2027 Young Miss Scholarship Competition
Friendship, scholarship, and hometown tradition.
A week of scholarship, fun, food, and friends for the 2027 Cheyenne County Young Miss Scholarship Competition.
Cheyenne County
Young Miss
A summer week filled with scholarship, friendship, hometown tradition, and unforgettable memories.June 27, 2027 @ 7:00 PM
See the girls' hardwork pay off by attending the Young Miss 2027 scholarship competition at St. Francis High School, 7:00pm.
Scholarship
Recognizing leadership, poise, service, talent, and future goals.
Food & Fun
Camp-themed gatherings, shared meals, and moments that make the week memorable.
Friends
A welcoming experience built around connection, confidence, and community.
Our Mission
Cheyenne County Young Miss
Strives for college-bound senior girls to:
Meet the Campers
Get to know the 2027 Cheyenne County Young Miss contestants.
Natalyn Bursch
Parents: Clint and Kayla Bursch
High School: Cheylin
Career Goal: Flower Shop Owner
College Choice: University of Nebraska Kearney
Performing Arts Presentation: Floral Arrangement presentation
Favorites
- TV Show: Downton Abbey
- Novel: The Summer I Turned Pretty
- Recording Artist: Ella Langley
- Athlete: Serena Sundell
- Personality of the Past: Mother Teresa
- Personality of Today: Angie Juenemann; Grandmother
Katia Kramer Vazquez
Parents: Dennis and Elda Kramer
High School: Cheylin
Career Goal: Cosmetologist
College Choice: Hays Academy of Hair Design
Performing Arts Presentation: Vocal Solo
Favorites
- TV Show: Stranger Things
- Novel: That’s Not My Name
- Recording Artist: Ivan Cornejo
- Athlete: Paige Bueckers
- Personality of the Past: Joe Kramer; Grandfather
- Personality of Today: Elda Kramer; Mother
Nina Martin
Parents: Zach Amster and Alice Barclay
High School: St. Francis
Career Goal: Graphic Designer
College Choice: University of Kansas
Performing Arts Presentation: Vocal Solo
Favorites
- TV Show: Stranger Things
- Novel: Better Than the Movies
- Recording Artist: Smashing Pumpkins
- Personality of the Past: Edgar Allen Poe
- Personality of Today: Kurt Cobain
Ash Barnhart
Parents: Derek Barnhart and Jamie Reich
High School: St. Francis
Career Goal: Ultrasound Tech and Paramedic
College Choice: Fort Hays State University
Performing Arts Presentation: Reciting an original poem
Favorites
- TV Show: Supernatural
- Novel: The Fault in Our Stars
- Recording Artist: Sofia Camara
- Personality of the Past: Marilyn Monroe
- Personality of Today: Tim Burton
Reagan Milne
Parents: Travis and Jennifer Milne
High School: St Francis
Career Goal: Undecided
College Choice: Kansas State University
Favorites
- TV Show: The Rookie
- Novel: Hunger Games
- Recording Artist: Alex Warren
- Athlete: Amit Elor
- Personality of the Past: Sybil Ludington
- Personality of Today: Nick Wilkens
Kira Sichler
Parents: Russell and Kathleen Berry
High School: St. Francis
Career Goal: Cosmetologist
College Choice: Fort Hays Tech Northwest
Performing Arts Presentation: Cheer routine
Favorites
- TV Show: The Last of Us
- Novel: Percy Jackson series
- Recording Artist: Sabrina Carpenter
- Personality of the Past: Rosa Parks
- Personality of Today: Billie Eilish
Bryanna Baca
Parents: Eduardo and Claudia Baca
High School: Cheylin
Career Goal: Nurse
College Choice: Fort Hays State University
Performing Arts Presentation: Vocal Solo
Favorites
- TV Show: Gilmore Girls
- Novel: The Fault in Our Stars
- Recording Artist: Ariana Grande
- Athlete: Sydney McLaughlin
- Personality of the Past: Mother Teresa
- Personality of Today: My Parents
Lilly Sabatka
Parents: Kasey and Jennifer Sabatka
High School: Cheylin
Career Goal: Nurse
College Choice: University of Mary
Performing Arts Presentation: Vocal Solo
Favorites
- TV Show: Gilmore Girls
- Novel: Educated
- Recording Artist: George Strait
- Athlete: Taylor McCarty
- Personality of the Past: Mother Teresa
- Personality of Today: Jennifer Sabatka; Mother
Ashlyn Schields
Parents: Kale and Darci Schields
High School: Cheylin
Career Goal: Oncology Nurse
College Choice: Fort Hays State University
Performing Arts Presentation: CPR demonstration
Favorites
- TV Show: Jane the Virgin
- Novel: It Ends with Us
- Recording Artist: Olivia Dean
- Athlete: Andi Jackson
- Personality of the Past: Jesus Christ
- Personality of Today: Drew Schields; Brother
Hayden Ketzner
Parents: Nick and Heidi Ketzner
High School: Cheylin
Career Goal: Agriculture Business
College Choice: Kansas State University
Favorites
- TV Show: Full House
- Novel: 1984
- Recording Artist: Flatland Cavalry
- Athlete: Caitlin Clark
- Personality of the Past: Helen Keller
- Personality of Today: Brady Ketzner; Brother
Camp Young Miss 2027
Program Highlights
Meet the people, traditions, and program details that help make the Cheyenne County Young Miss Scholarship Competition so special.
Young Miss 2025
Matilynn Smull
I am so thankful for the opportunity I have been given this past year serving as Cheyenne County Young Miss.
This experience has brought me lifelong friendships, memories, confidence, and opportunities that I will forever cherish.
To the next Cheyenne County Young Miss, have fun, enjoy every second, and never forget to be yourself.
Program
Order of Events
- Music Prelude
- Presentation of Flag
- National Anthem
- Opening Number & Parade of Contestants
- Meet the Judges
- Grace and Elegance Presentation
- Performing Arts Presentation
- Endurance Presentation
- Intermission
- Presentation of Awards
- Presentation of Finalists
- Presentation of Young Miss
Tonight’s Emcee
John Simmonds
John grew up in McDonald, Kansas and graduated from Cheylin High School before attending Kansas State University.
He has remained involved in the Cheyenne County community and is honored to support the Young Miss program.
Meet the Judges
Tonight’s Panel
Karissa Nelson
Karissa grew up in Garden City, Kansas and attended Fort Hays State University.
Andrea Holzwarth
Andrea currently serves as VP of Customer Operations & Sales Enablement with Project Lead The Way.
Dee Wellbrock
Dee was raised on a farm east of Ness City and has remained active in Kansas communities.
Mallory Koerner
Mallory was born and raised in Hays, Kansas and attended Fort Hays State University.
Jan Crouse
Jan Crouse is a proud Atwood native and owner of Crouse Real Estate and JC&Co.
Cheyenne County Young Miss Chairman
Mandie Boone
Mandie is entering her third year as chairman of Cheyenne County Young Miss. This program has had a special place in her heart since she was crowned Cheyenne County Young Miss 2009.
Mandie is a successful business owner, mother of two, Karsen and Owen, wife to Jared, daughter, and friend. The sacrifice she makes each year to support the contestants of Cheyenne County Young Miss is not something she takes lightly, and we are very grateful for her.
Mandie and her team would like to say a heartfelt thank you to all the fantastic people who make this program possible. Mandie feels so blessed to live in such a kind and generous community that gives through time, meals, donations, and support.
To the next Cheyenne County Young Miss, I hope you find the experience as fulfilling and rewarding as I did. I wish you the best of luck!