Without my sponsor, my year would not have been possible. On July 21^st, I met with my sponsor, in South Saint Paul. Rochelle and her husband David are great sponsors and supporters of the Inver Grove Heights Scholarship Program.

We had the opportunity to talk about events and highlights of my year. Bruce the Bug Guy at the Veterans Memorial Community Center, and the Rosemount Leprechaun Days Parade are a couple of my favorite recent events. There have been so many great events this year, its hard picking a favorite. We talked about upcoming events that I’m looking forward to like the Special Olympics Summer Luau and how soon it will be time to crown the 2015 Junior Miss Inver Grove Heights.

This has been a great year and I’m so thankful and happy to be sponsored by Rochelle at Captive Images Hair Salon.                                                                                            

  Audrey Wulfing                                                                                

 Junior Miss Inver Grove Heights 2014

 On July 19 2014, my royal sisters and I participated in the  . It was a nice day for a parade — the weather was just right! While we were getting our float set up, we got to see the Rosemount cheerleaders practice their routine. The pyramid they did was awesome! I noticed that some of the other cities from previous parades were in this one as well. It’s nice to see surrounding communities support each other and I’m glad I can be a part of it! Happy Parade season!!

Chloe Patnaude

Inver Grove Heights Little Princess 2014

On July 18th, I attended the with board members Dan and Carol Swenson. I really enjoyed walking into the room full of friendly candidates and getting to know them, as well as catching up withother visiting royalties. The St. Paul Winter Carnival royal family was there as well — they are always a fun group to hang out with! The fashion show itself was a really great way to get to know the candidatesas they displayed an “all about me” outfit, which they further explained upon arriving at the end of the runway. In addition, the candidates modeled a business attire outfit and a formal gown, which both also related and displayed their personalities. They are definitely a unique, outgoing, and accomplished group of women and I can’t wait to see who gets selected at the Rice Street Coronation in a few weeks. Our own Kati Giles (Miss Inver Grove Heights 2011) is a candidate vying for one the Rice Street crowns.  Good luck Kati!!  To end the night, I had the pleasure of going out for ice cream with Dan and Carol! What a fun night!

Kelsey Stout

Miss Inver Grove Heights 2014

As my year winds down, I want to take one more opportunity to thank my sponsor.  Associated Bank has given me a year of memories, and I am grateful for their support in  the Inver Grove Heights Scholarship Program.

I have been given an opportunity this year to be an ambassador for our community.  I represented Inver Grove Heights through community service projects and attending other community events around Minnesota and in Wisconsin.  Thank you to Associated Bank for sponsoring.

Without sponsors, this program wouldn’t exist.  Yes, I will receive a scholarship at the end of my reign, but this program is so much more.  I have more self-confidence when meeting new people; I am more comfortable talking in front of groups; I have had an opportunity to meet some amazing people; and most of all, I have five royal sisters for life.

Thank you Associated Bank.  You have provided me with memories of a lifetime.

Natalie Taufen

2014 Little Miss Inver Grove Heights 2014

I chose to serve Dakota Pediatric Clinic as one of my service projects. My brother has been a patient for 17 years. I have been a patient for 9 years and my sister has been a patient for 7 years. I was trying to think of a way to help them out since they have taken such good care of us. So, I came up with the idea to volunteer to sanitize and clean the whole clinic. From sanitizing A LOT of toys to door handles, cabinets, chairs, video game controllers, exam rooms, desks, counter tops, sinks, toilets and bathrooms, I don’t think we left that place with a germ! Even the windows and glass doors were cleaned. The staff was so thankful and appreciative, I was glad I could give back! I had asked how often the staff had to sanitize the waiting room and they told me daily! That makes me feel good though knowing they are preventing the spread of germs from patient to patient. Dakota Pediatric Clinic is located in Inver Grove Heights. It was founded by Jane VanRoekel (who I miss) and her husband in 1984. Dr VanRoekel’s son Robert Deeb currently operates the clinic.

Chloe Patnaude

Inver Grove Heights Little Miss Princess 2014