[ORLANDO, FL] September 2, 2025 – The Miss America Organization is thrilled to recognize the exceptional delegates who excelled in the 2026 Miss America’s Teen Preliminary Competition. Held at the Walt Disney Theater in the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, the event celebrated poise, talent, and a commitment to community impact.
Delegates showcased their skills in extemporaneous speaking, inspired audiences with confidence and grace, and demonstrated dedication to health and wellness.
The Preliminary Panel of Judges included Brianne Boles-Marshall, Gisella Fu-Ripp, Felita Harris, Sarah Moser, Josh Ott, and Johnny Townsend. The Miss America Organization thanks them for bringing their unique professional expertise and a shared dedication to inspiring the next generation of female leaders.
Their collective expertise will help identify the young woman who will carry forward the legacy of Miss America’s Teen as a role model and ambassador for the organization’s mission of empowering women to lead.
Looking ahead, our teen delegates will compete in the Miss America’s Teen Talent Preliminary Competition on Thursday, September 4, at 5:30 PM, with the Miss America’s Teen Final taking place on Saturday, September 6 at 7:00 PM.
OFFICIALLY HER PRELIMINARY EVENING GOWN AWARDS
The Officially HER Preliminary Evening Gown Awards celebrate delegates for their distinctive red carpet style. The winners of this award each received a $1,500 scholarship.
Congratulations to the following delegates:
Miss Mississippi’s Teen: Avery McNair
Miss California’s Teen: Jasmine Wu
Miss Pennsylvania’s Teen: Lynzi Allen
REBEL PRELIMINARY FITNESS AWARDS
The Rebel Preliminary Fitness Awards recognize delegates for their dedication to championing health and fitness. The winners of this award each received a $1,500 scholarship.
Congratulations to the following delegates:
Miss New Jersey’s Teen: Delaney Higgins
Miss North Dakota’s Teen: Rita Johnson
Miss Ohio’s Teen: Ali Payton
TEENS IN ACTION SEMI-FINALISTS
Applicants for the Teens in Action Scholarship Award were reviewed by a distinguished panel of professionals with extensive experience in philanthropy, community service leadership, and civic engagement: Mrs. Lora Drasner, Ms. Danielle Garno, Mr. Steven Knobel, Ms. Missy Pool, and Ms. Audrey Brown. Their collective expertise ensured a thoughtful and rigorous evaluation of each delegate’s impact, innovation, and personal commitment to service. The Miss America Organization is deeply grateful for their dedication to celebrating the next generation of changemakers.
The following delegates have been named semi-finalists for the Teens in Action Award. The winner, who will receive a $3,000 scholarship, along with the runners-up (1st Runner-Up: $2,000; 2nd Runner-Up: $1,000), will be announced at the Miss America’s Teen Final on Saturday, September 6, streaming exclusively on PageantVision.com.
Congratulations to the following delegates:
Miss California’s Teen: Jasmine Wu
Miss Alaska’s Teen: Sara DeVolld
Miss Wisconsin’s Teen: Natalie Popp
Miss Florida’s Teen: Noelle Schnacky
Miss Iowa’s Teen: Fiona Treiber
Miss South Carolina’s Teen: Tess Ferm
Miss Arkansas’ Teen: Amelia Lisowe
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