Miss Illinois' Outstanding Pre-teen
2011 - Kayla Sallenger
Hometown
Chatham, Illinois
School
Glenwood Intermediate School, Chatham, Illinois
Scholastic Ambition
I plan to attend a four year university.
Career Ambition
I would love to be able to make a living as a country vocalist.
Scholastic Honors
Young Author Awards (2 years); Accelerated Reading - Gold and Silver
Talent
Vocal - ‘Over The Rainbow’
Community Service Topic
Children’s Miracle Network “Do It For The Kids”
Leadership Roles
I found creative ways to raise money for CMN. I set up my own booth at a garage sale, selling refreshments, cookies, and even my prized American Girl Doll.
Accomplishments
I was recently awarded The 2011 Most Promising Traditional Country Vocalist, and the 2011 Entertainer Of The Year in my age group at the North American Country Music Association International held in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. I won the Non-finalist Talent Award at the Miss Illinois’ Outstanding PreTeen Pageant 2010.
List the names and ages of your siblings
Billy age 10
List your pets and their names
I have a cat named Tootie and a Labrador named Jake!
List your hobbies, activities, and athletics, etc.
Singing is a part of me, and in turn a part of my everyday life. I also love swimming, tumbling, and volleyball.
Interesting Facts
I ride my own four-wheeler on my family farm. I go fishing every summer and I don’t get grossed out by putting the worm on the hook! I know how to operate BIG machinery. I was invited to sing at the Miss Chatham Sweetcorn 2010 Pageant.
What I like most about my community?
Chatham is a close knit town of people who truly care.
Goal as Miss Illinois’ Outstanding Pre-Teen 2011:
I want to bring more awareness of CMN, and the wonderful things it does. I want to show how even children my age can help.
Why I should be Miss Illinois’ Outstanding Pre-Teen 2011:
I strive to be a good role model and to show other children, every little good deed makes a difference!