Miss Ohio 2015 Program Book

OUTSTANDING TEEN & PRINCESS CAMP JUNE 17TH 7:00 PM

PRELIMINARIES

FINALS & CROWNING

JUNE 18TH & 19TH PRESHOW 7:05 PM SHOW 7:30 PM

JUNE 20TH PRESHOW 7:05 PM SHOW 7:30 PM

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Depuis / Since 1957

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Depuis / Since 1957

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Miss America

Mackenzie Bart MISS OHIO 2014

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Miss America

Mackenzie Bart MISS OHIO 2014

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Appearances

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Family, Friends, Supporters

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Class of 2014

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Community Arts

www.lockone.org

Lock One Community Arts

Stars on Stage

BE CALM MATT BOYD PHOTOGRAPHY

Lock One

Toledo Symphony

October 18 • 2015 • 3:00pm

AND

Sparkle ON

Phil Dirt & The Dozers November 15 • 2015 • 3:00pm

The Glenn Miller

Orchestra- Christmas show December 6 • 2015 • 3:00pm

Mike Super

MissAlexis West Central Ohio Richter

MATT BOYD PHOTOGRAPHY

Season Tickets Available!

Call for your tickets today

567-356-2048

Magician & Illusion February 14 • 2016 • 3:00pm

Three Men and a Tenor April 10 • 2016 • 3:00pm BY

POPULAR

MissAlexis West Central Ohio Richter SELECT

ST MARYS, OHIO

419 -305-4106

Lock One Community Arts

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2015-2016

All performances at New Bremen High School James F. Dicke Auditorium

TIM HEMMELGARN

419-629-2683 800-700-0405

REQUEST

Season Tickets: All Five Shows for $100 Adult & $55 Student * (savings of $30) Season Tickets on Sale June 15, 2015 • Individual Tickets $25-$30 on sale August 16, 2015

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Sarah Clapper

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Growing for the Future

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Getting Kids Active

Let’s Play is a community partnership led by Dr Pepper Snapple Group to get kids and Families active nationwide.

Like the Miss Ohio Scholarship Program, Seven-Up/Snapple has a long history of dedication to community service and represents positive American values.

Seven-Up/Snapple is proud to be the title sponsor of the 2015 Pageant.

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Let’s Play is a community partnership led by Dr Pepper Snapple Group to get kids and Families active nationwide.

Like the Miss Ohio Scholarship Program, Seven-Up/Snapple has a long history of dedication to community service and represents positive American values.

Seven-Up/Snapple is proud to be the title sponsor of the 2015 Pageant.

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Special Awards

The 2014 Miss Ohio contestants shared

$40,150 in scholarship awards. The program salutes the individual and corporate sponsors of these awards for the 25 contestants. Pageant officials are proud to proclaim that winners aren’t the only ones who come away with the scholarships from the competition. Thousands of dollars are awarded on the preliminary and state levels to the young women who vie for the title of Miss Ohio each year.

Our semifinalist each received $1,000 scholarship awards that were generously donated by Pat Anthony, Dan & Lois Robertson, Taylor Metal Products, Blevins Fabrication Corp, ArcelorMittal and Graham Chevrolet. Each non-semifinalist received a $400 scholarship for participating in the 2014 Miss Ohio Scholarship Program courtesy of ArcelorMittal, The Waterford, Mansfield Motor Group, The Family of Kathy Bradshaw, Phillips Manufacturing, Tree Frog Canopy Tours, Sluss Reality, Kissel & Associates, Miss America and the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Miss Ohio Program.

FIRST RUNNER-UP Kara Mitchell – Miss Northwestern Ohio SECOND RUNNER-UP Camille Dyquingco – Miss Ohio River MISS OHIO 2014 Mackenzie Bart FOURTH RUNNER-UP Allison Vance - Miss Cuyahoga County THIRD RUNNER-UP Kristy Ressler – Miss Oxford

SEMIFINALISTS

PRELIMINARY WINNERS

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Alexis Richter Miss Capital City

Alissa Brumbaugh Miss Miami Valley

Hannah-Jo Weisberg Miss Vacationland

Jenna DePizzo Miss North Central

Lindsay Hanson Miss Clayland

Sarah Clapper Miss Maple City

Alexis Richter Miss Capital City Talent

Kara Mitchell Miss Northwestern Ohio- Swimsuit

Alissa Brumbaugh Miss Miami Valley Swimsuit

Mackenzie Bart Miss Montgomery County- Talent

Photo Credits: Sylvart Studios

MACKENZIE BART BECOMES MISS OHIO 2014 Mackenzie Bart, Miss Montgomery County was crowned Miss Ohio 2014 and won a $10,000 Newman Technology Scholarship. Mackenzie also won a $500 Preliminary Talent Award, $500 Grand Talent Award, $500 Ya Ya Sisters Award and $1,000 Miss America Community Service Scholarship. Mackenzie walked away with a total of $12,500 in scholarships.

CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS “MIRACLE MAKER” AWARD The partnership between the Miss America Organization and the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals has resulted in more than 11 million dollars being raised for CMNH. Miss America has chosen to recognize Miss Crystal Lake, Samantha Hartings with the CMNH Miracle Maker Trophy for her Outstanding Fundraising and thanks to The Couts Family, a $250 scholarship.

INTERVIEW WINNERS The Interview is one of the most important phases of competition.

The Interview Award of Distinction, sponsored by Shaun and Kimberly Kanary was presented to two recipients. A $500 scholarship went to semifinalist Kara Mitchell, Miss Northwestern Ohio. The $500 non-semifinalist winner was Chelsi Howman, Miss Mohican Valley.

NONSEMIFINALIST TALENT WINNERS Two participants on the Miss Ohio Stage, Miss Shawnee, Gabby Bailey and Miss North Coast, Veronica Wende, each received a $500 scholarship for the non-Semifinalists talent awards. These awards were possible because of the generosity of Gretchen Hickok.

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Special Awards

The 2014 Miss Ohio contestants shared

$40,150 in scholarship awards. The program salutes the individual and corporate sponsors of these awards for the 25 contestants. Pageant officials are proud to proclaim that winners aren’t the only ones who come away with the scholarships from the competition. Thousands of dollars are awarded on the preliminary and state levels to the young women who vie for the title of Miss Ohio each year.

Our semifinalist each received $1,000 scholarship awards that were generously donated by Pat Anthony, Dan & Lois Robertson, Taylor Metal Products, Blevins Fabrication Corp, ArcelorMittal and Graham Chevrolet. Each non-semifinalist received a $400 scholarship for participating in the 2014 Miss Ohio Scholarship Program courtesy of ArcelorMittal, The Waterford, Mansfield Motor Group, The Family of Kathy Bradshaw, Phillips Manufacturing, Tree Frog Canopy Tours, Sluss Reality, Kissel & Associates, Miss America and the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and the Miss Ohio Program.

FIRST RUNNER-UP Kara Mitchell – Miss Northwestern Ohio SECOND RUNNER-UP Camille Dyquingco – Miss Ohio River MISS OHIO 2014 Mackenzie Bart FOURTH RUNNER-UP Allison Vance - Miss Cuyahoga County THIRD RUNNER-UP Kristy Ressler – Miss Oxford

SEMIFINALISTS

PRELIMINARY WINNERS

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Alexis Richter Miss Capital City

Alissa Brumbaugh Miss Miami Valley

Hannah-Jo Weisberg Miss Vacationland

Jenna DePizzo Miss North Central

Lindsay Hanson Miss Clayland

Sarah Clapper Miss Maple City

Alexis Richter Miss Capital City Talent

Kara Mitchell Miss Northwestern Ohio- Swimsuit

Alissa Brumbaugh Miss Miami Valley Swimsuit

Mackenzie Bart Miss Montgomery County- Talent

Photo Credits: Sylvart Studios

MACKENZIE BART BECOMES MISS OHIO 2014 Mackenzie Bart, Miss Montgomery County was crowned Miss Ohio 2014 and won a $10,000 Newman Technology Scholarship. Mackenzie also won a $500 Preliminary Talent Award, $500 Grand Talent Award, $500 Ya Ya Sisters Award and $1,000 Miss America Community Service Scholarship. Mackenzie walked away with a total of $12,500 in scholarships.

CHILDREN’S MIRACLE NETWORK HOSPITALS “MIRACLE MAKER” AWARD The partnership between the Miss America Organization and the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals has resulted in more than 11 million dollars being raised for CMNH. Miss America has chosen to recognize Miss Crystal Lake, Samantha Hartings with the CMNH Miracle Maker Trophy for her Outstanding Fundraising and thanks to The Couts Family, a $250 scholarship.

INTERVIEW WINNERS The Interview is one of the most important phases of competition.

The Interview Award of Distinction, sponsored by Shaun and Kimberly Kanary was presented to two recipients. A $500 scholarship went to semifinalist Kara Mitchell, Miss Northwestern Ohio. The $500 non-semifinalist winner was Chelsi Howman, Miss Mohican Valley.

NONSEMIFINALIST TALENT WINNERS Two participants on the Miss Ohio Stage, Miss Shawnee, Gabby Bailey and Miss North Coast, Veronica Wende, each received a $500 scholarship for the non-Semifinalists talent awards. These awards were possible because of the generosity of Gretchen Hickok.

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MINA O’GUINN AWARD

HERLIHY AWARD HONORS TWO CONTESTANTS The Miss Ohio Program has honored two young ladies each year since the passing of one of the most important people involved in the program, Paul Herlihy. Two $500 scholarships are awarded in his honor. The new contestant was Miss Portsmouth, Elise Budowanec. The returning contestant was Miss North Central Ohio, Jenna DePizzo. The Paul Herlihy Memorial Contribution Fund was established in his name to remember his dedication and love for the program. Paul’s wife Sharon and his daughter Terri will continue to honor his memory by supporting the program that they also love.

AMERICANISM SCHOLARSHIPS Miss Greater Cleveland, Allison Goodwin and Miss Cuyahoga County, Allison Vance each won an Americanism Essay Award scholarship at $250 to further their education.

Marlene Bisel, Jennifer and Macy Tetrick graciously provided our Americanism Essay Awards.

COMMUNITY SERVICE HONORED

The Tim O’Guinn Family awards a $500 scholarship in memory of Mina O’Guinn, a long time pageant director and friend from Marion, Ohio.

This scholarship went to Miss North Central Ohio, Jenna DePizzo.

Sarah Clapper, Miss Maple City and Miss Heart of Ohio Justin O’Flaherty, each won a $250 scholarship for their Community Service Essay award from the Mansfield Kiwanis Club.

JIM & BETTY ESTEP MEMORIAL AWARD The Jim & Betty Estep Award for Outstanding Classical Performance scholarship in the amount of $500 is provided by Randy and Mary Schroeder. The award was presented to Alexis Richter, Miss Capital City.

MISS AMERICA AWARDS TWO OHIO CONTESTANTS The Miss America Organization provides a $1,000 scholarship to one Ohio contestant for her community service activities and one Ohio contestant for her academics. The Community Service $1,000 scholarship went to Mackenzie Bart, Miss Montgomery County. The $1,000 Academic scholarship went to Jenna DePizzo, Miss North Central Ohio.

STYLE, PERSONALITY, POSITIVE ATTITUDE The Ya Ya Sisters have awarded a $500 scholarship to a contestant based on their style, personality and overall positive attitude.

They chose Miss Montgomery County, Mackenzie Bart. This award was donated by the YaYa Sisters, Kay Hall, Jo’D Rice, Kelly Carpenter and Sherri Hoselton.

POISE & ELEGANCE AWARD This scholarship award of $250 was generously donated by the Warholic Family and went to Miss Hilliard, Cecili Webber.

PHOTOGENIC AWARD

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GRAND TALENT AWARD

DANCE TALENT AWARD

The Grand Talent Award, sponsored by ADA Architects, is a $500 scholarship presented each year to the contestant with the highest scored talent. This scholarship went to Miss Montgomery County, Mackenzie Bart.

The Dancer Award of $250 sponsored by Rapid Mailing Services went to Camille Dyquingco, Miss Ohio River.

The Richland Mall Photogenic Award went to Kristy Ressler, Miss Oxford.

Special Awards THERESA ANN WAGNER COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE The Family of Theresa Ann has donated scholarships in her name since her untimely passing in 1992. Theresa, a former Miss Ohio contestant, defined the meaning of love, beauty, spirit and commitment. This year’s award went to Sarah Clapper, Miss Maple City and was donated by Jim & Drena McCurdy, Stephanie, Mike, Theresa-Ann and Isabelle Jedra and family.

PRELIMINARY AWARD WINNERS Thanks to the generous donation from Richland Bank, each of our preliminary winners received scholarships. Our preliminary swimsuit winners each received a $500 scholarship. The preliminary swimsuit winners were Kara Mitchell, Miss Northwestern Ohio and Alissa Brumbaugh, Miss Miami Valley. Our preliminary talent winners each received a $500 scholarship. The preliminary talent winners were Alexis Richter, Miss Capital City and Mackenzie Bart, Miss Montgomery County.

FINALIST SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED In addition to the scholarship provided to the new Miss Ohio, our four finalists earned a total of $9,500 in scholarship dollars. First runner-up Kara Mitchell received a $3,500 scholarship sponsored

by MedCentral, the McCracken Family and Constance Care Home Health Care and The Miss Ohio Program. Camille Dyquingco, second runnerup, received a $2,500 scholarship provided by the Mansfield Noon Optimists. Third runner-up Kristy Ressler received a $2,000 scholarship sponsored

by Tree Frog Canopy Tours and the Mansfield Elks.

The fourth runner-up, Alison Vance, received a $1,500 scholarship provided by McDonalds and Tree Frog Canopy Tours.

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Special Awards

MINA O’GUINN AWARD

HERLIHY AWARD HONORS TWO CONTESTANTS The Miss Ohio Program has honored two young ladies each year since the passing of one of the most important people involved in the program, Paul Herlihy. Two $500 scholarships are awarded in his honor. The new contestant was Miss Portsmouth, Elise Budowanec. The returning contestant was Miss North Central Ohio, Jenna DePizzo. The Paul Herlihy Memorial Contribution Fund was established in his name to remember his dedication and love for the program. Paul’s wife Sharon and his daughter Terri will continue to honor his memory by supporting the program that they also love.

AMERICANISM SCHOLARSHIPS Miss Greater Cleveland, Allison Goodwin and Miss Cuyahoga County, Allison Vance each won an Americanism Essay Award scholarship at $250 to further their education.

Marlene Bisel, Jennifer and Macy Tetrick graciously provided our Americanism Essay Awards.

COMMUNITY SERVICE HONORED

The Tim O’Guinn Family awards a $500 scholarship in memory of Mina O’Guinn, a long time pageant director and friend from Marion, Ohio.

This scholarship went to Miss North Central Ohio, Jenna DePizzo.

Sarah Clapper, Miss Maple City and Miss Heart of Ohio Justin O’Flaherty, each won a $250 scholarship for their Community Service Essay award from the Mansfield Kiwanis Club.

JIM & BETTY ESTEP MEMORIAL AWARD The Jim & Betty Estep Award for Outstanding Classical Performance scholarship in the amount of $500 is provided by Randy and Mary Schroeder. The award was presented to Alexis Richter, Miss Capital City.

MISS AMERICA AWARDS TWO OHIO CONTESTANTS The Miss America Organization provides a $1,000 scholarship to one Ohio contestant for her community service activities and one Ohio contestant for her academics. The Community Service $1,000 scholarship went to Mackenzie Bart, Miss Montgomery County. The $1,000 Academic scholarship went to Jenna DePizzo, Miss North Central Ohio.

STYLE, PERSONALITY, POSITIVE ATTITUDE The Ya Ya Sisters have awarded a $500 scholarship to a contestant based on their style, personality and overall positive attitude.

They chose Miss Montgomery County, Mackenzie Bart. This award was donated by the YaYa Sisters, Kay Hall, Jo’D Rice, Kelly Carpenter and Sherri Hoselton.

POISE & ELEGANCE AWARD This scholarship award of $250 was generously donated by the Warholic Family and went to Miss Hilliard, Cecili Webber.

PHOTOGENIC AWARD

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GRAND TALENT AWARD

DANCE TALENT AWARD

The Grand Talent Award, sponsored by ADA Architects, is a $500 scholarship presented each year to the contestant with the highest scored talent. This scholarship went to Miss Montgomery County, Mackenzie Bart.

The Dancer Award of $250 sponsored by Rapid Mailing Services went to Camille Dyquingco, Miss Ohio River.

