We are so proud of our chapters and families celebrating National Black Family in May. The plethora of smiling faces and carefully curated events and celebrations are highlighted in this June Issue of the Sweet Sweet Scoop. We are so honord to serve the SER. Enjoy!
The SER Program Directors kept the heartbeat of Jack and Jill strong with assistance from the SER Program Committee and program related committee chairmen.
Phoebe Crenshaw
Chantel Day
Antoinette Davis
Kristina “Steen” Lyles, We Are One Chair
Remonica McBride
Serina Johnson
Sabrinna McTier
LaTasha Rogan
Dawn Stanley
Kelly Johnson
On Saturday, March 25, 2023, the Jacksonville Chapter of Jack & Jill hosted the Florida Super Cluster in St. Augustine, FL, the nation's oldest city.
The Jacksonville Chapter is recognized as the Cycle 3 FIRST PLACE winner of the National Best of the Best Quarterly Programming Recognition. The event was filled with Jack and Jill of America, Inc. programmatic thrusts and focus areas: cultural, educational, health, civic/legislative, and social/recreational.
Congratulations to Chapter President Latasha Garrison, Program Director Marshana Rivers, the Super Cluster Steering Committee, and the entire Jacksonville Chapter!
On Sunday, March 26th, Greater Huntsville Chapter youth enrolled in GHC University! This chapter-wide activity went above and beyond because chapter mothers AND fathers facilitated this activity which supported the Jack and Jill of America, Inc. (JJOA) American Red Cross partnership, incorporated lessons from various JJOA curriculum and the We Are One National Task Force Resource Guide in order to stimulate our children’s growth and development into future leaders.
Additionally, as the second aim of JJOA is to “seek for all children the same advantages that we desire for our own,” the chapter donated 60 books (one book per chapter child) from current and previous SER book club lists to the Community Health Action Center’s book nook which serves children in an underserved predominately African-American community. This donation was publicized in Oakwood University’s alumni newsletter. At the completion of “GHC University,” each youth had earned 5 financial literacy and 12 leadership credits. Congratulations to Chapter President Dawn Stanley, Program Director Jamia Shepherd, the GHC Steering Committee, and the entire Greater Huntsville Chapter!
Sunday, April 16, 2023, the Southwest Florida chapter’s Fathers' Auxiliary assisted moms in hosting the “Defending Black Excellence: Killmonger VS Wakanda” Mock Trial. The Innovator and Trailblazer groups combined for an exciting day of exploration and leadership.
On Mission and On Purpose, this activity increased participants' understanding and interest in the legal system and law-related careers while providing tips for college success, workplace etiquette, and great public speaking opportunities. This event was publicized in the local media via the Community Press (a community-wide news publication) and through the chapter’s social media outlets.
Congratulations to Chapter President Autumn Holloway, Program Director Shangriah Roberts, the Mock Trial Steering Committee, and the entire Southwest Florida Chapter!
2023-2024TeenOfficer
The Regional Executive Board selected five Amazing Albany Chapter Teens to serve on various committees at this year ' s teen conference. We are excited about their opportunity to serve in these leadership roles!
CHRISTIANNA FORD
JARIA WARE
JEREMY CHARLES
KENDYL DYER
VICTORIA CHARLES
TEEN ADVISORY BOARD FOUNDATION
EVALUATIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS THEME
TEEN
FOUNDATION CHAIR
KENNEDY SMITH
TEEN VICE PRESIDENT
The Amazing Albany Chapter’s Black Family Day “Celebrating Families with Colors in Action” was EPIC!! Fun was had by all!
Committee Chair Mom Dr. Stephanie Dyer and the Black Family Day Committee created a program that brought family, movement, fun, recognition, great food, laughter, and chapter bonding altogether. From relay races to chair volleyball, the parents were just as engaged as the children.
The program ended with recognizing all of the children with special gifts and words of wisdom from our graduating senior. Our beautiful Associate Mothers also joined the fun.
This very well-attended event was a wonderful way to end the programming year!
