Contestants to Take Stage in West Michigan Beauty Pageant

Thirteen pretty girls between the ages of 12 and 15 will participate in a beauty pageant in West Michigan. They will be judged on intellect, beauty, poise and stage presence. The public will be able to vote for their favorite contestant through the official Web site, but they will face three judges during the disqualification event. Contestants will be scored on their interview abilities that are appropriate for their age and maturity level. Participants will meet with the judges for a five-minute discussion. Contestants will be judged on intelligence, sincerity, honesty and good diction. The 13 participants are
Alejandra Salgado, Cristal Garcia, Jazmine Aguado, Kimberly Jaime-Lopez, Mya Abruno, Jessica Alavez, Jacqueline Jaime, Katherine Varela, Kaylee Mendez, Mishell Valdez, Gabriela Gual, Emily Flores and Christina Guajardo. The disqualification event will be announced soon.