Delta Xi Omega Chapter Fashionetta 2023

Greetings,

On behalf of all the members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Delta Xi Omega Chapter, I would like to extend sincere greetings and welcome everyone to our 2023 FASHIONETTA™ Pageant.

The FASHIONETTTA™ is a trademark of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® which exposes youth to educational, cultural, social events and displays the many talents of the participants.

The FASHIONETTTA™ is Delta Xi Omega’s signature fundraising event. Annually, we invest funds raised from the pageant back into the community to support our Educational Grant Program that awards scholarships to high school seniors in the Rowan-Salisbury Schools. Funds raised also support our community service projects.

Congratulations to each of the 2023 FASHIONETTA ™ Participants, and their Escorts for their commitment and dedication over the past five months. To the parents, thank you for entrusting us with your daughters and sons. To our friends, community, Livingstone College, and members of Delta Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® thank you all for your support of this 2023 FASHIONETTA™Pageantaswe Soar to Greater Heights inourefforttoencourage, empower and enrich the lives of our youth.

Sincerely,

Amelia Hasty-Rhodes

Amelia

Hasty-Rhodes, President

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®

ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Post Office Box 983

Salisbury, North Carolina 28145

June 2023

Greetings,

It is with great pleasure and excitement I welcome you to the 2023 FASHIONETTA™

PAGEANT sponsored by Delta Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated®. On June 24, 2023, twelve young girls and their escorts in the Rowan County and surrounding communities are presented to family, friends and community members.

Over the past six months, we have had the opportunity to work with each of these outstanding and upcoming young girls and boys to garnish excellent citizen skills, to develop their etiquette skills, and to build new peer relationships. They have worked diligently preparing to perform their talent and preparing their fashion while learning the meaning of team work.

On behalf of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated, Delta Xi Omega Chapter of Salisbury, NC, I wish to thank the parents of the Fashionetta Participants and Escorts for supporting this enriching experience.

May God continue to bless each of you and we encourage you to continue to support the youth of the community. Have a wonderful summer.

Warmest regards,

Shelia Brown-Miller, Fundraising Chairman

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Alpha Kappa Alpha

Sorority Incorporated®

A Brief History of Delta Xi Omega Chapter

On April 19, 1947, Delta Xi Omega Chapter of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority was established at Salisbury, North Carolina by Clarissa K. Dillard, who was Regional Director of the South Atlantic Region. The charge granted by the International Conference listed the following names as charter members: Anne E. Drew, Julia B. Duncan, Permilla Flack Dunston, Marion E. Gunn, Lucille M. Satterwhite, Carrie M. Shute, Eloise M. Simpson, Tillatha M. Brooks, Beatrice Riggs Hall, and Lavolia W. Vails. These members had actively associated themselves with Alpha Xi Chapter, the undergraduate chapter at Livingstone College. However, by establishing a graduate chapter, they felt that they would better acquaint Salisbury and Rowan County with the many activities of Alpha Kappa Sorority, Inc. This indeed was a memorable and welcome occasion. Since its establishment, Delta Xi Omega has launched forward through participation in all social, civic, religious activities. The chapter has also contributed to the community through its cultural and educational endeavors. The chapter was formally introduced to Salisbury with an elaborate “Coffee Hour” in the fall of 1948.

In collaboration with the Susan G. Koman Foundation, the chapter secured a grant that provided free mammograms, blood pressure checks and health information to the community. Chapter members have partnered with Novant Health, YMCA, Cancer Society and the local nurse’s sorority (Chi Eta Phi) to give blood pressure checks, heart health and stroke seminars. Caregivers were recognized with gift baskets and a certificate. Healthy snacks were provided for Night Crawlers, an organization committed to bring light to at-risk neighborhoods through presence, praise and prayer.

In 2003, the chapter received a grant from RIF/Coca-Cola Partnership to purchase a 120 hardcover book multicultural library. This library, valued at approximately $1,700, was presented to the Miller Recreation Center’s after school program that served at-risk youth in the Rowan-Salisbury School System. The Mayor and the Salisbury City Council recognized the chapter for their contributions to the community.

Partnering with Time Warner, Livingstone College, Isenberg Elementary School and Jerusalem Baptist Church, the chapter members identified and tutored students in grades three through five who failed to meet grade level proficiency. As an incentive to achieve, using the lottery system, a laptop computer was given to four students who met the attendance requirement. Eighty-five percent of the students in the program passed the State Endof-Grade tests. To support student’s needs, the chapter donated 450 backpacks to local and area schools. Twenty-five middle school girls received leadership development skills through Emerging Young Leaders

Our environmental projects included renewing and restoring playground equipment, the picnic area and the kiosk flower bed at the Geneva I. Oglesby Community Center. The chapter donated a picnic table and playground game equipment to Kiddie Land Kindergarten. We also promoted recycling newspapers, plastic containers and cans. Delta Xi Omega members participated in the Heifer initiative, and collection of eyeglasses and cell phones. The chapter members hosted a workshop, “This is Africa: Culture, Challenges and Future” that highlighted Nigeria and Ghana.

Building economic legacy, the chapter hosted workshops on credit repair, common money mistakes, purchasing a home, financial planning, and knowing your economic worth. Other programs that the members of the chapter supported: the annual Book Fair at Livingstone College, The Arc of Rowan Christmas Festival of Trees and “Food for Thought”, a program that provides food to underserved elementary students to take home on the weekend.

