Madeline Grace Asbell shares why she loves the scholarship side of the Miss Texas and Miss America Organization and how it inspires her educational goals.

This week, I participated in my first meeting as part of the Leander ISD Superintendent’s Student Advisory Council. It was an inspiring day of meeting other student leaders and sharing ideas for the future of our schools.

I was especially moved by a conversation with a peer passionate about food allergy awareness, which reminded me of Miss America’s Teen, Tess Ferm, and her platform “From Fear to Freedom” advocating for food allergy education nationwide. It’s a powerful reminder that when students bring their passions together, we can create real change.

I’m also grateful to the American Association of Caregiving Youth (AACY) for recognizing my work in their Treasure Talk newsletter. Their support helps connect my local leadership to the national movement making caregiving youth more visible and supported.

Caring for Mimi: Why I Advocate for Caregiving Youth

My name is Madeline Grace Asbell, and my journey as a Caregiving Youth began with my grandmother, Mimi, who had Alzheimer’s. While friends were at practices or school events, I was helping Mimi feel safe and supported. Today, I know there are 5.4 million Caregiving Youth across the U.S. balancing school and caregiving.

Through my platform, Giving Grace, I share my story to shine a light on Caregiving Youth, raise awareness, and remind every young caregiver: you are not alone.

— Madeline Grace Asbell

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✨👗 The Miss America Opportunity is built on four core values: Scholarship, Service, Success, and Style.

Of those, Style is especially meaningful to me. To me, style isn’t just about fashion — it’s about confidence, grace, and showing the world who you truly are through how you carry yourself.

It’s about living authentically, leading with purpose, and celebrating individuality. That’s why I love this core value so much. 💫

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