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Jené Martin is a current student at UCSD studying Microbiology. She graduated from the City of Menifee at Paloma Valley High School in 2016 with honors, President's Education Award, AP Scholar with Honor, Student of the Month, and received multiple scholarships from multiple community and national programs. Jené is also a former title holder. She, alongside sister Meilan Emmelene, have been participating in pageants for many years and volunteering in the communities for most of their lives. "Good luck to all contestants. May you win the crown and sash but not lose your sense of commitment and responsibilities that comes along with the it. Share the spotlight as a family not as the loner."

Laura Berry is a Fashion Designer, Seamstress, Florist, and Bridal Consultant.  She also has 9 years of experience in the pageant industry.  She has enjoyed helping Brides prepare for their Wedding Day for more than 30 years.  Laura enjoys helping others prepare for their special event. She attended Brooks College in Long Beach CA for fashion design, interior design, and merchandising.  Laura has lived in Temecula with her family for more than 20 years.

Katrina Mater is the current Golden State Jr. Teen for International Junior Miss  and will be competing at the International Junior Miss national competition this summer in Nashville. When she's not competing in pageants she's an advocate for "Buddies not Bullies" an anti-bullying campaign. Katrina enjoys lacrosse, ffa, bjj and is working on being on her churches worship team. Katrina is a 15 year old sophomore at Norco High School and loves volunteering with Samaritan's Purse. In the future Katrina plans on attending a university and study Christian Ministries. Katrina wants to wish all the beautiful contestants the best of luck.

Ashley Derderian has been a resident of Temecula for the past 20 years. She has actively competed in pageantry for the past 10 years and held positions such as Miss City of Temecula, Miss Inland California, Miss French Valley, and Miss County of Riverside. Ashley continues to be a role model for young women in her community by assisting them in pageant etiquette. She also assists them in developing poise and presentation skills that help build self-confidence and prepare them for future opportunities. Ashley is newly married and starting to coach in the pageant industry within her community.