To support the Excellence program targets, Delta Xi Omega members served 142 meals at Rowan Helping Ministries Shelter; recognized and patronized 14 minority businesses; 72 people attended our health fairs/seminars; donated 68 pillowcase dresses and shirts to Haiti; financially supported HBCUs; co-sponsored a free mobile mammogram unit where 24 women were served; adopted a healthcare facility; donated 56 eyeglasses and 211 pair of shoes; and served 10 students in the Signature Program, #CAP.

Delta Xi Omega Chapter 2023 Officers

President - Amelia Hasty-Rhodes

Vice President - Alisa Russell

Secretary - Shanikka Gadson-Harris

Assistant Secretary - Carmen Harper

Financial Secretary - Detra Tate

Assistant Financial Secretary - Marva McCain

Treasurer - Sarah Lightner

Corresponding Secretary - Renese Bates

Hostess - Erika Staley

Door Keeper - Teresa Jasper

Ivy Leaf Reporter - Sakia Sellars

Graduate Advisor - Sh’Rae Moore

Historian - Brenda Alston

Chaplain - Lisa Davis

Parliamentarian - Cassondra Heilig

Teresa Adams

Amani Ajayi

Leanese Alexander

Marilyn Alexander

Sherry Alexander

Siobhan Allen

Monica Banks

Teauana Blackwell

Aleashia Brandon

Sheila Brown-Miller

Carmen Burton

Ginger Cartwright

Andrea Cassell-Cox

Shana Cauthen

Anita Curry

Tia Cuthbertson

Jacqueline Davis

Suzette Davis

Toi Degree

Tanya Dixon-Neely

Sharla Edwards

Yalanda Edwards

Sheila Harp Flowers

Vickie Gamble

Barbara Garrison Click

Taylor Godfrey

Martika Harper

Aggie P. Harrington

Sheena Hasty

Crystal Heilig

Jewell Holland

Halbreonda Holloway

Carolyn Holt

Shirley Holt

Raven Hughes

Cierra Irving

Faleese Jenkins

Carmen Yvette Johnson

Jasmine Jordan

Lisa Kelly

2023 Chapter Members

Willie Jean Kennedy

Fonda Kirk

Earnestine Krider

Camille Mackey

Linda W. McCullough

Sylvia Cecelia McCullough

Linda McElroy

Craitaija McFadden

Patricia McKinney

Alberta McLaughlin

Stephanie McNeil

Shareeka Miller

Sandra Mitchell

Lovetta Ealy Moore

Sh’Myra Moore

Lillian Morgan

Drucie Moss

Eveadean Myers

Jalyn Neely

Andrea Noble

Thomasine Oglesby-Keaton El

Corine Parks

Teneill Payne-Myers

Marsha Pruitt

Olivia Rankin

Diamond Rawlinson

April Rice-Smith

Melissa Rivers

Payton Russell

Equilla Scott-Paul

Dolores Shannon

Christina Smith

Patricia Smyre

Krystal Stukes

Angellica Sweat

Janel Vaughn

LaSheka Walker

Tianca White

Walillian White

Kyndal Noelle Neely is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Erick and LaTonya Neely. She is the sister of Jasper Neely.

In 2022, Kyndal was a rising 3rd grader at Granite Quarry Elementary. She attends “The Reach” church, where Bradley Taylor is the Senior Pastor. Kyndal is member of “Kingdom Kids” the church’s youth Ministry. She also sings on “The Little Reachers” youth choir.

Kyndal loves to dance and she started dance classes at the tender age of 2. She is a competitive dancer with Triple Threat Dance and Charm Studio and has won numerous awards along with her dance team, competing at the national level.

Kyndal’s escort was Ahmaad Baldwin, who is the son of Brittany Baldwin. Her sponsor was Teresa Adams.

Kyndal Noelle Neely

Ariyana Walker is the youngest daughter of Mr. Jonquil and Mrs. Latoya Walker. She is the granddaughter of Elder Wendy Blackwell Mack and the late Charles Leroy Hill. In 2022, Ariyana was a straight A student and she was a rising 8th grader at North Hills Christian School in Salisbury, N.C. She attends St. Luke Episcopal Church where she volunteers in the nursery. Ariyana's hobbies includes skating, video games, tumbling, and dancing.

Ariyana's escort was Jasper Neely. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Erick and LaTonya Neely.

Her sponsor was Mrs. Marva McCain.

Ariyana Walker

2023 MISS FASHIONETTA Kennedy Young

Kennedy Young is the daughter of Candice Johnson and Mr. & Mrs. Ralph and Franchesea Young. She is a rising 9th grade honor student at West Cabarrus High School. Kennedy enjoys and has had years of formal training in cheerleading, tennis and competitive dance over the years. She was the recipient of the Leader of the Pack Award in 2022 and participated in the Melanated Queens program. Kennedy’s escort is Adrian McRae is the son of Celia McRae and attends Rowan County Early College High School where he is a rising Junior. His hobbies include basketball and spending time with family. He currently has a 3.5 GPA, volunteers 100 hours every summer with the VA Medical Center Summer Youth program, is a member of Crosby’s Scholars and is considering being an engineer. Kennedy’s sponsor is Walillian White.

