Sponsor:
Samoa News, Pago Pago, American Samoa

Age, Grade:
14, Seventh Grade

School:
Aua Elementary School, Aua, American Samoa

Profile:
Tynishia is very active in her church and its youth group. She is a member of her school's student council and volleyball team. She loves to write and has won several essay-writing awards. Steak and eggs is her favorite breakfast meal. From the songs to the television show to the movie, all things Hannah Montana are of interest to Tynishia. She aspires to become an accountant. Her cousin, Ya-Nee Lin, participated in the 1999 national finals.