RESOURCE LIBRARY
In progress... new information is added every week
Contents
The library contains "at-a-glance" articles, videos, and links to provide training and tips for Candidates to utilize during your year. The alphabetical index will assure that you have easy access to information on "everything Miss Texas". These contents will continue to evolve and grow in size and categories.
Button Logos at top of Candidate Portal page (each are covered in detail in Index Tabs below):
Index of Library Contents:
The library contains "at-a-glance" articles, videos, and links to provide training and tips for Candidates to utilize during your year. The alphabetical index will assure that you have easy access to information on "everything Miss Texas". These contents will continue to evolve and grow in size and categories.
Button Logos at top of Candidate Portal page (each are covered in detail in Index Tabs below):
- Competition Magazine - You are showcased in pages you design; printed program book debuts pageant week
- Virtual Magazine - Candidates, sponsors, Miss/Teen Winners and Titleholder Alumnae, donors, volunteers are showcased
- Question Box - Great way to reach out for a quick answer, or to voice a concern
- Newsletter - Monthly newsletter bringing current news with the Miss Texas Organization and family
- Social Media opportunity - If you want to be showcased on the Miss Texas social media this is your opportunity
Index of Library Contents:
- Ad Pages
See Competition Magazine tab below
- Badges
See Credentials tab below
- Branding Guidelines
*Branding icon and rules
Branding Rules: Miss America branding (crown, sash, logo, etc.) cannot be used except for specific advertising and branding rights. This includes photos and memes using the brand for anything other than official licensed organizations.
The Miss America crown icon (photo below) is based on the M and A initials. Only licensed local organizations may use this branding.
BRANDING TERMS
Use:
Competition - not Pageant
Candidate/Titleholder - not Contestant
Woman/Women (Miss program) - not Girl/girls
Titleholder/Representative - not Queen(s)
License or Licensee - not Franchise or franchisee
Local Director - not Local Executive Director
Teen Director - not Teen Executive Director
Crown icon - not pictures of crown as a logo
Jill Hall, Miss Allen 2019* - not Miss Allen 2019, Jill Hall
*Important introduction points:
Branding Rules: Miss America branding (crown, sash, logo, etc.) cannot be used except for specific advertising and branding rights. This includes photos and memes using the brand for anything other than official licensed organizations.
The Miss America crown icon (photo below) is based on the M and A initials. Only licensed local organizations may use this branding.
BRANDING TERMS
Use:
Competition - not Pageant
Candidate/Titleholder - not Contestant
Woman/Women (Miss program) - not Girl/girls
Titleholder/Representative - not Queen(s)
License or Licensee - not Franchise or franchisee
Local Director - not Local Executive Director
Teen Director - not Teen Executive Director
Crown icon - not pictures of crown as a logo
Jill Hall, Miss Allen 2019* - not Miss Allen 2019, Jill Hall
*Important introduction points:
- If you are the current titleholder, you never include the year. You only state the year if you are a past titleholder, as this distinguishes you from the current titleholder.
- Unless you are in the community in which you hold your title, you do NOT introduce yourself as "your Miss Allen". Ex: only if you are in the community of Allen can you be "their" titleholder.
- Communication Updates & Newsletters
March 2020 COVID-19 Update August 2020 August Texas Newsletter
March Updates Sept 2020 September Texas Newsletter
Winter Workshop Recap Oct 2020
Chandler's Social Media Challenge Nov 2020
Allie's Social Media Challenge Dec 2020
Teen Reminders & Resources Jan 2021
Miss Reminders & Resources Feb 2021
April 202 April Updates & Announcements March 2021
Miss Texas Newsletter April 2021
May 2020 Miss Texas Newsletter May 2021
June 2020 Miss Texas Newsletter June 2021
July 2020 July Texas Newsletter July 2021 - Miss Texas Recap!
March Updates Sept 2020 September Texas Newsletter
Winter Workshop Recap Oct 2020
Chandler's Social Media Challenge Nov 2020
Allie's Social Media Challenge Dec 2020
Teen Reminders & Resources Jan 2021
Miss Reminders & Resources Feb 2021
April 202 April Updates & Announcements March 2021
Miss Texas Newsletter April 2021
May 2020 Miss Texas Newsletter May 2021
June 2020 Miss Texas Newsletter June 2021
July 2020 July Texas Newsletter July 2021 - Miss Texas Recap!
