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Contestant Packet Congratulaons to you and your journey with the HeartShine Foundaon State Pageant 2017! Look forward to an incredible top-er pageant experience that celebrates what makes you uniquely you. At Miss/Mini-Miss California or Nevada, you will gain valuable real-world skills such as public speaking, poise and presentaon, and interview. Along with the weekend of pageant compeon, you can make new friends at the Think Pink Pajama party and enjoy dress rehearsals that will prepare you to present your best self on the finale stage. HeartShine State is a pageant like no other, and we look forward to seeing you showcase your charisma, passion, confidence, leadership, and, of course, HeartShine! HeartShine.net (State Pageant Tab) Username: Sisterhood Password: Shine [email protected] (530) 762-2219 ©HeartShine Producons 2017 Cover Page 0

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Contestant Packet

Congratulations to you and your journey with the HeartShine Foundation State Pageant 2017!

Look forward to an incredible top-tier pageant experience that celebrates what

makes you uniquely you. At Miss/Mini-Miss California or Nevada, you will gain valuable

real-world skills such as public speaking, poise and presentation, and interview. Along with

the weekend of pageant competition, you can make new friends at the Think Pink Pajama

party and enjoy dress rehearsals that will prepare you to present your best self on the finale

stage. HeartShine State is a pageant like no other, and we look forward to seeing you

showcase your charisma, passion, confidence, leadership, and, of course, HeartShine!

HeartShine.net

(State Pageant Tab) Username: Sisterhood

Password: Shine

[email protected]

(530) 762-2219

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The Miss HeartShine State

Pageant will decide the select

few outstanding young

women who will receive some of the most prestigious titles

available. There will be three awarded winners in each age

category, including “Royal” (2nd runner up), “Princess” (1st

runner up), and Queen. These three royal court members will

represent the HeartShine foundation by becoming a role model,

community service advocate, and even promote their own

unique platform. Hundreds of awards will be given throughout

the State Pageant weekend; HeartShine titles stand for some-

thing meaningful. Join this “Pageant With a Purpose” by

becoming an official State Contestant!

Sixth Annual

Miss California HeartShine

Chico Ramada Plaza

Feb. 17th 2016– Feb. 19th 2017

8-25 years of age

4 age categories

HeartShine is focused on nurturing self-confidence for all titleholders. HeartShine Girls celebrate inner-beauty by raising awareness and support for local and national causes on an on-

going basis. We promote volunteerism and community service while demonstration through action our slogan, "Always Let Your Heart Shine Bright!"

Our Mission

State Pageant

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30%

30%

Interview

Personal Introduction

Formal Wear

Community Service Project Participation

This competition will include contestants sitting down with each judge individually. You will need to prepare

and bring with you one of the following: Info Sheet (for Jr/Pre/Teens) or complete a Resume (for Miss). Look

for details in Contestant Packet #2. Your Info Sheet/Resume will be looked at by the Interview panel of

judges, and a "First Impression" score will account for 20% of the overall Interview Score weight. Judged on

ability to communicate, poise and presentation, quality of answers, interview etiquette, and “HeartShine.”

30%

Also known as the Speech competition, Personal Introduction includes a short (two minutes or under for Miss,

60 seconds or under for Jr. Teen, Pre-Teen, and Teen) introduction to let the judges and audience know more

about you. It should be attention-grabbing and true to your own style and personality. You will perform your

Personal Introduction twice in front of a panel of judges; once before your age group begins the interview

process (for the Interview judging panel) and once more during the finale (on-stage with mic). Judged on

public speaking ability, mic etiquette, stage presence, inclusion of contestant’s “platform,” and overall

“HeartShine.”

Formal Wear, also known as On-Stage Presentation, is performed during the finale in the full-length ballgown

of your choice. When making your dress selection, please keep in mind fit, age-appropriateness, length (all

gowns must touch the floor), and the train (sweeps under 6” accepted). Judged on stage presence, elegance and

poise, and “HeartShine.”

Interview (and your

Personal Introduction

performance for the

Interview Judging Panel)

will be completed in your

HeartShine State

Contestant T-Shirt

(required) and black pants/

slacks/skirt.

In the case of a tie, an on-

stage “Improptu Question”

will be added during the

finale.

A Contestant who has

failed to attend all

rehearsals may be marked

down by up to 5 points.

Personal Introductions

need to include the

following information at

minimum:

-Contestant Name

-Contestant’s Hometown

-Contestant’s Platform

Contestant receives full 10% of their overall score by brining one or more new or gently used items (children’s

books, stuffed animals, or blankets) to registration. This is an all-or-nothing score.

