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Welcome to the NH state finals
Distinguished Young Women is a national scholarship program that inspires high school girls to develop their full, individual potential through a fun, transformative experience that culminates in a celebratory showcase of their accomplishments.
By encouraging continued education and providing college scholarships
By developing self-confidence and the abilities to interview effectively, to speak to the public, to perform on stage and to build interpersonal relationships
By encouraging and showcasing excellence in academic achievement, physical fitness, on-stage performance skills, and the ability to think and communicate clearly
By creating opportunities to beneficially inspire the lives of others
Judging Criteria
Distinguished Young Women attracts outstanding participants who demonstrate excellence in all areas of their lives. At all levels, the judging standards and basis of selection are the same They were devised to evaluate the qualities and characteristics in which our program believes every young woman should strive to possess.
The scholastics category is judged by a separate qualified judge. Scholastics Judges consider the following criteria: grade point average, standardized test scores, as well as class curriculum and selection.
In a 10 minute interview and discussion session, the Judges’ panel considers the following criteria: clarity of expression, mental alertness, perception, sense of values, human relations, educated responses, knowledge of current issues and events, and personality.
Each participant is allowed 90 seconds for her talent presentation Judges consider the following criteria: technical ability, originality, appropriateness of selection, costume, and stage presence.
The fitness portion of the program is to evaluate the participants' overall conditioning during a choreographed fitness routine. Judges consider the following criteria: agility, coordination, strength, and stamina
This portion of the program allows the Judges to evaluate the participants' grace, demeanor, self-confidence, and communication skills. Judges consider the following criteria: grace, poise, carriage, posture, composure, appropriateness of dress, and communication ability
Participants
DistinguishedYoungWomanof Salem
Grace Hoover
High School: Salem High School
College Preference: Plymouth State
University
Career Goals: Sales
Talent: Singing, “All I Ask”
DistinguishedYoungWomanof Raymond
Lara Finnegan
High School: Bishop Guertin High School
College Preference: University of Tennessee
Career Goals: Engineer
Talent: Baton Twirling, “Boogie Shoes”
DistinguishedYoungWomanof Derry
Alycia Leriche
High School: New Hampton School
College Preference: The Hartt School
Career Goals: Musical Theatre Performer
Talent: Vocal Performance, “California Dreamin’ ”
The Class of 2025 is eligible for scholarships from colleges and universities across the nation.
Opportunities for all our DYW Participants today
Below are college-granted scholarships offered to qualifying DYW participants
A L B I O N C O L L E G E | A l b i o n , M i c h i g a n
Four year, renewable $1,000 scholarship to any DYW Participant (To qualify, students must apply for admission by December 1st of their senior year of high school)
Four year, renewable Provost Scholarship of $14,500 annually to: Any academically eligible other state (Non-Resident) state participant
H O O D C O L L E G E | F r e d e r i c k , M a r y l a n d
$124,000 Presidential scholarship ($31,000*minimum annually, renewable for up to four years) with maintenance of a 3 25 GPA to: Any DYW participant
J U N I A T A C O L L E G E | H u n t i n g d o n , M a r y l a n d
Four-year, renewable $20,000-$36,000 merit scholarship to any DYW participant; All DYW participants will also receive a four-year renewable $500 award R A N D O L P H C O L L E G E | L y n c h b u r g , V i r g i n i a
All Distinguished Young Women Participants are eligible for the WildCat Commitment awards of:
• $5,000 four-year renewable scholarship to students with 4.0 or higher high school GPA
• $4,000 four-year renewable scholarship to students with 3 75-3 99 high school GPA
• $3,000 four-year renewable scholarship to students with 3.5-3.74 high school GPA
• $2,000 four-year renewable scholarship to students with high school 3 25-3 49 GPA
• $1,000 four-year renewable scholarship to students with high school 3.0-3.24 GPA
Through a combination of merit scholarships, need-based grants, and other incentives, every admitted student who files the FAFSA will receive at least $13,000 in financial commitment from Randolph College.
