Miss Klamath County - Miss City of Sunshine
Program & Klamath County - City of Sunshine Teen
Scholarship Program
Miss Klamath County - Miss City of Sunshine
Program & Klamath County - City of Sunshine Teen Scholarship Program
Introductions of MC's National Anthem by Miss Oregon Sophia Takla
Opening Number
Introductions of Judges, Auditors and State Board Members
Teen Lifestyle and Fitness
Miss On-Stage Questions and Social Impact
City of Sunshine Teen Talent
Teen Talent
Klamath County Teen Talent
Miss Talent
Miss Klamath County Talent
Princess Performance
Raffle for Quilt Intermission
Miss City of Sunshine Talent
Visiting Royalty
Teen Evening Gown and On-Stage Question
Miss Evening Gown
Farewells of Current Titleholders
Finale
Special Awards
Crowning
Saturday March 25th, 2023 6:30pm | Mills School Auditorium
BOARD MEMBERS
Debbie Greenleaf
Co-Executive Director
Wendy Steidle
Co-Executive Director
Patti Johnson
Leslie Maxfield
Grace Maxfield
Savannah Wieting
Cheyenne Lundsten
Cheryl Olguin
Tracey Struble
Heidi Gaither
Sue Hamilton
Debbie Dillon
Kristin Sayles
Miss Klamath County Miss City of Sunshine Scholarship Program
To our sponsors,
Each year we continue to be overwhelmed with gratitude by our local community sponsors and supporters of the Women's Scholarship Foundation of Klamath County and the Miss Klamath CountyMiss City of Sunshine Program With your support we are able to offer more than $21,000 in scholarships and awards tonight to young women for the purpose of furthering their educations and future careers. We cannot begin to express to you our sincere thanks to this entire community for continuing to support this program even in the midst of such economic uncertainty Your financial investment in the lives of these young women is a testament to your belief in them, in their educations and in their futures! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts
2023 has brought us yet another wonderful group of young women to love and mentor! The outstanding young women competing here tonight as finalists are truly some of the best of the community They are intelligent, friendly, goaloriented, educationally motivated, communityminded women who are now and will continue to be assets to this community Klamath County will be truly blessed to be represented by any of them
Thank you for your continuing support of education and advancement for the young women of Klamath County. We are eternally grateful.
Sincerely yours in youth and education,
The Miss Klamath County - Miss City of Sunshine Scholarship Pageant Board of DirectorsThank you to those behind the scenes!
PRODUCTION STAFF
Director - Patti Johnson
Producer - Wendy Steidle
Technical Director/Lighting - Devin Walden of WaldenAudio
Choreography Outstanding Kids - Rachel Glenn
Program Book - Cheyenne Lundsten
MC's - Darin and Kat Rutledge
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
2018 Cindy Owens and Cheri Sandberg
2013 Linda Sumner
2010 Don Gruener
2009 Craig Douglas
2005 Sue Hamilton
2004 Jan Leeper
2002 Teri Leeper Taylor
LODGING AND MEAL SPONSORS FOR JUDGES
Thank you to Fairfield Inn for providing the judges with beautiful and comfortable lodging.
Thank you to Mermaid Garden Cafe for providing lunch for our judges.
Thank you to Nana's Tea Room for providing dinner for our judges
Thank you to Ashley's Cheesecake delights for providing dessert to our judges during intermission.
Thank you to those in our community that gave their time to mock interview all of our contestants Without you, the young ladies would not be as prepared as they are for the competition
David Beanland
Tyra Louise Mast
Gwen Williams
Chelsea Brosterhous
Trevor Lundsten
Zach Wieting
Fran Dearborn
Kendall Ottmar
Pete Belcastro
Kelley Minty
Francois Dupuis
Caleb Coaty
Volunteer Achievements, Legacy Scholarship Donors & Princess Gift Donors
VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR
2022 - Danielle Tucker & Marina Gomez Castrillo
2021 - Cheryl Olguin
2019 - Sheri Hargrave
2018 - Diana Hargraves
2017 - Chuck Collins
2016 - Nikki Crawford
2015 - Sherri Pace
2014 - Wendy Steidle
2013 - Rachel Glenn
2012 - Patti Johnson
2011 - Debbie Greenleaf
2010 - Gail Bailey
2009 - Heidi Hug
2008 - Cheri Sandberg
2007 - Stacy Howard
2006 - Jenifer Johnson
2005 - Cindy Owens & Claudia Nikola
2004 - Linda Sumner
2003 - Pati Mest
2002 - Sandy Kurth
2001 - Rae Skillington
2000 - Dixie Kuhlman
