Orientation Weekend

Orientation was 2 days of fun! Our very own Coon Rapids graciously hosted this years Contestant Orientation at the Coon Rapids City Hall. Friday evening the Teen Class of 2018 assembled to go over the handbook, and read the role expectations. Miss Minnesota's Outstanding Teen, Emily Schumacher and her mom Lori, briefed us on what to expect if we are crowned the next Miss Minnesota Outstanding Teen.  We also got to meet and thank our fitness sponsor MAI, which is the mirror reflection of I AM. They provided each Teen with a MAI tank top and yoga capris to wear for state competition in June. After that, we were taught Hands Only CPR by Emily. The next morning we were up early and and back at it, starting with Check In. For check in we finish handing in the last of our paperwork, along with our talent music. I was recognized for being the first teen to turn in all of their required paperwork, which earned me a gorgeous pair of earrings sponsored by Sarah Moses at the Pageant Shop. After a talk by our Executive Director, Kathy, there was another break out session where the teens had the opportunity to watch video of top 5 interviews from Nationals. After that we were treated to a lunch prepared by the Coon Rapids committee.  Following lunch Erin and I took some time to take pictures and were featured in an Instagram live video taken by our new media Director, Rachel Latuff Betterley. It was then onto choosing contestant order. Because I had sold the most Ad pages for a Teen, I was able to pick first. I chose to be contestant #20 out of 20. On Wednesday all Teens will compete Interview. I will  compete Lifestyle & Fitness, and Evening Gown & On stage question on Wednesday night, and Talent on Thursday night. ​