Local woman named Wisconsin’s Miss Amazing
By Jason Arndt
Editor
For some girls and women, getting crowned at a pageant is just a dream, but Burlington’s Jenna Antreassian made the dream a reality last Saturday when she was named Wisconsin’s Miss Amazing.
Miss Amazing, a national competition that started in 2007, serves as a platform for girls and women with disabilities to share their abilities and ambitions.
“By encouraging its participants to dream big and reach their full potential, Wisconsin Miss Amazing proves that he world is a much better place when the talents and ambitions of all people are celebrated and valued,” the Wisconsin Miss Amazing website states.
Jenna, 26, was born with microcephaly, a medical condition that inhibits development of the brain and results in a smaller than normal head. She also has other disabilities, including blindness, but moves around with the help of a chocolate lab named Bella.
Jenna’s father, Andre, said the crown is indicative of her passion, including her willingness put others needs before her own.
“She is a sweetheart – loves the Lord,” he said. “She is not about herself at all. It is very special that she won something like this.”
The Antreassian family, which also include son Anthony, 14, are members of Faith Chapel in Burlington.
Jenna admits she had anxiety when she entered the competition, but became ecstatic when her name was called at the pageant held on the University of Wisconsin-Fox Valley campus in Menasha.
“I think the word for it would be amazing,” Jenna said. “I was excited, but nervous at the time.”
Jenna, who loves singing, delivered a rendition of “What Faith Can Do” as part of the contest.
To read the entire story see the Feb. 21 edition of the Burlington Standard Press.
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