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President Kimberly Mingo Palm Beach Chapter families, congratulations on another successful program year! You continue to amaze me with your dedication, creativity and passion for our fabulous Jack and Jill chapter. I always look forward to our annual end of year recognition and celebration of “The Black Family”. After working mostly within our grade groups and a few chapter events, it’s a time to reflect back on the hard work everyone has put in throughout the year and celebrate together on a job well done. This is truly a labor of love and so rewarding when you see the friendships that continue to strengthen each year among our families and to watch our children grow before our eyes into beautiful young adults who willingly assume leadership roles that will continue to shape our future and theirs.

After my first year as Chapter President, I see great progress and excitement as we continue to build on our prior year successes. We continue to excel at programming which is the foundation of our organization while focusing on how we can make a a greater impact in our Palm Beach communities. We are still a young chapter, but we are growing and continue to bring in exceptional new members and welcome transfer members to our chapter. As we prepare for the summer, I hope you take time to think about how Jack and Jill has impacted your families and ponder the question, ”If not for Jack and Jill”…would our children be who they are today. I can honestly say that my children and family would not be! May God continue to bless you and keep you safe.

It is an honor to serve as your Jack and Jill Palm Kimberly Mingo, Palm Beach Beach Chapter Chapter President, 2016 - 2018 President this year. I am truly blessed to serve with an awesome group of women. I am also so thankful for the support of my husband, Todd and our children, Sydni, Kelsi and Madison.

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PROGRAMMING CHAIRS

VICE PRESIDENT

THE EXECUTIVE BOARD FOUNDATION CHAIR

FINANCIAL TEAM

The Executive Board of Jack and Jill Palm Beach for 2016-2018 is (from left to right): Vice President Karlene Kiminyo, Program Chair Jennifer Maczyk-Brown, Program Chair Katrina Williams, Recording Secretary Tonya Thomas, Corresponding Secretary Vernique Williams, Treasurer Lakiesha Thomas, Financial Secretary Rita Darden, Foundation Chair Deawn Roundtree, Audit Committee Chair Ashley Pinnock, Historian Marjorie Garcia, Parliamentarian Kianta Prince-Bryant, and Chaplain Celeste Bolden. Our chapters salutes these women of excellence for their service and leadership in our Palm Beach Chapter.

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The Class of Maya Garcia is a senior in the Medical Science Academy at Royal Palm Beach High School in West Palm Beach, FL. She is the daughter of Rigo ll and Marjorie Garcia. She has been a member of the Palm Beach Chapter for five years and has served as Chaplain and Historian. Maya has volunteered 300 hours at a local hospital. She is the president of the Beta Club and is active in 6 other clubs.

Maya has been accepted to her top choice colleges and will attend Hampton Univeristy in the fall. She will major in Biology and pursue a career as a Physician Assistant.

Peyton Hendricks is the youngest and only girl of Alfred and Michelle Hendricks.

Peyton is a senior at The Benjamin School in Palm Beach Gardens, FL. Peyton has been a member of Jack & Jill for 10 years.

She has held the position of Teen Secretary for two terms. Peyton has been an avid dance performer since 2 years of age.

She is active in her church and an active volunteer in the community. She has been a member of the Honor Roll throughout high school. Peyton will attend the University of Miami and pursue a degree in Pre-med.

Hannah Jackson is a senior at Suncoast Community High School in Riviera Beach, FL where she is an IB student. She is the daughter of Anthony and Cyprianna Jackson.

Hannah has been a member of the Palm Beach Chapter since it’s Chartering in 2012 and is graduating as the Teen Group President.

She is a member of several school clubs and has been involved in her church’s social media ministry. Hannah will attend Rollins College in Winter Park, Florida. She will be in the Accelerated MBA program majoring in Pre-Law and Interdisplinary Studies.

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Jordan Jackson is a senior at Park Vista Community High School in Lake Worth.

