YOU COULD BE THE NEXT
MR. OR MISS ‘TWEEN USA’
A Program Component of ACE
Presented by the
Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
Victory Scholarship Foundation, Inc.
‘Tween USA’ is an educational program established by the W omen of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc. (WOCCF). The purpose of
the program is to provide a supportive and congenial environment for self awareness, personal growth and respect for others from
diverse backgrounds. The program helps to nurture and build positive self image, creativity, healthy living and community
involvement. It also promotes self confidence, poise, and effective communication skills.
The objectives are to:
Provide a forum to teach life skills (e.g., self awareness, financial management, basic research and communication skills).
Empower young men and women to realize and embrace their inner beauty and self worth
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Young men and women currently enrolled in middle school may compete. Participants of this program must live or attend
middle school in the Fir st Coast of Flor ida ar ea (e.g., Baker , Clay, Duval, Flagler , Nassau, Putnam, and St. J ohns
counties). Completed Applications should be received by January 16, 2016.
Orientation with par ents and par ticipants is on
January 16, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. and orientation will be repeated on January 23rd at 12:00 p.m. at WJCT Public Broadcasting
located at 100 Festival Park Avenue (next to Metro Park, across from the Everbank Stadium) in downtown Jacksonville. It is
necessary to attend either the orientation on the 16th or 23rd.
PROGRAM PRODUCTION—DATE AND VENUE
Participants are expected to attend all workshops which include the mandatory “mock rehearsal.” Workshop topics include public speaking,
written and oral communication skills, essay writing, personal growth and development, interviewing skills, stage presence,
financial management, etiquette training, and community involvement. Participants must also complete assignments for their
selected state.
The crowning of Mr. or Miss Tween USA will be at the Ritz Theatre & LaVilla Museum, Jacksonville, Florida on Saturday, April
16, 2016.
AWARDS
The following awards will be given:
Mr. or Miss ‘Tween USA’ - $500
First Runner-Up - $250
Second Runner-Up - $100
Third Runner-UP - $100
Forth Runner-UP - $50
Certificate of Participation to each participant.
*Scholarship recipients are required to send a scholarship “request” letter to the organization along.
REQUIREMENTS, RULES, AND REGULATIONS
The program is open to young men and women who meet the criteria set forth in the Requirements, Rules, and Regulations.
Participants must also be able to fulfill the time commitment and responsibilities of the scholarship program.
Each participant must:
1. Be a legal resident of the United States or a U.S. citizen.
2. Be in good standing with their academic institution.
3. Attend the orientation and workshops. Workshops are from 1:00-3:00 pm and will be held at the W omen of Color Cultural
Foundation Office - WJCT Public Television, 100 Festival Park, Jacksonville, Florida unless otherwise pre-notified.
4. Be respectful to fellow participants, program administrators and staff.
5. Agree that all decisions of judges are final, irrevocable and binding.
6. Permit WOCCF the right to use their name and photograph for publicity purposes.
7. Understand that WOCCF reserves the right to change the date and/or location of the Universal Teen Scholarship Program
8. Be responsible for acquiring own wardrobe including evening/formal wear, business, and national/cultural attire. Provide a
typed-written description of each outfit, shoes and accessories to be read by the mistress or master of ceremony no later than
two weeks prior to the event.
9. Secure businesses, organizations, and private individuals as sponsors. Each participant is required to secure a minimum of
one and one half page ads in souvenir program book and ten passes by deadline established.
10. Any participant and/or family member or guest showing less than sportsmanlike behavior (i.e., teasing, disrespectful, etc.) will
lead to the disqualification of the participant. No refund or awards will be given under these circumstances.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Please contact the http://www.woccf.com /Phone: (904) 683-1757 or http://www.wcgl1360.com/ Phone: 904-766-9955 should you
have any questions or to obtain additional applications.
‘TWEEN USA’ EDUCATION PROGRAM
APPLICATION FORM
[PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE]
Name___________________________________________________________________
Address ________________________________________________________________
City________________________________ State________________ Zip___________
Telephone _________________ Alternate ___________ Email____________________
Name of School_________________________________ Grade_______
Age _____ Gender _____ Date of Birth ___/____/______ SS# ______-_____-______
Parent/Guardian__________________________________________________________
Address (if different from above)____________________________________________
City_______________________________________ State _____________Zip________
Telephone Number __________________ Alternate# __________Email______________
I have read and agree to the rules and regulations set forth by the Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
and Victory Scholarship Foundation, Inc. I certify that I meet all of the participant requirements, rules and
regulations. I further understand all monies submitted to the Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc. for the
Program are non-refundable.
Print Participant’s Name____________________________________________________
Participant’s Signature ________________________________ Date_________________
I have read and agree to the rules and regulations and I give permission for my son/daughter to enter the
‘Tween USA’ Education Program.
Parent’s Signature _____________________________________ Date_________________
Complete the attached Application, letter of recommendation and Personality
Form. Please mail to:
Tween USA Education Program
c/o Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32202
‘TWEEN USA’ EDUCATION PROGRAM
PERSONALITY FORM
[PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE]
Name:_____________________________________________________________
Favorite movie / T.V. Show:__________________________________________
Favorite hobbies:___________________________________________________
Favorite author:____________________________________________________
Favorite quote:_____________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Most admired person:_______________________________________________
Career ambition:___________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Favorite academic subject:___________________________________________
Community service activities:_________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Give 3 fun facts to describe yourself: ________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Proudest moment:__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
Complete the attached Application and Personality Form. Please mail the
completed Application Form, Personality Form, and one letter of
recommendation to:
Tween USA Education Program
c/o Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, Florida 32202
‘TWEEN USA’ EDUCATION PROGRAM
REFERENCE FORM
[PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE]
DATE: ________________________
Scholarship Applicant’s Name: __________________________________
Dear Selection Committee,
________________________________________ has applied to us to become a recipient for
the Tween USA Education Program. I have known the applicant for ____________ years.
I would you rate his/her overall attitude and ability to get along with others as: (check one)
Outstanding ____ Good ___ Average ___ Fair ___ Poor ___.
I would you rate his/her overall competence as: (check one)
Outstanding ____ Good ___ Average ___ Fair ___ Poor ___
Briefly I believe his/her greatest strengths and weaknesses are (be specific):
Strengths _________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Weaknesses _______________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Other comments about this applicant that I feel would make him/her deservant to receive this
scholarship: _________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
Sincerely (Signature),
Print Name: ________________________________________
Contact information: ____________________________
____________________________
Please complete and return with application.
Women of Color Cultural Foundation, Inc.
100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32202