S O U T H W E S T E R N U N I V E R S I T Y | G e o r g e t o w n , T e x a s
$5,000 renewable four year scholarship to any Distinguished Young Woman participant (from any state)
All applicants for admission to Southwestern will be considered for our general merit scholarships at the time of admission review DYW program awards may be stacked with general scholarship awards from the University
T E N N E S S E E W E S
Four year, renewable $1,000 scholarship, with annual renewal contingent on maintaining a 2 0 cumulative GPA to:
• Any Participant Additional Academic Scholarships, with annual renewal contingent on maintaining a 2 0 cumulative GPA, awarded to Any Participant:
• $14,000 four-year renewable scholarship to students with a 3.86-4.00 high school GPA
• $12,000 four-year renewable scholarship to students with a 3 30-3 85 high school GPA
• $10,000 four-year renewable scholarship to students with a 2.90-3.29 high school GPA
• $8,000 four-year renewable scholarship to students with a 2 89-2 00 high school GP U N I V E R S I T Y O F M
Four-year, renewable half tuition with maintenance of a 3.0 GPA. To qualify, you must have a minimum 27 ACT and 3.0 high school GPA
U N I V E R S I T Y O F W E S T A L A B A M A | L i v i n g s t o n , A
$2,500 four-year renewable Trustee Leadership Scholarship (with maintenance of a 3 0 GPA) to any local or state participant (with at least a 19 ACT)
Trustee Academic Scholarships at UWA start at a 21 composite ACT and 3 0 HS GPA and can be partially stacked with the DYW award so qualified participants can receive the full amount for their highest award plus half of the next
One year, scholarship of $1,500 per semester to: Any Distinguished Young Woman participant C A R R O L L C O L L
Opportunities for State Scholastic Award Winner
Below are college-granted scholarships offered to the winner(s) of the Scholastic Award, meaning she earned the highest recognition in this category at her state program
n a Four-year renewable scholarship of $24,000, with annual renewal contingent on maintaining a 2.0 or higher college GPA C
Four-year renewable Presidential Scholarship ($40,000 annually/$160,000 total award) to: State level Overall Scholastics Winner Must apply and qualify for Freshman Admission. Scholarship is renewable provided student maintains full time attendance and GPA requirements
*If a student receives a scholarship of higher value from the college, that scholarship will replace the scholarship associated with Distinguished Young Women Please see DYW website for additional details regarding college-granted scholarships
The Class of 2025 is eligible for scholarships from colleges and universities across the nation
Opportunities for our State Winner today
Below are college-granted scholarships offered to the winner(s) of our state program
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Four-year renewable Presidential Scholarship ($40,000 annually/$160,000 total award) to: Any State Winner
Must apply and qualify for Freshman Admission. Scholarship is renewable provided student maintains full time attendance and GPA requirements
H O O D C O L L E G E | F r e d e r i c k , M a r y l a n d Four year, renewable full tuition scholarship with maintenance of a 3 25 GPA
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Four-year, renewable scholarship of $3,000 per semester to: State Winner
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Four-year, renewable $7,500 scholarship to: Any National Program participant
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Four-year, renewable full tuition scholarship, limited to one award per class, to Any State Winner with a minimum 30 ACT and 3.7 HS GPA H U N
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$18,000 renewable, four-year scholarships to Any State Winner
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Four-year, renewable full tuition scholarship to: Any State Winner (limited to 5 awards per year) T E X A S L U
Four-year, renewable $20,000-$36,000 merit scholarship to any DYW participant; Any State Winner will also receive a four-year renewable $1,000 award
Four year, renewable $2,000 scholarship to: Any State Winner
Four year, renewable $1,500 scholarship to: Any State First Runner-Up
Four year, renewable $1,000 scholarship to: Any State Second Runner-Up
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$10,000 Chancellor’s Scholarship & $1,250 Study Abroad Scholarship to Any State Winner
Trojan Opportunity Expanded Scholarship valued at the out-of-state portion of tuition costs for four years with maintenance of 2 7 GPA to Any State Winner with 3 0 GPA and 20 ACT
U N I V E R S I T Y O F A L A B A M A | T
Four-year award for the value of a Presidential scholarship to: Any State Winner
