The 2002 Miss Raleigh Scholarship Pageant presents

“Let’s Get Loud”

Misty Clymer

Miss Raleigh 2001

February 2, 2002 Wakefield High School

Sponsored by

Welcome to The 2002 Miss Raleigh Scholarship Pageant

The Board of Directors of the 2002 Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Association extends a warm welcome and thanks you for attending the 2002 Miss Raleigh Scholarship Pageant, "Let's Get Loud!" Tonight we are fortunate to have fourteen talented and intelligent young women from across North Carolina competing for the title of Miss Raleigh 2002. The Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Association believes in the mission, goals, and ideals of the Miss America Scholarship Program, a non-profit community based organization that is dedicated to providing young women with the opportunity for higher education, a platform for community service, and a forum to express their talents. Again, our board is delighted to have you with us this evening. So sit back and enjoy "Let's Get Loud!" Sincerely, The 2002 Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Association

2002 Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Association Candace Covington Olander ................................................ Co-Executive Director Lisa Bowman Shields.......................................................... Co-Executive Director Melissa Grant............................................................ Production Committee Chair Jennifer Payne Pogatchnik ................................................ Judges Committee Chair Kristi Davis ......................................................................Ticket Committee Chair Benjamin Butler ............................................................ Program Committee Chair

When I moved to Raleigh a year and a half ago, I never imagined how quickly it would become home. I became comfortable with my job, made good friends and even knew my way around the beltline! Loving the weather, people and convenience to the beach, I didn’t think it could get any better then this! But it did! I was the chosen one to represent our capitol and now, my hometown, of Raleigh…what an honor! I had such an amazing year and I will never forget it… from singing in the mall, to judging the famous “Pageant” theatre performance at Theatre in the Park! I would be lying if I said it was a typical “Year of Service!” I have met so many giving and caring people this year and they deserve to know how much they are appreciated! Mr. Larry Stewart and Tricia Conrad- Belk’s Sponsor-I have always felt like I looked my very best for every appearance! Your generosity was beyond belief. Thank you! Larry Stewart and Misty Clymer Raleigh- Thank you so much for being a wonderful Carolina Princess, you were terrific! I couldn’t have asked for a sweeter (or better named) Princess! To the entire Miss Raleigh Board- Thank you for everything you do! Without generous people like you our organization would not exist, and so many young women would not have the opportunity to be a part of such a rewarding experience; you are all awesome! Melissa- Thank you for your motivation at the gym and all the help with music throughout the year! You have grace and style like no other; you go girl!! Lisa- No more forgetting my crown, or long afternoons with children and no restrooms! I know you will miss me! When I become famous, I will still remember you, don’t you worry!!! You have been a trip this year and I have enjoyed every minute spent with you! Candace- What can I say?? You are the older sister I never had. Your guidance and friendship means so much to me. I am so happy to have met you and I know that we will be friends forever! Mom, Dad and Ronnie- Thank you for being my traveling support team! I am so happy that we are close now. There is nothing like having family around! Your love and support have made me into the confident woman that I am today and I owe everything to you!! Thank you, I love you! Dave- Are you tired of all this yet? I know that 5 years (maybe 6??) of pageants is a long time…you are so patient! Thank you for always wanting the best for me. I love you with all my heart! To the new Miss Raleigh- Enjoy every minute of your year, time really does go by so quickly. Best wishes for you at Miss North Carolina this year.

Master of Ceremonies Steve Daniels

Steven Daniels joined ABC 11 Eyewitness News in June 1999 as co-anchor of the station’s 5:30pm and 11:00pm newscast. Before coming to WTVD, Steve was a Correspondent for “Dateline NBC”. Steve traveled the country and the world interviewing newsmakers and reporting stories for the national newsmagazine program. Steve also appeared on the “Today” show, “NBC Nightly News”, MSNBC and CNBC. Prior to that, Steve was the weekday 5 and 5:30pm anchor and Senior Investigative Reporter for WTVJ in Miami. While in Miami, Steve was honored with seven Emmys and several other national awards for outstanding investigative reporting. Steve is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism. Steve is a volunteer board member with the American Lung Association

and donates his time to numerous community charities and organizations. He lives in Cary with his wife and two children.