Brynn Oliver

Brynn Nicole Oliver is the daughter of Brooke Corry and Brandon Oliver. She is a rising 5th grader at Concord Lake Steam Academy. Brynn enjoys dancing, drawing and making Tik Tok videos. She has played basketball for Salisbury Parks and Rec, made the basketball team for her school for the coming school year, runs AAU Track for Concord Rockets Track Team, and participated in Triple Threat Dance and Charm. Her honors and recognition include being the top student in her class in English Language Arts (ELA)/Reading. Brynn is also a member of the Leadership Club at her school. Her escort is Davonte McCain. He is rising 8th grader at Erwin Middle School. He is a media tech at school and on the track team. His parents are Timothy and Evelyn McCain. He attends White Rock AME Zion Church where he sings in the church choir. Brynn’s sponsor is Marva McCain.

2023 MISS FASHIONETTA 1ST RUNNER-UP

Komari Jones

Komari Jones is thedaughter of Karisha Johnson. She is a rising 6thgrader at Hurley Elementary School, where she is an Academically and Intellectually Gifted (AIG) student. Komari enjoys gymnastics, dance, making bracelets and baking cupcakes. She is active in her school and community. Komari currently attends Central Carolina Gymnastics for Gymnastic. Komari has played soccer for the Montclair United Soccer Club, she danced with Marie Wildey School of Dance and has volunteers at Rutgers Dental School “Give a Kid a Smile”. Komari’s club and group memberships include Montclair Youth Symphonic Ensemble Bell Choir, Newark Rutgers Pre-College Summer Academies. Before moving to North Carolina, Komari was a member of New Vision Baptist Church Children’s Choir, Dance Ministry and Youth Morning Prayer. Komari will be escorted by Kashad Hasty. Kashad is the son of Jeremy Davis-Hasty and Kaileika Burch. He is the grandson of Amelia Hasty-Rhodes. Komari’s sponsor is Eveadean M. Myers.

2023 LITTLE MISS FASHIONETTA 1ST RUNNER-UP

Truth Walthour

Truth Ann Walthour is the daughter of Anthony Walthour & Gladys Mitchell- Walthour. She is a rising 5th grader in the Chinese Immersion program at the International Montessori School. Truth enjoys playing the violin, reading and being an orator. Truth also enjoys playing tennis. She is an active member of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. She attends Union Baptist Church. Her escort is Dayvien Lindsey, the grandson of George and Shelia Brown-Miller. Truth’s sponsor is Shelia Brown-Miller.

2023 MISS FASHIONETTA PARTICIPANT – Summer Dearman

Summer Alexandria Streater Dearmon is the daughter of Timothy and Shara Dearmon. She is a rising 6th grade honor student at West Rowan Middle. Summer enjoys singing and drawing. She is an active young lady and has played volleyball. Summer is a member of Elevation Church University. Her escort is Major Rankin, the son of Asha Rankin. Major attends Solid Rock Church of God. Summer’s sponsors are her grandmother, Stephanie Streater McNeil and her godmother, Equilla Scott-Paul.

2023 MISS FASHIONETTA PARTICIPANT – Jayna Gardner

Jayna Lee Gardner is the daughter of Jayson and Tracie Gardner. She is a rising 7th grade student at Grey Stone Day School. Jayna enjoys softball and computer coding. She is an active young lady and enjoys being on the softball team. Jayna is a member of Gethsemane Missionary Baptist Church. Her escort is Thomas Freeman, the son of Tara Freeman. Jayna’s sponsor is Delores Shannon.

2023 LITTLE MISS FASHIONETTA PARTICIPANT – Kayden Miller

KaydenMilleristhedaughterofCandaceMiller.Sheisarising3rdstudentatHurleyElementarySchool. Kayden loves reading, drawing, dancing, singing and making Tik-Toks. Kayden is a Brownie Level Girl Scout for Troop 1273 here in Salisbury, North Carolina. She dances for Triple Threat Dance and Charm and cheers at Elevation Cheer Company. Her escort is Charles Blackman, Jr. He is the son of Candice Shaw and Eddie Shaw, Jr. He enjoys gaming, Carowinds and playing with his little brother Tre Tre. Kayden’s sponsor is Shelia Brown-Miller.

2023 LITTLE MISS FASHIONETTA PARTICIPANT – Jayda Myers

Jayda Elaine Myers is the daughter of Javon Myers and Teneill Payne-Myers. She is a rising 4th grade honor student at Isenberg Elementary School. Jayda enjoys drawing and singing. She is an active young lady and has participated in basketball, dance and gymnastics. Jayda is a member of Erwin Temple CME Church. Her escort is Jamel Blake Freeman, the son of Derrick Freeman and Tara Imes-Freeman. Jayda’s sponsor is her mother, Teneill Payne-Myers.

2023 MISS FASHIONETTA PARTICIPANT – Nyla Norman

Nyla Kennedy Norman is the daughter of Tomechia Tucker and William Norman. She is a rising 6th grader at Salisbury Academy. Nyla loves cooking, making TikTok videos, modeling, playing board games, spending time with family & friends and traveling. Nyla participates in Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Hip Hop under the leadership of Krystal Stukes at Triple Threat Dance & Charm. She runs AAU Track with Rowan Express Track & Field Club. Her events are the 80 meter hurdles, the 200-meter dash, and the long jump. Nyla placed 6th overall in the 80 meter hurdles at the state track meet and will advance to the regionals next week. Nyla’s honors and recognitions include the A&B Honor Roll and Good Citizen Award. She scored a 4 on her End of Grade testing in Science. Nyla is a member of Mt. Tabor Presbyterian Church. Her escort is Bryce White. He is the son of Mr. & Mrs. Tovarest White. Bryce is a member of Cornerstone. He works with the children's ministry. Bryce is an honor student and he is a member of the track team Her sponsor is Marva Gibson McCain.