If student receives a merit-based automatic offer that is less than a Presidential, this designation will bump them to the Presidential A student cannot receive both a merit-based award and program-based tuition award Should student already be receiving a Presidential Scholarship, they will receive a $2,000/year stipend, $300/year book scholarship, and a one-time $3,000 study abroad stipend If National Representative has already received Presidential Scholarship, will only receive the housing scholarship and study abroad stipend
U N I V E R S I T Y O F A L A
One-year, stackable scholarship of $1,000 to: Any State Winner
*Must be admitted for the fall semester following HS graduation Must submit the General Application in UAB’s Blazer Scholarship Management and Resource Tool and complete four additional questions. One of these additional questions requires you to upload written verification of your participation/selection from DYW Deadline for completing the scholarship application is May 31
U N I V E R S I T Y O F S O U T H A L
m a Four-year, renewable full tuition and fees scholarship with maintenance of a 3.0 GPA to Any State winner with 30 ACT or 1360 SAT and 3 0 GPA
After acceptance to USA, incoming first-time freshman will automatically be reviewed for the Freshman Admission awards
Kianna Harlow DYW of NH 2023
Awarded$1,00000incash scholarshipsatthestatelevel
AttendstheUniver Alabamaonanadditio fulltuitionscholarship over$120,000
KateCh DYWofN
Awarded$1,0 scholarshipsatthestatelevel
AttendstheUniversityof Alabamaonanadditional4year, fulltuitionscholarshipvalued over$120,000
CaseyChamberlin DYWofNH2021
Awarded$1,22500incash scholarshipsatthestatelevel
AttendsHoodCollegein additional4 scholarship at$170,000
*If a student receives a scholarship of higher value cholarship will replace the scholarship associated with Distinguished Young Women Please see DY details regarding college-granted scholarships
JUDGES
Celia Botto
Celia an educational program coordinator and published author With ten years of classroom experience, ranging from kindergarten to high school, Celia has obtained multiple teaching certifications, including an active experienced educator license in General Special Education (K-12) and MEd in Curriculum and Instruction Currently, she is the Special Education Resource Program Coordinator for Pinkerton Academy In addition to her leadership position, she is the advisor of Pinkerton Academy’s Chess Club which aims to encourage the participation of young women in the world of chess In October 2024, Celia’s debut children’s book, When Ayden Paints the Sky, was released to local success The story explores themes of neurodiversity and self-expression through art and is currently being used as course material in classrooms throughout New England She is currently working on her second book
Kathryn Conway
Kathryn is Director of Marketing Communications at UpReach Therapeutic Equestrian Center. Her diverse skill set includes experience in the areas of corporate event design and marketing, communications, nonprofit program administration and development A life-long and passionate fan of the horse, Kathryn is committed to helping humans connect with horses to improve lives. UpReach offers unique and innovative programming to improve overall physical and mental well-being for all
Michael Dimarino
Michael DiMarino has been an educator and basketball coach with over 20 years of experience shaping minds and inspiring athletes A scholar in his field, he holds three advanced degrees in education Prior to dedicating his life to teaching, Michael played professional basketball in Europe, showcasing his talent on an international stage His excellence has been recognized through numerous accolades, including being named Massachusetts Teacher of the Year twice and Massachusetts Coach of the Year Beyond his professional achievements, Michael is a passionate traveler who finds joy in exploring the world and serving others
Carrie Sunde
A classically trained ballerina, Carrie attended the Boston Ballet School, demonstrating her artistic versatility Additionally, she is a graduate of Syracuse University's esteemed Newhouse School of Public Communications, where she earned a bachelor's degree in Public Relations She participated in and won a prestigious local scholarship program title in 2013, then secured a place as a Top 10 finalist in the state competition that same year Her commitment to the scholarship program community endures through her role as a board member of the Miss Massachusetts Scholarship Foundation, where she plays an active role in empowering young women In her professional life, Carrie serves as an Executive Assistant in Boston, while simultaneously excelling as a content creator with a significant online presence She has garnered over 20,000 followers on Instagram and amassed more than 10 million views across her digital platforms, establishing herself as an influential figure in the digital sphere
Liliana Oro Tapia
Liliana Oro Tapia graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s in science on Management and Engineering for Manufacturing Currently, she is a student at Boston University Questrom School of Business enrolled in their MBA program. Liliana is a Senior Supply Chain and Materials Engineer in the Chemical Manufacturing field. She enjoys crafting, gardening, and traveling She is an accomplished individual who describes herself as a mother of a 5-year-old girl, a happy wife, a reliable professional, a good student, and someone with a decent sense of humor
