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 South Dakota International®

Patience Lunday

People's Choice Award

1. What kind of BARBIE do you think you’d be?
Lately, in South Dakota, we haven’t been getting very much rain. Every time it rains, I take a couple minutes to really savor the sound knowing that we as South Dakotans don’t hear it all that often.

2. What’s the weirdest item you keep by your bed?
To get straight A's and never crack open a book. I’d love to have the talent of being naturally book smart because for me to get good grades, I have to hit the books every night. However, I was blessed with street smarts. It all happens for a reason.

3. What cartoon character do you relate to the most and why?
My time management rocks and I’m very well organized. It’s probably the best habit I have as a result of keeping a busy schedule.

4. Would you time travel to the past or future?
Do I make mistakes? Only every other minute. I wouldn’t want it any other way. Learning keeps a person young, and I always do my best to learn from my mistakes. I should be forever young.

5. How would your parents describe your personality?
Bangs, also known as fry bread, is my number one favorite food. I’m Native American and it is one of the thing that keeps me close to my culture. I’ve spent numerous hours helping my mom make it.

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