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Phases of Competition

Interview Attire

Personal Interview

Fitness Wear

 

 

Evening Wear

   Red Carpet Presentation

 

 

WHO MAY PARTICIPATE:   TEEN DIVISION:  13-18        MISS DIVISION:  19-26*

 

A contestant must be a natural born female, who is single, with no children, never haven given birth, not now pregnant; and a resident, full time student or employee in the state in which she is applying.  District of Columbia candidates eligibility is extended within 50 miles of D.C. 

*age on July 1, 2009

 

If your state does not hold a State Pageant, you may be eligible to compete as an At-large (appointed) state delegate.  At-large contestants are ladies that believe that they can compete on a national level to represent their state.  The at-large contestant qualifies herself by completing an application which includes questions relevant to her. The at large title carries the same amount of clout as a contestant that receives the state title. Everyone has identical crowns and banners. Everyone starts out even across the board when it comes to the national competition.

 

In States were no pageant is held, an At-large contestant* is selected to represent her state. 

At-Large Contestant Sponsor fee:   $595

This fee covers the contestant's entry to participate in the 2009 National Pageant and includes the contestant's state crown and banner, participation awards, Pageant T-shirt, some meals and admission & transportation to local attractions during the National Pageant.  This fee is also used to pay expenses associated with producing the National Pageant (i.e. ballroom cost, staging, lighting, technicians, transportation, admission cost, staff expenses, etc.)  NOTE. Contestants are responsible for providing their own hotel accommodations and transportation to the National Pageant.

 

You must complete an application (attach the $95 application fee & a recent photo) to secure your State Title and compete at the National Pageant. (The $95 application fee will be deducted from the at-large contestants $595 sponsor fee.  Contestants may secure as many sponsors as needed to help pay the balance of the sponsor fee. 

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

 

 

Required Competitions: 

 

   ê Interview - 40%

 

       Contestants will have a personal interview with a panel of judges.  This is your opportunity

       to allow the judges to get to know you and to convince them you are the best candidate

       for the job. A business suit is appropriate for this phase of competition.

 

   ê Fitness Wear - 20%

 

        This phase of competition is designed to determine how well the contestant maintains a

        figure that reflects good physical fitness and health. This is a 2-pc aerobic outfit

        contestants will obtain through our sponsor.

 

   ê Evening Wear - 20%

 

                 This competition is designed for the contestant to make an on-stage statement of her

                 personality.  The gown should complement the contestant.  Contestants will be judged on

                 confidence, elegance and stage presence.

 

   ê Red Carpet Presentation - 20%

 

        This competition requires contestants to model a dressy cocktail dress or pantsuit suitable 

        for Hollywood's "red carpet".  This outfit can be glitzy, embellished with rhinestones, sequins,

        etc.  A "high-low" (high in front, floor-length in back) dress/gown may also be worn.

 

   ê The Top 5 finalist will also be given an on-stage question.

 

 

   Clothing you will need:

 

        ê Business Suit (for Orientation, Interview & Onstage Question)

        ê Fitness Wear (must be purchased through our sponsor)

        ê Formal Evening Gown

        ê Production Number outfit (TBA)

        ê Red Carpet dress

        ê Rehearsal & appearance attire

 

 Special Awards Presented for Optional Competitions:

   Lauren Brady, California Teen 2008     

VOLUNTEER SERVICE     

The Volunteer Service Award is given to the contestant who makes the most appearances during her year of reign leading up to the National Pageant.  The number of participants impacted, as well as the service type and number of hours will be considered.  

 

 

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

 

SWIMWEAR

 

PHOTOGENIC

 

 

 

 

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