2023 LITTLE MISS FASHIONETTA PARTICIPANT – Janaye Rule

Janaye is the 10-year-old daughter of Henry and Keysha Rule. She is a rising 5th grader at North Hills Christian School in Salisbury, NC. Janaye loves, singing, dancing, performing, and enjoying new experiences. Janaye has had the unique opportunity to travel the world as military dependent. Although Janaye has participated in numerous church and school performances, she recently made her acting debut in Sponge Bob the Musical as a member of the Piedmont Players. Janaye would like to thank her family, and everyone for supporting her in this year’s Fashionetta pageant. Her escort is Jayden DaJuan Newkirk. He is the son of Rhonda Crowder-Muhammad. Janaye’s sponsor is Amelia Hasty-Rhodes

2023 LITTLE MISS FASHIONETTA PARTICIPANT – Bella Sullivan

Bella Milan Sullivan is the daughter of Angela Key & Broderick Sullivan. She is a rising 4th grade honor student at Knollwood ElementarySchool. Bella loves to read, make jewelry and play basketball. Bella also loves to learn and was on the all A Honor Roll. Her escort is Jalen Freeman. Bella’s sponsor is Yvette Johnson.

2023 MISS FASHIONETTA PARTICIPANT – Lyric Walker

Lyric Elease Walker is the daughter of Latisa Saunders and Brandon Walker. She is a rising 8th grader at Kiser Middle School in Greensboro, NC. Lyric enjoys singing, drawing, crafting, basketball and volleyball. Lyric’s escort is her brother Logan Martel Walker. Logan attends Greater True Vine Baptist Church. He is a 5th grader at Moorehead Elementary. He enjoys art, music, and dog training. Lyric’s sponsor is her grandmother, Sheena Hasty.

Congratulations Kennedy Young

May God continue to Bless and Keep You.

Love yourAunties, Rochelle Jackson and LaFreda Mackey

Continue having an attitude of gratitude, and you will find how the universe works in your favor.

CONGRATULATIONS KENNEDY!

We are proud of what you’re developing into.

Continue to visualize the thing that matters to you.

Love you, Isiah, Dasha, Aria, and Ezra Young

We are so excited to see what life path you will blaze and how many people you will amaze. Stay the course and adjust your sail for whatever life may expectantly and unexpectedly put on your path. Success is within you, activate it.

Love your siblings, RC Young

Isiah Young

Iszeke Young

Zamiah Young

Kennedy, I’ve always considered you my baby and I couldn’t be prouder of the young lady you are becoming. Continue to be courageous and authentically YOU!

Congratulations “Stink”

Love You to Life, Lora

“What you spend years creating, others could destroy overnight. But keep creating.”

-Mother Teresa

Congratulations and Best Wishes. We are so proud of you, Kennedy!

Love,

Mr. and Mrs. Darryl & Amelia Davidson

I’m so proud of you! Wishing you all the best as you grow and flourish. ASister’s Love, Zamiah

To My Radiant Daughter, Kennedy

Extremely proud of the strides you have made. I’m very fortuante to be your Dad and I am looking forward to seeing you blossom. Continue creating your own reality and remember to have a mind open to everything and attached to nothing.

Love “Dada”

To an extraordinary young lady, congratulations on your achievements!

We love our Kennibear!

Mr. and Mrs. Dana Winslow Pierce

To My Beautiful Granddaughter Kennedy Nicole

Congratulations on your magical night. Now everyone will know what we all knew the moment you were born. You are a very special young lady, and I am extremely proud of you.

Continue to dance to your own beat!!

All my love, Nana (Linda C. Dillard)

CONGRUATLATIONS

Kennedy Young

You are maturing in a beautiful young lady inside and out.

We pray that your caring and outgoing personality will continue to grow and that you will continue to foster being a leader.

May God continue to bless you!

We love you,

Tovarest, Walillian & Bryce White

CONGRUATLATIONS

Kennedy Young

We are so proud of you and are honored to be a part of your village.

Stay focused and allow God to continue to lead your path.

You have a bright future and we cannot wait to see the awesome goals you will achieve.

Love,

William & Hazel Kennedy

CONGRUATLATIONS

Kennedy Young

We have enjoyed watching you grow and mature over the years.

Keep shining bright because your light will never dim.

You will be able to achieve anything you put your mind to!

Love,

Jacqueline Kennedy and Sharon Dorr

Dear Kennedy, Sending you many good luck wishes to you as you participate in this wonderful opportunity.

You

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CONGRATULATIONS & BEST WISHES

KENNEDY NICOLE YOUNG

An Intelligent, Caring, and Spirited Young Lady. Continued Success inAll You Do!

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All the best, Kennedy Young Remember to dream BIG!!

Congratulations Young Queen!!!

Everyone is proud of you!

Joseph Biggs, Jr.

Kennedy

Best wishes always, Leslie & Rhakeem Vanderburg

Kennedy Young

We are proud of you and know your future is bright.

Love, Fred & Latisha Womble

Congratulations Kennedy!

I am so proud and looking forward to your future successful journey!

Barbara Wilson Propst

CONGRATULATIONS KENNEDYYOUNG

Blessings on your journey!

Ray

Kennedy

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In Memory of Patricia Sherrill Swann

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Go be great in all you do, never give up, and know God is always with you every step of the way.

“You are the narrator of your next great adventure”

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do”

Little girls are princesses from God’s love, given to the world to make it bright and beautiful.