He is the son of Anthony and Cyprianna Jackson. Jordan has been a member of the Palm Beach Chapter since its chartering in

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Community service Graduating Seniors in Palm Beach Give Back to the Community“ 2012. He is a member of the Varsity Football and track teams. Jordan plans to attend West Point Military Academy on full scholarship where he will major in Accounting. He aspires to one day lead his father’s CPA Firm.

Sydni Mingo is a senior at Spanish River High School in Boca Raton, FL and is the daughter of Kimberly and Todd Mingo. She has been a member of Jack and Jill since 2005 with five of those years in the Palm Beach Chapter.

She has served as the Chapter Corresponding Secretary and currently the Vice President of the Teen Group. Sydni is a member of the Athletic Honor Society and Captain of her varsity volleyball team. She plans to major in Business with a minor in Communications.

She will attend Hampton University.

Maya Thompkins, a senior at Somerset Academy Canyons High School in Boynton Beach, FL, is the daughter of Tricia & David Thompkins (deceased).

She has been a member of the Palm Beach Chapter for three years. Maya serves as Vice President of her inaugural graduating class and co-founder/ Vice President of Somerset Peer Leadership Club. She has volunteered at a local hospital, served as Treasurer, then Vice President of the SGA and is a founding member of the school’s Science National Honor Society.

Maya will attend the University of Miami and plans to major in biological sciences.

Community service as a senior is temporary.

Learning to love service in life is forever.

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Graduating

MOMS

The Jackson family began its Jack and Jill of America, Inc journey late but what a wonderful short journey it’s been.

As a Charter member of the Palm Beach Chapter and with very little prior information about it, I had to learn about Jack and Jill quickly. It still thrills me to remember my first Mother’s Workday as a member of our Provisional Chapter. During the weekend, Mothers from the Southeastern Region demonstrated a passion for the organization beyond words. I sat in awe during the first General Session and continued to be wowed over the next two days. I knew that I would be challenged and blessed by my membership and that my family would also.

The first sign from the kids that Jack and Jill was going to be a great experience for them was after the first grade group activity for my two youngest. On the way home I got repeated questions about the organization and when the next grade group activity was. A few years later their first Teen Conference solidified the deal!

It’s hard to believe that we’re graduating out and yes it does bring tears to my eyes. The friendships that have been made by my children and me will last beyond these Jack and Jill years. Watching my children grow in so many ways because of their Jack and Jill experience and knowing that there really is a village, the Jack and Jill village, that had their backs, made parenting a little bit easier. For me, working together with likeminded women to develop substantive programming for our children, impactful community service activities for those in need and having lots of fun while doing it, created bonds of Motherhood Sisterhood that I hope will last a lifetime. Jack and Jill Palm Beach Chapter will always be near and dear to me.

I will continue to call you by name in my prayers and will support your endeavors as I can.

Sincerest of love to all of you…carry on.

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To our mother and best friend: Of all the gifts life has to offer, a loving mother is the greatest of them all. Our mother is a woman like no other. There are not enough words we can say to describe just how important you are to us, and what a powerful influence you continue to be. All of our lives, we have followed in your footsteps, wanting to be half of who you are. You are our teacher, our mentor and our friend.

We have learned a lifetime of knowledge from you by admiring you from afar and listening to your every word.

Because of you, We know what strength and courage is.

MOTHER CYPRIANNA JACKSON

Because of you, we learned how to put our faith and trust in God. Because of you, we know what it feels like to be confident in our own skin. You have held our hand through hardships and there was even a point when we had to hold yours. You never fail to put others first and your spirit always radiates in any room you walk in.

Nothing will ever compare to the bond and memories that we share. We are now moving on to a new chapter in life and we want to thank you for getting us where we are today and always having our best interest at heart.

We are thankful to know that we will always have an angel watching over us, and proud to call her our mother.

We love you.

Love.

