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MAO LEADERSHIP TEAM Shantel Krebs Chair of the Board, Interim President & CEO
Marc Angeli Vice President of Field Operations
Brent Adams Vice President of Marketing & Development
Julie Hoffman Director of Contract Administration
Teresa Bray Executive Assistant to the President & CEO and Miss America Board of Directors
CONTENTS Payton May: Going Places . . ............... 4 The Power of One ................................. 10 Appearances .......................................... 12 Scholarships . . .......................................... 14 Host . . ............................................................ 24 Judges.. ...................................................... 26 Candidate Grouping.. ........................ 28
Liz Brown
Preliminary Night Rundown ............ 30
Appearance and Travel Manager
Final Night Rundown ........................... 32
Theresa Read
Meet the 2021 Candidates .. ............ 34
Tour Manager
Rodney Neely
Teens in Action . . .................................... 88
Security Director
Former National Titleholders . . ...... 134
Bailey Barger
Spotlight on Meghan Miller ........... 138
Social Media and Communications Manager
Executive Director Spotlight ........ 140
Cori Wallace
Regalia Tribute .................................... 142
Tour Manager
Caroline Hunter Tour Manager
Kim Parrish
Empower Academy . . ........................... 146 Production Credits . . ........................... 150 Celebrating 100 Years ...................... 152
Volunteer Advisor
Thank You ............................................... 154
Steve Frocchi
Century Club . . ....................................... 156
Volunteer Advisor
MAO BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Cover and Content Photos:
Janet Lin Photography
Shantel Krebs Chair
Kathleen Neville Vice Chair
Ryan Brown Barbara J. Moore Treasurer
Shenan Reed Karie Ross Jeffery Tobias Halter Ike Franco Sharlene Wells Hawkes Jacqueline B. Reynolds
MISS AMERICA’S OUTSTANDING TEEN SCHOL ARSHIP COMPETITION BROUGHT TO YOU BY REBEL ATHLETIC @rebelathleticcheer RebelAthletic.com
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PAYTON IS GOING PLACES...
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USC BOUND!
Payton May is the first Miss America’s Outstanding Teen to hold the title for two years. An aspiring journalist with an eye on politics, Payton talks candidly about her triumphs and challenges throughout her year of service and gives wonderful advice for other young women on succeeding in competition and developing community service projects. With $38,500 in cash scholarships from MAOTeen, Payton will enter the University of Southern California in the fall!
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WHY DID YOU COMPETE FOR THE TITLE OF MISS AMERICA’S OUTSTANDING TEEN? My initial participation in the Miss America’s
WHAT WAS YOUR PROUDEST MOMENT AS MISS AMERICA’S OUTSTANDING TEEN? I was flown to Arizona to meet with the Kids Voting USA
Outstanding Teen program began my sophomore
team and train using their new voting curriculum. It was
year of high school when a new friend invited me
an absolutely incredible weekend, and while difficult, I
to the rehearsal for Miss Clark County. I had never
learned so much about engaging students and how best
competed in, yet alone watched a pageant, so it’s
to explain voting to them. On my final day there, I was
fair to say I had no idea what I was doing. I ended up
to present what I had learned to the students and host
winning the title of Miss Clark County’s Outstanding
an all-school assembly. I had never done something
Teen, and quickly fell in love with the organization.
like that before, and to be frank, it was quite nerve
Being a titleholder pushed me to be the best version
wracking for me. I had trouble getting the students
of myself, and the chance to be a role model in my
to listen to me, and I feared that my message
community truly changed my life. It was never in my
was falling on deaf ears. Right as I was about
plans to become Miss America’s Outstanding Teen,
to throw in the towel, a little boy in the front
but the opportunity presented itself, and I am forever
row raised his hand and asked me how long
thankful that it did.
it would be until he could vote. I was beyond ecstatic that someone was listening, and I promptly answered his question. Next thing I knew,
AT THE BEGINNING OF YOUR “YEAR OF SERVICE’, WHAT GOALS DID YOU WANT TO ACHIEVE AS MISS AMERICA’S OUTSTANDING TEEN? Although I had smaller platform-based goals, my
hands flew up everywhere with questions! Students were curious about how to vote, where they would learn about the candidates, and what kinds of things they would be voting about. For the first
main objective as MAOTeen was to connect with as
time that year, I saw that children actually
many people as possible. I think this title presents a
were curious about this fundamental part of
unique opportunity to serve as a role model to young
our country, and I felt so grateful that I was the
women across this country, and I just remember
one to educate them about it. I look back on that
feeling so grateful and honored that others looked to
moment so fondly, and to this day, I feel proud that
me as their inspiration and example. I’ve experienced
I was able to share something I was so passionate
so many moments in which I’m able to connect with
about with them. Although small in the grand
individuals one-on-one and hear their stories, and
scheme of things, that day affirmed to me that
those memories will always remain as some of my
this job doesn’t have to be about achieving huge,
most memorable.
momentous accomplishments; it can be sharing a
In terms of my platform, I had set an ambitious goal
small memory with a group of kids on a gymnasium
at the start of my year to register 5,000 new voters.
floor who hopefully will remember my words and turn
While I didn’t quite achieve that exact number, I’m
them into action.
extremely proud of the impact I was able to make, along with the help of so many others, and truly hope to have made a difference, even if on a micro-level.
HOW MUCH DID YOU EARN IN CASH SCHOLARSHIPS AND HOW DO YOU PLAN TO USE THIS MONEY?
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YOU SERVED TWO YEARS IN YOUR ROLE AS MISS AMERICA’S OUTSTANDING TEEN, WHAT WERE THE PROS AND CONS OF THIS? In many ways, I do wish I could have only served the typical one year. It has been an immense honor
Throughout the course of my participation in
to hold this title and represent every individual in
the MAOTeen program I earned $38,500 in cash
this organization, but as many state and national
scholarships. As an incoming student at the University
titleholders can attest to, your year is a job, and it’s
of Southern California I plan on putting that money
one that holds great responsibility. I could have never
towards the cost of my tuition.
imagined a global pandemic up-ending my year of
service, and although I tried to the best of my ability to continue on the legacy that 14 other girls have left behind, being a virtual titleholder is simply not the same. I
people, and hopefully, change the way our generation thinks about voting as a whole. I focused my efforts largely on students, specifically those in elementary or middle school. I believe voter apathy begins at a young
am proud of the work I have done
age, and for many children, it starts with their voices and
as Miss America’s Outstanding
opinions not being valued. Oftentimes, I think we discount
Teen, both prior to, and within
young people due to their lack of education or lived
a global pandemic, but I
experiences, but I truly believe their voices are the ones
am hopeful that every other
we need most. By instilling this confidence and sense
MAOTeen from here on out gets to experience the joy of this title and job in all its glory.
LOOKING BACK ON YOUR YEAR, WHAT WOULD YOU DO DIFFERENTLY? I would soak in
of ownership in students at a young age, we can foster not only passionate and engaged adults, but an entire generation of future voters.
