Itiswithgreatexcitementandgratitudethatwewelcomeyoutothisyear’sGirls Symposium a space dedicated to empowerment, inspiration, and growth. Today, we come together to celebrate the resilience, brilliance, and limitless potentialofyoungwomenastheynavigatetheirjourneystowardsuccess. Thissymposiumismorethananevent;itisamovement.Itisaplacewherevoices are heard, confidence is built, and opportunities are discovered. Through insightfuldiscussions,powerfulmentorship,andsharedexperiences,wehopeto ignite the ambition and passion that will drive the next generation of female leaders.
Greetings and welcome to the Texans Can Academies Inaugural Moving Into Your Future Symposium! I presentlyserveasthepresidentofAlphaKappaAlpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Alpha Xi Omega Chapter establishedin1929inDallas,Texaswithamembership of900.SomebodytoldmeasachildthatIwouldnever amounttoanything,butIhaveprovedthemwrong.I madeitwiththehelpofadultswhoconvincedmethatI hadwhatitwouldtaketomakeitinlife.HereIamstill standing strong sharing my story with you during Women’sHistoryMonth.
AsaformerEnglishteacher,counselor,andadministratoroftheArlingtonandDallas Independent School Districts, I am ecstatic to share the same space with young ladies whoaremovingintotheirfuture. Myhopeisthatthesessionsplannedwillprovideyou withlifeskills,information,experience,exposure,andopportunitiestosoarlikeeaglesin yourlife’sjourney. Mayyourfuturelivesbeasbrightasashiningstar!
Thepresentersinvestinginyoutodayhavevastexperienceandwillsharetheirstorywith youthatisnotthatdifferentfromyours. Clingtoeverywordsothatyoucanpasson the knowledge given to you. I look forward to hearing how your story goes and the impacttheopportunityhasonyou.
I wish you joy, love, and happiness throughout your life journey. Take the skills, knowledge,experienceandapplythemwhenneededtokeepyoumovingforward. Go forthandprosper,Queen!
Humbly,
RoseMaryChildsBolden
Tina Shaw
Principal,TexansCanAcademy-PleasantGrove
Ms.TinaShawisadedicatededucationalleaderwithover30 years of experience in public and charter schools. She holds Master's degrees in Educational Administration and School CounselingfromPrairieViewA&MUniversityandcompleted her Superintendency at the University of Texas at Arlington. Ms.ShawcurrentlyservesasPrincipalatTexansCan-Pleasant Grove, bringing her leadership experience from Texans CanCFBandTexansCan-Garland.Shepreviouslyheldprincipal andassistantprincipalrolesatEvolutionAcademyandHonors AcademyCharterSchools.
Her career began in Dallas ISD, where she contributed as a PhysicalEducationTeacher,GirlsBasketballCoach,andLead Sixth Grade Teacher. Ms. Shaw is a proud member of Alpha KappaAlphaSorority,Inc.,embodyingitsvaluesofsisterhood, service,andscholarship.Awomanoffaith,sheiscommittedto fosteringtrust,relationships,andacademicexcellence.
RoseMary Childs Bolden
RoseMary Childs Bolden, a Dallas native and WW Samuell High School graduate, earned her Bachelor's and Master's degrees from East Texas A&M University-Commerce. A retired educator, she dedicated her career to Dallas and ArlingtonISDs,excellingasateacher,counselor,administrator, and central office staff member. Honored as Teacher of the Year in 1995, she received numerous distinctions. A life memberofAlphaKappaAlphaSorority,Inc.,RoseMaryhas served Alpha Xi Omega Chapter in various leadership roles, includingcommitteechairandvicepresident,andisthenewly electedchapterpresidentfor2024-2025.
She received Soror of the Year awards at both regional and chapter levels. RoseMary is a Registered Parliamentarian and servesontheboardsoftheIvyandPearlFoundationofDallas and EMB Chrysalis Foundation, where she has significantly contributedtoscholarshipfundraising.Hergreatestjoyisher son, Michael Craig Bolden II, his wife Vandrunika, and her grandson,MichaelCraigBoldenIII.
