On a night filled with grace, purpose, and bold voices for change, the Miss Forney Scholarship Pageant 2025 brought the city together to celebrate a group of remarkable young women using their platforms to inspire, advocate, and uplift.
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From powerful spoken word performances to personal testimonies of resilience, each contestant brought something unique to the stage—proof that this pageant is about so much more than crowns and sashes. It’s about character, leadership, and community impact.

👑 Meet This Year’s Winners

🥇 Miss Forney Scholarship Grand Winner: Aria Price

 

Aria captured the crown with her poise, intelligence, and heartfelt commitment to advocacy. As the inaugural winner, she set a high standard, proving that leadership isn’t just what you say—but how you serve.

 

 

🥈 1st Runner-Up: Nila Hooks

At just 16, Nila brought grace and courage to the spotlight, sharing her personal journey through mental health challenges. “I want to be an advocate for those silently battling low self-esteem and mental health,” she said during her moving speech. Her message resonated deeply with the crowd, reminding us all of the strength found in vulnerability.

 

 

🌟 Miss Congeniality: Jadynn Ruffin

Known for her calm spirit and big dreams, Jadynn stood out not only for her warmth and friendliness but also for her commitment to mental health advocacy and future plans to become an OBGYN. Her platform centered on service, kindness, and long-term impact.
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🌟 Honorable Mentions That Stole the Show

Natalie Rodriguez inspired with her incredible vocal performance and passion for kindness, leadership, and community-building.

 

Hailey Marie Lemme delivered a raw and emotional spoken word performance on domestic violence, showcasing her commitment to advocacy and volunteerism.

 

Kylee Nicole Orona brought faith to the forefront through her sermon and spoken word. A proud member of Lake Pointe Church, Kylee’s message was one of hope, purpose, and connection.
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💛 A Night Fueled by Community

This year’s pageant wasn’t just about spotlighting individual talent—it was about bringing a community together. From parents and educators to city leaders and sponsors, the outpouring of support helped make this night unforgettable.

We want to extend a heartfelt thank-you to the partners who made this event possible:

  • City of Forney
  • Forney ISD
  • Forney Chamber of Commerce
  • Don Morphy

Your dedication to empowering youth through opportunity, mentorship, and recognition has planted seeds of transformation that will grow for years to come.
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✨ More Than a Pageant—A Movement

The Miss Forney Scholarship Pageant is a proud initiative under Threads for Change, supporting education, leadership development, and youth empowerment. Through platforms like this, we give young people a space to share their truth, speak their vision, and be seen—not just for how they look, but for who they are and what they believe in.

 

As we look ahead to the next season, one thing is clear: Forney is full of fierce, thoughtful, and purpose-driven young leaders ready to change the world.

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