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With the 2011 National American Miss National Pageant right around the corner, I went straight to the pros to give out the best advice. I asked NAM girls:

 "What is the best pageant advice you have ever received?"

Lets see what they had to say...

Laura Nguyen :always have the right amount of confidence... never be over confident ... never not have any confidence at alll. always be right in the middle

Brianna Haggerty Cannon:( 2005-2006 National American Miss) Being a queen isn't about you. It's about representing something much bigger than you, so you have to be relatable. A queen has to be able to talk to anyone about anything and have a likable personality. Thus, it is important for those qualities to translate in your personal introduction and interview.

Sarah Odell: Smile like you already won, do your best, trust God, and dont give up!

 

Ravayna Tracey:(2002-2003 National American Miss Teen)  positive pageantry is a must!

if you compete only for a crown and title, the chances are good that you will wind up disappointed. but if you compete with a positive attitude, looking to gain self confidence, new friends, and experience, you will always be a winner!

 

Haleigh Newman :In interview, it's just like talking to your friends parents or your parents friends.

Sherelle Peterson: You don't have to go into debt to be in pageants, start buying used pageant wear!! I love saving money!

Robin Walters: I use to tell all 3 of my beautiful daughters, just be yourself, and SMILE!

Charika Jordan :A crown doesnt make you a winner your a winner inside your heart!

Kelly Young Klein :To take a breath~ I need to remind myself of that when I have three girls that compete! But the best advise that was ever given to my girls was to go out there and be themselves~ and do their best!!! It really is that simple! No one can ask any more of you. I am always in awe of the girls that do pageants and the grace and confidence that they have!!!

Monica Grace Wolfe: Be Yourself and the Judges will Love you

Amanda Temperton: Be you and walk on stage knowing that you are beautiful and worth it!

              The 2010-2011 National American Miss National Titleholders!

What is True Beauty to you?

What is True Beauty?

  by Jianna Garcia – age 7

True beauty is being true to yourself.

It is not lots of makeup or fancy things.

It is not being glitzy or mean.

It is who you are on the inside.

It is being kind to others, your family and all animals.

No cupcake hands or fake smiles.

It is being a natural girl with only true beautiful smiles from the heart.

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It's Been A Great Year for The 2010 National American Miss Florida Pre-Teen!

Greetings from Kia Shaw Miss Florida Preteen - National American Miss 2010                                                                                               

Dear Preteen Contestants……….

First I would like to say “WAY TO GO” and congratulations in making it this far to the competition here in Orlando. I know your parents, family, friends and supporters are so very proud of you. I have had the pleasure to meet, work and represent National American Miss (NAM) and I know you will too.  This is a very exciting time of your life, but it is only the beginning for you. There are  lots of hard work and dedication ahead, but it will all pay off with the fun of traveling across the Unite States and meeting new people. Enjoy every day and makes lots of friends and be prepared for an incredible experience.

My experience at NAM was amazing, dazzling and sometimes even a blur. To say that you will have lots of fun, does not even come close to the what’s ahead of you. Be ready for the rehearsals, practices, and an amazing time of your life….It’s your time to shine!  Along with getting prepared for the big opportunity, NAM have a group of wonderful people who always does a great job in making sure there are time set aside for fun and excitement to enjoy with your family and friends. The friendly group of choreographer and photographer are there to capture every precious moment, you will love it!

Although my reign went by so quickly; it still seems like yesterday that my name was called as Miss Florida Preteen - National American Miss 2010. That is one moment in my life that I will never forget. From that point on, I have been very busy and have kept my parents pretty busy too.  My trip to the National Competition in Anaheim California was also very exciting. I captured two National Titles; National Model and National Casual Wear Model. On the trip to Hollywood, we visited the Farmer’s Market, Disneyland, Walk of Fame and so much more; oh my Gosh, what a trip!!! This was an experience and the memories will last a lifetime.