Dr. Shenequa C. Miller, an award-winning author and entrepreneur, empowers through community service, financialliteracy,andgenerationalwealth.With30yearsin education and 25+ as a business owner, her career reflects sustainablesuccessrootedinfaith
Owner of SCM Integrity First Companies, a Dallas/Ft. Worth construction firm, she leads multi-million-dollar projects, revitalizing underserved areas. Holding advanced degrees in Education, Counseling, and Psychology, she is a veteran-approvedbuilderwithWBEcertifications HonoredwiththeKeytoGilmer,Texas,Dr.Millerisactive inAlphaKappaAlphaSorority,Inc.Shevaluesher33-year marriage, four children, and two granddaughters as her lastinglegacy.
Dr. Januari Lewis, a Dallas native and Xavier University of Louisiana alumna, earned her Doctor of Pharmacy in 2000. Returning to Dallas, she championed healthcare access, serving onboardsforBaylorScott&WhiteandtheAmericanDiabetes Association. Professionally, she led pharmacy operations, directingcharitableinitiatives.Afteradecade,shetransitionedto specialty operations, opened a wellness center, and founded OxiJan,LLC
Retiring from retail, Dr Lewis focuses on community service SheservesasVicePresidentforIllustriousAngels,Treasurerfor the Miss Xavier Alumni Group, and Adjunct Faculty at UNT HealthScienceCenter.Recognizedforhercontributions,she's received awards like Outstanding Board Member and 2025 Outstanding Business Woman of the Year. Dr. Lewis actively volunteersandadvocatesforvariouscauses.
Rocky
Author,Producer ProfessionalSpeaker
“Rock-T” Turner
MemberoftheRickey SmileyMorningShow
FormerProBaseballPlayerDr.ROCKYTURNER,Knowntotheworldas“ROCK-T” andcurrentmemberoftheRICKEYSMILEYMORNINGRADIOSHOW-ROCK-T reaches8+millionlistenersdaily.YouhaveseenhimonthepopularTVshowsDISH NATION & Host of DANCE CLUB 21. ROCK-T has added to his entertainment careerbybuildingaremarkablebrandandlegacy.HeisfounderandcreatorofSTOMP WARS GLOBAL, the most successful STEP competition and movement in the world, whichnowservesasalife-transformingcollegeandcareerpathwayforstudentsandyoung adults.ROCK-TproducesthepopularROCK-TRADIODJMIXESwhichcurrentlyair inover50MarketsnationwideasafeatureonTheRickeySmileyWeekendJumpOff HeIs alsoco-hostoftwopodcasts,ThePERFECTPAIRPodcastwithhiswifeKrystalandI HATETHEHOMIESSportsPodcast.
AsanAuthor&Speaker,ROCK-Thasfoundsuccessandbuiltabrandonnotmaking excuses and getting things done - despite obstacles. Now he takes his powerful “NO EXCUSES,GETITDONE”book&messagestoUniversities,Nonprofits,andFortune 500Companiesnationwide.Hispassionforgivingbacklaunchedhis501c3Mentorship Program&youth-driveninitiativetheROCKTEENYouthFoundation.Hereceivedan Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters Degree for his humanitarian and philanthropic contributionstosociety.Withallofthis,ROCK-T’sgreatestpassionofallishisfamily.He &wifeKrystalaretheproudparentsoftwodaughters&ason.
