General Info In This Section What Is Expected of A Winner ….………………………….. Page 3 How Overall Winners Are Selected……………………….. Page 3 International Scholarship Fund ……………………………. Page 3 Registration & Orientation …………………………………. Page 3 Rehearsals ……………………….……………………………. Page 3 Production/Activity/Competition “Dream” Wardrobe …... Page 3 Making Payments..…………………………………………… Page 4 Theater Policies…………………………………………………Page 5 Photography & Videography ………………………………Page 6 This Section forms State Crown Order Form .........……………………………….Page 7 Payment Form …………………………………………………. Page Sponsorship & Ad Sales Contributor Receipts ...………….Page 7 Still to come Ticket & Activities Order Form International Junior Miss Mission Statement The International Junior Miss Scholarship Program is a program organized to encourage positive achievement by helping to nurture and build self awareness in our youth and young women of today. The International Junior Miss program awards scholarships to individuals on the basis achievement throughout the weekend of competition and service throughout the year as an International Junior Miss titleholder. Scholarships are awarded in each division up to $5000 per division. Awards are provided for academic achievement, volunteer service and sprit of participation. Additional scholarships are provided for excellence in talent, modeling, public speaking and other optional categories totaling over $1000 in additional scholarship opportunities per division bringing the grand total of scholarships offered this year at the International Finals to nearly $40,000 per year. All scholarships are determined by the number of delegates in each division. The International Junior Miss Scholarship program will host an international competition intended to both encourage and reward the achievement of girls between 4 and 24 years of age. Our program is unique in that we do not allow make-up on delegates ages 12 years and under. The International Junior Miss Program is designed to give each delegate and her family memories that they can cherish for the rest of their lives. Our schedule includes time for family, meeting new people, self-motivation presentations, and evening community activities. We encourage a healthy life-style, but no swimsuit competition is required for the IJM competition. Delegates will compete in Interview Competition allowing each judge to personally speak with each delegate about their accomplishments and future goals, personal introduction to encourage public speaking and presentation skills, evening gown competition to keep in tradition with pageantry’s grace, poise and stage presentation, and fun fashion in ages 13 and older to give each delegate a chance to express their personal sense of style and fashion. The International Junior Miss Program is pleased to have crowned six dynamic young women at the 2008 competition. The current titleholders are Kaitlyn Bruce, International Miss; Keri Walker, International Teen; Macall Brown, International Jr. Miss; Alexis Ruby, International Pre-Teen, Kiera Class-Martinez, International Princess; and Megan Sowell, International Junior Princess. The 2009 International Junior Miss Scholarship Program will be held July 8th – 12th at the lovely Linda Chapin Theater. The Linda Chapin Theater is housed at the Orange County Convention Center in sunny Orlando, Florida and has been home to other great scholarship programs such as the Miss America Outstanding Teen Pageant for the past three years. For additional information, please contact the International Headquarters. International Office: 904-240-4831 Email: info@internationaljrmiss.com What is expected of the winners . . . . . . . . If you are selected as an International Junior Miss titleholder, hold onto your seats and get ready for a fabulous year. The International Royalty will have the opportunity to become a part of a sisterhood like no other. Each International Queen will be invited to attend state pageants across the country as well as the opportunity to use her International title as a vehicle to become more involved in her community. As the International Junior Miss Pageant System grows, so does the duties and responsibilities of the International Winners. The International Junior Miss Pageant holds its titleholder to the highest standards. We support our winners in their quest for other titles and awards. However, while our state winners are allowed to compete in other competitions, we discourage participating in any programs that will conflict with fulfilling their obligation to compete at the International Pageant. Should you be crowned a State International Junior Miss Pageant Winner, you will required to return any cash awards and prizes if you do no attend the International Pageant. If you are selected as an International Pageant Winner, your International Junior Miss or IJM Miss title should always come first. You must get written permission before participating in any other pageant competitions and will not be allowed to participate in any programs that are direct conflict with fulfilling your International Junior Miss title. The best sportsmanship is always required at our competition as well as any other competitions that you may decide to enter. Unsportsmanlike conduct is always grounds for lose of title and prizes. International Pageant winners will receive their cash awards in a minimum of two payments with one payment being awarded at the 2009 International Finals and the final payment upon completion of a successful reign and the return to crown the following year’s successor. International Junior Miss Scholarship titleholders cash awards are guaranteed as outlined in the section INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP FUND that can be found