Homecoming & Back-to-School Fashion Show
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July 17, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Rhonda Howdyshell, President; Cinderella Project of the Shenandoah, 540 292 0978, [email protected]
Celebrity Guests Announced — Student Models Wanted
(Harrisonburg, Va.) — The Cinderella Project of the Shenandoah Valley Inc., a nonprofit organization that has provided homecoming and prom attire to teens in need for 22 years, will host its second Back-to-School & Homecoming Fashion Show at Valley Mall in Harrisonburg on Sunday, Aug. 9, from 2 to 4 p.m.
Fashion show organizers are excited to welcome two special guests from the Miss Virginia Opportunity: Miss Virginia 2026 Maddie Marchant and Miss Virginia's Teen 2026 Caedyn Riddle. In addition to modeling outfits of their choice, the titleholders will perform their talents during intermission, sign autographs and share runway and modeling tips with participating students.
Rhonda Howdyshell, founder of The Cinderella Project, is organizing the event and is excited about the opportunities it will provide for local students.
"This is a wonderful opportunity for area students to step into the spotlight and shine," Howdyshell said.
The fashion show will feature homecoming attire available through The Cinderella Project, along with the models' favorite back-to-school outfits. JCPenney, one of Valley Mall's retail partners, is providing complimentary outfits for the show and will offer discounts to attendees who wish to purchase featured fashions.
The event also will include Virginia's youngest fashionistas from the Miss Virginia Opportunity's Virginia's Stars program. Participants, ages 3-13, will showcase their favorite outfits while modeling back-to-school fashions on the runway.
Howdyshell encourages students of all ages, both young women and young men, to participate. No previous modeling experience is required. Those interested in modeling or learning more about the free event may contact her at [email protected].
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About the Miss Virginia Opportunity
The mission of the Miss Virginia Opportunity is to provide young women with opportunities to earn scholarship assistance in pursuit of their educational goals while creating and maintaining a system of competition that develops leaders and role models who exemplify positive American values.
About The Cinderella Project of the Shenandoah Valley
The Cinderella Project of the Shenandoah Valley empowers students to believe in themselves and achieve their goals by providing free prom and homecoming attire and accessories, helping them look and feel their best for life's special occasions.
Contact: Rhonda Howdyshell, President; Cinderella Project of the Shenandoah, 540 292 0978, [email protected]
Celebrity Guests Announced — Student Models Wanted
(Harrisonburg, Va.) — The Cinderella Project of the Shenandoah Valley Inc., a nonprofit organization that has provided homecoming and prom attire to teens in need for 22 years, will host its second Back-to-School & Homecoming Fashion Show at Valley Mall in Harrisonburg on Sunday, Aug. 9, from 2 to 4 p.m.
Fashion show organizers are excited to welcome two special guests from the Miss Virginia Opportunity: Miss Virginia 2026 Maddie Marchant and Miss Virginia's Teen 2026 Caedyn Riddle. In addition to modeling outfits of their choice, the titleholders will perform their talents during intermission, sign autographs and share runway and modeling tips with participating students.
Rhonda Howdyshell, founder of The Cinderella Project, is organizing the event and is excited about the opportunities it will provide for local students.
"This is a wonderful opportunity for area students to step into the spotlight and shine," Howdyshell said.
The fashion show will feature homecoming attire available through The Cinderella Project, along with the models' favorite back-to-school outfits. JCPenney, one of Valley Mall's retail partners, is providing complimentary outfits for the show and will offer discounts to attendees who wish to purchase featured fashions.
The event also will include Virginia's youngest fashionistas from the Miss Virginia Opportunity's Virginia's Stars program. Participants, ages 3-13, will showcase their favorite outfits while modeling back-to-school fashions on the runway.
Howdyshell encourages students of all ages, both young women and young men, to participate. No previous modeling experience is required. Those interested in modeling or learning more about the free event may contact her at [email protected].
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About the Miss Virginia Opportunity
The mission of the Miss Virginia Opportunity is to provide young women with opportunities to earn scholarship assistance in pursuit of their educational goals while creating and maintaining a system of competition that develops leaders and role models who exemplify positive American values.
About The Cinderella Project of the Shenandoah Valley
The Cinderella Project of the Shenandoah Valley empowers students to believe in themselves and achieve their goals by providing free prom and homecoming attire and accessories, helping them look and feel their best for life's special occasions.
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Where is it happening?
Valley Mall, Zales, 1925 E Market St, Harrisonburg, VA 22801, United States
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