- Competition Overview/Details
- Competition Magazine
Questions & Answers - look here first
Payment Link Tutorial - will help your sales! Contest: 2/27 through 3/8
- Competition Week Schedule
Schedule will be given at Spring Seminar.
- Crown and Sash (cleaning, tips)
Crown Clips - keeps your crown secure
- Crown Central (also known as Pageant Central)
Crown Central Information Desk
Crown Central is located in the main lobby of the Renaissance Conference Center. Helpful information will be available each day of competition week. The booth will be staffed with a fun group of volunteers to help answer any questions and/or guide you to the correct location.
Typical Hours of Operation:
Saturday, June 19th thru Saturday, June 26th
Daily hours – 9:00am – 5:00pm and Sat, June 26th (last day) - 9:00am – 11:00am
Crown Central is located in the main lobby of the Renaissance Conference Center. Helpful information will be available each day of competition week. The booth will be staffed with a fun group of volunteers to help answer any questions and/or guide you to the correct location.
Typical Hours of Operation:
Saturday, June 19th thru Saturday, June 26th
Daily hours – 9:00am – 5:00pm and Sat, June 26th (last day) - 9:00am – 11:00am
- Credentials (Security Badge)
SECURITY CREDENTIAL (badge):
During competition week there will be times when it is mandatory to have a security badge/credential. They are mandatory to attend events where the Candidates are involved (Talent rehearsals, after-interview meeting, and Visitations after each prelim as a few examples. Each credential will identify the wearer with their name of the local organization, university, or title of the candidate they are supporting. It will also identify the wearers relationship to the candidate (parent, family, director, or friend). This is a nice keepsake.
Orders will be taken before and during the Spring Seminar for a special price of $10. This special form will be included in the Candidate paperwork and a payment button will be on the Candidate portal and here. Starting Monday, April 19th the price will change to the regular price of $15. The deadline is June 1st. While a badge may be purchased during competition week the price will be $25. So order early!
During competition week there will be times when it is mandatory to have a security badge/credential. They are mandatory to attend events where the Candidates are involved (Talent rehearsals, after-interview meeting, and Visitations after each prelim as a few examples. Each credential will identify the wearer with their name of the local organization, university, or title of the candidate they are supporting. It will also identify the wearers relationship to the candidate (parent, family, director, or friend). This is a nice keepsake.
Orders will be taken before and during the Spring Seminar for a special price of $10. This special form will be included in the Candidate paperwork and a payment button will be on the Candidate portal and here. Starting Monday, April 19th the price will change to the regular price of $15. The deadline is June 1st. While a badge may be purchased during competition week the price will be $25. So order early!
- Elevator Speech
Communicating Your Why (Creating your own Elevator Speech)
Known as the "elevator speech", this will help you create your own conversation that you can clearly communicate with others, and help you express your WHY as you are talking with your judges in the interview room. This will also come in handy as you meet with people as you gather your personal ad pages for the Competition Magazine. During this session you will learn how to identify what drives you and clearly communicate it to others.
Coming: visual
Known as the "elevator speech", this will help you create your own conversation that you can clearly communicate with others, and help you express your WHY as you are talking with your judges in the interview room. This will also come in handy as you meet with people as you gather your personal ad pages for the Competition Magazine. During this session you will learn how to identify what drives you and clearly communicate it to others.
Coming: visual
- Events (dates for events for 2021 and 2022)
2021
Spring Seminar - April 16-18 - Reservation form and Hotel info coming soon!
Competition Week - June 20-26 - Hotel link info coming soon!
2022
Winter Workshop - TBA
Spring Seminar - TBA
Competition Week - June 23-July 2
Spring Seminar - April 16-18 - Reservation form and Hotel info coming soon!
Competition Week - June 20-26 - Hotel link info coming soon!