The Richland Mall Photogenic Award went to Kristy Ressler, Miss Oxford.

Special Awards THERESA ANN WAGNER COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE The Family of Theresa Ann has donated scholarships in her name since her untimely passing in 1992. Theresa, a former Miss Ohio contestant, defined the meaning of love, beauty, spirit and commitment. This year’s award went to Sarah Clapper, Miss Maple City and was donated by Jim & Drena McCurdy, Stephanie, Mike, Theresa-Ann and Isabelle Jedra and family.

PRELIMINARY AWARD WINNERS Thanks to the generous donation from Richland Bank, each of our preliminary winners received scholarships. Our preliminary swimsuit winners each received a $500 scholarship. The preliminary swimsuit winners were Kara Mitchell, Miss Northwestern Ohio and Alissa Brumbaugh, Miss Miami Valley. Our preliminary talent winners each received a $500 scholarship. The preliminary talent winners were Alexis Richter, Miss Capital City and Mackenzie Bart, Miss Montgomery County.

FINALIST SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED In addition to the scholarship provided to the new Miss Ohio, our four finalists earned a total of $9,500 in scholarship dollars. First runner-up Kara Mitchell received a $3,500 scholarship sponsored

by MedCentral, the McCracken Family and Constance Care Home Health Care and The Miss Ohio Program. Camille Dyquingco, second runnerup, received a $2,500 scholarship provided by the Mansfield Noon Optimists. Third runner-up Kristy Ressler received a $2,000 scholarship sponsored

by Tree Frog Canopy Tours and the Mansfield Elks.

The fourth runner-up, Alison Vance, received a $1,500 scholarship provided by McDonalds and Tree Frog Canopy Tours.

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Board of Directors

Judges Committee

The goal of our efforts is to find the best Miss Ohio and potential Miss America. This responsibility rests solely in the hands or our distinguished judges. When the contestants appear before them in the various competitions these judges will consider their attributes and their ability to represent the ideal American woman. A woman with dignity, poise, charm and beauty, as well as the necessary intellect, education and talent to carry Ohio’s hopes to the coveted Crown of Miss America.

Steven C. Oliveri President/ Executive Director

Holly Campbell-Bradley Teen Executive Director

The Miss America Pageant is not looking for a beauty queen; there are dozens in every state. We are seeking a woman capable of symbolizing American ideals and standards while carrying out this responsibility in the interest of her country.

Timothy O’Guinn Judges’ Chairperson

Susan Swinehart Vice President

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Timothy O’Guinn Treasurer

Sherri Hoselton Judges Committee

Mike Arter Auditor

Jodie Fry Auditor

Susan Harry Auditor

Terri Herlihy Secretary

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Board of Directors

Judges Committee

The goal of our efforts is to find the best Miss Ohio and potential Miss America. This responsibility rests solely in the hands or our distinguished judges. When the contestants appear before them in the various competitions these judges will consider their attributes and their ability to represent the ideal American woman. A woman with dignity, poise, charm and beauty, as well as the necessary intellect, education and talent to carry Ohio’s hopes to the coveted Crown of Miss America.

Steven C. Oliveri President/ Executive Director

Holly Campbell-Bradley Teen Executive Director

The Miss America Pageant is not looking for a beauty queen; there are dozens in every state. We are seeking a woman capable of symbolizing American ideals and standards while carrying out this responsibility in the interest of her country.

Timothy O’Guinn Judges’ Chairperson

Susan Swinehart Vice President

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Timothy O’Guinn Treasurer

Sherri Hoselton Judges Committee

Mike Arter Auditor

Jodie Fry Auditor

Susan Harry Auditor

Terri Herlihy Secretary

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Judges

Judges Sue Erickson Guimaraes is a native of Minnesota and its state titleholder in 1978. Sue went on to complete in the 1979 Miss America Pageant and was selected as its preliminary Swimsuit winner. Following her year as Miss Minnesota, Sue went on to earn both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in education. She has taught at various elementary schools and colleges throughout the country over the years.

Originally from Southern Arizona, Audrey resides in Tucson with her husband Armando and their two sons. Her involvement with the Miss America Organization began at the age of 17 and two years later she was crowned Miss Arizona 2005. During her year of service, she traveled more than 35,000 miles throughout Arizona, traveled to six states and made over 200 appearances on behalf of her platform, Be AWARE: Preventing Child Abduction and Exploitation as a spokesperson for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s NetSmartz Internet Safety Education Program. She competed in the 2006 Miss America Pageant, where she was named a finalist for the National Quality of Life Community Service Award.

Being part of the Miss America program has provided Sue with many opportunities to travel, serve as Mistress of Ceremony as well as judging at various local and state pageants.

Sue currently resides in Shelby, Ohio, with her husband, where she serves as business manager for his busy medical practice. She also enjoys a variety of activities, which include; music, tennis, swimming, biking, gardening, reading and spending much time with family, friends and her two grandchildren.

SUE (ERICKSON) GUIMARAES

CHAD LEMON

AUDREY VALLES

Chad Lemon is a native of Seal Beach, California and a graduate of the University of Kentucky and Eastern Kentucky University earning degrees in Communication Studies and Speech Communication. Currently, Chad works as the Director of Development for The JAM Brands, an event production company based in Louisville, Kentucky. Chad also travels both nationally and internationally teaching and choreographing for competitive dance studios, gymnastics teams, and competitive cheerleading teams. Highlighting his choreography career, one of Chad’s teams recently placed 4th at the 2013 World Championships. He is also one of the youngest members of the National Advisory Board with the USASF – the governing body for rules and safety in competitive dance and cheer. Chad has been involved with pageants on various levels in the past years and has been honored to serve on judging panels at the local and state levels judging in GA, OK, UT, NY, IL, SC, AR, KY and NV. Chad currently lives in Louisville, KY where he enjoys traveling and photography. Chad is also an avid writer and has had articles published on topics including coaching young adults, building self-esteem in youth, and effective communication between coach and athlete.

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Audrey graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in marketing and now owns several small businesses. She is also an active real estate broker. For four years, Audrey served as the co-executive director of the Miss Pima County Scholarship Pageant that produced not only two runners-up to the state title, but also Miss Arizona 2010 and Top 10 Finalist at Miss America 2011. She has also served as state judges’ co-chair and a part of the national preparation committee for two Miss Arizona’s Outstanding Teens as well as one year directing the Outstanding Teen and Pre-Teen programs in Illinois. She has judged Miss America Teen and Miss pageants on the local and state levels in 10 states and is honored to be in the Buckeye State to help select the next Miss Ohio!

Walter Hill resides in Dothan, Alabama where he is Chief Executive Officer for the Wiregrass United Way, a position he has held for more than twelve years. He and his staff lead a team of more than 1,000 volunteers to raise more than $3 million annually for 46 health and human service organization in a six county region. Extremely active in the community, Walter currently serves as President of the Dothan Rotary Club. He is Past President of the United Ways of Alabama state association and the Dothan Jaycees. Hill is a past board member for the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Dothan Redevelopment Authority, MusicSouth, March of Dimes, and the Southeast Alabama Dance Company. He has been on the Board of Directors for the Miss Alabama Pageant for 25 years and served three years as President and Executive Director. Currently he is Producer for both the Miss Alabama and the Miss Alabama’s Outstanding Teen Pageants. He has judged Miss America State Pageants in Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Dakota. Walter received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Spring Hill College in Mobile. He and his wife Melanie are active members of First Baptist Church.

Lisa Barhorst is the General Manager of WKEF-TV(ABC22) and WRGT-TV(FOX 45) in Dayton. She graduated from Miami University with a Bachelors Degree in Mass Communications/Broadcast Journalism. A 26-year broadcast veteran, Lisa has held numerous positions, Account Executive, National Sales Manager, Director of Sales, Vice President & Station Manager and Vice President & General Manager. Nationally, Lisa served two 2 year terms on the NBC Affiliate Association Board of Directors where she served as Secretary of the Board on the Executive Committee. Locally, she is an Executive Committee Board Director for the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce. Lisa also serves on the Ohio Association of Broadcasters Board of Directors representing the Dayton area. She is a member of the Dayton area women’s group, Women in Business Networking and was honored by WiBN in 2012 as one of the Top 25 Women to Watch. In 2014, Lisa was recognized by the Dayton Business Journal as one the Dayton BizWomen Power 50. She is involved with several campaigns and other community area organizations including the Go Red for Women campaign of the American Heart Association, the Kettering Medical Center Foundation’s Ribbon of Hope event and Walk for Women’s Wellness. Lisa, her husband Gary and three sons live in Bellbrook, Ohio.

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Judges Sue Erickson Guimaraes is a native of Minnesota and its state titleholder in 1978. Sue went on to complete in the 1979 Miss America Pageant and was selected as its preliminary Swimsuit winner. Following her year as Miss Minnesota, Sue went on to earn both her Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees in education. She has taught at various elementary schools and colleges throughout the country over the years.

Originally from Southern Arizona, Audrey resides in Tucson with her husband Armando and their two sons. Her involvement with the Miss America Organization began at the age of 17 and two years later she was crowned Miss Arizona 2005. During her year of service, she traveled more than 35,000 miles throughout Arizona, traveled to six states and made over 200 appearances on behalf of her platform, Be AWARE: Preventing Child Abduction and Exploitation as a spokesperson for the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children’s NetSmartz Internet Safety Education Program. She competed in the 2006 Miss America Pageant, where she was named a finalist for the National Quality of Life Community Service Award.

Being part of the Miss America program has provided Sue with many opportunities to travel, serve as Mistress of Ceremony as well as judging at various local and state pageants.

Sue currently resides in Shelby, Ohio, with her husband, where she serves as business manager for his busy medical practice. She also enjoys a variety of activities, which include; music, tennis, swimming, biking, gardening, reading and spending much time with family, friends and her two grandchildren.

SUE (ERICKSON) GUIMARAES

CHAD LEMON

AUDREY VALLES

Chad Lemon is a native of Seal Beach, California and a graduate of the University of Kentucky and Eastern Kentucky University earning degrees in Communication Studies and Speech Communication. Currently, Chad works as the Director of Development for The JAM Brands, an event production company based in Louisville, Kentucky. Chad also travels both nationally and internationally teaching and choreographing for competitive dance studios, gymnastics teams, and competitive cheerleading teams. Highlighting his choreography career, one of Chad’s teams recently placed 4th at the 2013 World Championships. He is also one of the youngest members of the National Advisory Board with the USASF – the governing body for rules and safety in competitive dance and cheer. Chad has been involved with pageants on various levels in the past years and has been honored to serve on judging panels at the local and state levels judging in GA, OK, UT, NY, IL, SC, AR, KY and NV. Chad currently lives in Louisville, KY where he enjoys traveling and photography. Chad is also an avid writer and has had articles published on topics including coaching young adults, building self-esteem in youth, and effective communication between coach and athlete.

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Audrey graduated from the University of Arizona with a degree in marketing and now owns several small businesses. She is also an active real estate broker. For four years, Audrey served as the co-executive director of the Miss Pima County Scholarship Pageant that produced not only two runners-up to the state title, but also Miss Arizona 2010 and Top 10 Finalist at Miss America 2011. She has also served as state judges’ co-chair and a part of the national preparation committee for two Miss Arizona’s Outstanding Teens as well as one year directing the Outstanding Teen and Pre-Teen programs in Illinois. She has judged Miss America Teen and Miss pageants on the local and state levels in 10 states and is honored to be in the Buckeye State to help select the next Miss Ohio!

Walter Hill resides in Dothan, Alabama where he is Chief Executive Officer for the Wiregrass United Way, a position he has held for more than twelve years. He and his staff lead a team of more than 1,000 volunteers to raise more than $3 million annually for 46 health and human service organization in a six county region. Extremely active in the community, Walter currently serves as President of the Dothan Rotary Club. He is Past President of the United Ways of Alabama state association and the Dothan Jaycees. Hill is a past board member for the Dothan Area Chamber of Commerce, Downtown Dothan Redevelopment Authority, MusicSouth, March of Dimes, and the Southeast Alabama Dance Company. He has been on the Board of Directors for the Miss Alabama Pageant for 25 years and served three years as President and Executive Director. Currently he is Producer for both the Miss Alabama and the Miss Alabama’s Outstanding Teen Pageants. He has judged Miss America State Pageants in Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Dakota. Walter received his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Spring Hill College in Mobile. He and his wife Melanie are active members of First Baptist Church.

Lisa Barhorst is the General Manager of WKEF-TV(ABC22) and WRGT-TV(FOX 45) in Dayton. She graduated from Miami University with a Bachelors Degree in Mass Communications/Broadcast Journalism. A 26-year broadcast veteran, Lisa has held numerous positions, Account Executive, National Sales Manager, Director of Sales, Vice President & Station Manager and Vice President & General Manager. Nationally, Lisa served two 2 year terms on the NBC Affiliate Association Board of Directors where she served as Secretary of the Board on the Executive Committee. Locally, she is an Executive Committee Board Director for the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce. Lisa also serves on the Ohio Association of Broadcasters Board of Directors representing the Dayton area. She is a member of the Dayton area women’s group, Women in Business Networking and was honored by WiBN in 2012 as one of the Top 25 Women to Watch. In 2014, Lisa was recognized by the Dayton Business Journal as one the Dayton BizWomen Power 50. She is involved with several campaigns and other community area organizations including the Go Red for Women campaign of the American Heart Association, the Kettering Medical Center Foundation’s Ribbon of Hope event and Walk for Women’s Wellness. Lisa, her husband Gary and three sons live in Bellbrook, Ohio.

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Each student put time towards an essay which detailed their hours served, the community benefit, and their passion for helping others.

Thank you to the following organizations for their support of this youth program as we continue to grow the Miss Ohio Scholarship Program in Mansfield.

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This year, the Miss Ohio program is initiating the Miss Ohio Community Youth Scholarship, where four deserving Richland County high school seniors will be awarded a $500 scholarship. To be eligible, these students must have successfully volunteered time to their community beyond their school’s curriculum.

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Thank you to the following organizations for their support of this youth program as we continue to grow the Miss Ohio Scholarship Program in Mansfield.

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SUSAN SHORT Apple Blossom West Central

TONYA & KATIE CAMP

MARTHA CAMPBELL Clayland

JACKY JOHNSON Greater Butler County Oxford

CHARMAE COTTOM Greater Cleveland

MELISSA HOYING & JERRY DEITSCH Lake Festival

DOLLY RUFFING and WIL VICKERY Maple City

ALLIE HOFFMAN Miss Heart of Ohio Mentor

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Buckeye State, Cuyahoga Valley

Mentors

HILLARY POWERS REYES & AMBER GEISER Greater Columbus, Central Ohio

RONDA MORRIS Miami Valley Montgomery County

KATHY & LARRY WISE Mohican Valley, Ohio River Mentors

DON & JAN MOLL North Coast

RANDY SCHROEDER & AMY SHAW

REGINA SPEAS Portsmouth, Shawnee

MICHELLE PATTERSON

South East Ohio

Northwestern Ohio

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SUSAN SHORT Apple Blossom West Central

TONYA & KATIE CAMP

MARTHA CAMPBELL Clayland

JACKY JOHNSON Greater Butler County Oxford

CHARMAE COTTOM Greater Cleveland

MELISSA HOYING & JERRY DEITSCH Lake Festival

DOLLY RUFFING and WIL VICKERY Maple City

ALLIE HOFFMAN Miss Heart of Ohio Mentor

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Buckeye State, Cuyahoga Valley

Mentors

HILLARY POWERS REYES & AMBER GEISER Greater Columbus, Central Ohio

RONDA MORRIS Miami Valley Montgomery County

KATHY & LARRY WISE Mohican Valley, Ohio River Mentors

DON & JAN MOLL North Coast

RANDY SCHROEDER & AMY SHAW

REGINA SPEAS Portsmouth, Shawnee

MICHELLE PATTERSON

South East Ohio

Northwestern Ohio

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Gabby Bailey

MISS APPLE BLOSSOM

MISS BUCKEYE STATE

HOMETOWN: Dover, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Newark, Ohio

AGE: 21

AGE: 19

EDUCATION: The Ohio State University

EDUCATION: Denison University

TALENT: Dance

TALENT: Tap Dance

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Maroon 5

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Austin Mahone

FAVORITE TV SHOW: How I Met Your Mother

FAVORITE TV SHOW: One Tree Hill

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Pickles SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be a Disney Princess at Walt Disney World HOBBIES: Reading, cooking, knitting, crafting, going for walks and watching movies FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: In my first interview ever, I fell out of my chair while trying to leave

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Amelia Hitchens

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My cat, Fluffy SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be a foot taller and a Victoria’s Secret Angel FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: My first semester of college, I was in the library and began to play my Hannah Montanna throw-back playlist. I failed to realize my headphones were unplugged and the whole library heard me jamming to “The Best of Both Worlds.”