Children are a gift from the Lord. They are a reward from him.

Psalms 127:3

We as a family stand behind you in whatever you do and where you go. Your village celebrate you in everything. You are our little princess and we LOVE YOU!

“OLSHECOJA”

I’m so proud of you “Bootie” and wish you all the best on this journey.

Best Wishes on your Fashionetta Journey!

Love, Grandma Gin

To my beautiful daughter, always remember: you are brave, you are capable, you are pretty, and you can accomplish ANYTHING your heart desires!

I am so proud of you PrettyGirl.

Love always, Mommy

In honor of an amazing woman, a pearl in her own right, a diamond that shines bright for all to see. She is PURE. A legacy of truth, justice, faith, purpose, a sister in Greekdom, a prayer warrior,

A heart of gold, and A Livingstone College Alumnus.

You are an angel keeping watch, a protector, a guardian of righteousness a lady of finer womanhood.

“Zeta Phi Beta”

Ms. Annie Pruitt, you dedicated Over 40 years of your life in Financial Aid Services at Livingstone College

Proverbs 31:31: “Honor her for all that her hands have done, and let her works bring her praise at the city gate." She is fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works!

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Shine Bright Queen. YOU WILL IMPACT THE WORLD Love Dad Brandon Oliver

Dear Princess Brynn Nicole Oliver, May you get the success and happiness you deserve to be crowned the 2023 Miss Queen Fashionetta.

We know you will handle the journey with grace, and your leadership skills will shine. Best wishes for a bright future!

Much love, Wendy, David, Emma, and Drew Shelby

Brynn we have seen you grow into this beautiful young lady who is always willing to help others.

Keep up the great work.

Wishing our niece Brynn Oliver, the best of luck

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Congratulations and Best Wishes

Brynn Oliver!!

Romans 8:28

And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to His purpose.

Love, Andrea Noble, Honey Do Michael, and Family

Congratulations Brynn

BEST WISHES FORANAMAZING FUTURE!!!!

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You are the bone of my bone, the flesh of my flesh, and we are becoming one. On our wedding day, I will take his hand and become his bride. THIS is US

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2023 Fashionetta girls… you are powerful within your brown skin. You are rich in your heritage, strong in your determination, and resilient by birthright.

Lil Princess, you are a QUEEN in the making, Live every day on purpose! Be inspired by the Possibilities.

Congratulations Brynn Oliver DARE to be the EXCEPTION

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Own your space in it and do not ever let your light get dim.

Reach for the stars and always reach back, remember where you come from and help another.

So Proud of the Princess that you are!

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We are so proud of you and may you continue to be blessed!

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Brynn, Continue to reach for the Stars!!

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I pray that you have a successful pageant and lots of fun. Just remember, “God first and the sky is the limit. Keep being the sweetheart you are. Best Wishes.

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Brynn, Don't stop reaching for the stars. Always do your best!

Remember that you CAN SOALL things through Christ who strengthens you, Love,

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Shine on and keep reaching for the stars, Beautiful!

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Brynn

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So very proud of you Brynn. Keep up the good work sweetie and strive for better and better.

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Brynn,

Brynn,

May God Bless You in All your endeavors!

Best Wishes!

Brynn, Bless you in all you do!

Shine Bright Like a DIAMOND!!

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Brynn,

You are unique in your own way. Never give up and keep rising for the top!

May success and prosperity follow you wherever you go and in whatever you do!

Go Brynn!!

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May you always keep God first in your life and you will always be successful

Best Wishes Brynn

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She crossed the burning sands in 1968 at Johnson C. Smith University.

She was our first exposure to this wonderful Sorority we call AKA.

It has become a family thing surely because of your guidance.

It was a pleasure to call Her mother, auntie, and cousin and sister of AKA.

A godly mother is a wise steward of her home and time Proverbs 31:27 says, "She watches over the ways of her household, and does not eat the bread of idleness." She takes responsibility for her resources and has a plan for the proper management of it all.

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TO: BRYNN OLIVER Fashionetta Participant 2023

WALK BY FAITH”

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Best Wishes Brynn

She Believed It!

She Dreamed It!

She Conquered It!

best wishes on your journey!

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Congratulations Brynn!!

Always believe in yourself and put your trust in God. Through God all of your dreams WILL come true.

Wishing you continued success in your future.

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Brynn!

Best Wishes!

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Brynn

Congratulations on all of your accomplishments. Dream big. This is just the beginning. The best is yet to come and the sky is the limit!

Brynn

Congrats and best of luck from The Parkers!

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"Don't wait until you've reached your goal to be proud of yourself. Be proud of every step you take toward reaching that goal."

—Simone Biles, Artistic gymnast

Congratulations Komari

Continue to please God in all that you say and do.

He will give you the strength to accomplish your dreams and give you the desires of your heart.

Love,

Cassondra Heilig

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®

Walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing Him, being fruitful in every good work and increasing in the knowledge of God; strengthened with all might, according to His glorious power. Colossians 1:10-11

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Truth,

Continue to grow through your experiences.

Becoming a scientist is a dream that will become a goal as you work hard.

It has been a joy to get to know you and watch you through the Fashionetta process.

Be strong and courageous...for the Lord is with you wherever you go...

Joshua 1:9

Sherry Meachem Alexander

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

CONGRATULATIONS and Best Wishes to

MISS TRUTH WHITHOUR

“A LOVELY YOUNG LADY”

Dream-Believe-Achieve

Lillian L. Morgan

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Western Carolina Cluster Coordinator

Golden and Life Member

GreatJobTruth!