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nia Griffin, a Dallas native and Ursuline demy graduate, holds a BBA in Accounting mSMUandanMBAfromLibertyUniversity. four-decadecareerspansacademiaandpublic ice,includingnearly24yearswiththeIRS.Asa merDavenportUniversityprofessor,sheignited ssionforaccountinginherstudents.
yondherprofessionalachievements,Ellainia'slife is rich with faith, family, and travel. A devoted motheroftwo,shecherishestimespentwithloved ones, exploring diverse cultures through cooking and travel, with Paris and Hawaii holding special placesinherheart.For36years,shesharedherlife withthelateRev Dr HerbertGriffin,aretiredUS NavyChaplain,buildingalegacyofloveandshared adventures
Alexandria Griffin
Alexandria Griffin, a Dallas resident originally fromBethesda,MD,isadedicatedPublicHealth Professional. As a Monitoring and Evaluation Technical Director for the Center for Medicare andMedicaidServices,sheleveragesherBachelor's fromXavierUniversityofLouisianaandMaster's from UNC Chapel Hill to improve health outcomes. The daughter of the late Rev. Dr. HerbertL.GriffinJr.andEllainiaGriffin,Alexis passionate about wellness, demonstrated by her vegetarian/pescatarian lifestyle and culinary explorations.
Herentrepreneurialspiritisevidentinherbaking venture,Marie'sSweetTreats.Beyondhercareer andculinarypassions,Alexisanavidinternational travelerandprioritizesspiritualandphysicalselfcare A long-time member of Hamilton Park UMC,sheactivelyengageswithyouthandserves ontheStaffParishRelationsCommittee.
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former Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the Bureau o Prisons, she secured a federal grant for homeless vetera employment An Air Force veteran, she's also a VWN boar member.
Dr. Sturdivant recently published "Hey Journey, Her Voic journals.Herresearchfocusesonhealthdisparities,trauma,and veteranissues.HerworkincludestheLJSModelandstudieson Blackcommunitymentalhealthperceptions.Shepresentedon motivational interviewing at a national conference. Residing near Dallas-Fort Worth, she's a mother of two sons, one a mechanicalengineerandtheotherabasketballathlete Herselfcareincludestravel,arts,andAlphaKappaAlphaactivities.
Marchelle Lee, LPC-S
MarcheleLee,LPC-S,isaTexas-borntherapist,businessstrategist, andmentalhealthadvocate.WithanMBAfromTexasTechanda Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Capella, she blends business acumen with therapeutic expertise Marchele's diverse experience includes roles at Metrocare, psychiatric hospitals, and CVS Aetna, alongside her involvement in the Dallas Metro CounselingAssociation.
In2017,shefoundedAccedenceCounseling,nowathrivinggroup practiceacrossTexas Specializinginconfidence,boundaries,and anxiety, Marchele empowers clients to break free from peoplepleasingandcultivateself-empowerment.Shealsomentorsaspiring therapists, equipping them for successful private practices, ensuringasupportiveandtransformativetherapeuticexperience.
YulondaPridgeon'sextensivecareerspansmultiplefacetsofeducationandcommunity engagement.AsanEarlyLearningInstructionalSpecialistforDallasISD,sheleverages25 yearsofexperiencetoshapeyoungminds.Thisdedicationtoeducationiscomplemented by her entrepreneurial spirit as the owner of Parties and Pretty Things, where she channels her creativity into crafting memorable events Further demonstrating her commitmenttoservice,YulondahasbeenadedicatedmemberofAlphaKappaAlpha Sorority, Incorporated® for 26 years, actively contributing as a co-chair for the Encountersprogram.
Beyond her professional and community roles, Yulonda is a devoted mother and a womanofdiverseinterests.Shecherishesherroleasa"girlmom"toRhailey,Ariel,and Ila, balancing family life with her passions for shopping, traveling, and creative expression.Herabilitytomentorgirlsanddesignstylisheventsshowcaseshertalentfor bringingvisionstolife,allwhilemaintainingasenseofeleganceandflair SheholdsaBS in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff,providingastrongfoundationforherworkwithbothchildrenandfamilies.
Dr. Michelle Kindred is a Professor of Education Leadership, author, writer, substantiveeditor,andcontributingauthorofCherylMagazineandotherBlack enterpriseperiodicals.SheisanIntentionalLifeAndTherapeuticWritingCoach. HerbookMyStoryYourHope,WhenFear,Pain,Loss,andGriefAreTooMuch toIgnoremadetheAmazonBestSellerslistintwocategoriesandisavailablein Barnes and Noble and BooksAMillion. Her philosophy is driven by practicing intentionality,mindfulness,andexistentialwell-beingandrecognizingourGodgivenpurpose Mostofherworkiscoupledwithapassionforlisteningtoand motivating Black and marginalized educators and students to overcome the unconsciousbarriersthatimpedetheirscholasticcapacity.
