Monika Perry-National American Miss South Carolina Pre-Teen Queen Farewell

Monika Perry-National American Miss South Carolina Pre-Teen Queen Farewell

Dear Friends, Family and Contestants,

 

     With my reign as your National American Miss South Carolina Pre-Teen coming to a close, I look back on all the amazing experiences that I have had over the past year.  The pageant in Greenville coupled with the trip to Nationals in California and having the opportunity to help out my community have been special and have had a huge impact on my life.  There are no words to describe how much this year meant to me and how it has allowed me to grow as a young woman.  I never imagined that such great opportunities were in store for me and are available for each young lady that participates in this pageant.

     This last year has brought many amazing opportunities.  The trip to Los Angeles with my entire family spending quality time traveling, going to Disney the most magical place on earth.  People asking to take my picture, talk to me and ask for my autograph I felt like a princess.  I loved the wonderful Thanksgiving dinner with everyone sharing memories and enjoying fellowship.  The food and the company I shared were blessings that I will never forget.  I met many wonderful girls that I viewed as friends, not competitors. 

     Giving up my crown this weekend will be a bittersweet experience, but with the sadness of passing my title down also comes the joy that another young lady will get the chance to experience the unbelievable thrill of representing the wonderful state of South Carolina.  The most important advice I can give each of you this weekend is to have fun and don’t hold back.  Show your personality in everything you do and remember that each of you are SPECIAL.  This is a great opportunity to make new life long friends and always remember the most important thing is that every girl is a winner and never give up on your dreams.

     I am excited to get to know each of you this weekend.  Take advantage of the time together, and if you need anything I would be honored to help you.  Each of you are beautiful, inside and out.

 

                                                          Love Always,

 

                                                           Monika Perry

Cailee Calabrese is one busy NAM girl!

Cailee Calabrese is one busy NAM girl!

Cailee Calabrese is the National American Miss North Carolina Princess Queen. As you can see above she is one busy kid.  Her activities this year have taken her from the national pageant in Disneyland to national talent competitions, and most of all her community service project of collecting DVD for soldiers.

She has spent the last ten months collecting DVDs for our troops serving overseas. Cailee will tell you that the reason she collected them is because “they protect us and she wanted to give a gift back for protecting us.”  She collected $3,000 worth of DVDs and delivered them to “Give to the Troops” organization on November 14, 2009. Cailee is now a permanent volunteer and will receive a special volunteer award signed by the President of the United States at the end of the year for her contribution. It was very touching to see so many people volunteering their time to pack Christmas stockings and the essentials such as food, toiletries, and children including Cailee making cards to thank them and wishing them a wonderful holiday.

One of the most touching encounters of the day was to see the wall with all the stars that signified those who lost their lives. The dark wall was for the troops serving in Iraq and the blue wall was for the soldiers who lost their live in Afghanistan.  Cailee has a long history of family who currently serves or has served including her dad who served with the United States Air Force.

Way to go Cailee!

Farewell Speech of Cailee Calabrese – North Carolina National American Miss Princess

I cannot believe how fast this year has gone. Never did I imagine that my name would be called as the North Carolina National American Miss Princess. It has truly been an honor and a wonderful opportunity. My year started as volunteering for the American Red Cross “Run for the Red.” I had such a wonderful time when I attended the Maryland state pageant reigning and meeting new friends. One of things I did was to launch my own community project called “Movies for Military.” I distributed my movies and volunteered at the Give 2 the Troops organization, which was truly a wonderful experience to see and meet so many people donating time to put together care packages and make cards to send to our troops serving overseas. I launched my own project because “I wanted to give a gift back to them for protecting us.” I have learned the importance of giving back to the community, meeting new friends and to always be a positive role model for other girls.

Another highlight of my year was attending nationals and our trip to Disneyland and Hollywood. I enjoyed getting to meet so many girls from different states. I was proud to receive the award of National Photogenic, Community Achievement, Volunteer Service Award and 3rd runner-up for Most Promising Model. It is truly an honor to receive those awards with so many wonderful other girls. Thank you Matt and the wonderful staff at National American Miss organization for the greatest experience a girl my age could have. Lastly, I would like to thank my mom and dad for always loving and supporting me.