2022
Winter Workshop - TBA
Spring Seminar - TBA
Competition Week - June 23-July 2
- Fitness - see Health & Lifestyle
- Flipcause Payment Link
Any purchases, payments, or donations are paid on our Flipcause Payment method. This assures you a safe, easy way to make payments, and you will immediately be issued an automatic official receipt. This method allows us the ability to verify your payment, and as a safety measure for you, if you lose your receipt, or need a reminder if a specific fee was paid, we can retrieve that information for you.
When you make your payment, you have the option to pay the normal processing fee, or you have the option to pass the fees back on to our organization to pay. As a not-for-profit organization, we certainly appreciate receiving the full payment for your purchase. However, the option is there for you to take advantage of, if you desire.
When you make your payment, you have the option to pay the normal processing fee, or you have the option to pass the fees back on to our organization to pay. As a not-for-profit organization, we certainly appreciate receiving the full payment for your purchase. However, the option is there for you to take advantage of, if you desire.
- Gala (Lone Star Gala event held during pageant week)
The Lone Star Gala is held on the Friday night before the crowning of Miss Texas and Miss Texas' OT (Outstanding Teen). At the Spring Seminar, private ticket orders will be available for candidates, families, and local organizations to purchase tables, and seats where their group can sit together. On the Monday after the Spring Seminar ticket sales are open to everyone else.
- Gift/Flower room
During Miss Texas week supporters will have a place where they can wish their candidates “Good Luck” throughout the week. This is a large room where every candidate will have a specified area for gifts, flowers, and cards to be delivered on her behalf. Every night she will swing by to pick up cards and gifts that have been left for her.
Gift & Flower Room Details:
· Gifts, flowers, and cards are brought to the Gift Room and will need to be checked in at the front table of the gift room. A record tag must accompany the gift. We will have tags available.
· Supporters may drop off the gifts throughout the week prior to Friday, June 25th. After this date, we cannot guarantee their delivery.
· Due to pageant scheduling and activities, it may take up to 24 hours for delivery or pick up of gifts, flowers and cards to get to the candidates; however, normally they are put out every day.
· Gifts, flowers and cards will NOT be accepted at the Eisemann Center or any other location, including the Visitation.
· The gift room is located in one of the ballrooms in the Hotel Conference Center.
· The hours of operation will be posted on the doors each day. The room will be closed during on stage competitions.
Gift & Flower Room Details:
· Gifts, flowers, and cards are brought to the Gift Room and will need to be checked in at the front table of the gift room. A record tag must accompany the gift. We will have tags available.
· Supporters may drop off the gifts throughout the week prior to Friday, June 25th. After this date, we cannot guarantee their delivery.
· Due to pageant scheduling and activities, it may take up to 24 hours for delivery or pick up of gifts, flowers and cards to get to the candidates; however, normally they are put out every day.
· Gifts, flowers and cards will NOT be accepted at the Eisemann Center or any other location, including the Visitation.
· The gift room is located in one of the ballrooms in the Hotel Conference Center.
· The hours of operation will be posted on the doors each day. The room will be closed during on stage competitions.
- Headshots
Headshots are your official photo that is posted on the Miss Texas website, social media sites, etc. It features your head and shoulders. It's important that your headshot looks like you!
- Health & Lifestyle
Health & Lifestyle: There is no longer a Fitness competition category, however, having a healthy lifestyle is highly beneficial.
While the specifics of being scored on the physical attributes in swimsuit is not a part of the competition process, attention should still be focused on Health & Lifestyle as a candidate. Whatever your sentiments are about the swimsuit competition, the fact that it is not a scored competition does not mean that you shouldn’t strive to be fit and exhibit that you have a healthy lifestyle. You will feel better, be better able to handle the strenuous schedule of competition week, your clothes will feel (and fit) better, and won’t it feel GOOD to know that you don’t have to be self-conscious about your body?
Perhaps the most important element is the fact that a healthy, fit body translates the fact that you can do the job, which is not for the faint at heart. You can handle the schedule, have the ability to move the way you need to as you do your job, and have the assurance that when you show up for your appearances you will exude “Miss Texas”. The words “Miss America” carry with it a certain pizzazz and expectation. A fit, healthy body goes hand in hand with the title – whether you’re wearing a swimsuit or not!
