Miss America's Outstanding Teen

The People who brought you MAOT's Princess Program are hosting the PAGEANT PREP EXPO

Crowning Around Productions is presenting a Pageant Preparation Expo at the Crown Plaza Hotel in King of Prussia, PA. The event will begin at 11am and conclude at 4pm. Ticket prices have been reduced from $50 to $30 until October 15^th. Cost at the door is $75.

The Pageant Prep Expo will have available to ticketholders:

Access to featured photographers: Barry Morgenstein, Sam T'ang, and Ted West
Keynote presentation by Don Baker
Access to private interview coaching with Don Baker
Finding the perfect gown with Regalia
Finding the perfect gown, interview outfit or swimsuit with The Bridal Suites of Johnstown, and The Red Carpet Prom
Talent coaches: Timm Triple-Threat Talent
Vocal Coach: Kate Wilson Cohen
Image Consultant: Chisolm
Make-up experts
Dental Experts
Fitness Experts

K.and much more!

This is a great opportunity to have one location where so much will be available to help you prepare for your local or state title; for more information and to download a registration form visit www.crowningaroundbyautumn.com. This promises to be a fun and unique event!!

In an effort to raise awareness the Miss America's Outstanding Teens are going green! The initiative began in Orlando at the national competition as they partnered with their host hotel, The Rosen Centre, in their initial efforts to support the environment. The hotel offers Rosen Green Meetings® which are events which are conducted in specific ways which help reduce the environmental burdens imposed by such activities.

Rosen Hotels & Resorts have applied environmentally friendly methods to manage waste, energy use, water conservation, and clean air practice and promotion. MAOT was excited to participate and do their part by having recycling bins in public areas at all rehearsals and events and cutting down on electric throughout the week. Even the queens can go green, conserving energy by sharing portable electronic devises, hair dryers, curling irons and unplugging any appliances that are not in use.

Rehearsals and preliminary competitions were held each night at the Orlando Convention Center.

The Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) is not only known for being the second largest convention center in the nation, but it is also becoming nationally-recognized for its green initiatives. The OCCC exemplifies its commitment to environmental stewardship through ongoing projects and consistent review of its facilities and processes. MAOT continued its dedication and commitment to green programs working with the OCCC to follow their best practices on green initiatives.

The executive and production team received chipboard recycled 3-ring binders to use through out the week. The MAOT organization will continue their commitment to the environment with using Rebinders eco-friendly green office products. The executive team will continue to reach out and partner with sponsors and companies that bring green friendly products and ideas to the organization.

As the teens return to their hometowns and represent their states as leaders and role models they will be challenged to continue their efforts in supporting this social cause and adapting this eco friendly lifestyle anyway they can and knowing the importance of "The Power of One that everyone can make a difference and at any age.

The girls will be asked to keep track and promote their efforts in hopes that it can lead to something much bigger. Following in the footsteps of former winner, Caitlin Brunell, who has done her part in going green by starting her own recycling charity called Caitlin's Closet, MAOTeen's are encouraged to get creative!

Some suggested best practices and green "tips" that the girls will be encouraged to implement:

CARPOOL! As a teen it is exciting to be waiting in line to be the next to get a driver's license, but in the mean time ride with your friends! Leaving your car at home just 2 days a week will save 1,590 lbs. of greenhouse gas emissions each year.

Tupperware- Taking Tupperware products whenever possible, to lunch, classes or afterschool events will help cut down on paper bags and disposable plastic containers at the schools each day.

School Supplies- Using recyclable office supply products where possible from binders, folders, CD sleeves, journals and even paper and presentation materials and print double sided where possible!

Shop Green- Shop green and wear green, many clothing companies offer bamboo alternatives. When you do shop, "BYB" Bring your own Bag!! Most grocery stores offer reusable bags that you can bring back.

Energy Saving- Being females there is always an electric devise in use, unplug anything that is not in use at all times and keep the lights off when you don't need them

	Take Showers, not a bath A 10-minute shower can use less water than a full bath. A new showerhead also will save energy - up to $145 each year on electricity.
	Get into Gardening! Help mom and dad or get into gardening yourself. Trees absorb carbon dioxide- as much as a ton over the lifetime of the tree. Trees also provide shade, which can reduce heating bills and cut back on energy.

Recycle and Reuse- Back to basics, keep up and recycle anything, bottles, magazines, shampoo, cleaning products. And when you have the option of paper or not, don't! When heading off to college or living on your own, as much as it might be easier no paper products, use the real thing.

Check out the Miss America's Outstanding Teen Store for sale items this October!

Most items will only be on sale this month so hurry up and order your favorite merchandise!

Go to http://www.maoteenstore.com

Photos of the 52 Miss America's Outstanding Teen Contestants wearing the gorgeous gowns provided by Tony Bowls are now on sale!

Go to http://maot.printroom.com/ViewGallery.asp
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The Miss America's Outstanding Teen Website is getting a new look!

Let us know what you think! Go to www.MAOTeen.org.

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