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Ramada Inn,

Chico, CA

Fri. and Sat.

February 17th & 18th 2017

Come one, come all to HeartShine’s Mini-Miss California pageant! We have a sweet-tooth for

this year’s “Candyland” theme, and I’m sure our contestants will too!

Look forward to an incredible pageant experience at the Chico Ramada Plaza. Our young

contestants can enjoy the pool, games, and make friends at the Think-Pink-Pajama Party!

Mini-Miss California is in the image of the HeartShine System’s most prestigious competitive

title: Miss California HeartShine, but Mini-Miss is just made for young women ages 2-10.

The role models of HeartShine will be at hotel throughout pageant weekend.

Mini-Miss California contestants will perform on the same ballroom as the older girls!

Mini-Miss proves to be a great stepping stone for young girls to gain confidence,

public speaking skills, and other accomplishments in preparation for a state-level pageant.

Come enjoy a fantastic and positive pageant experience with HeartShine!

Ages 2-10

4 age categories

There will be three awarded winners in each age category,

including “Royal” (2nd runner up), “Princess” (1st runner up), and Queen.

The Queen and Princess in each age division will be expended to attend several key events in

their years’ “reign,” including the 2017 HeartWalk in Sacramento (mid-late September) to

support HeartShine’s founding cause, the American Heart Association.

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Password: Shine

©HeartShine Productions 2017

Friday, February 17th 2017

Saturday, February 18th 2017

6:00-7:00pm Mini-Miss California Contestant Registration

Have any music edited and burned to a single-CD, ppw turned in

Arrive in casual clothes

7:10-8:00pm Mini-Miss Rehearsal

Learn opening number dance, rehearse formal wear

Welcome games and fun walk-through

do not bring gown. Bring formal shoes to practice in

8:00pm Group Photo Session for all State Contestants

11:20am Arrive at Mini-Miss Stage in State T-Shirt and Black Skirt/Slacks Contestants will go through Interview first then move to the stage segments of competition

12:30am-3:30 Mini-Miss California HeartShine Pageant Contestants perform opening number

Contestants complete “Personal Intro” and “Formal Wear”

Talent and Modeling Optional Contests

Crowning Ceremony, Group Photos

7:00pm “Think Pink PJ Party” (Not Mandatory)

Sunday (Not Mandatory)

12:30-3:00pm Miss California Talent and Modeling Prelim Competition All Mini-Miss contestants and new Mini-Miss Royal Court are invited to attend, VIP seating. The newly crowned Mini-Miss Queens, as well as Mini-Miss Talent Overall Winner and MiniMiss Spirit Queen are invited to participate by performing their Talent/Modeling for a an audience without the pressure of being scored, limited space available.

3:00pm HeartShine Presentation All newly crowned Mini-Miss Titleholders are invited to be a part of this group event to join in the team-building, “HeartShine” coaching, and special presentations. 6:30 Miss California HeartShine 2017 Royal Gala, Silent Auction, and Grand Finale The Mini-Miss California HeartShine Royal Court are invited to be a part of the finale for “Visiting Royalty,” their first official opportunity to represent their new title.

Who will be

crowned Mini-Miss

California

HeartShine?


Interview 30%

Personal Introduction 30%

Formal Wear 30%

Community Service Participation 10%

This competition will include contestants sitting down with each judge individually. Smaller contestants

(under 5 years old approximately) may be accompanied by a parent or guardian into the room, who can assist

and/or answer in interview. The MiniMiss Contestants will complete the interview dressed in the pink 2017

HeartShine State Pageant T-Shirt (or plain pink T-shirt) and black bottoms or black skirt. Judged on ability to

communicate, poise and presentation, quality of answers, interview etiquette, and “HeartShine.”

Also known as the Speech competition, Personal Introduction includes a short (30 seconds or under)

introduction to let the judges and audience know more about contestant’s interests, goals, and personality. It

should be attention-grabbing and true to the style and personality of the contestant. Judged on public speaking

ability, mic etiquette, stage presence, and “HeartShine.” Smaller contestants may be accompanied to the stage.