While the specifics of being scored on the physical attributes in swimsuit is not a part of the competition process, attention should still be focused on Health & Lifestyle as a candidate. Whatever your sentiments are about the swimsuit competition, the fact that it is not a scored competition does not mean that you shouldn’t strive to be fit and exhibit that you have a healthy lifestyle. You will feel better, be better able to handle the strenuous schedule of competition week, your clothes will feel (and fit) better, and won’t it feel GOOD to know that you don’t have to be self-conscious about your body?
Perhaps the most important element is the fact that a healthy, fit body translates the fact that you can do the job, which is not for the faint at heart. You can handle the schedule, have the ability to move the way you need to as you do your job, and have the assurance that when you show up for your appearances you will exude “Miss Texas”. The words “Miss America” carry with it a certain pizzazz and expectation. A fit, healthy body goes hand in hand with the title – whether you’re wearing a swimsuit or not!
- Hostesses (Lone Star Ladies & Bluebonnets)
The Hostess Committees of the Miss Texas Organization is a unique group of women dedicated to serving our Miss and Teen candidates. These committees spend countless volunteer hours working for our organization.
The members of the Hostess Committees serve without pay. Their reward is the personal involvement, the opportunity to be leaders in the MTO family, and pride in the collective accomplishments of the candidates and committees. Each hostess takes a personal interest in her candidates and genuinely adopt them during competition week. Backstage our hostesses are a huge help. They listen with understanding, guide with knowledge, and help the candidates as they move from one competition area to the next.
The Miss hostesses (Lone Star Ladies) will supervise all candidates at all times as the Miss candidates are sequestered. The Hostess Chairman has the authority to establish and maintain standards of conduct to set rules, and govern relationships between candidates and all those who come in contact with them.
The Teen hostesses (Bluebonnets) will supervise Teen candidates, however, since the Teens are not housed, their parents or directors will sign them in and check them out each day. A strict schedule will be followed and teen candidates must always be on time.
The members of the Hostess Committees serve without pay. Their reward is the personal involvement, the opportunity to be leaders in the MTO family, and pride in the collective accomplishments of the candidates and committees. Each hostess takes a personal interest in her candidates and genuinely adopt them during competition week. Backstage our hostesses are a huge help. They listen with understanding, guide with knowledge, and help the candidates as they move from one competition area to the next.
The Miss hostesses (Lone Star Ladies) will supervise all candidates at all times as the Miss candidates are sequestered. The Hostess Chairman has the authority to establish and maintain standards of conduct to set rules, and govern relationships between candidates and all those who come in contact with them.
The Teen hostesses (Bluebonnets) will supervise Teen candidates, however, since the Teens are not housed, their parents or directors will sign them in and check them out each day. A strict schedule will be followed and teen candidates must always be on time.
- Hotel/Housing
- Job Description/Role Overview (Miss & Teen state winners)
- Judges
Miss and Teen judging panels are usually announced at the Spring Seminar. Judges are NOT to be contacted or friend requested on Facebook. There are 5-7 Judges on each Miss and Teen panel. There is a mix of judging expertise. Some may have judging experience, but there are always a few who are novice judges.
- Mock Interview practice
- Modeling / "The Walk"
- Lone Star Princess program
- MAO/MAOTeen
- Mock Interview Practice - "Do's and Don'ts"
- Modeling - "The Walk"
The WALK!
Your walk is everything because it’s the time the judges and audience get to see your attitude and your personality. Your walk is a time they get to see you as an individual, and not as a group.
Everyone has their own walk. Some girls have more of a “bounce” to their walk, and others who are shorter, smoother, have more rhythm, etc. Take what you have and fine-tune it. Watch yourself on video. You will see what is working and what is not.
Don’t underestimate the importance of the walk! At Spring Seminar, we will have specific training and help for those who want to work on THE WALK!
Your walk is everything because it’s the time the judges and audience get to see your attitude and your personality. Your walk is a time they get to see you as an individual, and not as a group.
Everyone has their own walk. Some girls have more of a “bounce” to their walk, and others who are shorter, smoother, have more rhythm, etc. Take what you have and fine-tune it. Watch yourself on video. You will see what is working and what is not.