Vanessa Tracey
Vanessa Tracey is currently an Associate Dean of Students at Pinkerton Academy Prior to becoming a school administrator, she was a Social Studies Teacher She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in History and Secondary Education from Saint Anselm College as well as a Master’s Degree in Education Administration During her time as an undergraduate, she studied abroad at Saint Mary’s University in London Vanessa enjoys traveling and has visited over 15 countries and can’t wait to add more to her list! In her spare time, she enjoyed participating in book clubs, enjoying nature walks with her family and volunteering for ALS charity events
Laurie Gilbert - Scholastics Judge & Auditor
Laurie was selected as the 2019 High School Teacher of the Year by the Nashua Education Foundation She is currently in her 27th year of teaching and is the lead high school Teacher of the Deaf in the Signs of Learning Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program in Nashua, NH In addition to teaching, Laurie is one of two NAD Master Level American Sign Language Interpreters in the State of NH and works closely with the NH Department of Education consulting on legislation related to Deaf Education and Educational Interpreting issues Laurie also spends large amounts of time providing interpreting services and presenting workshops related to the effects of hearing loss in the classroom Laurie graduated from Plymouth State College and earned her Master's Degree in Deaf Education from Gallaudet University in Washington, DC Her education was funded in large part by participation in scholarship programs
Class of 2024 Awards
The Class of 2024 shared in $152,500 in cash scholarships at the national level and more than $1.2 BILLION in college-granted scholarships available to them by taking part in the Distinguished Young Women experience
F I N A L A W A R D S DISTINGUISHED YOUNG WOMAN OF AMERICA • $40,000
Alicia Chu Delaware
FIRST RUNNER-UP • $20,000
Nariah Mullns Tennessee
SECOND RUNNER-UP • $15,000
Haynes Lewis North Carolina
THIRD RUNNER-UP • $10,000
Ellen Fei Kentucky
FINALISTS • $5,000
Noor El Kereamy California
Mikah Jones Idaho Grace
Chu Texas Nesara Shree Oregon
SATELLITE AWARDS
JOY MITCHELL GRODNICK SPIRIT AWARD • $2,000
Moira Larson Massachuesetts
DR RICHARD B ROGERS STEM SCHOLARSHIP • $2,000
CATEGORY AWARDS
INTERVIEW • $1,000
Haynes Lewis NC
Alicia Chu DE
SCHOLASTICS • $1,000
Ellen Fei KY
Elise Tao NJ
TALENT • $1,000
Alicia Chu DE
Narirah Mullins TN
FITNESS • $1,000
Corrina Clark MI
DeAsia Jones AL
SELF-EXPRESSION • $1,000
Vic Bullard RI
Mikah Jones ID
Nesara Shree OR Nariah Mullins TN
Alicia Chu DE Lily Peng MD
Sophia Mun US Katilyn Bonds IN
Mikah Jones ID Nariah Mullins TN
Nesara Shree OR Zoe Bernstein VT
CHICK-FIL-A BE YOUR BEST SELF AWARD COPELAND • $1,250 EACH
Hiyun Lee Arizona
Nicole Wu Texas
MD
WI
MI
Moira Larson MA
Chu DE
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TELL ME A STORY
Nesara Shree Oregon • $2,500
Haynes Lewis North Carolina Hailey Deltener North Dakota
Press Register/AL com
DISTINGUISHED DIARY AWARD • $1,000
Ruby Gutzmann Nebraska
COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD
by Maureen Sullivan Collins presented by the Hyman Family in honor of in honor of
Foundation • $1,000
Noor El Kereamy California
NATIONAL PANHELLENIC CONFERENCE/NPC FOUNDATION AWARD
•$1,000 EACH
Madison Book Louisiana Kenznie Moore Montgomery County, AL 2024
Angela Yang Los Angeles County, CA 2024
DISTINGUISHED VLOGGER AWARD
Rosie Shultz Louisiana 2023
AMY OSMOND COOK CLASS OF 2023 HAS BEEN AWARD • $2,000
Emma Moreau Maine 2023
ROXANN DYESS HAS BEEN SPIRIT AWARD • $2,000
Juliana Guest South Carolina 2023
DISTINGUISHED OUTREACH AWARD • $1,000
Akira Lewis Sugar-Salem, ID
REGGIE AND BETTY
ROXANN DYESS
$1,000
Maggie Feng
Alicia
Lily Peng
Corrina Clark
DISTINGUISHED YOUNG WOMAN OF AMERICA FOR 2024 Alicia Chu
Delaware’s Alicia Chu was named Distinguished Young Woman of America for 2024 during the 67th National Finals.
Alicia is a graduate of Archmere Academy. Her academic honors include being named a National Merit Scholar; National Honor Society, French NHS, and Science NHS
Outside of the classroom, Alicia is passionate about operastyle singing, Mock Trial, as well as Youth & Government, which she has been doing since 8th grade.
Aside from those passions, the initiative Alicia devotes a lot of her time to is menstrual equity. She helps organize fundraisers for period products and hopes to research the connection between a woman’s cycle and her ability to sing. In the fall, Alicia will attend Harvard University, where she will major in Social Studies. She then hopes to attain a dualdegree with the New England Conservatory to gain her Master’s in Voice & Opera.
