Required Competitions
Miss USS
The only required events for Miss United Southern States titles (Pre-K-Miss):
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Interview with the Judges
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Opening #/ Introduction
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Evening Gown
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In addition, the Top 5 Teen & Miss will be asked a final question.**
**You will not know the question that you receive, but you will have a list of questions.
Required Competitions for
America's Miss USS
This is a separate title!
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Talent (2 minutes or less)
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Interview
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Spokesmodel
New this year!
Fun fashion will NOT be part of the Miss USS program for 2022-2023.
Two different titles - two opportunities to win!
Formal Attire
Two different titles - two opportunities to win!
Formal Wear/ Gown: Contestants in Pre-Kindergarten and over will model a full-length pageant or prom gown of their choice. Judges will be looking for a naturally beautiful queen, with lots of grace, elegance, and lots of personality.
Contestants third grade and under: We are not a glitz pageant system. We are looking for a naturally polished queen. Makeup Rules for these division: Light makeup is allowed- blush, powder, mascara, and lip gloss. Contestants may ahve on makeup for the final event under the harsh lights at the theatre but still should be done in taste.
Contestants in fourth grade and over, make up, pageant hair styles, and sparkle are allowed in these divisions! Judges will be looking for a naturally beautiful, confident, and well put together queen. You do not need pageant experience to participate!
Opening Production
Marc Defang Romper: Contestants will model their purchased Marc Defang Romper with their choice of shoes during the opening production. Each contestant will introduce herself on stage. For our Pre-School children, our emcee can prompt if needed.
If you competed in the State pageant, you do NOT need to purchase a romper again. We will only use one style for State Pageants & Nationals to keep contestants from purchasing two:
Interview: Contestants will meet with the judges for a panel-style interview. There are no right or wrong questions. No political or controversial questions will be asked. Judges are just trying to get to know you better. Wear a dress or outfit of your choosing. No glitz or formal attire please.
Contestants in the Teen and Miss divisions should upload a one-page resume (front only). Please see an example under our backstage page.
Attire: Dress or pant suit. No formal attire please.
Casual Wear: Contestants will model their pageant t-shirt (ordered when you register and picked up during registration) along with any white bottoms- shorts, skirt, pants, and shoes of their choice. Contestants may accessorize as they wish.
Judges will be looking for a contestant that is naturally beautiful with lots of personality.
State Costume: Be creative and have fun! Stage time limit for State Costume is 90 seconds.
Spokesmodel: Our most favorite competition! Contestants will answer a question on stage after our evening gown competition. One winner will be named in the overall division as well as a grade level queen. This event is completely optional in all divisions.
Talent: Judges will be looking for a contestant that has natural talent in any talent presentation. Time limit: 2 minutes.
Introduction: Contestants will model their Marc Defang opening number attire. Contestants will give their name, their title, and one fun fact. Required in all divisions.
Contestants will model their pageant t-shirt (ordered when you register and picked up during registration) along with any white bottoms- shorts, skirt, pants, and shoes of their choice. Contestants may accessorize as they wish.
Judges will be looking for a contestant that is naturally beautiful with lots of personality.
Most Promising Model: Photos will be taken by Wendy Smith on Friday evening. Judges will choose from a series of shots to determine the winner of the Promising Model competition.
Photogenic: You have nothing to submit. Wendy Smith on Friday evening. The judges will choose from these photos. Judges will be looking for facial beauty, photo clarity, and overall appeal. Judges will be looking for a beautiful girl with a great personality. This award is double crowned. One overall winner will be named per division. In addition, a contestant will also be named per grade level.
Prizes
We take pride in offering an amazing prize package. Every contestant will be recognized on stage with at least crown, sash, and trophy. Please join us!