WHAT IS YOUR ADVICE TO CANDIDATES WHO ARE SEARCHING FOR WAYS THEY CAN MAKE AN IMPACT IN THEIR COMMUNITIES? My biggest piece of advice, and one I wish I had heard early on, is to not wait for opportunities to fall in your lap.
every second. Time
I’ve often struggled with leading projects myself if someone
goes by so quickly
else hasn’t done it first, but that mindset won’t help you
and I wish I could
accomplish your goals. The most successful individuals
relive every moment
didn’t wait around for someone else to start their big idea,
in my year.
they took the risk and did it themselves, even if it resulted in failure. Let’s say you want to end food insecurity in your community but don’t know where to start - create your
WHAT IS YOUR SOCIAL CAUSE? My platform is titled Your
very own food pantry! Or you want to get involved with childhood literacy but there’s no group around you that does that work; start your own club or group! I feel as
Voice Matters: Educating the
young people that we tend to underestimate our abilities,
Voters of Tomorrow. Growing
but I promise you, you are capable of so much more than
up, political participation was
you realize, and you have the power to enact real change,
a given in my household. I was
even if no one around you has done it yet.
taught that voting is one of our most fundamental rights as American citizens and that it is
HOW CAN A TEEN IMPACT THEIR COMMUNITIES?
our responsibility to exercise that
Teens can impact their communities in so many ways!
right. Fast forward to high school,
From local fundraisers, charity runs, and school sponsored
I came to the realization that
service opportunities, there is always a way to serve your
many of my peers didn’t feel the
home and make it a better place! If girls are struggling to
same way – many of them didn’t
get involved in their communities, I would encourage them
understand how to vote and why
to explore causes they are passionate about and reach
it was important, or they simply
out to local organizations in their area!
believed their vote didn’t matter. I recognized that as a titleholder, I had an opportunity to change this dialogue among young
WHAT ARE YOU MOST PASSIONATE ABOUT? While I feel like I could write a book on everything I’m
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around a lot and had to face being the “new kid”,
HOW OLD WERE YOU WHEN YOU WON AND NOW WHAT ARE YOUR ACADEMIC AND CAREER AMBITIONS?
I know what it’s like to feel left out and ostracized.
I always joked that I would be the first 20-year-old
passionate about, I’d have to say I care most about connecting with people. As someone who’s moved
It’s a terrible feeling, and my goal every morning
to be Miss America’s Outstanding Teen, because I’ve
when I wake up is to make someone feel valued and
actually been three ages throughout the course of
appreciated. Whether it’s remembering a small detail
holding this title. I was 17 at the time I won, and I’m now
they told me in a previous conversation or listening
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to them when nobody else will, I want every person I
years. My personal and academic growth throughout
meet to feel like they’re the only person in the room.
that time has been remarkable, and I feel as if I’m
My favorite quote by Maya Angelou says “People will
a completely different person with new goals and
forget what you said, people will forget what you
aspirations. I still want to work in politics (as noted
did, but people will never forget how you made them
on my resume when I competed) but I feel as if
feel.” I’ve had mentors and role models of my own who
there’s a whole new depth to that dream and the
gave me the confidence to dream big and go after
path I want to take to get there. Representing this
my goals, and I want to be that person for as many
country for two years and meeting people from
people as I can.
different walks of life has given me a completely new outlook. I now want to go into journalism with a focus on politics, because I truly believe my
WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO OTHER CANDIDATES SEEKING THIS OPPORTUNITY? My best advice to any young woman with
purpose in life is to share the stories of others, especially those often overlooked or unheard. After taking a gap year these past 12 months,
aspirations of becoming Miss America’s Outstanding
I’m finally attending my dream school this
Teen is to simply be yourself. I went into this journey
fall, the University of Southern California, and
with great concern about how I would be perceived
I am ecstatic to be a part of the second-best
by the judges and what qualities I needed to attain
journalism program in the country. I plan on
to win, but the second I let all of that go and truly
utilizing everything I’ve learned throughout my
embraced my most authentic self is when my dreams
time as Miss America’s Outstanding Teen and
came true. There is no “perfect” vision of what a
soaking up every incredible experience and
titleholder should be. Just because you haven’t seen
opportunity that comes my way.
someone who looks or acts like you doesn’t mean that your dream is unachievable, it just means that you’ll have to be the first to achieve it.
SPEAKING FROM YOUR HEART- WHAT ELSE DO YOU WANT US TO KNOW ABOUT YOU? This may sound cliche, but I always like to
TELL ME ABOUT ONE IMPACTFUL MOMENT WHICH TOOK PLACE DURING YOUR TERM? There are many moments that stand out to me, but
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emphasize that I am a completely normal teenage girl who really fell into this role by accident. I say that because when I first began in this organization, I
one of my most memorable was performing at Miss
never felt like I was good enough or deserved the titles
America. Singing has been my passion for as long as
that I won. It always felt like there were girls with more
I can remember and being able to share my love of
experience, more money, and more achievements than
music on that stage was so incredibly special. Not
me, but I promise you that none of that matters. I want
to mention, I had the entire MAOTeen class as my
to tell anyone reading this that you are good enough,
cheering section! It was one of those moments where I
and you are where you’re at because of your hard work,
just felt so loved, and it truly affirmed my appreciation
no one else’s. We are all capable of greatness, and
for this program and every amazing young woman I’ve
regardless if you have a crown or not, you are worthy
met along the way.
and successful because you are you.
forget what you said, P E O P L E
W I L L
forget what you did, never forget how you made them feel. P E O P L E
B U T
W I L L
P E O P L E
W I L L
— M AYA AN G E LO U
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the
SELECTED AS A PARTICIPANT IN
POWER of ONE
HARVARD’S VOTER MOBILIZATION AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT SERIES
Payton May’s leadership throughout her year of service impacted communities across the country. Amid a global pandemic, widespread protests and a heated presidential election, Payton seized an opportunity to use her title to inspire change, raise awareness and help others. Payton proved that one person, no matter their age, can motivate many to make a difference!
CREATED ONLINE
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT WORKSHEETS
THAT PARENTS COULD DOWNLOAD AND USE ANYWHERE IN THE COUNTRY
HELD A
VIRTUAL VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVE
REGISTERED ROUGHLY
3,000 NEW
OTERS
AND REACHED ≈10,000 PEOPLE
IN WHICH 130 PEOPLE PARTICIPATED AND HELD NUMEROUS IN-PERSON VOTER REGISTRATION DRIVES IN HER COMMUNITY
DONATED
$5,000 WORTH OF FOOD
TO THE CLARK COUNTY FOOD BANK FOR COVID RELIEF
NAMED A CIVICS SUPERHERO BY NON-PROFIT CIVICS UNPLUGGED AND
RECEIVED A $1,000 GR ANT TO CONTINUE HER WORK
RAISED $10,000 FOR THE NAACP IN A GRASSROOTS FUNDRAISER
WORKED WITH
KIDS VOTING USA
TO CREATE AN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CIVICS CURRICULUM AND PRESENTED IT TO OVER 2,000 KIDS!
