Join Us For The Next
Miss Teen International Pageant

July 28th and 29th , 2026

IN Chicago (Skokie), Illinois

Showcasing
The Accomplishments
Of Today's
Teens ®

Miss Teen Washington International®

Maddy McNelis

People's Choice Award

1. What kind of BARBIE do you think you’d be?
I really love spring! A sense of hope, joy and renewed life fill the air, along with beautiful flowers and vibrant colors. The sound of lawn mowers in the distance and the smell of freshly cut grass inspire me to be outside as much as possible. Picnics, friends and family…

2. What’s the weirdest item you keep by your bed?
I keep a journal with a list of the things that I would like to see and accomplish in my lifetime. Since I am young, I imagine the list could get quite long. When I have goals, I find that writing them down is the first step to achieving them.

3. What cartoon character do you relate to the most and why?
Have you ever heard of “Galloping Gertie”? Gig Harbor is just beyond where she once stood, on an inlet of Puget Sound. Originally founded as a fishing community, it is a beautiful place to live. We are surrounded with green trees, blue water and a spectacular view of Mt. Rainier.

4. Would you time travel to the past or future?
I am extremely organized when it comes to time management, schoolwork and saving for that something special. However, when I need to look for something in my room, I have to practically mount an expedition to find it. My mom calls them “treasure hunts”. Maybe I am too organized.

5. How would your parents describe your personality?
“Around the World in 80 Days”  It would be hard to pick one place. Every culture and country in the world provides amazing things to see and do. Of the places I have not been; Paris, Egypt, Rome….they are all in my journal, and on my list.

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