With all of the end of year activities in May, families can find their lives getting hectic and stressful For Black Family Day, the Athens Area Chapter decided to take some time for fun self-care. Under the theme: "Our Minds Matter: Eat, Play, Love", the families gathered to eat some good food from local Dawg Gone Good BBQ, play old school games and take a mental health break with a yoga/meditation session with Sydney McCall. They also celebrated Co-Mothers of the Year - VP Mariel and CSC Lyquaia, recognized graduating seniors and honored award winners.
The Atlanta Chapter celebrates a successful 2022-2023 and looks ahead to the next program year
AtlantaChaptermembersareincrediblyproudofour2022-2023 fundraisingefforts.AtourMaymothers'meeting,representativesfrom Children'sHealthcareofAtlanta,SilencetheShame,SEMLink, KidsDoconWheelsandtheJackandJillFoundationjoinedus.We donated$42,500toeachofourthreelocalcharities,$73,000toour belovedFoundationand$7,500toCHOA.
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Atthisyear'sannualmothers'luncheon,wecontinuedthetraditionoftaking ourchapterphoto Wealsoinstalledthechapter'snewexecutiveboard:Mikki Anderson(President),QuianteNeal(VP),TamikaChambers(Program Director),IndiaEppsandChristinaMillers(APDs),MiriamGomillion (Sergeant-at-arms),LolitaBrowning-Jackson(Chaplain),StephanieCross (correspondingsecretary),AliciaCullensWatkins(Treasurer),AricaKing Coleman(Financialsecretary)andDawnThornton(Editor).
WealsowelcomednewlegacymothersJameshaBeckham,AshleyBelton, RachelGervin,CandiceGlover,JorielleHouston,TaylorIyoho,Rhonda Jones,RaeRansomColeman,KimberlyWilliamsandKrystalWoods
Thechaptersaidfarewelltoseveralmothersattheluncheonaswell.Weare gratefultoKatrinaBlasingame,VernaCleveland,BrookeEdmond,Crystal Frontin,TwylaGordon,KellyGreen,GlenndaHall(deceased),Karleen James,NicoleLee,PinitaWallaceOladimeji,MarciOverstreet,LisaTaylor, LeslieP.Thomas,HeatherWilliamsandRashidaWinfreyforalltheirwork forusandourchildrenovertheyears.
Atlanta Chapter families brought lawn chairs, blankets and picnic baskets and boxes (including some provided by Mom Eboni Bowman of Flavor
Atlanta) to the city's Westside Park to celebration National Black Family Day (Family Reunion and Family Fun Day) on Saturday, May 20. The afternoon included fellowship, games and activities for all ages -- despite a sky that threatened rain!
L to R: Zion Allen, Zay Allen, Darren Allen, Zoë Allen (Legacy)
Columbus, GA
The Columbus, Georgia Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. congratulates Mother Dolly Baker as she bridges over to an Associate Jewel following fifteen years of committed service. Mother Dolly was initiated into the COLGA Chapter in May 2008. During her tenure she served as Chapter President, where she led the Chapter’s 45th Anniversary Celebration and the chartering of the Columbus, Georgia Associates. Mother Dolly served as a member of the Southeastern Regional Grievance Committee, and as Beautillion Ball Chair. She has worked on and chaired various committees however, her passion has always been the Speak Up Speak Out and Ann Owen Gordon Oratorical Competition. She is married to Father Chuck Baker, and they have two children, Alumni Austin and Lauren.
The Dunwoody-Atlanta Chapter celebrates a successful 2022-2023 and looks ahead to the next program year
The East Suburban Atlanta Chapter (ESAC) celebrated Black Family Day in its own authentic African essence! The chapter celebrated the accomplishments and milestones of the mothers, children, and pops.
The chapter partaked in sensual Caribbean food, learned about their genealogy history, gave out awards, and most importantly loved on each other! The mother of the year was awarded to Immediate Past President Thandie Hazelton Pinkston, a mom that has been in the chapter for 14 years!
