The Sweet Scoop OFFICIAL SOUTHEASTERN REGION NEWSLETTER 2 12 SUMMER VIBES: THE 45TH NATIONAL CONVENTION TOP EVENTS LEGACY BUILDING RTO President Jeremiah Lowther 2022 TEEN CONFERENCE E X C L U S I V E S U M M E R E D I T I O N May 2022 HOW SER FASHION AFFECTS THE ENTHUSIAM OF JJOA 45NC Introducing the Marion Stubbs Thomas National Leadership Academy 2022 SER Fellows
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Ann Owen Gordon Oratorical Competition
June 16, 2022, the Super Cluster state level teen winners advanced to the regional competition during the 65th Teen Leadership Conference (TLC). L R: Symone Thompson (Tallahassee, FL); Mikayla Prude (Nashville, TN); 1st Place Regional Winner Braelynn White (Fayette County, GA); & Caitlyn Copeland (Birmingham, AL). Thank you to all moms who led the local & state competitions that prepared our orators for the Regional Competition including Regional Program Chair Selika Sampson, Co Chair Tammy Means, & SER Oratorical Chair Adria Welcher.
Learning how to invest is critical to our children's financial future just as important as income level. Almost 50% of parents think investing is more important today than it was a generation ago yet only 19% have taught their teens to invest money to make it grow. Kudos to the chapters that participated in the SER Stock Market Exchange 2.0 Elevated Program. Thank you again to all chapter moms & dads who led this endeavor, Father Roberto Young (Atlanta Chapter) and the SER Stoctk Market Exchange sub committee: Moms Adria Welcher, Phoebe Crenshaw, & CP Chantel Day, and Regional Program Chair Selika, Sampson & Co Chair Shannon Chambers for their time & dedication to Stock Market Exchange 2.0 . Place GTC Money Makers: Greater Tampa Chapter Place NSAC Stock Drip: North Suburban Atlanta Chapter Place Team 2: Dunwoody Atlanta Chapter
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CP Nedra Fortson poses with with Albany Chaperones
Graduating Teens at the Teen Leadership Conference Gala
Albany Chapter Teens at Regional Teen Leadership Conference
RD Darlene with graduate TP
Five of our six teen graduates were present at the region’s first post Covid teen leadership conference. Moving toward their next academic endeavor, our teen graduates passed the torch, and are now preparing for their journey as college freshmen Southeastern Regional Director Darlene McGhee Whittington congratulated our graduate Teen President Kole A. Fortson on receiving the inaugural Leaving A Legacy Award. This new award was presented to the chapter teen president in the region who exemplified leadership qualities within Jack and Jill, and in the community. Our graduate Teen Vice President Madison McCoy, and Dunwoody Chapter Teen Vice President Olivia Tolliver, were presented another inaugural award, the VIP VP Award This honor was presented to buddy chapters that completed three joint activities together for the program year.
Albany
Eleven of Albany’s chapter teens and several chaperone mothers traveled to Birmingham, Alabama for the 66th Annual Southeastern Region Teen Leadership Conference. Graduate Program Director, Mom Mona McCoy very well stated, “[Teen Leadership Conference] was a game changing experience, and . . . the kids had the opportunity to broaden their horizons and their network of like minded young adults.”
Athens Delegate Simone and Alternate Obayemi ready
Athens Chapter with REB on Western Night
Athens
The Trailblazing teens of the Athens chapter hit the road to Birmingham for the 66th annual Teen Leadership Conference. They spent time making new friends and networking with other teens from around the region. Special bonds were made with their plenary neighbors from the Albany and Atlanta chapters. Chaperone Mom Mariel and Alternate Obayemi were proud to watch Delegate and graduating senior Simone as she represented the chapter during the Senior Gala. They attended the workshop on mental health awareness and helped pack meals for the unhoused community of Birmingham. After two years of virtual conferences, the best part was just being able to be around all the other teens from the region and having fun. Whether meeting up with old friends, like the Lake Spivey crew or making new friends, the Athens teens left inspired to maintain and strengthen their connections with other chapter teens.
Atlanta Chapter Member Ty, RTP Jeremiah, Athens Delegate Simone
The Atlanta Chapter’s teens and their chaperones had a wonderful time at this year’s Southeastern Region Teen Leadership Conference, with successes in sports, leadership and service. The chapter is especially proud of Blake Haynes (rising 11th, Mom Laura) on his election as Southeastern Region Teen Secretary, and Charlie McAdoo III (rising 11th, Mom Billynda) on his election to the Southeastern Region Teen Nominating Committee. Blake is a student at The Westminster Schools and is the incoming president elect for the chapter's senior teens. Charlie is a student and activist at Druid Hills High School. Congratulations, Blake and Charlie!
