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Begin Your Journey in the Miss America Opportunity

Are you a young woman between the ages of 14 - 27 currently residing, working, or attending school full-time in Chelan or Douglas County (Miss Greater Wenatchee) or a county east of the Cascades Mountains (Miss East Cascades)?

Are you Looking for a performance and/or scholarship opportunity?

Now is your chance to join this AMAZING sisterhood and gain skills and friendships that will last a
lifetime. If you’re ready to challenge yourself, serve your community, and make a difference in the lives of
others, then register now to be a part of our next MECSO pageant competition in December.

Sign up with your friends, your sisters, and your cousins

Don’t miss out on this amazing program and the opportunity to gain interview, resume, public speaking, and networking skills along with lifelong friendships and money for college!

Application deadline for both Miss and Teen is October 31, 2025

Become a Teen Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2026. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

First Name *

Last Name *

Date of birth *

Current Age *

Teen contestants must be between the ages of 14 -17 Must be 14 by first day of state competition week and no older than 17 at state competition. (For reference, the state competition is the third week of June 2026.)

Address

City *

State *

Zip code *

Email *

Phone *

Select the eligibility option that best applies to you* I (or my parent /guardian) have lived in Washington state for at least 120 days prior to the competition date. *

School Currently Attending

Grade / Class

College Attended: Major and Year of Graduation

Honors and Achievements (academic, career, etc.)

Competition Talent (dance, vocal, piano, etc. If unsure write "unsure"

Social Impact Initiative (if decided)

How did you hear about our program? *

Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Parent/Guardian Name

Relation with Participant

Parent/Guardian email

Parent/Guardian cellular

Parent/Guardian Address (include city & zip code)

Media and Photo Release *

I give permission to be photographed and/or videotaped by MECSO in conjunction with all activities associated with the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Organization. These photos may be used on the MECSO website, social media sites, newspapers, and/or other official printed publications.

DO NOT give permission to be photographed and/or videotaped by MECSO in conjunction with all activities associates with the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Organization

Check Below *

I hereby certify that this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. As a participant in the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Program, I will meet the expectations as they are given to me.

Agree (sign)

Clear

Parent/ Guardian Signature if Candidate is under 18

Clear

Become a Miss Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2026. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

First Name *

Last Name *

Date of birth *

Current Age *

Miss contestants must be between the ages of 18-28. A contestant must turn 18 by first day of state week competition and no older than 27 at the state competition. (Please reach out if you have questions regarding the age policy.)

Address

City *

State *

Zip code *

Email *

Phone *

Select the eligibility option that best applies to you - I have lived in Washington state for at least 120 days prior to the competition date. I have worked full time in Washington state for at least 120 days prior to competition date. I am enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college or university located within the State by the first day of the Local competition, December 26, 2025. *

Employer (if applicable)

College Attended: Major and Year of Graduation

High School Attended and Year of Graduation

Honors and Achievements (academic, career, etc.)

Competition Talent (dance, vocal, piano, etc. If unsure write "unsure"

Social Impact Initiative (if decided)

How did you hear about our program? *

Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Parent/Guardian Name

Relation with Participant

Parent/Guardian email

Parent/Guardian cellular

Parent/Guardian Address (include city & zip code)

Media and Photo Release *

I give permission to be photographed and/or videotaped by MECSO in conjunction with all activities associated with the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Organization. These photos may be used on the MECSO website, social media sites, newspapers, and/or other official printed publications.

DO NOT give permission to be photographed and/or videotaped by MECSO in conjunction with all activities associates with the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Organization

Check Below *

I hereby certify that this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. As a participant in the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Program, I will meet the expectations as they are given to me.

Agree (sign) *

Clear

Become a Miss Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2026. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

First Name *

Last Name *

Date of birth *

Current Age *

Miss contestants must be between the ages of 18-28. A contestant must turn 18 by first day of state week competition and no older than 27 at the state competition. (Please reach out if you have questions regarding the age policy.)

Address

City *

State *

Zip code *

Email *

Phone *

Select the eligibility option that best applies to you - I have lived in Washington state for at least 120 days prior to the competition date. I have worked full time in Washington state for at least 120 days prior to competition date. I am enrolled as a full-time student at an accredited college or university located within the State by the first day of the Local competition, December 26, 2025. *

Employer (if applicable)

College Attended: Major and Year of Graduation

High School Attended and Year of Graduation

Honors and Achievements (academic, career, etc.)