MAKE IT RIGHT

BE PAWsitive

Recognize, Respond, Recover from Family Dysfunction

Help an Animal in Need

To reach youth who have experienced family dysfunction and teach them to overcome their adversities in order to establish healthy lives.

My platform encourages the option of adoption from the Humane Society while also encouraging volunteerism.

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Gabby Bailey

MISS APPLE BLOSSOM

MISS BUCKEYE STATE

HOMETOWN: Dover, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Newark, Ohio

AGE: 21

AGE: 19

EDUCATION: The Ohio State University

EDUCATION: Denison University

TALENT: Dance

TALENT: Tap Dance

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Maroon 5

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Austin Mahone

FAVORITE TV SHOW: How I Met Your Mother

FAVORITE TV SHOW: One Tree Hill

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Pickles SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be a Disney Princess at Walt Disney World HOBBIES: Reading, cooking, knitting, crafting, going for walks and watching movies FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: In my first interview ever, I fell out of my chair while trying to leave

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Amelia Hitchens

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My cat, Fluffy SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be a foot taller and a Victoria’s Secret Angel FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: My first semester of college, I was in the library and began to play my Hannah Montanna throw-back playlist. I failed to realize my headphones were unplugged and the whole library heard me jamming to “The Best of Both Worlds.”

MAKE IT RIGHT

BE PAWsitive

Recognize, Respond, Recover from Family Dysfunction

Help an Animal in Need

To reach youth who have experienced family dysfunction and teach them to overcome their adversities in order to establish healthy lives.

My platform encourages the option of adoption from the Humane Society while also encouraging volunteerism.

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Jenna DePizzo

Hayley Hessleschwardt

MISS CENTRAL OHIO

MISS CLAYLAND

HOMETOWN: Hicksville, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Cortland, Ohio

AGE: 21

AGE: 23

EDUCATION: Bowling Green State University

EDUCATION: Slippery Rock University

TALENT: Musical Theatre Vocal

TALENT: Vocal

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Aaron Tveit

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Luke Bryan

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Scandal

FAVORITE TV SHOW: How I Met Your Mother

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Peanut Butter

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Hysterical, emoji filled texts from my sister Tori

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be a Disney Princess HOBBIES: Singing, dancing, acting, performing, sewing, cleaning, playing Jelly Splash, watching Netflix

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SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To become the next Dr. Jean and write my own educational music

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: While running the 100 meter dash, I was in the lead and I could not believe it. I looked to both sides of me to see if it was real. I lost my rhythm and dove towards the ground during the middle of the heat. I stood up after a few seconds and completed the race all while almost bent over laughing. I finished last.

HOBBIES: Reading, singing, volunteering, working with children, discovering new things on Pinterest

AUTISM AWARENESS

INCLUSION IN AMERICA

1 in 68 births has the prevalence of autism. I strive to work to create a society where these individuals are safe, understood, and celebrated.

Our Duty to the Future

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Every day teaching first grade is a new adventure... kids really do say the darndest things!

My platform brings equality to the classroom by encouraging the inclusion of special needs students in the general education classroom through the EMBRACE program.

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Jenna DePizzo

Hayley Hessleschwardt

MISS CENTRAL OHIO

MISS CLAYLAND

HOMETOWN: Hicksville, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Cortland, Ohio

AGE: 21

AGE: 23

EDUCATION: Bowling Green State University

EDUCATION: Slippery Rock University

TALENT: Musical Theatre Vocal

TALENT: Vocal

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Aaron Tveit

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Luke Bryan

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Scandal

FAVORITE TV SHOW: How I Met Your Mother

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Peanut Butter

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Hysterical, emoji filled texts from my sister Tori

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be a Disney Princess HOBBIES: Singing, dancing, acting, performing, sewing, cleaning, playing Jelly Splash, watching Netflix

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SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To become the next Dr. Jean and write my own educational music

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: While running the 100 meter dash, I was in the lead and I could not believe it. I looked to both sides of me to see if it was real. I lost my rhythm and dove towards the ground during the middle of the heat. I stood up after a few seconds and completed the race all while almost bent over laughing. I finished last.

HOBBIES: Reading, singing, volunteering, working with children, discovering new things on Pinterest

AUTISM AWARENESS

INCLUSION IN AMERICA

1 in 68 births has the prevalence of autism. I strive to work to create a society where these individuals are safe, understood, and celebrated.

Our Duty to the Future

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Every day teaching first grade is a new adventure... kids really do say the darndest things!

My platform brings equality to the classroom by encouraging the inclusion of special needs students in the general education classroom through the EMBRACE program.

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Kristy Ressler

Danielle King

MISS CUYAHOGA VALLEY

MISS GREATER BUTLER COUNTY

HOMETOWN: Zanesville, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Fostoria, Ohio

AGE: 22

AGE: 22

EDUCATION: Muskingum University

EDUCATION: Miami University

TALENT: Hip-Hop Dance

TALENT: Country Vocal

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Katy Perry

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Sam Hunt

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Cupcake Wars

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Once Upon A Time

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Chapstick and lotion

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Strawberries

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To perform with Twitch on “So You Think You Can Dance” HOBBIES: Dancing, fishing, riding 4-wheelers, working out, baking cupcakes, working in the community FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Bobbed for apples in cow manure

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SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To travel the world HOBBIES: Singing, dancing, reading and traveling FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: I held Lee Brice’s hand while he sang “Hard to Love” at a concert in Oxford

EMPHASIZE THE POSSIBILITIES

SUPPORTING ADOPTION

Providing the opportunity for Teens and Young Adults that are differently abled to be socially accepted in the community.

Shedding Light on the Option Shedding light on the political, financial and social issues surrounding adoption one day at a time.

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Kristy Ressler

Danielle King

MISS CUYAHOGA VALLEY

MISS GREATER BUTLER COUNTY

HOMETOWN: Zanesville, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Fostoria, Ohio

AGE: 22

AGE: 22

EDUCATION: Muskingum University

EDUCATION: Miami University

TALENT: Hip-Hop Dance

TALENT: Country Vocal

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Katy Perry

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Sam Hunt

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Cupcake Wars

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Once Upon A Time

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Chapstick and lotion

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Strawberries

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To perform with Twitch on “So You Think You Can Dance” HOBBIES: Dancing, fishing, riding 4-wheelers, working out, baking cupcakes, working in the community FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Bobbed for apples in cow manure

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SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To travel the world HOBBIES: Singing, dancing, reading and traveling FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: I held Lee Brice’s hand while he sang “Hard to Love” at a concert in Oxford

EMPHASIZE THE POSSIBILITIES

SUPPORTING ADOPTION

Providing the opportunity for Teens and Young Adults that are differently abled to be socially accepted in the community.

Shedding Light on the Option Shedding light on the political, financial and social issues surrounding adoption one day at a time.

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Bry Atchison

Hannah Zimmerman

MISS GREATER CLEVELAND

MISS GREATER COLUMBUS

HOMETOWN: Spartanburg, South Carolina

HOMETOWN: Circleville, Ohio

AGE: 20 EDUCATION: Case Western Reserve University TALENT: Contemporary Dance FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Beyonce FAVORITE TV SHOW: Scandal THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My contact lenses SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To live the life of the American president’s first lady for 24 hours HOBBIES: Rhinestoning, crafts, reading, dancing

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AGE: 20 EDUCATION: University of Cincinnati TALENT: Lyrical Dance FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Carrie Underwood FAVORITE TV SHOW: Gilmore Girls THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My socks SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To become a mermaid HOBBIES: Mud Run’s, hiking, crafting, reading and generally anything active outdoors

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Went parasailing in a loose harness at Myrtle Beach

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: When I was younger my parents would call my teachers at the beginning of each school year to let them know I was afraid of anything that had fur and breathed.

CHILDREN WITNESSING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

PROMOTING THE L.A.W.

Advocating and encouraging adolescents who witness violence committed in their homes.

Leadership Among Women My platform is an opportunity to help women find their own self confidence.

Defining yourself not by your environment but by your character.

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Bry Atchison

Hannah Zimmerman

MISS GREATER CLEVELAND

MISS GREATER COLUMBUS

HOMETOWN: Spartanburg, South Carolina

HOMETOWN: Circleville, Ohio

AGE: 20 EDUCATION: Case Western Reserve University TALENT: Contemporary Dance FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Beyonce FAVORITE TV SHOW: Scandal THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My contact lenses SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To live the life of the American president’s first lady for 24 hours HOBBIES: Rhinestoning, crafts, reading, dancing

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AGE: 20 EDUCATION: University of Cincinnati TALENT: Lyrical Dance FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Carrie Underwood FAVORITE TV SHOW: Gilmore Girls THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My socks SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To become a mermaid HOBBIES: Mud Run’s, hiking, crafting, reading and generally anything active outdoors

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Went parasailing in a loose harness at Myrtle Beach

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: When I was younger my parents would call my teachers at the beginning of each school year to let them know I was afraid of anything that had fur and breathed.

CHILDREN WITNESSING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

PROMOTING THE L.A.W.

Advocating and encouraging adolescents who witness violence committed in their homes.

Leadership Among Women My platform is an opportunity to help women find their own self confidence.

Defining yourself not by your environment but by your character.

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Emily Werling

Samantha Hartings

MISS HEART OF OHIO

MISS LAKE FESTIVAL

HOMETOWN: Coldwater, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Burkettsville, Ohio

AGE: 23

AGE: 22

EDUCATION: Ohio Northern University

EDUCATION: Capital University

TALENT: Contemporary Jazz Dance

TALENT: Classical Vocal

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Sam Hunt

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Bing Crosby

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Game of Thrones

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Friends

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Sudoku Puzzles!

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Coffee!

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To have lived in the ‘80’s when really big hair was in

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: Spend a day with Ellen DeGeneres

HOBBIES: Photography, reading, doing puzzles, cooking/baking, running, playing board games

HOBBIES: Running, playing music, DIYing, drinking coffee and tea

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: When I was five and missing my two front teeth I refused to sing “All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth” because I thought that’s all I would really get.

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FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Ended up in the Emergency Room receiving 8 stitches on my 8th birthday

READERS ARE LEADERS

BCAUS

Having surmounted reading difficulties as a child, I advocate literacy by sharing my experiences to inspire others to also courageously overcome adversity.

Breast Cancer Awareness Using Song Using music to create a sense of community; to encourage people to fight for breast cancer awareness and research.

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Emily Werling

Samantha Hartings

MISS HEART OF OHIO

MISS LAKE FESTIVAL

HOMETOWN: Coldwater, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Burkettsville, Ohio

AGE: 23

AGE: 22

EDUCATION: Ohio Northern University

EDUCATION: Capital University

TALENT: Contemporary Jazz Dance

TALENT: Classical Vocal

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Sam Hunt

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Bing Crosby

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Game of Thrones

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Friends

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Sudoku Puzzles!

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Coffee!

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To have lived in the ‘80’s when really big hair was in

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: Spend a day with Ellen DeGeneres

HOBBIES: Photography, reading, doing puzzles, cooking/baking, running, playing board games

HOBBIES: Running, playing music, DIYing, drinking coffee and tea

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: When I was five and missing my two front teeth I refused to sing “All I Want for Christmas is My Two Front Teeth” because I thought that’s all I would really get.

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FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Ended up in the Emergency Room receiving 8 stitches on my 8th birthday

READERS ARE LEADERS

BCAUS

Having surmounted reading difficulties as a child, I advocate literacy by sharing my experiences to inspire others to also courageously overcome adversity.

Breast Cancer Awareness Using Song Using music to create a sense of community; to encourage people to fight for breast cancer awareness and research.

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Sarah Hider

Sarah Clapper

MISS MAPLE CITY

MISS MIAMI VALLEY

HOMETOWN: Wooster, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Louisville, Ohio

AGE: 24

AGE: 20

EDUCATION: Kent State University

EDUCATION: The Ohio State University

TALENT: Vocal

TALENT: Acro Dance

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Carrie Underwood

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Carrie Underwood

FAVORITE TV SHOW: The Wonder Years

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Nashville

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My running shoes

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Fuzzy socks – especially during Ohio winters!

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To publish a collection of my creative essays and poems HOBBIES: Non-fiction creative writing, running, singing with my dad’s band “Twang Cats” FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Rock star Melissa Etheridege “retweeted” an article I wrote about her for my internship with The Women’s Fund of Central Ohio

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SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To travel to Spain and visit the Barcelona Pavilion designed by Mies van der Rohe HOBBIES: Photography, baking, cooking, painting, sketching, reading, blogging and traveling FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: While studying abroad in Rio de Janeiro, I was able to fulfill my lifelong dream of petting a monkey!

WOMEN HOLD UP HALF THE SKY

H.O.P.E.

By investing in women’s leadership, women’s economic sufficiency, and life skills for girls, we are investing in our communities and our world.

Hardships Overcome through Positive Encouragement Teaching children and young adults how to overcome physical, mental and financial hardships while encouraging them to always follow their dreams.

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Sarah Hider

Sarah Clapper

MISS MAPLE CITY

MISS MIAMI VALLEY

HOMETOWN: Wooster, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Louisville, Ohio

AGE: 24

AGE: 20

EDUCATION: Kent State University

EDUCATION: The Ohio State University

TALENT: Vocal

TALENT: Acro Dance

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Carrie Underwood

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Carrie Underwood

FAVORITE TV SHOW: The Wonder Years

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Nashville

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My running shoes

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Fuzzy socks – especially during Ohio winters!

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To publish a collection of my creative essays and poems HOBBIES: Non-fiction creative writing, running, singing with my dad’s band “Twang Cats” FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Rock star Melissa Etheridege “retweeted” an article I wrote about her for my internship with The Women’s Fund of Central Ohio

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SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To travel to Spain and visit the Barcelona Pavilion designed by Mies van der Rohe HOBBIES: Photography, baking, cooking, painting, sketching, reading, blogging and traveling FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: While studying abroad in Rio de Janeiro, I was able to fulfill my lifelong dream of petting a monkey!

WOMEN HOLD UP HALF THE SKY

H.O.P.E.

By investing in women’s leadership, women’s economic sufficiency, and life skills for girls, we are investing in our communities and our world.

Hardships Overcome through Positive Encouragement Teaching children and young adults how to overcome physical, mental and financial hardships while encouraging them to always follow their dreams.

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Caity Jackson

Stephanie Yasechko

MISS MOHICAN VALLEY

MISS MONTGOMERY COUNTY

HOMETOWN: Niles, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Kettering, Ohio

AGE: 21

AGE: 22

EDUCATION: Huntingdon College in Montgomery, Alabama

EDUCATION: Eastern Kentucky University

TALENT: Baton Twirling

TALENT: Vocal

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Luke Bryan

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Pentatonix a cappella group

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Big Bang Theory

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Full House, still my favorite after all these years!

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Antibacterial hand wipes SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To meet LeBron James HOBBIES: Baton twirling, dancing and swimming FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: I got to have lunch with Mallory Hagan at the National Exchange Club Convention in New Orleans

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THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Football Season SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be an NPC Fitness competitor HOBBIES: Golf, cooking, fitness, attending sporting events, video editing FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Hosted a segment live on ABC’s Good Morning America with Sam Champion

CELEBRATING A NATION OF CRASHLESS COMMUNICATION

TEACHING LIFE LESSONS THROUGH THE GAME OF GOLF

This issue affects almost everyone and is 100% preventable. I hope to eliminate car crashes related to texting and create a safer driving experience.

The First Tee is a non-profit organization that impacts the lives of young people by providing educational programs promoting healthy choices and values through golf.

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Caity Jackson

Stephanie Yasechko

MISS MOHICAN VALLEY

MISS MONTGOMERY COUNTY

HOMETOWN: Niles, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Kettering, Ohio

AGE: 21

AGE: 22

EDUCATION: Huntingdon College in Montgomery, Alabama

EDUCATION: Eastern Kentucky University

TALENT: Baton Twirling

TALENT: Vocal

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Luke Bryan

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Pentatonix a cappella group

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Big Bang Theory

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Full House, still my favorite after all these years!

