Click [Save]
- Once all entries are entered, proceed to PayPal checkout by clicking [Pay for Entries] - options = credit card or check.
- You will receive a confirmation email once complete.

Step 5: Print your project profile sheet
- Click [Print] to the right of your entry on the Manage Entries page
- Review it thoroughly. If you must repair your entry, X out of the print view, return to Manage Entries and select [Edit] to make changes
- Print your project profile sheet and insert it as the first page of your entry binder.

Step 6: Mail your entry
- As per specifications listed on this site and in the Tutorial to the competition coordinator(s). See the "Ship To" address on the Welcome page

Step 7: Order Duplicate Awards
- If your entry wins an award, you may return to the site and click [Purchase Duplicates] to order additinal awards. Be sure to double check what you type in because that is what will appear on the duplicate(s).