Final Night

 

Come support me as I take my final walk and crown the new Miss Black Oklahoma USA Talented Teen 2012! 

Farewell

         My reign has been a journey. Every waking moment I learned something new about myself and about my platform: P.O.S.E (Power of Sex Education). Through bringing awareness to my platform, I was able to collaborate with teen mothers and inquire about their experiences and knowledge about sex education prior to their pregnancy. This was one of the most life changing and alarming experiences. There is a deficiency in communication about life altering situations between parents and children, and that is why I am a passionate advocate for sex education courses in schools. When there is an increase in teen pregnancy there is an incline in high school dropouts. Through the explicitness of social media, adults fail to realize that adolescents see without understanding the risks of venereal diseases and pregnancy. Just imagine the power sex education can have on a teen’s life.

            Without the continuous and persistent support from my loved ones my journey towards making a difference would have been short lived. Therefore, I would like to thank those who have helped me the most. Mia and Jasmine, thank you for booking my photo shoots, teaching me not to bounce too much when I walk, how to make copies of everything, motivating me to get into character with my talent, and most importantly paying for nationals so I could have the opportunity of competing in a national pageant. Brenda Beed, also known as my Suggamama, thank you for believing in me, always following through, and supporting me in all of my endeavors. God truly blessed me with the best Godmother on this planet. Claudia, thank you for being my role model, my example, and the big sister I never had. Your patience and leadership never went unnoticed. I will forever appreciate every minute you took your time to do my makeup, alter my posing or routine, fix my leaning tiara of divaness, and refill my spirit with hope when I was down.  To my mother, father, step-dad, and grandparents, thank you for being my most charitable benefactors and number one supporters. Your motivation, encouragement, advice, prayers, and guidance have molded me into the young lady I am today.  If it wasn’t for you, I would not have known how to believe in myself and how to make a difference in someone else’s life. Most importantly, I would like to thank our Lord Heavenly Father. If it was not for His guidance I would have never participated in this pageant. He came to me in a dream and spoke to me. He showed me being involved with the Miss Black USA system and leaving my own footprint on society.

            After completing a year as your Miss Black Oklahoma USA Talented Teen, I am proud to say that I have accomplished the mission God put before me and have exceeded my own expectations. Through this experience I have gained confidence, knowledge, and a lifetime of memories.

Nationals 2012 Washington, D.C.

I would like to thank everyone for his or her support! Your contributions and prayers made my experience at Nationals a memorable treasure. I feel blessed to have made it so far as to compete in a National pageant! The pageant was August 12 in Washington, D.C. Thanks to my wonderful sponsors; I was voted "Best Evening Gown" by the judges. This memory will forever be cherished in my heart. Not only did I have the time of my life in the Nation’s capital, but I also made life-long friends.

Shellye Brooks

Thank you Shellye Brooks for your generous donation! I appreciate your support!!

Vote for ME!

This link will direct you to the People's Choice voting. If you vote for me then it helps tremendously!


http://www.missblackusatalentedteen.org/2012-contestants/meet-contestants/

Family Reunion

I would like to thank my family for their continuous support! This July we held out 38th annual family reunion in Orlando, Florida. During our reunion I was able to give a speech and raise money for nationals!   Through thick and think my family prevails!

Juneteenth Celebration in Tulsa

Please Help Me!

Please help me with my national expenses! I have created a website that will make donating even easier! Thank you for your time and consideration!
http://www.gofundme.com/ovrzo

Emerson High School

Multiple representatives from Emerson High School have been supportive throughout my entire reign! They have continuously stood by my side and provided me with materials, testimonies, and advice that will hopefully leave an imprint of my platform and everything I have tried to accomplish throughout my reign.

Special thank to Mrs. Bennett, Carlesa, and Autum!

Brian Repp

Thank you Brian Repp for your support and $50 donation!

Read Across Oklahoma

April 10, 2012

Easter Joy

April 6, 2012
Volunteering is one of my favorite things to do! On April 6, 2012 a group of friends and I volunteered at the VA Hospital. We bought sugar free candy, made cards, and socialized with the brave heroes who selflessly fought for our freedom.
I hope all of the Veterans had a Happy Easter!

"Hot Topic" with the PTSA

April 5, 2012
Thank you Christi Savage for allowing me to speak at the April PTSA meeting!

Oklahoma City Council

April 4, 2012
Check me out! I am on the OKC Youth City Council and was giving my monthly report! I am talking about what is happening in our community and what I am doing with my reign!

PTA Luncheon

April 3, 2012
My principal, Valerie Harris, invited me to attend the PTA first annual luncheon. Therefore, I was able to meet the superintendent, Karl Springer, and deputy superintendent, Sandra Park.

I Need Your Support!

Hello everyone! This August I am competing for the national Miss Black USA Talented Teen title. Along the way I have encountered a lot of expenses.
$500 national contestant ad
$250 platform video
$148 interview suit jacket
$98 interview shoes
$88 interview suit pants
$50 required pink dress
$35 interview blouse
$25 interview accessory

Please let me know if you are interested in sponsoring me with some of my expenses. If you are interested please send me an email at missblackoktalentedteen2011@yahoo.com. All donations of any size are greatly appreciated and 100% tax deductible!

P.O.S.E. Platform Video

Thank you Brandon Knight for all of the time, hard work, and dedication you put into this video! It would not have looked this amazing without you! I also want to thank all of the ladies who came out to support me by taking part in my attempt to positively educate today to hopefully change tomorrow!

P.O.S.E.

The alluring enticement beckons you

It alerts your senses

And draws you in

It gets you worked up

And unaware of the situation you are being submerged in

The meretricious appeal

Only wants you to feel

Not think about the consequences it is about to reveal

This is the time to stop and think

Not indulge yourself in the alluring enticement in which it prevails 

and seeks

If one is uneducated they are not informed about the bleak possibility

The feasible chance of becoming pregnant the first time

The first time you allow the enticement to overwhelm your senses and rational mind

The first time you accede to the beckon and toug inside

The first time

That's all it takes

One time

Don't let that time

Be your time

Be educated 

Learn the facts

P.O.S.E.

Power of Sex Education

Women of Color Expo

Congratulations Classen!

Classen School of Advanced Studies entered a contest and won 10,000 dollars sponsored by Norman Chrysler Jeep and Dodge

Black History Month

In honor and support of Black History month, the Black Student Union chapter at Classen School of Advanced Studies, hosted a dinner. Our mission was to recognize the importance and the progression we have made as a society. We also wanted to thank Mr. and Mrs. Garrett for introducing the Black Student Union chapter into Classen School of Advanced Studies.

My Daddy and I

Shariah James and I

Stanly Singer Jr., the Black Student Union president at Classen School of Advanced Studies, and I

My Mommy and I

Marrise McKnight

Thank you Marrise McKnight for your continuous support!

Thank You For Your Continuous Support

                   Photos by: Blake Splitt

The Infant Crisis Services

One of the many places I love volunteering my time is at the Infant Crisis Services.