Guest Entertainers

Kayla Martin

2002 Carolina Princess Renée Cadzow

Special Entertainer

The 2002 Miss Raleigh Scholarship Pageant “Let’s Get Loud!”

Overture

Opening Number..................................................................................................“Let’s Get Loud!” Miss Raleigh 2001, Misty Clymer North Carolina Dance Institute Dancers Choreographer: Kirstie Tice

Introduction of Contestants

Welcome......................................................................................................................Steve Daniels Master of Ceremonies

Introduction of Judges

Special Entertainment..................................................................................“Waiting for Tonight” Miss Raleigh 2001, Misty Clymer

Talent Competition

Intermission

Introduction of Visiting Representatives

Special Entertainment............................................................................................ “Come on Over” Miss Raleigh 2001, Misty Clymer North Carolina Dance Institute Dancers Choreographer: Duffy Johnson

Physical Fitness in Swimsuit

Special Entertainment...................................................................................“What a Girl Wants” Renee Cadzow Choreographer: Matthew-Jason Willis

Introduction of Sponsors

Special Entertainment......................................................................................................... “Reach” 2002 Carolina Princess, Kayla Martin

On-Stage Personality in Evening Gown

Special Entertainment.........................................................................................................“Conga” Renee Cadzow Choreographer: Matthew-Jason Willis

Special Entertainment............................................................................................... “Turn to You” Miss Raleigh 2001, Misty Clymer

Presentation of Awards

Crowning of Miss Raleigh 2002

The 2002 Miss Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Distinguished Panel of Judges

Jeffrey G. Simmons, Chief Judge Mr. Simmons is a native of Fayetteville and graduated from Cape Fear H.S. He holds double Masters Degrees from East Carolina University and has resided in Richmond, VA for the past ten years. He is currently employed as Brach Supervisor of Genex Services Managed Care and he serves as an Expert Witness providing legal testimony in medical malpractice and personal injury cases throughout the country. In addition, he is owner and President of Simply Eleganz Floral Gallery and Gifts in Glen Allen, VA. Mr. Simmons has been affiliated with the Miss America Pageant Association since 1993 and in 1999 earned Chief Judge status for local preliminaries. He has judged numerous pageants abroad. Mr. Simmons serves on various Professional Boards within his community and supports various local civic events. In his spare time Mr. Simmons

enjoys travel and serving as a motivational speaker for disadvantaged groups. He is scheduled to begin pursuing his Ph. D in Healthcare Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University in the fall of this year.

Sharon Delaney NBC 17 News Anchor Sharon Delaney is an Emmy Award winning journalist who’s the daughter of Irish immigrants. Born in East Africa, Sharon and her family eventually ended up in the United States living in New York and Florida. She graduated from the “New World School of the Arts” in Miami and Florida State University with a degree in communications. Before beginning her television career, Sharon traveled around the world as a performer with the Department of Defense’s U.S.O. program. She got involved with the U.S.O. program while competing at Miss Florida. As Miss Tallahassee and Miss Florida State University, Sharon made it to top ten both times, winning swimsuit and placing 3rd runner up to Leanza Cornett, who went on to become Miss America. Before competing in the Miss America system,

Sharon participated in America’s Junior Miss representing the state of Florida. Sharon continues to work with both programs serving as emcee and judge at the local and state level. As a journalist, Sharon has worked at stations in Louisiana, Florida and North Carolina covering everything from the Persian Gulf War to the Super Bowl to numerous hurricanes. She was fortunate enough to be chosen to carry the Olympic Torch this year’s Winter Games in Salt Lake City. Sharon and her husband Mike are delighted to be living in the Triangle. They’re expecting their first child in early April.