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Antibacterial hand wipes SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To meet LeBron James HOBBIES: Baton twirling, dancing and swimming FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: I got to have lunch with Mallory Hagan at the National Exchange Club Convention in New Orleans

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THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Football Season SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be an NPC Fitness competitor HOBBIES: Golf, cooking, fitness, attending sporting events, video editing FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Hosted a segment live on ABC’s Good Morning America with Sam Champion

CELEBRATING A NATION OF CRASHLESS COMMUNICATION

TEACHING LIFE LESSONS THROUGH THE GAME OF GOLF

This issue affects almost everyone and is 100% preventable. I hope to eliminate car crashes related to texting and create a safer driving experience.

The First Tee is a non-profit organization that impacts the lives of young people by providing educational programs promoting healthy choices and values through golf.

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Nicole Baringer

Hannah Jo Weisberg

MISS NORTH COAST

MISS NORTHWESTERN OHIO

HOMETOWN: Berea, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Defiance, Ohio

AGE: 22

AGE: 22

EDUCATION: Baldwin Wallace University

EDUCATION: Ball State University

TALENT: Musical Theater Vocal

TALENT: Vocal

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Patti LuPone

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Anthem Lights

FAVORITE TV SHOW: The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt

FAVORITE TV SHOW: NCIS

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Peanut Butter SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be the lead dancer in a flash mob HOBBIES: Performing, roller skating, boxing, playwriting

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: Become a famous recording artist HOBBIES: Singing, dancing, shopping, Netflix, spending time with family and friends

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: At four years old, I overflowed the bathtub and told my parents, “The Rabbi did it . . .”

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: On a high school trip to New York City, my group and I got stuck in the elevator at Top of the Rock and had to be rescued by the fire department.

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Interactive Education on Dating Violence

Caring Hearts and Role Models

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THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My cell phone

CHARM is designed to inspire children to define what a role model is to them and help them connect with someone in their community.

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MISS NORTH COAST

MISS NORTHWESTERN OHIO

HOMETOWN: Berea, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Defiance, Ohio

AGE: 22

AGE: 22

EDUCATION: Baldwin Wallace University

EDUCATION: Ball State University

TALENT: Musical Theater Vocal

TALENT: Vocal

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Patti LuPone

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Anthem Lights

FAVORITE TV SHOW: The Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt

FAVORITE TV SHOW: NCIS

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Peanut Butter SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be the lead dancer in a flash mob HOBBIES: Performing, roller skating, boxing, playwriting

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: Become a famous recording artist HOBBIES: Singing, dancing, shopping, Netflix, spending time with family and friends

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: At four years old, I overflowed the bathtub and told my parents, “The Rabbi did it . . .”

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: On a high school trip to New York City, my group and I got stuck in the elevator at Top of the Rock and had to be rescued by the fire department.

DATING BEYOND CONTROL

CHARM

Interactive Education on Dating Violence

Caring Hearts and Role Models

Teaches the red flags and warning signs of abusive relationships and how to get yourself or a friend out of one safely.

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THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My cell phone

CHARM is designed to inspire children to define what a role model is to them and help them connect with someone in their community.

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MISS OHIO RIVER

MISS OXFORD

HOMETOWN: Zanesville, Ohio

HOMETOWN: North Royalton, Ohio

AGE: 20

AGE: 20

EDUCATION: Ohio University - Zanesville

EDUCATION: Miami University

TALENT: Vocal

TALENT: Alto Saxophone

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Michael Buble

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Kings of Leon / The Black Keys

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Friends THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My phone!

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be a cruise boat entertainer and/or live on a warm, tropical island HOBBIES: Playing and coaching volleyball, teaching a song/dance class FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Traveling to Las Vegas in January of 2013 to attend the Miss America preliminaries, where my favorite Miss America, Mallory Hagan, was crowned was undoubtedly one of the most interesting and inspiring things to ever happen to me. During this same trip, my friends and I shared an 8-pound cheeseburger.

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FAVORITE TV SHOW: The Tudors – I’m a huge history nerd THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Hairspray – my hair cannot be tamed!

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: Sail the Greek Isles with Leonardo DiCaprio HOBBIES: Yoga, reading, weight training, volleyball FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: I was selected to model in Fashion Week Cleveland, and in one of the designer’s gowns, I got stuck. It took three people to get me out because we took it off the wrong way. Good thing this was only a fitting and not the actual show!

LEAVING A LEGACY THROUGH TIME, TALENT, AND TREASURE

A PASSION FOR COMPASSION

While we may not have financial resources to write lofty checks, by donating our Time and Talent, the Treasures come . . . as do the life lessons and rewards!

Setting a Standard of Service Above Self It is about finding your true self and your passions in volunteer work while overcoming the biggest obstacles life throws at you.

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Karolina Ulasevich

MISS OHIO RIVER

MISS OXFORD

HOMETOWN: Zanesville, Ohio

HOMETOWN: North Royalton, Ohio

AGE: 20

AGE: 20

EDUCATION: Ohio University - Zanesville

EDUCATION: Miami University

TALENT: Vocal

TALENT: Alto Saxophone

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Michael Buble

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Kings of Leon / The Black Keys

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Friends THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My phone!

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be a cruise boat entertainer and/or live on a warm, tropical island HOBBIES: Playing and coaching volleyball, teaching a song/dance class FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: Traveling to Las Vegas in January of 2013 to attend the Miss America preliminaries, where my favorite Miss America, Mallory Hagan, was crowned was undoubtedly one of the most interesting and inspiring things to ever happen to me. During this same trip, my friends and I shared an 8-pound cheeseburger.

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FAVORITE TV SHOW: The Tudors – I’m a huge history nerd THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Hairspray – my hair cannot be tamed!

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: Sail the Greek Isles with Leonardo DiCaprio HOBBIES: Yoga, reading, weight training, volleyball FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: I was selected to model in Fashion Week Cleveland, and in one of the designer’s gowns, I got stuck. It took three people to get me out because we took it off the wrong way. Good thing this was only a fitting and not the actual show!

LEAVING A LEGACY THROUGH TIME, TALENT, AND TREASURE

A PASSION FOR COMPASSION

While we may not have financial resources to write lofty checks, by donating our Time and Talent, the Treasures come . . . as do the life lessons and rewards!

Setting a Standard of Service Above Self It is about finding your true self and your passions in volunteer work while overcoming the biggest obstacles life throws at you.

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Veronica Wende

MISS PORTSMOUTH

MISS SHAWNEE

HOMETOWN: Lima, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Mount Gilead, Ohio

AGE: 23 EDUCATION: Hillsdale College TALENT: Vocal FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: George Strait FAVORITE TV SHOW: All of the NCIS shows THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My doll, Flower, she goes everywhere with me

AGE: 23 EDUCATION: Kent State University TALENT: Opera FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Hunter Hayes FAVORITE TV SHOW: Full House THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My Quest Protein Bars SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To compete for American Ninja Warrior or Wipeout!

HOBBIES: Singing, dancing, working out, hiking, cooking

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: I always take on my fears . . . GO BIG OR GO HOME!!

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: When I was in Colorado at the Air Force Academy, I was walking outside in my Service Dress attire. My flight cap fell off, and blew in the wind. I chased after it, which is what anyone else would do, but my cap decided to run away from me due to the wind. I literally chased it for over a minute and all the way up the sidewalk, with all of the superior officers watching.

Anyone in the military knows how big of a no-no it is to be outdoors with no cover.

GIVE LIFE, GIVE HOPE

OPERATION HAND TO HAND KINDNESS

I am working at educating and encouraging more people to become registered tissue and organ donors.

Give Life, Give Hope. Register at www. donatelife.org!

Mission is to strengthen connections between the military and general population by promoting, facilitating and educating on the importance of acts of kindness and community service.

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: Well it wouldn’t be a secret anymore if I told you!

HOBBIES: CrossFit, target shooting, bagpipes

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MISS PORTSMOUTH

MISS SHAWNEE

HOMETOWN: Lima, Ohio

HOMETOWN: Mount Gilead, Ohio

AGE: 23 EDUCATION: Hillsdale College TALENT: Vocal FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: George Strait FAVORITE TV SHOW: All of the NCIS shows THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My doll, Flower, she goes everywhere with me

AGE: 23 EDUCATION: Kent State University TALENT: Opera FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Hunter Hayes FAVORITE TV SHOW: Full House THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: My Quest Protein Bars SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To compete for American Ninja Warrior or Wipeout!

HOBBIES: Singing, dancing, working out, hiking, cooking

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: I always take on my fears . . . GO BIG OR GO HOME!!

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: When I was in Colorado at the Air Force Academy, I was walking outside in my Service Dress attire. My flight cap fell off, and blew in the wind. I chased after it, which is what anyone else would do, but my cap decided to run away from me due to the wind. I literally chased it for over a minute and all the way up the sidewalk, with all of the superior officers watching.

Anyone in the military knows how big of a no-no it is to be outdoors with no cover.

GIVE LIFE, GIVE HOPE

OPERATION HAND TO HAND KINDNESS

I am working at educating and encouraging more people to become registered tissue and organ donors.

Give Life, Give Hope. Register at www. donatelife.org!

Mission is to strengthen connections between the military and general population by promoting, facilitating and educating on the importance of acts of kindness and community service.

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: Well it wouldn’t be a secret anymore if I told you!

HOBBIES: CrossFit, target shooting, bagpipes

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Lexi Richter

MISS SOUTH EAST OHIO

MISS WEST CENTRAL OHIO

HOMETOWN: Cambridge, Ohio

HOMETOWN: New Bremen, Ohio

AGE: 19

AGE: 21

EDUCATION: Kent State University

EDUCATION: University of Cincinnati

TALENT: Vocal

TALENT: Piano

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: I have way too many to choose from!

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Carrie Underwood

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Friends

FAVORITE TV SHOW: American Horror Story

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Music SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be a pilot FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: As my teeth were coming in as a child, my dentist found that I have three front teeth. There was no reason to ever have it removed, so I still have it today.

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Besides oxygen, I couldn’t live without my family – and also chocolate.

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: I want to visit every state in the U.S. HOBBIES: I enjoy reading love novels, watching Netflix series, working out, meeting new people and making memories with my loved ones.

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: I’ve flown a plane! I’m in the process of obtaining my Private Pilot’s License

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THE “K.E.Y.” TO SUCCESS

HEADING FOR A CAUSE

The “K.E.Y.” to Success stands for Keeping Eyes on the Youth. “K.E.Y.” promotes the importance of extracurricular activities in children and teens.

Focusing on diminishing the number of head injuries by educating children about helmet safety and promoting the 4R’s: Research, Recognize, Report and Rest.

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Lexi Richter

MISS SOUTH EAST OHIO

MISS WEST CENTRAL OHIO

HOMETOWN: Cambridge, Ohio

HOMETOWN: New Bremen, Ohio

AGE: 19

AGE: 21

EDUCATION: Kent State University

EDUCATION: University of Cincinnati

TALENT: Vocal

TALENT: Piano

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: I have way too many to choose from!

FAVORITE MUSICAL PERFORMER: Carrie Underwood

FAVORITE TV SHOW: Friends

FAVORITE TV SHOW: American Horror Story

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Music SECRET DREAM OR WISH: To be a pilot FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: As my teeth were coming in as a child, my dentist found that I have three front teeth. There was no reason to ever have it removed, so I still have it today.

THE ONE THING I CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT: Besides oxygen, I couldn’t live without my family – and also chocolate.

SECRET DREAM OR WISH: I want to visit every state in the U.S. HOBBIES: I enjoy reading love novels, watching Netflix series, working out, meeting new people and making memories with my loved ones.

FUNNIEST OR MOST INTERESTING THING THAT HAS EVER HAPPENED TO ME: I’ve flown a plane! I’m in the process of obtaining my Private Pilot’s License

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HEADING FOR A CAUSE

The “K.E.Y.” to Success stands for Keeping Eyes on the Youth. “K.E.Y.” promotes the importance of extracurricular activities in children and teens.

Focusing on diminishing the number of head injuries by educating children about helmet safety and promoting the 4R’s: Research, Recognize, Report and Rest.

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Krejci Miss Maple City’s Outstanding Teen 2015

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any talented, intelligent, attractive young women have competed for the coveted title and crown of Miss Ohio and Miss America. In addition, they have been awarded many dollars through the Scholarship Program. The Miss Ohio Scholarship Program is proud to be part of the largest scholarship program for young women in the world!

The following is a list of the Miss Ohio’s who have benefited from the Scholarship Program with the Local they Represented: 1947 - Nancy Nesbit Cleveland 1948 - Maxine Waack Fairview 1949 - Florence Bondi Cleveland 1950 - Irene Farren Grand River 1951 - Ruth Howell Apple Creek 1952 - Carol Koontz Bolivar 1953 - Martha Zimmerman Salem 1954 - Barbara Quinlin Alliance 1955 - Marguerite Garr Cincinnati 1956 - Roberta Palmer Cleveland 1957 - Linda Hattman Cleveland 1958 - Margaret Putman Ada 1959 - Carole Weiler Circleville 1960 - Alice McClain Marion Dayton 1961 - Darlene Depasquale 1962 - Jacquelyn Mayer * * * * * * * Sandusky 1963 - Bonne Gawronski Toledo 1963 - Peggy Emerson Akron 1964 - Diane Courtwright Columbus 1965 - Valerie Lavin Canton 1966 - Sharon Phillian * * * * * ( * ) Delaware 1967 - Pamela Robinson Dayton 1968 - Leslyn Hiple Canton 1969 - Kathy Baumann * * * * * * ( * ) Bowling Green 1970 - Grace Bird Aliance 1971 - Laurie Lea Schaefer * * * * * * * ( * ) Bexley Miami University 1972 - Judy Jones 1973 - Karen Sparka * * Bowling Green 1974 - Cheryl Youkvitch ( * ) Lorain 1975 - Lorrie Kapsta ( * ) Franklin County 1976 - Susan Kay Banks * * * * Warren 1977 - Janice Elaine Cooley ( * ) Ohio Valley 1978 - Susan Perkins * * * * * * * ( * ) Clayland 1978 - Joan Gilger Bowling Green 1978 - Sher Patrick * * * * South Central 1979 - Tana Carli * * * * * * ( * ) Willard 1980 - Kathy Vernon * * North Central North Central 1981 - Juliana Zilba ( * ) 1982 - Debra Gombert North Central 1983 - Pamela Rigas * * * Cuyahoga Co. Fair

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Captured the crown of Miss America First Runner-up Second Runner-up Third Runner-up Fourth Runner-up SemiFinalist Received a Talent Award Quality of Life Award

The ten contestants with the highest preliminary totals and the People’s Choice Winner will advance to Saturday Night’s final competition.

Each of the contestants will begin with a Composite Attribute Score that accounts for 30% of her total. The Composite Attribute along with the final On-Stage competitions will determine the top five finalists.

Judges will then rank the top five contestants, Winner, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th runner-up to decide the next Miss Ohio.

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Talent *

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TALENT Contestants should be judged on interpretive ability, technical skill level, stage presence, personality and integration of elements (costume, choreography, music, etc.)

EVENING WEAR Contestants should be judged on overall “first impression,” overall appearance, walk, posture, carriage and grace.

ON-STAGE QUESTION Extemporaneous response to onstage question and personality (preliminary nights only).

SWIMSUIT Contestants should be judged on overall “first impression,” overall proportion of figure (pleasing in relation to her height, weight and bone structure), health, beauty of face and figure, posture, poise and grace.

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any talented, intelligent, attractive young women have competed for the coveted title and crown of Miss Ohio and Miss America. In addition, they have been awarded many dollars through the Scholarship Program. The Miss Ohio Scholarship Program is proud to be part of the largest scholarship program for young women in the world!