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Finally, our Seniors …the Class of 2022 shined and were honored!
The Birmingham Chapter knew the assignment and carried it out with Grace, Grace, Grace!!!!
Here are a few highlights: The Chapter's own Kennedy Means is the 2022 23 Southeastern Regional Foundation Chair!!! Congratulations Kennedy!!!
Birmingham
Lauren Ware ran an awesome campaign for Regional Teen Secretary!
BHM Chapter Teens and Teen Leaders
Birmingham won 1st Place in the Teen Scrapbook Competition!!!
The World Renown Birmingham Teen Steppers won 2nd Place! There was tough competition!! Birmingham's Teens were wonderful and took the audience to church in only a style that represents B’ham excellence, and precision! They came to STEP and PRAISE, and they did exactly that!
Caitlyn Copeland won 3rd place in the Oratorical Competition!!!
The Teen Leadership Conference of the Sweet, Sweet Southeastern Region (SER) is a wrap! We were intentional in our work, purpose, and overall goal to show how we are Educated, Melanated, and Highly Sophisticated!
Lindsey Gardner & Carrington Hodge both held SER Appointments Nominating Committee and Page Committee, respectively.
Sophia Cantelow was recognized for Visual Arts.
Quincy Wilson won the Young Teen Mogul Awards for Best Logo and Best Website B'ham's Teens placed 2nd for creating a PSA and got a “FastPass” which allowed them special privileges during the conference
The basketball team made it to the semi finals!!!
The Volleyball Team won 1st place in the Sports Day Challenge Quest Agee, Mackenzie Culpepper, and Jonathon Graham won 1st place in Track & Field Events.
Birmingham
BHM Scrapbook Winner
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BHM Kennedy Means Regional Teen Foundation Chair
BHM Stepshow 2nd Place Winners
BHM Chapter Teens and Teen Leaders
Buckhead
Brevard Co. Teens attend Teen Leadership Conference in Birmingham, AL.
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Columbus
Pictured Top Left: Andrew Lewis Top Right: Michael Malone Bottom Center: Kelsey Long
Teens from the Columbus Chapter attended the Regional Teen Leadership Conference in Birmingham, Alabama. This year the chapter had four graduating teens that are pictured with their families at the conference.
Teen Anya Lofton
Dunwoody Atlanta
Ethan Liddell, Foundation/Community Service Chair with RD Darlene Whittington and RTP Jeremiah Lowther. The Dunwoody Atlanta Chapter earned the “Chapter Teen Community Service Project of the Year” award.
Teens from the Dunwoody Atlanta Chapter attended the 66th Annual Teen Leadership Conference
The East Suburban Atlanta Chapter (ESAC) teens were very well represented at the Sweet Sweet Southeastern Regional Teen Leadership Conference in Birmingham, Alabama with 24 teens in attendance. The teens attended plenaries, sports day, parties, and so much more. The teens are looking forward to attending in Fort Lauderdale in 2023!
East Suburban Atlanta
Fayette Co. Area
Billy N. Third Place Banner Contest
Olivia P. SER Best in Show
The Fayette County Area Chapter Teens attended the June 2022 Southeastern Region Teen Leadership Conference in Birmingham, Alabama. The FCAC teens represented excellence in action by achieving numerous awards on behalf of the chapter. FCAC Jill Braelynn W. won the 2022 SER Oratorical Competition. Additionally, FCAC Jack Billy N. shared his artistic skills by placing third in the 2022 SER Banner Contest. To round out this year’s conference, FCAC Jill Olivia P. won the 2022 SER Best in Show Athletics. To conclude this year’s Teen Conference, FCAC Jack Eric B. was elected to the Region's Teen Foundation Committee and FCAC Jill Olivia P. will move on to represent FCAC as a Southeastern Region Board Teen Nominating Committee Member. The Fayette County Area Chapter is extremely proud of the accomplishments made during this year’s Teen Conference.
Braelynn W SER Oratorical Winner
Five Greater Chattanooga Chapter (GCC) Teens attended an unforgettable Regional Teen Conference hosted by the Birmingham Chapter. “I enjoyed meeting Teens from different chapters and bonding with my chapter members,” says GCC Teen Curtis Jackson Drake. Graduated Teen, Summer Webb says, “As a senior, the Teen Conference is supportive, inspiring and prepares you for your future.” Teen Gerald Webb, III inserts that Teen Conference offers different topics to discuss and learn about with your peers. Incoming Teen VP, Justin Brown, said that the workshop about financial literacy and entrepreneurship was a great learning experience for him. Overall, each Teen enjoyed their time and are ready for the next Teen Conference Some even wished that Teen Conference was longer. Lead Teen Sponsor (LTS) Candace Brown said that the Teens understand better why we, as mothers, work so hard to give them the experiences that they would not otherwise have if not for Jack and Jill
Incoming Teen President, JaMya Rogan (R) was able to spend time with IP TP Summer Web (L) who graduated out.