Dr.MichelleistheexecutiveleaderandownerofTheRedCardinalExperience Inc., a nonprofit foundation that supports God-inspired visions and dreams of Blackentrepreneursthroughphilanthropiceffortsanddonations.Additionally,it offersacademicscholarshipsforhighschoolseniorsandadultstransitioningfrom othercareersintoeducation,teaching,psychology,andbehavioralsciences.
W L I M I T S
D R E A M , P L A N , D O ( V I S I O N B O A R D I N G )
Quinnie Nichols
Quinnie Nichols is a dynamic leader empowering her community through diverse ventures. A Lancaster ISD Trustee and founder of Queenish Professional Women’s Club, she champions women ' s professional growth. As CEOofAffirmMeritandanExecutiveLeaderatCreative OutreachSolutions,shedrivesregulatorycomplianceand mentorship programs. With 20+ years in real estate and creditrepair,plus27yearsinfinancialservices,shefosters financial stability Her advocacy for economic empowermentshinesthroughinitiativeslike"BlackDollar Days"andcommunityevents.
A military spouse, author, and mentor, Quinnie's dedication extends to assisting the homeless via Winnie WingsofAngels Adevotedmotherandgrandmother,she cherishesher16-yearcollectionofBlackdolls,celebrating culturalheritage.
Erica McKenzie
Erica McKenzie, an Oak Cliff native and Duncanville High graduate, holds degrees from Texas A&MCommerce and Lamar University. Initiated into Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.® in 2003, she's a devotedwifeandmotheroftwo,plusafurryfriend.After 13 years in public education as a teacher and counselor Erica transitioned to entrepreneurship and real estate in 2022.ShenowservesclientsacrossDallas-FortWorthand Houston.
A30-yearmemberofOakCliffBibleFellowship,herfaith is paramount. Erica also mentors new real estate agents and volunteers in the DFW area, investing in future leaders.
Adevotedwifeandmotheroffour,includingthreeadultchildrenandabonusson pursuing a PhD at UNT, she values family and education. A 27-year member of FriendshipWestBaptistChurch,sheleadstheTruthSeekersclass,dedicatedtobiblical exegesis Mrs Jackson is also a proud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®,AlphaXiOmegachapter
Dr.Alexanderisaseasonedpsychotherapistwhohasownedandoperatedaprivategroup mentalhealthpracticeforover20years.Shehasspearheadedprogramshelpingover17,000 individualsandfamiliesinthemetroplexandservesastheDirectorofPaulQuinnCollege’s MentalHealthClinic. HerworkhighlightingtheEmotionalityofSuccessforprofessional women helps them understand the journey to success does not make them immune to emotional and cognitive challenges Her latest project, “My College Mental Health '' is a comprehensive system designed to prepare pre-college and college students to address and supporttheirmentalhealthneedsinschool.
The easy-to-read book, “10 + Things I Wish I Knew About Mental Health in College,” shouldbeinthehandsofeverypre-collegeandcollegestudent.Shespeakstosmallandlarge audiencesabouttheimportanceofmentalhealthtodecreasethestigmasurroundingmental health treatment Personally, she is a member of Mt Olive Baptist Church in Arlington Texas, has been married for 30 years to her best friend, and they have raised three kids togetherwhohaveallgivenherandherhusbandtheblessingofbeingemptynesters.
Aaliyah Haqq
Aaliyah Haqq, SVP at Northview Company, empowersbusinessleaderswithstrategicrealestate decisions.Passionateaboutimpactfulprojects,she led a transformative medical office development, hailedasalegacyproject.Heroperationalacumen revealshiddenpotentialinspaces.