#ForTheChildren #ESAC #UpwardAndOnward
The East Suburban Atlanta Chapter (ESAC) Senior Teens closed the year out with an "ESAC Senior Teen Party" hosted by Mom Lisa and Pop Barrett Dungy. The graduates had a blast playing water games, fellowshipping with each other and wearing their stoles to signify the accomplishment of being JJOA Graduates. The main topic was the upcoming "SER Teen Conference" and all the fun to come in June. We are so proud of our graduates.
#ForTheChildren #ESAC #UpwardAndOnward
The Fayette County Area Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated had the pleasure of bringing in two new mothers into the FCAC family on Sunday, May 7, 2023 as it held its New Member Installation at The Flat Creek Country Club of Peachtree City, Georgia.
Throughout the 2022-2023 programming year, the installation process included the opportunity for prospective new mothers to attend the chapter informational tea, open chapter events, the FCAC Fundraiser, and the FCAC New Members’ Orientation Workshop.
The Fayette County Area Chapter is confident new Mother Neelofer Johnson and new Legacy Mother Candice Williams are ready to serve, and the chapter looks forward to their contributions to the chapter.
On Sunday, May 21, 2023, the Gracious Greater Chattanooga Chapter welcomed eight new families to Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Having met all requirements for membership, the mothers were installed by Chapter President, Latonya Mahlahla. A reception was held after all ceremonies.
She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come. She speaks with wisdom, and faithful instruction is on her tongue. She watches over the affairs of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children arise and call her Blessed; her husband also, and he praises her: “Many women do noble things, but you surpass them all.” Charm is deceptive, and beauty is fleeting; but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.
[Proverbs 31: 25 - 30] (NIV)
Left to Right: Mom Charquette Nelson, Mom Jenika Mincey, Mom April Lloyd, Mom Rodnika Lanier, Mom Ronni Houston, Mom Thalia Little, Mom Karitsa M. Jones, and Mom Andrea Irvn
TheGoldenIslesChapterofJackandJillof AmericacelebratedBlackFamilyDayonSaturday, May6th,2023,attheGilliardFarminBrunswick, Georgia.GilliardFarmisablack,family-owned organicfarmthatspecializesinproducingand sellingfresheggs,spicesandproduce.Gilliard Farmhaslongpracticedtheimportanceof sustainablyfarmingandproducingproduceand livestock.Thebrotherandsisterteam,Altheaand MatthewRaiford,ownthefarm,teachgroups abouttheimportanceofsustainablefarmingand caringforlivestocktosupporttheenvironment andgivebacktothecommunity.
ChapterPresidentShontaeBuffington,Program DirectorShanettaReidandGradeGroupChair DeniseCreightonrecognizedourteenchildrenfor theirleadershipandcommunityservice.Each graduatingseniorwasrecognizedfortheirservice andcommitmentthroughouttheprogram,andwe acknowledgedourdadsfortheirsupport.Forthis occasion,weusedthethemeof“StrongRoots,To GrowForward.”Eachchildwaspresentedwitha personalpottedplanttocareforathome, symbolizingtheimportanceofbeingrootedin goodsoilthatwillallowthemtogrowstrongand prosperous.
Thechildrenwillbeeducatedontheimportance thatfarming,agricultureandself-sufficiencyplay intheblackcommunityinourpastandinour future.
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Mother of the Year - Tammy Williams
(Lead Teen Sponsor)
Father of the Year - Dwayne White
Family of the Year - The Williams Family (LTS Tammy, Dad Carlton, Teen President
Taylor, and Teen President-Elect Tyler)
Spotlight Award - Karyn Jeannopolous
Teen Rookie of the Year - Carter Haynes
With great pleasure, the Greater Fort Lauderdale Chapter welcomed two new Mothers into Jack and Jill of America, Inc. On Sunday, May 20, 2023, the Chapter hosted an Induction Ceremony followed by the installation of Teen Officers.
Nothing says family like good food and fun! The Greater Huntsville Chapter ended the programming year with a cookout, end-of-the-year recognitions, games and a visit from the local black-owned ice cream truck run by Mr. Bantu.
