Miss Virginia's Outstanding PreTeen 2008

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Andolyn wishes all the Miss Virginia Outstanding Preteen contestants the best of luck at Miss Virginia!!

Andolyn Medina, Miss Virginia's Outstanding Preteen is calling upon all youths to Make A Difference Through Volunteerism on 24-26 April 2009.
Visit the www.gysd.org website and look for an event in your area.

The picture to the left is A'leah Burrell, age 3 and Andie, age 4, they were both competing in the Cinderella pageant, Linda Haas was the Director. Pageantry has many meanings, for some it is an opportunity to excel, showcase talent and beauty but Andie and A'leah defined it as resource for developing growth and self-esteem, promoting and encouraging the best of each other and uniting life-long friendships.

Almost nine years later, the pic to the right Andie, age 12 and Aleah, age 12, have much to be proud of, A'leah was just crowned Miss Hampton Roads Outstanding Preteen 2009.

July 4th

Andolyn waves to the crowd.....

poses with war heros, Lt. Col. Gregg Gadson,

and Tuskegee Airman MSgt Ezra Hill, and

with several local titleholders at the Fourth of July Parade.

July 12th - Miss Pocahontas Pageant

Andolyn serves as Mistress of Ceremonies at the
Miss Pocahontas Pageant in Williamsburg…

and performs....

and plays the piano...

Andolyn poses with Malissa, Miss Hampton Roads Outstanding Teen
and Miss Pocahontas Queens

Congratulations to Andolyn – 1^st Runner-up to Precious Princess Covergirl
in FourPoints Magazine

July 17th - Virginian Pilot/Clipper Interview

Andie is interviewed by Ms. Christy Barritt, Reporter of the Virginian Pilot/Clipper.
Look for article in the Clipper next Friday, 7/25/08 or Sunday, 7/27/08.

July 18th - Zoo Morning Show Radio Interview

Andie was a special guest on the Zoo morning show, station 104.5 FM. Andie poses with Nick, Natalia and Shaggy.

Andie “on air” playing “Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader”.
(Click on photo above for a clip from the audio radio interview.)

July 26th - Miss Louisa Agricultural Fair Pageant

Andolyn performs at the pageant.

Andolyn with Emily Hall - Miss Louisa Agricultural Fair

July 26th - Spirit of Miss Hampton Roads Pageant

August 2nd - Miss Central Virginia Pageant

Andolyn with Madison VanDuyne, Miss Central Virginia 2009

Andolyn poses with (l/r) Nicole, Elizabeth, Shannon, Caitlin
and Laura

Andolyn and Tara Wheeler

Andolyn and Anne Royster

August 18th - CMN fundraiser at Texas Roadhouse in Chesapeake

Andie poses with other local titleholders

Andie with Rachel, Miss Hickory High and Julie,
Miss Grassfield High

September 10th - Andie was invited by the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce
to sing the National Anthem at the subject event

Andie with the Mayor of Chesapeake, the Honorable Alan Krasnoff

Andie with Mayor Krasnoff and Mr. Jessie Williams, a member of the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce

Andie with the Girl Scouts prior to the event.

Andie sings the National Anthem

September 17, 2008 - Andie was a pre-schooler at Great Bridge Child Care when she was three years old so she is excited that she was invited to come in and read weekly to the children now that she is older.

Andie, reading to kids between the ages two and four; Andie is enjoying the children's participation to the story.

Andie poses with a few of the teachers.

September 20th - Guest performer at Macy's in Washington, DC for the big charity fundraiser, Macy's Shop For A Cause.

United Planning Organization partnered with Macy's to raise money for charity by coordinating the this event, Macy's Shop For A Cause' in Washington, D.C.

Andie and Tamika performed and signed autographed cards. She had a wonderful time.

Andie poses with Tamika and Orlando Xavier Hixon is the Head of Planning and Research for the United Planning Organization. Thank you for sponsoring this event and for inviting us to participate. There was entertainment on all 5 floors of Macy's

Andie poses with Tamika and the General Manager of Macy's, Mr. Samual Muscarella. He gave them a tour of the 5-story department store.

Andie poses with Tamika and other titleholders and Jessica, in black dress, a talent winner with CEO of United Planning Organization, Mr. Dana Jones.

Andie singing

Andie signs autograph card for a friend.

Andie poses with Miss District of Columbia USA, Chelsey

Andie poses with Tamika celebrating Macy's 150 yr anniversary.

Andie takes a break in order to have the Wizard make her a balloon.

Andie and friend.

September 27th - 29th Guinea Jubilee Parade in Gloucester, VA

Andie waves at the crowd during the parade.

Andie with the Boy Scouts

Andie poses with fans prior to the start of the parade

Andie signs autograph card for friend, Abby

Andie signs autograph cards for a fan

A father and daughter moment alone

October 24th - Queen of Pink Pageant

Andie had a queens slumber party and the girls visited and assisted with the Queens of Pink fundraiser pageant, in support of Breast Cancer Awareness, Director, Ashley Smith, Miss Norfolk. Andie was invited to sing a solo, read the pink grams and assist with crowning. The pageant was held at I.C. Norcom High School in Portsmouth, VA. Our very own Julius T. was there, click here for more photos.

Andie wishes to thank Ashley Smith for the invite and the opportunity to assist, her queen sisters for making this weekend great and IHOP for breakfast!
IHOP is a big supporter of CMN during international pancake day.

Andie with Ashley Smith

Andie was asked to read the 'Pink Grams'

Andie poses with the visiting queens, many are guests at her sleepover.