A dedicated community advocate, Aaliyah serves on the Dallas CASA Board, Hofstra's Health Professions Advisory Committee, and the Dallas City Plan Commission She's also an active member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®.
With a BS in Community Health from Hofstra University, Aaliyah is a Licensed Texas Realtor, driventocreatelastingcommunityvalue.
Jasmine T. Hunter
Jasmine T. Hunter is a dedicated Broker/Owner with a passion for guiding clients through the complexities of buying, selling, and building their ideal homes. Backed by years of experience and specializedcertifications,includingSRS,ABR,and BAP, she provides expert knowledge and personalizedservice.Herinvolvementinherfamily's constructionandpropertymanagement/investment businesses further enhances her ability to offer comprehensivesolutions.
Withabackgroundandongoingroleineducation, Jasmine finds immense joy in empowering others through practical and engaging learning experiences She is committed to fostering success andmakingtherealestatejourneybothinformative andenjoyable.
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Amber Minion
AmberMinion,aMississippinative,chasedherbig dreams to Dallas in 2014, landing at State Farm. After six years, she bravely launched Minion Insurance Agency in 2021, betting on herself duringthepandemic.Thiswasn'tjustbusiness;it was about building a legacy Her Hurst, Texas agencythrives,earninglocalrecognition Amber,a devoteddaughterandonlychild,builthersuccess fromthegroundup.
Patricia Adams Williams is a seasoned leader in education and community development. As CEO of American Care Academy, founded in 2002, she provides vital early childhood education resources in Dallas, including a partnership with Dallas Can Academy. Her dedication extends globally through She Empowerment Global, an NGO empowering economically disadvantaged women with entrepreneurial skills, recently launching its Ghanachapter.
Ms Williams established the American Care Foundation in 2001, further solidifying her commitment to family and child support. Holding a BS in Business Administration from the University of ArkansasatPineBluffandanMBAfromLeTourneauUniversity,she is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry through Jakes Divinity SchoolandGeorgeFoxUniversity,drivingimpactfulchangelocally andinternationally.
Flora Gray-Webb
FloraGray-WebbisadedicatedProgramManager with a proven record of community service. Raised in Bigelow, Arkansas, she earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Paul Quinn College, Dallas campus, where she was initiated into Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®. An active member of Alpha Xi Omega Chapter, Flora leverages her experience in program development, grant management, and sponsorship acquisition to provide comprehensive support, including healthcare,jobassistance,andbasicnecessities,to underservedpopulations.
Drivenbyadeepsenseofpurpose,sheconsiders herworkacalling,findingfulfillmentinserving others.Floraisgratefulforhersupportivefamily, including her husband of 26 years, Clarence WebbIII,andtheirthreedaughters
Ciara W. Webb
Ciara Wraven Webb is a graduate of Prairie View A&M University, where she earned a Bachelor of SciencedegreeinAccounting.Shehasbeenaproud member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®., Alpha Xi Omega Chapter since 2022.Currently,CiaraisemployedatBeneficial,a financialfirmbasedindowntownDallas
DuringhertimeatPrairieViewA&M,sheactively participated in various campus organizations and volunteeredinthecitiesofWallerandHempstead. Ciaraenjoysworkingoutandshoppinginherfree time.SheresidesinCedarHillandisthedaughter ofSororFloraWebbandClarenceWebb,withtwo youngersiblings,CimoneandCiNae.
Shelby Harris
Shelby Harris is a licensed cosmetologist with a lifelong passion for hair and beauty. Rooted in a family salon legacy, she honed her skills at Ogle Beauty School after earning a B.A. in Communications from Prairie View A&M University With four years of experience, she has cultivated a loyal clientele and consistently maintains a five-starrating.