1999 - Kathy Ayers
1998 - Pati Mest
LEGACY SCHOLARSHIP DONORS
Ashlie Smith
Kylinn Hoopes
Mackenzie Petereson
Savannah Wieting
Candy Gibson
Allie West
Jen Broas
Monica Burns
Kelsie Flynn
Bronwyn Tucker
Jessica Picker
Stephanie Matheson
Amanda Blodgett
Leilani O'brien
Alisha Crebbin
Alesya Alonso
Beth Leistikow
Alexa Lyles
Maria Evinger
Rylee Smith
PRINCESS GIFT DONORS
Candy Gibson
Monica Burns
Jessica Picker
Ashley Hubble
Kylinn Hoopes
Cheyenne Lundsten
Kelsie Flynn
Gwen Jones
Ksandra Trailer
Beth Narramore
Raeanna Washington
Desiree Sager
2023 Miss Klamath CountyMiss City of Sunshine Gifts and Scholarships
Miss Klamath County 2023
$3,000 Scholarship - Lynn and Tom Greenleaf & Scholarship Foundation Benefactors
Additional In-Kind Tuition Scholarship - Klamath Community College
Miss City of Sunshine 2023
$3,000 Scholarship - Allison Cook & Scholarship Foundation Benefactors
Additional In-Kind Tuition Scholarship - Klamath Community College
Both Titleholders will receive the following gifts:
Official Miss America crown sponsored by Main Street Jewelers
Official custom crafted diamond Ring sponsored by Holliday Jewelers
Official sash sponsored by Main Street Jewelers
Presentation bouquet sponsored by Oops a Daisy and MKC-MCOS Board
Luggage set sponsored by MKC-MCOS Board
Sunglasses sponsored by Advanced Eye Care
Entry into the 2023 Miss Oregon Program
Monat gift basket sponsored by Tracey Struble
Color Palette sponsored by Cheryl Olguin, Mary Kay
Crown boxes sponsored by Kristin Sayles
First Runner Up
$1,500 Scholarship - Lithia Toyota & Scholarship Benefactors
Academic Scholarship Award
$500 Scholarship - Scholarship Benefactors
Spirit of Sisterhood
$500 - Scholarship Foundation Benefactors
True Beauty
$500 Scholarship- Cheryl Olguin
Legacy Award
$800 Scholarship - Formers MKC-MCOS Titleholders
Miss Congeniality
$250 Scholarship - Scholarship Benefactors
Remaining Contestants (not winning any other scholarships)
$250 Scholarship - Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation & Mule Deer Foundation
Peoples Choice
Amount undetermined until votes are counted the night of pageant
2023 Miss Klamath County - Miss City of Sunshine
Outstanding Teen Gifts and Scholarships
Klamath County Outstanding Teen - City of Sunshine Outstanding Teen 2023
$1,500 - College Scholarship
2023 Scholarship for Miss Oregon's Outstanding Teen workshop
2023 Entry fee paid for Miss Oregon's Outstanding Teen program
Both Titleholders will receive the following gifts:
Official crowns sponsored by Main St Jewelers
Official sashes sponsored by Main St Jewelers
Floral presentation sponsored by Oops a Daisy and MKC-MCOS Board
Rings sponsored by Main Street Jewelers
Luggage sponsored by MKC-MCOS Board
Monat gift basket sponsored by Tracey Struble
Crown boxes sponsored by Kristin Sayles
First Runner Up
$750 Scholarship
Athletic Award
$250 Scholarship
Academic Excellence Award
$500 Scholarship
Journey
$250 Scholarship
Legacy
$250 Scholarship
Spirit of Sisterhood
$500 Scholarship
Miss Congeniality
$250 Scholarship
Mental Health Scholarship
$250 - Bailey Damrow
People Choice
Amount undetermined until votes are counted the night of the program
Remaining Contestants (not winning any other scholarships)
$250 Scholarship - Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation & Mule Deer Foundation
Scholarship Foundation Benefactors &
Benefactor Achievements
CROWN PATRONS DONATING $1,000 AND UP
Pacific Power
Klamath Community College
Oregon Tech
Tom & Lynn Greenleaf
PLATINUM PATRONS DONATING $500 - $999
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
Mule Deer Foundation
Soroptimist International of Klamath Falls
Cheryl Olguin
Columbia Forest Products
Klamath Snowflake Festival
Kruise of Klamath
GOLD PATRONS DONATING $300 - $499
Mia's and Pia's Pizzeria
Terry & Jann Leeper
SILVER PATRONS DONATING $50 - $299
Pacific Ridge Insurance
Mick Insurance
Phil Kensler - State Farm
Webb Wilson Insurance
Sidelines Pizza
Mermaid Garden Cafe
Nana's Tea Room
Main St. Jewelers
Holiday Jewelry
Coast Truck Center
Midland Empire Insurance
Belcastro Enterprises LLC
Stephanie Carine Photography
Shockley Photography
BENEFACTOR OF THE YEAR
2022 - Main St. Jewelers
2021 - Oregon Tech
2019 - Lithia Klamath Falls Dodge Toyota
2018 - Willy's Pizzeria
2017 - Klamath Falls Subaru
2016 - Oregon Tech
2015 - Yesterday's Plaza, Terry Bennett
2014 - Microtel Inn & Suites, Gary Weldon Jr.
