Chelsea Ingram

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To be eligible to compete for the title of Miss Vermont you must:

* Be at least 17 years old and graduated from High School (or GED) by June 22, 2013 * Be no older than 24 on December 31, 2013 * Be a VT resident for at least six months or enrolled in/attending classes full-time in VT * Be a US citizen * Be Single (Never Married) and meet the character criteria as set forth by the Miss America Organization * Visit website for complete competition requirements (www.missvermont.org) I like this one better too.

Miss Vermont 2012

"The Miss Vermont Scholarship Organization has provided me with an avenue to pursue my goals and dreams. It continues to direct me on the path of success in my career and in life through the development of valuable leadership and interpersonal skills."-Chelsea Ingram, Miss Vermont
2012, Fox 44 Meteorologist

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Competition Scoring:
35% Talent 25% Interview 20% Evening Wear 15% Lifestyle & Fitness 5% On-Stage Question

"This is an experience like none other. Every day is a unique opportunity for personal growth and professional experience in a position that empowers every women to achieve her personal bests in every endeavor." -Katie Levasseur, Miss Vermont 2011, recipient of
the 2012 Governor's Award for Outstanding Community Service and 2010 VT Secretary of State's Enduring Democracy Award.

"Serving as Miss Vermont shaped me both personally and professionally. Since being Miss VT, I've been able to tackle challenges and opportunities in my early 20's that many women don't feel prepared to take on until much later. Best of all, it was an opportunity to give back to the state that I am so passionate about." -Caroline Bright, Miss Vermont

2010, 2012 Candidate for Vermont State Senate, Director of Green Mountain Girls State2010-2012

The Mission of the Not-for-Prot Miss Vermont Scholarship Organization, Inc. is to provide scholarships to young women of Vermont while coaching their leadership skills, mentoring their participation in relevant community service, enhancing their unique talents, and developing their personal condence, grace and style.

WWW.MISSVERMONT.ORG

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WORKSHOPS
Workshops are an opportunity to meet other outstanding young women while developing specic skill sets. The workshops are open to all young women ages 17-24. Workshops are only $25 each. Come to one or come to all - these are fabulous!

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COMPETITION
Whether youve participated in our workshops or youve just heard about our program, we strongly encourage you to compete in the Miss Vermont Competition.

PRELIMINARY TITLE HOLDER PROGRAM

The Miss Vermont Scholarship Organization offers the Preliminary Title Program to young women between the ages of 17-24. To support you and your ability to compete for the Miss Vermont scholarshipsand the title of Miss Vermont, the PTP Program offers workshops, practice and skill building in the areas of self-discovery, public speaking skills, interview and communication skills, stage presence, appearance, developing poise and condence, and creating your own personal platform of community service. While the PTP program is optional, the benets are amazing and each contestant participating in this peer driven program will receive: *An ofcial sash *Waived fees for 4 skill building workshops ($25 ea) *Waived fee for Contestant Development Day ($35) *Appearance and service opportunities within your county *A private 1-hour consultation with an experienced Miss Vermont *Opportunity to mentor a young girl participating in our newly formed Princess Program

WORKSHOP DATES 2012-2013

Sunday, November 18 12-3:30 Sunday, December 16 12-3:30 Interview Skills Etiquette Social Media Savvy Community Service Public Speaking Resumes Platform Statements Topics TBA 12-3:30 Topics TBA 12-3:30 Contestant Development Day ($35)

Miss(Based on 2012 Competition) Vermont is awarded:

*$3000 Miss Vermont Academic Scholarship *$1000 Stowe Rotary Academic Scholarship *$1750 Dale Carnegie Course *$1750 Dale Carnegie High Impact Course *$1500 John Roberts Powers Scholarship *Select Wardrobe for Miss America Competition *Trip to Las Vegas for Miss America Competition *Other prizes and scholarships *Opportunities to appear, perform and speak across the State *Optional National Appearances
Additional scholarship money is awarded to the 1st, 2nd 3rd and 4th Runners-Up. Special Spirit Award.

Sunday, February 3 Sunday, March 10 Sunday, April 7 9-5 Sunday, April 28 1-3:30

Princess Day (By registration only)

The Preliminary Title Holder Program continues to grow in size and scope each year, with more partners asking to help these young women as they attain critical skills. In recent years, PTPs have been asked to model for local events, appear at State functions, and have been given complimentary public speaking classes by the Dale Carnegie Institute.

COMPETITION 2013 7pm June 22 (Location TBA)

All workshops take place at the Sheraton Hotel Conference Center located at 870 Williston Road in Burlington, VT.

For more information: www.missvermont.org email: otcontestants@missvermont.org phone: 802-238-4922