To be certified as an Apprentice Rose Judge, the applicant must:

1. Have completed an accredited judging school and passed both the written and
practical exams.

2. Have personally grown garden roses or been involved in their culture for five years.

3. Have been a member of the American Rose Society for at least twenty-four months,
including the twelve months immediately preceding becoming an Apprentice Rose Judge.

4. Have exhibited in the horticulture section of at least a total of five ARS accredited rose shows over a period of at least three years. The applicant should have won at least five
horticulture blue ribbons and at least two ARS horticulture certificates or equivalent awards.

5. Have worked in at least three rose shows, either as a clerk or in some other capacity, such as show chairman or clerks’ chairman that would familiarize the applicant with proper show
procedures.

6. Pay the application fee set by the American Rose Society.

In addition, an applicant is expected to:

1. Be a person of high integrity who is able to subjugate all personal likes, dislikes and
biases.

2. Be diplomatic, constructive, and definite in adhering to rules and passing judgment.

3. Be observant and careful in all details.

4. Be able to substantiate decisions with concrete and specific reasons.

5. Know the characteristics and range of variability of the varieties of roses commonly
exhibited in his or her area.

6. Know and follow ARS show rules, ARS standards of judging, and local show
rules, unless the local show rules are in conflict with the ARS rules and standards.

IF INTERESTED CONTACT ED CUNNINGHAM , YANKEE DISTRICT CHAIRMAN OF JUDGES AT EDCPS116@COX.NET