2013 - OIT, KCC, Isler & Co., LLP & Don Rowlett
2012 - Frank Lam, Advanced Eyecare & Maureen Moore
2011 - Willy's Pizzeria & Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
2010 - National Fitness & Nikki Crawford
2009 - Bridges World Jewelry & Collier's Cleaners
2008 - Beach's Jewelers & Powley Plumbing
2007 - Nyback's Flowers & Gifts, Inc.
2006 - Indulgence / Ultimate Exposure
2005 - Main Street Jewelers
2004 - Lithia & Cascade
2003 - Soroptimist International of Klamath Falls
2002 - Oregon Tech
2001 - Famillian Northwest
2000 - Shilo Inn Suites
1999 - Cell Tech
1998 - Holliday Jewelers
1997 - Preferred Electric
Meet our Judges
Chris Maples
Chris Maples is the former president of Oregon Institute of Technology. He subsequently served as the interim chancellor for Missouri University of Science and Technology in Rolla, Missouri, and the interim president for the Pacific Northwest College of Art. He also is a former board member of the Miss Oregon Scholarship Foundation. With an academic background in geology and paleontology, Dr. Maples has traveled extensively for research and teaching prior to serving in academic administration. It was during his time at Oregon Tech that he became involved in the Miss Klamath County-Miss City of Sunshine competition. Chris’ spouse, Sara Marcus, has judged local competitions previously, and was able to give him sage advice and guidance for this, his first foray into judging, despite his well-educated and accomplished background.
Candy Gibson
Candy was Miss City of Sunshine
2001, and from there, joined the US Coast Guard in 2004 where she spent six years serving her country She was then able to use her GI Bill to obtain her bachelors degree in Human Resource Management She has two children Izzy, 12 and Beau, six Currently she is the chief of staff for the CEO for a major healthcare company in California In the little amount of spare time she does have you will find her at her children’s many extracurricular activities, and volunteering at their school
Nicolas Odeh
Nick is a proud Klamath Union alumni and Oregon Tech graduate Though he lives in the Seattle suburbs with his wife and 2 daughters, he will forever call Klamath Falls home He graduated with degrees in both entrepreneurship and marketing from Oregon Tech, and currently works as a program manager at a startup Prior to living the "boring, suburban dad life," and worrying about his dog getting into his veggie garden, Nick volunteered as both a 2nd grade, and high school youth minister at his local church, volunteered with DECA chapters (because he insists he peaked in high school), and has worked with the Miss Klamath County/City of Sunshine program in 2010, 2011 and 2017
Meet our Judges
Rachel Novak
Rachel served as Miss Klamath County in 2007, Miss City of Sunshine in 2010 and placed top 10 at Miss Oregon along with winning overall interview. She also served as Miss Linn-Benton in 2014. She is a graduate from Oregon Tech and went on to pursue her Doctorate of Pharmacy. Rachel is a dive professional and has placed in the top 10 of both Sea Queen of Nevada and Miss Mermaid Nevada. She has performed stunts in Black Panther II, and was a stunt performer for Marvel Universe Live. Rachel is an advocate for ocean conservation and is the founder of "We the Sea." She also has experience in acrobatics, dance, modeling, circus performing and spinning poi as well.
Stacy Howard
Stacy first began her involvement with the Miss Klamath County - Miss City of Sunshine program in 1996 when she, herself was a contestant She was crowned Miss City of Sunshine in 1997 and went on to compete at Miss Oregon, placing in the top 10, and also received the Service Award Scholarship After giving up her crown that year, she knew she wanted to continue serving the program on board of directors, while heading the talent portion She served on the board of directors until 2012 Stacy currently works at AmeriTitle as the Vice President and General Manager of Klamath and Lake County operations.
Sponsors for our judges
EDUCATION
OREGONTECH
Bridget Vargas
MISSCONTESTANT#1
Social Impact Initiative
Loneliness epidemic
Talent
Science Experiment
Future Ambition
PA Psychiatric or OB/GYN
Parents
Kelly and David Vargas
FUN FACT: I LOVE TO TRAVEL
Galaxy Mathis
PRINCESS
Age 6
1st Grade
Lexie would love to have her own YouTube show someday. She is artistic and creative and loves going on adventures to find waterfalls
Pony Dic'Yawqs Gallagher
PRINCESS
Age 6
1st Grade
Pony is a Klamath Tribal Member She likes Boba Tea, Baby Yoda, and her pet cats She enjoys going to go Medford to go shopping at Claires and stays active by cheerleading and taking care of her chickens.
