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 Texas International®

Emily Lites - 2nd Runner-Up

1. What kind of BARBIE do you think you’d be?
My middle name is Scarlett and I think it's really unique and pretty. I love my middle name so much, that my mother and I co-own a consignment store entitled Scarlett Anne's Boutique, combining our love of fashion, bargain hunting and our middle names!

2. What’s the weirdest item you keep by your bed?
Sunday! I absolutely love going to church and spending time with family and to stay home eating dinner outside, and relaxing. Sunday’s are the best days to catch up on Netflix shows and to experiment making a yummy dessert together!

3. What cartoon character do you relate to the most and why?
A Little Princess embodies everything my mom taught me as a young lady. Every girl is a princess and a princess is someone who is beautiful on the inside. The main character faces heartbreak and diversity with such undeniable strength. She truly is a a role model for all "little princess's". I love watching this with my mom and having quality bonding time!

4. Would you time travel to the past or future?
I played softball for ten years before my brother Jude got really sick. I alternated positions from pitcher to catcher. I loved being a part of a team and getting better with practice. I think young children can learn so much from organized sports including teamwork, determination and hustle, many of the same things I have learned from pageantry!

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