2024 Miss Fashionetta Program Handbook

Program Handbook

Miss Fashionetta 2024

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Kappa Omega Omega Chapter Bakersfield Ivy Legacy Foundation, Inc.

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Kappa Omega Omega Chapter Bakersfield Ivy Legacy Foundation, Inc.

25th MISS FASHIONETTA PROGRAM

PROGRAM HANDBOOK

P URPOSE

The Program Handbook is the guide for implementing the Agreement for Participation (i.e., Contract). Its purpose is to give participants and parents/guardians detailed rules and guidelines for participation in the Miss Fashionetta Scholarship Program.

H ISTORY

Fashionetta™ is an Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., federally registered program. Through the program's fund-raising efforts, the Sorority supports leadership and service activities throughout the international community. The Fashionetta™ experience provides participants with amazing academic and social experiences that inspire the pursuit of higher education and supports their development into productive, caring and educated adults. Many of the young women who have participated have since graduated from college and are making substantial efforts to improve society.

Since 1985, the local chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. has sponsored the Miss Fashionetta Scholarship Program to inspire and mentor young women as they advance from high school to college and beyond, and to support their scholarship and future academic endeavors. This year is the chapter's 25th Miss Fashionetta Program. The Chapter is proud to collaborate with the Bakersfield Ivy Legacy Foundation, Inc., to sponsor this great scholarship event. During the next several months, participants will be attending activities and workshops that provide cultural, intellectual, and social enrichment opportunities. The culminating Event Presentation is an exciting one where participants will be presented to the Bakersfield community in a program that spotlights their accomplishments, goals, and talents.

A PPLICATION

Participation in the Miss Fashionetta Scholarship Program is open to female high school students of high ethical standards and moral character; with a minimum cumulative college-prep GPA; with demonstrated involvement in school, church, or community activities; unmarried, not pregnant or parenting; and willing to commit the time and dedication necessary to have a successful experience. The application will be made available through the program website: www.missfashionetta.com

M INIMUM GPA

Applicants for the 2024 Miss Fashionetta Scholarship Program must a have minimum cumulative collegeprep GPA of 2.5. For Seniors, Juniors, and Sophomores, the “GPA (10-12)” is considered. For Freshmen, the “Total GPA (9-12)” is considered. Proof of GPA must be submitted and accepted by the committee no later than February 13, 2024.

R EGISTRATION F EE

The Registration Fee of $200.00 is due no later than February 13, 2024 and is non-refundable.

COVID - 19 S AFETY

P ROTOCOL

Vaccinations are not required at this time however if there are changes in the CDC recommendations this may be updated.

Z OOM P ROTOCOL

There may be an occasion where an activity may require participants and/or families to take part via Zoom. To participate, have a good internet connection, good audio and clear your schedule for the activity. Do not multitask.

Required Zoom etiquette:

● Cameras on

● Be in a private space so discussion isn't heard by others (or use headphones)

● Look into the camera when talking instead of looking at yourself.

A TTENDANCE

The Miss Fashionetta participant must complete the total program of activities on the calendar. This means the Miss Fashionetta participant is expected to participate in all mandatory activities throughout the program. (See Calendar for proposed dates on page 8.)

PLEASE DIRECT ANY QUESTIONS ON THE ABOVE SECTION TO:

Raquell Jones, General Chairman 661.706.7672

E VENT P RESENTATION

The Miss Fashionetta Scholarship Program Event Presentation will be held June 9, 2024. The Event Presentation will be presented at the Bakersfield Marriott at the Convention Center. The Event Presentation is a formal affair.

A TTIRE

D RESSES

A floor-length white dress with short sleeves or spaghetti straps is required for the Miss Fashionetta Event Presentation. Participants will be provided pre-approved dresses from which to choose. The dresses should not be altered other than hemming and alterations for fit.

Participants must have her gown cleared for ordering by the Gown Chairman or her representative prior to the date she sets. The purpose of the clearance is to ensure too many participants do not have the same gown. Dresses must be ordered by the date she sets, to allow time for delivery well in advance of the dress inspection date.

D RESS I NSPECTION

The Gown Chairman will give each participant an appointment for the dress inspection. Participants are expected to be on time for their appointment.

Dresses must be ordered no later than the date set by the Gown Chairman, to allow time for delivery well in advance of the dress inspection date.