EDUCATION
OREGONTECH
Aaliyah Martinez
MISSCONTESTANT#2
Social Impact Initiative
Awareness of lack of art education
Talent
Speed painting
Future Ambition
To become a project designer in the mechanical engineering field
Guardian and Parent
Theresa Martinez and Mario Martinez
FUN FACT: I LOVE TO PAINT WITH ACRYLIC PAINT
Talani Jackson
PRINCESS
Age 7
1st Grade
Talani loves gymnastics, loves all animals, and her favorite color is purple.
Jacie Lee
PRINCESS
Age 5 Kindergarten
Jacie loves to go to school and play with friends. Her favorite color is blue and loves gymnastics.
EDUCATION
PENNFOSTERCOLLEGE
McKenzie Simono
MISSCONTESTANT#3
Social Impact Initiative
We are warriors
Talent
Vocal "Warrior"
Future Ambition
To become a veterinary technician
Parents
James and Cindy Simono
FUN FACT: I HAVE DOUBLE JOINTED FINGERS AND SHOULDERS
Rylee Ortega
PRINCESS
Age 6
Kindergarten
Rylee loves reading, school, dancing and gymnastics.
EDUCATION
KCC&SOU
Haylee Hansen
MISSCONTESTANT#4
Social Impact Initiative
Community mentors with youth
Talent
Tap Dance
Future Ambition
Elementary School Teacher/ High School
Coach
Parents
Jeff and Vanessa Hansen
FUN FACT: ENJOYS CROCHET
Aubrey Hay PRINCESS
Age 7
1st Grade
Aubrey likes to play with her friends and is very artistic.
EDUCATION
OREGONTECH
Ahea Taito
MISSCONTESTANT#5
Social Impact Initiative
Random acts of kindness
Talent
Tahitian Dance
Future Ambition
To become an Echocardiogram technician
Parents
Hannah and Richie Taito
FUN FACT: I AM FROM HAWAII AND I HAVE NEVER SURFED
Kay'onni Alexis Marie Jefferson
PRINCESS
Age 9
3rd Grade
Kay'onni loves stitch and is an amazing big sister.
EDUCATION
BACHELORSINNURSING, OREGONHEALTHSCIENCE UNIVERSITY
Shelby Johnson
MISSCONTESTANT#6
Social Impact Initiative
Drug prevention among youth
Talent
Lyrical dance to A Thousand Years
Future Ambition
To obtain my bachelors degree in nursing and become a pediatric nurse
Parents
Dava and Steve Leslie
FUN FACT: I HAVE CLUBBED THUMBS ALSO KNOW AS MEGAN FOX THUMBS
Zoey Raine Durighello
PRINCESS
Age 6
1st Grade
Zoey is very talented, she loves to sing, read and do her own makeup.
Miss City of Sunshine - Allyssa Defillipo
I never thought that night that I would be crowned Miss City of Sunshine, and since that day everything has changed. I have not only met my bestest friend and forever pageant sister, Anna, I have been given many opportunities that I may not have without this program.
I earned about $7000 in scholarships at the local level this year, allowing me to continue my education in Early Childhood Education and Nutrition Most importantly I learned that I am capable of doing the things I dreamed of as a little girl- singing on stage, sharing my passions, and inspiring others
Since being crowned Miss City of Sunshine I was inspired to become a better version of myself: filming commercials, continuing my modeling career, starting my own coaching business, prioritizing my physical and mental health, dedicating time to others, and working hard to achieve my goals. I found confidence and motivation through this title that has changed my life.
And Anna, my Miss Klamath County, there’s no words for how grateful I am to have been paired with the ying to my yang. This program granted me with someone who not only inspires me everyday, but inspires others as well I love you to the moon and I know you will continue doing great things in your life
My Miss Oregon Sisters: the sisterhood is truly why I started competing and I couldn’t of been luckier than the ladies I had in this years class Each and every one of them are kind, loving, beautiful and hard working I have met some of my greatest friends and cannot thank you guys enough for the experience you have provided me and the light you continue to shine in my life.
Thank you to everyone who has believed in me and supported me along this journey- and I will continue serving this community, uplifting women, and sharing my passions inside and out of this program.
Allyssa Defillipo
Miss Klamath County- Anna Edwards
Sometimes the best decisions are the ones made on a whim My favorite spontaneous decision was deciding, at the very last minute, to compete in the Miss Klamath County/City of Sunshine Scholarship program. Let me tell you, the last thing I expected was to be crowned as Miss Klamath County 2022!