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Chapter Moms are grateful for LTS Candace Brown (Center) who ensured our Teens’ attendance.
Greater Metropolitan Atlanta
The teens of the Greater Metropolitan Atlanta Chapter traveled to Birmingham for the Regional Teen Conference.
The Southeastern Region Teen Conference in Birmingham was a great experience for our Knoxville Chapter Teens and Moms. In attendance: Laila Rudolph is Delegate/Knox Teen Chapter President, Craig Myles, Alternate / Knox Teen Chapter Vice President, Jakhi Powell, Diondre Jackson, Delaney Jackson. From the amazing workshops to the fun parties, core memories were made. Chapter Moms are so excited for the future of all of the Knoxville Chapter Teens! What a way to usher in the summer.
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On 16 June 2022 eleven teens and three MOM chaperones from the Marvelous Macon Chapter departed Georgia on a quest for adventure and knowledge. They found that and more at the first in person Teen Leadership Conference in Birmingham, Alabama since COVID 19 stepped on the scene. The teens had an opportunity to shine bright and our chapter teens did just that!! Our Teen Delegates Sharina Cody (primary) and Brandon Barnes (alternate) represented us well. Erika Mack of the Macon chapter gave the Tellers Report of the conference election results at the closing Plenary Session. Ryan Rodgers was selected to serve on the 2022 2023 Regional Teen Nominating committee. In addition to these leadership opportunities Macon teens met new friends, connected with the teens in the chapter and had lots of fun in the process.
Macon Teens on Sports Day
Macon Teens w MAL Takeysha
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The teens of the Memphis, TN Chapter enjoyed the travel to Birmingham for the Regional Teen Conference.
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Miami
The teens of the Miami Chapter traveled to Birmingham for the Regional Teen Conference.
The 66th Southeastern Teen Leadership Conference was attended by seven teens from the Mobile Chapter in Birmingham, AL. The chapter was recognized as a SERtified Chapter.
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Montgomery Teens Attend the 66th Teen Leadership Conference
Montgomery
Eleven Montgomery Chapter Teens attended the 66th Teen Leadership Conference in Birmingham, Alabama in June. The chapter’s two graduating seniors, Kaitlin Phenix and Jordan Stokes, were featured at the Senior Gala. The Montgomery Chapter won third place in the “Chapter T Shirt and Mask” award. The chapter also received a “SERtified Chapter” and a “VIP VP” medal for work with the Greater Huntsville Chapter. Six teens submitted art portfolios and received an exclusive invitation to the “Breakfast of Champions.” The Teens had an amazing time participating in protocol and parliamentary procedures, workshops, plenary sessions, dances, soccer, and tennis events.
Graduating Teens
Nashville Chapter teens and moms had a wonderful time at the Southeastern Region Teen Leadership Conference in Birmingham. Congratulations to the Nashville Chapter’s own Gabby Bowie who was elected as the new Southeastern Region Teen Treasurer! You can “Bank on Bowie!”
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SER Teen Treasurer Gabbie Bowie
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Also, congratulations to the Nashville Chapter’s Mikayla Prude who placed second in the Ann Owen Gordon Oratorical Competition! A big kudos also goes to the Nashville Chapter’s Isaiah Horton for serving as outgoing Regional Teen Protocol Chair. From the chapter's fabulous steppers to its amazing officers, and everyone in between, Nashville is so proud of all of its Chapter teens!
“Outstanding Orlando Teens are Black Excellence in Birmingham”
Senior Teens of the Orlando Chapter participating in the “Food for the Soul” community service opportunity benefiting residents of Birmingham.
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The Senior Teens of the Orlando Chapter represented Black excellence while in attendance at the 2022 Teen Leadership Conference in Birmingham, Alabama. The teens conducted the work of Jack and Jill by attending plenary and workshop sessions as well as participated in a service project to fill local food banks and pantries through “Food for the Soul.” Two Orlando Jacks were given the opportunity to attend the Breakfast of Champions awards banquet. ‘Jack’ Caleb Nunn was nominated for the Living Legacy Award and ‘Jack’ Donovan Francois was nominated for Outstanding Leadership. ‘Jill’ Reese Taylor was acknowledged as Southeastern Region (SER) Senior Teen of the month for April 2022. The teens enjoyed participating in conference activities including the Celebrity Red Carpet, Jack & Jill Sports/Activities Day, Country Western Party, and a host of other engaging activities.
Orlando Chapter Senior Teens heading to Plenary Sessions.
‘Jills’ of the Orlando Chapter are dressed and ready for the “Celebrity Red Carpet.”
