Louisiana High School America 2025 Program Book by MSLAHSAORG

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A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR

As I reflect on this incredible journey, I can hardly believe how amazing this first year as the Executive Director of the Miss Louisiana Elementary, Junior High, High School, and Collegiate America Pageant has been. It has truly been a dream come true. From day one, I’ve been surrounded by so much encouragement, love, and support, and I could not have asked for a more incredible experience. I am convinced that no person has ever had a better village of people than I have.

To my 11 queens and their families thank you from the bottom of my heart. You took a leap of faith with me, and we embarked on an unforgettable journey to nationals in Little Rock, AR together You embraced me, trusted me, and have become a special part of my life You will forever hold a special place in my heart as my first group of queens. I love each of you more than words can express, and I am so proud of everything we accomplished together. To my amazing friends and family, thank you for believing in me, supporting me, and volunteering your time and talents to help me rebuild this organization Your unwavering encouragement has meant everything to me, and without you, none of this would have been possible. You are the backbone of this pageant, and I am so grateful for each and every one of you. To our incredible sponsors thank you for your generosity and dedication to this pageant system. You have poured into our queens and helped make their dreams possible. Tonight, we celebrate not only the contestants but also the remarkable sponsors who help make this all happen To London and Sydney my heart is full as I think about how much I am going to miss you. You have been phenomenal titleholders, and the girls who will follow in your footsteps have big shoes to fill. I am so proud of everything you’ve accomplished, and I wish you nothing but love and success on whatever journey comes next You will always hold a special place in this organization and in my heart To all of the contestants and their families thank you for your excitement, your passion, and your patience with me as I put on my very first pageant. Without the 33 amazing young women competing here tonight, there would be no pageant. I am so excited to see each of you shine on this stage Tonight is about celebrating your hard work, your spirit, and your dreams, and I am honored to share this moment with you. I cannot wait to see who our 10 new Louisiana Queens will be and to begin another amazing year together! Let’s make memories that will last a lifetime.

Withallmyloveandgratitude,

Sara Stygles

AUSTIN IVORY PHELPS EMCEE

AustinisagraduateofCampbellUniversity.He currentlyresidesinGastonia,NorthCarolina,and worksinBallantyne,NorthCarolina.Hehasover 25yearsofexperienceinthepageantindustry.

Austinownshisownemcee/consultingbusiness, TheIvoryImage,LLC.Heemceeslocal,state, national,andinternationalpageants,dance competitions,andmore!AustinisourNational emceeandthevoiceoftheMissHighSchool Americaorganization!Weareecstaticthatheis joiningushereinBossierCity,Louisiana!

AARIEANNA WARE JUDGE#1

Aarieannaisacustomhomebuilderandownerof KenmareHomesinDallas,TX.Beginninghercareerat19 yearsold,shehassetnewstandardsinthehome buildingindustrywithhergreenfootprintandhome sustainability.AarieannaisthereigningMissTexasUSA 2024andplacedTop10atMissUSA.AsaproudJewish womanshepridesherselfongivingbacktoher communitywithherprogram“BuildItUp”,createdto mentoryoungwomeninleadershiprolesinSTEAM.In herfreetime,you’llfindAarieannarelaxingathome raisingherpetchickens,orchasingthenextadrenaline rushswingingfromatrapezebarorskydivingthrough theTexasskies.

DANYEL PHELPS JUDGE#2

DanyelisfromShelbyNorthCarolinaandhasover50yearsof experienceinpageantry.Frombeingalocal,state,and nationaltitleholderasachild,tobeingachiefjudge, auditor,stagemanageranddirector--shehasseenitallin pageantland-fromGlitztoMissAmericatoMissUSA.Sheis thesalesmanagerforthelargestscreen-printing manufacturerintheUnitedStates,themotherofoneson, andonegranddog.Whileinterviewisherfavoritepartof competition,andhearingthecontestantsplansfortheiryear asatitleholder-shealsolovesstyleandsassonstage. Currently,theNationalAppearanceCoordinatorfortheMiss HighSchoolAmericaOrganization,sheremindscontestants theonlywaytheywon'twinisiftheynevertakethechanceto compete,becauseremember,LIFEisacompetition.