I dedicated this past year of service as my farewell to Klamath Falls, as I will continue my education at Oregon State’s School of Pharmacy in the fall of 2023 My hometown community helped me develop into the young woman I am today, and I wanted to show my appreciation through service One of my favorite volunteer moments happened at the 2022 Klamath County Fair. I walked into the bunny barn to hang out with and assist the 4-H kids Instantly, I was surrounded by kids bringing me their animals and telling me all about them Of course, over the next two hours, I held every animal and told the kids how impressed I was! Moments like that are why I fell in love with volunteering and making connections in the community
One of the parts I am most grateful for this year is the genuine friendships it brought me. Annikah, my teen, is the sweetest, most bubbly, and hungry girl I know. My favorite memory with her happened while we volunteered at a golf tournament benefiting Children’s Miracle Network This was the first time she had driven a golf cart, which was on her bucket list Don’t worry, she was a natural! She only hit a few bumps and puddles along the way, but that didn’t stop her from having the biggest smile on her face I love you Annikah Never stop being yourself and keep lifting others up with your kindness! Melanie, you put the sunshine in Miss City of Sunshine’s Outstanding Teen! You always radiate happiness and let your positivity shine into the lives of others I love you and am excited to see what the future brings you! Thank you for being the most amazing teen my best friend could ask for
Oh, I haven’t introduced my best friend? Allyssa, Miss City of Sunshine 2022, I am beyond lucky this organization made our paths cross I will always be in awe of your poise, determination, beauty, and success. I am so proud of you and everything you have accomplished Thank you for being the yin to my yang, feeding me the most delicious vegan snacks, and always being someone I can turn to One of my favorite memories with you happened after our Fourth of July Firecracker event I drove you home and we sat parked in your driveway for HOURS just talking Another memory I love is when we wore the same pair of sparkly heels, because I owned two different sizes, to the Klamath County Chamber of Commerce. I accidentally gave each of us one size 9 heel and one size 8 heel, and I didn’t even notice! I love looking back on the memories we share and can’t wait for the future adventures we’ll have You are my sunshine and I love you for all that you are
There is so much I have learned and gained from my year of service I’ve learned how to become more involved in any community and how I can make a difference through my social impact. I’ve become aware of my self worth while developing my confidence and independence I gained so much support and love from my board, sister queens, and all of my friends I competed with at Miss Oregon
Sometimes I look back and think to myself, “where would I be who would I be if I hadn’t given this organization a chance?” So, I encourage everyone to be spontaneous and open to change and uncertainty As I take off my crown for the last time this year, I remember that the best things in life are spontaneous because they are sincere
Anna Edwards
2022 Princess Court
Braelynn Elizabeth Rodriguez Jaelyn Aleeah Turner
Layla Lee
Alice Jones
Klamath Community College provides accessible, quality education and services in response to the diverse needs of the student, business, and community.
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KLAMATHCC.EDU
EDUCATION
HOMESCHOOLED
Katherine Bland
TEEN CONTESTANT#1
Social Impact Initiative
Veteran suicide awareness
Talent
Reading a self written children's book
Future Ambition
To become an elementary school teacher
Parents
Vern and Erin Bland
FUN FACT: I HAVE HAD ONE KIDNEY SINCE I WAS EIGHT MONTHS OLD
Brynlee Snyder PRINCESS
Age 5 Pre-Kindergarten
Brynlee enjoys performing ballet and tap with her best friend Dev Most of all, Brynlee loves going to the woods and driving her pink JoJo Jeep. When she grows up she wants to be a Monster Truck driver and travel.
EDUCATION
MAZAMAHIGHSCHOOL
Malia Anderson
TEEN CONTESTANT#2
Social Impact Initiative
5 pounds: A generation at risk
Talent
Dance
Future Ambition
To become a neurosurgeon
Parents
Nikki and Greg Booth
FUN FACT: I LOVE WRITING POEMS TO EXPRESS MY FEELINGS
Raelynn Wynne PRINCESS
Age 7
1st Grade
Raelynn loves to do her make-up, and also loves Pikachu and koalas
Ashlynn Wynne
PRINCESS
Age 5
Kindergarten
Ashlynn loves unicorns and make-up, and also enjoys playing with her cousins
EDUCATION
CROSSPOINTCHRISTIANSCHOOL
Elly Amos
TEEN CONTESTANT#3
Social Impact Initiative
Hands and words are not for hurting
Talent
Interpretive dance
Future Ambition
To become a radiologist
Parents
Michael and Angie Amos
FUN FACT: I ENJOY SWIMMING.
Payton Amos PRINCESS
Age 10
4th Grade
Payton loves swimming and wants to join swim team this summer She loves riding her bike and playing board games with her family. Clue and Battleship are her favorites!
Madison Prescott
PRINCESS
Age 9
4th Grade
She is very passionate about softball and volleyball Loves to make people laugh
JUNE2225
EDUCATION
PONDEROSAMIDDLESCHOOL
Madison Georgia
TEEN CONTESTANT#4
Social Impact Initiative
Body positivity
Talent
Body positivity poem
Future Ambition
To become a baker
Parents
Jenny Nunn
FUN FACT: I LOVE FASHION.