10%

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Schedule subject to change. Mini-Miss California/Nevada HeartShine is a pageant for young women ages 10 and under. Mini-Miss is taking place on Friday and Saturday (with crowning ceremony and all competitions on Saturday). It is the little-sister program for the State Pageant. It is mandatory to complete Registration on Friday, Feb. 17th by 7:20pm. Each contestant receives one (1) State Pageant Finale (Sun. 6:30pm) ticket for a parent/guardian. Additional tickets may be purchased though paypal ($5.00 each, [email protected]) or at the door ($7.00, space limited). All Rehearsals are mandatory. No exceptions.

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Optional contests are an amazing and popular way for contestants to showcase a skill or passion - on the big stage! Optional contests are just that (they are optional) and do not attribute into the overall Queen scores that decide who will be Miss California (or Nevada) HeartShine 2017. Optional contests prove to be a fantastic opportunity for young women to shine their brightest at the HeartShine State pageant - both on stage and off.

Talent

Modeling

Photogenic

Community Service Resume

Artist

Talent performances are a favorite among HeartShine girls. There have

been dancers, singers, cake decorators, public speakers, jugglers, and gymnasts perform at HeartShine pageants. Each age category winner

will receive a beautiful jewel-encrusted pink trophy, certificate, and special prize. Overall highest scorer in

talent will receive a satin sash, crown, trophy, and special prize.

Strut your stuff! Modeling is a high-energy fun walk on stage that showcases any outfit of your choosing. Modeling outfits can be funky, showcase a unique hobby or interest of yours, premier your skills as an aspiring model, or just channel your fashion sense show off your modeling mastery! Each age category winner will receive a beautiful jewel-encrusted pink trophy, certificate, and special prize. Overall highest scorer in Modeling will receive a satin sash, crown, trophy, and special prize.

Photos are judged on "HeartShine," first impression, and clarity. Each age category winner will receive a trophy, certificate, and special prize. Overall highest scorer in Photogenic will receive a sash, crown, trophy, and special prize.

This Resume showcases your commitment to service in your community. Each age category winner will receive a trophy, certificate, and special prize. Overall highest scorer in Community Service Resume will receive a sash, crown, trophy, and special prize.

Calling all artists! This Optional competition calls for your unique design and art skills to showcase "What HeartShine Means to You." Each age category winner will receive a trophy, certificate, and special prize. Overall highest scorer in Artist will receive a sash, crown, trophy, and special prize.

“State Pageant” Tabs

Some links on Heartshine.net are protected.

Username: Sisterhood

Password: Shine

http://www.heartshine.net/optional-contests

Don’t miss out on the fun!

Look for entry forms and more in Contestant Packet #2

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Although you may enter any/all Optional contests at Registration, we encourage you to send your optional entry fees in early so we can include you in that contest’s list of competitors.

This ensures a smoother registration process. On-Stage Optionals will be scored during the Preliminary contest. The top 3 performances in Talent and the top 3 performances in Modeling in each age category will be announced and

posted by 4:00 Sunday. Only the top 3 in each On-Stage Optional will perform on the finale stage.

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Any contestant who succeeds in sending in a headshot

(or 3/4 shot) by the deadline in a PDF format to

[email protected] will be automatically entered

into this competition. Winner receives a trophy, certificate, and

becomes the photogenic winner proudly displayed on the cover

of the HeartShine State Pageant 2016 Program Book.

HeartShine Spirit Queens receive a crown, trophy, certificate,

and recognition during the State Pageant finale. They join the

Miss California royal court as an official member. By going out

into the community and representing the HeartShine system,

you could become Spirit Queen by gathering program book

sponsorship. See your hard work come to life in the State

Pageant Program Book with the advertisements and/or good-

luck wishes you garnered. The contestant who raises the most

sponsorship will become the new Miss California HeartShine

Spirit Queen.

If interested in perusing this prestigious title, please contact

headquarters as soon as possible for sponsorship information

and Spirit Queen guidelines.

(530) 762-2219 [email protected]

To enter this fun and free contest, simply bring a photo of

your pet to Pageant Registration on Friday. Photos must be

of your pet(s) and by approximately 8.5”x11.”

Miss Congeniality is voted on by the contestants.

Winner will announced during Finale and receive a

crown, sash, and special awards and recognition.

Pageant Mom and Dads, now is your chance to

shine! This will happen during the finale. The

family member will line up and each have an

opportunity to perform a mini-version of the

following contests: (1.) Answer the question: “Why

my daughter does HeartShine.” (2.) Strike Your

Best Pageant Pose! (3.) Perform a “Stage

Walk” (can be elegant like Formal Wear or silly!)

Winner(s) will receive a large themed gift basket,

free raffle tickets, and recognition.

