Andrea Smith, 17, has her hair curled by Brithney Johnson at Prom Prep 2011 Pretty Girl Rock. More than 100 teenage foster girls under the supervision of the Los Angeles County Department of Children and Family Services are prepped for their prom at Valley Beth Shalom in Encino on April 10, 2011. The teens had their makeup and hair done by professional hair and makeup stylists who volunteered their time. The girls get to choose a dress, purse, shoes and jewelry that were donated for the event. The event is presented by the Adopt a Child Abuse Caseworker Program.
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Chloe Boyain, 17, has her makeup done by Kendra Richards.
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Salina Ramos, 15, Mallack Shabazz, 16, and Angelica Ramos, 17, ham it up for photos as Keary Slater with Slater Entertainment looks on.
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Beverly Sterman helps Anissa Darrett, 17, as she puts on earrings.
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Rayla Brown, 13, looks for a dress with Caylie Geofand.
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Racks of dresses were available for the prom guests.
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Lino Sheile has her picture taken by Neysa West of Gary West Productions.
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Jadyn Davis, 13, and Diamond Dyson, 14, show off their glam looks.
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Encino CA, USA — Claudia Benjamin enjoys her walk down the red carpet with escort James Ellison at Prom Prep 2011 Pretty Girl Rock.
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