Mothers, guardians, or an adult female representative are required to attend the dress inspection with the Miss Fashionetta participant. Participants should bring the shoes, gloves, and undergarments, (slips, bras) that will be worn the night of the Event Presentation to the dress inspection. If adjustments to the dress are required (hemming, taking in, etc.), the Gown Chairman will request a second inspection. Approval of the dress is required to be presented on Event Presentation

H AIR

At the Event Presentation, hair must be a natural hair color. For example, green, blue, yellow, purple, etc., hair colors are not acceptable. Hairstyles should be neat and worn in a manner that does not interfere with the participant’s field of vision. There should be no flowers or elaborate hair ornaments.

S HOES

White fabric pumps, white leather pumps or white non-fabric pumps (closed toe and heel) with one inch to two-inch heels are required.

G LOVES

Long white matte or satin gloves are required. The gloves should fit just over the elbow. All attire is the responsibility of the participant and must be approved by the Gown Chairman.

T ATTOOS A ND P IERCINGS

Certain body piercings or tattoos are not allowed. If determined inappropriate, the Committee will assist participant in covering them to continue in the program.

O THER P ARTICIPANT A TTIRE

Additional outfits will be determined by the role assigned and approved by the Miss Fashionetta Committee.

A TTIRE FOR E SCORTS

Participants are to select their father, father figure, brother, cousin, or long time adult friend of the family as her escort. A boyfriend or anyone she is dating is not acceptable.

Father/Escorts will wear “Black Tie” formal attire consisting of black tuxedo, black formal socks, and formal black patent leather shoes or any black dress shoes. Loafers with tassels and other types of sporty shoes are not permitted.

The expense of the tuxedo is the responsibility of the respective escort. The Dress Chairman will provide all escorts with the Tuxedo Shop details. If the escort personally has his own Tuxedo, it will need to be approved by the Dress Chairman. Escorts may also wear dress uniforms if they are in the military.

A TTIRE F OR M OTHERS

Mothers are requested to wear semi-formal or “After-Five” attire. White dresses are not appropriate to wear during the Event Presentation. Dresses should not be provocative in nature with high splits, low cut necklines or sheer material.

PLEASE DIRECT ANY QUESTIONS ON THE ABOVE SECTION TO:

Jeanie Hill, Dress Chairman 661.303.8545

D ANCE R EHEARSALS

The dance routines are a very special part of the program. So that participants and their parents/escorts feel comfortable in performing the dance, time is required to learn the routine. All participants should arrive at rehearsals on time and are required to remain on the rehearsal premises for the entire time.

E SCORTS

It is imperative that escorts attend each scheduled rehearsal. When selecting an escort; please consider his ability to attend rehearsals and his willingness to cooperate. Attendance will be taken at each rehearsal.

PLEASE DIRECT ANY QUESTIONS ON THE ABOVE SECTION TO:

Kalisha McCabe, Activities Chairman 661.378.0329

M ISS F ASHIONETTA T ITLE

The title of MISS FASHIONETTA is conferred upon the participant with the highest performance score. The criteria for the performance score include participation in activities on the calendar; participation in The Economic Wealth Entrepreneurship Challenge; amount of funds raised with sponsorships and ads; academic performance in school; leadership within the group of participants; and hours of community service outside the program.

A WARDS

There will be additional awards as outlined below. All participants are eligible to compete for all awards. Award Title Criteria Award

Miss Fashionetta Highest Performance Score Crown, Sash & Trophy

1st Runner Up 2nd Highest Performance Score Trophy

2nd Runner Up 3rd Highest Performance Score Trophy

Basileus’ Award Highest cumulative GPA Scholarship & Trophy or Plaque

Miss Congeniality Determined by Participants Trophy or Plaque

Community Service Each participant will have the opportunity to earn community service hours during the Fashionetta Program. The Participant who earns the most hours will be recognized at the Event Presentation for her work in the community.

Miss Personality Highest amount of Participation Points (see next section)

Trophy or Plaque

Trophy or Plaque

P ARTICIPATION P OINTS

Participants are awarded participation points based on several criteria. These points are used by the Fashionetta Committee and Event Presentation Judges to select the winner of Miss Personality. Points awarded for: 1) attendance at each activity; 2) overall cooperation during the entire program; 3) compliance with deadlines and instructions given; 4) Poise, personality, charm, and carriage during Event Presentation.

P ERFORMANCE S CORE C RITERIA

Criteria for Performance Score

30% Participation points (taking part in the direct mentoring portion of the program)

25%

The Economic Wealth Entrepreneurship Challenge: Development of Business plan or Program plan (i.e., addressing breast cancer; community involvement; those programs that address either of the education, women’s health, financial literacy, the arts, global impact targets)

25% Fundraising (sponsorship and ad sales)

10% Academic performance in school

5% Leadership within the group of program participants

5% Hours of community service outside program

100%

PLEASE DIRECT ANY QUESTIONS ON THE ABOVE SECTION TO:

Raquell Jones, General Chairman 661.706.7672

S CHOLARSHIP A WARDS

All participants can receive scholarship awards at the Event Presentation. You, the participant, and your parents will determine the amount of your scholarship award by how hard you work on selling ads and sponsorships. Set a goal and work toward it.

