Brittany Ann Gordon crowned Cover Model
at 2008 National American Miss
National Pageant at Disneyland
Brittany Gordon of Pomeroy was crowned 2008 National Cover Model at the National All-American Miss pageant at Anaheim, CA. over the Thanksgiving Holiday. She competed with 50 other thirteen- to fifteen- year-old girls and was awarded a crown, sash and a dozen red roses. In addition to being crowned National Cover Girl, Brittany was awarded National Ambassador the first day of the pageant for positively portraying National American Miss in the media. Brittany won this award for getting press coverage for her pageant entry and her service projects over the last three years. Her prizes included a sash, crown, and a trophy. Brittany also won the Spirit of America Award.
Brittany competed in many areas at the Thanksgiving week event
including talent, public speaking, volunteer service, fitness, art and creative
writing, formal wear, interview, and personal introduction on stage. Her
Spokesmodel speech for the public speaking contest was The Importance of
Perseverance. For her talent presentation, Brittany sang "The Last Rose of
Summer."
The six days of competition wasn't all work. The 50 thirteen- to fifteen-year-olds enjoyed a VIP tour of Hollywood with a little window shopping on Rodeo
Drive and a day at Disneyland which included a picnic with the Disney
Characters, (because of rain it was held at Disney Stage 17 in California
Adventure ), a seventies theme party and a Black-tie Thanksgiving Banquet. These
events included the entire family. The National American Miss pageant awarded
over $75,000 in cash, prizes and scholarships at the six levels of the
competition. The winner of each level's queen title was awarded many prizes in
addition to the scholarships including a new 2008 convertible Mustang!
Giving away a new car to the queens was a new addition this year. Brittany has
set her eyes on that car next year, since she will be getting her driver's
license just before next national pageant. Brittany has been involved with
National American Miss since she was nine. According to her father it is not all
about winning titles and prizes, Brittany has learned many skills that will be
useful throughout her life.
"We think she has gained poise and self-confidence that is sadly lacking in
many of today's young ladies. She has also honed her interview and public
speaking skills," said her mother Beverly Adams-Gordon.
The National American Miss Pageant is dedicated to celebrating America's
greatness and encouraging its future leaders. Each year, the pageant awards
thousands in scholarships and prizes to recognize and assist the development of
young women nationwide. All activities are age-appropriate and family-oriented.
No make-up is allowed on girls younger than 13, suggestive movements in talent
routines, or revealing clothing at any event are also not allowed at the
pageant. The winner is selected based on inner beauty, as well as poise,
presentation, and talents. Emphasis is placed on the importance of gaining
self-confidence, learning new skills, learning good attitudes about competition,
and setting and achieving personal goals. All participants are required to
participate in community or volunteer service projects. The pageant seeks to
recognize the accomplishments of each girl while encouraging her to set goals
for the future.
Pictures of Brittany at this year's National Pageant
Pictures of Brittany at this year's State Pageant (coming soon)
