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Contestant
Packet
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Table of Contents:
Important Dates
Letter to Contestants
Paperwork Checklist
Forms for Judges:
(Fact Sheet, Critical Issues Form, Platform Questions/Answers)
Miscellaneous Forms
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Dates to Remember:
Interest Meeting: Thurs., Sep. 5, 2 p.m. in Humanities 205
Paperwork Deadline: Fri., Sep. 20, 3 p.m.
Miss ICC Pageant: Tues., Sep. 24, 7 p.m.
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Dear Contestant,
Congratulations on your decision to participate in the Miss ICC Scholarship
Pageant! I am really looking forward to working with you. I am confident
that you will not only enjoy your experience, but that you will also gain a
lot of valuable skills by competing in the Miss America Scholarship
Program. If there is anything I can do to help you, please just ask!
Please use this manual to ensure that you turn in all of the required
paperwork to participate in the pageant. Everything must be turned in to my
office (Humanities 214), which is located on the second floor of the
Humanities building, by the September 20th deadline at 3:00pm.
Each attached from should be completed in its entirety. Neatness and
professionalism is encouraged. All items should be placed in a large manila
envelope in the order of the Participant Manual Checklist listed on the
second page of this manual. Please do not fold any of the attached forms.
All items on this list must be submitted by September 20, 2013 or you will
not be permitted to enter the Miss ICC Scholarship Pageant.
If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Smith at 862-8153,
[email protected]
Thank you,
Lauren Smith
Assistant Director, Miss Itawamba Community College
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Paperwork
Checklist
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Paperwork Checklist
__________Print Ready Fact Sheet (Hard Copy)
__________E-mailed Fact Sheet (Digital Copy)
__________Print Ready Critical Issues Sheet (Hard Copy)
__________E-mailed Critical Issues Sheet (Digital Copy)
__________Signed and notarized Contestant Contract
__________Photography Commitment Contract (signed and turned in before pictures)
__________Completed Winner’s Form
__________Completed Wardrobe Questionnaire
__________Completed Introduction Form
__________Completed Community Service Form
__________Talent CD or Monologue Script (Due by talent rehearsal—September 17th)
__________Birth Certificate (Certified Copy)
__________ICC Transcript & Tentative Spring Class Schedule
_________CMN Qualification Report (Must raise $100 before the pageant or you cannot compete)
All documents/materials (except Talent CD and photography
commitment contract which will already have been turned in) Must be
submitted to Ms. Smith by September 20, 2013 @ 3 p.m.
Please put all requested items in the above order in an unsealed
manila envelope. Please do not fold the documents.
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Contestant
Contract
Read Very Carefully!!!
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REQUIREMENTS FOR MISS ICC CONTESTANTS
STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
The Miss ICC Pageant is organized as a nonprofit college event that strives to fulfill the following purposes:
1. The provision of scholarship funds.
2. The representation, with integrity and charm, of Itawamba Community College throughout the course of the reign of Miss ICC.
3. The promotion of ICC for recruiting students and representing the College.
4. The development of character in individuals involved in the Miss Itawamba Community College Program.
If the crowned contestant fails to represent ICC to the best of her ability, upholding each contractual obligation outlined below, the crown
and title will be decimated by the Itawamba Community College Appeals Committee. This action will be final and supported by the College
Administration.
DEFINITION OF RELATIONSHIP
1. Miss ICC must realize and recognize the fact that for the year (equivalent to the period of time extending from the 2014 to 2015 Miss ICC
Pageant) of her reign she will and must be Miss ICC at all times.
a. She must abide by all rules and regulations of the Miss Mississippi and Miss America
Scholarship Pageants.
b. Miss ICC is expected to always conduct herself with the utmost respect and integrity.
c. Miss ICC is, in a way, a celebrity, a name, and a public servant and is to conduct
herself in such manner.
d. Underage drinking or involvement in activities where underage drinking is taking
place is strictly prohibited.
e. Use of any illicit substance or involvement in any activities where use of illicit
substances is taking place is strictly prohibited.
e. FaceBook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts must be turned to PRIVATE during her reign and
director must have access to contestant’s social media accounts.
f. Miss ICC must agree to sell at least ten ads for the Miss Mississippi Organization.
g. Miss ICC must agree to not work another job during the ten days prior to the Miss Mississippi
Pageant.
h. Miss ICC must get permission from the Pageant Director before she registers for summer
school.
i. She must maintain immaculate personal grooming whether on campus, going
shopping, or on any personal errands.
2. The Miss ICC Pageant, through the Pageant Director, has absolute management control of Miss ICC for the entire year of her reign. This
statement includes all complimentary appearances, on and off campus activities as Miss ICC, parties and/or anything concerning her
whereabouts which may include an introduction as Miss ICC. All appearances as Miss ICC must be approved by the Director. This
includes but is not limited to television interviews, commercials, meetings, appearances, etc. Outside parties to the Miss ICC Pageant
Director and Committee are strictly prohibited from assisting Miss ICC throughout her year of reign as she makes decisions that affect her
competition or the College.