Scholarship awards are determined by combining the performance score and fundraising amount as follows: Miss Fashionetta 2024 Scholarship Awards

40% of Funds Raised Minimum Performance Score of 90% and Fundraising Amounts $9,000 and above

30% of Funds Raised Minimum Performance Score of 85% and Fundraising Amounts $5,000 to $8,999

25% of Funds Raised Minimum Performance Score of 85% and Fundraising Amounts $3,000 to $4,999

$500 to all other participants that complete the program**

**NOTE: The minimum fundraising amount is $2,000 for each participant. Participants that do not reach the minimum amount forfeit continued participation in the Miss Fashionetta Program

Fees will be deducted for returned insufficient fund checks and chargebacks. Adjustments shall be made to participant totals for funds that are not recovered by the deadlines.

The Bakersfield Ivy Legacy Foundation, Inc., will distribute scholarships after Kappa Omega Omega Chapter has confirmed proof of full-time enrollment in an accredited 2 year or 4-year college/university. Proof includes copy of the receipt showing payment for registration or class schedule.

S PONSORSHIPS

Participants may receive dollar donations from sponsors. The total amount from each sponsorship donation will be counted as ‘sponsorships’ toward the participant’s percentage of return. Fees will be deducted for returned insufficient fund checks and chargebacks. Adjustments shall be made to participant totals for funds that are not recovered by the deadlines.

All procedures for sponsorship sales will be outlined at the Fundraising Workshop on February 13, 2024.

A D S ALES

The total amount from each souvenir book ad sold will be counted as ‘ad sales’ toward the participant’s percentage of return. Fees will be deducted for returned insufficient fund checks and chargebacks. Adjustments shall be made to participant totals for funds that are not recovered by the deadlines.

All procedures for ad sales will be outlined at the Fundraising Workshop on February 13, 2024.

PLEASE DIRECT ANY QUESTIONS ON THE ABOVE SECTION TO:

Raquell Jones, General Co-Chairman 661.706.7672

P ARENTS ’ R ESPONSIBILITY

Parents are responsible for transportation to and from all in-person events on the calendar, unless otherwise stated. In the event there is an emergency, please call the Activities Chairman. Additionally, we encourage parents to continue to provide moral support and encouragement to their daughters to sustain their interest in the program.

C RITICAL D EADLINES

Tuesday, February 13, 2024 - Participation (signed contract by Participant and parent/guardian, GPA verification & Registration fee)

Saturday, April 6, 2024 - Minimum fundraising level ($2,000.00)

Dress Inspection (Date determined by Gown Chairman (see “Dress Inspection” section on page 3)

Saturday, May 11, 2024 - Final Ad Sales Turn-in. No Participant credit will be given for ad monies submitted after this deadline date

Saturday, May 25, 2024 - Final Sponsorship sales. No Participant credit will be given for sponsorship monies submitted after this deadline date

G ENERAL I NFORMATION

Miss Fashionetta is an excellent opportunity for you, and it will also provide many exciting cultural and educational experiences; therefore, all participants are required to maintain the following standards:

● Attend class daily

● Maintain cumulative GPA of at least 2.5

● Do not get any referrals which would be sent to the dean for discipline

● Get involved in your community and earn your community service hours

● Attend activities on the Activities Calendar

● Collect your ads, sponsorships and tickets from your family, friends and community

● HAVE FUN!!!!!

P ROPOSED A CTIVITY C ALENDAR

February 10, 2024 Orientation Tea

February 13, 2024 Fundraising Workshop

February 18, 2024 The Economic Wealth Entrepreneurship Challenge Intro

February 24, 2024 Black History Parade

March 9, 2024 Workshop/ Ad Turn-In

March 23, 2024 Workshop/ Ad Turn-In

April 6, 2024 Ad Turn-in/Minimum Fundraising Deadline & Grade Check

April 14, 2024 The Economic Wealth Entrepreneurship Challenge Final Pitch

April 28, 2024 Church Visit

May 4, 2024 Dress Inspection/Vision Board

May 11, 2024 Final Ad Turn-in & Grade Check

June 9, 2024 Miss Fashionetta Event Presentation

Thank you for your participation in this exciting scholarship program. The women of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Kappa Omega Omega Chapter look forward to working with you.