Gown
Each contestant is evaluated on grace, poise, style, stage presence, the confidence with which she carries herself, and overall-impression.
Fun Fashion - MISS AMERICAn fashionista™
Each contestant is evaluated on her personality, confidence, age appropriate styling and overall impression.
****At the discretion of the National Office the highest scorer in each division may be awarded the title of MISS AMERICAN FASHIONISTA™ as an Optional Competition title if she enters said Optional Competition for an additional fee. ****
Interview
Preliminary interviews are personal one-on-one style. You will have three minute interviews with each of the judges. It’s very comfortable and conversational. Contestants are scored on their communication skills, and personality. They are NOT scored on their opinions or personal beliefs.
Costumes
The results of this competition is not used to determine the overall winners of Miss American Teenager; however, each contestant is REQUIRED to wear a costume symbolic of the area she represents. Get creative by researching your state flower, tree, or bug. Perhaps someone historical or famous is from your state that you want to represent. Remember, think big...think simple! Awards will be given for Most Original, Creative and Whimsical.