Don’t underestimate the importance of the walk! At Spring Seminar, we will have specific training and help for those who want to work on THE WALK!
- Miss Texas Week Schedule
- Newsletter
Miss Texas newsletters come out every month. You can contribute by clicking on this logo located at the top of the candidate portal page:
- On-Stage Question
- People's Choice Contest
The People's Choice contest gives your friends, family, and fans an opportunity to vote for YOU. Votes are $1 and people can vote as many times as they want. Voting begins on June 1st and runs through the last prelim before the final (Thursday, June 24th). The top two candidates with the most votes are automatically in the Semifinals (Top 12).
- Pinnacle Club
The Pinnacle Club is a prestigious group of candidates who take part in selling Ad and Promotion pages in the Miss Texas Competition Magazine. These candidates will be recognized on stage for their Marketing efforts and will receive awards, prizes, and cash scholarships. See details here
- Platform (see Social Impact Initiative)
- Preparation
Emulating the experience!
- Private Interview
- Question Box (or Concern)
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As we move closer to competition the Questions and Answers will be posted here.
Click the link below to see the Form to register your question. You can also find this at the top of the Candidate Portal. Just look for the Question Mark logo at the top. Form Link |
Current questions submitted:
Q - Do we need to resubmit our music information if it’s the same from last year? Including the prop guidelines and the other talent
paperwork due on April 1?
A - No. If everything is the same you are good to go!
paperwork due on April 1?
A - No. If everything is the same you are good to go!
Q - Will contestants have to quarantine before competition week?
A - We will know more as time goes on. Example: our venue will open up as each month passes. Example: March is 25% capacity, and each month it will go up by 25%, so by June 1 they are expecting it at 100% capacity. They have very strict rules, as does the hotel, but they believe that by the end of June things will be back to normal, or very close. Our producer has everything planned where he's planning for distancing on the stage, and masks are worn except when the candidate is on the stage herself. Again, he produces other shows (USA, Miss Universe, other Miss America states), so he is on top of everything. Right now we are planning for masks, even rapid tests, temperature checks, etc. but by the end of June, it will probably be a different scenario. At Spring Seminar we should have a much better idea of what we're looking at.
A - We will know more as time goes on. Example: our venue will open up as each month passes. Example: March is 25% capacity, and each month it will go up by 25%, so by June 1 they are expecting it at 100% capacity. They have very strict rules, as does the hotel, but they believe that by the end of June things will be back to normal, or very close. Our producer has everything planned where he's planning for distancing on the stage, and masks are worn except when the candidate is on the stage herself. Again, he produces other shows (USA, Miss Universe, other Miss America states), so he is on top of everything. Right now we are planning for masks, even rapid tests, temperature checks, etc. but by the end of June, it will probably be a different scenario. At Spring Seminar we should have a much better idea of what we're looking at.
Q - If the People’s Choice winner is among the 10 highest scoring finalists, will an additional candidate be chosen? (Always securing 12 candidates in the finals.)?
A - Yes, this assures that the scored top 10 is represented, plus two People's Choice winners, making a Top 12. If a People's Choice winner is already in the Top 10, this allows the next candidate in line the opportunity to compete as a semi-finalist in the Top 12 on final night.
Q - Will there be a limited number of spectators for prelims and finals night due to COVID?
A - The Eisemann plan is:
March - 25% capacity,
April - 50% capacity,
May = 75% capacity,
June - 100% capacity.
Of course this is their plan, and due to extenuating circumstances this could alter a bit.
Q - What is the deadline to pay for the competition magazine pages?
A - May 1 - deadline for submission of pages
June 1 - deadline for payment
A - May 1 - deadline for submission of pages
June 1 - deadline for payment
Q - How soon can we know JC Productions prices and packages for videos?
A - VIDEO PACKAGES (JC PRODUCTIONS) will be available at the Spring Seminar.
Q - Why are we not selecting competition placement on Saturday night?
A - We are moving to what Miss America does for Miss and Teen (on-line). Also, it allows us the time to finalize who the candidates are who get to select first since the Competition Magazine showcase pages are due by May 1st.
