The deadline to become a 2013 Valley of Flowers queen candidate is fast approaching.

The last day to submit an application is Friday, Feb. 8.

Candidates must meet the following criteria:

• Must be 16 years old by April 30
• A junior in high school
• Resident of city of Florissant
• Have a sponsor (sponsors do not have to be a Florissant business.)

Judging for the queen contest will take place April 7 at the James J. Eagan Center, and the queen, first runner-up and three maids will be announced at the end of the Valley of Flowers parade, May 5. The queen will also receive a $1,000 scholarship.

Last year, Monica Wilson was crowned Valley of Flowers Queen.

The Valley of Flowers runs from May 3-5.