2009 National American Miss South Carolina Princess Queen Erin McCracken Farewell

2009 National American Miss South Carolina Princess Queen Erin McCracken Farewell

Hi Girls!

        Welcome!! My name is Erin Marie McCracken and I am very proud to be your 2009 National American Miss South Carolina Princess Queen. It seems like only yesterday I was standing where you are today, full of hopes and dreams.

I want to congratulate you for making it as a National American Miss state finalist. What an accomplishment! This will be such an amazing experience and you will make so many new friends! So treasure each moment – it will go by way too fast!

This year has been the most amazing year a girl could ever wish for.  I have had the opportunity to meet so many wonderful people and make so many great friends! I attended the National pageant in sunny California with my beautiful sister queens and we had a BLAST! Not only did we have a day in Disneyland and tour Hollywood, we got to go shopping on Rodeo Drive! Wow!!! I also got to represent NAM and our beautiful state of South Carolina at various pageants and parades and Open Calls. I will never forget this great year I’ve experienced with National American Miss!

Girls, be EXCITED! This is the experience of a lifetime! So good luck and remember to have fun and cherish every moment! You ROCK!!     

                                                                With love,

                                                                Erin McCracken

2009 National American Miss Pre-Teen Shivali Patel Farewell

2009 National American Miss Pre-Teen Shivali Patel Farewell

Hello Everyone,

Serving as your National American Miss North Carolina Preteen Queen 2009-1010 has truly been a blessing and the most rewarding experience of my life. National American Miss has provided me with so many opportunities in this past year. I have had the chance to touch the lives of many, and make a difference in one way or another.  I have made lifelong friends that I will forever treasure and overall, I have grown as an individual. This organization is not only dedicated to promoting America’s greatness and encouraging its future leaders, but it is also an outlet for young women to gain confidence, experience and communication skills as they reach out to their communities.

I know Nationals held in sunny Anaheim, California is a week I certainly won’t forget. I made a ton of new friends, and did some sightseeing. I went to Disneyland and met the unthinkable creatures and characters that I had once read in a storybook. The Hollywood Tour was just as breathtaking. My family and I went to the Walk of Fame, Santa Monica Beach, and did some window shopping on the streets of Hollywood. It is truly amazing how an experience like this can be both exhilarating and humbling all at once.

To my sister queens, it has been a privilege to know you. You have all made such great role models and I know for a fact, that one day, you will reach the hills of success. To whom this year would have never been so fantastic or even possible without the one and only, Matt Leverton. Matt – thank you for all of your support and kindness- you ROCK! To the National American Miss Faculty: Thank you for putting together such a wonderful program for us girls. Out of all of the pageants I’ve been in, this one has simply been the best!  Situ- Thank you for always cheering me on, making me laugh and simply just being my sister. You make everything seem so easy and fun and with you by my side, nothing is impossible. Mom and Dad- I can’t express how much you mean to me and I don’t think I ever will be able to.  You have always been there for me and given me something to look forward to. I am who I am because of you. Thank you for your unconditional love, and support.
As I prepare to turn the page on this chapter in my life, I look back on my Miss NC experience as one of personal growth, opportunity and a foundation on which I will build my future. As my year comes to an end, I know my journey as only begun. Riding in parades, making appearances, and doing community service with my embedded crown and banner is something I will miss doing, but I will not forget that this title has opened many doors. I look forward to the upcoming journey with great anticipation. To the people of North Carolina, thank you so much for a wonderful year. I am truly grateful and blessed to have represented you in every step I take. Last but not least, to my fellow contestants. You are ALL winners and no matter what happens this weekend, look on it as a learning experience. To my successor, have a wonderful year and use this title wisely. For the last time, I am your reigning National American Miss North Carolina Preteen Queen 2009-1010.

