The official candidates of the 2014 Miss Teen Philippines pose for the media at their residence, The New World Hotel in Makati, on Wednesday. The coronation night will be held at the PICC on Saturday. (Teddy Pelaez/InterAksyon)
After a seven-year hiatus, Miss Teen Philippines is back with a particularly strong field of young and smart teenage girls vying not only for the prestigious crown but also for the privilege of becoming the Department of Education’s Ambassadress for Education.
Last Wednesday, 40 candidates from different parts of the country aged 13 to 18 were formally presented to media in a program hosted by actress-TV host and Miss Teen Philippines 2004 Stephanie Sol at New World Makati Hotel.
Many of the candidates stood out not only for their physical beauty but also for the way they carried and introduced themselves.
Among those who gave an immediate impression were candidates #1 Bianca Wilhelmina Willemsen from Cebu, #4 Julia Cassandra Casal from Pasig, #13 Abby Gale Angel from Olongapo, #17 Princess Nicolas from Tarlac, #21 Kimberly Jacqueline Weber from Zambales, #26 Elizabeth Renee Scheer also from Cebu, #33 Alexa Amico Patriana from Cagayan de Oro and #35 Dana Loise Abbe Ledonio from Iloilo.
Also on hand during the presentation were members of Miss Teen Philippines 2014 advisory council composed of TV5 primetime princess Jasmine Curtis-Smith, actress and former Miss World second princess Ruffa Gutierrez, actress and former Miss International Precious Lara Quigaman-Alcaraz, fashion blogger Laureen Uy, make-up artist to the stars Robbie Piñera and celebrity hairstylist Jing Monis.
Having had a chance to interact with the candidates, Precious Lara said she was very impressed with the girls whom she described as “mature women in teenagers’ bodies”.
Given that height is not always might in this particular pageant, Lara cites Stephanie Sol and herself as examples of aspirants who did not need to tower over everyone else to win the title. “If someone who stands 5 foot 5-inch like myself can become Miss International, nothing is impossible,” she pointed out.
Ruffa added that more than winning the title of Miss Teen Philippines, it is equally important for the girls to try their best to be a role model and inspire teenagers in general.
“That means you must love yourself, finish your education, lead a healthy lifestyle and stay away from drugs and alcohol,” she stressed.
In relation to what Ruffa said, Laureen also cautioned about using social media properly and consciously. “Be careful about posting personal stuff about yourself especially the negative. Maintain positive vibes,” was her advice.
For her part, Jasmine said that although she never had a chance to compete in beauty pageants, she can still share her knowledge about her craft and the important lessons she has learned so far. “Being identified with my sister, I learned how to live up to people’s expectations. I think this is something these girls, especially the winners, should also keep in mind down the road,” she maintained.
In addition to receiving a prize package worth an estimated value of P2.6 million, this year’s Miss Teen Philippines will also become a member of the Philippine delegation to the Southeast Asian Youth Program and the National Youth Parliament and will undergo the same training and preparation as the other members of the national team prior to their international travel.
Miss Teen Philippines 2014 will likewise get a chance to dialogue and consult with global shapers and leaders in order to help her chart her future path as another woman change maker of her generation.
As the DepEd’s Ambassadress for Education, she will also serve to inspire and actively engage the youth to value education while promoting the various DepEd youth-directed priority programs.
The Miss Teen Philippines 2014 Grand Pageant Night, to be hosted by Georgina Wilson and Rovilson Fernandez, will be held on Saturday at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay City. It will air on TV5 on Sunday at 9:30PM.
The 40 candidates as viewed from another angle. (Teddy Pelaez/InterAksyon)
YOUNG AND BEAUTIFUL | Miss Teen Philippines 2014 candidates presented to media
Source: InterAksyon.com (May 30, 2014 at 10:27AM)
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