Waller ISD Student Crowned Miss Texas

Shelbie Thomson, former Roberts Road Elementary student and future 4^th grade student at the new Evelyn Turlington Elementary in the fall, was crowned 2009 National American Miss South Texas Jr. Pre Teen Queen on June 27^th at the Hilton North Hotel in Houston.  In addition to winning the Queen’s title, Shelbie won the optional actress competition and placed in the top five in the talent, photogenic, and casual wear modeling competitions.

Shelbie’s crowning will advance her to represent Texas at the National Pageant in Anaheim, California in late November. Shelbie’s reigning of Miss Texas will bring her appearances with local sports teams, and be a guest of honor in parades and at the State Fair. Prior to winning her title, Shelbie was Tiny Miss Tomball in 2004, National American Miss Princess Queen for Texas in 2005, and American Coed Princess Queen in 2006.  Other than her love for pageants and fashion, the 9 year old also enjoys gymnastics, volleyball and swimming.  Shelbie’s love of attending school and her academic success is fostering an aspiration to become a teacher.  Shelbie wants to attend Texas A&M University some day.

National American Miss Pageants are dedicated to celebrating America’s greatness and encouraging its future leaders.  Each year, the National American Miss Pageants awards 1.5 million dollars in cash, scholarships, and prizes to recognize and assist the development of young women nationwide.  National American Miss is dedicated to developing the success of young women across our nation with a program that is designed to be age-appropriate and family-oriented. 

Shelbie will make a guest appearance at the Waller ISD Stadium Grand Opening on August 28, 2009.  Come see Shelbie and join the community to support the Waller High School Bulldogs as they play against the LaMarque Cougars in the first football game of the 2009 season.  The Waller ISD Stadium Grand Opening will be fun-for-all event for the entire community!  For more Waller ISD information, visit www.wallerisd.net or call 936.931.3685.