Evelette Defillipo
PRINCESS
Age 7
2nd Grade
Evelette loves to cheer, she’s an artist, and loves animals
EDUCATION
HENLEYHIGHSCHOOL
Courtney Earl
TEEN CONTESTANT#5
Social Impact Initiative
Lacking of the American education system
Talent
Violin
Future Ambition
To become a lawyer
Parents
Cyndi Waggener and Dawn Earl Jr
FUN FACT:BEEN INVOLVED WITH MUSIC SINCE 3RD GRADE.
Carter Kingsley Hudson PRINCESS
Age 8
3rd Grade
Carter has been in dance classes since she was 2 1/2. She has visited 15 different states and loves sushi!
EDUCATION
HENLEYHIGHSCHOOL
Abigail Belcastro
TEEN CONTESTANT#6
Social Impact Initiative
Animal and livestock abuse
Talent
Agricultural monologue
Future Ambition
To become a livestock veterinarian
Parents
Mark and Susan Belcastro
FUN FACT: OREGONIALLY FROM HOUSTON, TEXAS
Eileen Mae Bland
PRINCESS
Age 10
5th Grade
Eileen was born in Maryland at the Presidents hospital, she is an avid animal lover, and loves to draw.
EDUCATION
KLAMATHUNIONHIGHSCHOOL
Novalee Tubbs
TEEN CONTESTANT#7
Social Impact Initiative
Community awareness for animal shelters
Talent
Hip-Hop Dance
Future Ambition
To work in the aesthetics industry
Parents
Ashley Payne and Jashawn Tubbs
FUN FACT: I FORMALLY ATTENDED SINGING LESSONS FROM THE ONE AND ONLY MISS AMERICA FROM OREGON, KATIE HARMON
Soma Rose Tubbs
PRINCESS
Age 8
3rd Grade
Soma is an amazing artist and draws woodland creatures in detail She wants to be a police officer when she grows up and she is a great cook
EDUCATION
BONAZNAHIGHSCHOOL
Ashten Helms
TEEN CONTESTANT#8
Social Impact Initiative
The importance of 4-H in youth
Talent
Poetry
Future Ambition
To become an animal nutritionist
Parents
Laura and Andrew Helms
FUN FACT: I SHOW LIVESTOCK ALL OVER THE UNITED STATES
Tristan Jean Helms
PRINCESS
Age 10
4th Grade
Tristan has shown livestock since she was two years old She is an award winning Photographer and when she grows up she want to be a veterinarian.
EDUCATION
HENLEYHIGHSCHOOL
Emily Edwards
TEEN CONTESTANT#9
Social Impact Initiative
Suicide awareness
Talent Bells
Future Ambition
To become an art director
Parents
Theresa and Mike Edwards
FUN FACT: I CAN LICK MY ELBOW.
Jerrianne Sadie Turner
PRINCESS
Age 5
Pre-Kindergarten
Jerrianne likes helping with her new baby sister, she likes playing outside and loves music and dancing
EDUCATION
BONANZAHIGHSCHOOL
Raelyn Rodgers
TEEN CONTESTANT#10
Social Impact Initiative
Community involvement through teens
Talent
Self-written photography monologue
Future Ambition
Attend OSU to earn a bachelor degree in business management
Parents
Amy Rippeto and Roman Rodgers
FUN FACT: I BROKE MY NOSE PLAYING SOFTBALL
Ruby Rodgers PRINCESS
Age 6 Kindergarten
Ruby just got her first ewe lamb named March She loves dancing and singing and she is looking forward to starting to ride horses this summer.
EDUCATION
LAKEVIEWHIGHSCHOOL
Makina Start
TEEN CONTESTANT#11
Social Impact Initiative
Cancer awareness
Talent
Ballet Dance
Future Ambition
I want to become a doctor and work with cancer patients
Parents
Natasha and Michael Start
FUN FACT: I HAVE BEEN IN DANCE SINCE I WAS 3 YEARS OLD
Scarlett Elizabeth West
PRINCESS
Age 10
4th Grade
Scarlett loves fashion, art and ice skating
It seems like yesterday this journey began, and yet here I am standing before you now on this last day as your Miss Klamath County’s Outstanding teen.
It has been one of the greatest honors of my high school career to serve the communities of Klamath and Lakeview for the past year, and I hope I’ve made you proud This program has not only given me a new family and new friendships, but a new found self confidence It has allowed me to give back to the communities that have given so much to me I could go on and on about how amazing this program is and all that it has done for me and the other wonderful women I have had the pleasure to work with
There are a few, very special people I want to personally thank for helping me grow as an individual. Debbie and Wendy, I can’t thank you enough for all you have done for me. From helping me through the pageant the day after my great grandma died, to giving me the confidence to go chase my dreams. You two have always been there for me, loving me and encouraging me. To my amazing life long supporter my mom. Thank you for pushing me to do this even when I was afraid I’d fail I would never have gotten this far without you I love you more Madre Finally thank you to all my friends and family who have supported me from the very beginning From showing support at our local pageant, to state, and all the social media posts I’m where I am today from all of your support
The Miss Oregon and Miss America programs have so much to offer young women, but they also have so much room to grow I hope that they will continue to change for the better for the generations to come, and just maybe you’ll see me again to help accomplish it.