below. International Pageant winners are required to make a minimum of twelve appearances throughout the year. All other cash awards are based on an average of 20 delegates per division. Cash awards are prorated based on final numbers with no less than the fee that you paid to enter the competition awarded. ANMTC International Model & Talent Winners will be invited to audition for modeling assignments throughout the year. Modeling jobs are at the discretion of the client and modeling agencies. ANMTC International does not guarantee work for ANMTC Model or Talent Winners. Cash awards for model & talent winners along with any other optional awards will be presented on Sunday, July 12, 2009. All cash awards are based on an average of 20 delegates per division. Cash awards are prorated based on final numbers. How Overall Winners Are Selected . . . . . Each judge will score each delegate between 1 - 15 points in each segment of competition. All scores are tallied to determine the winner and alternates. Individuals that do not follow the rules will not win the pageant competition. A violation of the rules will cost a delegate one placement for each rule violated. The panel of judges will break all ties and have final say in rule violations. No one outside of the official judge’s panel will have a say in selecting the winners and alternates including the International Director or International Staff/Volunteers. A winner and four alternates will be selected if the total number of delegates is 10 or greater; a winner and three alternates if the delegate number is between seven and ten; a winner and two alternates if the delegate number is between five and six, one first alternate and two second alternates if the number is between three and four. Divisions & categories under five may be combined. Delegates will move to the division closest to their age. Delegates ages 4 & 5 will never be combined with older divisions. International Scholarship Fund (new rule as of September 15, 2008) Each State Delegate is required to raise money or make a donation in the amount of $100 to the International Scholarship Fund. The International Scholarship will be equally divided by the six division winners. We will only accept an average of 50 delegates per division at the international level. 50 delegates per division x $100 per delegate donation (maximum entries allowed per division) equals $5000.00. All donations must be made by check or money order and should not be included in your sponsorship payment. All scholarship donations are to be made payable to IJM Scholarship Fund. Scholarship Payment donations and patrons list are due by June 1, 2009. Registration & Orientation . . . . . . Registration will be held on Wednesday, July 8th at the lovely Rosen Plaza Hotel. Registration will begin at 4:00 pm. Exact Division Registration times will be posted at the Registered Delegate Site on June 1 st. The Welcome Banquet and Mandatory Orientation will be held immediately following registration. Rehearsals. . . . . . Rehearsals are very important in producing a live theater show. We ask that everyone comes to rehearsals each morning prepared and ready to learn the stage choreography. Parents of delegates ages 4 – 12 will be required to attend talent rehearsals only. At no other times and for no other divisions will parents and guest be allowed at rehearsals. Delegates should dress comfortably each day. Avoid wearing “fashion” clothing rehearsals. Simple and flexible. You may be sitting on the floor or on the stage at times which may be dusty. You should wear tennis shoes or another type of comfortable shoe and bring your competition heels with you. You may also want to consider bringing a light snack and bottle of water or sport’s drink. And finally, you will need a light jacket. Official IJM State Royalty Jackets and Bags are available to order by visiting www.internationaljrmiss.com/store Production, Activity & Competition “Dream” Wardrobe . . . IJM is proud to announce that Once Upon A Dream is one of our newest scholarship sponsors for the 2009 Pageant Year. Once Upon A Dream, is a collection of motivational clothing and products created with every woman in mind to induce a sense of pride, adventure, inspiration and worth. Once Upon A Dream was inspired by the famous "Dear Andrea" column written by Founder & Creator, Andrea Patrick Forte. Opening Production: For the Opening Production Performance, you will need to order an Official Onstage Introduction Pageant ‘Dream” tank top. You will be able to select from one of four slogans that express your feeling of inspiration. Tank tops can be ordered online and will be shipped directly to your home. You must wear white bottoms with your tank for the opening production number. Your bottoms can be capri pant or long pant. Matching color accessories are allowed. No one other 2009 Delegates will be allowed to order this tank until after the competition. Delegates ages 4 – 12 years must wear white socks and tennis shoes. Accent colors on the tennis shoes are allowed. Delegates age 13 years and older must wear a clear, white or silver heel ( 2 ½ inch or higher). WonderWorks Outing/Commercial & Photo Shoot Competition: During the WonderWorks outing you are required to wear a “Simply Wonderful” slogan tank and pair of blue denim jeans, capris, skirt or skorts. The ‘Simply Wonderful” tank doubles as official competition wardrobe for the Commercial Auditions and Optional Photo Shoot Competition. Parents and guest are invited to order ‘Simply Wonderful” dream tanks. More information regarding production, activity and competition “dream” wardrobe will be provided in a future mailing. Making Payments . . . PAYMENTS & CERTIFIED FUNDS: Payments made beginning JUNE 1st must be