The following is a list of the Miss Ohio’s who have benefited from the Scholarship Program with the Local they Represented: 1947 - Nancy Nesbit Cleveland 1948 - Maxine Waack Fairview 1949 - Florence Bondi Cleveland 1950 - Irene Farren Grand River 1951 - Ruth Howell Apple Creek 1952 - Carol Koontz Bolivar 1953 - Martha Zimmerman Salem 1954 - Barbara Quinlin Alliance 1955 - Marguerite Garr Cincinnati 1956 - Roberta Palmer Cleveland 1957 - Linda Hattman Cleveland 1958 - Margaret Putman Ada 1959 - Carole Weiler Circleville 1960 - Alice McClain Marion Dayton 1961 - Darlene Depasquale 1962 - Jacquelyn Mayer * * * * * * * Sandusky 1963 - Bonne Gawronski Toledo 1963 - Peggy Emerson Akron 1964 - Diane Courtwright Columbus 1965 - Valerie Lavin Canton 1966 - Sharon Phillian * * * * * ( * ) Delaware 1967 - Pamela Robinson Dayton 1968 - Leslyn Hiple Canton 1969 - Kathy Baumann * * * * * * ( * ) Bowling Green 1970 - Grace Bird Aliance 1971 - Laurie Lea Schaefer * * * * * * * ( * ) Bexley Miami University 1972 - Judy Jones 1973 - Karen Sparka * * Bowling Green 1974 - Cheryl Youkvitch ( * ) Lorain 1975 - Lorrie Kapsta ( * ) Franklin County 1976 - Susan Kay Banks * * * * Warren 1977 - Janice Elaine Cooley ( * ) Ohio Valley 1978 - Susan Perkins * * * * * * * ( * ) Clayland 1978 - Joan Gilger Bowling Green 1978 - Sher Patrick * * * * South Central 1979 - Tana Carli * * * * * * ( * ) Willard 1980 - Kathy Vernon * * North Central North Central 1981 - Juliana Zilba ( * ) 1982 - Debra Gombert North Central 1983 - Pamela Rigas * * * Cuyahoga Co. Fair

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Captured the crown of Miss America First Runner-up Second Runner-up Third Runner-up Fourth Runner-up SemiFinalist Received a Talent Award Quality of Life Award

The ten contestants with the highest preliminary totals and the People’s Choice Winner will advance to Saturday Night’s final competition.

Each of the contestants will begin with a Composite Attribute Score that accounts for 30% of her total. The Composite Attribute along with the final On-Stage competitions will determine the top five finalists.

Judges will then rank the top five contestants, Winner, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th runner-up to decide the next Miss Ohio.

Contestant

Swimsuit *

Talent *

Evening Wear *

On-Stage Question

(Prelim Nights)

TOTAL

CONTESTANTS ARE SCORED AS FOLLOWS: For Preliminary Competition: Talent 35 % Private Interview 25 % Evening Wear 20 % Swimsuit 15 % On-Stage Interview 5% For Final Competition: Composite Score * Talent * Evening Wear * Swimsuit *

30% 30 % 20 % 20 %

(* Final competition scores range from 6 to 10)

TALENT Contestants should be judged on interpretive ability, technical skill level, stage presence, personality and integration of elements (costume, choreography, music, etc.)

EVENING WEAR Contestants should be judged on overall “first impression,” overall appearance, walk, posture, carriage and grace.

ON-STAGE QUESTION Extemporaneous response to onstage question and personality (preliminary nights only).

SWIMSUIT Contestants should be judged on overall “first impression,” overall proportion of figure (pleasing in relation to her height, weight and bone structure), health, beauty of face and figure, posture, poise and grace.

Judges score contestants from 1 to 10, using whole numbers during preliminary competitions and 6 to 10 using whole numbers during the final night of competition.

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IN MEMORIAM

Colleen Smith Espenschied

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Caity Jackson - Miss Montgomery County

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Nicole Baringer - Miss Northwestern Ohio

Erin Curry - Miss Ohio River

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Danielle King - Miss Cuyahoga Valley

Kristy Ressler - Miss Greater Butler County

Bry Atchison - Miss Greater Cleveland

Hannah Zimmerman - Miss Greater Columbus

Samantha Hartings - Miss Heart of Ohio

Emily Werling - Miss Lake Festival

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Sarah Clapper - Miss Miami Valley

Stephanie Yasechko - Miss Mohican Valley

Caity Jackson - Miss Montgomery County

Hannah-Jo Weisberg - Miss North Coast

Nicole Baringer - Miss Northwestern Ohio

Erin Curry - Miss Ohio River

Karolina Ulasevich - Miss Oxford

Veronica Wende - Miss Portsmouth

Allison Vance - Miss Shawnee

Matti Chrisman - Miss South East Ohio

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MACKENZIE BART Miss Ohio 2014

Vocalists Mackenzie Bart, Miss Ohio 2014, is a student at The Ohio State University studying Atmospheric Sciences. She hopes to one day host her own children’s educational weather program, while being on a major news network as a meteorologist. Throughout her years of competing in the Miss America Scholarship Organization, Mackenzie has earned close to $40,000 in scholarships to help fund her education. Mackenzie has been active in advocating for literacy and arts in education which inspired her to create “Camping for a Cause,” traveling over five thousand miles in the past two years helping raise over $59,000 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

During her year as Miss Ohio, Mackenzie has also advocated for Universal Newborn Screening and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Education. At Miss America, she placed in the Top 10, was a talent award winner and STEM scholarship award winner. Along with her ventriloquist puppet, Roxy, Mackenzie has been seen on Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Weather Channel, Jimmy Kimmel, The Colbert Report, People Magazine, USA Today and many other media outlets.

BENJI CATES Vocal Director

JOHNNY PORRAZZO

TANA CARLI DIMINO

Tana Carli Dimino is our Miss Ohio 1980. Her lively accordion presentation and sharp interview skills translated into success in Atlantic City, where she was 1st runner-up to Miss America and a grand talent winner. During her reign, the magna cum laude graduate of the University of Akron landed a job as a consumer reporter for WJKW-TV8. Tana became Cleveland’s first female 6 & 11 news anchor, helping that CBS affiliate’s news climb to number 1 in the market. In 1983, she and her husband, Joseph, moved to Miami. There she continued her journalism career, anchoring the city’s first 6 a.m. hour-format news and the Noon News. Her talents would also take her to Hollywood, where she appeared in numerous episodes of HBO’s football drama, “First & Ten”, starring Delta Burke and O.J. Simpson. Tana has been inducted into Ohio’s Radio and Television Broadcasters Hall of Fame for her pioneering achievements in the broadcast industry. Currently a member of the Screen Actors Guild and American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, she and her husband reside in Bucks County, Pennsylvania where she is active in the Catholic Church.

In April of this year, Tana entered a new realm of competition, joining 15,000 runners, including her daughter, Carli, in DC’s Nike Women’s Half Marathon (13.1 miles!) which celebrates female athletes and benefits the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Tana finished the race, despite suffering a femoral stress fracture at mile 8.

Benji Cates has been involved in the Miss Ohio program for the last 3 years. He was a vocalist for the 2012 & 2013 productions and assisted with musical coaching in 2014. A recent graduate of Bowling Green State University, Benji is the 7th grade choir director at Madison Middle School in Mansfield. He thanks his wife of one month, Victoria, for allowing him to take time away to assist in this production. Benji is excited to be involved as both a vocal director and performer this year.

Johnny has been captivating audiences for years as a professional musician, entertainer, singer, songwriter and pianist. From Atlantic City to U.S. Military Bases worldwide, he brings to the stage a commanding presence and dynamic style of rock and pop infused with a touch of gospel. Annual appearances with the Atlanta Pops and Savannah Symphony Orchestras consistently bring the crowds to their feet. Johnny is also a perennial favorite as featured entertainer and TV host of the Miss Ohio, Miss Pennsylvania and Miss Kentucky Scholarship Pageants as well as the Miss USA and Miss Teen USA Pageants. Whether in an intimate setting or on stage before thousands, an evening with Johnny Porrazzo is one you won’t soon forget!

Carolyn is 18 years old and a recent graduate of Utica High School. In the Fall, she plans to attend the American Musical and Dramatic Arts Academy in New York City to study musical theater. Her hobbies include singing, cheerleading and playing softball. She likes to hang out with friends while drinking River Road Mochas and live life to the fullest. She is very thankful for the opportunity to appear on the Miss Ohio stage!

CAROLYN TROUT

Steven Williams is a 7th grade student at Madison Middle School. Steven plays school and club basketball. He loves being outside, hiking and four-wheeling. This is Steven’s first time performing at the Miss Ohio program, and he is excited to be making his on-stage debut.

STEVEN WILLIAMS

ELLEN BRYAN

Ellen Bryan, Miss Ohio 2011, is a reporter/anchor for NBC in Dallas, Texas. On NBC 5 Today, she has covered the Ebola virus, the American Sniper Trial and the 2015 College Football Championship. Before moving to Texas in 2014, she worked for ABC affiliate WTVQ in Lexington, Kentucky. As Miss Ohio, Ellen was named a Quality of Life Finalist for her work promoting lightning safety.

She was also awarded the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Medal Award after riding a bicycle 850 miles around the state of Ohio for the benefit of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Alyssa is a 17 year old getting ready to start her senior year of high school.

She was accepted into National Honors Society and is highly involved in the musical programs offered at Madison High School, including Jazz choir/band, concert choir/band, as well as marching and pep band. Alyssa has also been involved in musicals throughout her high school career such as School House Rock (Dori), Bye Bye Birdie (Doris McAfee), and Cinderella (fairy godmother).

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Zane Averi Speelman loves music and has participated in school choirs and musicals as well as the All Ohio Youth Choir.

When not singing, Zane enjoys all sports, especially wrestling, tennis and golf. This Fall, Zane will be attending Cleveland State University to purse a degree in marketing and management with a minor in contemporary music.

ZANE SPEELMAN

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MACKENZIE BART Miss Ohio 2014

Vocalists Mackenzie Bart, Miss Ohio 2014, is a student at The Ohio State University studying Atmospheric Sciences. She hopes to one day host her own children’s educational weather program, while being on a major news network as a meteorologist. Throughout her years of competing in the Miss America Scholarship Organization, Mackenzie has earned close to $40,000 in scholarships to help fund her education. Mackenzie has been active in advocating for literacy and arts in education which inspired her to create “Camping for a Cause,” traveling over five thousand miles in the past two years helping raise over $59,000 for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

During her year as Miss Ohio, Mackenzie has also advocated for Universal Newborn Screening and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) Education. At Miss America, she placed in the Top 10, was a talent award winner and STEM scholarship award winner. Along with her ventriloquist puppet, Roxy, Mackenzie has been seen on Good Morning America, The Today Show, The Weather Channel, Jimmy Kimmel, The Colbert Report, People Magazine, USA Today and many other media outlets.

BENJI CATES Vocal Director

JOHNNY PORRAZZO

TANA CARLI DIMINO

Tana Carli Dimino is our Miss Ohio 1980. Her lively accordion presentation and sharp interview skills translated into success in Atlantic City, where she was 1st runner-up to Miss America and a grand talent winner. During her reign, the magna cum laude graduate of the University of Akron landed a job as a consumer reporter for WJKW-TV8. Tana became Cleveland’s first female 6 & 11 news anchor, helping that CBS affiliate’s news climb to number 1 in the market. In 1983, she and her husband, Joseph, moved to Miami. There she continued her journalism career, anchoring the city’s first 6 a.m. hour-format news and the Noon News. Her talents would also take her to Hollywood, where she appeared in numerous episodes of HBO’s football drama, “First & Ten”, starring Delta Burke and O.J. Simpson. Tana has been inducted into Ohio’s Radio and Television Broadcasters Hall of Fame for her pioneering achievements in the broadcast industry. Currently a member of the Screen Actors Guild and American Federation of Television and Radio Artists, she and her husband reside in Bucks County, Pennsylvania where she is active in the Catholic Church.

In April of this year, Tana entered a new realm of competition, joining 15,000 runners, including her daughter, Carli, in DC’s Nike Women’s Half Marathon (13.1 miles!) which celebrates female athletes and benefits the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Tana finished the race, despite suffering a femoral stress fracture at mile 8.

Benji Cates has been involved in the Miss Ohio program for the last 3 years. He was a vocalist for the 2012 & 2013 productions and assisted with musical coaching in 2014. A recent graduate of Bowling Green State University, Benji is the 7th grade choir director at Madison Middle School in Mansfield. He thanks his wife of one month, Victoria, for allowing him to take time away to assist in this production. Benji is excited to be involved as both a vocal director and performer this year.

Johnny has been captivating audiences for years as a professional musician, entertainer, singer, songwriter and pianist. From Atlantic City to U.S. Military Bases worldwide, he brings to the stage a commanding presence and dynamic style of rock and pop infused with a touch of gospel. Annual appearances with the Atlanta Pops and Savannah Symphony Orchestras consistently bring the crowds to their feet. Johnny is also a perennial favorite as featured entertainer and TV host of the Miss Ohio, Miss Pennsylvania and Miss Kentucky Scholarship Pageants as well as the Miss USA and Miss Teen USA Pageants. Whether in an intimate setting or on stage before thousands, an evening with Johnny Porrazzo is one you won’t soon forget!

Carolyn is 18 years old and a recent graduate of Utica High School. In the Fall, she plans to attend the American Musical and Dramatic Arts Academy in New York City to study musical theater. Her hobbies include singing, cheerleading and playing softball. She likes to hang out with friends while drinking River Road Mochas and live life to the fullest. She is very thankful for the opportunity to appear on the Miss Ohio stage!

CAROLYN TROUT

Steven Williams is a 7th grade student at Madison Middle School. Steven plays school and club basketball. He loves being outside, hiking and four-wheeling. This is Steven’s first time performing at the Miss Ohio program, and he is excited to be making his on-stage debut.

STEVEN WILLIAMS

ELLEN BRYAN

Ellen Bryan, Miss Ohio 2011, is a reporter/anchor for NBC in Dallas, Texas. On NBC 5 Today, she has covered the Ebola virus, the American Sniper Trial and the 2015 College Football Championship. Before moving to Texas in 2014, she worked for ABC affiliate WTVQ in Lexington, Kentucky. As Miss Ohio, Ellen was named a Quality of Life Finalist for her work promoting lightning safety.

She was also awarded the Duke of Edinburgh Gold Medal Award after riding a bicycle 850 miles around the state of Ohio for the benefit of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.

Alyssa is a 17 year old getting ready to start her senior year of high school.

She was accepted into National Honors Society and is highly involved in the musical programs offered at Madison High School, including Jazz choir/band, concert choir/band, as well as marching and pep band. Alyssa has also been involved in musicals throughout her high school career such as School House Rock (Dori), Bye Bye Birdie (Doris McAfee), and Cinderella (fairy godmother).

ALYSSA BOGNER

Zane Averi Speelman loves music and has participated in school choirs and musicals as well as the All Ohio Youth Choir.

When not singing, Zane enjoys all sports, especially wrestling, tennis and golf. This Fall, Zane will be attending Cleveland State University to purse a degree in marketing and management with a minor in contemporary music.

ZANE SPEELMAN

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JUSTICE STANFORD

Dancers Dance has always been a passion for Justice. She has trained since the age of 3 at Holzchurer Dance Arts Center in Zanesville. Studying genres such as classical ballet, jazz, pointe, hip hop, and tap, she has found a love for not only performance but dance education and choreography as well. She attends dance workshops each year taught by world renowned instructors and this March had a one on one session with hip hop guru Hannah Wintrode. Justice recently completed her junior year at Zanesville High School where she is an honor roll student and varsity cheerleader.

One of her most treasured memories is cheering on the Blue Devils and her brother Dar all the way to the state football Final Four 2 years ago. Justice is employed at Champion Gymnastics & Cheer and True North Fitness. She instructs gymnastics and tumbling classes as well as competition cheer. Future plans include attending a large university to pursue a degree in Communications or Arts Administration and of course incorporating dance into every situation she can. Justice looks at Miss Ohio week as a very special occasion and is excited to reunite with all of the MOSP family. Her dance mentor, the late Marjorie Holzchurer-Sellers instilled this in her students, “As the twig is bent, so grows the tree…” Following that philosophy Justice believes that dance is shaping the young woman she is becoming.

ALYSSAH VENSIL

Alyssah is a 16 year old junior at Tri-Valley High School in Dresden, Ohio, where she is an honor roll student. Alyssah has been dancing since the age of 3, studying ballet, lyrical, tap, jazz, acro and hip hop. At the age of 12 she became an assistant instructor.

She is a member of the Center Stage Dance Arts competition team from Zanesville.

Alyssah will compete at the World’s Dance Championships this August in New York City where only the “best of the best” will be competing. As a lyrical and jazz soloist, she has earned many platinum level and first place awards at dance competitions. Alyssah is thrilled to return to the Miss Ohio stage as a featured dancer and says she absolutely cannot help but smile when she is on stage.