V I S I T E D E L E M E N TA RY A N D H I G H S C H O O L S TO
TEACH VOTING LESSONS
A N D H O L D VOT E R R E G I S T R AT I O N D R I V E S
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F E AT U R E D IN THE TV SPECIAL
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IMPRESSIONS L ASTING IMPRESSIONS LAS
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TING IMPRESSIONS LASTING IMPRESSIONS
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2021
SCHOL ARSHIP AWARDS
Miss America’s Outstanding Teen
$30,000
First Runner Up
$10,000
Second Runner Up
$4,000
Third Runner Up
$3,000
Fourth Runner Up
$2,000
Semi-Finalists
($1,500 each)
$7,500
Non-Finalists
($1,000 each)
$36,000
Preliminary Talent
($500 each)
$1,000
Preliminary Evening Wear
($500 each)
$1,000
Teens in Action
$1,000
Spirit of America
$1,000
Advertising Sales Award
$1,000
America’s Choice
$1,000
Top Interview
$500
Top Vocal Talent Award
$500
Top Dance Talent Award
$500
TOTAL:
$100,000
We extend our gratitude to the generous supporters of our Scholarship Fund. MAOTeen has paid more than $1.5 million dollars in cash scholarships directly to more than 200 universities in all 50 states. We could not do this without your incredible support. Thank you! Rebel Athletic | Century Club | America’s Choice produced by Serendipity Media | Gallagher Insurance Regalia Magnificent Apparel | Jett Design Co. | The Sash Company | Crown Clips | Togatae Designs | Doug King Tawni Darby Orloski - former Miss Pennsylvania’s Outstanding Teen | Kim Gravel - Belle Beauty | Crown Clips
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In-Kind
TUITION SCHOL ARSHIPS UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA $5,800,000 Miss America’s Outstanding Teen: Four-year award for the value of either In-State or Out-of-State Presidential Scholarship plus a $5,000 Freshman-Year Housing Scholarship and $5,000 Study Abroad Stipend All Candidates: Four-year award for the value of either In-State or Out-of-State Presidential Scholarship
DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY $1,020,000 All Candidates: Four-year award for the value of the Presidential Champion Scholarship (Currently valued at $5000 per year for four years/$20,000 total). In the event the contestant would have qualified academically for the Presidential Champion Scholarship, a $1000 per year for four-year scholarship bonus Candidates must enroll in the following technology-focused degrees to be awarded the scholarship: Artificial Intelligence, Business Technology, Computer Education, Computer Game Design, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Cyber Leadership and Intelligence, Cyber Operations, Network and Security Administration
HOLLINS UNIVERSITY $4,976,000 Miss America’s Outstanding Teen: Four-year, renewable Full Tuition Scholarship, must apply, be accepted and enroll at Hollins as a first-year student 1st Runner Up: Four-year, renewable $29,000 Tuition Scholarship, must apply, be accepted and enroll at Hollins as a first-year student All Candidates: Four-year, renewable $24,000 Tuition Scholarship, must apply, be accepted and enroll at Hollins as a first-year student For Candidates that are in college and would like to transfer: For any candidate already attending college and would like to transfer to Hollins, Hollins will offer a Four-Year, renewable $20,000 Scholarship to Hollins, must apply, be admitted and enrolled.
ROWAN UNIVERSITY $5,056,000 Miss America’s Outstanding Teen: Four-year Full-Tuition & Fees Scholarship (up to $23,400 per year), plus an annual $5,000 grant for campus-based housing All Candidates: Four-year Full-Tuition & Fees Scholarship (up to $23,400 per year) • A student cannot receive both a merit-based award and program-based award. Students who are eligible for both merit-based and program-based awards will receive the higher award. This scholarship award will not exceed full-tuition and fees and will follow all university criteria and conditions.
SHERMAN COLLEGE OF CHIROPRACTIC $6,301,050 All Candidates: $123,550 Full Tuition Scholarship of $8,825 per Quarter for 14 Quarters
TROY UNIVERSITY $3,382,600 Miss America’s Outstanding Teen: $10,000 4-year renewable Tuition Scholarship and $1000 Study Abroad Scholarship All Out-of-State Representatives: Out-of-state Tuition Scholarship (value $16,708) and $1000 Study Abroad Scholarship
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY $3,216,000 All Candidates: Four-year, renewable Out-of-State Tuition Scholarship up to $16,000 or In-State Tuition Scholarship up to $4000 annually. Must apply, be accepted and enroll at WVU as a first-year student TOTAL:
$29,751,650 *In-Kind Tuition Scholarships are provided by the Universities and MAOTeen is not held responsible for any scholarships not supplied.
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ERICKA Forever Miss America, Ericka Dunlap is an award-winning PR and Communications Expert, Esteemed Judge, Community Advocate, Philanthropist, Entrepreneur and Daytime Television Host of the Point of View on Comcast Xfinity. Ericka is the Founder and CEO of Crown Communication Group headquartered in Orlando, Florida, which develops public awareness campaigns for state and local organizations spanning government,
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Ericka made history as the first Black Woman to be crowned Miss Florida in 2003, and later in that year she won the coveted title of Miss America 2004. Her thirst for adventure took her around the world as a Finalist on the Emmy-award winning reality show, The Amazing Race, Season 15. With all that she has accomplished, she credits her title as “mommy” to her 8-month-old daughter, Mikelle Antoinette, as her greatest achievement yet.
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Miss America’s Outstanding Teen 2021
COMPETITION JUDGES
quince
DOLVETT
@Dolvett
masterclasses. He speaks on
of revenue. Under her leadership,
the topics of personal identity,
BossBabe now reaches more than
business development, fitness
10 million ambitious women per
science, emotional intelligence
month and has a community of
and overcoming self-doubt, and is
four million women across their
a guest contributor on nationally
social media, blog, podcast and
syndicated news shows,
newsletter. Natalie’s expertise
including CNN.
lies in audience growth, content
When not behind a TV camera or
monetization and business
a microphone, Dolvett just might
strategy. Natalie is passionate
DOLVETT QUINCE is a New
be behind a canvas painting with
about supporting women to take
York Times Bestselling Author,
acrylics, or in a classroom learning
action in creating lives that they’re
International Keynote Speaker,
psychology, life coaching and self-
in love with.
Celebrity Fitness Trainer and
development. Ask him what he is
Personal Development Expert
most proud of, and he’ll instantly
Capricorn at home with
with 20+ years of experience
share that his biggest success is
her husband, Stephen, and
educating and equipping people
the very close relationship he has
Pomeranian, Nala, making a
to turn potential into strength
with his adult son, Isiah.
matcha latte (with added collagen,
You can find the grounded
and influence. With expertise in
of course!) and reading a book on
developing self-love, healthy wealth
her Kindle.
and fitness, he has coached people from all walks of life, and is most recognized for his seven seasons as a trainer on NBC’s longtime hit
ellis
NATALIE
@iamnatalie / @bossbabe.inc
television show, The Biggest Loser. Dolvett’s first book, The 3-1-
zohn
ETHAN
@ethanzohn
2-1 Diet: Eat and Cheat Your Way to Weight Loss became an instant New York Times bestseller, introducing an unconventional approach and innovative 21-day
NATALIE ELLIS is the co-founder
program to reduce fat while
and CEO of BossBabe. Natalie
gaining muscle. His second book,
has been featured in major
ETHAN ZOHN is a humanitarian,
Work Out the Doubt, will guide
publications like Forbes, Inc. and
inspirational speaker and television
readers on a journey to improve
Entrepreneur for her efforts, and
host; former professional soccer
their health in all aspects of life,
has been invited to speak on
player; cancer survivor and
from mental and physical, to social
stages all around the world.
