Three MSD students lead "Pledge to the Flag" in three systems: fingerspelling, signed English and ASL at the opening.

 Chairperson Jeffrey Hockenberger gives warm welcome message at the opening ceremony.

Over 200 people in attendance.

Lahser High School deaf students rallying during the Fear Factor games.

MSD student tries to keep the board level as long as possible.

Michigan School for the Deaf team won the first Fear Factor traveling trophy.

Ron Schwartz won the adult version
of Fear Factor. $100 Prize

Exhibitions

Frieda Morrison (right) receives Ben Beaver Leadership Award from President McKittrick (left) for her outstanding contributions to the deaf and hh community.

Maureen Wallace,(left) retiring State Interpreter Coordinator of Division on Deaf and Hard of Hearing receives Interpreter of the Year award from Pres. McKittrick for her 19+ years of service.

Pageant After Glow refreshment

Rosie Switras gives her talent show during the pageant.

 14 Miss Deaf Michigan Pageant Contestants

 Rosie Switras is the new Miss Deaf Michigan 2005-2007. She will compete for Miss Deaf America at the NAD conference in 2006.

 New MDA officers 2005-2007

 Texas Hose-Down Buffet Dinner includes large shrimp, spare ribs, BBQ beef, chicken, etc.

 Actress Phyllis Frelich gives very inspiring presentation and performance.

 Frelich draws the first place raffle ticket of $500 won by Doris Watkins who donated $250 to Miss Deaf Michigan Pageant.