CongratulationsonyourparticipationinMissFashionettaTruth!

Ithasbeenablessingwatchingyougrow.Wehopeyoucontinuetolovelearningandhavingaquest forsocialjustice.Weloveyouverymuch!

Yourparents,GladysMitchell-WalthourandAnthonyWalthour

Truthatherviolinrecital(TriangleMusicSchool)

CelebratingtheLunarNewYearatschool

IceSkatinginCary,NC

TruthwithherGirlScoutTroop#3089

Truth, You exemplify Black brilliance. We are so incredibly proud of you and your accomplishments. The sky is the limit.

Love,

Anthony Walthour and Dr. Gladys Mitchell-Walthour

Truth with astronaut, Dr. Mae Jemison

YOU ARE SO PRECIOUS! LOVE

Shelia Brown-Miller

George, Nadia & Dayvien

Truth, Wishing You the Very Best of Everything!

May your life be filled with God's Abundant Blessings.

Love, Godmother and Robert Barrier, Jr.

Truth, Congratulations on participating in this year’s Pageant.

I know you will do great and we are wishing you the best of luck!

Love, Jerrika & Derrion Williams

Congratulations to my granddaughter, the beautiful and talented Miss Truth Ann Walthour on your being a contestant for The Miss Fashionetta Pageant.

I know you will shine and do exceptionally well.

The sky is the limit, and you are making your mark early on in the world with elegance and grace.

Continued success and God's Blessings upon you.

Love, Grandma Laine

CongratulationsTruth!Weareproudofyourhardwork!

Love, DadandMom

Parabéns Truth! We are so proud of you and your accomplishments. May God continue to bless you.

Truth, Weareincrediblyproudofyouforfundraisingforcommunityeffortsandscholarships!

Love, MomandDad

DearDaughterTruth, Iamsoproudofyou.MayGodblessyou.

Love, YourMomGladys

Best wishes to our beautiful and intelligent niece. We love you Truth!

Truth, Congrats Julius Mitchell

LuVerda Martin

Congratulations Truth from Decadence Popcorn!

You are already a winner!

Truth,

My wish for you is that this life becomes all that you want it to. Your dreams stay big, your worries stay small and that you never need to carry more than you can hold. Go get em cuz! You've got this!

Love, Krystle

Congratulations Truth, May you continue to shine and provide that shine to others around you!

CorneliaSmith

Congratulations, Truth!

We are so proud of who you have become. We know that your future is bright because you are “young, gifted, and Black!” Good luck with the pageant! We love you!

Elizabeth, McArthur, Nathaniel & Janelle Freeman

Congrats Truth!

Remember, three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon and the TRUTH!

Nicole Berry

You'll do a fabulous job Truth!

Congratulations Truth,

We are so proud of you. You are a remarkable young lady!

We wish you much luck and success!

Love, UncleAl,Aunt Trina & Bobbi!

Truth,

You are a beautiful and intelligent girl!

We look forward to seeing you continue to grow and achieve your dreams!

Gladys Mitchell-Walthour

CONGRATULATIONS

TRUTH!

Have fun in the pageant

Truth!

Love, Alan & Lisa Goodman

Keisha Lindsay

Dear Truth, I'm proud of you for giving back to your community!

Love, Tía Tehama

"Without community service, we would not have a strong quality of life. It's important to the person who serves as well as the recipient. It's the way in which we ourselves grow and develop."

Dorothy Height, women's and civil rights activist

Patrons

Jacqueline Davis

Carolyn Holt

Ric Swiner

Miss Truth Walthour

Continue to shine like a “Diamond “in the sky. You are growing to become an amazing young lady with many talents.

I can’t

to see your name in “LIGHTS” for the world to see.

Love Uncle B-Fon, a.k.a “Whatever”

“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.”

Harriet Tubman

wait

Sheila Flowers

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Good luck Jayna!!!

Thomas Freeman

Jayna

Jayna,

We wish you the best!

God Bless

Rev. Dr. Roy & Delphine Dennis

“Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure.” —Oprah Winfrey, Talk-Show Host; Broadcasting Mogul; First African American woman to become a billionaire

“Hate is too great a burden to bear. It injures the hater more than it injures the hated.”

Coretta Scott King, Civil Rights Activist

“CONTINUE TO HAVE BIG DREAM…YOU

WILL GROW INTO THEM.”

Shelia Brown-Miller

KAYDEN MILLER CONGRATULATIONS

HOPE THATYOU HAD FUN

LOVE YOU BABY GIRL!

Shelia Brown-Miller, George, Nadia & Dayvien

Kayden

Wishing you all the best on your pageant journey!

KAYDEN MILLER

Kayden

Patricia McKinney

Alpha KappaAlpha Sorority, Inc.®

Alpha KappaAlpha Sorority, Inc.®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

“It was when I realized I needed to stop trying to be somebody else and be myself, I actually started to own, accept and love what I had.”

“The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but rising every time you fall.

Ralph Waldo Emerson

Fonda W. Kirk

—Tracee Ellis Ross,Actress

Miss Jayda Myers

Love mom and dad

“For I know the plans, I have for you says the lord

They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

Jeremiah 29:11

Always believe in yourself and you will do great things.

Love

mom and dad

Best wishes to my beautiful and sweet little cousin, Jayda Myers.

May your future be bright and all your dreams come true.