Annikah Tacchini
Klamath County Teen - Annikah Tacchini
City of Sunshine Teen - Melanie Potter
From an early age, I’ve always had big dreams I once had a teacher tell me that I had to be the change I wanted to see in the world That phrase always inspired me to want to do something that would leave a positive impact on the world. At the age of nine, I made the decision to become a vegetarian, in an effort to promote animal rights As a nine-year old when I first approached my mom about it, she probably thought it was a phase But it was a decision that I've stuck with ever since
But despite always having these big ideas, and this desire to do something, i’ve always struggled with having the courage to speak up I had always wanted to, but never felt like I actually had the ability to change anything. I lacked the confidence I needed to speak up and felt like I was too young, or too small to ever make a difference But being in this program changed that for me It gave me the confidence to believe in myself and the platform I needed to express my ideas, feel heard, and make change It taught me how to turn my ideas and aspirations into plans and make them a reality
I never thought that by signing up for this program I would gain so many amazing friendships and opportunities But the women in this program have all become like a second family to me
The amazing women on our board of directors are all so welcoming, selfless, and supportive I’m so lucky to have such amazing mentors and mother figures in my life They have provided me with guidance, love, and support throughout my entire journey, and have volunteered countless hours to help and support the young women in our program and our community I am so grateful for all that they do and I'm very fortunate to have them in my life I wouldn’t be the person I am today without them They have taught me so much, and have always been sources of endless support and encouragement
In my family, I’m the oldest of two younger siblings both little brothers. So naturally, I’ve always wanted a big sister and now I have three! Alyssa, Anna, Annikah and I, were all new to pageants this year For each of us this was our first time competing in pageants as well as our first time being titleholders It’s been so amazing getting to spend this year learning new things, experiencing new things, and making new memories with my Pageant Sisters It was intimidating, overwhelming, and difficult at times as there was so much I needed to learn. But I’m so glad that all three of us were going through it together and that I had my Pageant Sisters as well as my amazing board directors or “Pageant moms ” here to help me the entire way I’m so grateful that I got to experience serving my community, and learning what it means to be a titleholder in the miss America program this year and I’m so honored that I got to represent our amazing community at Miss Oregon
Throughout my year of service as I titleholder I’ve come to understand and realize what an amazing supportive community we have, and I’m so greatful to be part of it This year has truly taught me so much and has shaped me into the person I am today I’ve truly loved being a titleholder and representative of klamath county The past year has been absolutely amazing
Signing off for the last time, Miss City of Sushines Outstanding Teen 2022, Melanie Potter
Melanie Potter
Miss Klamath County in Review
2022 - Anna Edwards - Oregon Tech
Miss O Non-Finalist On-Stage Interview
2021 - Mackenzie Peterson - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Top 8
2019 - Tori Brooks - Oregon Tech
2018 - Nicole Carter - Oregon Tech
2017 - Shelby Foley - Oregon Tech
2016 - Miranda Frey - Oregon Tech
2015 - Jessica Criss - Triad
2014 - Maya McCray - Mazama (resigned)
2013 - Lindsey Reed - Klamath Union
2012 - Kayla Bowker - University of Oregon
Miss Oregon 2nd RU
Miss Oregon Katie Harman Spirit
Oregon Sweetheart Pageant Rep
2011 - Kelsie Flynn - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Non-Finalist Talent
2010 - Kaitlin Endres - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon 3rd RU
Miss Oregon Community Service
Miss Oregon Overall Interview
2009 - Kristin Cerri - Lost River
2008 - Stephanie Steers - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Top 10
2007 - Rachel Novak - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Non-Finalist Talent
2006 - Danijela Krstic - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Top 10