made by CERTIFIED FUNDS ONLY. We will not accept any checks after this date. No exceptions. Please be sure to use a tracking method when you mail money orders or cashier checks. We are not responsible for payments that are lost in the mail. You may want to consider using priority mail with Delivery and/or Signature Confirmation. Please be sure to use the enclosed payment form when making a payment and include the delegate’s name and division on all checks and money orders. POSTDATED CHECKS Please do not send any post dated checks to the pageant office. We will not hold any checks. checks are processed and deposited immediately. All Theater Policies . . . . . SPORTSMANSHIP: It is very important that all delegates, family members and friends of the pageant remember that good sportsmanship is a must. Parents, YOU set the example. Only one delegate will be named the winner. Only a few delegates will win special awards or be finalist. However, each delegate will bring to the pageant her own special flair. These delegates are presenting themselves, performing in front of judges and a live audience. It takes unique and special people to handle those duties. This is why we believe that every delegate is a winner. You and your family should feel proud of this achievement and the special recognition of representing your city and state. Delegates, parents and guest displaying poor sportsmanship will be asked to leave without refund, will not be invited back to the pageant and will forfeit any prizes or gifts awarded. BACKSTAGE ASSISTANTS: Dressing Rooms & Backstage Assistants: (ages 4 – 12 years) Delegates ages 4 – 12 years are allowed to have one parent/guest to serve as their backstage assistant. Each backstage assistant must have a ticket and must have a backstage pass. At no time will a backstage assistant be allowed to stand at stage level or in the wings. Any backstage assistant that do not follow the rules will be asked to leave the backstage area and return to their seats immediately. It is our suggestion that you choose simple and elegant hairstyles and outfits that easy to get into and out of. Dressing Rooms & Backstage Assistants: (ages 13 – 24 years) Delegates ages 13 – 24 years may have one parent or guest to assist them backstage during theater “move-in” only. Once delegates are settled into the dressing room, parents/guest must leave immediately. At no other time will parents/guest of delegates ages 13 years and older be allowed backstage. Weekend Badges: Everyone in attendance/occupying a seat must have a ticket in order to be admitted to the pageant. Ticket Badges may be ordered in advance or during registration. TICKET BADGES ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT THE THEATER. Please be sure to inform your family members and guest. Advance Ticket Badge Prices are $45 for adults and children ages 4 – 12 years. Upgrade Ticket badges are available for $10.00 per person. This includes early admissions to all shows. Photography & Videography Cameras and video recording devices are not be allowed in the theater. Theater Security will strictly enforce this policy. Anyone using a camera , camera phone or video recording device during the pageant will be asked to leave without refund. OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHER: The Official Photographer for the 2009 International Junior Scholarship Program is Jeremy Adamo of Adamo Photographer. You will receive information regarding photo packages for the prior to the International Finals. Discounts will be provided for those who order photos in advance. Delegates may bring their camera to take pictures during weekend activities only. www.adamophotography.com OFFICIAL VIDEOGRAPHER: The Official Videographer for the 2009 International Junior Miss Program is Videoworx Productions. You will receive information regarding photo packages for the prior to the International Finals. Discounts will be provided for those who order photos in advance. Delegates may bring their camera to take pictures during weekend activities only. Demo videos will be available soon. INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR MISS DIVISION: PAYMENT FORM Fees can be paid by retuning this form to: ANMTC INTERNATIONALS 5468 IRISH ROAD NORTH TONAWANDA, NY 14120 Fees can be paid online by visiting www.internationaljrmiss.com/payment ___ 4 – 6 Years ___ 7 – 9 years ___ 10 – 12 years ___ 13 – 15 years ___ 16 – 18 years ___ 19 – 24 years Delegate’s Name _____________________________ State ___________________________________________ Phone ( ) __________________________________ This payment is for: Sponsorship Fee Photogenic Entry (limit 3) Talent Entry Fee (limit 2) Casual Wear (limit 2) Supermodel with Style Entry Spokesmodel Entry Fee Commercial Audition (limit 2) Photo Shoot Entry Fee Advertising (please attach ad forms) Tickets (please attach ticket form) Other: ___________________ ___ @ $75 ___ @ $75 ___ @ $75 ___ @ $75 ___ @ $50 ___ @ $50 ___ @ $50 $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ TOTAL $________ INTERNATIONAL JUNIOR MISS DIVISION: PAYMENT FORM Fees can be paid by retuning this form to: ANMTC INTERNATIONALS 5468 IRISH ROAD NORTH TONAWANDA, NY 14120 Fees can be paid online by visiting www.internationaljrmiss.com/payment ___ 4 – 6 Years ___ 7 – 9 years ___ 10 – 12 years ___ 13 – 15 years ___ 16 – 18 years ___ 19 – 24 years Delegate’s Name _____________________________ State ___________________________________________ Phone ( ) __________________________________ This payment is for: Sponsorship Fee Photogenic Entry (limit 3) Talent Entry Fee (limit 2) Casual Wear (limit 2) Supermodel with Style Entry Spokesmodel Entry Fee Commercial Audition (limit 2) Photo Shoot Entry Fee Advertising (please attach