The Star Gazers were excited to once again win the Spirit Stick for highest grade group attendance.
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TEEN PRESIDENT WADE MURPHY
TEEN VICE PRESIDENT
TERRENCE McCRAE
TEEN TREASURER
TEEN RECORDING SECRETARY
TEEN CORRESPONDING SECRETARY
TEEN EDITOR
CLIFFORD DANIEL
MILES IYAMU
JUSTIN CLARK JOSEPH THOMAS
TEEN FOUNDATION CHAIR
TEEN HISTORIAN TEEN SERGEANT AT ARMS
CHRISTOPHER CHATMAN
AUSTIN DANIEL
ANAYA LAWRENCE
Crystal Conway-Johnson is originally from Philadelphia, Pa., but attended and graduated from high school in Atlanta, Georgia at B.E. Mays High School. After high school, Crystal earned a degree in English Literature from Agnes Scott College. She then went on to earn her Master of Public Administration degree from the University of Pennsylvania. After working for a few years, Crystal returned to school to earn her Juris Doctorate from Pennsylvania State University. In her legal career she has worked at the Fulton County Juvenile Court, Schiff Hardin LLP, U.S. Merit Systems and Protection Board, Superior Court of Fulton County and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. During her career she started both the successful Teen Court and Juvenile Drug Court programs at the Fulton County Juvenile Court. Crystal is a member of the Gate City Bar Association, Child Protection and Advocacy Section of the State Bar of Georgia Executive Committee, former Big Brother Big Sister volunteer and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated. She has served in leadership positions in the State Bar of Georgia and has published legal articles in various publications. She is married to C J J h J and shares a son, Coy J. Johnson, III (7), and a daughter, Carys K
Crystal Conway-Johnson
The Greater Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter celebrated Black Family Day on May 7, 2023, at Duncan Park in Fairburn, Georgia.
We had a good ole fashioned picnic complete with delicious food, plenty of games, lots of dancing with DJ Tron and great bonding with all wonderful families.
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he Greater Metropolitan Atlanta hapter celebrated Black Family y on May 7, 2023, at Duncan Park in Fairburn, Georgia.
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"Families are a symbol of the strength of our culture and rich history of the African American community”
Greater North Atlanta chapter celebrated families on May 7th at Mount Pisgah Patriot Athletic Center in Johns Creek, GA. Chapter members, clad in their Black Family Day t-shirts, enjoyed game stations, spades tournaments, tug-of-war, family competitions, bouncy houses and much more while a dj was spinning infectious tunes. The chapter members also enjoyed delectable dishes from the phenomenal food truck, Soul Truckin’ Good. During the celebration, all GNAC children received a certificate and gift (Jack & Jill baseball cap) from the programming committee for their participation during the programming year.
On May 13, 2023, The Greater North Atlanta chapter welcomed two new moms in a lovely ceremony held at The Reserve 116, in Alpharetta, GA. The chapter welcomed legacy members, Dionne Calloway and Briana Hudson. The induction ceremony was followed by a wonderful brunch, and the event was capped off by a moving toast given by chapter president Kelly Johnson.
Kendall Baines
Garrett Head
Grant Godfrey
Hannah Jean-Gilles
Chase Lewis
Cavanaugh Primus
Jasmine Stewart
Tyler Webber
Kennedy Brown
Jeremiah Mitchell
Hailey Douglas
Bella Primus
Madison Jenkins
Anya Jones
Tyler Scott
Zayden Wade
Jaide Kelley
Rachel Everett
Matthew Peterson
Nicholas Allen
Charter Mom Sonya Brown
Charter Mom Shelley Dunson-Allen
Jacqueline Hay-Primus
Charter Mom LaShawn Jenkins
Charter Mom Ursula Jones
Charter Mom Deborah Stewart
Mom Sherri Wade
Mom Tadia Whitner
The Jacksonville chapter celebrated Black Family Day at Main Event with laser tag, bowling, and a host of other games. It was a fun-filled day for the whole family!