Selfie Queens let’s show our HeartShine! Through-

out Pageant weekend, every contestant is

encouraged to take group, single, or silly selfies

with #HeartShine. No selfies shared or tagged to

Facebook or other social media prior to Friday

February 17th will be accepted. Listen during

rehearsal on Friday for details on how to share your

selfies in order to quality. Winner(s) will receive

free raffle tickets, special prizes, and recognition.

This recipient of this special award will be an-

nounced during the pageant finale and receive a

trophy, special prize, certificate, and recognition.

This contestant is chosen by directors and staff as

the most enthusiastic, attentive, and helpful during

the weekend’s events. She has demonstrated ex-

ceptional HeartShine spirit, is genuine, and is ex-

cited to participate in the weekend’s activities.

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As a HeartShine State Pageant Contestant, you can represent your hometown or community at local

fairs, festivals, volunteer events, and more! Although it is not required, you may attend a HeartShine

community service event prior to pageant weekend. There, you can meet the current reigning Miss

California queens, other HeartShine titleholders, as well as HeartShine directors or staff. Visiting

Royalty, Community Service Events, Sisterhood workshops, just to name a few, are events you can

attend as a HeartShine girl! If you choose the “Bonus Deposit” option, that means you can wear your

State Finalist ribbon and tiara to the event(s). This is a wonderful way to make friends, gain confi-

dence for the State Pageant, and learn what it truly means to be HeartShine girl. Volunteering is fun

and easy, just follow the instructions below!

Representing your community or hometown as a State Finalist is great for fundraising!

Heart

Shine

Events

facebook.com/HeartShineFoundation/

Visit our Facebook Page Look over the “Events” page Follow Dress Code

Instructions Carefully

RSVP as “Interested”

for the Facebook event

Then select “Going”

Need a dress to borrow?

Contact us to set up an

appointment for the

HeartShine Share Closet

As a State Finalist,

You must also RSVP with

Headquarters

(530) 762-2219

Leave a message

please!

Last step:

Have lots of fun!

Take Pictures!

Overview of Requirements for the New Royal Court

Congratulations on starting your journey to HeartShine’s sixth annual Miss California

pageant. Pageant weekend will consist of the 4 required Overall Areas of Competition, where the

combined scores will determine our new Miss California Royal (2nd runner up), Miss California

Princess (1st runner up), and Miss California Queen, in all four age divisions. The four Miss

California Queens will, throughout their reign, be expected to maintain HeartShine’s code of conduct

which includes good sportsmanship, leadership, maintaining a “clean” social media presence, and

attending regular community and appearance events in title. Regular community involvement for

queens includes at least two HeartShine events per month, every month, until her reign is over and

she crowns her successor at Miss California HeartShine 2018. Most Queens in the HeartShine system

attend much more than two events per month. For Princesses, this minimum requirement changes to

one event per month. Royals have no requirement for service although it is encouraged. Additionally,

Miss California Princesses and Royals are eligible to compete for the chance at a Miss California

Queen title the following if, and only if, they relinquish their state title no later than Jan. 1st 2018.

If you were to be honored with a top 3 title at HeartShine’s State Pageant this year,

you will be given a complete guidebook including expectations, dress code,

and more following shortly after crowning ceremony.

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T-Shirt Order Form

Deadline:

ASAP, or

February 1st

2017

State Pageant

T-Shirts are

REQUIRED

Above is an example of the Miss California T-Shirt from 2016.

You will need the 2017 design (coming soon)

Miss California State Pageant 2017 T-Shirts are required for all

State competitors (ages 8-25). You will wear them for the

Interview (with black pants or skirt) and then again for the

Opening Number during the grand finale on Sunday evening.

If possible, please send us your size as soon as possible so there

is plenty of time for size corrections and delivery.

Many State Pageant contestants choose to wear the 2017 T-Shirt to

registration, rehearsals, or even the Think Pink PJ Party

Paypal payments may include an additional processing fee

Checks payable to: HeartShine

DO NOT SEND CASH IN THE MAIL

You may order more than one if you wish! Sizes are outlined below.

Adult

XS $20

S $20

M $20

L $20

XL $20

XXL $25

XXXL $25

S $20

M $20

L $20

Child

You may avoid the Shipping fee by picking up your shirt from HeartShine

Headquarters in Paradise, CA. Contact us to schedule a pick-up at our

Office.

If you choose to pick up your 2017 T-Shirt during Pageant Registration

(2/17/16) there will be no exchanges.

Shipping fee: +$5.00

Include in your “comments” the contestant’s

name, Shirt size, and shipping address.