Marsha Pruitt

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Silver Star

Matthew 18:2 "And Jesus called a little child unto him, and set him in the midst of them. "

Reach for the stars, Jayda and let nothing get in the way!

Mrs. Annie Pruitt

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority

Congratulations Jayda Myers!

May all your dreams come true. Keep going forward and you will achieve all that life has to offer.

“I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me. Philippians 4:13

Suzette H. Davis

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Salisbury, North Carolina

Golden Member

Best wishes, Jayda

CONGRATULATIONS!!

As you continue to embark on this journey in life, ALWAYS remember to reach for the Moon because you’ll land amongst the stars!! And don’t ever dim your light for anyone!

Shareeka Miller

Alpha KappaAlpha Sorority, Inc.®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Love your sisters Tristan andAubrey

Jayda

Jayda M

Congratulations!

SiobhanAllen

Alpha KappaAlpha Sorority, Inc.®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Good luck

Jayda!!!

Jamel Freeman

“Don't sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them.” —

Madam C.J.

Walker, Entrepreneur

Nyla

Morgan Transport Systems LLC

Salisbury NC 28145

We would like to wish our niece Nyla Kennedy Norman the best!

Congratulations Nyla!

Uncle Rodney Morgan

Congratulations!

To My Beautiful Daughter Nyla Kennedy Norman

“Words cannot express how proud I am of You Today And Always”

Love You Forever

Daddy (Junior Norman)

Aunt-Oscola Norman

Cousin-Traci Norman

Aunt (Dot) Dorothy Norman Morgan

Congratulations Nyla!

Psalm 20:4-NLT

May He grant your heart’s desire and make all your plans succeed

Love You

Aunt (Dot) Dorothy Norman Morgan

& Blessings On A Beautiful Young Lady

Little Miss Nyla Kennedy Norman

LOVE YOU

Aunt (Dot) Dorothy Norman Morgan

Aunt (Dot) Dorothy Norman Morgan

In Loving Memory of Our Mother and Nyla’s Grandmother

Maggie Gladden Norman

We wish you the best Nyla Kennedy Norman on your day!

Congratulations!

We're so Proud of You

Aunt Frances Norman & Aunt Dorothy Norman Morgan

“YOU ARE A BRIGHT AND SHINING STAR”

Your Sponsor,

Marva McCain

Delta Xi Omega Chapter Silver Star and Life Member

CONGRATULATIONS AND BEST WISHES TO Nyla!!

Please remember: (You) “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." -Philippians 4:13

For with God nothing shall be impossible. -Luke 1:37 ((KJV)

Earnestine Krider & Honey Do John Krider, III

Delta Xi Omega Chapter Silver Star

To A Beautiful Girl

Nyla Norman

Fonda W Kirk

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Golden Member

Congrats Nyla!

We love you. Keep up the great work.

Minnie Foster

BELIEVE IN YOURSELF

Set your standards high You deserve the Best

Try for what you wantAnd never settle for LESS BELIEVE IN YOURSELF

No matter what you choose

Always keep a WINNINGATTITUDE AND YOU WILL NEVER LOSE

Sylvia Cecelia McCullough

Alpha KappaAlpha Sorority, Inc.®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Silver Star Nyla,

So proud of you, continue to learn, explore and soar.

Love you

2D3K Norman Family

NYLA!

May God continue to bless your path. Love, Tovarest, Walilian & Bryce White

Congratulations Nyla!

“I Believe In You”

Congrats Nyla!

We hope you continued success.

Your Cousin Bobby Jones

Michael and Tonya Cross

“You don’t make progress by standing on the sidelines, whimpering and complaining. You make progress by implementing ideas.”

“Don't sit down and wait for the opportunities to come. Get up and make them.”

—

Madam C.J. Walker, Entrepreneur

—Shirley

Chisolm, Politician; First African American woman nominated for President

Congratulations Janaye from all your family in Baltimore

Congratulation to My Beautiful Niece

Janaye Rule

From your Auntie

Dorothy Pittman-Hayes & Cousin Kerra Marche Hayes

We love you Janaye! Keysha Rule

Janaye

We are so proud of you! Continue to shoot for the stars. Near or far, we are always rooting

Good Luck

Janaye!

We love you.

Congratulations

Janaye from your cousins

Tinesia Taylor

Missy and Derrick

Janaye

We are so proud of you baby girl!!

Love papa & goddie!!

Darren and Jasmine

Colona

Janaye

Heartiest congratulations! You did it!

Leanese Alexander

Alpha KappaAlpha Sorority, Inc.®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Patrons

Charlene Sandifer & Family

“Invest in the human soul. Who knows, it might be a diamond in the rough.”

Mary McLeod

Bethune, Educator

“Success isn’t about how much money you make, it’s about the difference you make in people’s lives." —

Michelle Obama, Former First Lady of The United States

Angela Key

Brordrick Sullivan

To Bella, OUR KIND, SWEET,AND RESILIENT YOUNG NIECE!

CONGRATULATIONS ONALL YOURACCOMPLISHMENTS. YOU’RE BLOSSMING INTO SUCH ABEAUTIFUL, SMARTYOUNG LADY, AND WE’RE SO PROUD OF YOU.

WE WISH YOU THE VERY BEST IN EVERYTHING YOU DO!!

LOVE YOUR SPONSOR, AUNTIE YVETTE, UNCLE STEVE, KOLBEAND RJ

TO MY BEAUTIFUL GRANDDAUGHTER BELLA!

