YOU COULD BE THE NEXT

MR. OR MISS TWEEN USA

A Program Component of

Presented by the
Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
Victory Scholarship Foundation, Inc.

YOU COULD BE THE NEXT MR. OR MISS TWEEN USA

Tween USA is an educational program established by the W omen of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc. (WOCCF). The purpose of
the program is to provide a supportive and congenial environment for self awareness, personal growth and respect for others from
diverse backgrounds. The program helps to nurture and build positive self image, creativity, healthy living and community
involvement. It also promotes self confidence, poise, and effective communication skills.
The objectives are to:
Provide a forum to teach life skills (e.g., self awareness, financial management, basic research and communication skills).
Empower young men and women to realize and embrace their inner beauty and self worth
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Young men and women currently enrolled in middle school may compete. Participants of this program must live or attend middle
school in the Fir st Coast of Flor ida ar ea (e.g., Baker , Clay, Duval, Flagler , Nassau, Putnam, and St. J ohns counties).
Orientation with parents and participants will be held on Saturday, January 10, 2015 from 2:00 -4:00 p.m.
PROGRAM PRODUCTIONDATE AND VENUE
Participants are expected to attend all workshops which include the mandatory mock rehearsal. Workshop topics include public speaking,

written and oral communication skills, essay writing, personal growth and development, interviewing skills, stage presence,
financial management, etiquette training, and community involvement. Participants must also complete assignments for their
selected state.
The crowning of Mr. or Miss Tween USA will be at the Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum, Jacksonville, Florida on Saturday,
March 21, 2015.
AWARDS
The following awards will be given:
Mr. or Miss Tween USA - $500
First Runner-Up
- $250
Second Runner-Up - $100
Third Runner-UP
- $100
Forth Runner-UP
- $50
Certificate of Participation to each participant.
*Scholarship recipients are required to send a scholarship request letter to the organization along with a college acceptance
letter. Scholarships are made available in the name of both the participant and the college of which they have been accepted.
REQUIREMENTS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS
The program is open to young men and women who meet the criteria set forth in the Requirements, Rules, and Regulations.
Participants must also be able to fulfill the time commitment and responsibilities of the scholarship program.
Each participant must:
1. Be a legal resident of the United States or a U.S. citizen.
2. Be in good standing with their academic institution.
3. Attend the orientation and workshops. Attend Workshops are from 2:00-4:00 pm and will be held at the W omen of Color
Cultural Foundation Office - WJCT Public Television, 100 Festival Park, Jacksonville, Florida unless otherwise pre-notified.
Orientation, January 10, 2015 (2:00-4:00 pm); Sessions (2:00-4:00 pm except where otherwise noted) : January 17, 24, 31,
February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 7, 14 and culminating event March, 21, 2015 (6:00-9:00 pm).
4. Submit a non-refundable $10 application fee with completed application.
5. Be respectful to fellow participants, program administrators and staff.
6. Agree that all decisions of judges are final, irrevocable and binding.
7. Permit WOCCF the right to use their name and photograph for publicity purposes.
8. Understand that WOCCF reserves the right to change the date and/or location of the Universal Teen Scholarship Program
9. Be responsible for acquiring own wardrobe including evening/formal wear, business, and national/cultural attire. Provide a
typed-written description of each outfit, shoes and accessories to be read by the mistress or master of ceremony no later than
two weeks prior to the event, Saturday, March 7, 2015.
10. Secure businesses, organizations, and private individuals as sponsors. Each participant is required to secure a minimum of
one and one half page ads in souvenir program book and ten passes by deadline established.
11. Any participant and/or family member or guest showing less than sportsmanlike behavior (i.e., teasing, disrespectful, etc.) will
lead to the disqualification of the participant. No refund or awards will be given under these circumstances.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Please contact the http://www.woccf.com /Phone: (904) 683-1757 or http://www.wcgl1360.com/ Phone: 904-766-9955 should you
have any questions or to obtain additional applications.

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APPLICATION FORM
[PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE]
Name___________________________________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________
City________________________________ State________________ Zip___________

Telephone _________________ Alternate ___________ Email____________________

Name of School_________________________________
Age _____

Gender _____

Grade_______

Date of Birth ___/____/______ SS# ______-_____-______

Parent/Guardian__________________________________________________________
Address (if different from above)____________________________________________
City_______________________________________ State _____________Zip________
Telephone Number __________________ Alternate# __________Email______________
I have read and agree to the rules and regulations set forth by the Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
and Victory Scholarship Foundation, Inc. I certify that I meet all of the participant requirements, rules and
regulations. I further understand all monies submitted to the Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc. for the
Program are non-refundable.

Print Participants Name____________________________________________________

Participants Signature ________________________________ Date_________________
I have read and agree to the rules and regulations and I give permission for my son/daughter to enter the
Tween USA Education Program.

Parents Signature _____________________________________ Date_________________

Complete the attached Application, $10 non-refundable application fee, letter of
recommendation and Personality Form. Please mail to:
Tween USA Education Program
c/o Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32202

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PERSONALITY FORM
[PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE]

Name:_____________________________________________________________
Favorite movie / T.V. Show:__________________________________________
Favorite hobbies:___________________________________________________
Favorite author:____________________________________________________
Favorite quote:_____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Most admired person:_______________________________________________
Career ambition:___________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Favorite academic subject:___________________________________________

Community service activities:_________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________
Give 3 fun facts to describe yourself: ________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Proudest moment:__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________

Complete the attached Application and Personality Form. Please mail the
completed Application Form, Personality Form, and one letter of
recommendation to:
Tween USA Education Program
c/o Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32202

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REFERENCE FORM
[PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE]

Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.

100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32202
DATE: ________________________
Scholarship Applicants Name: __________________________________
Dear Selection Committee,
________________________________________ has applied to us to become a recipient for
the Tween USA Education Program. I have known the applicant for ____________ years.
I would you rate his/her overall attitude and ability to get along with others as: (check one)
Outstanding ____ Good ___ Average ___ Fair ___ Poor ___.
I would you rate his/her overall competence as: (check one)
Outstanding ____ Good ___ Average ___ Fair ___ Poor ___
Briefly I believe his/her greatest strengths and weaknesses are (be specific):
Strengths _________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Weaknesses _______________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Other comments about this applicant that I feel would make him/her deservant to receive this
scholarship: _________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Sincerely (Signature),

Print Name: ________________________________________

Contact information: ____________________________
____________________________
Please complete and return with application.