Kelsie Briann Jones of Madisonville, has been chosen as a state finalist in the National American Miss Tennessee Pageant, to be held Aug. 31 and Sept. 1 at the Marriott Hotel in Franklin.

Kelsie, age 15, is the daughter of Russell and Kim Jones. She attends Sequoyah High School, where she runs track. She also enjoys swimming, walking, basketball, dancing, singing, gymnastics, going to church and hanging out with family and friends. She enjoys scrapbooking, taking photos and four-wheeling, also.

The winner of the pageant will receive a $1,000 cash award, crown and banner, roses and air transportation to compete in the national pageant at Disneyland in California. Pageants are for girls age 4-18, in five age groups.

The National American Miss pageants are dedicated to celebrating America’s greatness and encouraging its future leaders. Each year, the pageant awards thousands in scholarships and prizes to recognize and assist in the development of young women nationwide. All activities are age-appropriate and family oriented.