NICOLE HOPKINS

JUDGE#3

Nicole,aresidentofHurley,MS ,isanentrepreneurandrestaurantowner Her restaurantHurleyHuddle,isalocalfavorite Nicoleisnotonlyasuccessful restaurantownerbutalsoaprominentfigureinhercommunity Shehasbeen nominatedasoneofthetop100SuccessfulWomenontheMississippiGulf Coast,showcasingherexceptionalleadershipskillsandbusinessacumen. Nicoleisactivelyinvolvedinvariousphilanthropicinitiatives.Shehasorganized numerousfundraisersandcharityeventsinhercommunity.Spearheading drivesfordomesticabuseshelters,hurricanevictims,andhasraisedthousands ofdollarsforlocalwomeninhercommunityinthefightwithbreastcancer.Her dedicationtogivingbacktothecommunityexemplifieshercompassionate natureandunwaveringcommitmenttomakeapositiveimpact. Inadditiontoherprofessionalandphilanthropicachievements,Nicoleisa lovingandproudmothertothreechildren:Savion,aJunioratMississippiState University.AJ,aSenioratEastCentralHighSchoolandAryanna,aFreshmanat EastCentralHighSchool.NoStrangertothepageantworld,herdaughter, Aryanna,hasbeeninvolvedinpageantrysinceshewasyoung,holdingmany titles Mostnotably,AryannaearnedtheNationaltitleofMissJrHighSchool America2023 NicoleisanexperiencedjudgeintheHighSchoolAmericasystem havingmostrecentlyjudgedfortheAlabamaandGeorgiaorganizations

RENEE ADCOCK TABULATOR

AgraduateofMississippiUniversityforWomen,Reneemajoredin accountingandstartedhercareeratIowaPowerandLightasacorporate accountant.YearslatershejoinedPricewaterhouseCoopersin Manhattan,NewYork.AfterearninganMBAfromSaintLeoUniversity,she completedthefirstyearofherPhDcourseworkinOrganizational Leadership.ReneeretiredfromPwCasaDirectorintheCorporate TreasuryPractice.

Mrs.AdcockservesontheboardofdirectorsfortheMississippi AssociationofPageantJudges.Reneehasanactivejudgingschedule spanningthesoutheasternUnitedStatesandisaqualifiedpreliminary judgewiththeMissAmericaOrganizationandtheDistinguishedYoung Womanprogram.Mrs.Adcockisanexperiencedjudge,emcee,tabulator, andpageantcoach.Asapageantcompetitor,Mrs.Adcockhaswon severalstateandnationaltitles;mostrecentlysheplacedTop10at2023 Mrs.MagnoliaStateandin2021wascrownedMs.SeniorWorld Leadership.

ShesendseachoftheContestantsBestWishes!

- Crown, Sash, and Crown Box by Miss Louisiana High School America Organization

- 1 Free Mock interview, 1 Free Walking Lesson, and 1 Free 30 min Interview Lesson by Kimber’s Queens

- Free group photoshoot by Next Studios

- 30% off nationals wardrobe by Faulkenbery’s

- The opportunity to walk in a New York fashion week show by Nouvelle Productions

- Discounted spray tans throughout the year by Sara’s Glow Getters

- Gift bag by Morgan Anderson Artistry

- Discounted nationals ad page design by Crowning Glory Graphic Design

- $500 gift certificate for nationals wardrobe by Sloan’s Formals

- $100 of Nationals HMU by Emerie Jones

- Numerous gifts at contract signing from the Director

JR. HIGH, HIGH SCHOOL, AND COLLEGIATE PRIZE PACKAGE

$8,500+ VALUE

Crown, Sash, and Traveling Miss Crown Box by Miss Louisiana High School

America Organization

Nationals fees paid by Miss Louisiana High School America Organization

Free 4 days cruise by Cori Keyes Clay-Travelmation

Free Mock interview, 1 Free Walking Lesson, and 1 Free 30 min Interview Lesson by Kimber’s Queens

Free group photoshoot and 2 look headshot package by Next Studios

A Group Zoom Makeup lesson and discounted hair and makeup at state next year by Kimber Smith MUA

The opportunity walk in New York fashion week show by Nouvelle Productions

$500 gift certificate for nationals wardrobe by Sloan’s Formals

25% off discount from Shop June & Ivy Boutique

Two Free 30 Minute Interview Sessions by Gotta Have Faith Consulting

Free spray tans throughout the year by Sara’s Glow Getters

Free Makeup and Hairstyling for the state queens appearances for the year when available - Gift basket - Free makeup lesson - Styling for Next Studios sponsor

shoots by Morgan Anderson Artistry

Free Zoom Class on How to Be Successful on Social Media by Let's Get Social

Discounted nationals ad page design by Crowning Glory Graphic Design

20% off all year long and the possibility of branding collaborations by Basic Girl Co.