Andie poses with Miss Queen of Pink 2008, Mai Lawrence

Andie and the girls pose with Mr. Righteous, an IHOP Rep.

Andie and the girls at IHOP for breakfast

30 Oct 08 - Andie was invited to perform at Dr. W. Randolph Nichols Scholarship Dinner with over 500 guests

Andie singing 'You Raise Me Up'

Andie poses with Dr. Randolph Nichols, Chesapeake School Superintendent

Andie poses with Senator Harry Blevins

Andie poses with Community Service Award 2008 Honorees, Mr. Craig Jones and
Mr. Robert "Buddy" Bagley

Andie poses with Alvene and Don Buckley

November 3, 2008 - Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast, A place for girls, troop no. 6777

Cathy Hatfield, Director of After School Program at Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast, A place for girls, Troop no. 6777, in Chesapeake, invited Andie to speak to the Girl Scouts about the importance of volunteerism. Andie's platform is Making a Difference Through Volunteerism. Andie also thanked the girls for their community service and gave them an opportunity to win prizes by answering multiple choice questions about volunteering.

pic 1 - Andie speaking on volunteerism
pic 2 - asking the girls to list reasons why you should volunteer and other volunteer questions
pic 3 and 4 - A couple pics of two scouts with the prizes they won
pic 5 - The girls lined up for autographed cards from Andie
pic 6 - Andie poses with the girl scouts

November 8, 2008 - Miss Hampton Roads Pageant

Pic 1 - Tara, Lexie and Andie pose with some fans
Pic 2 - Andie, Lexie and Tara pose with one of HR' princess
Pic 3 - Andie being introduced
Pic 4 - Andie poses with Aleah Burrell, Miss Hampton Roads Preteen 2009
Pic 5 - Andie poses with Kristena Wright, Miss Hampton Roads 2009

November 11, 2008 - Veteran's Day Ceremony at Chesapeake City Hall

Andie wishes to extend thanks to all whose who served and a special thanks to her parents, Retired Lieutenant Commander Carolyn Medina and Lieutenant Andres Medina. Andie posed for pictures with a few guests.

Pic 1 - Brigadier General Anthony Crutchfield
Pic 2 - Marine Gunney Sergeant and Naval Commander
Pic 3 - Miss Teen Chesapeake, Allison Exner and Miss Preteen Chesapeake, Justine Callis
Pic 4 - Her biggest fan, K. J. Edwards

November 22, 2008 - Miss Hampton Newport News Pageant

pic 1, Andie poses prior to asking on stage questions to the preteen contestants
pic 2, Andie stops for a photo prior to emceeing the evening gown phase of the preteen competition
pic 3, Andie crowns Jordan Frankos, Miss Hampton Newport News Outstanding Preteen 2009
pic 4, Andie poses with a Lizzy, Jordan and Casey
pic 5, Andie and Lexie pose for a picture after emceeing the preteen and teen pageant.
pic 6, Andie enjoys the afterglow with Lizzy and Loren

December 6, 2008: USO Holiday Christmas Show

Andie performed the National Anthem and two additional songs for more than 6,000 guest.

Pic 1, Andie singing the National Anthem;
Pic 2, Andie poses with Hilarie Burton ( Actress Peyton Sawyer from One Tree Hill) and Pic 3, Andie poses with Admiral of the Little Creek Base, Admiral Boswell and others with the USO

December 6, 2008: Miss Greater Richmond Pageant

Pic 1: Andie poses with preteen contestants
Pic 2: Andie and Lexie with preteen winner, Laura and teen winner, Courtney with other local titleholders
Pic 3: Andie and Lexie with Laura, MGR Outstanding Preteen 2009 and Courtney, MGR Outstanding Teen 2009
Pic 4: Andie and Laura

Ashley Gregory giving Andie some presents for the children.

December 7, 2008: Military Appreciation Day

Andie performed the National Anthem for the Military Appreciation Day event at Lynnhaven Mall in Virginia Beach.

Pic 1: Andie poses with the 4th Supply Battalion, 4th Marine Logistics Group, Newport News, VA (left to right: Cpl. Go, Cpl. Aviles, Sgt. Palmer and Sgt Hernandez)
Pic 2: Andie decides to adopt a family from the USO Adopt a Family Tree

December 11, 2008 - Naval Medical Center Portsmouth

Andolyn visits Naval Medical Center Portsmouth (NMCP) and invited other preteens to assist her with bringing Christmas cheer and presents to military dependent children. They sang Christmas carols, passed out candy canes and gave a Christmas present to every child in the pediatric ward , PICU as well as children being seen in the Emergency Room or any place else in the hospital. Andolyn wishes to thank Chris Brogan, Director of Child-life at NMCP for allowing the visit; SANTA CLAUS, A'leah and Taylor Burrell, Justine Callis, and Elizabeth Mothershead and their parents for the presents and making the event magical for the children. A special thanks to others who were unable to attend but delivered gifts and made monetary donations: Ashley Gregory, Miss Apple Blossom's Outstanding Teen 2009, Miranda Harrison, Miss Southeastern Virginia 2008, Simone Gilman, Miss Senior Tiny Miss of Virginia 2008 and Casey Shepard, Miss Chesapeake's Outstanding Preteen 2008.

