In a few short weeks, teens from across the state will converge in Mexico, MO to begin a week of interviews, talent performances and appearances as they pursue the title of Miss Missouri’s Teen.

The reigning Miss Missouri’s Teen is Bridget Caldwell of Florissant. She is the daughter of Scott and Tara Caldwell and attends high school at Duchesne High School in St. Charles. This year’s Miss Missouri’s Teen class of 2025 includes Miss Maryville’s Teen Addison Ditamore. She is the daughter of Michael and Amy Ditamore of Lee’s Summit. Addison is a student at Lee’s Summit High School.

Since she was crowned this winter, she has attended a variety of service projects and appearances throughout the state, focusing primarily on her service initiative, which is “Answering the Call Within: War Horses in Veterans.” Through this effort, Addison brings awareness to PTSD and mental health issues for veterans and first responders.

Miss Missouri and Miss Missouri’s Teen competition will begin June 11 and continue June 12 with preliminary competition for talent, on-stage question, fitness, and evening gown categories. The organization will crown the new Miss Missouri’s Teen on Friday, June 13 at Missouri Military Academy.

Tickets for the event are now on sale through the Mexico Area Chamber of Commerce office, located at 100 West Jackson Street or by calling 573-581-2765.

The Miss Missouri Scholarship Organization and the Miss Missouri’s Teen Scholarship Program are the top providers of scholarships for females in the state of Missouri. This year, the teen program awarded more than $32,000 in scholarships.