30% off nationals wardrobe by Faulkenbery’s

$200 of Nationals HMU by Emerie Jones

Opening number dress by National Sponsor TBA

Numerous gifts at contract signing from the Director

NATIONALS PRIZE PACKAGE

As our winners prepare for the national competition, here is a list of our national sponsors that are awarding gifts, services, or discounts to our national contestants.

The Clothes Tree of Tennessee and Alabama is gifting all national contestants $1000 GC off any Couture Gown, plus 20% off any additional national wardrobe.

Violets of Arkansas is gifting all national contestants $1000 GC off any Couture Gown, plus 20% off any additional national wardrobe.

Jo Ann's of Tennessee will be gifting each national contestant $500 off Evening Gown, $500 Fashion Runway, and $500 off Interview if the others are purchased.

Crowning Around of Oklahoma is giving 20% to all contestants off any wardrobe for nationals!

Viper Apparel of Michigan Viper Apparel is thrilled to extend an exclusive sponsorship to your state winners. $750 off any couture gown valued at $2,000 or more. $150 off any wardrobe purchase valued over $500 (this offer excludes Sherri Hill). $200 off Fernando Wong gowns. $100 off purchases of $300 or more (this offer excludes Sherri Hill).

Emerge of Arkansas gifting each national contestant $1000 off custom/couture and 25% off other national wardrobe.

Diverse Style is gifting 15% off to all 2025 national contestants until May 1, 2025

Makenna K Henning Photography $100 GC toward photoshoot

Crown Jewel Designs is awarding each national contestant their opening earrings to wear during the opening number production.

Mackenzie Jades- Concord, NC is awarding $1000 off a couture valued at $4000 or more or 20% off -whichever is higher discount . Also, 20% off on any gown / cocktail/ Jade Girl boutique items NOT on SALE.

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Photo by Next Studios - HMU by Morgan Anderson Artistry - Tan by Saras Glow Getters

SYDNEY SOTAK

MISSLOUISIANAHIGHSCHOOLAMERICA2024

AsIstandheretoday,myheartisoverflowingwithemotions.Thispastyearhasbeena whirlwindofexcitement,challenges,andgrowth.I’vehadtheprivilegeofmeetingso manywonderfulpeopleandworkingoncausesclosetomyheart.WhenIreceivedthistitle lastSeptember,Inevercouldhaveimaginedwhatwasinstoreforme. TherearesomanypeoplethatIhavetosaythankyouto.First,mysisterqueens.My Louisianagirls:BellaRose,Max,AudreyRose,Alyssa,andmyJrHighsister,London. London,ifyouonlyknewhowhappyIwaswhenyouwerecalledastop5atnationals.Iam sogladthatIcouldbearolemodelandabigsisterforeachofy’all.Next,theorganization andvolunteers.Yourhardworkbehindthescenesmadeallofthispossible,andI'm deeplygratefulforyourdedication.Tothebestdirectorinthewholeworld,MissSara. Thankyouforalwaysbelievinginmenomatterwhat,andspraytanningmeat11:30the nightbeforefinals!Next,Kimber.Icouldn’thavedoneitwithoutyou.Thankyousomuch forpushingmetomylimitsandmakingsuremyroutineslookperfect.Also,Iwantto thankmyfamilywhohassupportedmethrougheverything:Mom,Dad,Grandmother, Grandad,Bubba,AuntWendy,UncleRyan,AuntLuanne,andsomanymore.Thankyouto myMomforalwaysdemonstratingkindness,wisdom,andresilience.Youencourageand strengthenmemorethanyouwilleverknow.TomyDad,thankyouforalwaysgoingthe extramileforme.Whetheritwasmakingajoketocheermeuporgettingmefoodinthe middleofthenight.YouhavenevergivenuponmeandIameternallygrateful.Tomy Grandmother,thankyousomuchforbeingsosupportiveofmeandalteringmywardrobe tomakemelookandfeellikeamillionbucks.(andsometimesmore). Makingtop16andPeople’sChoicewasamilestonethatIneverthoughtIwouldreach,but withallmysupporters,andmostimportantlyGod,itwaspossible.AsIhandovermy crown,I’mfilledwithgratitudeforthelessonslearnedandthefriendshipsmade.This experiencehastaughtmethattruebeautyliesinkindness,determination,andthepower tomakeadifference.I’llcarrytheseteachingswithmealways.Tothenextqueen, embraceeverymomentandletyourlightshinebright.

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