A - We are moving to what Miss America does for Miss and Teen (on-line). Also, it allows us the time to finalize who the candidates are who get to select first since the Competition Magazine showcase pages are due by May 1st.
- Visionary Recognition Brunch
The Visionary Recognition Brunch will be held on Sunday, June 20th at the beginning of Competition Week. It is also Father's Day, so we will be recognizing all the dad's! This is the first event in the week and Candidates and Volunteers will be recognized. The first group of scholarships will be awarded and this is the official kick-off of pageant week. Tickets will go on sale starting May 1st.
- Red Carpet/Evening Wear
- Resume (Judges Resume)
- Roundtable Interview Practice
Roundtable Discussions are a great way to prep for your Private Interview. Most importantly, you need to know yourself and be comfortable sharing your opinions and insight on different topics. Click below for details on hosting and participating in a Roundtable.
ROUNDTABLE DETAILS
ROUNDTABLE DETAILS
- Social Impact Initiative (Platform)
Finding your Social Impact Initiative/Platform - The key is it needs to be something you’re really interested in. Not just something you can “sell’ to the judges. Whatever it is, it should be something that you are really interested in and something you can volunteer for, and something you won’t get tired of. The broader the audience the better, because if it’s too specific, you might have trouble really being able to take it everywhere.
Example: Miss Texas 2010 Ashley Melnick had Autism as her social initiative, but schools wouldn’t allow her to just come and speak on Autism. So she talked to students about her brother and shared how he was different, and gave examples of how we can accept differences in others. She was able to share about Autism, but in a manner that all students could see that even though her brother was different, he still had feelings and wanted to be accepted.
Example: Miss Texas 2010 Ashley Melnick had Autism as her social initiative, but schools wouldn’t allow her to just come and speak on Autism. So she talked to students about her brother and shared how he was different, and gave examples of how we can accept differences in others. She was able to share about Autism, but in a manner that all students could see that even though her brother was different, he still had feelings and wanted to be accepted.
- Social Impact Pitch
- Spring Seminar
Spring Seminar is an event where everything comes together and titleholders report this is when they really start to feel like Miss Texas and Outstanding Teen candidates! All candidates should attend, and we ask that at least one parent attend as well, if possible.
Dates: weekend of April 16th
Registration form is posted on the Candidate Portal (go to Portals tab and click on Candidate Portal - password: Texas2020).
Location: Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel
900 E Lookout Dr, Richardson, TX 75082
special rate: go to EVENTS/NEWS tab for the hotel link
Dates: weekend of April 16th
Registration form is posted on the Candidate Portal (go to Portals tab and click on Candidate Portal - password: Texas2020).
Location: Renaissance Dallas Richardson Hotel
900 E Lookout Dr, Richardson, TX 75082
special rate: go to EVENTS/NEWS tab for the hotel link
- Details coming below
- We ask that each candidate have at least one parent attend
- Sessions will be held for Directors and Parents (Friday night and Saturday)
- State/Local Judges Orientation
- Talent Competition
Talent information (repeating talent, guidelines, etc.)
- Texas Cares For Children, Inc.
Ambassadors
- Virtual Magazine
- Visitation (Meet & Greet)
After each preliminary candidates will be escorted to the hotel ballroom for an opportunity to visit with their delegation. Make sure everyone in your delegation has their security badge. Each candidate will be formally introduced on stage and will be escorted to their group.
This is a time for photos and well wishes and one of the few times candidates will be able to visit and spend time with family and friends.
If a candidate is one of the Prelim Winners she will first be escorted to a VIP Reception where pictures will be taken and she will greet VIP’s. After the reception she will be escorted to the Visitation and will be introduced on stage as a prelim winner for that night.
This is a time for photos and well wishes and one of the few times candidates will be able to visit and spend time with family and friends.
If a candidate is one of the Prelim Winners she will first be escorted to a VIP Reception where pictures will be taken and she will greet VIP’s. After the reception she will be escorted to the Visitation and will be introduced on stage as a prelim winner for that night.
- Wardrobe (Competition and Pageant Week)
- Winter Workshop (Slideshow & Notes)