Sincerely,

Shivali Ashvin Patel

2009 National American Miss North Carolina Teen Queen Staci Alden Farewell Letter

Hello 2010 Contestants & Families!

It is hard to believe that a year has gone by already!  Being crowned the 2009 NAMiss North Carolina Teen was thrilling!  After the pageant, I did not take my crown or banner off until maybe midnight…yes, I was ecstatic!  That night was so surreal, and though it is sad to see my reign come to an end, I know that the memories of this past year will stay with me forever.

During my reign, I was able to volunteer with many charity organizations like the Great Dane Rescue of the Carolinas, Bray’s Love, and the American Cancer Society.  I also received the opportunity to appear in several parades, including the Azalea Festival parade in Wilmington.

Making an appearance at the Expressions Dance “Wishes Come True” summer camp for young girls was an amazing experience.  I signed t-shirts and even got to dance with the girls during their final recital! 

I threw out the first pitch at a Charlotte Knights game and I am ashamed to say that the ball did not make it to the catcher…even though I was standing in front of the pitcher’s mound.

The National Pageant in California was easily one of the highlights of my reign.  Representing North Carolina was brilliant!  I met so many girls and made friends to last a lifetime.  Disneyland was a blast!  Riding roller coasters with my sister queens and beating my parents in Buzz Lightyear’s Space Ranger Spin was all too wonderful.  I will never forget the memories or the friendships from that week.

My year could not have been possible without the support of many people.  A big thanks goes out to all my family and friends for their love and support.  They have always been my number one fans and I am lucky to have them in my life!  To Matt Leverton, you are awesome!  Thanks so much for all your support and for being such a great director!  To the NAM Staff, I am so appreciative of everything you have ever done for me…you rock!  To my sister queens, this year has been wonderful getting to know all of you.  I love you girls!

To all the 2010 North Carolina contestants, I hope you have the weekend of your life!  Nothing is impossible.   I truly believe that any dream is attainable once you set your mind to it.  Like my hero Walt Disney once said, “All dreams can come true if we have the courage to pursue them.”  National American Miss will be one of the best experiences of your life so enjoy every moment!

Sincerely,

Your 2009 National American Miss North Carolina Teen

Staci Alden

National American Miss North and South Carolina Open Calls Announced!

National American Miss North and South Carolina Open Calls Announced!

I am excited to announce that we have scheduled the 2010 National American Miss North Carolina Open Calls!

Friday, Feb. 12 and Saturday, Feb. 13 – Cary, NC
at the Embassy Suites Research Triangle
201 Harrison Oaks Blvd.; Cary, NC 27513
On Friday – Session Times: 6:30pm
On Saturday – Session Times: 11:00am and 1:00pm


Saturday, Feb. 13 – Fayetteville, NC
at the Holiday Inn: Fayetteville-Bordeaux
1707 Owen Dr.; Fayetteville, NC 28304
Session Times: 11:00am and 1:00pm

Sunday, Feb. 14 – Greensboro, NC
at the Marriott-Greensboro Airport
1 Marriott Dr.; Greensboro, NC 27409
Sunday Session Times: 1pm and 3pm

Sunday, Feb. 14 and Monday, Feb. 15 – Charlotte, NC
at the Hilton University Place
8629 JM Keynes Drive, Charlotte, NC 28262
Sunday Session Times: 1pm and 3pm
Monday Session Times: 6:30pm

Monday, Feb. 15 – Jacksonville, NC
at the Quality Inn Jacksonville
701 N. Marine Blvd.; Jacksonville, NC 28540
Monday Session Times: 6:30pm

Tuesday, Feb. 16 – Asheville, NC
at the Renaissance Hotel – Asheville
31 Woodfin St.; Ashville, NC 28801
Tuesday Session Times: 6:30pm

Tuesday, Feb. 16 – Wilmington, NC
at the Holiday Inn – Wilmington
5032 Market St.; Wilmington, NC 28405
Tuesday Session Times: 6:30pm

Log on to www.namiss.com/MissNC to preregister.

~Matt