Pic 1: Andie's shopping for Christmas presents for the children

Pic 2: Santa Claus, Andie, A'leah Burrell, Miss Hampton Roads Outstanding Preteen 2009, Elizabeth Mothershead, Miss Preteen Pocahontas, Taylor Burrell, Cinderella queen and Justine Callis, Miss Chesapeake's Preteen 2008

Pic 3: Andie, Aleah and Justine give presents to a patient while his mother looks on. He is a one year old and has a cast on both leg

Pic 4: Alex is heading back to his room after having a CATSCAN but asked that the girls and Santa visit him here in the CATSCAN room. They posed for a pic after giving him a present.

Pic 5: The girls give Santa a big hug.

Pic 6: Andie takes her Christmas pic with Santa

December 13, 2008 - Miss Williamsburg Pageant

Andie was invited to perform at Miss Williamsburg Pageant 2009

Pic 1: Andie and Bailey Moulse, Miss Greater Richmond's Outstanding Teen 2007
Pic 2: Andie and Olivia Fletcher, Miss Hill City's Outstanding Preteen 2009
Pic 3: Andie crowning Loren and Loren crowning Casey Shepard, Miss Williamsburg's Outstanding Preteen 2009
Pic 4: Andie poses Loren (Miss Williamsburg's Outstanding Preteen 2008), A'leah (Miss HR's Outstanding Preteen 2009), Jordan (Miss HNN's Outstanding Preteen 2009), Casey (Miss Williamsburg's Outstanding Preteen 2009) and Amy (Miss Williamsburg's Teen 2009)
Pic 5: Andie and Malissa Sibly, Miss Williamsburg 2009
Pic 6: Andie poses with Ashley, Miss Norfolk 2008, Laura, Miss Hill City 2009, Shannon, Miss Virginia Beach 2008 and Brittney, Miss Williamsburg 2008

December 14, 2008 - Operation Smile

The Academy of Dance "Showbiz Kids" present The Christmas Spectacular to benefit Operation Smile by Linda Haas at the Ferguson Center for the Arts in Newport News, Virginia

Pic 1: Andie signs an autograph card for a guest to give to her daughter
Pic 2: Andie poses with two of the Academy of Dance dancers
Pic 3: Andie and Tara pose with angels
Pic 4: Andie and Tara pose with Santa's helpers, little elves

December 20, 2008 - Breakfast with Santa at Applebee's in Roanoke, VA

Pic 1: Andie, Tara and Santa
Pic 2: Andie, Tara, Amanda (Miss Star City 2009) and
Maddie (Miss Central Virginia 2009) with Santa
Pic 3: Andie and Annika
Pic 4: Andie and Maddie
Pic 5: Andie and Amanda
Pic 6: Andie enjoys breakfast with A'leah, Loren, Heather and Katie at Breakfast with Santa

December 22, 2008 - Visit to St. Mary's Home for Disabled Children, Norfolk, VA

This was an amazing and blessed visit. Andie and Tara along with other titleholders performed for the residents.

Pic 1: Andie singing "O'Holy Night
Pic 2: Andie accompanied the queens for "We Wish You A Merry Christmas" as their final selection
Pic 3: Andie, Casey (Miss Williamsburg OPT 2009, Loren (Miss Williamsburg OPT 2008), Shannon (Miss Virginia Beach 2008), Tara, A'leah (Miss HR OPT 2009), Lizzy (Miss Midlothian Preteen) and Taylor (Miniture Cinderella) pose with Ashley
Pic 4: Andie and Ashley
Pic 5: Victoria enjoys spending time with the Andie, Casey, Loren, A'leah and Lizzy

January 3, 2009 - Miss Arlington Pageant 2009

Pic 1: Andie poses with Jessica Bryant, Miss Arlington's Outstanding Preteen 2009
Pic 2: Andie poses with Laura, MGR's Outstanding Preteen 2009 and Ashley, Miss AB's Outstanding Teen 2009
Pic 3: Andie, Lexie and Tara pose with the new titleholders, Miranda, Miss Arlington's Outstanding Teen 2009, Caressa, Miss Arlington 2009 and Jessica, Miss Arlington's Outstanding Preteen 2009
Pic 4: Andie and Lexie
Pic 5: Andie poses with Lauren, Little Miss Greater Richmond 2009

January 4, 2009 - The Washington Wizards VS The Cleveland Cavaliers

Thanks to the Persinski's for a wonderful weekend and an outing to the game to watch The Wizards VS The Cavaliers. I had a blast although "King James" missed the opportunity to tie the game with one sec remaining on the clock, he missed

pic 1: Lebron James
pic 2: Andie and Laura at the game
pic 3: Andie and Laura pose with the Washington Wizards Cheerleaders
pic 4: Andie and Laura pose with Mr. Phil Chenien, former NBA player for the Bullets and Sportscaster for the Wizards.
pic 5: Andie and Laura pose with Mr. Steve Buckhantz, Sportscaster for the Wizards

January 10, 2009 - Oscar Smith High School Pageant 2009

pic 1: Andie at Oscar Smith High School Pageant 2009
pic 1: Andie preparing to sing the National Anthem
Pic 2: Andie poses with a few of the Oscar Smith High School contestants

January 10, 2009 - Miss Portsmouth Seawall and Southeastern Pageant 2009

pic 1: Andie poses with Taylor Burrell, the new Miss Portsmouth Seawall's Outstanding Teen 2009
pic 2: Andie poses with Miss Portsmouth Seawall's Outstanding Junior Miss (Blair), Little Miss ( Maylin), and Wee Miss
pic 3: Andie performing at the pageant
pic 4: Andie poses with all the local queens