Choreographer

Madeline has been singing, dancing, and acting ever since she can remember. She has been studying dance at Opus II Dance Studio for 13 years and has completed her fifth year with the Ashland Regional Ballet. She is 18 years old and a recent graduate of St. Peter’s High School, where she received First Honors, held various leadership positions, and performed in the church choir. In addition to dance and school activities, Madeline enjoys singing and acting. Her most recent roles include Miss Hannigan (Annie), Clara Stahlbaum (The Nutcracker), Maria Rainer (The Sound of Music) , and Laurey Williams (Oklahoma!). Last summer, she attended a Musical Theatre intensive at Interlochen Center for the Arts. Madeline will be attending Baldwin Wallace University in the fall with a double major in Theatre and Dance and Broadcast Media/Mass Communications. She is looking forward to continuing to do what she loves in college and beyond.

She hopes to perform on Broadway someday!

MADELINE CARTER

Daylin is 18 years old and a dancer at Richland Academy in the company “rade.” She has been dancing since the age of three and has been a devoted company member for over 5 years. She has been to dance programs like adrenaline, all Ohio dance festival, and Misty Copeland master classes. Daylin will be graduating from Lexington High School with high honors and received a dance scholarship this year. She has maintained a 4.0 GPA and is a proud member of National Honor Society. She will be attending Brigham Young University in the fall on full academic scholarship majoring in dance and minoring in psychology. While she was accepted into both the ballet and contemporary dance major programs, she will have to choose a specialty! Daylin is excited to be a part of the Miss Ohio shows this year!

MADELINE DAYLIN WILLIAMS CARTER

Lauren has been involved with the Miss Ohio Program for 5 years. She served as a Junior Assistant for 2 years before being given the opportunity to dance on the Miss Ohio stage, which she has enjoyed for the last 3 years. Lauren began ballet at the age of 8 studying at the Richland Academy, and has been in love with dancing ever since! She is an Honors Student and serves on Student Council at Ontario High School in addition to attending dance classes for 15 hours each week studying ballet, tap, jazz, modern and hip hop. Her passion for dance has taken her across the country with opportunities to dance in summer programs with the American Ballet Theater and The Joffrey Ballet in Chicago. Lauren aspires to continue dancing in college and to eventually have a career involving dance and performing arts.

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Sabrina Lindhout is a recent honors graduate from Ontario High School after spending her four years as a member of National Honor Society and student council. Sabrina has practically been dancing her entire life.

Since the age of four, she has been attending dance classes at Opus II Dance Studio in Ashland, Ohio and eventually joined their dance company in the summer of 2009. Under the direction of Sarah Cyders with the Ashland Regional Ballet, Sabrina performed many notable roles, including: The Sugarplum Fairy in their seasonal production of “The Nutcracker”, Paquita in “Paquita Variations”, and The Diamond Fairy in “The Sleeping Beauty”. She also did guest work with St. Peter’s High School’s production of “Oklahoma!” as a can-can dancer. Sabrina studied dance many other places through her high school years, including the former Joffrey Midwest Dance Intensive, Orlando Ballet, and Cincinnati Ballet. Sabrina will be joining BalletMet Columbus’s trainee program at the start of the next school year to further her dancing career.

SABRINA LAURENLINDHOUT BEARD

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JUSTICE STANFORD

Dancers Dance has always been a passion for Justice. She has trained since the age of 3 at Holzchurer Dance Arts Center in Zanesville. Studying genres such as classical ballet, jazz, pointe, hip hop, and tap, she has found a love for not only performance but dance education and choreography as well. She attends dance workshops each year taught by world renowned instructors and this March had a one on one session with hip hop guru Hannah Wintrode. Justice recently completed her junior year at Zanesville High School where she is an honor roll student and varsity cheerleader.

One of her most treasured memories is cheering on the Blue Devils and her brother Dar all the way to the state football Final Four 2 years ago. Justice is employed at Champion Gymnastics & Cheer and True North Fitness. She instructs gymnastics and tumbling classes as well as competition cheer. Future plans include attending a large university to pursue a degree in Communications or Arts Administration and of course incorporating dance into every situation she can. Justice looks at Miss Ohio week as a very special occasion and is excited to reunite with all of the MOSP family. Her dance mentor, the late Marjorie Holzchurer-Sellers instilled this in her students, “As the twig is bent, so grows the tree…” Following that philosophy Justice believes that dance is shaping the young woman she is becoming.

ALYSSAH VENSIL

Alyssah is a 16 year old junior at Tri-Valley High School in Dresden, Ohio, where she is an honor roll student. Alyssah has been dancing since the age of 3, studying ballet, lyrical, tap, jazz, acro and hip hop. At the age of 12 she became an assistant instructor.

She is a member of the Center Stage Dance Arts competition team from Zanesville.

Alyssah will compete at the World’s Dance Championships this August in New York City where only the “best of the best” will be competing. As a lyrical and jazz soloist, she has earned many platinum level and first place awards at dance competitions. Alyssah is thrilled to return to the Miss Ohio stage as a featured dancer and says she absolutely cannot help but smile when she is on stage.

Choreographer

Madeline has been singing, dancing, and acting ever since she can remember. She has been studying dance at Opus II Dance Studio for 13 years and has completed her fifth year with the Ashland Regional Ballet. She is 18 years old and a recent graduate of St. Peter’s High School, where she received First Honors, held various leadership positions, and performed in the church choir. In addition to dance and school activities, Madeline enjoys singing and acting. Her most recent roles include Miss Hannigan (Annie), Clara Stahlbaum (The Nutcracker), Maria Rainer (The Sound of Music) , and Laurey Williams (Oklahoma!). Last summer, she attended a Musical Theatre intensive at Interlochen Center for the Arts. Madeline will be attending Baldwin Wallace University in the fall with a double major in Theatre and Dance and Broadcast Media/Mass Communications. She is looking forward to continuing to do what she loves in college and beyond.

She hopes to perform on Broadway someday!

MADELINE CARTER

Daylin is 18 years old and a dancer at Richland Academy in the company “rade.” She has been dancing since the age of three and has been a devoted company member for over 5 years. She has been to dance programs like adrenaline, all Ohio dance festival, and Misty Copeland master classes. Daylin will be graduating from Lexington High School with high honors and received a dance scholarship this year. She has maintained a 4.0 GPA and is a proud member of National Honor Society. She will be attending Brigham Young University in the fall on full academic scholarship majoring in dance and minoring in psychology. While she was accepted into both the ballet and contemporary dance major programs, she will have to choose a specialty! Daylin is excited to be a part of the Miss Ohio shows this year!

MADELINE DAYLIN WILLIAMS CARTER

Lauren has been involved with the Miss Ohio Program for 5 years. She served as a Junior Assistant for 2 years before being given the opportunity to dance on the Miss Ohio stage, which she has enjoyed for the last 3 years. Lauren began ballet at the age of 8 studying at the Richland Academy, and has been in love with dancing ever since! She is an Honors Student and serves on Student Council at Ontario High School in addition to attending dance classes for 15 hours each week studying ballet, tap, jazz, modern and hip hop. Her passion for dance has taken her across the country with opportunities to dance in summer programs with the American Ballet Theater and The Joffrey Ballet in Chicago. Lauren aspires to continue dancing in college and to eventually have a career involving dance and performing arts.

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Sabrina Lindhout is a recent honors graduate from Ontario High School after spending her four years as a member of National Honor Society and student council. Sabrina has practically been dancing her entire life.

Since the age of four, she has been attending dance classes at Opus II Dance Studio in Ashland, Ohio and eventually joined their dance company in the summer of 2009. Under the direction of Sarah Cyders with the Ashland Regional Ballet, Sabrina performed many notable roles, including: The Sugarplum Fairy in their seasonal production of “The Nutcracker”, Paquita in “Paquita Variations”, and The Diamond Fairy in “The Sleeping Beauty”. She also did guest work with St. Peter’s High School’s production of “Oklahoma!” as a can-can dancer. Sabrina studied dance many other places through her high school years, including the former Joffrey Midwest Dance Intensive, Orlando Ballet, and Cincinnati Ballet. Sabrina will be joining BalletMet Columbus’s trainee program at the start of the next school year to further her dancing career.

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Chaperones and Hostesses

Production Staff PRODUCTION STAFF

Sharon has been involved with the Miss Ohio Scholarship Program for over 35 years, starting out as a home hostess and chaperone. In 1985, when Marty Pendleton retired as Contestant Chairperson, Sharon was asked to fill the position. For the past 30 years she has been responsible for housing and feeding the contestants and production crew and scheduling for the contestants and chaperones during Miss Ohio Week. Sharon owns Herlihy-Chambers Funeral Home in Mansfield. Her daughter, Terri, started out in the program as a gofer at the age of 8 and currently is the Producer and the Miss Ohio Stage Manager.

She’s looking forward to training her granddaughter, Katelyn, to be involved in this great program!

To our chaperones, hostesses, junior assistants and all the volunteers, we salute you. And we appreciate all the unselfish hours you give and the care and comfort you extend to the all the Miss Ohio contestants and their families.

Thank you and we love you. God bless you all!

SHARON HERLIHY Contestant Chairperson

CHAPERONES

SUB-CHAPERONES

HOSTESSES

Back Row (Left to Right) Linda Crockett, Nanci Keinath, Sue Konz, Carol Sgambellone, Judy Wiparina, Julie Sliney, Vicki Perry

Back Row (Left to Right) Jan Dickrede, Linda Snyder

Back Row (Left to Right) Jan Distl, Cinde Carr, Wendy Speelman, Theresa Jakubick, Nancy Truex

Front Row (Left to Right) Dayna Sowers, Susie Harlan, Monica Hubbard, Jean Mayer Not pictured: Mary Buhler

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Front Row (Left to Right) Betty Connolly, Brenda Smith, Barb Keiser Not pictured: Ginny Brandt, Susan Husbands, Shirley Nasipak, Whitney Schroeder, Dinean Tacik

Front Row (Left to Right) Marcia Rice, Terry Heringhaus, Ginny McGrath, Marlene Bisel Not pictured: Julie Beard, Rebecca Bolin, Lori Stephenson

MISS OHIO’S CHAPERONE & HOSTESSES

ASSISTANTS

Miss Ohio 2014 Chaperone: Nanci Keinath Hostess: Theresa Jakubick

Paige Bishop, Sharon Herlihy, Carla Wrasse

PRODUCER & STAGE MANAGER PRODUCTION ADVISOR LIGHTING DIRECTOR SPOT OPERATORS

SOUND DESIGN

SOUND ASSISTANT VOCAL DIRECTOR CHOREOGRAPHER CONTESTANT CHAIRPERSON CONTESTANT COORDINATOR MUSIC ARRANGER ASSISTANT STAGE MANAGERS SET CONSTRUCTION

SET DESIGN & LAYOUT SHOW SCRIPT

STAGE TECHNICIANS

RAIL VIDEO TELEPROMPTER COSTUMES HAIR & MAKE-UP PRODUCTION & CONTESTANTS MAKE-UP CONTESTANTS ASSISTANT TO PRINCIPALS ALUMNI COORDINATOR FASHION SHOW DIRECTORS TASTE OF MANSFIELD COORDINATORS COLOR GUARD, EVENING WEAR ESCORTS NATIONAL ANTHEM

CONTESTANTS, HOST HOMES & CHAPERONES COORDINATOR, MEALS MISS OHIO STAFF PHYSICIAN

Terri Herlihy John P. Kunkel, III Dale McFarland Gabe Phillips, Beth Whisler, Sean Loeber, Lucia Rice, Sydney Genter Gabe Plank Jordan Jasper Benji Cates Justice Stanford Sharon Herlihy Linda Eggan Mark Schnitkey, Daniel Sabella Jim Bishop, Kim Saunders Garry Smith, Terri Herlihy, Jim Bishop, Jeff Angelini, Jim Heydinger, Dave Miller, Tim Wiseman, Zara Construction Terri Herlihy, Jim Bishop, Jim Heydinger Sue Swinehart, Sandy Bishop Terri Herlihy, Jim Bishop, Jim Heydinger, Kevin Snyder, Pattie Hostettler, Stephanie Bailey, Terri Mitchell, Kim Saunders Tim Wiseman Union Town Media Adam Compton Justice Stanford, Sue Swinehart Rebecca Harris & Stylists from Aristocats Tiffany Tucker, Merle Norman Sue Swinehart, Coni Dalhamer Tana Carli Holly Campbell-Bradley, John Michael Lander John Kunkel, Jeff Angelini 179th Airlift Wing Honor Guard Second Chance Quartet, Madi and Ana Heichel, Mackenzie Bart Sharon Herlihy, Carla Wrasse Dr. Julie Beard 145

Chaperones and Hostesses

Production Staff PRODUCTION STAFF

Sharon has been involved with the Miss Ohio Scholarship Program for over 35 years, starting out as a home hostess and chaperone. In 1985, when Marty Pendleton retired as Contestant Chairperson, Sharon was asked to fill the position. For the past 30 years she has been responsible for housing and feeding the contestants and production crew and scheduling for the contestants and chaperones during Miss Ohio Week. Sharon owns Herlihy-Chambers Funeral Home in Mansfield. Her daughter, Terri, started out in the program as a gofer at the age of 8 and currently is the Producer and the Miss Ohio Stage Manager.

She’s looking forward to training her granddaughter, Katelyn, to be involved in this great program!

To our chaperones, hostesses, junior assistants and all the volunteers, we salute you. And we appreciate all the unselfish hours you give and the care and comfort you extend to the all the Miss Ohio contestants and their families.

Thank you and we love you. God bless you all!

SHARON HERLIHY Contestant Chairperson

CHAPERONES

SUB-CHAPERONES

HOSTESSES

Back Row (Left to Right) Linda Crockett, Nanci Keinath, Sue Konz, Carol Sgambellone, Judy Wiparina, Julie Sliney, Vicki Perry

Back Row (Left to Right) Jan Dickrede, Linda Snyder

Back Row (Left to Right) Jan Distl, Cinde Carr, Wendy Speelman, Theresa Jakubick, Nancy Truex

Front Row (Left to Right) Dayna Sowers, Susie Harlan, Monica Hubbard, Jean Mayer Not pictured: Mary Buhler

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Front Row (Left to Right) Betty Connolly, Brenda Smith, Barb Keiser Not pictured: Ginny Brandt, Susan Husbands, Shirley Nasipak, Whitney Schroeder, Dinean Tacik

Front Row (Left to Right) Marcia Rice, Terry Heringhaus, Ginny McGrath, Marlene Bisel Not pictured: Julie Beard, Rebecca Bolin, Lori Stephenson

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Miss Ohio 2014 Chaperone: Nanci Keinath Hostess: Theresa Jakubick

Paige Bishop, Sharon Herlihy, Carla Wrasse

PRODUCER & STAGE MANAGER PRODUCTION ADVISOR LIGHTING DIRECTOR SPOT OPERATORS

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SET DESIGN & LAYOUT SHOW SCRIPT

STAGE TECHNICIANS

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Scholarship Awards

MISS OHIO 2015 $10,000 | Dr. Pepper Snapple Group

FIRST RUNNER UP $4,000 | Newman Technology

SECOND RUNNER UP $2,500 | Mansfield Noon Optimists

THIRD RUNNER UP $2,000 | Avita Health System

NON-SEMIFINALIST INTERVIEW AWARD $500 | Shaun & Kimberly Kanary

BETTY & JIM ESTEP MEMORIAL CLASSICAL PERFORMANCE AWARD $500 | Randy & Mary Schroeder

DANCER TALENT AWARD $300 | Tap That Productions

FOURTH RUNNER UP

NON-SEMIFINALISTS TALENT AWARDS

$1,500 | Mansfield Elks

Two $500 Scholarship Awards | Gretchen Kickok

SEMIFINALISTS AWARDS

AMERICANISM ESSAY AWARD

$1,000 Scholarships Awards ArcelorMittal Graham Automall Tana Carli Dimino McDonalds Dan & Lois Robertson Zara Construction

Two $300 Scholarship Awards Marlene Bisel, Jennifer & Macy Tetrick

RICHLAND BANK PRELIMINARY TALENT AWARD A $500 scholarship will be awarded to the preliminary talent winners on Thursday & Friday Nights | Richland Bank

RICHLAND BANK PRELIMINARY SWIMSUIT AWARD

COMMUNITY SERVICE ESSAY AWARDS Two $250 Scholarship Awards Mansfield Kiwanis

CMNH MIRACLE MAKER AWARD $250 The Couts Family Trophy from Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

PAUL HERLIHY SPIRIT AWARDS Two $500 Scholarships Awarded Paul Herlihy Memorial Fund

A $500 scholarship will be awarded to the preliminary swimsuit winners on Thursday & Friday Nights | Richland Bank

MINA R. O’GUINN MEMORIAL AWARD

SEMIFINALIST INTERVIEW AWARD

POISE & ELEGANCE AWARD $250

$500 | Shaun & Kimberly Kanary

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$500 | The Mina R. O’Guinn Family

The Warholic Family

$250 | Camp Mowana volunteers

NON-SEMIFINALISTS AWARDS Eleven $600 Scholarships Awards ArcelorMittal Jacquelyn Mayer Taylor Metal Products Zara Construction Miss Ohio Scholarship Program Miss America Organization Avita Health System

IN-KIND SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE BLUFFTON UNIVERSITY $15,000 scholarship to Miss Ohio 2015 or Finalist.