Performed in the Interview outfit of pink 2017 HeartShine State Pageant T-shirt and black bottoms or black

skirt.

Formal Wear, also known as On-Stage Presentation, is performed a ballgown of your choice. When making

your dress selection, please keep in mind fit, age-appropriateness, length (short/medium length okay for those

under 6). Judged on stage presence, elegance and poise, ability to connect with judges and audience, and

“HeartShine.”

Contestant receives full 10% of their overall score by bringing one or more new or gently used items

(children’s books, stuffed animals, or blankets) to registration. This is an all-or-nothing score. If you arrive to

pageant registration unprepared to donate a book/plush/blanket, you may choose to donate $15 or more to the

2017 Miss California HeartShine Community Service Project fund and avoid missing out our on your

participation score.

Interview will be completed in your HeartShine State Contestant T-Shirt

and black pants/slacks/skirt.

In the case of a tie, an on-stage “Impromptu Question” will be added during the finale.

A Contestant who has failed to attend the mandatory rehearsal(s) may be marked down

by up to 5 points.

Personal Introductions need to include the following information at minimum:

Contestant Name, Contestant’s Hometown, and a goal or ambition of the Contestant.


Talent

Mini-Miss California HeartSHine 2016

Anastasia Hartman

Entry forms found at:

Optional contests are a popular way for Mini-Miss contestants

to showcase a skill or passion - on the main stage! Optional

contests are just that (they are optional) and are not included

in the overall Queen scores that decide who will be Mini-Miss

California (or Nevada) HeartShine 2016.

Optional contests prove to be a fantastic opportunity for young

women to shine their brightest at the pageant, showcase or

premiere skills and talents - both on stage and off.

VIP OPTIONAL PACKAGE—any 3 entries for $50

Note– ThemeWear and Photogenic entries are themed: “Candyland”

Talent performances are a favorite

among HeartShine girls. There have

been dancers, singers, cake

decorators, public speakers, jugglers,

and gymnasts perform at HeartShine

pageants. Each age category winner

will receive a prize. Overall highest

score in talent will receive

a MiniMiss title: satin sash, crown,

trophy, and special prize.

Candyland theme! Modeling is an

energetic and fun walk on stage that

showcases an outfit of your choosing

that fits the theme “Candyland” (all

music will be provided). Each age

category winner will receive a

prize. Overall highest score in

Modeling will receive a MiniMiss

title: satin sash, crown, trophy,

and special prize.

Photos are judged on "HeartShine," first impression, clarity, and attention to theme. Theme of "CandyLand." Each age category winner will receive a trophy and special prize. Overall highest scorer in Photogenic will receive a MiniMiss title: trophy and banner.

An entry into the “HeartShine Report” contest is a special opportunity for Mini-Miss contestants to display their uniqueness, talent, and passions. In the image of state, this particular optional is an excellent way to prepare for future goals, HeartShine pageants, and interview prep. Each age category winner will receive a trophy and special prize. Overall highest scorer in HeartShine report will receive a MiniMiss title: trophy and banner.

A sweet treat our judges love to eat! Make a baked good at home before the pageant day with no less than 8 individual servings, display them any way you wish, then bring your treats and photo evidence of you baking or prepping the dessert! You can display pictures, recipes, and other decor on a tri-fold board with your baked goods. Have fun! Each age category winner will receive a trophy and special prize. Overall highest score will receive a MiniMiss title: trophy and banner. *Note: this year we have made the switch to have Royal Baker become an Off-Stage Optional contest.

ThemeWear Modeling

Photogenic

HeartShine Report

Royal Baker

www.heartshine.net/optional-contests


Any contestant who succeeds in emailing a headshot

(or 3/4 shot) by the deadline in a PDF or JPG format to

[email protected] will be automatically

entered into this competition. Winner receives a trophy,

certificate, and becomes the photogenic winner proudly

displayed on the inside cover of the

HeartShine State Pageant Program Book.

CoverModel Mini-Miss Congeniality

MiniMiss Spirit Queen

Pet Photo Most Pageant Spirit

Deadline: Feb. 1st

Deadline: Feb. 1st

Mini-Miss Congeniality is decided by a vote

from fellow contestants after the last rehearsal.