January 17, 2009 - Miss Piedmont Region Pageant

pic 1 - Andie poses with Madison, Miss Piedmont Region's Outstanding Preteen 2009
pic 2- Andie poses with Catherine, Miss Roanoke Valley's Outstanding Preteen 2009
pic 3- Andie poses with Taylor, Jordan, Shelby and Tamika following the crowning
pic 4 - Andie poses with a former judge of hers, Miss Piedmont Region's Outstanding Teen 2009, Annika and Miss Piedmont Region 2009, Veronica at the after glow
pic 5 - Andie and Sydney, Little Miss Chesterfield 2009 pose for a photo during intermission

January 19, 2009 - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Celebration

Youth Matter America, Inc. presents Dr. Martin Luther King (MLK) Jr. Holiday Celebration in Portsmouth, VA. Andie, Lexie and other local titleholders were invited to participant in this very special and historical event.

pic 1: Martin Luther King Jr's Celebration
pic 2: Andie singing a Latin aria "Panis Angelicus" which translates to "O'Lord Most Holy"
pic 3: Andie and Lexie poses with Kristina, Miss Hampton Roads, Ashley "Tru" Ward, Mistress of Ceremony and Wilheimina Long, Founder & Executive Director of Youth Matter Inc.
pic 4: Andie, Lexie and Linda Haas, Executive Director of Miss Virginia's Outstanding Teen/Preteen Program met for lunch at Roger Brown's immediately following the MLK Celebration. Here they pose with the owner of the restaurant and former NFL Player for the Detroit Lions in the 1960s, Mr. Roger Brown

Andie auditioned and was selected to be a member of
the children's chorus in the Virginia Opera. There were approx. 100 kids that auditioned and they selected only 15.

Schedule

Fri, 1/30/09 @8:10 pm, opening night at Norfolk
Sun, 2/1/09 @2:35 pm, Norfolk
Wed, 2/4/09 @7:35 pm, Norfolk
Fri, 2/6/09 @8:05 pm, Norfolk
Sun, 2/8/09 @2:35 pm, Norfolk

Fri, 2/13/09 @8:05 pm, Fairfax
Sun, 2/15/09 @2:05 pm, Fairfax

Fri, 2/20/09 @8:05 pm, Richmond
Sun, 2/22/09 @2:35 pm, Richmond

VA Opera travels to Richmond

Andolyn wish to thank her pageant family for joining her for dinner and supporting her while on tour in Richmond, VA at the Landmark Theatre. Immediately following the show, they were invited backstage to meet the principal cast and to get autographs.

pic 1: Dinner at Nacho Momma's with The Burrell Family and Darryl, Miranda and Sherri, Hester, Olivia, and Em, and Amy and John
pic 2: The Landmark Theatre
pic 3: Andie poses with Mary who plays the role of "TOSCA"
pic 4: Meeting the principal cast and getting autographs
pic 5: Group photo with cast (Stephen as "Scarpia", Mary as "Tosca" Michael as "Mairo" and Andie as "a Choir boy") with Em, Olivia, Taylor, A'leah and Mirandi
Pic 6: Group photo with Maestro Mark

FEBRUARY 24, 2009 - National Pancake Day at IHOP in Chesapeake, VA

pic 1: National Pancake Day Celebration
pic 2: Andie, Lizzy (Miss Preteen Midlothian), Casey (Miss Williamsburg's Outstanding Preteen) and Meredith (Miss Portsmouth Seawall 2009) take a pic before beginning their shift
pic 3: Andie poses with Meredith, Shannon (Miss Portsmouth Seawall's Outstanding Teen 2009) and Marketing Team Leader of Sam's Club/Co-Chair CHKD Council, Mr. Mack Jacobs

FEBRUARY 26, 2009 - HEALTHCARE ACADEMY

Throughout 2007- 2008, the local Hampton Roads media paid noticeable attention to addressing the concern of childhood obesity. On 26 February 2009, A. Reddix & Associates presented a Healthcare Academy addressing nutrition and fitness to fifth grade students of Seatack Elementary Schools in Virginia Beach. Andolyn, Malissa Sibly (Miss Williamsburg) and Ashley Tru Ward were invited to assist with the presentation. Thank you Marcus for the invitation.

JUSTIFICATION
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), "obesity is a serious health condition for children and adolescents. The prevalence of obesity has increased for children aged 6–11 years from 6.5% to 17.0%. For example, during their youth, obese children and adolescents are more likely to have risk factors associated with cardiovascular disease (such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and Type 2 diabetes) than are other children and adolescents."

pic 1: Seatack Elementary School program agenda
pic 2: Andie poses with Malissa and the Principal of Seatack Elementary School, Mr. Larry E. Ames
pic 3: Andie poses with Malissa, A. Reddix & Associate and other guest
pic 4: Andie poses with the winners of the fitness exercise (Andie, Malissa, students and Ashley)

Appreciation Letter presented to Andolyn [.pdf]

February 28, 2009 - Coastal Virginia Pageant

Andolyn was invited to perform the National Anthem and to assist with awards and crowning.

pic 1: Andie singing the National Anthem
pic 2: Andie and Breyauna Avents (Miss Coastal Virginia's Princess)
pic 3: Andie poses with Miss Coastal Virginia's Outstanding Preteen 2009, Alison Kinsey
pic 4: Andie poses with Miss Coastal Virginia's Outstanding Teen 2009, Maressa Pence
pic 5: Andie poses with Miss Coastal Virginia 2009, Tamika Mills
pic 6: Andie poses with Miss contestant, Melody Waters and Teen contestant, Courtney Williamson

March 3, 2009 - Chesapeake General Hospital Auxiliary General Membership Meeting and Dinner.