On May 10, 2023, The Knoxville Chapter of Jack and Jill, Incorporated ushered in the following five new moms: Danielle Bell, Natasha Leeth, Tiffany Davidson, Brittonya Sparks, and Jeanette Toney- Isang. The 2023 New Member Initiation Ceremony was held at Ruth's Chris Steakhouse in Downtown Knoxville Tennessee. The induction ceremony was followed by an amazing dinner, joyful laughter and lots of love. Members are excited for the newest additions, and the contributions they will bring to the growing chapter.
On Saturday May 6th the Knoxville Chapter of Jack and Jill, Incorporated came together for a day of food, fun and fellowship. Our 2023 Black Family Day was hosted at Top Golf. With brunch, games, and golf...fun was had by all ages. Mom Fanisha planned an exquisite day which included recognition for our graduates and the chapter fathers--no detail was left out.
"Where there is family, there is love"
Marvelous Macon Chapter had a fun filled weekend. Eleven new Moms joined our organization and took the first step into our beloved sisterhood!!! We are so excited about our new Moms as well as their wonderful husbands and amazing children. In addition to new member intake, our new executive board and teen executive boards were installed for the new year. The celebration continued as new teens crossed over the bridge to start a new adventure in the teen group. Last but not least, the graduating teens were showered with gifts as they all head off to college in the fall.
President-ChiiOnyeagocha,VicePresident-LaTonyaMorgan,Treasurer-MarvaMaples,ProgramDirector-Sandra Nichols,RecordingSecretary-MelanieBurroughsCole,CorrespondingSecretary-TiffanyGraham,Financial
Secretary-MyraMcCaskillCrenshaw,Editor-LaurenPrice,Chaplain-TanikaYancy,Historian-ElisePolk
President-MekhiBlakemore,FirstVicePresident-SorayaNorris,SecondVicePresident-JoshuaRobinson, RecordingSecretary-OliviaCyrus,CorrespondingSecretary-ObalaOnyeagocha,Treasurer-PhillipWofford.
Editor/Historian=RussellMaples.FoundationChair-KennedyGraham,Chaplain-RyanJames
The Memphis Chapter celebrated 2023 Black Family Day at the Family Farm of our very own Mom Angela and Pop David McClarty. Our families brought lawn chairs, blankets, and tents to the family farm to celebrate National Black Family Day (Family Reunion and Family Fun Day). The afternoon included fellowship, games and activities for all ages! A fun time was had by all!
Montgomery celebrates New Officers, New Members, and Black Family Day
The Montgomery Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated celebrated Black Family Day by honoring 2023 graduating teens and tenuring moms With the theme, “A Red Carpet Affair,” eleven graduating seniors and five tenuring moms were honored at the Montgomery Cultural Arts Center on Sunday, May 14th. Chapter Vice President, Mom Tondra Shambray, chaired the event. Families were serenaded by Montgomery Chapter members, Karson and Kassidy Richardson. Outgoing Mom, Dr. Nichole Thompson, received the Outstanding Mother of The Year Award. Mom Nichole became a member of Jack and Jill in 2003. With 20 years of service, Mom Nichole served as the Montgomery Chapter President from 2019-2023. She also has served as Chapter Vice President, Corresponding Secretary, Cotillion Chair (Tuskegee), Program Director, Foundation Chair, and Chairwoman of the Southeastern Regional Breakfast. Students in all age groups were recognized for their honors throughout the year. A fun time was had by all.