GinaWileywasbornandraisedinOakCliff,Dallas,TX.She attended Birdie Alexander Elementary, D.A. Hulcy Middle School, and is a proud 1994 graduate of Skyline Career DevelopmentCenter.ShelatergraduatedfromTexasWoman’s University with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies and a minor in Reading. In 2002, she received a Master of Science degree in Elementary Reading from Texas A&M UniversityCommerce.ThegoalofamoreliteratesocietypropelledGina tobecomeaCertified
AcademicLanguageTherapistthroughtheSimmonsSchoolof Education and Human Development at Southern Methodist University AsaCALT,Ginanowuseshertalentstohelpclose theliteracygapfordyslexicstudentsintheDallasIndependent SchoolDistrictandothersintheDFWmetroplex.Whenshe’s notassistingstudentsandtheirfamilies,Ginaenjoysspending time with her husband, Brian, her daughter, Lillian, and her twinsons,KingstonandMarcAnthony.
Stephanie Bowers
DirectorofCorporateEngagement MBA,BA/BS
Stephanie Bowers drives impactful community and volunteer initiatives as Director of Corporate Engagement at Texas Capital, leveraging her extensive experience to foster positivechangeacrossallmarkets.HercareerspansleadershiprolesatUSAA,Habitatfor Humanity, and Fannie Mae, where she honed her expertise in risk, compliance, and community development, with a strong focus on DEI strategies Holding a BA/BS from PrairieViewA&MandanMBAinExecutiveLeadershipfromUTDallas,Stephaniefurther strengthens her expertise with multiple DEI certifications. Acknowledged by D CEO Magazine and honored with the Business Journal Leadership Award, she is a dedicated member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®. Stephanie's comprehensive backgroundandunwaveringdedicationsignificantlyenhanceTexasCapital'scommunity engagementandimpact.
TheEpsilonSigmaChapterwascharteredonMay1,1970,whentheinstitutionwasknownasEast Texas State University. This establishes a long history of Alpha Kappa Alpha's presence on the campus,indicatingadeep-rootedtraditionofserviceandsisterhood.Thechapterhasahistoryof striving to live out the vision of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. through community service, scholarship,andsisterhood.LikeallchaptersofAlphaKappaAlpha,EpsilonSigmaisguidedbythe organization's core mission of "service to all mankind" This translates into a range of activities, including: Community service projects Scholarship initiatives Programs focused on addressing issuesrelatedtoeducation,health,andsocialwelfare.Examplesofactivitiestheyperformare:AIDS Awareness,ClothingandFoodDrives,andReadingPrograms.
Epsilon Sigma operates under the umbrella of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, and adheres to the national organization's guidelines and programs. This ensures that the chapter's activitiesarealignedwiththesorority'soverallgoalsandinitiatives.Thechapter'spresenceonthe TexasA&MUniversity-Commercecampusprovidesopportunitiesformemberstoengageincampus lifeandcontributetotheuniversitycommunity
Michele Lassiter-Ewell
Michele Lassiter-Ewell, a Tuskegee, Alabama native, relocatedtoMarylandat16beforeearningaBusiness Administration degree from Morgan State University in1981 MovingtoDallasin1983,shebuilta30-year careerinsalesmanagementandbanking,retiringfrom Chase Bank in 2014 after roles including branch manager. Initiated into Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®in1979,shewaselectedMissSeniorat Morgan State. Her dedication to AKA includes leadershippositionsatlocalandregionallevels,earning the2021PresidentialExcellenceinServiceAward.
Michele remains active in her community through Top Ladies of Distinction, NAACP, National Council of Negro Women, and the National Association of Parliamentarians.AConcordChurchmember,sheismarriedandaproudmother.
Coretta Sigler
Coretta Sigler is a dedicated member of Alpha KappaAlphaSorority,Incorporated®,AlphaXi OmegaChapter,havingjoinedinFall2019and actively supporting various committees. With over30yearsasaRegisteredNurse,shecurrently serves as the Director of Clinical Services in Medical Management Services for Personify Health.Additionally,Corettaisadecorated20yearAirForceretiree.