Andolyn was invited to perform at the Chesapeake General Hospital Auxiliary General Membership Meeting and Dinner.

pic 1: The agenda
pic 2: Andolyn singing Voi Che Sapete and You Raise Me Up
pic 3: Andolyn poses with Angela, Dreama, Hilda and other members of the Auxiliary Club.
pic 4: The Auxiliary Club members gave Andolyn the beautiful flowers
pic 5: Andolyn poses with Alvene Buckley

March 8, 2009 - Sentara Nursing Center, Chesapeake, VA

Andolyn coordinated a visit to Sentara Nursing Center and invited several local titleholders and friends to participate. They enjoyed talking with the residents, painting their nails, entertaining them by singing, dancing and playing the piano, and of course the gentlemen enjoyed sitting back listening to the beautiful singing.

pic 1: Sentara Nursing Center 776
pic 2: Andolyn playing the piano
pic 3: Andolyn enjoys a moment with one of the residents before leaving the
recreational room.
pic 4: Andolyn poses with one of the other residents
pic 5: Andolyn and the other queens pose for a pic immediately after singing the National Anthem together. This was a request from one of the residents. (Andolyn, Taylor - Miss Portsmouth Seawall's OPT; Courtney, a friend; Jordan - Miss Hampton Newport News' OPT; Anyssa, a friend; Justine - Miss Chesapeake's PT; A'leah - Miss Hampton's OPT and Casey, Miss Williamsburg's OPT)

March 17, 2009 - Hickory Middle School

Tara visits Hickory Middle School and Andolyn introduced Tara for all three assemblies (6th, 7th and 8th grade).

pic 1: Hickory Middle School
pic 2: Andolyn introducing Tara
pic 3: Andolyn poses with Tara and her Principal, Dr. Jean Infantino
pic 4: Andolyn poses with Tara and The Asst. Principal for the 8th grade, Ms. Lee

March 18, 2009 - Chesapeake Middle School League Debate and Forensics Tournament

pic 1: Andolyn was chosen as the winner for the 8th grade Original Oratory, she did her speech on Volunteerism (Youth Helping America) at Jolliff Middle School.
pic 2: Andolyn poses with her coaches of the Forensic Team, Mrs. Cindy Harris, Mrs. Renee Dunn and Mrs. Jennifer Lanham
pic 3: Andolyn poses with her teammates as they clinched 2nd place in the Forensics Tournament.

March 20, 2009

Andolyn is interviewed by Channel 48News about her platform which led her to write a letter to Mayor Krasnoff; and the event that will take place on 26 Apr 09. The interview will air next week for the entire Month of April on Channel 48News.

Andolyn continues to promote her platform, "Making a Difference Through Volunteerism"; she wrote a letter to Mayor Alan Krasnoff (Mayor of Chesapeake) requesting that the Month of April be declared Youth Service Month. Her request was approved and she will receive a Proclamation from Mayor Krasnoff on Tuesday, 24 Mar 09 at the City Council Meeting, proclaming the Month of April Youth Service Month. This is the first! As a result of this proclamation, Andolyn has coordinated several volunteer activities where youths can volunteer. One of the major events will take place on Sunday, 26 April 09, Global Youth Service Day at Texas Roadhouse, 1546 Sam Circle, Chesapeake, VA. Andolyn will support the City of Chesapeake's Food Closet. Please contact Andolyn if you are interested in participating by volunteering.

Thank you Karma for supporting this great cause and the City of Chesapeake.

pic 1 and 2: Andolyn being interviewed just before heading to school.

March 20, 2009 - Crowning of Miss Lynchburg's Outstanding Preteen 2009, Elizabeth Mothershead

This was very special for Andolyn. Prior to crowning Lizzy, Andolyn spoke and she shared with everyone that one of the greatest honors of being Miss Virginia's Outstanding Preteen is when she gets to crown a new preteen local titleholder. She understands the joy and this one was extra special because she got to crown one of her friends.

pic 1: Andie speaking before crowning and presents Lizzy with a gift.
pic 2: Andie crowning Lizzy
pic 3: The congratulatory hug
pic 4: A group photo of Andie, Lizzy, Casey, Sarah (on the left), Aubrey, Kim (right of Andolyn) and Jordan

March 22, 2009 - First Baptist Church South Hill

Andolyn was asked to speak to the youths who are members of the 678 Club at First Baptist Church South Hill on Volunteerism. The 678 club members are 6th, 7th and 8th graders; they will be assisting Andolyn on 26 Apr 2009 at the Texas Roadhouse in Chesapeake, VA's event. Andolyn is a member of this church. Thank you Ms. Latrece McKnight, Children’s Ministry Director, for inviting me to speak.

pic 1: Andie speaking to the group
pic 2: Andie was asked to sign an autograph card for each youth. Pastor Michael Toliver looks on as Andie signs the cards.
pic 3: Andie takes a break from signing cards to pose with Pastor Toliver.
pic 4: Andie poses with 678 Club and Youth Leaders.

March 24, 2009 - Proclamation at the Chesapeake City Council Meeting

Andolyn continues to promote her platform "Making a Difference Through Volunteerism" and urges youth to get involve. She received a proclamation from Mayor Krasnoff, declaring the Month of April, "Youth Service Month" in support of Youth Service America. Andolyn wrote a letter to Mayor Krasnoff requesting that the Month of April be declared Youth Service Month.