With $44,000 in total cash scholarships and a gold medallion, Alicia will represent the Class of 2024 as Distinguished Young Woman of America for this year.
FUN FACTS
Alicia loves visiting senior centers in her spare time to perform classic music for the residents.
She is most excited about trying new things and experiences in college - especially joining the ballroom dance team, traveling, and figuring out her passions
When asked what she indulges in, she says she loves watching the hit show “Suits” and snacking on the Chili & Lime Flavored Rolled Corn Tortilla Chips from Trader Joe’s
Little known fact about Alicia? She was a child actor! Though she’s a bit shy about it now, she says it was a fun opportunity to have when she was younger
When asked who inspires her, Alicia says her “support system.” Having mentors to look up to through the entire DYW process helped her gain insight and prepare for this new role
LEFT TO RIGHT, CLOCKWISE: Alicia participating in the Fitness category; Touring the USS Alabama Battleship; Waving after being named DYW 2024; Taking a photo of the photographer taking a photo of her; Hyping up the crowd at community night; performing her talent on stage
Kylie Chamberlin
New Hampshire
The Distinguished Young Woman of New Hampshire for 2024 is Kylie Chamberlin, from Pelham.
Achievements:
National Honor Society • National English Honor Society • Science
National Honor Society • Spanish National Honor Society • High Honors Grades 9-12 • 2nd Runner-up at a State Scholarship Program 2022 • Saint Michael's College Junior Book Award • Overall Fitness Award at a State Scholarship Program 2022 • New Hampshire Scholar • Varsity Volleyball Coaches Award
Activities:
Pelham Varsity Volleyball Team • Granite State Volleyball Club • Barista - Nutrition Corner/Fuel Good • Local Titleholder for a State Scholarship Program 2018-2023 • Future Business Leader of America (FBLA) • Granite State Volleyball Club Summer League Coach
Additional:
Auxiliary to VFW Post 10722 - Performed for veterans, helped serve/set up/clean up for events. • Middle School Volleyball CoachTaught the basics of volleyball/role model for the students. • Operation Care for Troops - Organized yearly volleyball charity game. Pack items for troops. • Local Senior Center - Volunteered at holiday events & distributed cards & gifts during holidays.
Currently, Kylie attends the Stonehill College studying to one day become an orthodontist!
Be Your Best Self
Class of 2023 state representatives shared the message of Be Your Best Self with more than 5,000 children across the country
Founded in 1987, the Be Your Best Self (BYBS) program is the official outreach program of Distinguished Young Women In keeping with our mission, the program provides an opportunity for participants to beneficially impact the lives of children in their communities.
The simple and practical message of the Be Your Best Self program is carried across the country through dynamic and engaging presentations created by Distinguished Young Women participants at all levels (local, state and national)
Care for your physical and mental health
The Be Your Best Self program seeks to encourage young people to lead successful and productive lives Participants delivering the BYBS message use their personal experiences and unique talents to create presentations that inspire leaders for the future Be Healthy, Be Involved, Be Studious, Be Ambitious and Be Responsible are the five elements that help define what it means to Be Your Best Self. This year, Distinguished Young Women celebrated its sixteenth annual National Be Your Best Self Week, a nationwide event that took place April 22-26. During the week, Distinguished Young Women participants across the country visited with groups of children in their communities and via social media to share the Be Your Best Self message. As a result, thousands of young people learned what it means to be their best selves and how they can work toward a bright and productive future
Distinguished Young Women is proud to offer a special scholarship award in conjunction with the Be Your Best Self program, the Distinguished Outreach Award Any young woman who participated in a 2024 Distinguished Young Women program at the local or state level (excludes state winners) and participated in National Be Your Best Self Week was eligible to compete for the award The recipient of the 2024 Distinguished Outreach Award is Akirah Lewis of the Sugar/Salem local program in Idaho The Be Your Best Self Scholarship Selection Committee consists of Dora Guo, Emily Lloyd Herman, Bliss McMichael, Lisa Laney, Kristi Laxson, Janequa Youmans and Taylor Garretson.