Competition Talent (dance, vocal, piano, etc. If unsure write "unsure"

Social Impact Initiative (if decided)

How did you hear about our program? *

Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Parent/Guardian Name

Relation with Participant

Parent/Guardian email

Parent/Guardian cellular

Parent/Guardian Address (include city & zip code)

Media and Photo Release *

I give permission to be photographed and/or videotaped by MECSO in conjunction with all activities associated with the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Organization. These photos may be used on the MECSO website, social media sites, newspapers, and/or other official printed publications.

DO NOT give permission to be photographed and/or videotaped by MECSO in conjunction with all activities associates with the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Organization

Check Below *

I hereby certify that this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. As a participant in the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Program, I will meet the expectations as they are given to me.

Agree (sign) *

Clear

Become a Teen Candidate

We are thrilled that you would like to become a member of our Class of 2026. As an official local Preliminary to the Miss Washington program, we are excited to help you on your journey through the Miss America Organization..

First Name *

Last Name *

Date of birth *

Current Age *

Teen contestants must be between the ages of 14 -17 Must be 14 by first day of state competition week and no older than 17 at state competition. (For reference, the state competition is the third week of June 2026.)

Address

City *

State *

Zip code *

Email *

Phone *

Select the eligibility option that best applies to you* I (or my parent /guardian) have lived in Washington state for at least 120 days prior to the competition date. *

School Currently Attending

Grade / Class

College Attended: Major and Year of Graduation

Honors and Achievements (academic, career, etc.)

Competition Talent (dance, vocal, piano, etc. If unsure write "unsure"

Social Impact Initiative (if decided)

How did you hear about our program? *

Social Media / Facebook / Instagram / Scholarship Fair / Search Engine / Friend / Relative / previously competed in a Miss America local / Other

Parent/Guardian Name

Relation with Participant

Parent/Guardian email

Parent/Guardian cellular

Parent/Guardian Address (include city & zip code)

Media and Photo Release *

I give permission to be photographed and/or videotaped by MECSO in conjunction with all activities associated with the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Organization. These photos may be used on the MECSO website, social media sites, newspapers, and/or other official printed publications.

DO NOT give permission to be photographed and/or videotaped by MECSO in conjunction with all activities associates with the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Organization

Check Below *

I hereby certify that this application is true and correct to the best of my knowledge. As a participant in the Miss East Cascades Scholarship Program, I will meet the expectations as they are given to me.

Agree (sign)

Clear

Parent/ Guardian Signature if Candidate is under 18

Clear

Meet Our Titleholders For 2025

Isabella Aburto

Miss East Cascades's Teen 2025

First time pageant experience

Junior at Manson High school

Traditional Mexican Folklorico dancer and avid basketball player

CSI: Importance of Mental Health in Communities

Favorite Quote: Until you value yourself, you won’t value your time. Until you value your time you will not do anything with it.”

- M. Scott Peck

Rosemary Holcomb

Miss Greater Wenatchee's Teen 2025

First time pageant experience

Sophomore at Waterville High School

Classically trained Vocalist, Cheerleader, Musical Theater performer

CSI: Suicide Prevention - Conversations & Connections that Save Lives!

Favorite quote: You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave enough to try.
- Dolly Parton

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Begin Your Journey in the Miss America Opportunity

Are you a young woman between the ages of 14 - 27 currently residing, working, or attending school full-time in Chelan or Douglas County (Miss Greater Wenatchee) or a county east of the Cascades Mountains (Miss East Cascades)?

Isabella Aburto

Rosemary Holcomb

First time pageant experience

Sophomore at Waterville High School

Classically trained Vocalist, Cheerleader, Musical Theater performer

CSI: Suicide Prevention - Conversations & Connections that Save Lives!

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Our Blogs

Schedule of Events For Miss America/Miss America’s Teen

2024 Competition Week Line Up Includes Iconic Events to Delight Attendees

JANUARY 2024

TUESDAY JAN 9
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO
7:00PM — TEEN PRELIMINARY NIGHT
10:00PM — REBEL FOR A CAUSE VISITATION*
*credential required

WEDNESDAY JAN 10
10AM–6PM — MAGIC EXPO
7:00PM — MISS PRELIMINARY NIGHT
10:00PM — OFFICIALLY HER LAUNCH VISITATION*
*credential required