Thank you Councilman Cliff Hayes for presenting my request to the Mayor and Council members. Your support means a lot. I also wish to thank the City Manager, Mr. William Harrell and his staff for their support in assisting me with the event that will take place on 26 Apr 2009 at Texas Roadhouse in Chesapeake.
Please come out and support this important event.

pic 1: Andie poses with Mayor Krasnoff after receiving her Proclamation
pic 2: Pic of Andie prior to entering the meeting
pic 3: Andie poses with her friend and supporter, Glades Wilfore

Click on picture to view the Proclamation

March 29, 2009 - Youth Service at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church

Andolyn was invited as a guest performer. She was excited to return home to Pleasant Grove Baptist Church; she was a member of this church when she was three years old. At that time, Bishop Scott spoke prophetic words to Andolyn and his words have come to fruition. Andolyn was also asked to autograph cards. "Thank you Bishop Wm. Darryl Scott, D.D., Senior Pastor and Co-Pastor, Rev Joyce Rose Scott, First Lady, for inviting me and for asking me to return".

pic 1: Bishop Scott introduces Andolyn to the congregation
pic 2: Andolyn singing Via Dolorosa and receives a standing ovation
pic 3: Andolyn poses with a friend and supporter, Mr. Christopher Mosley, CEO, Chesapeake General Hospital following the service.
pic 4: Andolyn was invited to meet with Bishop Wm. Darryl Scott in his office following the service.
pic 5: Andolyn also poses with Rev Joyce Scott, Co-Pastor, following the service.

April 2, 2009 - PREVENT CHILD ABUSE IN HAMPTON ROADS

Andie was a Celebrity Hostess at the 27th Annual Celebrity Night at Baker's Crust in Chesapeake, VA. The goal this year was to raise $25,000 for education and child abuse prevention programs in the Hampton Roads area.

pic 1: Andie enjoys a moment with several city officials, Councilmember Dr. Ella Ward, Deputy City Manager, Dr. Wanda Bailey, and Policeman Eddie Woods

pic 2: Andie poses with A'leah (Miss HROPT), Meredith (Miss Portsmouth Seawall), and Tamika (Miss Coastal Virginia)

pic 3: Andie with Lasalle Blanks, News Anchor Channel 13

pic 4: Andie with Representative John Cosgrove, Virginia House of Delegates 2009, 78th District, Chesapeake, VA

April 8, 2009 - MILITARY RECOGNITION RECEPTION APPEARANCE

Andolyn was invited to sing "God Bless America" at the Military Recognition Reception at the Norfolk Waterside Marriott, Norfolk, VA by the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. Thank you Mr. Jessie Williams for the invitation, I am always honored to perform for the Armed Forces and thank you Rear Admiral Bianchi for the Command Coin.

pic 1: The Military Recognition Reception Program
pic 2: Andie sing "God Bless America"
pic 3: Andie poses with Congressman Glenn Nye, U.S. House of Representatives, 2nd District
pic 4: Andie poses with Vice Admiral Melvin G. Williams, Jr.,(3 Star) Commander, U.S. 2nd Fleet
pic 5: Andie poses with Senior Vice President of Cox Communication and General Manager, Mr. Gary McCollum
pic 6: Andie poses with Rear Admiral Robert J. Bianchi, Commander and Chief Executive Officer, Navy Exchange Service Command

April 11, 2009 - SENTARA NURSING CENTER FOR EASTER SATURDAY

Andie coordinated a visit with several local titleholders and friends to visit Sentara Nursing Home on Easter Saturday. They enjoyed coloring with and for the residents, singing, passing out Easter carnations, cookies and other Easter goodies. Thank you all for coming out and for your contribution.

pic 1: Andie surprises one of the residents with a carnation for Easter.
pic 2: Andie singing "God Bless America" and the residents sing along.
pic 3: All the girls join in on singing a "favorite" of the residents "The National Anthem" (Katilynn, Miss Chesapeake's Outstanding Teen 2009, Tamika, Miss Coastal Virginia 2009, Taylor, Miss Portsmouth Seawall's Outstanding Preteen 2009, Anyssa, Andie's friend, Andie, MVOPT, A'leah, Miss Hampton Roads Outstanding Preteen 2009, Lizzy, Miss Lynchburg's Outstanding Preteen 2009, and Casey, Miss Williamsburg's Outstanding Preteen 2009
pic 4: Andie and Tamika take a pic with Mrs. Sarah

April 16, 2009 - Congratulations to Andolyn on being selected to attend The University of Virginia's Summer Enrichment Program for gifted students. This will be a two-week program where she will live on campus in the dormitory studying Medical Ethics and Moral Problems.
There were 1375 applications for 936 available spots. Andolyn was highly recommended by her school.

April 17, 2009: The American Legion Auxiliary Attucks, Unit Five Annual Pageant

Vanessa Steward, President of The American Legion Auxiliary Attucks Unit Five invited Andolyn to sing the National Anthem and to share a few inspirational words to the youth at the Miss Unit Five Junior Auxiliary Pageant. This was their 2nd annual pageant. A fundraiser in support of Susan B. Komen, Race for the Cure, Breast Cancer Awareness. Thank you Mrs. Vanessa Steward for the invitation and all of the young ladies were beautiful and talented.

pic 1: Andolyn meets a new friend, Fallon Brown
pic 2: Andolyn performing the National Anthem
pic 3: Andolyn and the reigning queen assisted in the crowning of the new Miss Unit Five Junior Auxiliary, Kiera Moyler
pic 4: Alfred Steward, Vanessa Steward, Barb Geraghty, President of the Susan B. Komen, Breast Cancer Awareness Organization and cancer survivor, Andolyn, Karen Campbell, Breast Cancer Survivor and David Evans, Commander of The American Legion Auxiliary Attucks, Unit Five