2005 - Erin McFarland - Oregon Tech
2004 - Dana Henry - Klamath Union
Miss Oregon Top 10
Miss Oregon Scholar Athlete
2003 - Elizabeth Milimuka - Klamath Union
Miss Oregon Non-Finalist Talent
Miss Oregon Overall Classical Talent
2002 - Tami Caldwell - Henley
Miss Oregon Top 10
Miss Oregon Scholar
Miss Oregon Scholar Athlete
2001 - Bronwyn Corry - Henley
Miss Oregon Scholar Athlete
2000 - Kimberlee Walker - Mazama
Miss Oregon Community Service
1999 - Cassie Carlisle - Oregon Tech
1998 - Megan Clinton - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon 2nd RU
1997 - Laura Tyholm - Henley
Miss Oregon Non-Finalist Interview
1996 - Darlene Armstrong - Henley
Miss Oregon 4th RU
Miss Oregon Preliminary Talent
1995 - Bethanie Ramey - Oregon Tech
1994 - Jennifer Gruener - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Top 10
1993 - Angela Reed - Mazama
Miss Oregon Community Service
1992 - Leilani Sang - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Top 10
Miss Oregon Preliminary Swimsuit
1991 - Jenifer Shaw - Shasta College
1990 - Meredith Bellet - Mazama
1989 - Stacy Crowley - Klamath Union (res)
1989 - Emily Maricle - Klamath Union
1988 - Wendy Gladden - Mazama
1987 - Lauri Walsh - Henley
1985 - Alisha Shaw - Oregon Tech
1984 - Shelleen Patton - Klamath Union
Miss Oregon Preliminary Swimsuit
1983 - Marti Chambers - Henley
1982 - Traci Leeper - Henley (resigned)
1982 - Lenda Sheehy - Henley
1981 - Valerie Griffin - Oregon Tech
1979 - Rhonda Jensen - Henley
Miss Oregon Top 10
1978 - Eileen O'Connell - Sacred Heart
1977 - Joy Jones
1969 - Dorothy Taucher - University of UT
1968 - Beverly Jennings - Southern Oregon
1967 - Oregon Tech
Miss City of Sunshine in Review
2022 - Allyssa Defillipo - KCC
Miss Oregon Non-Finalist Talent
2021 - Payton Idrogo - Oregon Tech
2019 - Madison McCuiston - Arizona State
2018 - Allie West - Oregon Tech (resigned)
2017 - Rylee Smith - Henley
2016 - Nicole Carter - Oregon Tech
2015 - Veronica Norris - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Top 10
2014 - Jade Deck - KCC
2013 - Stephanie Matheson - U of O
2012 - Allison Cook - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon 4th RU
Miss Oregon Preliminary Swimsuit
Miss Oregon Scholar Athlete
Miss Oregon Overall Swimsuit
2011 - Alesya Neverov - KCC
Miss Oregon Top 10
Miss Oregon Preliminary Talent
2010 - Rachel Novak - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Top 10
Miss Oregon Overall Interview
2009 - Kylinn Hoopes - KCC
2008 - Kayla Bowker - Henley
2007 - Cameron Carpenter - Oregon Tech
2006 - Stephanie Steers - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Top 10
2005 - Monica Burns - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Scholar
1999 - Nichoelle Gourley - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Top 10
Miss Oregon Scholar
1998 - Kristen Hargan - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Top 10
1997 - Vanessa Gardner - College of Cosmetology
1996 - Stacy Pryor - Oregon Tech
Miss Oregon Top 10
Miss Oregon Community Service
1995 - Amanda Applegate - Henley
2004 - Tatyana Neverov - College of Cosmetology
2003 - Mendy Delong - Oregon Tech
2002 - Megan Clinton - Oregon Tech
2001 - Candice Angiono - Chemekata
Miss Oregon Top 10
2000 - Laurie North - Oregon Tech
Klamath County - City of Sunshine Teen in Review
KLAMATH COUNTY'S TEENS CITY OF SUNSHINE'S TEENS
2022 - Annikah Tacchini
Oregon's Teen Non-Finalist Interview
Miss Congeniality
2021 - Bailey Damrow
Oregon's Teen Top 10
2019 - Catelyn Brightman
2018 - Mackenzie Peterson
2017 - Katie Eskildson
2016 - Grace Maxfield
2015 - Nicole McNerney
2014 - Nicole Carter
Oregon's Outstanding Teen
2013 - Vanessa Matheson
2012 - Ali Abel
2011 - Amanda Gatz
2010 - Sarah Fox
2009 - Ashlie Stewart
2008 - Joanna Adkisson
Oregon's Outstanding Teen
2007 - Savannah Johnson
2006 - Kayla Bowker
2005 - Angie Meek
2004 - Rachel Douglas
2022 - Melanie Potter
Oregon's Teen Non-Finalist Talent
2021 - LeOna Santos
2019 - Katie Eskildson
Oregon's Teen 3rd RU
2018 - Nicole Cleland
2017 - Kendall Griffith
2016 - Tatijana Crawford
Oregon's Teen 1st RU
2015 - Vanessa Matheson
Oregon's Teen 1st RU
2014 - Alexa Lyles
Oregon's Teen 2nd RU
2013 - Channing Ferris
Oregon's Teen 1st RU
2012 - Lindsey Reed
2011 - Hannah Fairfield
2010 - Brianna Sandhu
Oregon's Teen 4th RU
2009 - Jessica Dutton
2008 - Cheyenne Guzy
Oregon's Teen 4th RU
2007 - Caitlin Doshier
2006 - Megan Staunton