On the morning of May 20, 2023, at the Nashville City Club, the Nashville Chapter warmly welcomed twenty-three new mothers, including four legacy mothers, into its illustrious chapter. Many thanks to Regional Director Darlene M. Whittington, Chapter President Courtney L. Woods, Chapter Vice President Katherine Y. Brown and Immediate Past Regional Director Latrecia Jordan for their leadership. The newest mother members of the Nashville Chapter are listed below:
Adrienne Battle Kennedy, Ashley Aye, Andrea Scott Crump, Angelica
Adrienne Battle Kennedy, Ashley Aye, Andrea Scott Crump, Angelica
Wood, Chara Rand, Courtney Pitts, Cynthia Yeldell Anderson, Danielle
Wood, Chara Rand, Courtney Pitts, Cynthia Yeldell Anderson, Danielle
Jones, Frances Sexton, I'Ashea Myles, Johari Matthews, Juanita
Jones, Frances Sexton, I'Ashea Myles, Johari Matthews, Juanita
Traughber, Joi Mitchell, Latoya Townsend, Lauren Ladd, Margertha
Traughber, Joi Mitchell, Latoya Townsend, Lauren Ladd, Margertha
McLean Artis, Martesha Johnson Moore, Monica Allen, Perri DuGard
McLean Artis, Martesha Johnson Moore, Monica Allen, Perri DuGard
Owens, Rhonda Kinslow, Rolanda Lister, Shaelan Williams, and Toya
Owens, Rhonda Kinslow, Rolanda Lister, Shaelan Williams, and Toya
Malbrough Malbrough
celebrationonSunday,April23,2023.The Chapterhonoredthisyear'sgraduatingMothers andhighlightedtheaccomplishmentsofthe graduatingSeniorTeens.TheChapteralsohosted thenewmemberinitiationceremonyand welcomedthreelegacyinitiatesMotherLydia Allen,MotherJacquelineJones,andMother ShaylaJohnsonMount.PastMember-at-Large SharonBourges-Jonesservedastheguestspeaker andprovidedwordsofencouragementtoChapter MothersandAssociateJewelswithreflectionson “TellThemWeAreStillRising.”
The Orlando Chapter celebrated its annual Black Family Day on Sunday, May 7, 2023 with an old school family reunion style gathering. The fun-filled, interactive event included family board games, a photo booth and a highlight reel honoring the Chapter's graduatin ceremony to celebrate and reco n and teens bridging over to a h food, fun, games and fellowsh
GROWING & GLOWING. Palm Beach is beaming with the addition of five new Mother Members and their families. (From left to right) We welcome Ava Parker, Courtney Newell, Kalinthia Dillard, Nerissa Holden Hall and Martine Forrester Cadette
ThePalmBeachChaptertoutsrecognitionforrecentregionalinitiatives. Indeed,the"allhandsondeck"philosophyspansitsgradegroupsand reacheseverylevelofthechapter
DuringCycleTwooftheBestoftheBestprogrammingtheTeenGroup (RoyalPalms)placedthirdintheRegionforan"ArtAfterDark"activity. Foroneimmersiveevening,thePalmBeachChapterteenssubmergedinto thebeautyandmeaningofartattheir“teentakeover”oftheNorton Museum ofArt.Theteensdonnedsneakerswiththeirsemi-formalattirenotjustfor"kicksandgiggles"-thefootwearselectionallowedtheTeens toexpresstheirindividuality,asdopersonswithdiffering exceptionalities,abilities,attentionspans,reading/comprehension abilitiesanddevelopmentalneeds.
UsingaQRcode,teenswithshorterattentionspanswereabletoeasily traverseandlocaterelevantpiecesofAfricanAmericanartonexhibitin themuseum.Also,thesilentdiscoallowedallparticipantstoenjoymusic anddance,atavolumethatwassuitedforeachteen Assomeindividuals strugglewithanoverloadofsensoryinput,thesilentdiscogaveeachteen controlovertheirexperience.Artwasalsopresentedasaformofmental relaxationandtherapy
CongratulationstoTeenPresidentGabby,Lanai,Lane,Rayna,andRayven fororchestratingandexecutingan“ifnotforJack&Jill”program.
The Pensacola Chapter is motivated by the successes of 2022-2023 and looking ahead to the next program year.
