The competition took place at a local high school auditorium (you know the one—brick walls, squeaky stage floor, and that specific smell of floor wax and hairspray).
on the piano, a complex piece that earned her a preliminary talent award. Awards & Recognition 2000 Junior Miss Pageant NC10
Contestants—typically 15 to 18 high school seniors—submitted their high school transcripts and SAT/ACT scores. The scholastic component was weighted heavily; a 4.0 GPA could offset a weaker fitness score. The competition took place at a local high