Title: Miss Kansas
By Jesus Martinez

 Miss Kansas came to visit our school on Tuesday, May 11th.  She said that she was shy in grade school and not athletic at all, even though she was tall and her father was a coach.  In 5th grade, she decided to join the band.  She tried many instruments, but decided on the trumpet because it was loud, powerful, and bold – just the opposite of her.  That gave her confidence.  Then she slowly was not the same anymore.  She realized she was worth something.  It made her feel good about herself. She said it was important to challenge yourself to set goals.  The challenge is to set goals for things you love to do, and that will make you unique and special.  This will make you happy. She was very proud that she took first in State in high school even though there were so many others competing. She played 2 pieces on her trumpet for us that were very beautiful.  This is what she did for her talent in the Miss Kansas contest. Now she is going to compete in the Miss America contest.  She has enjoyed this year representing the contest and bringing awareness to the arts, especially the value of music. She has gone to 75 schools with this message.