Send your $25 T-Shirt

+$5 shipping fee

Checks payable to: HeartShine

6616D Clark Rd. #200

Paradise, CA

95969

[email protected]

Do Not Alter, Embellish, or Decorate Your T-Shirt (until the Pageant is over)

Send your $25 T-Shirt

+$5 shipping fee

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Representative Tiara and banner

Deadline:

ASAP, or

February 1st

2017

State Pageant

Contestant Tiara

and Banner

NOT REQUIRED

Don't have your representative crown and sash? Upgrade to a Bonus Deposit** today!

Many State Pageant contestants choose to wear their State Pageant Contestant Tiara and Banner to

registration, rehearsals, or even the Think Pink PJ Party

You cannot wear your tiara and banner on the finale stage or in the interview room

Paypal payments may include an additional processing fee

Checks payable to: HeartShine

DO NOT SEND CASH IN THE MAIL

*Attending HeartShine events in title is not required to compete at Miss/Mini-Miss California or Nevada, and judges are not aware of participation prior to the pageant weekend.

Representing your community or hometown as a State Finalist is great for

fundraising! For the past three years, all Spirit Queen winners have garnered their

sponsorship support in their State Finalist ribbon and tiara

prior* to pageant weekend.

**If you sent $25 for a Regular Deposit, to upgrade to Bonus Deposit by sending an additional $25. (Bonus Deposit is $50 total!)

As a HeartShine State Pageant Contestant, you can represent your hometown or community at local fairs, fes-

tivals, volunteer events, and more! With “Bonus Deposit” option, that means you can wear your State Finalist

ribbon and tiara to the event(s). This is a wonderful way to make friends, gain confidence for the State

Pageant, and learn what it truly means to be HeartShine girl.

Bonus deposit $50.00

Select Your Top 3 Ribbon Choices Popular choices are hometown name, region, or nickname for the town/county/area you want

to represent from Nevada or California. Examples: Northern California, Chico, Yuba County, Gridley, North San Joaquin, etc.

1. ________________

________________

2. 3. _________________

_________________

_________________

_________________

Send your $50 Bonus Deposit

Checks payable to: HeartShine

6616D Clark Rd. Paradise, CA

95969

Include in “comments” your 3 top choices

[email protected]

Send your $50

Bonus Deposit

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Personal Introduction

Tips and Tricks

Interview Competition Details

“What to Wear”

Deadline Information

Hot Tips:

How to Score up to 20% Higher in

Interview, Guaranteed!

Look forward to….

Submit your full Entry Fee,

UNLOCK your Contestant Packet #2 Deadline: February 1st 2017

to unlock the exclusive content in Contestant Packet #2

prior to pageant weekend

Don’t wait! Start practicing with Contestant Packet #2

Individually, On-Stage Optionals are $50 & Off-Stage Optionals are $35 but with this great deal, you save!

On-Stage

Optional Entries

Off-Stage

Optional Entries

You can enter multiple performances/entries in

the same category (for example, two Talent

performances) with the exception of

Community Service Resume.

Wow! $50 VALUE!

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Bonus Deposit Basic Deposit

Entry Fee

When you make the decision to enter, you can

choose either the Bonus Deposit OR the Basic Deposit.

You may upgrade to a Bonus Deposit at any time.

$50 When you make the decision to enter,

you can choose either the Bonus Deposit

OR the Basic Deposit. You may upgrade to a Bonus

Deposit at any time.

$25

Holds your spot in your age category

All paperwork and competition info

Access to exclusive news

Holds your spot in your age category

Includes your hometown sash and contestant tiara!

Wear your crown and sash right away to promote your

status as a state contestant and draw support from

your local community!

All paperwork and competition info

Access to exclusive news!

Representing your community or hometown as a State

Finalist is great for fundraising!

All are invited to come to a HeartShine Event prior

to pageant weekend to join together for

community service. With the Bonus Deposit, you

can arrive in your contestant sash and tiara!

Entry Fee is the total amount needed to compete at Miss

California HeartShine. Optional Contests, the Required

State Pageant T-Shirt, and hotel accommodations are not

included. Your deposit is not included in this fee.

$149 in 2016

$199 in 2017

Pay in full early and save!

Wednesday

February 1st 2017

Wednesday, February 1st 2017

Last order taken on Feb. 1st 2017 for

pick-up at Registration.

Wednesday

February 1st 2017

Last order taken on Feb. 1st 2017 for

pick-up at Registration.

For T-Shirts picked up at Registration ,

there will be no exchanges.

Send in PDF or JPG format by this date

to be included in the program book and

up for consideration for CoverModel.

Wednesday

February 1st 2017

Contestants who are attempting to win the prestigious Spirit Queen award must send in all Advertisements/Good Luck Wishes

for the program book in the correct format. Sponsorship information and Spirit Queen guidelines given by request.

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