advocate; winner of the hit reality
and spiritual. An internationally respected
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She is a social media expert
television show, CBS’s Survivor:
and has grown the BossBabe
Africa; contestant on season 40
charismatic speaker and
Instagram account to over three
of Survivor: Winners at War, author
thought leader, Dolvett engages
million followers (in just three
and inventor; and co-founder of
diverse audiences through
years), and from that following has
the global non-profit, Grassroot
conference keynotes and online
generated multiple seven figures
Soccer. He has found purpose
through his humanitarian work
anatomy and biomechanics,
Arts in Brookhaven, from which
and community involvement
leading her to graduate Magna
she graduated with honors in
and believes that a better and
Cum Laude with her Bachelor’s
2010. Jasmine then enrolled at
healthier world can be achieved
Degree in Kinesiology/Exercise
Mississippi State University and
through education, advocacy and
Science. She further went on to
majored in Communication.
inspiration.
get her Doctorate in Physical
In 2014, Jasmine won the title of
Therapy where she combines
Miss Mississippi. Jasmine competed
his Survivor: Africa winnings to help
her two passions of dance and
at Miss America 2015 and was
found Grassroot Soccer (GRS), an
helping people, using movement
named a Top 10 Finalist and Quality
adolescent health organization that
as medicine.
of Life Award Finalist for her work
In 2002, Ethan used a portion of
leverages the power of soccer to
Dr. Brittany Revell continues to
with “13 Going on 30.” Jasmine
educate, inspire and mobilize
utilize her social media platform to
received a tremendous honor that
at-risk youth in developing
spread happiness, positive energy,
year when she was asked to sing for
countries to overcome their
and promote a healthy lifestyle.
the President at the National Prayer
greatest health challenges. To date,
Breakfast in Washington, D.C.
the organization has reached over 13 million youth in over 60 countries with critical health information and
murray
JASMINE
@JasmineMurrayOfficial
access to health services.
After her year of service, Jasmine moved to Nashville to pursue a career as a Christian Music Artist. Her debut single, “Fearless,” hit #3 on Billboard Christian Sales Charts and was top five on the
revell
Billboard Christian Radio Charts.
DR. BRITTANY
With three singles charting within
@rose.tintedlife / @bnrevell
the top 20 Christian Charts, Jasmine is now writing and recording for television and film. JASMINE MURRAY is an
Her songs have been placed for
accomplished vocalist, fashion
national brands and companies,
influencer and model.
including Kohler, the NFL and
Before her adult accomplishments, Jasmine got her start on the DR. BRITTANY REVELL is the
big stage by competing in
CEO and co-founder/owner of
Miss Mississippi’s Outstanding Teen.
ReKinected Physical Therapy in
She won the title in 2007
Carlsbad, California. She is also
and was a Top Ten Finalist at
a TikTok influencer, with videos of
Miss America’s Outstanding Teen
her dancing with her dad going
where she was also the recipient
viral around the world. She has
of Dream Academy Mentor
made appearances on the Kelly
Scholarship. At only 16 years old,
Clarkson Show, The Today Show,
Jasmine decided to follow her
ABC News, Good Morning America
passion for music and audition for
and many more.
the hit reality show American Idol. She
Dr. Brittany Revell discovered her
Facebook Documentaries for Simone Biles.
Judges Chairperson JENNIFER CRAWFORD Auditors VESTAL & WILER, CPAs
placed in the Top 13 on Season Eight
CONNOR O’TOOLE
love of movement through dance
and also made appearances on
THIAGO AZEVEDO
at a young age. She trained and
shows like Ellen and Live! with Regis
competed in all styles of dance.
and Kelly.
Her love of movement developed into a strong interest in human
Jasmine studied music at the Mississippi School of the
CHRISTINE DIAZ BAO PHAM JOSH KOLBERT AMANDA WHALEN
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2021 Miss America's Outstanding Teen
COMPETITION GROUPING OMEGA GROUP WEDNESDAY, JULY 28 Personal Interview / Lifestyle & Fitness / Evening Wear & On-Stage Question THURSDAY, JULY 29 Talent Washington Jazz Dance
Vermont Tap Dance
Idaho Vocal
Arizona Lyrical Dance
North Carolina
South Dakota
Lyrical Dance
Vocal
California Irish Dance Fusion
New Hampshire
Jazz Dance
Wyoming Vocal
Michigan Baton Twirling
Florida Broadway Vocal
Wisconsin Piano
Alaska Vocal
Iowa Musical Theatre Vocal
Pennsylvania Musical Theatre Dance
Massachusetts Jazz Dance
Kansas Vocal
North Dakota
Lyrical Dance
New York
New Jersey
Piano
Piano
Mississippi Broadway Vocal
Illinois Lyrical Dance
Alabama Broadway Vocal
Texas Vocal
Nevada Tap Dance
Minnesota Contemporary Dance
TAU GROUP WEDNESDAY, JULY 28 Talent THURSDAY, JULY 29 Personal Interview / Lifestyle & Fitness / Evening Wear & On-Stage Question Missouri Ballet en Pointe
Louisiana
Delaware Contemporary Dance
Oklahoma
Maryland Jazz Dance
Connecticut
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South Carolina
Contemporary Ballet Dance
West Virginia
Pop Vocal Classical Vocal Jazz Dance Lyrical Dance
Tennessee Vocal
Utah
Hawaii Hip Hop Dance
Virginia
Oregon Musical Theatre Vocal
Nebraska
Piano
Jazz Dance
Arkansas
Lyrical Dance
Vocal
Rhode Island
Saxophone
Competitive Tumbling
Kentucky
Gymnastics
Violin
Maine
District of Columbia
Monologue
Indiana
Broadway Vocal
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National Anthem Payton May, Miss America’s Outstanding Teen 2020-2021 Opening Number Introduction Introduction of the Host Introduction of Payton May, Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Explanation of the Preliminary Competition Introduction of Judges Announcement of the Top 10 Lifestyle and Fitness Competition Talent Competition Empower Academy Introduction and Highlights Video Eveningwear & On-Stage Question Competition Payton’s Farewell Special Awards Introduction of the new Miss America’s Outstanding Teen 2022 Good Night
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ALABAMA
B I R M I N G HAM, AL | 18 L AU R EL S PR I N GS
MARCELLE LeBlanc TA L E N T: Broadway Vocal
SOCIAL IMPACT INITIATIVE: S.T. A .R.S. Supporting the Arts Through Resource & Scholarships CAREER AMBITION: Continue Career as a Professional Actress & Obtain a Degree in Accountancy S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $7,450 36
ALASKA
A N C H O R AG E, A K | 1 5 DIMOND HIGH SCHOOL
SYCELY Wheeles TA L E N T: Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Mind Matters – Student Mental Health Advocacy & Education C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Commercial Videography/Cinematography S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $5,700 37
AR IZO NA
PH O E N I X , A Z | 16 X AV I E R CO L L EG E PR E PATO RY
KBlair ATE TA L E N T: Lyrical Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Raise a Voice for Childhood Cancer C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Become an Obstetrician S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $3,750 38
ARKANSAS
H U N TSV I L L E, A R | 1 8 H U N TSV I L L E HIGH SCHOOL
SHELBY Cook TA L E N T: Lyrical Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Be The Change
C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Physician's Assistant or Orthopedic Nurse Practitioner S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $14,650 39
CALIFORNIA
I R V I N E, C A | 1 8 O R A N G E CO U N T Y S C H O O L O F T H E A R TS
MAYA Alvarez-Coyne TA L E N T: Irish Dance Fusion
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Teen Health & Fitness
C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Marketing for a Nonprofit Arts Organization or Luxury Brand S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $6,700 40
CO LO R A D O
CENTENNIAL, CO | 18 G R A N DV I E W HIGH SCHOOL
LIL A Sacha TA L E N T: Jazz Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Mental Health & Teen Suicide Awareness C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Elementary School Teacher Specializing in Spanish S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $1,500 41
CONNECTICUT
W EST H AV E N , CT | 17 WEST H AV E N HIGH SCHOOL
AICHA Diallo TA L E N T: Jazz Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Ensuring Access to the Arts for Inner City Communities C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: To become CEO of a Health System S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $2,800 42
D EL AWA R E
W I L M I N GTO N , D E | 1 8 C A B C A L LOWAY S C H O O L O F T H E A R TS
HALE Y Grace Alexander TA L E N T: Contemporary Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Think Smart, Think Green – Recycle!
