This challenge is for Primary and Intermediate Schools
We’re inviting schools across the region to rally their students, get creative, and go head-to-head for the title of School Challenge Champions at this year’s HB A&P Show. This is all about participation, teamwork, and celebrating talent across a range of fun and accessible competitions, no matter the size of your school.
How It Works
Schools earn points every time one of their students enters in any of the designated School Challenge events:
Art Competition
Pet Competition
Junior Poultry
Hobby Horse
Handmade Competition
The more students who enter, the more points your school racks up. To keep it fair, points will be partially calculated proportionally based on school roll size, so small rural schools and bigger town schools compete fairly.
Example Scoring:
1 point for every entry in a School Challenge event
Points are divided by the total school roll, then multiplied by 100 to give a “participation score” (e.g., 25 entries from a roll of 100 = 25% = 25 points). This is capped at 30 points.
Bonus points for placings, 1st = 5, 2nd = 3, 3rd = 1.
Prizes & Glory
1st place: $1000 Cash prize for the school + School Challenge Trophy
2nd place: $500 Cash prize for the school
3rd place: $250 Cash prize for the school
Spot prizes awarded throughout the day for standout moments, sportsmanship, and school spirit.
Why It Works
This system means every school, no matter how big or small, has a shot at winning by encouraging as many students as possible to have a go. Whether it’s showing off a prized chicken, baking something special, or creating a work of art, every entry counts and the more variety, the better your chances.