Mr. and Mrs. Steve and Kathleen Mayes has done a phenomenal job; creating a pageant system just for girls like you and me. NAM have helped me to build my confidence, self-esteem and has prepared me for what is yet to come. Because of NAM I have received a proclamation from Congress that was archived in the congressional records for generation to come……how awesome is that!!! I have made appearances and volunteered at several organizations and giving back to my community is such a blessing!

With NAM the sky is the limit. You will experience different cultures, but most of all you will meet and make friendships that will last a life time.  As the new Miss Florida Preteen - National American Miss Titleholder, I know you’ll have a blast working with Miss Dawn Lee Costa and Miss LaKishia Edwards, they are the best!!  I am looking forward to meeting each of you and to offer any assistance you may need. God bless you all, and no matter what, keep reaching for the stars and never give up on your dreams. Good Luck…..

Thank you NAM for the many opportunities that you presented me with.  NAM ROCKS!!!!!

Love,

Kia Shaw

Miss Florida Preteen - National American Miss 2010

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YOU Could Be the Next National American Miss & Be a Part of Our NAM Family!!!

 Deadline: Friday, April 15^th

Want to be a part of National American Miss, but you thought you were too old for all the fun? National American Miss is now accepting applications for girls ages 19-20!!! Do you live in a state that we do not currently hold a state event, but you are between the ages of 4 and 20? This is your chance to represent and serve your state all year long as State Royalty!

National American Miss is the largest pageant in the nation for young women. We are so excited to extend an invitation to you to be a part of our program! At this time, we are not offering a program in your state for your age group. However, we hope you will be a part of our Appointed Representative Program. The girl that is selected as the State Representative will be given the opportunity to compete at the National Pageant, in Hollywood California for the National Title of NATIONAL AMERICAN MISS.

It’s your chance to make memories that last a lifetime!

Here’s How It Works…Once we receive your filled out resume, completed essays, and you have included your registration fee with your photograph, then we will call you to set up a phone interview. When the phone interview has been completed, then your entire entry will be placed in the hands of the selections committee. The selections committee will review the elements of your complete entry and score each portion of the competition. Then, the new state queen will be awarded along with the four runner-ups.

The winner will be appointed the title of National American Miss for your state and will attend the National Pageant during Thanksgiving week in Anaheim, California at Disneyland to compete for the National American Miss Queen’s Title. The 4 Runners-Up will be given the opportunity to represent their state as a city queen and to attend the National Pageant to compete for the National All-American Miss Queen’s Title.

Don’t miss out on your chance to be a part of the largest pageant system for young girls and women. You could be driving home from California in your brand new Ford Mustang Convertible. Check out all the details at www.namiss.com/car.

***APPLY NOW ***

Click on your age division to download an Official Application:

MISS

ages 19&20   

(as of January 1^st this year)

TEEN

ages 16, 17&18

(as of January 1^st this year)

JR. TEEN

ages 13, 14 & 15

(as of January 1^st this year)

PRE-TEEN

ages 10, 11&12

(as of January 1^st this year)

JR. PRE-TEEN

ages 7, 8 & 9

(as of January 1^st this year)

PRINCESS

ages 4,5 & 6

(as of January 1^st this year)

Deadline: Friday, April 15^th

2010-2011 National American Miss National Queens!

For more information you can also call our National Office at 281-496-9000

Former National American Miss Florida Jr. Pre-Teen Savannah Hudson will Perform at "Bring it for Japan" a UNICEFF Benefit Concert!

Former Miss Florida Jr. Pre-Teen, Savannah Hudson will preform at a benefit concert to help raise funds for the relief work for Japan! If you live in the Los Angeles area make sure to go out and lend your support !!! Way to go Savannah !





                               

Check Out These SUPER FUN Videos of Former NAM Winner Caitlyn Taylor Love!

We all know by now that fomer National American Miss Texas Jr. Pre-Teen, Caitlyn Taylor Love is starring on The DISNEY CHANNEL !!!  Caitlyn plays "Izzy" on the hit show " I'm in the band"! Check out these great video's of Caitlyn that go behind the scenes of her latest photoshoot and on the Red Carpet!

                                                       Click her to check out Caitlyn's Bio!

