MISS BLACK USA TALENTED TEEN PAGENT 2009

• Born Female
• African-American heritage (at least 25%)
• Ages 13 - 17 (females age 18 may compete if currently enrolled in high school)
• Middle or High School student at a public, private or home school
• Minimum GPA 2.5 (copies of report cards/transcripts are required)
• Good moral character and health
• Must not have any children
• A resident of New York

CRITERIA FOR JUDGING 2009: Preliminary Competition for ALL

• Articulation
• Composure
• Overall response

• Stage Presentation
• Overall Appearance
• Body Condition
• Sportswear Selection

• Artistic Expression
• Technical Skill
• Stage Presence
• Professionalism
• Overall Performance

• Style
• Poise
• Grace
• Professionalism
• Overall Presentation

• Ability to think fast on feet
• Articulation
• Composure
• Overall Response