The recipient of this award will receive a

crown, sash, and special awards and

recognition. They are invited to represent their

title at all the events HeartShine offers during

the State Pageant weekend and the year ahead.

Mini-Miss Congeniality is a special honor!

HeartShine Spirit Queens receive a crown, trophy, certificate, and recognition during the State Pageant finale.

They join the Mini-Miss California royal court as an official member. They are invited to represent their title

at all the events HeartShine offers during the weekend and the year ahead.

By going out into the community and representing the HeartShine system, you could become Spirit Queen by

gathering program book sponsorship. See your hard work come to life in the

State Pageant Program Book with the advertisements and/or good-luck wishes you gathered.

The contestant who raises the most sponsorship will become the new

Mini-Miss HeartShine Spirit Queen.

If interested in perusing this prestigious title, please contact headquarters as soon as possible

for sponsorship information and Spirit Queen guidelines.

(530) 762-2219 [email protected]

Academic Achievement

To enter this fun and free contest, simply bring

a photo of your pet to Pageant Registration on

Friday. Photos must be of your pet(s) and be

aproximately 8.5”x11.”

The recipient of this special award will be announced during

the pageant finale and receive a trophy, special prize,

certificate, and recognition. This contestant is chosen by

directors and staff as the most enthusiastic, attentive, and

helpful during the weekend’s events. She has demonstrated

exceptional HeartShine spirit, is genuine, kind, and is excited

to participate in the weekend’s activities.

Academic Achievement entries can be up to 5 pages. They may include photo evidence, certificates, letters or

recommendation from school faculty, etc. The first page is the “Academic Achievement Cover Sheet,” that

can be found only at HeartShine.net (under “Stage Pageant” —> “Free Contests”). Academic-related

information only (sports, volunteer work, and other topics should not be included). Contact us for questions.


How to send in your payment(s):

May charge for check with insufficient funds.

Do not send cash in the mail ©HeartShine Productions 2017

Do not send cash in the mail

Bonus Deposit Basic Deposit

Entry Fee

When you make the decision to enter, you can

choose either the Bonus Deposit OR the Basic

Deposit. You may upgrade to a Bonus Deposit at any time.

$50 When you make the decision to enter,

you can choose either the Bonus

Deposit OR the Basic Deposit. You may upgrade

to a Bonus Deposit at any time.

$25

Holds your spot in your age category All paperwork and competition

info Access to exclusive news

Holds your spot in your age category Includes your hometown sash and

contestant tiara! Wear your crown and sash right away

to promote your status as a state contestant and draw support

from your local community! All paperwork and competition info Access to exclusive news!

Representing your community or hometown as a State Finalist is great for fundraising! All are invited to come to a HeartShine Event prior to pageant weekend to join together for community service. With the Bonus Deposit, you can arrive in your contestant sash and tiara!

Entry Fee is the total amount needed to compete at

Miss California HeartShine. Optional Contests, the

Required State Pageant T-Shirt, and hotel

accommodations are not included. Your deposit choice

is not included in the entry fee total.

$99 in 2016

$149 in 2017

Submit your fees early and save!

Listed below are details for the two most popular methods of payment. Make sure to include the contestant name and what the payment is for.

You may pay the Entry Fee balance at Registration as long as you have already sent in, at minimum, your $25 Basic Deposit. You may enter Optionals and pay your Entry Fee balance at time of registration, although we encourage you to do so prior to pageant weekend for an

easier registration experience. PAYPAL and other online payments will NOT be accepted at time of registration.

CASH or CHECK only for payments made during Friday’s pageant registration.

[email protected]

Paypal payments may include an additional processing fee

6616D Clark Rd. #200

Paradise, CA 95969

Checks made to: “HeartShine”

How to send in your payment(s):

T-Shirt Order Form

Pink T-Shirts are encouraged for all Mini-Miss HeartShine California

contestants. You can either bring a plain pink t-shirt with you or order

an official State Pageant T-Shirt. You will wear the pink shirt for the

Interview (with black pants or skirt). For Formal Wear, Talent, and

more, you will have time to change before the judged stage portions. If

possible, send us your size quickly so there is plenty of time for size

corrections and delivery.