Actual award may be higher depending on scholastic achievement or financial aid.

KENYON COLLEGE $15,000 Distinguished Academic Scholarship to Miss Ohio 2015.

Award is renewable for four years.

MUSKINGUM UNIVERSITY $1,000 scholarship for Miss Ohio 2015.

Renewable for four years.

MALONE UNIVERSITY $2,500 scholarship for Miss Ohio 2015.

Renewable for four years.

MISS AMERICA ORGANIZATION SCHOLARSHIPS COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD A $1,000 Scholarship to a Miss Ohio State Contestant

ACADEMIC AWARD A $1,000 Scholarship to a Miss Ohio State Contestant

JEAN BARTEL QUALITY OF LIFE AWARD Available to National Contestants

ACADEMY OF HONOR AWARD Available to current vounteers with at least 20 years of service.

NEW LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS Up to Four $500 Scholarships to New Miss Ohio Local Programs

DALE CARNEGIE TRAINING Miss Ohio will receive tuition free courses at Dale Carnegie The following scholarships are available to contestants who compete at the Local, State or National Levels with a major in these specific areas: Dr. & Mrs. David B. Allman Scholarship (Medical) Eugenia Vellner-Fischer Performing Arts Scholarship Tiffany Phillips Scholar-Athlete Scholarship Jean Bartel Military Awareness Scholarship If you are a contestant or know someone who has competed within our system, regardless of whether or not they received a title, they may be eligible for the awards above that are offered through the Miss America Organization. Please visit their website at www.missamerica.org for detailed information on how to apply for these scholarships.

If you are interested in supporting The Miss Ohio Scholarship Program by becoming a contributor, starting a local program, becoming a contestant or volunteer, please contact us at 419-520-9047 or email at info@missohio.org

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Scholarship Awards

MISS OHIO 2015 $10,000 | Dr. Pepper Snapple Group

FIRST RUNNER UP $4,000 | Newman Technology

SECOND RUNNER UP $2,500 | Mansfield Noon Optimists

THIRD RUNNER UP $2,000 | Avita Health System

NON-SEMIFINALIST INTERVIEW AWARD $500 | Shaun & Kimberly Kanary

BETTY & JIM ESTEP MEMORIAL CLASSICAL PERFORMANCE AWARD $500 | Randy & Mary Schroeder

DANCER TALENT AWARD $300 | Tap That Productions

FOURTH RUNNER UP

NON-SEMIFINALISTS TALENT AWARDS

$1,500 | Mansfield Elks

Two $500 Scholarship Awards | Gretchen Kickok

SEMIFINALISTS AWARDS

AMERICANISM ESSAY AWARD

$1,000 Scholarships Awards ArcelorMittal Graham Automall Tana Carli Dimino McDonalds Dan & Lois Robertson Zara Construction

Two $300 Scholarship Awards Marlene Bisel, Jennifer & Macy Tetrick

RICHLAND BANK PRELIMINARY TALENT AWARD A $500 scholarship will be awarded to the preliminary talent winners on Thursday & Friday Nights | Richland Bank

RICHLAND BANK PRELIMINARY SWIMSUIT AWARD

COMMUNITY SERVICE ESSAY AWARDS Two $250 Scholarship Awards Mansfield Kiwanis

CMNH MIRACLE MAKER AWARD $250 The Couts Family Trophy from Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

PAUL HERLIHY SPIRIT AWARDS Two $500 Scholarships Awarded Paul Herlihy Memorial Fund

A $500 scholarship will be awarded to the preliminary swimsuit winners on Thursday & Friday Nights | Richland Bank

MINA R. O’GUINN MEMORIAL AWARD

SEMIFINALIST INTERVIEW AWARD

POISE & ELEGANCE AWARD $250

$500 | Shaun & Kimberly Kanary

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$500 | The Mina R. O’Guinn Family

The Warholic Family

$250 | Camp Mowana volunteers

NON-SEMIFINALISTS AWARDS Eleven $600 Scholarships Awards ArcelorMittal Jacquelyn Mayer Taylor Metal Products Zara Construction Miss Ohio Scholarship Program Miss America Organization Avita Health System

IN-KIND SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE BLUFFTON UNIVERSITY $15,000 scholarship to Miss Ohio 2015 or Finalist.

Actual award may be higher depending on scholastic achievement or financial aid.

KENYON COLLEGE $15,000 Distinguished Academic Scholarship to Miss Ohio 2015.

Award is renewable for four years.

MUSKINGUM UNIVERSITY $1,000 scholarship for Miss Ohio 2015.

Renewable for four years.

MALONE UNIVERSITY $2,500 scholarship for Miss Ohio 2015.

Renewable for four years.

MISS AMERICA ORGANIZATION SCHOLARSHIPS COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD A $1,000 Scholarship to a Miss Ohio State Contestant

ACADEMIC AWARD A $1,000 Scholarship to a Miss Ohio State Contestant

JEAN BARTEL QUALITY OF LIFE AWARD Available to National Contestants

ACADEMY OF HONOR AWARD Available to current vounteers with at least 20 years of service.

NEW LOCAL SCHOLARSHIPS Up to Four $500 Scholarships to New Miss Ohio Local Programs

DALE CARNEGIE TRAINING Miss Ohio will receive tuition free courses at Dale Carnegie The following scholarships are available to contestants who compete at the Local, State or National Levels with a major in these specific areas: Dr. & Mrs. David B. Allman Scholarship (Medical) Eugenia Vellner-Fischer Performing Arts Scholarship Tiffany Phillips Scholar-Athlete Scholarship Jean Bartel Military Awareness Scholarship If you are a contestant or know someone who has competed within our system, regardless of whether or not they received a title, they may be eligible for the awards above that are offered through the Miss America Organization. Please visit their website at www.missamerica.org for detailed information on how to apply for these scholarships.

If you are interested in supporting The Miss Ohio Scholarship Program by becoming a contributor, starting a local program, becoming a contestant or volunteer, please contact us at 419-520-9047 or email at info@missohio.org

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BEST WISHES LEXI! GRANDMA & GRANDPA MUMMA KAREN & DON BLASI COURTNEY & CHET MEDLOCK JEFF & ROBIN BLASI

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Concussion Awareness 1 RESEARCH 2 RECOGNIZE 3 REPORT 4 REST

Although there are NO “concussion-proof” helmets, a helmet can protect a child or teen’s head from a serious brain injury. There are four simple steps to fit a helmet for every sport. Just remember : Size - Measure forehead above the eyebrows and ears with a soft measuring tape.

Ask - Try on and ask how it fits on their head. Padding should be snug with no space between head and padding.

Fit - Check for any loose slippage on head, side to side, and front to back.

Evaluate- Tighten strap and have them give a big yawn, helmet should pull down on head.

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Lexi Richter

Miss West Central Ohio MATT BOYD PHOTOGRAPHY

Alexis Richter is the Author of

The Big Race An educated story written to get kids to think twice about not wearing a helmet. The book also focuses on getting over the social stigma of wearing helmets in order for kids to ride safely.

Sparkle & Shine Lexi!

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Magnify the Beauty Within

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Ask - Try on and ask how it fits on their head. Padding should be snug with no space between head and padding.

Fit - Check for any loose slippage on head, side to side, and front to back.

Evaluate- Tighten strap and have them give a big yawn, helmet should pull down on head.

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Ballroom Dance studio

Lexi Richter

Miss West Central Ohio MATT BOYD PHOTOGRAPHY

Alexis Richter is the Author of

The Big Race An educated story written to get kids to think twice about not wearing a helmet. The book also focuses on getting over the social stigma of wearing helmets in order for kids to ride safely.

Sparkle & Shine Lexi!

111 Rummel Creek Rd. New Bremen, OH 45869

419-629-2227

MissAlexis West Central Ohio Richter TnT@wagnerballroom.com

Magnify the Beauty Within

goes to the Children’s Miracle Network and for

Brianna Phlipot 4225 State Route 66 Minster, OH 45865

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All proceeds from the sale of the $15 book

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Past Winners

2015 MISS OHIO’S OUTSTANDING TEEN SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS MISS OHIO’S OUTSTANDING TEEN 2015 $2,000 | Dr. Pepper Snapple Group

FIRST RUNNER UP $600 | Dan & Lois Robertson

SECOND RUNNER UP $500 | Gretchen Hickok

THIRD RUNNER UP $400 | Miss Ohio’s Outstanding Teen Program

FOURTH RUNNER UP $200 | Marlene Bisel $100 | McDonalds

INTERVIEW AWARD $250 | Stephen Bradley & Holly Campbell-Bradley

DANCE TALENT AWARD $250 | The Eash Family

MISS OHIO’S OUTSTANDING TEENS 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005

Rosie Westerbeck Olivia Thoroughman Sarah Eash Kelsey Barrett * Cecili Weber **(*) Veronica Wende Sarah Hider Ashley Miller Kelsey Ballew Ali Nance *

Minster, OH Portsmouth, OH Lakewood, OH Wapakoneta, OH Ironton, OH Lima, OH Wooster, OH Patriot, OH Chillicothe, OH Warren, OH

OVERALL TALENT AWARD $250 | Tana Carli Dimino in Memory of John Blair

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Top 10 at Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Top 15 at Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Preliminary Evening Wear Winner

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2015 MISS OHIO’S OUTSTANDING TEEN SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS MISS OHIO’S OUTSTANDING TEEN 2015 $2,000 | Dr. Pepper Snapple Group

FIRST RUNNER UP $600 | Dan & Lois Robertson

SECOND RUNNER UP $500 | Gretchen Hickok

THIRD RUNNER UP $400 | Miss Ohio’s Outstanding Teen Program

FOURTH RUNNER UP $200 | Marlene Bisel $100 | McDonalds

INTERVIEW AWARD $250 | Stephen Bradley & Holly Campbell-Bradley

DANCE TALENT AWARD $250 | The Eash Family

MISS OHIO’S OUTSTANDING TEENS 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005

Rosie Westerbeck Olivia Thoroughman Sarah Eash Kelsey Barrett * Cecili Weber **(*) Veronica Wende Sarah Hider Ashley Miller Kelsey Ballew Ali Nance *

Minster, OH Portsmouth, OH Lakewood, OH Wapakoneta, OH Ironton, OH Lima, OH Wooster, OH Patriot, OH Chillicothe, OH Warren, OH

OVERALL TALENT AWARD $250 | Tana Carli Dimino in Memory of John Blair

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Top 10 at Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Top 15 at Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Preliminary Evening Wear Winner

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ANA PRESLEY

MACKENZIE FENNIG

SYDNEY SHASKY

BROOKLYN AFFOLTER

GABRIELLA MORANDO

VICTORIA KNAPKE

Miss South East Ohio’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Apple Blossom’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Central’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Clayland’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Northwestern Ohio’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Greater Columbus’ Outstanding Teen

A 15 year old Clogger from Zanesville, Ohio Platform – “Teenage Suicide Awareness”

A 15 year old Pianist from Celina, Ohio Platform – “Project Empower: My Fight Against Bullying”

A 15 year old Dancer from Mansfield, Ohio Platform – “NO Tolerance for Bullying”

A 17 year old Vocalist from Uhrichsville, Ohio Platform – “Autism Awareness”

A 13 year old Dancer from Mansfield, Ohio Platform – “Prevent, Prepare, Stay Aware”

A 15 year old Vocalist from Celina, Ohio Platform – “P.E.A.C.E. – Peer Encouragement and Community Enrichment”

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ERIN SIMONEK

LAUREN HILL

KYLIE HOHMAN

LOREN STUKEY

OLIVIA ANDERSON

MACKENZIE LANGE

Miss Greater Cleveland’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Southern’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Grand Lake’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Oxford’s Outstanding Teen

Miss North Coast’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Lake Festival’s Outstanding Teen

A 17 year old Dancer from North Royalton, Ohio Platform – “Perseverance is the Key”

A 16 year old Vocalist from South Webster, Ohio Platform – “iBelieve Foundation”

A 14 year old Dancer from Van Wert, Ohio Platform – “The Better Bug Blanket Project”

A 15 year old Clogger from Rockford, Ohio Platform – “Helping Hand for Ohio’s Seniors”

A 15 year old Harpist from Brunswick, Ohio Platform – “Fill a Pantry, Feed a Belly”

A 15 year old Vocalist from Wapakoneta, Ohio Platform – “Into the Light” Teen Depression Awareness

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ANA PRESLEY

MACKENZIE FENNIG

SYDNEY SHASKY

BROOKLYN AFFOLTER

GABRIELLA MORANDO

VICTORIA KNAPKE

Miss South East Ohio’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Apple Blossom’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Central’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Clayland’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Northwestern Ohio’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Greater Columbus’ Outstanding Teen

A 15 year old Clogger from Zanesville, Ohio Platform – “Teenage Suicide Awareness”

A 15 year old Pianist from Celina, Ohio Platform – “Project Empower: My Fight Against Bullying”

A 15 year old Dancer from Mansfield, Ohio Platform – “NO Tolerance for Bullying”

A 17 year old Vocalist from Uhrichsville, Ohio Platform – “Autism Awareness”

A 13 year old Dancer from Mansfield, Ohio Platform – “Prevent, Prepare, Stay Aware”

A 15 year old Vocalist from Celina, Ohio Platform – “P.E.A.C.E. – Peer Encouragement and Community Enrichment”

#4

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ERIN SIMONEK

LAUREN HILL

KYLIE HOHMAN

LOREN STUKEY

OLIVIA ANDERSON

MACKENZIE LANGE

Miss Greater Cleveland’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Southern’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Grand Lake’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Oxford’s Outstanding Teen

Miss North Coast’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Lake Festival’s Outstanding Teen

A 17 year old Dancer from North Royalton, Ohio Platform – “Perseverance is the Key”

A 16 year old Vocalist from South Webster, Ohio Platform – “iBelieve Foundation”

A 14 year old Dancer from Van Wert, Ohio Platform – “The Better Bug Blanket Project”

A 15 year old Clogger from Rockford, Ohio Platform – “Helping Hand for Ohio’s Seniors”

A 15 year old Harpist from Brunswick, Ohio Platform – “Fill a Pantry, Feed a Belly”

A 15 year old Vocalist from Wapakoneta, Ohio Platform – “Into the Light” Teen Depression Awareness

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ABBEY MARIE HITCHENS

ALI WAYMAN

Miss Maple City’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Portsmouth’s Outstanding Teen

Miss West Central’s Outstanding Teen

HAILEY NICOLE DYSON

PAIGE DIVELBISS

A 15 year old Vocalist from North Royalton, Ohio Platform – “BEautiful YOU – Strengthening Self – Confidence in Children and Teens”

A 17 year old Pianist from Newark, Ohio Platform – “When Life Throws You A Curve” Scoliosis Awareness

A 15 year old Dancer from Wapakoneta, Ohio Platform – Lupus Awareness “Hurting, Hope, Happiness”

12 year old daughter of Kim and Dan Dyson of Broadview Heights, Ohio

11 year old daughter of Amanda and Whitney Robertson & Vincent Divelbiss of Ontario, Ohio

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ALICE MAGATO

KATIE HITCHENS

Miss Heart of Ohio’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Greater Butler County’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Shawnee’s Outstanding Teen

A 16 year old Dancer from Zanesville, Ohio Platform – “Promoting High Achievement for Women in STEM Fields”

A 17 year old Vocalist from Cincinnati, Ohio Platform – “YOUniquely You: Conquering the Confidence Curve”

A 15 year old Magician from Newark, Ohio Platform - “Volunteering – St. Vincent DePaul”

SARAH HAHN

MEGGAN ROSE HITCHENS

MADISON YUZWA

10 year old daughter of Allison and Joe Hahn of Mansfield, Ohio

9 year old daughter of Greg & Gina Hitchens of Newark, Ohio

12 year old daughter of Marty and Michelle Yuzwa of Broadview Heights, Ohio

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ALI WAYMAN

Miss Maple City’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Portsmouth’s Outstanding Teen

Miss West Central’s Outstanding Teen

HAILEY NICOLE DYSON

PAIGE DIVELBISS

A 15 year old Vocalist from North Royalton, Ohio Platform – “BEautiful YOU – Strengthening Self – Confidence in Children and Teens”

A 17 year old Pianist from Newark, Ohio Platform – “When Life Throws You A Curve” Scoliosis Awareness

A 15 year old Dancer from Wapakoneta, Ohio Platform – Lupus Awareness “Hurting, Hope, Happiness”

12 year old daughter of Kim and Dan Dyson of Broadview Heights, Ohio

11 year old daughter of Amanda and Whitney Robertson & Vincent Divelbiss of Ontario, Ohio

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REAGAN RICHARDSON

ALICE MAGATO

KATIE HITCHENS

Miss Heart of Ohio’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Greater Butler County’s Outstanding Teen

Miss Shawnee’s Outstanding Teen

A 16 year old Dancer from Zanesville, Ohio Platform – “Promoting High Achievement for Women in STEM Fields”

A 17 year old Vocalist from Cincinnati, Ohio Platform – “YOUniquely You: Conquering the Confidence Curve”

A 15 year old Magician from Newark, Ohio Platform - “Volunteering – St. Vincent DePaul”

SARAH HAHN

MEGGAN ROSE HITCHENS

MADISON YUZWA

10 year old daughter of Allison and Joe Hahn of Mansfield, Ohio

9 year old daughter of Greg & Gina Hitchens of Newark, Ohio

12 year old daughter of Marty and Michelle Yuzwa of Broadview Heights, Ohio

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Judges

JUSTIN RAINS

Justin Rains resides in Lexington, Kentucky, where he is employed as an Insurance Technology Trainer in the Patient Access Services Department at the University of Kentucky Healthcare System. Through this position he trains hospital and clinical staff on a number of computer systems, customer service strategies and health insurance processing. Justin is a graduate of the University of Kentucky with a degree in Hospitality Management and a minor in Business Administration. He has volunteered for the past 20 years in the Miss America Organization at the local and state levels in Kentucky. Currently, Justin serves as the Executive Vice President for the Miss Kentucky Scholarship Organization and is also the State Field Director. He is an avid Miss America historian, trivia buff and collector of pageant memorabilia.

