Long Valley Resident Crowned Miss New Jersey’s Teen 2025

LONG VALLEY, NJ — A Long Valley high schooler has been honored by the state and her hometown as she was crowned Miss New Jersey’s Teen recently.

Delaney Higgins, a 17-year-old at West Morris Central High School, was recently given the honor of being crowned Miss New Jersey’s Teen. The young lady is enrolled in the school’s International Baccalaureate Program while dually enrolled at Seton Hall University.

This was the teen’s third year participating in the Miss America Opportunity, and she has earned over $15,000 in scholarships to support her education.

In addition to focusing on her education, Delaney is a three-year Team USA member for baton twirling, currently ranked Top 10 in the world, and a multi-time national champion.

The 2025 Miss New Jersey’s Teen is also very active in community service, with her initiative being “No Limits: Inspiring Acceptance and Independence for All Diverse-Abilities.” Delaney’s inspiration for her community involvement is motivated by her twin brother, who was born without his right arm. She strives to advocate for “inclusion, acceptance, and greater independence for individuals of all diverse abilities.”

Delaney was recently honored by the Washington Township committee for her achievements.

Mayor Michael Marino issued a proclamation congratulating Delaney on her success and recognizing “not only her poise and grace, but also her commitment to academic excellence, community service, and leadership among her peers.”

Delaney aspires to become a high school social worker, focusing on “helping students with intellectual disabilities succeed,” and “making a lasting impact on the lives of others.”