THURSDAY JAN 11
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO
9:00AM–Noon — STATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MEETING
4:00PM — 5:30PM CEO CIRCLE RECEPTION
5:00PM — 6:00PM RED CARPET HARD ROCK LIVE
6:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S GOT TALENT SHOWCASE
10:00PM – HARD ROCK & ROSES VISITATION*
*credential required

FRIDAY JAN 12
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO
9:00AM–Noon LOCAL DIRECTOR MEETING
10:00AM–4:00PM TALENT REHEARSAL Walt Disney Theater
6:00PM — RED CARPET (ticketed Gala only)
8:00PM — MISS AMERICA GOES RED GALA

13TH – SATURDAY
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO LAST DAY
1:00PM–3:00PM Miss America’s LITTLE SISTER TEA
7:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S TEEN FINAL SHOW
10:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S TEEN Coronation Party

14TH – SUNDAY
10:00AM–Noon — BREAKFAST of CHAMPIONS
7:00PM — MISS AMERICA FINALS (SOLD OUT)

Begin Your Journey in the Miss America Opportunity

Are you a young woman between the ages of 14 - 27 currently residing, working, or attending school full-time in Chelan or Douglas County (Miss Greater Wenatchee) or a county east of the Cascades Mountains (Miss East Cascades)?

Isabella Aburto

Rosemary Holcomb

First time pageant experience

Sophomore at Waterville High School

Classically trained Vocalist, Cheerleader, Musical Theater performer

CSI: Suicide Prevention - Conversations & Connections that Save Lives!

Follow Us

Our Blogs

Schedule of Events For Miss America/Miss America’s Teen

2024 Competition Week Line Up Includes Iconic Events to Delight Attendees

JANUARY 2024

TUESDAY JAN 910:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO7:00PM — TEEN PRELIMINARY NIGHT10:00PM — REBEL FOR A CAUSE VISITATION**credential required

WEDNESDAY JAN 1010AM–6PM — MAGIC EXPO7:00PM — MISS PRELIMINARY NIGHT10:00PM — OFFICIALLY HER LAUNCH VISITATION**credential required

THURSDAY JAN 1110:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO9:00AM–Noon — STATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MEETING4:00PM — 5:30PM CEO CIRCLE RECEPTION5:00PM — 6:00PM RED CARPET HARD ROCK LIVE6:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S GOT TALENT SHOWCASE10:00PM – HARD ROCK & ROSES VISITATION**credential required

FRIDAY JAN 1210:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO9:00AM–Noon LOCAL DIRECTOR MEETING10:00AM–4:00PM TALENT REHEARSAL Walt Disney Theater6:00PM — RED CARPET (ticketed Gala only)8:00PM — MISS AMERICA GOES RED GALA

13TH – SATURDAY10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO LAST DAY1:00PM–3:00PM Miss America’s LITTLE SISTER TEA7:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S TEEN FINAL SHOW10:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S TEEN Coronation Party

14TH – SUNDAY10:00AM–Noon — BREAKFAST of CHAMPIONS7:00PM — MISS AMERICA FINALS (SOLD OUT)

TUESDAY JAN 9
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO
7:00PM — TEEN PRELIMINARY NIGHT
10:00PM — REBEL FOR A CAUSE VISITATION*
*credential required

WEDNESDAY JAN 10
10AM–6PM — MAGIC EXPO
7:00PM — MISS PRELIMINARY NIGHT
10:00PM — OFFICIALLY HER LAUNCH VISITATION*
*credential required

THURSDAY JAN 11
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO
9:00AM–Noon — STATE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR MEETING
4:00PM — 5:30PM CEO CIRCLE RECEPTION
5:00PM — 6:00PM RED CARPET HARD ROCK LIVE
6:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S GOT TALENT SHOWCASE
10:00PM – HARD ROCK & ROSES VISITATION*
*credential required

FRIDAY JAN 12
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO
9:00AM–Noon LOCAL DIRECTOR MEETING
10:00AM–4:00PM TALENT REHEARSAL Walt Disney Theater
6:00PM — RED CARPET (ticketed Gala only)
8:00PM — MISS AMERICA GOES RED GALA

13TH – SATURDAY
10:00AM–6:00PM — MAGIC EXPO LAST DAY
1:00PM–3:00PM Miss America’s LITTLE SISTER TEA
7:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S TEEN FINAL SHOW
10:00PM — MISS AMERICA’S TEEN Coronation Party

14TH – SUNDAY
10:00AM–Noon — BREAKFAST of CHAMPIONS
7:00PM — MISS AMERICA FINALS (SOLD OUT)