My final Miss America paperwork submission is officially in, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the journey that led me here. Every experience, every person, and every opportunity along the way has shaped the woman represented on those two pieces of paper. Over the past ten years, I’ve poured my soul into countless versions of this paperwork, each one capturing my essence, the purpose driving my grit, my devotion to literacy advocacy, and the passion behind my commitment to the Miss America legacy. This role carries immense weight, and every word speaks to why I’m ready to bear that responsibility. Of all the versions of myself captured in these pages over the years, this is the one I’m most proud of. I can’t wait for the judges to see the woman behind the words and feel the depth of my message when I step behind the podium. Miss America is around the corner, and I’m taking in every precious moment. #missnewyork #missnewyorkorg #missamerica #missamericaopportunity #style #service #scholarship #success