Quinn, Blake and Peyton

MOTHER MICHELLE HENDRICKS

Dear Mom, Words cannot explain how impactful you have been in our lives. For as long as we can remember, you have been someone who encourages the mindset “if you’re going to do something, do it right.” From school meetings to sports events, to anything and everything in between, you have been there giving all your support and making sure we give all our effort. You continue to support us and pray for us every day, which has shaped each one of us into adults who are ready to take on any challenge that may come our way. You have pushed us to be the best version of ourselves, and for that we will be forever thankful. You’ve given up hours of relaxation to tend to our needs, and for that we thank you. You’ve dealt with our crazy mood swings, and for that we thank you. You’ve managed to keep everything together during the most stressful times, so we thank you for being our superwoman. But most of all, you have shown us unconditional love and for that we thank you. We don’t know who we would be or where we would be without you. It’s impossible to repay you for all the ways you’ve been there for us, and we can only hope that you are proud of the people we are growing into. You are the strongest woman we know.

We love you, we love you, we love you, and we love you.

Love, Paige, Anthony, Jordan, and Hannah

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SUGAR PALMS GG1

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MAJESTIC PALMS GG4

Madison

Kailyn

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Skylar

Christian

Noelle

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Maya

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Jordan

Kai

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Jadyn

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BLACK FAMILY DAY

2017 Black Family Day Jack and Jill of America Palm Beach Chapter Oratorical Presentation - Tai Thomas Blessing - Father Redick Brown Welcome - President Kim Mingo Sugar Palm Presentation - “Dreams” by Langston Hughes Ballroom Dancing Showcase “The Lit Ballroom” Recogntion and Awards Sugar Palms Teddy Bear Palms Windmill Palms Majestic Palms-“Moving Up Ceremony” Royal Palms Community Service Award Special Committee Awards Best Activity Host Mothers Perfect Attendance Mother and Father of the Year Graduating Class of 2017 Maya Garcia Peyton Hendricks Hannah Jackson Jordan Jackson Sydni Mingo Maya Thompkins Graduating Mothers Michelle Hendricks Cyprianna Jackson ***Dancing, Fun, Fellowship***

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Reflections from Our Graduating Moms (continued from page 4)

MOTHER MICHELLE I was inducted into Jack&Jill of America, Inc. in May of 2007 into the Montgomery County Chapter (Pennsylvania.) Soon after installation I relocated and joined the North Suburban Dallas Chapter. In November 2007, I joined the NSDJJ Chapter.

I quickly immersed myself into the Constitution and Bylaws and membership intake committees.

Later I became Pre Teen Group CoChair. In 2013, we again relocated and I became a member of the awesome Palm Beach County Chapter. My family was immediately embraced and welcomed!

As I approach my transition into becoming an Alum and Life Member, I reflect on my membership with Jack&Jill. As Peyton states, “It’s so worth it!” J&J is so much more than an African American family organization providing cultural, social, educational, civic, and recreational activities that stimulate and expand young minds. It has provided balance for my teens who attend a predominately white private schools, it has provided listening ears as my children matriculate through relationships and hardships, it has provided laughter and fun, it has provided support and cheers, it has provided confidence, a true sense of self, knowledge and a network of friends that my children will forever cherish. Through J&J, Quinn, Blake and Peyton will always have a “Go To” person. It is consistently displayed.

Now when it comes to me, the Mom, I’m glad I am writing vs. speaking because tears roll down my cheeks. The group of women in the Palm Beach Chapter are indescribable. The value of this chapter lies in the Women who dedicate themselves to this worthwhile organization.

You all have remained a constant in my life. As I’ve navigated through being a solo parent the majority of the time, due to Al’s career demands, I had comfort in knowing that you all are always there and available if needed. I will always treasure the unyielding love and support you provided during my cancer battle. I wasn’t accustomed to asking for help, I always did it all myself. You taught me how to ask. I am so grateful for the prayers, meals, cards, calls, texts, and genuine love. You will never know how much that meant to me and what I learned in the process. Thank you!

Keep doing what you’re doing, because you’ve figured it out. I am confident that the children of the Palm Beach Chapter WILL be the dynamic future leaders of this country and beyond.I appreciate you. I will miss you all immensely.

Thank you!!!

Smooches XOXOXOXOX Mother Michelle

This Year At A Glance

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This is not the end... this starts something greater.

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