C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Pursue a Career in Dance & Physical Therapy S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $3,250 43
D I S T R I C T of C O L U M B I A
WASHINGTON, D.C. | 16 D I ST R I CT O F CO LU M B I A I N T E R N AT I O N A L
JADE Ridout TA L E N T: Monologue
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: You Are Enough C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Social Media Manager S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOT E E N: $1,000 44
FLO R I DA
PA N A M A C I T Y, FL | 17 NORTH B AY H AV E N HIGH SCHOOL
RUBY Tilghman TA L E N T: Broadway Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Many Mini Musicians C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Neurologist S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOT E E N: $7,000 45
GEORGIA
C A L H O U N , GA | 1 8 CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL
MEGAN Wright TA L E N T: B ro a dway Vo c a l
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: F. A . S .T. – R a p i d ly S avi n g Lives C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: N u rse Pra ctiti o n e r S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $7, 6 0 0 46
H AWA I I
E WA , H I | 1 5 WA I PA H U HIGH SCHOOL
ILIMA Sexton TA L E N T: H i p H o p D a n c e
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: B o dy Positivity C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Trave l th e Wo rl d as a Professi o n a l D a n c e r & C h o re o g ra p h e r S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $4 ,750 47
IDAHO
IDAHO FALLS, ID | 18 I DA H O FA L L S HIGH SCHOOL
MADISON Andreason TA L E N T: Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Get Up & Get Out
C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Journalist & Political Analyst S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $9,200 48
ILLINOIS
SYCAMORE, IL | 18 SYCAMORE HIGH SCHOOL
KRyder YLIE TA L E N T: Lyrical Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: #Drive4Life: Focus on the Road C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Social Media Marketing Manager S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $5,250 49
INDIANA
ZI O N SV I L L E, I N | 1 8 ZI O N SV I L L E CO M M U N I T Y HIGH SCHOOL
K ATE Dimmett TA L E N T: Classical Violin
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Notable Measures: Supporting Youth Music Education C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Business & Nonprofit Leader S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $6,400 50
I OWA
PE L L A , I A | 17 PE L L A H I G H S C H O O L
MAGGIE Leach TA L E N T: Musical Theatre
SOCIAL IMPACT INITIATIVE: Operation Share the Load – Lightening the Load for Families in Poverty C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Become an Award-Winning Broadcast Journalist S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $1,975 51
KANSAS
W I C H I TA , KS | 16 N E W TO N HIGH SCHOOL
GR ACIE Hendrickson TA L E N T: Vocal Performance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: iStand – Teens Against Drug Abuse C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Chiropractor Specializing in Pediatrics & Pregnancy S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $4,600 52
KENTUCKY
PR O S PECT, K Y | 17 NORTH OLDHAM HIGH SCHOOL
CHLOE Yates TA L E N T: Gymnastics Routine
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Special Olympics – Deleting the Dis in Disabled C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Design Engineer & Entrepreneur S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $5,550 53
LO U IS IA NA
N E W O R L E A N S , L A | 17 T H E AC A D E M Y O F S AC R E D H E A R T
SOPHIA Nawaz TA L E N T: Pop Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Cultural Diversity C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Forensic Pathologist
S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $3,500 54
MAINE
WINTHROP, ME | 18 M A I N E A R TS AC A D E M Y
L AUREN Jorgensen TA L E N T: Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: My Body My Voice C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Fashion Stylist
S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $1,000 55
MARYLAND
FR E D E R I C K , M D | 17 URBANA HIGH SCHOOL
KWills ATE TA L E N T: Jazz Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Rare Action Network: Advocating for Rare Disease Awareness C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Pediatrician S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $2,000 56
MASSACHUSET TS
C A N TO N , M A | 17 CANTON HIGH SCHOOL
TESS O'Riordan TA L E N T: Jazz Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Essentials for Success: Helping Students in Need C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: To Perform Professionally S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $4,000 57
MICHIGAN
GRAND BLANC, MI | 17 GRAND BLANC HIGH SCHOOL
RYLIE Dewley TA L E N T: Baton Twirling
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Start Heart Smart C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Veterinarian S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $1,000 58
M I N N E S O TA
L I N O L A K ES , M N | 17 LIBERT Y CL ASSICAL AC A D E M Y
BELL A Grill TA L E N T: Lyrical Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Healthy Habits for All C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: To Obtain a Masters of Business Administration S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $2,300 59
MISSISSIPPI
MADISON, MS | 18 JAC KS O N PR E PA R ATO RY SCHOOL
TORI Johnston TA L E N T: Broadway Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Shining a Light on Special Needs CAREER AMBITION: Receive Degrees in Journalism, Pursue a Career as a News Anchor or TV Host S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $9,750 60
MISSOURI
CLINTON, MO | 17 C L I N TO N HIGH SCHOOL
ASHLE Y Berry TA L E N T: Ballet en Pointe
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Teen's in Politics C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Speech Pathologist
S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $9,500 61
M O N TA N A
S I D N E Y, M T | 1 8 M O N TA N A STAT E UNIVERSIT Y BILLINGS CO N N ECT I O N S
ANNIK A Bennion TA L E N T: Violin
SOCIAL IMPACT INITIATIVE: No NicoTeen America: Vaping Education & Advocacy for Teens C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Bioethicist S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $2,700 62
NEBRASKA
S COT TS B LU FF, N E | 17 PH I L L I PS E X E T E R AC A D E M Y
JAMIE ROSE Chen TA L E N T: Piano
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Dare to Dream: Celebrating Inclusivity
CAREER AMBITION: Become a Legal Consultant for the United Nations S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $2,000 63
N E VA DA
L A S V EGA S , N V | 16 FA I T H LU T H E R A N HIGH SCHOOL
ISABELL A McGinnis TA L E N T: Tap Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Include Me
C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Public Administrator S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $6,250 64
NEW HAMPSHIRE
H A M PST E A D, N H | 17 PI N K E R TO N AC A D E M Y
ISABEL Povey TA L E N T: Jazz Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Seeds of Hope – Tackling the Hunger Crisis C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Political Journalist S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $6,050 65
NEW JERSEY
OCEAN VIEW, NJ | 17 OCEAN CIT Y HIGH SCHOOL
ISABELL A Freund TA L E N T: Piano
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Make-A-Wish
C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Pediatric Cardiologist S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $8,425 66
NEW MEXICO
ALAMOGORDO, NM | 18 ALAMOGORDO HIGH SCHOOL
DALL AS Collins TA L E N T: Vocal Performance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Self-Acceptance C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Esthetician
S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $3,500 67
N E W YO R K
LANCASTER, NY | 17 LANCASTER HIGH SCHOOL