YOUR DADAND I ARE SO PROUD OF YOU! REMEMBER TO DREAM BIG AND TRUST IN GOD! WEAREALWAYS PRAYING FOR YOUR SUCCESS!

LOVE GRANDMOTHER, JACKIE

CONGRATULATIONS

To my little cousin“Bella”

Much success to you in all your endeavors.

Love, Michelle Howard

Best Wishes Bella

Fran Allen & Alexis Jones

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®

Sigma Omega Chapter

Crystal Key

Bella, CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THE FASHIONNETTA PAGEANT!

LOVE, COUSIN JAMAR

“I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. I will advise you and watch over you”

~Psalms 32:8

Bella

Keep reaching for the stars.

The sky is the limit to what you can have.

Nessie Bates

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Silver Star & Life Member

Patrons

Cousin Nancy Parker Flythe and Family

"Girls are capable of doing everything men are capable of doing. Sometimes they have more imagination than men."

–

Katherine Johnson, the first Black woman to work for NASA.

Taylor Godfrey and Amelia Hasty-Rhodes

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®

Delta Xi Omega Chapter

Miss Lyric Walker

"For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord.

They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.”

Jeremiah 29:11 Best Wishes!

To My Niece, Lyric

Always remember how much I love you. As you grow older, you will face many obstacles in life stay strong Be confident and just do your best

Don’t be afraid to reach for the sky or travel to infinity and beyond, but keep God first and you will go far. I will always be here to support you.

Love, Your Titi

Lyric, Keep God first, and remember that he will guide your steps on your journey through life.

Love -Dear -

To my first born daughter. I want you to know that I’m so very proud of you. I’m proud that never, once have you let anything come in your way to stop your shine. I’m proud of the confidence you carry, and the wrongs you make right, and exploring your true talents. Continue living your dreams of being phenomenal in anything you do.As a mother I never received a manuscript on how to, “Be the perfect parent” or how to “groom your daughter” however I knew not to give up and that is exactly what I want you to always do!. Never let anyone tell you that you can’t because wills, do make ways. I want to congratulate you with this new journey, while you transition into your teens.Always know that I am here forever and always, your biggest fan. Here by your side through the good, bad and ugly.Always remember, we cry to be strong, we’re strong to be brave but you will be my child forever. I love you, I wish nothing but the best for and from you in everything you do.

Latisa Saunders

Lyric,

We wish you well in all of your future endeavors, as well as your participation in the Alpha Kappa Alpha Fashionetta pageant.

Joy & Corey Butler and family

Let's go Lyric!

Love you Uncle Demond

Lyric,

Know that you are special, gifted and loved. Always reach for the stars, but remember the sky is not the limit, it’s just the beginning.

Love your Louisiana family Russell, Cindy, Shelby and Sheldon

Lyric,

Keep your eye on the prize and know that with God all things are possible.

Love your cousins, Robert Redd

Nakilia Blakeney

"Think like a queen. Aqueen if not afraid to fail. Failure is another stepping stone to greatness." –

Oprah Winfrey

2023 Scholarship Recipients

Abbey Beam

North Rowan High

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

The

North Carolina

Agricultural and Technical State University

Zahira Evans

North Rowan High North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University

North Rowan High

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Audrey Ward East Rowan High

The University of North Carolina at Charlotte

Neveah Wood

North Rowan High Appalachian State University

Damian Brandon Salisbury High

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Dondrea Carmichael Salisbury High North Carolina Central University

Michelle Cartwright Salisbury High

Salma Munaser

FASHIONETTA STEERING COMMITTEE 2023

Recruitment- Lead- Marva McCain

Members: Toi Degree, Sandra Mitchell, Leanese Alexander. Vickie Gamble, Dolores Shannon, Yvette Johnson, Anita Curry

Finance: Lead-Detra Tate

Members; Sarah Lightner, Marva McCain, Evie Myers

Photography: Lead-Christina Smith and Cecelia McCullough

Members: Shareeka Miller, Payton Russell, Teresa Jasper

Tea and Decoration- Leads-Erika Staley and Equilla Scott-Paul

Members: Shareeka Miller, Sakia Sellars, Aleashia Brandon, LaSheka Walker, Siobhan Allen, Evie Myers, Marilyn Alexander, Tianca White, Tanya Dixon-Neely

Anita Curry, Payton Russell, Cecelia McCullough, Cierra Irving, Linda McElroy

Souvenir Book-Lead-Nessie Bates

Members: Linda McCullough, Shirley Holt, Jalyn Neely, Payton Russell, Cassondra Heilig, Lillian Morgan, Jean Kennedy, Raven Hughes, Andrea Noble

Activities and Workshops-Lead-Shelia Brown-Miller

Members: Shanikka L. Gadson-Harris, Anita Curry, Cierra Irving, Lisa Davis, Sh’Rae Moore, Teresa Adams, Lovetta Moore, Monica Banks

Program and Logistics: Leads-Amelia Hasty Rhodes and Alisa Russell

Members: Sarah Lightner, Sheena Hasty, Teresa Adams

Awards and Trophies: Leads-Toi Degree and Krystal Stukes

Members; Yvette Johnson, Jalyn Neely

Parents/Chapter Members Relationship: Leads-Melissa Rivers, Evie Myers

Members: Anita Curry, Sandra Mitchell, Leanese Alexander, Teresa Adams

Refreshments: Lead-Patricia McKinney

Members: Lovetta Moore, Sh’Rae Moore, Yvette Johnson, Sheila Flowers