  Caitlyn even talks about being Miss Texas Jr.Pre-Teen... Once a NAM girl always a NAM girl !!!

                                   Check out Caitlyn's great interview skills on the red carpet!

National American Miss State Ambassador Shelby McIntosh Rises to the Top in Academics and Community Service!

Shelby was part of the United Way Youth Allocations Team, and was selected to represent her High School in reading over several applications from different organizations asking for funding. Shelby also had the task of deciding which organizations received funds and how much. Shebly rose to the occassion and said it was an honor to be trusted with such great responciblity.  

Shleby also was awarded the 2011 Prudential Spirit of Community Award. This award signifies that she was in the top 10% of all applicants in Ohio demonstrating exceptional initiative in service to the community. In conjunction with this award she was also awarded the Presidential Volunteer Service Award from President Barack Obama! This award recognizes those who have volunteered significant amounts of time to serve their communities and their country! Shelby went above and beyond and volunteered at the Summit County Children's Home where she packed backpacks for those in need.

"My experience was not only eye opening but humbling. It was such an honor to help those children in need as well as meet new people."Shelby McIntosh







Shelby volunteering in her community!

The 2010-2011 NAM Miss New York Teen Katie Guevarra walks in the Eastchester St. Patrick's Day Parade!

Katie Guevarra, The 2010-2011 NAM Miss New York Teen makes an appearance in NYC!

The National American Miss Annual National Photoshoot !

This weekend was the annual NAM national photo shoot !!! It was awesome seeing all of our National Titleholders! The National winners are flown to Houston, Texas for a fun filled weekend!! The girls had the royal treatment as we shot thousands of pictures. Memories were made that will last a lifetime! Check out these fun snapshots of the weekend and stay tuned for the final prints!

Welcome dinner with the 2010-2011 National Winners!



Fun on the set !



Princess Queens = BFFL



Shooting promo videos on the green screen!

Meet The 2010-2011 National All-American Miss Princess Kaysee French!

Tiffany: What was your first reaction when you won your national title?

Kaysee: I was so excited! I didn’t know I was going to win.  It felt wonderful!

Tiffany: How did you prepare for nationals?

Kaysee: I practiced my intro and my song with my sister, Robynne and my Mom.  They helped me with formal wear,too, and to get used to the triangle stage. We had a lot of fun!

Tiffany: How did you get involved in NAM ?

Kaysee: My sister started when she was 5, so I went with her every year and got to go up on stage with her during practices.  My mom said I could do the pageant when I was 4 if I was a good girl.  When I turned 4 I asked my Mom if I could do it now and she said, yes!



Kaysse and her new baby sister

 Tiffany: What do you want to be when you grow up?

Kaysee: I want to be a figure skater, a teacher, and an artist.

Tiffany: What to you like to do for fun?

Kaysee: I like to dress up and do fashion shows with my sister and friends.

Tiffany: What activities are you involved in?

Kaysee: I do drama at church and I go to the Extreme Wednesday program at church.  I have also done figure skating and voice lessons.  I want to start dance classes.

Tiffany: What is your best quality ?

Kaysee: My sister says that I am outgoing.

Tiffany: How would your friends describe you?

Kaysee: My friends would say that I am nice and that we like to play with each other.

Tiffany: Where is your favorite place to shop?

Kaysee: The MALL!!

Kaysee and her sister Robynne

Tiffany: If you had 3 wishes what would you wish for?

Kaysee: I would wish for me to do the right thing all the time, that I could be with my family always even when I grow up, and that I could see my grandma again.

Tiffany: If you could trade places with anyone for a day who would it be?

Kaysee: I don’t know..I would want to see what it was like to be a lot people.  Maybe I could trade places with my mom for a day.



Tiffany: If I gave you 1 million dollars what is the first thing you would buy?

Kaysee: I would buy a Bible because I want to do stuff with God.



Kaysee at her Birthday Party !



Tiffany: What is your favorite quote?

Kaysee: “Brothers don’t shake hands, Brothers gotta huuuug”

Tiffany: What is your all time favorite movie?