James Oscar Cuthbertson, Jr. Mr. Cuthbertson is a disability services coordinator, reading language specialist and learning resource coordinator at Johnson C. Smith University where he coaches the Golden Bull’s men’s and women’s tennis teams. He has been published nationally in Essence and the Shore Poetry Anthology. He holds a BA degree in History from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and a MA in Journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He has done further work at How ard University, Galludet University and the University of Massachusetts at Boston. He is a member of the Charlotte Alumni Chapter of Kappa Psi Fraternity, Inc. and a former executive director and founder of the now canceled Miss UNC Charlotte 49er Scholarship Pageant that was a part of the Miss America system. He was named Men’s coach of the

Year in CIAA conference in 1999 and 2000. He has led his men’s team to CIAA championships in 1999, 2000 and 2001.

The 2002 Miss Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Distinguished Panel of Judges

Darwin “Dale” Bradshaw Mr. Bradshaw is a graduate of Old Dominion University and the St. Louis Observatory of Music with degrees in Business Administration, Mass Communications and a minor in Piano performance. Mr. Bradshaw has over 17 years of pageant experience in judging, preparation and coaching fields. Mr. Bradshaw serves on the State Board of the Miss Maryland Scholarship Organization, a preliminary to Miss America, and was elected to serve as Business manager for all contractual bookings for the reigning Miss Maryland. He is also the Administrative Vice President for this organization, developing the marketing strategies in the local ground root communities. His judging experience covers numerous children, teen and Miss pageant systems from the local to national level throughout the U.S. and abroad. His pageant motivational workshop

“The Cinderella H.O.P.E.” (Helping Others Pursue Excellence) has won national acclaim. Mr. Bradshaw is currently President of Image Net, Inc. a national speaker’s bureau devoted to marketing, training and promoting speakers and programs for the image, fashion and beauty industries. He is also president of the Image Design Institute financial group. His greatest challenge in life is to be a motivating factor in working with others who are “aiming to excel”.

Anne Kerr Walker Mrs. Walker is a graduate of High Point University with an A.B. degree in English and completed her graduate studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She is retired from the public schools of North Carolina where she taught English and journalism and is currently a Realtor and Shareholder with Graham and Boles Properties in Winston Salem. She is a former Miss High Point and served 10 years as the producer and director of the Hillsborough Junior Miss Pageant. Mrs. Walker is married to Dr. Lawrence C..Walker, senior partner with Lyndhurst Gynecologic Associates.

Debbie Davis-Carlisle She is a graduate of Barton College with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree. She is employed with BB&T as a Vice President/Sales Management Consultant in the Marketing Department. She has been involved in pageants for many years and has judged numerous pageants across the state. She has served in many capacities on the local Miss NC preliminary pageant level, which includes Executive Director, Business Manager and Public Relations Chairperson and is currently serving as the Co-Executive Director/Business Manager for the Miss Wilson Pageant Association.

Auditor

Kevin Bunting of Firetrol Cary, North Carolina

2002 Miss Raleigh

Contestants

Dana Lynnette Reason

Pediatric Cancer Awareness and Education

Jessica Elizabeth Granville

Cleft Lip & Palate Awareness

Courtney Paige Winston

Promoting Healthy Lifestyles

Sara Elizabeth Gordon

Musical Benefits for the Community

Melissa Brooke Hackmann Community Involvement in Schools

Emilie Edwards

Monitoring America's Future

Bobbi Reneé Brown

Victims Rights

Emilie Alice Williams

Autism Awareness

Kathleen Nicol Phillips Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness

Jenny Gordon Sink

Making a Better World for Children

Ebony Marlesse McLaurin

Educate Excel

Michelle Lewis

Battling Obesity

Heather Hamby

Creating a Positive Self Image

Christy Marie Warren

Mentoring: Helping At Risk Youth

2002 Miss Raleigh

Contestants

The 2002 Miss Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Scholarships and Awards