Miss ICC must adhere to the sole guidance of the talent coach, wardrobe consultants, interview coach, physical fitness training,
and all other pageant consulting contracts as prescribed by the Pageant Director.
Miss ICC must fully understand that she (or her family/support system) is not to purchase/charge anything to Itawamba
Community College or to any member of the Miss ICC Committee in preparation for the Miss MS pageant, this includes the
ICC Bookstore. Miss ICC must receive full approval of her competition wardrobe and talent selection. This includes, but is not
limited to, talent selection, talent costume, evening gown, swimsuit, interview suit, coming and going outfits, and all accessories
needed for the Miss Mississippi Pageant and appearances.
Miss ICC must agree to refer all appearance requests to the Pageant Director for approval before agreeing to the appearance.
This includes but is not limited to, television interviews, television commercials, public meetings, school sanctioned meetings, etc.
3. Management coordination is most important to insure efficient representation. To ensure this, Miss ICC in a harmonious manner will:
Promptly respond to all requests made by the Pageant Director.
Meet all deadlines set by the Pageant Director and the State Organization.
Meet with the Director weekly during her reign as Miss ICC.
Refer all appearance requests to the Pageant Director.
Refer all press, radio, or TV requests to the Pageant Director.
Honor and fulfill all approved appearances scheduled by the Pageant Director.
Maintain an up to date calendar in the Office of Miss ICC with all personal commitments, class schedules, work schedules, etc.
Properly prepare herself to adequately and successfully meet the requirements of approved appearances and the Miss MS competition.
Agree to attend the Miss ICC Director’s Briefing (TBA), Miss Mississippi Orientation Seminar (TBA),
and the Miss Mississippi Pageant (TBA).
Miss ICC, along with her parent/s or legal guardian, must attend Contestant Orientation and be responsible for
transportation to, during, and home from this trip.
Miss ICC, along with her parent/s or legal guardian, must meet with the Pageant Director within one week of crowning.
The person who attends these events must be a legal guardian.
THE MISS ICC PAGEANT DIRECTOR WILL:
1. Confirm all appearances and requirements pertaining thereto.
2. Ascertain that all prizes, scholarships and gifts are presented to Miss ICC.
3. Screen all appearance requests and protect Miss ICC from undesirable appearances.
4. Maintain Miss ICC’s calendar of appearances and notify her with adequate notice of each appearance.
5. Provide for adequate training, coaching, rehearsal, etc., for the role of Miss ICC.
6. Arrange for and execute all press coverage for all appearances.
7. Assist in the provision and approval of an ample wardrobe for all appearances as well as for competition at the Miss Mississippi
Pageant. The Miss ICC Scholarship funds will be provided to assist with the financial burden of all purchases including supplies,
wardrobe, consulting and photography.
8. Assist in the preparation of all Miss Mississippi required documentation.
9. Maintain a checklist for all Miss Mississippi requirements to ensure that all deadlines are adhered to.
MISS ICC WILL:
1. Provide her own wardrobe/photography/consulting requirements over and above those that may be provided by scholarship funds.
2. Maintain her wardrobe in a cleaned and pressed condition.
3. Maintain her body as to be free from any visible tattoos and body piercing (except ears) and to maintain immaculate personal
fitness and nutrition.
4. Agree to conduct herself in an upstanding manner throughout her reign, as to make ICC proud to have her named Miss ICC 2014.
5. Agree that her services are extraordinary and unique and there is no adequate remedy at law for a breach of this agreement, and in the
event of such a breach or attempted or threatened breach, the Miss ICC Pageant will be entitled to equitable relief by terminating her
right to the title of Miss ICC. Removal of title/crown will be handled through the Office of Student Services Appeals Committee.
6. Maintain a minimum cumulative and semester grade point average of 2.5 and full-time status throughout the Miss ICC reign.
7. It is further understood that, should a breach in this agreement be executed by the reigning Miss ICC and/or willful disregard to the
rules and regulations set forth by the Miss ICC Pageant, all claims to unused prizes, scholarships, and awards will revert to the
Miss ICC Pageant and the first runner-up may be declared her successor in such an event.
Attorney Review of Application and Contract:
I have been given a sufficient opportunity to review this contract. I have also had the opportunity to consult with an attorney
of my own choosing to give me legal advice with regard to this document.
_____I have consulted an attorney about this Application and Contract.
_____I have decided that I do not need to consult an attorney about this Application and Contract.
I understand that this contract is a legal document and that if I sign and submit it to the Miss Itawamba Community College Organization
and it is accepted, it will create legal obligations that will be binding on me. By signing this contract I understand that I am agreeing to be
bound by this contract.
I, _________________________________, a Miss ICC contestant, have read the contents of the above listed agreement and understand
all conditions, rules and regulations set forth by the Miss ICC Pageant, and further commit to abide by these rules both as a contestant and in
the event I should win the title of Miss ICC. I further understand, if I do not uphold the rules and regulations of the Miss ICC Title
explained in this contract my crown and title will be revoked, an action that will be final and upheld by the Itawamba Community College,
Office of Student Services, Appeals Committee.