Chapter President
Christina Hawkins
Vice President
Tonya Young
Chapter Treasurer
Genevieve English-Charles
Program Director
Stephanie Powell
Recording Secretary
Sabrina Hopkins
Corresponding Secretary
Andranette Hall
Financial Secretary
Priteyja Brannon
Chapter Editor
Dierdre Thompkins
Parliamentarian
Chelsie Green
Foundation Chair
Alonda Jones
Chaplain
Donya Charles
Historian
Kamaria Dunn
On Sunday, May 21 the Pensacola Chapter gathered together to celebrate Black Family Day at the Skate World Skate Center in Milton, Florida. The skate party had a 70's Disco theme. Mother members, Jacks and Jills, and Dads enjoyed having the rink to themselves. The decor, food, entertainment, and awards were beyond fitting for the day. Vice President Christina Hawkins and her family were awarded Family of The Year, Chapter President Tracey Robinson-Coffee was awarded Mother of the Year, Mom Andranette Hall was awarded New Mother of the Year and Editor Stephanie Powell was awarded Trailblazer of the year.
Savannah Chapter is excited to introduce you to our new Dynamic Duo in Leadership.
We are so excited about the new places we will go under our new leadership. Your Sister Moms love you and we can't wait to see your visions for our chapter manifested.
Congratulations Ladies!
CP Ayesha Parks & VP Kimberly Roache
We are so excited to welcome 3 amazing women to our chapter who are ready to do the work of Jack & Jill.
Mom Demi Green
Mom Amber Hall Mom Ashley Scott
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ASHTON GARY TREASURER
MEARA RASUL VICE PRESIDENT
JADEN GILLIAM PRESIDENT
SHAYLA STEWART RECORDING SEC.
JADA CAMPBELL CORRESPONDING SEC.
TIANNA BURROWS FOUNDATION CHAIR
CORY JOHNSON PARLIAMENTARIAN
PERRY SYLVAIN CHAPLAIN
On Sunday, May 7, 2023 the South Miami Chapter held our annual Black Family Day at Matheson Hammock Park in Coral Gables, Florida. Our chapter members and their families enjoyed a fun filled day full of games and activities.
Senior Teen Officers
Garrison Andrews, President; Madison Norwood, Vice President; Brandon Dowling, Treasurer; Brooke Spiva, Recording Secretary; Alyssa Carr, Corresponding Secretary; RJ Washington, Foundation Chair; Milo Key, Chaplain
Junior Teen Officers
Wendell Spiva, President; Chloe Frazier, Vice President; McKinley Parks, Recording Secretary; Kennedi Webb, Corresponding Secretary
Jenai Bethune, Jennifer Blakely, Natasha Browner, Chanae Connell
Chism, Quinette McIver-Dossman, Kedra Fairweather, Dameka
Hawkins, Bunnie Hilliard, Edidiong Ikpe-Ekpo, Sarita Henry-Lewis, Jahnisa Loadholt, Tanesha Magby, Taniqua Miller, Dominique Morton, Gayle Murray, Shreeta Quantano, Christen Watts, Mira Williams and Tiffiny Williams-Ture
Wednesday, May 31, 2023, Florida's First Chapter added one more mother to its rich legacy. The Tallahassee Chapter welcomed the Legacy of Life Member Margaret Lee Ingersoll (Columbus, GA).
Mom Brandi Ingersoll was brought into the chapter by the Chapter's Vice President Genae Crump and her Membership Committee and under the leadership of President Selika S. Sampson. Mom Brani is ready to Work, Play, and Live Together with her Tallahassee Sister Moms.
On Wednesday, May 31, 2023, the T ll hassee Chapter of Jack and Jill of rica, Inc. gained its 35th Chapter dent (CP), Angela Suggs and her Executive Cabinet. The Chapter's mediate Past President Selika S. mpson brought them in, in fine ion at Hotel Indido as they were celebrated amongst chapter members, Associate members, ommunity leaders, family, and nds! Congratulations CP Angela! e Chapter was also fortunate to come New Teen President Nyla lose and her Executive Board. Congratulations CTP Nyla!
Saturday, May 6, 2023, the
Chapter celebrated National Black Family Day. Fourteen (14) graduating seniors of the class of 2023 were honored. CoLead Teen Sponsors Fran Close & Monesia Brown showered each teen with a special tribute & gifts provided by the chapter. The chapter also congratulated eight (8) mothers who Bridged Over to "Associate's Land." During this time, the chapter also showered children who moved up to new grade groups.