April 18, 2009 - QUEENS OF GREEN Community Cleanup

Andolyn joins Miranda and other local titleholders in the Queens of Green Community Cleanup. Miranda, Miss Arlington Outstanding Teen 2009, coordinated the Queens of Green community cleanup in Glen Allen, VA at RF&P Park and a sleepover in support of Children Miracle Network.

pic 1: Andolyn arrives just in time with water for Tamika
pic 2: A "fan" ask for a pic with the "Queens of Green"
pic 3: A break from picking up litter to enjoy an ice cone to quench the thirst
pic 4: "A Group Hug"

April 19, 2009- FAIRVIEW HEIGHTS BAPTIST CHURCH

Rev. Fred Williams, Pastor of Fairview Heights Baptist Church and his wife, Betty Williams invited Andolyn as a special guest at their revival/awakening to perform "You Raise Me Up" and "Via Dolorosa". Thank you Rev. Williams and Mrs. Betty for inviting me.

pic 1: Andolyn singing "You Raise Me Up"
pic 2: Andolyn takes a pic with her new fan
pic 3: Andolyn is pictured with The Music Director, Donna Collins and Mr. Collins, left to right, and Rev. Fred Williams and his wife, Betty Williams
pic 4: Andolyn takes a pic with guest speaker, Rev. Rick Williams, Evangelist and Radio Bible Teacher

April 26, 2009 - GLOBAL YOUTH SERVICE DAY

Andolyn coordinated this event and attempted to reach as many youths as possible to participate and take a part in Global Youth Service Day. Several local titleholders and other youths came together in order to make this a successful event, the event started at 11:30am to 8:00pm. We raised over $500.00 which included $451.00 by selling raffle tickets for the beautiful gift basket. The winner of the basket was Ms. Jessica Bigham, The Shift Manager at Texas Roadhouse. Andolyn and Amy (Miss Williamsburg's Outstanding Teen 2009) assisted with pulling the winning ticket. Jessica was very excited.

36 million Americans struggle with hunger, including 13 million children. Every dollar you gave by asking others to donate, helped to provide 7 meals for families struggling with hunger. Hunger is a community issue we can't ignore. It's everywhere we look. It is a reality for many American, even in our own backyards. People in every community face the risk of going hungry. And allowing people in our midst to go hungry, even for a day, is a reflection on us all and is unacceptable. Thank you all for taking a stand by volunteering and Making a Difference! You may visit www.feedingamerica.org to learn more. Canned goods were also donated.

pic 1: Andolyn presenting Mrs. Doris "Cookie" Palaciao, Director of Human Services, with the check
pic 2: Volunteers covering the 1st shift
pic 3: Volunteers covering the 2nd shift
pic 4: Andie stopped by to say thanks to some big supporters from Chesapeake, Dr. Baily and her family.
pic 5: Volunteers covering the 3rd shift
pic 6: Volunteers covering the 4th shift
Pic 7: Volunteers to cover the 5th shift and final
pic 8: And the winner is...?
pic 9: Andie presents Jessica Bigham with the gift basket

May 1, 2009 - APPLE BLOSSOM FESTIVAL FIREFIGHTER PARADE

pic 1: Andie poses for a pic before the parade
pic 2: Andie and the Washington Redskin Cheerleaders
pic 3: Andie waving to the crowd during the parade
pic 4: A fan runs over and ask for an autograph on his t-shirt during the parade

May 1, 2009 - MISS CHESAPEAKE TEEN AND PRETEEN PAGEANT 2009

pic 1: Andie wishes all the contestants good luck and poses for a pic.
pic 2: Andie and Emily Hasty, Miss Virginia's Outstanding Preteen 2006
pic 3: Andie, Merissa, Miss Coastal Virginia's Outstanding Teen 2009 and Ashley, Miss Chesapeake 2009
pic 4: Andie and Christopher, her partner in piano class
pic 5: Andie, Ashley and Councilmember Dr. Ella Ward, City of Chesapeake

May 3, 2009 - 2009 LITTLE MISS CHESAPEAKE PAGEANT

pic 1: Andie with the new Little Miss Chesapeake, Sydney Buky
pic 2: Andie with the 1st runner-up, Madison Gerlach
pic 3: Andie with Katie and Christina (Left to right)
pic 4: Andie with Katilynn, Miss Chesapeake's Outstanding Teen 2009 and
Tiffany, Miss Teen Tidewater

May 16, 2009 - TIM REID CELEBRITY WEEKEND ALL STAR BASKETBALL GAME

Dr. and Mrs. William Brown, Chairman of the Tim Reid Celebrity Weekend invited Andolyn to perform the National Anthem at the All-State Celebrity Basketball game and as a special guest at the Celebrity Reception. I had a wonderful time, thanks Dr. and Mrs. William Brown for the invitation.

pic 1: Tim, Daphane and Andie at the Celebrity Guest Reception
pic 2: Willie, his wife Paulette and Andie at the reception
pic 3: Andolyn poses with a group of the other celebrities that were at the reception (Destiny Praise, Charnele Brown, actress Kimberly Reese from A Different World, Kelly Williams, actress Laura from Family Matters and Drew Sidora, actress in White Chicks and others)
pic 4: Andolyn does a mic check before performing the National Anthem.
pic 5: Andolyn was one of Tim's models in 2000; she was five years old.