________________________________________
Signature of Contestant
____________________________________
Date
________________________________________
Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian
____________________________________
Date
_______________________________________
Notary Public
____________________________________
Date
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Contestant
Forms for judges
The following forms are TEMPLATES
Of the fact sheet and critical issues
sheets that must be turned in (in both
electronic and hard copy format) by
the September 20th paperwork deadline.
These forms (along with your
Headshot) are the only documents
the judges will see.
The Remainder of the paperwork is
for director’s files only.
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Fact Sheet Template: (Your sheet should follow this format)
Contestant Fact Sheet
Name: ______________________________________________________________
Local Title: ___________________________
Hometown: ____________________________Date of Birth:___________________
Platform Issue:
__________________________________________________
Talent:
__________________________________________________
Education:
___________________________________________________
Scholastic/Career Ambition:
Scholastic Honors:
Leadership Roles:
Accomplishments:
Interesting Facts:
Employment:
Marketing Plan: This is asking how would you partner with the Miss America Organization (as well as your own
platform) to develop a unique marketing plan?
Legacy: This is asking what you would like to leave behind as your legacy after your year of service as
Miss Mississippi.
Why I should be Miss Mississippi 2014:
Critical Issues Template: (Your sheet should follow this format)
CONTESTANT NAME
Insert Name Here____________________________
LOCAL TITLE
Miss Itawamba Community College_________
PLATFORM ISSUE
Insert Platform Issue Here
1.
Clearly define the platform issue, to which you are sincerely committed, have been personally involved with and for which
you will be an activist during your year of service.
Insert Answer Here in single-spaced 12 Point Times New Roman Font. Remember this document can only be one-page in length.
2.
What are your most significant accomplishments to date concerning your platform issue, including your involvement in
non-profit or other related organizations on a nation, state and/or local level?
Insert Answer Here in single-spaced 12 Point Times New Roman Font. Remember this document can only be one-page in length.
3.
Specifically, what do you wish to accomplish during your year of service and which major non-profits, corporations or
other organizations would you like to partner with as an activist for your platform on a statewide level?
Insert Answer Here in single-spaced 12 Point Times New Roman Font. Remember this document can only be one-page in length.
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Miscellaneous
Forms
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Photography Commitment Contract
I _______________________, will have my picture made at the ICON
(print name)
portrait studio in Fulton, MS on:
(CHECK THE BOX THAT APPLIES)
______________________________
Contestant’s Signature
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Miss MS Winner’s Form
CONTESTANT INFORMATION
Title: Miss Itawamba Community College
Name:______________________________________
Social Security Number:_______________ E-Mail Address:______________________________
Home Address:____________________________, City:__________, State:_____Zip:__________
School Address:___________________________, City:__________, State:_____Zip:__________
Cell Phone #:_____________ Home Phone #:____________ School Phone #:________________
PARENT INFORMATION
Parent’s Names:___________________________________________________________________
Parent’s Address:__________________________, City:__________, State:_____Zip:__________
Mom’s E-Mail:______________________________ Mom’s Fax #:_________________________
Mom’s Work Phone #:________________________ Mom’s Cell Phone #___________________
WHY DO YOU WANT TO BE MISS ICC? ___________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________
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Wardrobe Questionnaire
Please tell us your sizes in Misses clothing.
Dress:
Suit:
Shoes:
Slacks:
Knit Top:
Knit Bottom:
Head Size:
Exercise Suit:
Panty Hose:
Blouse Size:
T-Shirt Size:
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Please tell us your sizes in Juniors clothing.
Dress:
Suit:
Shoes:
Slacks:
Knit Top:
Knit Bottom:
Head Size:
Exercise Suit:
Panty Hose:
Blouse Size:
T-Shirt Size:
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Please tell us your measurements:
Height:
Weight:
Bra Size:
Cup Size:
Full Bust:
Waist Size:
Full Hip:
Thigh:
Inseam:
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Introductions Form
Information for Swimsuit Introduction:
Name _______________________________ Age:_________
Major________________________________________________________________________
Parents’ names_________________________________________________________________
Parents’ city and state ___________________________________________________________
Platform______________________________________________________________________
Information for Talent Introduction
Circle One: vocal
piano
dance dramatic monologue other____________
Talent Introduction:_____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Information for Evening Gown Introduction:
Hair Color_____________________________ Eye Color________________________
Activities/Hobbies______________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Campus Involvement____________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Future Plans___________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Feel free to attach more paper if needed.
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Community Service Questionnaire
List the total number of community service projects
you have worked on in your lifetime.
List the total number of different groups, charities, etc.,
you have worked with in your lifetime.
______________________
_______________ ________________
_______________ ________________
_______________ ________________
List the total number of people who have benefited from
your involvement with these organizations.
______________________
List the total number of hours you have spent working
on community service projects in your lifetime.
______________________
List the total number of dollars estimated you were
directly responsible for raising through your community
service involvement.
______________________
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