Many girls choose to wear the 2017 T-Shirt to registration,

rehearsals, or even the Think Pink PJ Party

Paypal payments may include an

additional processing fee

Above is an example of the

Miss California T-Shirt from 2016.

You will need the 2017 design

(coming soon) You may order more than one if you wish! Sizes are outlined below.

Adult

XS $20

S $20

M $20

L $20

XL $20

XXL $25

XXXL $25

S $20

M $20

L $20

Child

You may avoid the Shipping fee by picking up your shirt from HeartShine

Headquarters in Paradise, CA. Contact us to schedule a pick-up at our Office.

If you choose to pick up your 2017 T-Shirt during Pageant Registration

(2/17/16) there will be no exchanges.

Shipping fee: +$5.00

Include in your “comments” the contest-

ant’s name, Shirt size, and shipping address.

Send your T-Shirt payment

+$5 shipping fee

Checks payable to: HeartShine

6616D Clark Rd. #200

Paradise, CA

95969

[email protected]

Do Not Alter, Embellish, or Decorate Your T-Shirt (until the Pageant is over)

Send your T-Shirt Payment

+$5 shipping fee

+ any additional paypal fees

Deadline:

ASAP to ensure

correct size, last order

dated January 31st

(encouraged)

NOT

REQUIRED


Representative Tiara and Banner

Deadline:

ASAP, or

January 31st

2017

NOT

REQUIRED

Representing your community or hometown as

a State Finalist is great for fundraising! For the

past three years, all Spirit Queen winners have

garnered their sponsorship support in their

State Finalist ribbon and tiara prior* to

pageant weekend.

**If you sent $25 for a Regular Deposit, to upgrade to Bonus Deposit by sending an additional $25.

(Bonus Deposit is $50 total!)

*Attending HeartShine events in title is not required to compete at Miss/Mini-Miss California or Nevada, and judges are not aware of participation prior to the

pageant weekend.

Many State Pageant contestants choose to wear their State

Pageant Contestant Tiara and Banner to registration,

rehearsals, or even the Think Pink PJ Party

You cannot wear your tiara and banner on the finale stage

or in the interview room

Paypal payments may include an additional processing fee


DO NOT SEND CASH IN THE MAIL

Don't have your representative crown and sash? Upgrade to a Bonus Deposit** today!

Bonus deposit $50.00 Bonus deposit $50.00

Choice 1: _______________________________________________________________________________

Choice 2: _______________________________________________________________________________

Choice 3: ________________________________________________________________________________

Select Your Top 3 Ribbon Choices Popular choices are hometown name, region, or nickname for the town/county/area you want

to represent from Nevada or California.

Examples: Northern California, Chico, Yuba County, Gridley, North San Joaquin, Olive City, etc.

Send your $50 Bonus Deposit


6616D Clark Rd. Paradise, CA

95969

Include in “comments” your 3 top choices & name

[email protected]

Send your $50

Bonus Deposit

Include contestant’s name and

Top 3 Ribbon Choices ©HeartShine Productions 2017

Required Paperwork

Bring completed paperwork with you to

MiniMiss registration.

Entry Form


Name

Age

(as of February 1st)

Name of Parent or

Guardian

Email

Mailing Address

Address

Home phone

Cell

Contestant’s Top Sponsors & Supporters

How did you hear about the HeartShine pageant system? ________________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________

Required Paperwork

Bring completed paperwork with you to


Emcee Card


Name

Description of Formal Wear Gown, What You Like About It

Your Favorite Food

Goal or Ambition

Your School/Hometown

Top 3 Hobbies

1.

2.

3.