May 16, 2009 - CHESAPEAKE JUBILEE

Andolyn was invited to perform at the Annual Chesapeake Jubilee

pic 1: Singing at the Jubilee
pic 2: Rachel, Miss Preteen Chesapeake 2009 and I at the Chesapeake Jubilee

May 28, 2009 - ATLANTIS NEIGHBORHOOD NETWORK

A. Reddix & Associates invited Andolyn back to participate in another Healthcare Academy workshop. They partnered with representatives in the Atlantis Neighborhood community in Virginia Beach to reduce obesity in youth. The event included a series of interactive sessions with elementary and middle-school aged youth at the Atlantis Neighborhood Network. The sessions covered exercise and fitness, nutrition, and the effect of bullying on mental health, self-esteem, and self-image. Andolyn and Ashley were the judges in the Queen's Kitchen. They participated in the exercise and fitness session and selected the team the prepared the healthiest meal.

pic 1: Andolyn and Ashley discuss the various food groups and deliberate on which team should win while Angela, owner of Reddix & Associates observe their decision-making process
pic 2: I think they have their winner
pic 3: And the winner is? Team 5, they won tickets to the Tides Baseball game
pic 4: Andolyn and the team leader from team 5
pic 5: Andolyn poses with group leaders and other facilitators at the workshop

May 29, 2009 - Opening Ceremony for Relay For Life

Andolyn was invited to sing the National Anthem at the opening ceremony for Relay For Life in Chesapeake and she was a member of the Queens of Pink Relay For Life Team. There were over 100 teams participating in this year's event.

pic 1: Andolyn preparing to perform the National Anthem
pic 2: Andolyn poses with friends from her school, Team Hickory Middle School Relay For Life Team
pic 3: Andolyn joins Ashley, Miss Chesapeake 2009 and other local titleholders for Team Queens of Pink Relay For Life Team
pic 4: Andolyn signs the Cancer Memorial Wall in memory of her aunt
pic 5: Give hope...

May 30, 2009 - SOUTHEASTERN VIRGINIA'S COURT CROWNING

Andolyn was invited to sing the National Anthem and to assist with the crowning. Thank you Kinyatta for including me.

pic 1: Andolyn poses with Skylar Woodhouse, Miss Southside's Outstanding Preteen 2009 and Jordan Martin, Miss Southeastern's Outstanding Preteen 2009
pic 2: Andolyn and Loren, Miss Southeastern's Outstanding Teen 2009
pic 3: Andolyn with local titleholders and princesses

May 30, 2009 - FOOD DRIVE FOR SOUTHEASTERN VIRGINIA FOODBANK

Tracey Smith, Miss Virginia Beach's Outstanding Teen 2009 invited Andolyn to participate and assist with the Fooddrive for the Southeastern Virginia Foodbank. She coordinated a talent show and invited local titleholders to participate. She gave each of us a red carnation. Thank you Tracey for including me and I am proud of you! Keep up the great work!!!

pic 1: Andolyn and other local titleholders who came out to support and participated in this
worthy cause.
pic 2: Andolyn and Juliana Tengco Conza, Little Miss Virginia Beach

MAY 31, 2009 - THE ACADEMY OF DANCE "SHOWBIZ KIDS" LEUKEMIA/LYMPHOMA SOCIETY FUNDRAISER

Andolyn was invited as a special guest to participate in this annual event at the Ferguson Center for the Arts, in Newport News. She performed two Disney classics "Once Upon A December" and "Every Girl Can Be A Princess". She also signed autograph cards and took photos. The theme was It's Fit For A Princess! Thank you Mrs. Linda and Mr. Jim for inviting me.

pic 1: Andolyn and Linda Haas
pic 2: Andolyn and the Princesses
pic 3: Andolyn and the beautiful Pee Wees get to know each other
pic 4: Andolyn enjoys the Pink Fries before they perform their next number
pic 5: Andolyn signing autograph cards during intermission
pic 6: The finale, the entire cast and Princesses

PHOTO GALLERY

Crowning of Miss Williamsburg's Outstanding Preteen

Andie crowns her 1st runner-up at Miss Williamsburg's
Outstanding Preteen - Loren McAdams

Andie with Emily Huff, Executive Director, and Loren

Andie, Loren and friends

Celebrating Andie's winning the MVOPT title and Loren's crowning.

Miss America's Outstanding Teen Pageant - Orlando FL, August 12~16

Andie is crowned by Caitlin and Kirsten Haglund, Miss America

Andie at Princess Program

Andie with Bailey

Andie with Charlie

Andie with Friends

Andie with Kay Lea, Director of Princess Program

Andolyn in her "High School Musical" outfit

Andie with Lexie and Joanna at visitation

Andolyn with Barbara Berry, author of "Pink Princess Cookbook" at the Tradeshow

Andolyn with Julie, editor of fourpoints magazine

Andolyn and gang from Boutique Hush

Andie and Charlie during the Princess Makeover Party

Andie with Miss North Dakota's Outstanding Teen. She was responsible for Andie's makeover

Lexie, Sophia and Andie

Caitlin's Luncheon
August 15, 2008
Today was an off day, everyone attended Caitlin's Luncheon. Caitlin received a surprise during her luncheon. Nikki and Paris Hilton heard about what Caitlin was doing for young girls through Caitlin's Closet and wanted to get involved. They donated several dresses out of their closet to Caitlin's Closet. These dresses will be auctioned and money raised from this auction will go towards the purchase of new gowns for Caitlin's Closet.

Andie poses with Coco and Reps from LaCasa Hermosa