Kaysee: Veggie Tales

Tiffany: What is your most prized possession?

Kaysee: Bible

Family Time !

Tiffany: Who is your role model ?

Kaysee: Jesus

Tiffany: If you could star on any TV show what would it be?

Kaysee: Spongebob.

Tiffany: What do you hope to accomplish as The 2010-2011 National All-American Miss Princess ?

Kaysee: I want to help others and I want to be a good example for Jesus.

Sisters!

Tiffany: If you had to pick between your cell phone, computer or TV what would you pick?

Kaysee: The T.V. because I'm a couch potato! :)

Tiffany: What is the best advice you have ever received?

Kaysee: Treat others how you want them to treat you.

Tiffany: If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life what would it be?

Kaysee: I would choose vegetables because I want to stay healthy but I don’t really like a lot of vegetables.

Tiffany: What makes you unique ?

Kaysee: I think my eyes are unique because they change from hazel to brown.

Tiffany: What advice do you have for any girls thinking about entering NAM?

Kaysee:You should really do it because its fun and you can make more friends!!!

Kaysee loves her family!

Kaysee with her mom and sister volunteering with March of Dimes

Meet The 2010-2011 National American Miss Teen Elise Vertefeuille



Elise Vertefeuille National American Miss Teen

Tiffany: What was your first reaction when you won your national title?

Elise: I was so shocked and excited. I couldn’t believe that I had just won nationals!

Tiffany: How did you prepare for nationals?

Elise: I practiced my personal introduction to make sure it was under 60 seconds, and worked on my posture.

Tiffany: How did you get involved in NAM ?

Elise: In 2008 I did National American Miss Connecticut for the Junior Teen division and it was my first pageant ever. I had so much fun and ended up winning out of 130 girls. After that I was hooked on pageantry and won NAM Connecticut Teen this year. Went to Nationals and won!

Tiffany:What do you want to be when you grow up?

Elise: I want to be a Television Broadcaster when I grow up, and either work for Sports Casting on ESPN or for E! and interviewing stars on the red carpet.

 

Tiffany:What to you like to do for fun?

Elise: I play Varsity Soccer, snowboard and ski, and hangout with family and friends.

Tiffany:What activities are you involved in?

Elise: Future Business Leaders of America, Student Council, Spanish Club and Varsity Soccer.

 

Tiffany:What is your best quality ?

Elise: That I am a very caring person, I feel that I always put others before myself.

Tiffany: How would your friends describe you?

Elise:Outgoing and friendly.

Tiffany:Where is your favorite place to shop?

Elise: Forever 21

Tiffany: Finish this sentence: People would be surprised to know...

Elise: That I feel most confident and comfortable when I am public speaking. Which is the number one fear in America.

Tiffany: What is your favorite childhood memory ?

Elise: Growing up with a very Sports enthusiastic father and little brother, I remember always loving sports and embracing Super Bowls and World Series. I still look forward to them every year.

Tiffany: If you could trade places with anyone for a day who would it be?

Elise:Tyra Banks or Mary Hart, because I think they are both beautiful, independent women with jobs that I would totally love to have.

Tiffany: If I gave you 1 million dollars what is the first thing you would by?

Elise:My college tuition or a new car!

Tiffany:What is your favorite quote?

Elise:“Life isn't about finding yourself; it's about creating yourself.”

Tiffany: What is your all time favorite movie?

Elise: The Last Song or The Notebook

Tiffany:What do you hope to accomplish as National American Miss Teen ?

Elise: I hope to be a great role model for all girls, and to thoroughly do all I can in my community and country, and truly soak up this amazing experience I have been given.

Tiffany:What is your favorite subject in school? and least

Elise: English and History are my two favorite subjects and my least favorite is Math/Chemistry.

Tiffany: If you could only eat one food for the rest of your life what would it be?

Elise:Sushi!

Tiffany: What advice do you have for any girls thinking about entering NAM?

Elise: Go for it! You should always dream big, and try out everything you want to. You never know when it’s your time to shine!