Join Us For The Next
International Pageant

August 1st and August 2nd
2024

KINGSPORT, TENNESSEE

Showcasing
The Accomplishments
Of Today's
Teens ®

Miss Teen Illinois International®

Dawn Parks - 1st Runner-Up

1.What is the funniest thing you remember as a child?
Pipi Longstocking. She has superhuman strength, but she looks for non-violent ways to solve problems. She protects children from bullies. Most importantly, she is true to herself.

2.What is the one piece of clothing you wish you owned?
One who does not judge you for your choices but loves and supports you through them. An ear when you need someone to listen and a shoulder when you need someone to lean on. A beacon of truth when you do not want to hear it, and someone who defends you before all audiences.

3.What season of the year is your favorite and why?
I receive it and make sure I hear and listen to what is being said. Usually, that later provides an opportunity to be better. Being open minded to receive and process the critique is far better than being offended.

4.What is your favorite movie?
Very recently, I tried plant-based meat replacements and found them utterly amazing. I had my doubts, but you cannot say you don’t like something unless you try it first. I am proud to be brave enough to try new things and to be able to speak to them from experience.

5.What song makes you think of yourself?
Personal strength and good mental health can be found in expressing and managing your emotions. Crying is such a freeing release; emotions are a gift to help us process and move on stronger.

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