Asapassionatecommunityleader,shesponsorsunderservedcommunitiesthrough foodandhealthscreeningsandprovidesphilanthropicsupportforTheWinthropP. RockefellerCancerInstituteatUAMSinLittleRock,Arkansas Corettaalsoengages inyoungadultmentorshipandservesasalifestyleinfluencer,GenXfashionmodel, and public spokesperson. At home, she cherishes her 36-year marriage to her husband,Roland,andtakesprideinherthreeadultsonsandsevengrandchildren,all ofwhominspireherongoinglegacyofserviceandleadership.
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Success Store
The Success Store aims to provide more than just apparel. We aspire to empower students, fostering confidence and cultivating a positive inner dialogue that reinforces their potential.Whileclothingalonedoesn't define a person, it undeniably shapes perceptions and leaves a lasting impression.
The Success Store is a testament to community collaboration. Carefully curated clothing, generously donated by members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority,Incorporated®,theAlphaXi Omega Chapter, and numerous community partners, form the foundation of this initiative. Their contributions demonstrate a shared vision to make the Success Store a success.
Michelle Proctor
MichelleProctorisaFairHousingInvestigatorfor the City of Dallas Office of Equity & Inclusion. Michelle is not afraid of hard work and commitment.
A successful 30+ year career in Civil Rights and SocialServiceswiththeStateofTexasaffordedher theopportunitytolearnanddevelopprofessionally, personally and socially. Michelle and her husband have successfully renovated and flipped residential properties and owned rental properties. An Entrepreneur at heart, she makes and sells quality mudclothandAnkarafabricdecorativepillows.
Barbara Lewis
Barbara Lewis, a North Texas State University Biologygraduate,isamultifacetedprofessional Asa Registered Medical Technologist (ASCP) and former contract paralegal, she brings diverse expertise.Currently,sheservesasaTaxProfessional at H&R Block and an Election Judge for Dallas County.
A Silver Life member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Barbara is deeply committedtocommunityservice Sheservesonthe Board of Directors for Camp Jubilee, a summer campforchildrenwithSickleCellAnemia.
Barbara finds fulfillment in volunteering and mentoring within the Dallas community, demonstrating her dedication to making a positive impact.
Constance Barron-Wilson (Connie) is the Second Vice President of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Alpha Xi Omega Chapter in Dallas, TX, leading the Chapter’s scholarship efforts. Underherleadership,theChapterraisedover$95,000inscholarshipfunds.Knownforherrelentless workethicanddetermination,sheisdedicatedtoexpandingeducationalopportunitiesforstudents. Anactiveprofessionalregisteredparliamentarian(PRP),ConnieservesasMembershipChairofherlocal unitandisamemberofherstateandnationalparliamentarianorganizations ConnieisaLifeMemberof the NAACP and the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) She volunteersregularlyinhercommunity,oftenalongsidehermother.ConnieearnedaBachelorofScience inCriminalJusticeandaMaster’sinHumanRelationsandBusinessfromtheUniversityofTexasat ArlingtonandAmbertonUniversityrespectively.Marriedwiththreechildren,Connieenjoystraveling, thrifting,crafting,andcherishedmemorieswithfamily.
TexansCanAcademies(TCA)isapubliccharterhighschooldistrictcommittedto delivering high-quality, student-focused education that empowers individuals and promoteseconomicindependence With13campuseslocatedacrossfivevibrantTexas cities Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, and San Antonio TCA offers yearround open enrollment and provides the most accelerated pathway to high school graduation.
At TCA, we pride ourselves on fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environmentdesignedtoaddressthediverseneedsofourstudents.
KeyHighlights:
TexasEducationAgencyRating:B Campuses:13
StudentsServed:Over4,000
GraduatestoDate:Morethan26,000
Embark on a transformative journey with Texans Can Academies, where education transcendsgraduationandinspiresstudentstoembraceafuturefullofopportunities.
OurHistory
1985: Dallas Can Academy was founded as part of the nonprofit Freedom Ministriestoprovideremedialeducationforyouthinthejuvenilejusticesystem.
Today: Texans Can Academies serves over 4,000 students across 13 campuses statewide.
