Any high school junior girls who would like to have the opportunity to earn thousands in scholarships should attend the Distinguished Young Women kickoff meeting on October 22 at 2:00 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Quitman.
Distinguished Young Women (formerly Junior Miss) is a scholarship program that inspires high school girls to develop their full, individual potential through a fun, transformative experience that culminates in a celebratory showcase of their accomplishments.
The competition has different categories with various weights: scholastics worth 25%, interview worth 25%, fitness worth 15%, talent worth 20%, and self-expression worth 15%.
The scholarships are worth competing for. Clarke County DYW 2023 earned $6,250 in scholarships, and Clarke County DYW 2024 earned $6,600 in scholarships. There is more available in scholarships depending on the college of choice.
To learn more about the program and the possible scholarships that can be won, attend the kickoff meeting. Bring your parents if they are available. For questions, call or text 601-527-4239.