ad forms) Tickets (please attach ticket form) Other: ___________________ ___ @ $75 ___ @ $75 ___ @ $75 ___ @ $75 ___ @ $50 ___ @ $50 ___ @ $50 $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ TOTAL $________ State Crown Order Form Name ____________________________________________________________________________________ Division: ___ Jr. Princess (4 -6 yrs) ___ Princess (7 – 9 yrs) ___ Pre-Teen (10 – 12 yrs) ___ Jr. Teen (13 – 15 yrs) ___ Teen (16 – 18 yrs) ___ Miss (19 – 24 yrs) It is not mandatory to order a state crown, but it is a wonderful tool for promoting your state title. Our state crowns are ordered directly from the manufacture. Each crown is made to order and takes about six weeks for processing and shipping. ANMTC INTERNATIONALS CREDIT CARD FORM Fees can be paid by retuning this form to: ANMTC INTERNATIONALS 5468 IRISH ROAD NORTH TONAWANDA, NY 14120 Fees can be paid online by visiting www.internationaljrmiss.com/payment DIVISION: Delegate’s Name _____________________________ State ___________________________________________ Phone ( CARD NUMBER: EXP. DATE: ___ 4 – 6 Years ___ 7 – 9 years ___ 10 – 12 years ___ 13 – 15 years ___ 16 – 18 years ___ 19 – 24 years ) __________________________________ This payment is for: CIRCLE ONE: Name of Cardholder ___________________________________________ Cardholder’s Phone Number ( )_____________________________ Cardholder’s Signature ________________________________________ Cardholder’s Billing Address ____________________________________ City___________________________State_______Zip Code___________ Sponsorship Fee Photogenic Entry Model Entry Fee Talent Entry Fee Supermodel with Style Commercial Entry Fee Monologue Entry Fee Advertising Tickets Other: ___________________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ $________ TOTAL TO BE CHARGED $________ ____ I am enclosing me check or money order in the amount of $ _________________. Please return this form along with your first sponsorship payment to: ANMTC INTERNATIOALS 5468 Irish Road North Tonawanda, NY 14120 Sponsorship & Ad Sales Contributor’s Receipt Detach and give a receipt to your sponsors. Keep the stub for your records. Keep this stub for your records: ___________ Date $______________ Amount ______________________________ Contributor’s Name Sponsor’s Name _________________________________________________ Amount Contributed $ _________________ Date: __________________ ANMTC International Delegate ________________________________ Check One: ___ Sponsorship ___ Ad Sales __ Other __ Cash __ Check __ Money Order __ Credit Card Thank you for your support. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------Keep this stub for your records: ___________ Date $______________ Amount ______________________________ Contributor’s Name Sponsor’s Name _________________________________________________ Amount Contributed $ _________________ Date: __________________ ANMTC International Delegate ________________________________ Check One: ___ Sponsorship ___ Ad Sales __ Other __ Cash __ Check __ Money Order __ Credit Card Thank you for your support. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Keep this stub for your records: ___________ Date $______________ Amount ______________________________ Contributor’s Name Sponsor’s Name _________________________________________________ Amount Contributed $ _________________ Date: __________________ ANMTC International Delegate ________________________________ Check One: ___ Sponsorship ___ Ad Sales __ Other __ Cash __ Check __ Money Order __ Credit Card Thank you for your support. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------Keep this stub for your records: ___________ Date $______________ Sponsor’s Name _________________________________________________ Amount ______________________________ Contributor’s Name Amount Contributed $ _________________ Date: __________________ ANMTC International Delegate ________________________________ Check One: ___ Sponsorship ___ Ad Sales __ Other __ Cash __ Check __ Money Order __ Credit Card Thank you for your support. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------- Sponsorship & Ad Sales Contributor’s Receipt Detach and give a receipt to your sponsors. Keep the stub for your records. www.internationaljrmiss.com The International Junior Miss Program was founded to give girls and young women of all ages the opportunity to discover their dreams and unleash their potential. Our program is designed to allow our participants to grow and meet new friends with both different and similar interest as themselves. We are not a beauty pageant. We’re an opportunity www.internationaljrmiss.com The International Junior Miss Program was founded to give girls and young women of all ages the opportunity to discover their dreams and unleash their potential. Our program is designed to allow our participants to grow and meet new friends with both different and similar interest as themselves. We are not a beauty pageant. We’re an opportunity. www.internationaljrmiss.com The International Junior Miss Program was founded to give girls and young women of all ages the opportunity to discover their dreams and unleash their potential. Our program is designed to allow our participants to grow and meet new friends with both different and similar interest as themselves. We are not a beauty pageant. We’re an opportunity. www.internationaljrmiss.com The International Junior Miss Program was founded to give girls and young women of all ages the opportunity to discover their dreams and unleash their potential. Our program is designed to allow our participants to grow and meet new friends with both different and similar interest as themselves. We are not a beauty pageant. We’re an opportunity.