GIANNA Caetano TA L E N T: Piano
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: CASE: Concussion Awareness, Solutions, and Education C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: To Work in a Level-1 Hospital as a Trauma Surgeon S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $2,850 68
NORTH CAROLINA
C H A R LOT T E, N C | 17 STAT ESV I L L E HIGH SCHOOL
HARLE Y Tilque TA L E N T: Lyrical Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: T.E. A .L. – Take Early Action & Live C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Veterinarian
S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $5,450 69
N O R T H D A KO TA
W I L L I STO N , N D | 1 8 WI L L I STO N HIGH SCHOOL
EMMA Tong TA L E N T: Lyrical Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: D. A .R.E. Your Choices Matter CAREER AMBITION: Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Doctorate of Medicine in Diagnostic Radiology S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $3,550 70
OHIO
BROADVIEW HEIGHTS, OH | 18 NORTH ROYALTON HIGH SCHOOL
MADDY Yuzwa TA L E N T: Competitive Tumbling
SOCIAL IMPACT INITIATIVE: F.I.T. to be Confident: Empowering Youth through Fitness, Nutrition & Self-Acceptance C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Clinical Pharmacist S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $4,450 71
OKLAHOMA
TULSA, OK | 18 E PI C C H A R T E R SCHOOLS
ELL A Phillips TA L E N T: Classical Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Reach Out & Read... A Book is Just the Beginning C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Broadway Performer S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $8,750 72
OREGON
CO O S B AY, O R | 1 8 NORTH BEND HIGH SCHOOL
MOIR A O'Bryan TA L E N T: Musical Theatre Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Shining a Light on Suicide Prevention Strategies C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: To Perform on Broadway S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $8,108 73
P E N N S Y LV A N I A
E AG L E V I L L E, PA | 1 9 MOUNT SAINT J O S E PH AC A D E M Y
JAYLEN Baron TA L E N T: Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Cancer: No One Fights Alone CAREER AMBITION: National Broadcast Journalist
S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $9,000 74
RHODE ISLAND
NORTH KINGSTOWN, RI | 17 NORTH KINGSTOWN HIGH SCHOOL
ALE X A Johnsen TA L E N T: Saxophone
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Let's Talk Trash: The Dangers of Plastic Marine Debris C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Become an Orthodontist S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $500 75
SOUTH CAROLINA
HANAHAN, SC | 17 HANAHAN HIGH SCHOOL
DABRIA Aguilar TA L E N T: Contemporary Ballet Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Make Everybody Feel Like Somebody C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Professional Dancer with a Contemporary Ballet Company S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $13,500 76
S O U T H D A KO TA
H A R T F O R D, S D | 1 8 O 'G O R M A N HIGH SCHOOL
KIANNA Healy TA L E N T: Musical Theatre Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Music 4 Life
C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Perform on Broadway S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $2,600 77
TENNESSEE
GA L L AT I N , T N | 1 8 GA L L AT I N H I G H S C H O O L
TAYLOR Black TA L E N T: Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Lupus: The Invisible Disease C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Family & Adoption Lawyer
S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $3,500 78
TEXAS
CARROLLTON, T X | 17 T H E CO LO N Y HIGH SCHOOL
K ATHERINE Omo-Osagie TA L E N T: Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Breaking the Cycle of Abuse
C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Become an Orthopedic Surgeon Specializing in Sports Medicine S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $7,000 79
U TA H
AU R O R A , U T | 17 R I C H FI E L D HIGH SCHOOL
CHARLEE Sorensen TA L E N T: Operatic Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: The Upstander Revolution
CAREER AMBITION: Study Opera in Italy, Perform at the Metropolitan Opera & Study Psychology S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $6,500 80
VERMONT
S H E L B U R N E, V T | 17 C H A M PL A I N VA L L E Y U N I O N HIGH SCHOOL
EMMA Anderson TA L E N T: Tap Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Necessity, Not Luxury: Increasing Access to Menstrual Products C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: High School Humanities Teacher S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $1,100 81
VIRGINIA
WA R R E N TO N , VA | 1 8 KETTLE RUN HIGH SCHOOL
ELL A Strickland TA L E N T: Broadway Vocal
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Type One Diabetes Awareness & Support C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Real Estate Broker S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $6,350 82
WAS H I N GTO N
L A K E TA PPS , WA | 17 AU B U R N HIGH SCHOOL
CHLOE Furnstahl TA L E N T: Jazz Dance
SOCIAL IMPACT INITIATIVE: Victim to Victorious Prevention & Awareness of Sexual Assault C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Become an Anchor of a Nationally Syndicated News Program S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $12,650 83
WEST VIRGINIA
GERRARDSTOWN, WV | 16 MARTINSBURG HIGH SCHOOL
OLIVIA Travis TA L E N T: Lyrical Dance
S O C I A L I M PACT I N I T I AT I V E: Got Time! Make It Count! C A R E E R A M B I T I O N: Forensic Science/Psychology
S C H O L A R S H I P TOTA L AWA R D E D T H R O U G H M AOTe e n: $1,300 84
WISCONSIN
FR E E D O M , WI | 17 ST. FR A N C I S X AV I E R HIGH SCHOOL
E VE Vanden Heuvel TA L E N T: Piano
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FORMER NATIONAL TITLEHOLDERS ‘06
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‘07
NY
MEGHAN
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MARIA
Miller
‘08
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LACEY
Fechtel
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OLIVIA
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ALLIE
Nault
NICOLE
Jia
‘ 14
FL
RACHEL
LEAH
Wyatt
Sykes
‘ 17
OK
Morelan
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ELIZABETH
Russ
JEANETTE
Fitch
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TAYLOR
Brunell
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LONDON
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Miss America's Outstanding Teen 2006
A Lasting Legacy MEGHAN MILLER
Along with the title and winning $35,000 in cash
scholarships which were paid to the University of Texas, Meghan also took on the opportunity to help grow a new organization.
“I looked forward with determination to help grow this organization into what I had imagined,” said Meghan. “We From America’s Got Talent to off-Broadway success, Mehan Miller has made her mark on this world! As we celebrate MAOTeen’s “Sweet 16” birthday, it’s
Teen into what you see today. That did not come so easily. Each young woman who has worn the crown helps shape
only fitting to catch up with Meghan Miller, our first
MAOTeen based on her vision for her year, and mine was to
Miss America’s Outstanding Teen to explore how this
cement the Outstanding Teen program as the “little sister”
organization shaped her and how she was instrumental
to Miss America.”
in making it successful as well. So, let us take walk back in time… On a hot and humid summer night in Orlando, Florida in
Meghan embarked on a speaking tour across her home state of Texas spreading the message of her platform, “Character Education.” She performed her ventriloquist act
2005, state representatives gathered at the Linda Chapin
for thousands of kids dozens of times across the nation. Later,
Theater at the Orange County Convention Center in hopes
she would have the chance to work professionally in New York
of capturing scholarships and the opportunity to be named
in her first off-Broadway role as Sister Bear in The Berenstain
the first “little sister” to Miss America.