Saturday, May 6, 2023, the Tallahassee Chapter celebrated National Black Family Day. Fourteen (14) graduating seniors of the class of 2023 were honored. The chapter also congratulated eight (8) mothers who Bridged Over to "Associate's Land." During this time, the chapter also showered children who moved up to new grade groups.
Treasure Coast Chapter members celebrated Black Family Day on Sunday, April 30th at Oak Hammock Park in Port Saint Lucie, FL. This year's theme: "We're outside: Finishing Strong our New Normal" described the day perfectly. Chapter members were outside engaging in old school games and competing in friendly competition with our children to encourage physical activity and family quality time. Chapter moms had fun competing with the teens in a friendly game of kick ball while the fathers watched and cheered the moms. There was a nature trail where the children went on a short hike to get their steps. All grade groups had fun getting wet with the water balloon fights. Let us not forget the fathers who taught the children how to fly kites. Overall, it was a day of family fun because the teens were not on their phones.
OnSunday,May21,2023,Chaptermemberscelebratedtheseniorteens,Father's appreciation,Associatesappreciation,andgraduatingMothersOurchildren wererecognizedfortheirachievementsandthegraduatingMotherswalked acrossthebridgetoAssociatestatusGraduatingteenswereacknowledgedfor theirservicetothechapterandpresentedwiththeirJackandJillstolesAllthe childrenpresentedtheirfatherswithhandwrittenletterstothankthemfortheir supportthroughouttheyearTheAssociateMothersofthechapterwere presentedwithgiftsoflovefortheircontinuedsupportandappreciationThe eventwasheldatMartinDownsGolfClubandResortinPalmCity,Florida.The venueisnotonlyblackowned,buttheownersarealsoformerJackandJill members
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Members of the Tuscaloosa Chapter gathered on May 21, 2023 to induct two new mother members and install officers for the coming program year.
Following these ceremonies, the new mothers and officers were joined by additional family members for food and fellowship in observance of Black Family Day.
President - Reese Conley (center)
Vice President - Kennedy Richardson (right)
Treasurer - Shedrick Ingram (left)
Recording Secretary - Maya Conley (far left)
Corresponding Secretary - Julien Boyd (not pictured)
Editor - Lauren Hatcher (far right)
CP Yashica Frazier (L) and FC Ashley spencerbaker (R) with our Honoree for Associate of the Decade, Ms. Zoe Baker
President - Tangela Kimber VP- Jonessa Williams
Treasurer- JaTaryia Thomas
Recording Secretary- Regina Kimbrough Chaplain- Thameka Miller
Program Director- April Doyle
Sergeant at Arms- Kelley Saxon
Financial Secretary- Eleshia Turner
Corresponding Secretary- Stephanie Bullard Editor/Historian - Carla Jordan
Parliamentarian - Aqila Blankumsee
Protocol Chair- Chanel Randolph Lead Teen Advisor- Terry Johnson
The Valdosta Chapter of Jack and Jill, Inc. recently held its first Pink & Blue Senior/Honors Brunch as a chapter! We greatly appreciate support from our sponsors including, Pepsi, CJB, Chick fil A,Sunset Farms, Pecan Grove, Mom Terry Johnson, and Creole de Sol. We also give thanks to Balloonatics, along with Austria Johnson for the beautiful photos!
Our Seniors and families were especially touched by our speaker, Dr Kimberly Cross, a Jack and Jill of America, Inc. alum, who is also a local OBGYN within the Valdosta Community!
The West Georgia Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated is proud to welcome seven dynamic new mother’s to our village!
We know they will bring new perspectives and ideas to our organization, and look forward to working with them to positively impact our community. Let’s work, live and play together!
Good old fashioned family fun was had by all celebrating Black Family Day at Kayaneh's Sunset Ranch!
West Georgia rounded out the year by learning about Entrepreneurship, through a fire-side chat with the owners; Health, through food production; and Culture while learning the details and importance of land ownership and homesteading for African Americans.