Vision Our mission is to equip students with personalized education and socialemotional support to help them become college, career, or military-ready, while preparingthemtothriveascontributingmembersofsociety.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Alpha Xi Omega Chapter was chartered on June 6, 1929. It holds the distinction of being the first graduate chapterofAlphaKappaAlphaSorority,IncorporatedintheDallas-FortWorth (DFW)Metroplex IthasarichhistoryofservicewithintheDallascommunity Thechapterisdeeplyinvolvedindeliveringprogramsandeducationalinitiatives thatalignwiththemissionofAlphaKappaAlphaSorority,Incorporated.Alpha Xi Omega is committed to providing "axiomatic service" to uplift their community.
They provide scholarships to deserving scholars through its philanthropic arm, the Ivy and Pearl Foundation of Dallas They hold events for the community, suchashealthfairsprovidingfreehealthservices.
The late U.S. House Representative Eddie Bernice Johnson was a member, initiated in 1973 In 2024 Alpha Xi Omega Chapter celebrated their 95th anniversary. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Alpha Xi Omega Chapteractivelyorganizeshealthfairs,suchasthe"FamilyFlourish:AHealthFair forAllAges,"providingessentialserviceslikemammograms,dentalexams,and visionassessments.Thisdemonstratestheircommitmenttoaddressingthehealth needsoftheDallascommunity.Theypartnerwithvarioushealthorganizations, includingParklandHospital,todelivertheseservices.
Thechapterboastsalargemembership,withover800members,whichamplifies theircapacitytoserveandmakeasignificantimpactintheDFWarea.Inessence, theAlphaXiOmegaChapterisadynamicandimpactfulorganizationthatplaysa vitalroleintheDallascommunitythroughitsdedicationtoservice,education, andhealth. A B O U T A L P H A X I O M E G A C H A P T E R 31
Our mission is to create brighter futures by giving kids a second chance to graduate and achieve their dreams. “Write off the car, not the kid®” by donating today your taxdeductiblecontributionwillhelpchangelivesinyourcommunity.
ContactUs
Phone:866-835-KIDS(5437)
Email:info@carsforkids.org
Address:7100MarvinD LoveFwy,Dallas,TX75237
Cars for Kids™ was founded as the funding arm for child development programs and remains the only charity-operated car donation program where 100% of net proceeds go directly to support kids As an IRS-approved tax-exempt 501(c)(3) charity (Tax ID #462077931),weareproudtobemakingadifferenceonevehicleatatime. A B O U T C A R S F O R K I D S 32
EducatingandMotivatingYoungWomen
TheAlphaXiOmegaChapterproudlypresentstheAnnualMovingIntoYourFuture Symposium,aninspiringandtransformativeeventdesignedtoempower,educate,and motivateyoungwomenages15-21withintheDallascommunity.Withatargetedfocus onstudentsfromTexansCanAcademies,thissymposiumaimstoignitegrowth,foster unity, and spark positive change in our community. It serves as a guiding light, encouraging young women to embrace a future filled with possibilities and empowerment.Thiseventprovidesavaluableplatformformentorshipandguidance, equippingyoungwomenwiththetoolsanddirectiontheyneedastheyembarkontheir journeyintoadulthood.
Central to this initiative are six strategic focus areas, beginning with Strengthen Our Sisterhood as the “Foundation Initiative.” This initiative emphasizes building strong bondsandmutualsupporttoupholdourservice-drivenmission.Complementingthis foundationarefiveadditional“ProgramInitiatives”:
Empower Our Families (Promote Youth Development, Leadership and MentalHealthAwareness)
Build Our Economic Wealth (Texas Capital Bank, teaching financial wellnessandwomenentrepreneurs)
Enhance Our Environment (Shredding Eco-Friendly practices to reduce householdwaste)
Advocate for Social Justice (Voter Registration and Education on site, promotingfairnessandequality)
These initiatives are thoughtfully designed to enhance the lives of those we serve.Throughcollaborationandcollectiveeffort,westrivetodriveprogress, expandoutreach,andcultivateleaderswhoembodyoursteadfastcommitment toservice.
