Miss Greater East Bay MAO

09/30/2024

It has been an honor and privilege of being your Miss Greater East Bay. I have loved every second of it and have grown so much from this title. I was able to work on my community service initiative, volunteer at many events, and educate others about the Miss California and Miss America Organizations. 👑

Thank you to Sarah and Carmen for guiding me and mentoring me through Miss California competition week and other events. Thank you for also trusting me and allowing me to be apart of this amazing group!

Dallas and Tori, thank you for being the best sister titleholders. I had so much fun getting to know you and becoming friends with you! ❤️

Thank you to all my sponsors for believing in me and supporting me through this year.

I have made so many friends with all of the smart and kind titleholders this year. I am so glad I met them and excited to continue our friendship.

Serving as Miss Greater East Bay has been my biggest pleasure and I am so thankful for having this title.

Goodbye and Thank you,

Ella O’Connell
Miss Greater East Bay 2024✨

09/20/2024

A few weeks ago I was honored to ride in the Solano Stroll with my cousin,

It was so fun to meet everyone and learn more about everyone’s booths. I was able to talk about volunteering with the Miss America Organization, teach young girls about the different programs through Miss California, and even speak with other traditional dancers about my talent.
The best yet most terrifying part was having the opportunity to old a snake!!

I also took this opportunity to rewear a dress that was so generous to give us for our opening number at the Miss California Competition. Thank you!!

09/11/2024

Happy (belated) Birthday Miss America!!! 🎉
This organization has changed my life and I am so grateful for the numerous opportunities!

07/11/2024

Yesterday I had the best time visiting the Lathrop children’s library to read a few stories. I was able to read some books as well as explain what the Miss America Organization is about. I appreciate this opportunity and had an incredible time. 📚📖

07/03/2024

JOIN Layla Rose Castillo along with Miss California Kimberly Vernon Peninsula & San Francisco at the largest Independence Day Parade in Nothern California!! The Grand Marshall will be the VOICE OF MINNIE MOUSE!!!!

Come out and celebrate the 4th of July in Redwood City! Exciting events await! http://www.parade.org/

Here's what's happening in Downtown Redwood City and the Port:
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. - Pancake Breakfast with Redwood City Fire Department at Fire Station 9 (755 Marshall Street). Breakfast is $10 and benefits the Redwood City Firefighters Association.

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. - Chalk Full of Fun on Courthouse Square (Also Wednesday, July 3) https://www.rwcpaf.org/chalk-full-of-fun

9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. - Downtown Festival Activities,
Support local organizations and artists at the annual Festival. There will be arts and craft booths, food, and entertainment for the thousands of people that attend the festival immediately after the parade. Click for a schedule: https://www.parade.org/festival/

10:00 a.m. - Fourth of July Parade: https://www.parade.org/parade/
Come be a part of the largest Independence Day parade in Northern California.

Since 1939, it's been the place to be on the 4th of July. The Peninsula Celebration Association welcomes voice actress Kaitlyn Robrock as our 2024 Parade Grand Marshal!

Kaitlyn Robrock been the voice of many animated characters and is currently the voice of Minnie Mouse for Disney.

7:00 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. - Pre-Fireworks Concert at the Port of Redwood City with Love Struck Band.

Come be a part of the largest Independence Day parade in Northern California. The parade starts promptly at 10 a.m.

06/16/2024

Check out my amazing talented titleholder Miss Greater East Bay MAO
Ella O'Connell
Made the Visalia times paper!!!

She did so incredible on this stage I am sooooo proud of her and was honored to have her as a first time titleholder as a teen and now seen her grow into this beautiful woman

Love you Ella

06/15/2024

Teen finals were Thursday night and I am so impressed with every girl who competed. Congratulations to Keira, you have worked so hard for this and cannot wait to see you on the Miss America’s Teen stage. Dallas, Miss All-American City’s Teen, you did a phenomenal job and I am so proud of you.

06/13/2024

I cannot believe that we are more than halfway done with our Miss California competition week!! I am so grateful for this opportunity and thankful for all the extraordinary women who are competing along side me. Remember to tune in to the Miss Talent R***e on Friday and Miss Finals this Saturday!!!

06/13/2024

Last night was Miss California prelims! I competed onstage conversation, fitness, and evening gown. Congratulations to all the prelim winners! I am so excited to compete in talent on Friday! ✨

06/12/2024

Day 1 Prelims after Competition with Miss Greater East Bay MAO Ella O'Connell

Layla Rose Castillo
Carmen Torrecillas
Miss California Organization
Miss California
Miss San Joaquin County Scholarship Alliance
Miss San Joaquin County Little Sisters & Little Brothers

06/12/2024

Check out our Miss Greater East Bay MAO Ella O'Connell showing us her Fitness Phase of the Competition. WAY TO GO ELLA!

Miss California Organization
Miss California
Miss San Joaquin County Scholarship Alliance
Miss San Joaquin County Little Sisters & Little Brothers

06/12/2024

Our Gorgeous Ella O'Connell answering On Stage Question for the Miss California Organization Miss California Competition.

Great Job Miss Greater East Bay MAO

Miss San Joaquin County Little Sisters & Little Brothers
Miss San Joaquin County Scholarship Alliance