Phonetic pronunciation:

Required Paperwork Bring completed paperwork with you to


Signature Form


HeartShine contestants and their families must understand that is the goal of the organization, the goal of the pageant weekend, & the goal of HeartShine events to

ensure that Miss California HeartShine 2017 is a positive experience for young men and women, their families, and the community. By agreeing to our Code of

Conduct for all participants and patrons, you are helping us keep the tradition of Sisterhood, Leadership, and Opportunity. We ask for the contestant and their fami-

ly to look over the following rules & sign below:

1. Applicant must be at least 2 years old by February 1st 2017 and no older than 10 years old by the same date. Contestants are not allowed to move down to a

younger age category, though some may be able to move up to an older age division under special circumstances.

2. There is an over-lapping age bracket (contestants aged 8-10) that can either choose to compete at Mini-Miss California HeartShine or Miss California Heart-

Shine state-level pageant. Mini-Miss California HeartShine is a themed pageant for young people age 2-10, and Miss California HeartShine offers state-level

award packages and opportunities for young people age 8-25.

3. The contestant who has raised the most money through 2017 State Program Book sponsorship and recorded and submitted their sponsorship through the

headquarter office via email, mail, or in person— will be our new HeartShine State Spirit Queen, or HeartShine Jr. Spirit Queen. They will receive a satin sash,

crown, state goodies and join the new 2017 HeartShine State Royal Court. They will be announced and celebrated during crowning ceremony at Sunday’s

finale.

4. Applicant agrees to adhere to all payment and sponsorship reporting deadlines. HeartShine coordinators and directors are not responsible for any sponsorship

advertisements or messages meant for the 2017 State Program Book submitted after the February 1st 2017 deadline.

5. Applicant must be of good moral character and never convicted of a crime. Applicant agrees that the top winners at Mini -Miss California HeartShine 2017 will

be expected to maintain a clean (PG rating) social media presence, if any social media pages exist or will exist throughout t he year’s reign, and not use

offensive language or demonstrate provocative or impolite behavior when representing HeartShine in any way. Some of these expectations of clean social

media presence, absence of offensive language and gestures, and overall standards of politeness can extend to the parents, guardians, and chaperones of the

younger contestants.

6. Applicant agrees that all fees paid to HeartShine are non-refundable. This includes payments promised to Optional Entries and other similar fees and contests.

For sponsorship, 80% of your fundraising efforts are put toward your base-line fees (as described under the “Spirit Queen Guidelines” of this packet) until you

have satisfied the base line requirement, after which point 50% of your fundraising efforts are given back directly to you s o you can buy gowns, account for

travel expenses, and more.

7. Applicant understands that failure to comply with any terms, shall, at the option of the pageant, result in her being disqual ified from competition.

Un-sportsmanship behavior will at first be met with a warning, then a second offense will result in disqualification from the S tate Pageant.

8. Applicant agrees that all photos and paperwork are property of HeartShine and may be used for promotional purposes without compensation, including but

not limited to social media, print, and broadcast media. Newly crowned top winners of the 2017 Mini-Miss California HeartShine royal court will be expected

to submit a TitleShot, a photo of them wearing their HeartShine Crown and Sash, within three weeks after their win. These Tit leShots, photos taken during

pageant weekend by our official state photographer and those with PressPasses will be property of HeartShine and may be used for promotional purposes

without compensation.

9. Applicant understands that HeartShine is not a beauty pageant. Applicant agrees to be judged in the areas of Personal Introduction, Interview, Formal Wear,

and for their contribution to the 2017 Community Service Project.

10. Applicant agrees that they shall forfeit any title awarded to her by the judges if they are found misrepresenting the HeartShine system in any way. State

winners’ HeartShine Royalty rulebook and guidelines will be distributed following crowning ceremony.

11. Mini-Miss California HeartShine top titleholders will be expected to come to a few key annual HeartShine events in their year ’s reign, including the 2017

American Heart Association HeartWalk.

12. All judges decisions are final. Scores are available for a small fee after the pageant is over, please allow up to 12 weeks for delivery.

13. Any and all advertised awards are subject to change based on availability.

______ I agree to all rules and regulations of the HeartShine state pageant 2017 event and related activities

Contestant's Name (print): ____________________________________________________

Contestant’s Signature (18+): ______________________________________________________ Date: _________

Parent’s Signature: ______________________________________________________________ Date: ________

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