Miss North Carolina

Elizabeth Claire Carty

What is the craziest thing you have ever done?
I agreed to participate in a nationally-televised teen reality show where I switched lives with another teenage girl from California.

Please list, starting with the latest, any schools and universities (public/private/graduate/trade or technical) you have or are attending, as well as the area of study, last date completed and any degree or certification you received.
Wesleyan Christian Academy - Senior - 2005.

Please list any Honors/Awards you have received in the past 2 years.
ACSI Distinguished Student Award
Citizenship Award
Scholar Athlete Award
National Honor Society
National Beta Club
Most Valuable Cheerleader Award
Coaches Award for Cheerleading
Most Improved Player in Soccer

What is the most interesting or surprising thing about you, or that has happened to you?
I was chosen to be on the national television show "Switched!" on ABC Family network. I traded lives with a teen from California. This taught me that teens everywhere have the same issues regardless of where they live. Also, it taught me how family is the most important aspect of life and that I am truly thankful to call North Carolina home.

Are you the oldest, youngest or a middle child and what does that mean to you?
I am the youngest. This means that I know that I will always be the baby to my family.

Name one person, family, friend, celebrity, who has had the most influence on your life.
Mrs. Pam Hall. Having been diagnosed with learning difficulties as a young child, I was fortunate to have been taught and loved by the perfect teacher, Pam Hall.

What charity/charities have you supported with your time and/or resources over past two years? Please provide the name of the charity, level of involvement.
National and North Carolina M.S. Society Fundraiser
National Breast Cancer Fundraiser
ARC - Association of Retarded Citizens Supporter and "Hugger and Lover" Fundraiser
Salvation Army Fundraiser
North Carolina Special Olympics Spokesperson for Opening Ceremonies and Award Presenter
North Carolina Historical Museum Fundraiser
High Point Regional Hospital - Heart Strides - Heart Disease Fundraiser
Pregnancy Care Center and Troubled Teens Fundraiser

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