Miss Raleigh 2002 Sponsor $1,000 Scholarship Award..........................................................................................Hudson Belk $1,000 Scholarship Award .................................... The Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Association $500 Wardrobe Allowance..........................................................................................Hudson Belk $350 Gift Certificate ...............................................................................................Simply Elegant $200 Cash Allowance for Miss NC....................... The Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Association $75 Gift Certificate ..................................................................................................Kinlaw Studio 2 personalized training sessions....................................................................Body Design by Mike 6 personalized training sessions.........................................Nathon Williams of Platinum Fitness Jewelry for appearances as Miss Raleigh.........................................Ora Designers/Fine Jewelers Crown........................................................................................................................... Treasure Isle Walnut Crown Box...............................................................................................Benjamin Butler Trophy .........................................................................................Misty Clymer, Miss Raleigh 2001 Day of Beauty ............................................................................................... Von Kekel Salon Spa Gold Earrings .............................................................................................Ann’s Diamond Center Semester of dance instruction.......................................................North Carolina Dance Institute Flowers............................................................................. Flowerland Florist, Inc.

First Runner-up $500 Scholarship Award........................................................The Rotary Club of the Capital City Flowers ..................................................................................................... Flowerland Florist, Inc.

Second Runner-up $250 Scholarship Award..................................................................................Betty D. Covington Flowers ..................................................................................................... Flowerland Florist, Inc.

Talent Award $150 Scholarship Award.................................................................Candace and Michael Olander Trophy ..................................................................... The Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Association

Interview Award $150 Scholarship Award...............................................................................Lisa and Tom Shields Trophy ..................................................................... The Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Association

Community Service Award $250 Scholarship Award.................................................................Candace and Michael Olander Trophy ..................................................................... The Raleigh Scholarship Pageant Association

Congratulations to the winners of the 1st Annual Miss Raleigh Scholarship Association

Golf Tournament

Team

Thanks to all the generous sponsors who helped make our first tournament a great success.

We look forward to seeing you all next year!

Pepsi Jersey Mike's Subs Long Beverage Inc

ADSTREET Theatre in the Park

Teradata CRM Sheraton Capital Center

Quizno’s at Cresent Commons Jimmy V Celebrity Golf Classic

Bill Bowman & Friends Michael Olander & Friends

Carolina Wine Company

Greene Resources

WRDC-UPN 28 Sparkman Construction

Option One Bank of America

Winstead Photography Prestonwood Country Club

Eagleridge Golf Course Crooked Creek

Hedingham Golf Club Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill

and Bar

North Carolina Dance Institute Dancers

Kathryn Carter Jennifer Menge

Mary Beth Woody Christina Preddy

Asha Jones Fallon D’Eliseo Hana Crouch

Christie Funderburke Kelly Smith

Jennifer Kozlowski Lauren Waugaman

Kinsie Howell Sunny Smith

Amanda Vaughn Dani Harris

Anne Thomas Charlotte Hurt

Adrian Tennant Carlos Taylor

Adam McConnell Aaron Strickland Donnie Beasley

Choreographers

Kirstie Tice and Duffy Johnson

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Piano used for

talent competition tuned

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Miss Raleigh 2002 will wear jewelry throughout the year

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Best wishes to our finest asset!

Jessica Granville

We're proud of you and love you very much.

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Good Luck Brooke!

We’re very proud of you!

Love – Mom & Dad

Good Luck Brooke!

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CONGRATULATIONS EBONY! We wish you all the best! Either way, you will always be a queen in our eyes.

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From your NCSU family.

We are so proud of you and we love you so much!

Love, Mom, Dad, Hill, Corey

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A special Thank You to

Benefactor Sponsor of The 2002 Miss Raleigh Scholarship Pageant

Some volunteer ushers for tonight's pageant provided by Belk's Teen Board

Sponsors and Supporters of The 2002 Miss Raleigh Scholarship Pageant

Ann's Diamond Center Applebee's Neighborhood Grill and Bar Benjamin Butler Body Design by Mike Betty D. Covington Candace and Michael Olander Flowerland Florist, Inc. John Marsh of ThreeLeaf.com Kinlaw Studio Lisa and Tom Shields Misty Clymer

Miss North Carolina Committee Nathon Williams of Platinum Fitness North Carolina Dance Institute Ora Designers/Fine Jewelers The Rotary Club of the Capital City Sheraton Capital Center Simply Elegant Treasure Isle Von Kekel Salon Spa WRDC-UPN 28