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 Midwest International®

Alaina Bertsch

1. What kind of BARBIE do you think you’d be?
Music is definitely the “sound” I enjoy the most! Music appeals to my emotions, makes me want to sing, dance, think of the special people in my life, and always inspires my creativity!

2. What’s the weirdest item you keep by your bed?
I’m often on the “photographed” side of the camera. As one of my hobbies, I also enjoy being the photographer as well. I hope to one day snap that one photo that speaks to the heart of everyone.

3. What cartoon character do you relate to the most and why?
Just as an actual butterfly brings life to gardens, social butterflies (of which I am one), relate and befriend nearly everyone around them. We “social butterflies” enjoy being around others-- communicating and working on a team effort. We’re outgoing, fun-loving, spontaneous, and encourage others to live life to the fullest!

4. Would you time travel to the past or future?
To quote Thomas Edison…”I didn’t fail, I found 2,000 ways how not to make a light bulb; I only need to find one way to make it work.” Everyone makes mistakes…and by learning from them, we can make a better world and aspire to be our best.

5. How would your parents describe your personality?
Pizza!....because you can add whatever toppings you choose, eat it every day---and it can be different each time!

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