MBC Community Service

Nicole Johnson, Miss America 1999, was quoted as saying, "(Being Miss America is) not about glamorous Hollywood events. It's being with real people in small-town America performing the greatest kind of service that you can perform as an individual -- giving of yourself, sharing your heart, your love, and your time." This statement represents the belief of the entire Miss America system, and Miss Berks County is certainly no exception. She is an intelligent, successful, talented and service-oriented young woman who is making a difference every year in our community.

The photos below represent only a few of the appearances and service efforts of some of our more recent titleholders. It is our hope that you will see there is much more to holding the title of Miss Berks County than simply wearing the coveted crown and walking across the stage on one special evening.


Miss Greater Berks County 2005, Brittny Sparrow presented a lesson about Goal Setting to this elementary school class. Brittny dedicated her year of service to her platform, Y.E.S.! Youth Empowerment for Success.	Brittny Sparrow poses with her chaperone, Joann Hyneman, at Steve Moyer Subaru. Brittny interviewed on WEEU radio and gave a vocal performance on air.

Miss Berks County, Megan Robinson meets with the Language Department at Reading High School. Megan promoted foreign languages through her platform, Foreign Languages for Young Children.	Megan volunteers at a soup kitchen in Reading.
	Christianne Knauer, MBC 2003, speaks with students at the The Thomas Ford Elementary School.Here, Christianne is helping 3rd grade students to recognize healthy foods and the importance of eating healthy.


The March of Dimes WalkAmerica in April 2002 was a wet one for sure, but that didn't keep Melanie from walking or smiling!	Above, Melanie takes time out to smile for the camera with the Berks Hot Dog, and she welcomed all the walkers & thanked the volunteers for their dedication in making a difference in the lives & health of our children.
	Ketty Roman, MBC 2001, advocated the prevention of drug & alcohol abuse. During her year as Miss Berks County, she spent time with the students at 10th & Green Elementary School during their DARE Graduation.
Coleen Adam, MBC 2000, committed her year of service to reaching young people with her message to "Have a Plan: Know How to Say 'NO' to Drugs." Coleen and a 1st grade class show their 10 ways say."No!" to Drugs.

	Kelly Kuhns, MBC 1999, promoted a healthy, sustainable environment as she participated in local community clean-up efforts.
Jesse Haas (third from the left), MBC 1998, appeared with committee members Lisa Lutz, Chris Biese and Julie Goodman on BCTV. Jesse is a strong advocate for her platform, "AGE (Adjoining Generations Everywhere) - Life Improvement for the Elderly."
	Janelle White, MBC 1997, met with Pennsylvania's Governor, Tom Ridge, and established April 30, 1997 as Pennsylvania's Purple Ribbon Day, a day dedicated to her platform, "RAPE: Awareness, Prevention and Education."