Featuring National American Miss Jr. Pre-Teen Jaycee Parker!

 

It was an honor to be crowned your 2017 National American Miss Florida Jr. Pre -Teen.

  I began this amazing journey by volunteering for The Brendan Franco Foundation, an organization that means so much to me. We raised over $10,000 for childhood cancer research.

  I participated in the annual Buddy Walk, and spent time cleaning the beautiful Florida beaches.

  Then, off to Nationals in Anaheim, California. Disneyland is the happiest place on earth, and sharing it with Namily made me even happier. I loved our themed rehearsals, and all of the memories gained with my new and old friends. The ice cream party with all of my Florida Jr. Pre -Teen sister queens was a memory I will cherish.

  I was also reunited with my LA bestie Karisma, who came to support me. Every blonde needs a brunette best friend.

  At nationals, I earned The Heart of Service award. I was also voted on by the other Jr. Pre-Teen contestants for a Miss Personality award. I couldn’t have asked for a better group of girls to spend that amazing week with.

  It was truly an honor to walk away with the coveted 2017-2018 National American Miss Jr. Pre-Teen National title. I truly believe God granted me this opportunity to make a difference, and I plan to use this title to do just that.

  There many FLAWSOME mentors to thank. To the NAM staff and Mr. and Mrs. Mayes, thank you for creating a pageant system that instills confidence. So many girls have gained so many life skills through all of your hard work and dedication.

  Thank you to Lasting Impressions, Mr. Jeremey, Mr. Wes, Mrs. Brittney, Mrs. Shana, Mrs. Lu, Torrie, and so many others that inspire, motivate, and encourage me.

  Thank you to Landon for being the best escort, Mrs. Ashley, Mr. Will, and sweet Annie. I love you all very much.

  Thank you to Mom, Dad, Rhylee, and the rest of my family for giving up countless hours to support me. I love all of you to Starbucks and back.

   To my sister queens, you are all an inspiration to me, and truly represent the meaning of NAMily.

  To all of the girls competing this week, embrace your flaws, and know that you are awesome regardless. You are all FLAWSOME.

  To my successor... GRACE and GRATITUDE change everything. Remember that, and you will move mountains.

  I am your 2017 National American Miss Florida Jr. Pre-Teen, Jaycee Grace Parker.