BRING BYBS TO YOUR COMMUNITY! Want a BYBS presentation at your organization or school? Contact Lisa@DistinguishedYW org to find the program closest to you
TOP TO BOTTOM: Kristen Logan, the 1988 National Representative, gives a Be Your Best Self presentation at Junior Achievement; 2023 Distinguished Outreach recipient, Finley Richardson
Serve your community
Set and achieve goals
Live by moral and ethical principles
Stay in school and be a lifelong learner
scholarships leadership life skills
in the Class of 2026, this program is for
Distinguished Young Women of New Hampshire is part of a national program that empowers young women to reach their full potential by providing scholarships, life skills workshops (like interview), and a positive peer network. PLUS showcase your abilities and what makes you, uniquely YOU!
DistinguishedYW.org
Deadline: December 2025
JuniorMisses&DistinguishedYoungWomen New Hampshire
1959 Ellen Czaja, Concord
1960 Barbara May Clair, Manchester
1961 Patricia Gagne, Manchester
1962 Evelyn Ruth Carr, Salem
1963 Karen Daly, Manchester
1964 Janine Duguay, Manchester
1965 Barbara McKuskie, Nashua
1966 Elsie LeBlanc, Manchester
1967 Jane Eaton, New Ipswich
1968 BarbaraJo Harden, Manchester
1969 Michelle Cote, Manchester
1970 Constance Kotrotsios, Manchester
1971 Elise Pauline Natale, Plymouth
1972 Cathenne A. Burnham, Goffstown
1973 Karen Brockway, Milford
1974 Melinda Cote, Manchester
1975 Lenore Sullivan, Manchester (Overall Scholastic Winner at Nationals)
1976 Monica Skiathitis, Manchester
1977 Lynn Madore, Bedford
1978 Michelle Gosselin, Manchester
1979 Pati Monahan, Newton
1980 Andrea Ouellette, Bedford
1981 Sarah Zachos, Manchester
1982 Sue McCormack, Manchester
1983 Yeonok Seo, Merrimack
1984 Amanda Ober, Bedford
1985 Mary Beth Child, Manchester
1986 Christine Montplaisir, Manchest
1987 Sarahjayne Goding, Durham
1988 Juliane Fauteux, Epsom
1989 Krista Fairbairn, New Boston
1990 Holly Wilmont, Sandown
1991 Michelle Tolson, Manchester
1992 Hue Minh Lu, Manchester
1993 Krystyn Rozalla Legg, Derry
1994 Lindsay Camp Smith, Hampton
1995 Jennifer Laura Riley, Concord
1996 Miriam Rose Friedel, Concord
1997 Laura Dunlop, New London
1998 Natalie Mullen, Manchester
1999 Katherine Leigh Watts, Manche
2000 Julie Blume, Hopkinton (Finalist at Nationals)
2001 Diane Martinez, Nashua
2002 Meghan Dann, Hopkinton
2003 Lisa Charest, Manchester
2004 Lindsay Kleerman, Bedford
2005 Kaitlin Dann, Hopkinton
2006 Kayla Shepard, Manchester
2007 Tara Fairweather, Manchester
2008 Meaghan Biggio, Nashua
2009 Nichole Iacuzio, Derry
2010 Hilary Gorgol, Londonderry
2011 Monica Vendituoli, Nashua
2012 Stephanie Brady, Newmarket
2013 Kaylee Oberlies, Manchester
2014 Josie Lydick, Derry
2015 Katherine (Katie) Smith, Merrimack
2016 MacKenzie Howe, Hooksett
2017 Katrina Wilson, Rindge
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Special Thanks to:
NH State Chairperson: Eve Marie Lynch
Emcee:
Stephanie Brady Jensen, Distinguished Young Woman of NH 2012
Stage & Production:
Hilary Gorgol, Distinguished Young Woman of NH 2010
Lifeskills Workshops:
Kylie Chamberlin, Distinguished Young Woman of NH 2024
Casey Chamberlin, Distinguished Young Woman of NH 2021
Sound & Light Board Operator/Production Tech: Mark Beland
Judges’ Chair & Communications Coordinator:
Nichole Iacuzio O’Brien, New Hampshire's Junior Miss 2009
Front of House Volunteer:
Sarahjayne Goding Howland, New Hampshire's Junior Miss 1987
Thank you to the many people who helped make this program possible, those who donated raffles, provided food, and many other behind the scenes actions, as well as to the parents who have supported your daughters competing today, including the Chamberlin Family and Liliana Oro Tapia for creating our fitness t-shirts!
Thank you to all our “Has-Beens” who continue to return & support our state program each year!
National Sponsors
Distinguished Young Women is grateful to all of our national sponsors who make each year’s program possible through their generous contributions toward scholarships and the ongoing operation of the nationwide program.
National Finals: June 26, 27, & 28, 2025