It was the second time the Middletown High School student participated in the competition.
The high school senior and varsity cheerleader has been competing inpageantssince she was about 5 years old.
I love the stage so much, I have lots of confidence, she toldCBS News.
They are who they are.
Be kind to one another, and Down syndrome doesnt hold me back!
Kaylas representing all individuals with Down syndrome.
Theres a bigger picture.