Bears LIVE! at the Manhattan Movement and Arts Center
Meghan Miller, an articulate blonde from Beaumont, Texas
and also worked as the lead puppeteer in the national tour
represented her state in the inaugural competition. Meghan
of John Tartaglia’s ImaginOcean. She would later appear
won two Preliminary Awards, but it was her talent we will
on many episodes of America’s Got Talent and national
never forget. On stage with her two closest “friends”, Abner
newscasts with her friends, Abner and Shannon.
and Shannon, Meghan brought down the house with her
“The experience of being the first Miss America’s
ventriloquist act, Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious. Although
Outstanding Teen changed me in ways I never could
the competition was fierce, Meghan was crowned Miss
have imagined,” confessed Meghan. “I was stretched and
America’s Outstanding Teen 2006 by the Deidre Downs, Miss
challenged, pushed past my comfort zone. The people I
America 2005.
met along the way changed how I viewed the world and
Meghan says it was her love of watching Miss America when she was a child that inspired her to want to compete. “One of the things I vividly remember about my
formed me into the woman I am today. This legacy is one that I will treasure every day and I am so grateful to be a part of an organization that gives young women the
childhood were the nights Miss America came on TV. My
chance to not only make a difference in their community,
sister and I would dress up and don our favorite crowns
but also affords them the opportunity for a world class
and dream of being one of those amazing women. When
education through scholarships.”
I found out that I would have the opportunity to compete
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set off on molding and shaping Miss America’s Outstanding
Meghan won a total of $82,000 in scholarships from
for the first ever Miss America’s Outstanding Teen
competing in both MAOTeen and the Miss America
competition, I knew exactly what I hoped this program
Competitions. Meghan is our forever Miss America’s
would be,” explained Meghan.
Outstanding Teen.
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EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR'S SPOTLIGHT M I S S A L A B A M A’S O U T S TA N D I N G T E E N O R GA N I Z AT I O N
ANITA WALKER state teen director life-changing scholarship awards
women compete on the MAOTeen
have attracted our nation’s best and
stage including Jessica Baeder,
brightest,” said Anita. To date, the
Miss America’s Outstanding Teen
Miss Alabama’s Outstanding Teen
2017, a 17-year-old dancer from
Organization has awarded $190,000
Auburn, Alabama.
in cash scholarships. Anita can be credited with helping to
Anita Walker started as a local director in the Miss Alabama Scholarship Organization in 1980 and
establish the first in-kind scholarships
director, you must adjust each year
for the national organization, helping
to what works with your titleholder
MAOTeen connect with the University
and their goals. They all have
of Alabama, Troy University and
different personalities and needs.
Auburn University in the early years of
You should take their strengths and
the program.
build upon those and work with them
“I believe strongly in the benefits
to identify areas for improvement
later joined the Board of Directors
of the Miss America’s Outstanding
that will benefit them for the rest of
to run their Teen Scholarship
Teen program and how it gives a
their lives.”
Competition in 2003 which later
voice to young women, offering
became affiliated with Miss America’s
support and encouragement
the Miss America’s Outstanding Teen
Outstanding Teen Organization when
to their efforts of serving their
Organization and the countless hours
it launched in 2005.
communities and states.”
she has dedicated to the hundreds
With 41 years of service and dedication, Anita works tirelessly to provide opportunities to the young women who come through the system. Each year the Miss Alabama’s Outstanding Teen Organization has nearly 50 candidates competing for thousands of dollars in cash scholarships and more than $400,000 in in-kind scholarships provided by several prestigious universities in Alabama. “The MAOTeen program has thrived, and interest has increased over the years as significant and
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Anita says listening is the key to being a good state director. “As a
Over the past 16 years, Anita has helped many successful young
We thank Anita for her devotion to
of young women who have passed through her state competition.
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Regalia
TRIBUTE
16
years
of SERVICE
A T R I B U T E TO R E GA L I A M AG N I F I C E N T A P PA R E L
Sixteen years, hundreds of dresses and thousands of hours! They say time flies when you’re having fun, so it is no doubt that the past 16 years have passed so quickly for David Lang and Carry O’Neal, owners of Regalia Magnificent Apparel and the very first sponsor for Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Scholarship Organization. “When I heard the first competition for the teen division of Miss America was going to be held in Orlando, our home, I knew we needed to help,” said David. “We study trends and specialize in pageant clothing so we knew we could provide a wardrobe for the first national titleholder that would make her feel comfortable and stand out as a winner!” “I will never forget going to Regalia’s fantastic showroom just days after being crowned the first Miss America’s Outstanding Teen 2006 and being told to try on whatever I wanted!” said Meghan Miller, the first national titleholder. “They outfitted me in the most marvelous dresses, all while making me truly feel like Miss America. It was a teen girl’s dream come true!” Regalia has been wardrobing winners since 1989 in their Orlando Boutique and have developed wonderful relationships with hundreds of state and national titleholders. Over the years, the dynamic duo has offered more than just a few dresses to the winners. They've provided scholarships, sponsored events and connected the organization with national brands for photo shoots and additional sponsorships. “Regalia has been an invaluable asset to the MAOTeen Organization on the national level,” explained Kim Parrish, former President, MAOTeen. “It was not uncommon for David to receive a text or call asking for clothing for a parade appearance or the need for a sponsor for an upcoming event. He would offer his connections to dress designers and shoe suppliers and even helped us provide scholarships. Many clothing stores over the years have come and gone, but I can’t thank David and Carry enough for always being there as MAOTeen’s strongest supporters!” “Words cannot express my gratitude for their support of this organization”, exclaimed Meghan. “MAOTeen is so lucky to have such dedicated and amazing sponsors. Thank you, Carry and David, for always treating the teens like the queens we want to be!” Regalia Magnificent Apparel is located at 813 East Washington Street in Orlando, Florida and welcomes your visit during the MAOTeen competition week.
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PRODUCTION CREDITS JC PRODUCTIONS
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Susan Ables EXECUTIVE PRODUCER OF CONTENT & VIDEOGRAPHY: Jeremy Ables PRODUCER & PRODUCTION DIRECTOR: Frank Byers OMEGA GROUP STAGE MANAGER & CANDIDATE LIAISON: Amanda Yarbrough TAU GROUP STAGE MANAGER & CANDIDATE LIAISON: Evelynn Sheffel CHOREOGRAPHY: JC Productions STAGE DESIGN: JC Productions AUDIO ENGINEER: Eric Pardoe LEAD VIDEO ENGINEER & ANIMATOR: James Bell LIGHTING DIRECTOR: Brian Lee PLAYBACK OPERATOR: Kia Robson JIB OPERATORS: Brandon Chambers and Katie Sims CAMERA OPERATORS: Tyler Baker, Jeremy Grant, Carrington Knight, Jonah Wilson PRODUCTION ASSISTANTS: Tyler Dickerson, Trina Grant, Luke Farve, Isaiah Riddle TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS: Earnest Olvey CONTENT EDITORS: Tyler Baker, Brandon Chambers, Caitlyn Yarbrough
Special Thanks to Chic Event Furniture for providing our Miss America Candidates’ Lounge.
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THANK YOU!
