MISS INDIANA TEEN USA 2025
Seventeen-year-old Kaelin Broad, a junior at Carmel High School, is the newly crowned Miss Indiana Teen USA 2025. She won the title on Saturday, April 5, representing her local title Miss Carmel Teen USA, and will go on to compete at Miss Teen USA 2025. Kaelin is the 43rd state titleholder in the history of the Indiana Teen USA program.
As Miss Indiana Teen USA 2025, she receives a cash scholarship, a $4,000 evening gown sponsorship, and full tuition to attend the LEAP Foundation’s weeklong leadership program at Pepperdine University. Her prize package includes official preparation for Miss Teen USA, a luggage set, wardrobe stipends, professional coaching, beauty and makeup allowances, and access to top industry experts. She also receives professional photoshoots, personalized beauty services, fitness training, meal prep, autograph cards, model representation opportunities, and exclusive glam gifts—and access to exciting opportunities and experiences.
AWARDS AT THE PAGEANT
At the state pageant, Kaelin was honored with the prestigious Miss Photogenic award, She was also named the recipient of the Sanders Award for Excellence, recognizing a contestant who embodies confidence, kindness, consistency, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
In the Preliminary Competition, Kaelin tied for first place in interview, placed second in activewear and evening gown. During the Final Competition, she won the activewear category and tied for second in evening gown.
About kaelin . . .
A state champion varsity cheerleader, Kaelin is also a member of the Black Student Alliance and African History Club. Her heart for service and community led her to create The Single Moms Project, an initiative inspired by her own upbringing that aims to encourage and support 100 single mothers this year. Kaelin is a passionate advocate for youth mental wellness, autoimmune disease awareness, and Black empowerment. She will bring her energy, empathy, and leadership to the MISS TEEN USA® stage as a voice for young people ready to create change.