Kyra Brockberg, a seventh-grader at Falcon Middle School in El Paso County Colorado School District 49 , was crowned queen of the preteen group at the Colorado Miss Amazing pageant March 30 in Parker, Colorado. The pageant is a platform for girls with disabilities.ìI like it because it gives us confidence, especially those who are shy,î Kyra said.Aislynn Cates, a sixth-grade student at FMS, was the first runner up for the preteen group.ìIt made me feel unique, and like I can do anything,î Aislynn said.Makiyla Dunson, a ninth-grader at Falcon High School, also participated in the event.Makiyla highlighted her abilities by participating in the talent portion.Jennifer Hills, a D 49 teacher of the deaf and hard of hearing, said, ìThe pageant focuses on the fantastic abilities of each and every participant.îColorado is one of 30 states across the country to host Miss Amazing events; about 100 girls in the state have participated in the program since 2017.