WE EXTEND OUR SINCERE APPRECIATION TO OUR FRIENDS WHO CONTINUE TO OFFER SUPPORT. With your help, we are able to touch the lives of hundreds of young women seeking academic assistance. In the past 16 years we have paid more than $1.5 million in cash scholarships to more than 200 colleges and universities in all 50 states. We extend our gratitude to the many individuals and companies who give their time and financial support!
PREMIERE SPONSOR
BRONZE SPONSORS
(Donations over $25,000)
(Donations of $500 - $999)
Rebel Athletic
Crown Clips
Togatae Designs
Gallagher Insurance
Viper Apparel
Rebel Athletic
PLATINUM SPONSORS
Doug King
(Donations from $5,000 - $9,999)
Butter of London
Tawni Darby
Doll 10 Cosmetics
JC Productions
Miss Hawaii Scholarship Organization
UBeauty Skincare
Miss Montana's Outstanding Teen
Drunk Elephant
Miss Washington Scholarship Organization
GOLD SPONSORS (Donations from $2,500- $4,999)
Regalia Magnificent Apparel Togatae Designs Eco Brothers, Inc. Brittany’s Boutique in NH Viper Apparel Prom and Pageant in MI
WINNER’S PRIZE PACKAGE Wardrobe provided by Viper Apparel in MI $1,000 Wardrobe package provided by Brittany’s Boutique in NH
NoNo! Crepe Erase Girls Know How Books Alma Rose by Becky Nichols Crown Couture Collection by Lindley Julie Mayer Collection Dream Duffel Kate’s Real Food
Touchstone Crystals by Renee Carbone Fleming
Clothing and Accessories from LaraBethBoutique.com, Lara Weber
Eco Brothers, Inc.
SILVER SPONSORS
Ambassador Opportunity with Girls Know How Books
Crown Clips
(Donations of $1,000 - $2,499)
Crown Couture Collection by Lindley
Custom Crown Box, Tote Bag & Blanket provided by Crown Couture Collection by Lindley
Julie Mayer Collection
Crown provided by KA Concepts
Jett Design Co
Sash provided by The Sash Company
The Sash Company Kim Gravel, Belle Beauty on QVC
Photo Shoot from Charity Strickland of Younique Beauty Photography
Samp Law Firm
Benjamin Walk Shoes
IP Horgan Attorneys
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read.repeat. Zach’s Planet MontKush Karma for Cara Tatcha Skincare Southern Panache by Madia Stanton Renee Carbone Fleming with Touchstone Crystal Elizabeth Hunterton, Miss Nevada 2004 Talent Music by Bill Wolfe
MISS AMERICA’S OUTSTANDING TEEN SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION BROUGHT TO YOU BY REBEL ATHLETIC IG: @rebelathleticcheer RebelAthletic.com
SUPPORTING SERVICES Certified Public Accountants Vestal & Wiler, CPAs
COMPETITION MAGAZINE Courtney Van Hagen Serendipity Media, LLC
HOST HOTEL Loews Royal Pacific Resort Loews Sapphire Falls Resort
OFFICIAL HEADSHOT PHOTOGRAPHER Jenn Cady Photography
COMPETITION MAGAZINE PHOTOGRAPHER Janet Linn Photography
MEDICAL CONSULTANT Timothy Baker
WARDROBE PROVIDER Regalia Magnificent Apparel
Points of Light Youth Council Members
SUPPORTING STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS
Eco Brothers
Shantel Krebs
Kim Parrish
Marc Angeli
Shantel Krebs
Brent Adams
Payton May
Julie Hoffman
Ellen Langas, Nousoma Communications
Liz Brown Baily Barger Kim Parrish Jennifer Crawford Steve Frocchi Marcus Neely
CANDIDATE COORDINATORS
Elizabeth Tran
Marianne Ahern, Glad Dogs Nation Trish Tidd, Togatae Designs
MERCHANDISE SALES Brenda Goldsmith Doug King
Mary Bates Kelly Farnan
Bruce Boyajian
Lindley Mayer
Crowd Management Group, LLC
Universal Studios Education Program
Karma for Cara Members
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CENTURY CLUB MEMBERS » Payton May Miss America's Outstanding Teen
» Elizabeth Drewett Miss Louisiana 1992
» Paula Moore » David Appleby » Steve Phan » The Lamontagne Family
Miss New Jersey 1992
» Jennie Boyd » Michael Nash » Allison VanNamen » Susan Shea » Trish Tidd Togatae Designs
» Michael Hannah
» Keith Williams
» Kim Parrish
» Regalia Magnificent Apparel
Miss West Virginia 1992
» Peggy Miller » Mike Miller » Kasie Smith Serendipity Media
» Dr. Donna Newman » Milton Gravely » Trina Pruitt » Debbie & Bob Grill » Winky Freeman » Michele Grzegorczyk » Anita Walker » Shenan Golimbu MAO Board of Directors
» Miss Montana’s Outstanding Teen
» Liz Brown » Patrick Johnson » Stacy Cenedese Miss Wyoming 1992
» Francesca Adler-Baeder in honor of Jessica Baeder, Miss America’s Outstanding Teen 2018
» Gina Cavanaugh » Sharlene Hawkes MAO Board of Directors
» Michelle Solvie » Jennifer Reeves
Chase and Zach Hartman
» Ryan Brown MAO Board of Directors
» Karie Ross MAO Board of Directors
» Aren Straiger
» Barbara Moore
» Sonya Lagore » Beth Jones » Kaulana Chang » Jessica Justice » Thomas May » Ally Brown » Katharyn Nicolle » Bonnie Faulk
MAO Board of Directors
» Rodney Neely » Lewis Arnold » Chris Taylor » KA Concepts » Pamela Renard » Victoria Renard » Nicole Renard » Shantel Krebs MAO Board of Directors
» Kathleen Neville MAO Board of Directors
» Shenan Golimbu MAO Board of Directors
» Patrick Cordes
» Angelique Barnum
» Dennis Momyer
» S. Kennedy Hill-Garcia
» The Povey Family
» Jeffery Halter
» Kathryn Smartnick
» Susan Nicolle » Trish & Jay Povey
MAO Board of Directors
» Timothy Baker
» Eco Brothers, Inc.
» Tammy Spires
» Yvonne Garcia
» Brett & Daniella Bennion
» Muriel Anderson
Miss New Hampshire’s Outstanding Teen Organization
MAO Board of Directors
» Miss Florida Scholarship Program
» Majken Mechling
» Lynne Ulaky
» Jacqueline Reynolds
» Lori Darby
» Doug King Miss Hawaii’s Outstanding Teen Organization
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MAO Board of Directors
» Susan Roarke » Dawn Rix » Madison Wilson » Robert Neeson » Sharlene Hawkes MAO Board of Directors
» Tyreek Moore MAO Board of Directors
» Miss New Hampshire Organization
The Sash Company
» Brent Adams » Lauryn Whitfield » Marc Angeli » Sarah Eash » Alexander Trinh » Bailey Barger » Carolyn O’Riordan » Heather Caponi » Dewana Little Miss Louisiana Organization
» Ashley Byrd Miss South Carolina Scholarship Organization
» Amy Rasmussen Miss Utah's Outstanding Teen Organization
» Rhonda Howdyshell Crown Clips
» Linda Weaver
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