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North Carolina Jr. Pre-Teen, Amaris Shipman and North Carolina Pre-Teen, Nikya Hightower participated in a walk to defeat ALS in Fayetteville, NC. The walk was done to bring hope to people living with ALS, to raise money for a cure, and to come together for something they care about.
Dear South Carolina Jr. Pre-Teen contestants,
I am your 2014 Miss South Carolina Jr. Pre-Teen state queen. Since I was crowned queen last summer, I have done so many exciting things to make a difference in my community. I became a volunteer at my local animal shelter and have helped out a lot with the animals. I also organized a supply drive and bake sale. It was so fun and exciting to see how many people cared about the animals. I helped to raise over $350 and a truckload of supplies for the animals. I also have been a part of other fundraisers for the animal shelter.
Being a state queen has meant a lot to me. I now have a responsibility to be a positive role model to other girls. Earning this title has made me more confident with myself and has taught me so many lifelong skills.
If I could offer any advice to other girls in this pageant, it would be this: Always, always stay true to yourself and have confidence in who you are. It can be scary getting up in front of people you don’t know, especially if you are a little country girl from a small town like me! Always hold your head high and wear your invisible crown. I wish the best of luck to you, not only on your pageant weekend, but in everything that you do!
Sincerely Yours,
Lexie Spooner
Lacrissa Lamar, Kentucky Jr. Pre-Teen Cover Girl, helped at the Training Session in Louisville. Lacrissa came to the Crowne Plaza to help at the training sessions for new contestants competing at the Kentucky State Pageant. She helped with personal introduction and welcoming all of the contestants and their families.
2014-2015 National American Miss Jr. Pre-Teen Queen Tatum Pearlman enjoyed her Memorial Day weekend in Portland, Oregon with most of her National Sister Queens. Tatum not only got to know a whole new group of friends but got to see a great group of title holders crowned! Congratulations to all who competed!
Miss North Carolina Jr. Pre-Teen, Amaris Shipman, was featured in Up & Coming Weekly as a model for the “American Girl Fashion Show” hosted by the Child Advocacy Center of Fayetteville, NC. The show is being held to benefit Child Abuse Prevention & Intervention Programs. This is Amaris 2nd time being selected to participate and volunteer her time to support the efforts of the Child Advocacy Center. National American Miss makes positive impacts on communities.
Here are the pages from the Up & Coming Weekly!
Miss Kentucky Jr. Pre-Teen Cover Girl, Lacrissa Lamar, met with Governor Beshear. On March 31, Lacrissa had the opportunity to meet and speak with Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear. She did a great job answering questions he asked as well as asking him questions. She had a great time and really enjoyed this awesome opportunity.
Amaris Shipman, Miss North Carolina Jr. Pre-Teen, participated in Stuff the Bus! This event is organized by the Cumberland County Social workers. Stuff the Bus is held to assist children with getting school supplies.
North Carolina Jr. Pre-Teen Queen Amaris Shipman, volunteered at the Fayetteville Observer’s Kidtopia. This event was presented by Village Family Dentistry at the Crown Coliseum. This was a hands on event for kids included inflatables, live entertainment, food, and activities. Amaris had a great time helping and was glad to be able to lend a hand to such a good cause!
Amaris Shipman, Miss North Carolina Jr. Pre-Teen, volunteers during the holidays! Amaris volunteered in her local community of Cumberland County. She had the spirit of giving and was able to give back in her town.
National American Miss Georgia Jr. Pre-Teen Queen, Gabriela Norwood, helped at Dekalb Medical Center. They held a Cancer Awareness Day. This was a day for them to bring awareness to different cancers and they also did cancer screenings that day. Gabriela was a big help and enjoyed lending a hand!
