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The Miss Kentucky Teen America Organization is looking for young women that possess the entire package of personality, poise, intelligence, and beauty to represent the Bluegrass State!  This page features the judging criteria for the Miss Kentucky Teen America and Miss Kentucky Junior Teen America titles!

2007 Miss Teen America Delegates
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AGE REQUIREMENTS:

The Miss Teen Pageant is open to girls who will be at least 14 and no older than 18, and have not attended college, on July 1, 2008.  If you are 13 years old at the time of the State Pageant but will turn 14 before the 2008 National Pageant you can compete in the Teen Division.

The Miss Jr. Teen Pageant is open to girls at least 11 years old by October 1, 2008, and not older than 13 on June 30, 2008. If you are 10 years old at the time of the State Pageant but will turn 11 before the 2008 National Pageant you can compete in the Jr. Teen Division.



Categories of Competition

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EVENINGWEAR- 25%

This is your final moment in the spotlight! Attire should be a full-length formal gown of contestants choosing. The contestant’s overall appearance, self-confidence, and sense of style are considered. Contestants are free to accessorize as they wish, however we ask that they do not wear a headpiece or tiara during the eveningwear competition, as this would interfere with the crowning of the new queen.





TALENT OR SPOKESMODEL- 25%

TALENT- When it comes to talent, do what you do best. Be it singing, dancing, playing an instrument, giving a monologue, or any other creative talent, just be sure to enjoy yourself! Judging will end at two minutes.
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SPOKESMODEL
- Contestants who choose to exhibit their writing and public speaking talents have the option of presenting a speech. Spokesmodel performances can be about anything from your hometown to your favorite product, or in support of a special cause. Use your imagination and be creative! Speeches must be a minimum of one minute long, and may not exceed two minutes.

*There is no comparative judging. Every performance will be scored based on appeal and execution according to the specific discipline or category. For example, a vocalist, spokes model, and tap dancer can all earn the same score.


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INTERVIEW- 25%

Interview is your chance to show them what you are made of! Each contestant will need to wear business attire, such as a dress or suit. The interview will be panel style and is designed to give judges the chance to learn about the contestant’s personality, successes, hobbies, talents, goals, community involvement, and ambitions. Attention is focused on poise, charm, self-confidence and her ability to communicate, as well as the substance of answers.




PHYSICAL FITNESS- 25%


MISS KENTUCKY TEEN AMERICA CONTESTANTS:
FITNESS IN SWIMSUIT

Runway modeling of conservative, one-piece solid color swimsuit; No mesh, no cutouts, and no panty hose allowed. Shoes should be taupe/skin tones or clear. Judges consider contestants physical fitness and the confidence with which each contestant carries herself, as well as the beauty of face and figure.


MISS KENTUCKY JR. TEEN AMERICA CONTESTANTS:
FITNESS IN AEROBIC WEAR

Runway modeling of an aerobic wear outfit. This may include shorts, skorts, fitted tanks, etc. Sneakers should be worn with attire. Judges will be looking for the individual who is physically fit, energetic and healthy, with a strong sense of self-esteem.





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The 2008 Teen Contestants
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