ADJUDICATED AWARDS
Each entry will receive a trophy for adjudication placement (Platinum, High Gold, etc.) and each performer will receive a custom enamel lapel pin. Studios have the option to donate the cost of adjudication trophies (for groups only) to CTC's selected charity, the Muscular Dystrophy Association (Jerry's Kids). MDA is the nonprofit health agency dedicated to curing muscular dystrophy, ALS and related diseases by funding worldwide research. The Association also provides comprehensive health care and support services, advocacy and education. For more information, visit the MDA website at www.mda.org. Studios that choose to donate adjudication trophy costs to charity will receive a certificate acknowledging the donation and special recognition in the program.

HIGH SCORE AWARDS
CTC will recognize up to 10 of the highest scoring routines in each division and age class. This includes the Rising Star and Shining Star levels. Cash awards will be paid in both levels. A minimum of 5 entries in any particular level, division and category (i.e. Senior Shining Star Solo) is required for cash awards to be paid. If there are less than the required 5 entries, gift certificates will be substituted for cash prizes. CTC reserves the right to alter amount of cash prizes or substitute gift certificates at any time. Judges will break all ties.

The following cash awards will be paid to the top scoring petite, junior, teen and senior routine in each category and performance level:

Solo $100
Duo/Trio $100
Small Group $125
Large Group $125
Line $150
Vocal $50
Adult $50

The vocal performance category and adult age class will be eligible for a separate overall cash award of $50. A minimum of 5 entries in each category is required in order for a cash prize to be awarded. Vocal performances may be combined in the 12 & Under and 13 & Over age classes for overall awards. Gift certificates may be substituted for cash awards when necessary.

Productions are automatically eligible for line awards within their age class. If there are a minimum of 5 Production entries in any age class, an additional cash award of $200 will be given to the highest scoring routine. Performance Levels and Age Classes may be combined for the Production Award. Gift certificates may be substituted for cash awards when necessary.

The SuperStar Award goes to the routine with the overall highest score in both the Rising Star and Shining Star Performance Levels. Solos, Duo/Trios and Groups are all eligible. If there are less than 150 entries in a regional, gift certificates may be substituted for cash awards at the discretion of the directors.

Studios that are entitled to a cash award or gift certificate will receive a form at the end of the competition that must be filled out, signed and returned either in person at the competition or via fax/mail. All cash award checks and/or gift certificates will be mailed approximately one week after our office has received the completed form. Checks will be made out to the studio only. Forms must be received no later than 60 days after the close of a regional. An award packet will not be mailed unless the form is accurately and completely filled out and signed.

SPECIAL AWARDS
The following special awards will be given in the 12 & under and 13 & over age classes:

Costume Awards - awards for creative or original costumes.

Choreography Awards - awards for artistic and inventive choreography.

Performance Awards - awards are given in different categories (jazz, tap, clogging, etc.) for an exceptionally technical or outstanding performance in a category.

Showstopper Awards - awards for routines that are especially entertaining and deserving of additional recognition.

Judges' Choice Awards - awards created by the judges themselves to reward creativity, technique, style and a variety of other factors.

"Life of the Party" Award - goes to the studio with the best attitude and overall team spirit.

REGIONAL ALLSTAR PERFORMER FINALISTS
AllStar Performer Finalist selections at regional competitions will receive a trophy, a jacket, and a National Finals scholarship to compete in the AllStar Showdown at our 2010 National Finals. They will also be invited to perform in our National Finals Opening Number on the final day of competition.