Judges Ryan grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana and currently resides in Greenwood, Indiana, a suburb of Indianapolis. He is a 2007 graduate of Harrison College with an associate degree in Science.

Ryan is employed as an Operations Manager for a multi-billion dollar company in Indianapolis.

He is responsible for ensuring and improving the performance, productivity, efficiency and profitability of organizational operations.

Ryan has been associated with the Miss South Central Scholarship Program, Inc. (Miss and Outstanding Teen preliminary pageants in Indiana) for the past fifteen years. He currently serves as Vice-President, Director of Sponsorship and Executive Producer. During his time with the Miss South Central Program, he has helped prepare and produce numerous Miss Indiana’s and Miss America Top Ten contestants.

JAMES RYAN CAPPS

In 2008, Ryan was awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Award for by then President Bush; this award was created to thank and honor Americans who, by their demonstrated commitment and example, inspire others to engage in community service.

Ryan enjoys hitting the casinos, spending time with his family, and is married to the love of his life. They will be celebrating their 15th anniversary, this year in Honolulu, Hawaii.

JEANNE PORTER

Jeanne Porter resides in Centerville, Ohio and is employed as the Director and Founder of Women in Business Networking, an organization that provides forums for building relationships so women will achieve career and personal success through education, resources and recognition. In January of 2014 Women in Business Networking and the Dayton Better Business Bureau merged making WiBN a program of the BBB. Prior to WiBN, Jeanne’s experience included developing two new Court Appointed Special Advocate programs in Greene and Warren Counties and serving as director of both program for 15 years. She also served in volunteer management for Casa de Amparo Crisis Center for Abused and Neglected Children in Oceanside, California. Jeanne has received recognition as YWCA Woman of Influence 2011, Distinguished Leader from the Western Ohio Girl Scout Association in 2012 and the BBB Eclipse Integrity Award in 2013.

A native of Middletown, Ohio, Lori Patai started dancing at the age of three. Throughout her childhood and adolescent years, Lori studied ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, and tumbling.

Along with her love for dance, Lori has a background in voice and violin. She continued studying and teaching dance while attending college, receiving a Bachelor’s in Health and Sport Studies from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. After deciding one degree wasn’t enough, Lori returned to college to earn her Associates Degree in Nursing. During her first semester of nursing school, Lori opened D and L Dance (in her hometown) which quickly became a success. Her dance skills, poise and demeanor opened the door for Lori to become a 2-time contestant in the Miss Ohio Scholarship Pageant by earning the titles of Miss Greater Cincinnati and Miss Lorain County. She won the George Martin Most Talented Non-Finalist Award at Miss Ohio 1996

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Paula is the Special Events and Communications Manager at the YWCA in Dayton, Ohio. A native of Ireland, Paula is a recent resident of Dayton having spent 10 years in Sydney, Australia. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre and Media from University of Ulster and a Post Graduate Study Degree in Arts Administration from University College Dublin. She has worked in theatre for most of her professional career traveling to numerous places. Paula became a member of the YWCA Dayton team in November 2014 and is delighted to be judging for Miss Ohio’s Outstanding Teen!

Lori’s successes are both personal and professional. She was the Medical Chair for the National Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Pageant 2006-2011. Lori’s students have won countless regional and national awards. They have also been awarded Scholarships to Peridance Dance in New York City and from Nuvo, Jump and NRG Dance Project. Lori is an active member of Florida Dance Master and is certified by Dance Educators of Americas in ballet, tap, jazz, modern and tumbling.

This year Lori will celebrate two 15 year milestones; one as a pediatric emergency room nurse and the 2nd, the anniversary of her D and L Dance Center in Orlando, FL. Lori lives in Orlando Florida with her husband of 15 years Damon and her two beautiful children Makenna and Aidan.grandchildren.

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JUSTIN RAINS

Justin Rains resides in Lexington, Kentucky, where he is employed as an Insurance Technology Trainer in the Patient Access Services Department at the University of Kentucky Healthcare System. Through this position he trains hospital and clinical staff on a number of computer systems, customer service strategies and health insurance processing. Justin is a graduate of the University of Kentucky with a degree in Hospitality Management and a minor in Business Administration. He has volunteered for the past 20 years in the Miss America Organization at the local and state levels in Kentucky. Currently, Justin serves as the Executive Vice President for the Miss Kentucky Scholarship Organization and is also the State Field Director. He is an avid Miss America historian, trivia buff and collector of pageant memorabilia.

Judges Ryan grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana and currently resides in Greenwood, Indiana, a suburb of Indianapolis. He is a 2007 graduate of Harrison College with an associate degree in Science.

Ryan is employed as an Operations Manager for a multi-billion dollar company in Indianapolis.

He is responsible for ensuring and improving the performance, productivity, efficiency and profitability of organizational operations.

Ryan has been associated with the Miss South Central Scholarship Program, Inc. (Miss and Outstanding Teen preliminary pageants in Indiana) for the past fifteen years. He currently serves as Vice-President, Director of Sponsorship and Executive Producer. During his time with the Miss South Central Program, he has helped prepare and produce numerous Miss Indiana’s and Miss America Top Ten contestants.

JAMES RYAN CAPPS

In 2008, Ryan was awarded the President’s Volunteer Service Award for by then President Bush; this award was created to thank and honor Americans who, by their demonstrated commitment and example, inspire others to engage in community service.

Ryan enjoys hitting the casinos, spending time with his family, and is married to the love of his life. They will be celebrating their 15th anniversary, this year in Honolulu, Hawaii.

JEANNE PORTER

Jeanne Porter resides in Centerville, Ohio and is employed as the Director and Founder of Women in Business Networking, an organization that provides forums for building relationships so women will achieve career and personal success through education, resources and recognition. In January of 2014 Women in Business Networking and the Dayton Better Business Bureau merged making WiBN a program of the BBB. Prior to WiBN, Jeanne’s experience included developing two new Court Appointed Special Advocate programs in Greene and Warren Counties and serving as director of both program for 15 years. She also served in volunteer management for Casa de Amparo Crisis Center for Abused and Neglected Children in Oceanside, California. Jeanne has received recognition as YWCA Woman of Influence 2011, Distinguished Leader from the Western Ohio Girl Scout Association in 2012 and the BBB Eclipse Integrity Award in 2013.

A native of Middletown, Ohio, Lori Patai started dancing at the age of three. Throughout her childhood and adolescent years, Lori studied ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, and tumbling.

Along with her love for dance, Lori has a background in voice and violin. She continued studying and teaching dance while attending college, receiving a Bachelor’s in Health and Sport Studies from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. After deciding one degree wasn’t enough, Lori returned to college to earn her Associates Degree in Nursing. During her first semester of nursing school, Lori opened D and L Dance (in her hometown) which quickly became a success. Her dance skills, poise and demeanor opened the door for Lori to become a 2-time contestant in the Miss Ohio Scholarship Pageant by earning the titles of Miss Greater Cincinnati and Miss Lorain County. She won the George Martin Most Talented Non-Finalist Award at Miss Ohio 1996

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Paula is the Special Events and Communications Manager at the YWCA in Dayton, Ohio. A native of Ireland, Paula is a recent resident of Dayton having spent 10 years in Sydney, Australia. She has a Bachelor’s Degree in Theatre and Media from University of Ulster and a Post Graduate Study Degree in Arts Administration from University College Dublin. She has worked in theatre for most of her professional career traveling to numerous places. Paula became a member of the YWCA Dayton team in November 2014 and is delighted to be judging for Miss Ohio’s Outstanding Teen!

Lori’s successes are both personal and professional. She was the Medical Chair for the National Miss America’s Outstanding Teen Pageant 2006-2011. Lori’s students have won countless regional and national awards. They have also been awarded Scholarships to Peridance Dance in New York City and from Nuvo, Jump and NRG Dance Project. Lori is an active member of Florida Dance Master and is certified by Dance Educators of Americas in ballet, tap, jazz, modern and tumbling.

This year Lori will celebrate two 15 year milestones; one as a pediatric emergency room nurse and the 2nd, the anniversary of her D and L Dance Center in Orlando, FL. Lori lives in Orlando Florida with her husband of 15 years Damon and her two beautiful children Makenna and Aidan.grandchildren.

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Timothy O’Guinn KAY HALL

Judges’Co-Chairperson Chairperson Judges’

Sherri Hoselton JAY PETERSON JudgesCo-Chairperson Committee Judges

MIKE ARTER Auditor

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JODIE FRY

SUSAN HARRY

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JOHN MICHAEL LANDER

SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVEMENT JUDGES SUSAN RAPIER High School Guidance Counselor, Fayetteville Local Schools Retired Ohio Department of Education - Grove City, Ohio

MELISSA HOOKS Department Head Orangeburg Prepatory Schools - Orangeburg, SC University of South Carolina Palmetto College Project Coordinator & Academic Advisor - Waterboro, South Carolina

SARAH EASH

John-Michael Lander has been involved in theatre, television, and film since he won 2 gold medals at the World Platform and Springboard Diving Championships in Tonsberg, Norway. In 2001 he graduated Magnum Cum Laude from WSU in Musical Theatre, 2009 Graduated with a M.Ed from Antioch McGregor, and currently pursuing a PhD in Education at Walden University. He is shopping around three novels, Surface Tension, Spandau Ballet, and Saving Bellaria. He is currently teaching Language Arts at Stivers High School for the Arts. He has been a part of the Miss America Program for as long as he can remember from being a performer for Miss New York and Ohio, a judge for New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Indian, and Kentucky, and a local director for Miss Greater Dayton.

Sarah just completed her sophomore year at John Carroll University, majoring in Pediatric Psychology, while teaching ballet and pointe classes at Interpretations Dance Academy. She is no stranger to the pageant system, holding titles as Miss Cleveland’s Pre-Teen 2007, placing in top 5 for 2 years with the National American Miss system and has competed for 4 years in the Miss Ohio/Miss America Organization holding prelim titles, placing top 5 for 3 years and becoming Miss Ohio’s Outstanding Teen 2012. During her years with Miss Ohio, Sarah supported her platform “Get Up, Get Involved, Give Back to Your Community and Make a Positive Change In Your Life” and till this day continues to be an advocate for volunteering and the Miss Ohio Organization promoting the teen program. Sarah’s favorite place to visit is the Veterans Hospital where she has made many friends throughout her years of volunteering.

LAURA GIORDANO Model Coaches Teacher Pebblebrook High School

OUTSTANDING TEEN PRODUCTION STAFF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PRODUCER

CHOREOGRAPHER CONTESTANT COORDINATOR PRINCESS CHAIRPERSON

Holly Campbell-Bradley John Michael Lander Sarah Eash Paige Bishop Debbie Eash

Thank you to Rosie Westerbeck Miss Ohio’s Outstanding Teen 2014 and Karen Westerbeck for all your help this year!

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Timothy O’Guinn KAY HALL

Judges’Co-Chairperson Chairperson Judges’

Sherri Hoselton JAY PETERSON JudgesCo-Chairperson Committee Judges

MIKE ARTER Auditor

Production Staff

JODIE FRY

SUSAN HARRY

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JOHN MICHAEL LANDER

SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVEMENT JUDGES SUSAN RAPIER High School Guidance Counselor, Fayetteville Local Schools Retired Ohio Department of Education - Grove City, Ohio

MELISSA HOOKS Department Head Orangeburg Prepatory Schools - Orangeburg, SC University of South Carolina Palmetto College Project Coordinator & Academic Advisor - Waterboro, South Carolina

SARAH EASH

John-Michael Lander has been involved in theatre, television, and film since he won 2 gold medals at the World Platform and Springboard Diving Championships in Tonsberg, Norway. In 2001 he graduated Magnum Cum Laude from WSU in Musical Theatre, 2009 Graduated with a M.Ed from Antioch McGregor, and currently pursuing a PhD in Education at Walden University. He is shopping around three novels, Surface Tension, Spandau Ballet, and Saving Bellaria. He is currently teaching Language Arts at Stivers High School for the Arts. He has been a part of the Miss America Program for as long as he can remember from being a performer for Miss New York and Ohio, a judge for New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Indian, and Kentucky, and a local director for Miss Greater Dayton.

Sarah just completed her sophomore year at John Carroll University, majoring in Pediatric Psychology, while teaching ballet and pointe classes at Interpretations Dance Academy. She is no stranger to the pageant system, holding titles as Miss Cleveland’s Pre-Teen 2007, placing in top 5 for 2 years with the National American Miss system and has competed for 4 years in the Miss Ohio/Miss America Organization holding prelim titles, placing top 5 for 3 years and becoming Miss Ohio’s Outstanding Teen 2012. During her years with Miss Ohio, Sarah supported her platform “Get Up, Get Involved, Give Back to Your Community and Make a Positive Change In Your Life” and till this day continues to be an advocate for volunteering and the Miss Ohio Organization promoting the teen program. Sarah’s favorite place to visit is the Veterans Hospital where she has made many friends throughout her years of volunteering.

LAURA GIORDANO Model Coaches Teacher Pebblebrook High School

OUTSTANDING TEEN PRODUCTION STAFF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PRODUCER

CHOREOGRAPHER CONTESTANT COORDINATOR PRINCESS CHAIRPERSON

Holly Campbell-Bradley John Michael Lander Sarah Eash Paige Bishop Debbie Eash

Thank you to Rosie Westerbeck Miss Ohio’s Outstanding Teen 2014 and Karen Westerbeck for all your help this year!

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Sarah Hider 2015 Miss Maple City

Emily Krejci

Miss Shawnee’s Outstanding Teen 2015 Katie Grace Hitchens

2015 Miss Maple City’s Outstanding Teen

Best of Luck from: Shaw Mechanical Got Gear 4 U Grandma Stanton & Aunt Jenny Matt Boyd Photography

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Sarah Hider 2015 Miss Maple City

Emily Krejci

Miss Shawnee’s Outstanding Teen 2015 Katie Grace Hitchens

2015 Miss Maple City’s Outstanding Teen

Best of Luck from: Shaw Mechanical Got Gear 4 U Grandma Stanton & Aunt Jenny Matt Boyd Photography

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