Released on = January 26, 2006, 10:15 am

Press Release Author = Diane David/Pre-Teen America Scholarship & Recognition Program

Industry = Education

Press Release Summary = Applications are now being accepted for the 2006 Pre-Teen
Florida Scholarship & Recognition Program to be held July 21-23 at the Grand Hyatt
Tampa Bay Hotel in Tampa. The Pre-Teen America Scholarship and Recognition Program
recognizes and rewards hundreds of young ladies nationwide with an opportunity to
become the leaders of tomorrow and provides an avenue in which they realize they can
truly make a difference in the world. Additionally it promotes high morals,
standards of excellence, patriotism, fellowship, family values and social
development.

Applications may be submitted via the Pre-Teen America Scholarship & Recognition
Program website www.preteenamerica.com or obtained by calling 225-752-6015 or
e-mailing info@preteenamerica.com.



Press Release Body = Applications are now being accepted for the 2006 Pre-Teen
Florida Scholarship & Recognition Program to be held July 21-23 at the Grand Hyatt
Tampa Bay Hotel in Tampa. The Pre-Teen America Scholarship and Recognition Program
recognizes and rewards hundreds of young ladies nationwide with an opportunity to
become the leaders of tomorrow and provides an avenue in which they realize they can
truly make a difference in the world. Additionally it promotes high morals,
standards of excellence, patriotism, fellowship, family values and social
development.

At each of our state events, two individual representatives are selected who prove
to be truly exceptional in their individual age groups (7 to 9 and 10 to 12). based
on seven evaluation categories, none of which are based on outward appearance or
physical attributes. The criteria utilized in Pre-Teen America are: Academic
Achievement, Volunteer Service to Community, School Honors and Activities,
Development of Personal Skills and Abilities, General Knowledgeability,
Communicative Ability, and On-Stage Acknowledgment of Accomplishments. In addition
each participant is recognized and presented awards for their outstanding
achievements in academics, community service, athletics, arts, knowledgeability,
creativity, personal development, communications, and much more. The school of each
participant also receives a Certificate of Achievement and letter notifying them of
their student's selection, participation and awards received in order that the
student is further recognized for their positive accomplishments.

With all of the negative in today's world, the Pre-Teen America Scholarship and
Recognition Program is striving to provide hope by focusing on the exceptional
strength that lies within America's youth. We know that applauding and recognizing
these young ladies will enhance their self-worth and they will rise to their utmost
potential.

Applications may be submitted via the Pre-Teen America Scholarship & Recognition
Program website www.preteenamerica.com or obtained by calling 225-752-6015 or
e-mailing info@preteenamerica.com.

Recommendations of young ladies are always welcome and may be provided by family,
teachers, Girl Scout leaders, coaches, dance instructors, etc. A recommendation
form as well as an informational video may be found on the website.

Since its inception in 1990, over 80,000 bright and gifted young ladies have
participated
nationwide and Pre-Teen America has awarded more than $925,000 in Educational
Bonds, Scholarships, and Awards. In addition, over $300,000 has been donated to its
national charities, "Make-A-Wish" Foundation and Shriners' Hospitals for Children
headquartered in Tampa, Florida.



Web Site = http://www.preteenamerica.com

Contact Details = Diane David
Pre-Teen America Scholarship & Recognition Program
8733 Siegen Lane #369
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
phone & fax:
225-752-6015
e-mail: diane@preteenamerica.com