PALM BEACH
After a long-awaited return to an in-person SER Teen Leadership Conference, the Palm Beach Chapter teens won the coveted first place prize for t-shirt design.
Palm Beach Chapter Teen Campbelle Searcy attend the coveted Breakfast of Champions at the SER Teen Leadership Conference in Birmingham.
As the teens returned to an in person the 66th SER Teen Leadership Conference, Palm Beach Chapter Teen Kevin Braggs was recognized as Teen VIP VP.
Teens returned feeling excited about the upcoming program year and proud of all that they have accomplished so far. They also enjoyed the many opportunities to switch up their wardrobes. Attendees are looking forward to sharing what they've learned with the rest of the Teens in our chapter
PENSACOLA
Pensacola Chapter Teens, Marcus Coffee, Lindsay Charles, D'Ayshia Lett, and Charis Davis along with Program Director and Lead Teen Sponsor, Corby Wilson had an outstanding time at the 2022 SER Teen Leadership Conference held in Birmingham, AL.
The educated, melanated, and highly sophisticated teens of the Savannah Chapter represented the chapter well at the 66th Annual SER Teen Leadership Conference held in Birmingham, Alabama.
Savannah
For most, this was their first time attending an in person conference. The teens really enjoyed the service project, the themed parties and celebrating the Chapter's recent graduate, Teen Ashton Williams.
Many thanks are extended to hard working, and dedicated Teen Sponsors Aysha Parks and Kimsherion Reid, and of course the Chapter's Pop on Patrol (POP) Dad John Parks, for their extra care as Savannah's Teens made it to and from their destination safely.
The South Miami Chapter Seniors (Charlie Bell, Warner Davis, Ashleigh Eleby, Kai Gulley, Ian Johnson, Brooke Mason, and Chanda Singh Richardson) were also recognized at the Senior Gala on Saturday, June 18, 2022.
Fifteen South Miami (SoMi) Chapter Teens attended the Sweet Sweet Southeastern Region's, Teen Leadership Conference on June 15 19, 2022. This year’s teen conference was hosted by the Birmingham chapter. Not only did the SoMi Teens reconnect with other Jacks and Jills in the region, but they participated in several events that encompassed the theme “Melanated, Educated, and Highly Sophisticated”. SoMi's Teens were provided with leadership, service and educational tools that will allow them to make an impact in the world.
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Haute Pink Dresses and Matching Jacks
Under the phenomenal leadership of Lead Teen Advisor Stephanie Amos, along with nine amazing chaperones, and several Pops on Patrol, forty two (42) sensational teens from the Spectacular Stone Mountain Chapter attended The Southeastern Regional Teen Leadership Conference hosted by the Birmingham Chapter from June 15 19, 2022 The Teens maximized every moment. Personifying style, class, and gravitas, they were educated, melanated, and highly sophisticated throughout. Regional Director extraordinaire Darlene McGhee Whittington and other leaders raved over Stone Mountain's Jills’ haute pink dresses worn Friday, as well as the debonaire Jacks’ matching attire. Similarly, the Chapter's graduating seniors and their families radiated elegance during the Senior Gala. While finely dressed, Stone Mountain (StoMo) teens engaged maximally in plenary sessions, the opening and closing ceremonies, committee meetings, activities, community service, and parties. Importantly, please allow us reintroduce ourselves as the “Sweet, Sweet Southeastern Region 2022 Step Show champions”! The high energy, captivating, HBCU themed step team’s routine landed StoMo in the coveted 1st place position. Kudos to the Birmingham Chapter on a job well done for hosting the first in person Teen Conference since 2019!
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Style, Class & Gravitas: The Stone Mountain Chapter Represents at Teen Conference 2022
Championship Step Team
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Haute Pink Dresses with RD Darlene
Seniors at the Gala
The Tallahassee Chapter arrived at Teen Leadership Conference in true HBCU Fashion, with style and grace! The teens were afforded the opportunity to utilize Florida A &M University's "Building Champions" charter bus as its weekend transportation. That wasn't the only opportunity afforded to Tallahassee youth throughout the conference weekend. Lifelong friendships were formed across the region, leaders were indeed made and Tallahassee Moms watched their teens delight in the opportunity to just fellowship with their peers on a grand scale which they hadn't been able to do for over two years due to the pandemic what an amazing time had by all!
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C/O 2022 Attendees Show Their College Pride
Arriving FAMU Style Teens go "Western"
Moms Gala Glamourous
Teens & Lead Teen Sponsors in Ceremonial White
Symone Thompson, Florida Oratorical Contestant
Tuscaloosa
Teens from the Tuscaloosa Chapter traveled to Birmingham for the SER 66th Teen Leadership Conference. Chapter Teen President Adia Lowther and Chapter Teen Program Director & Foundation Chair Joseph Jones represented their peers well as Delegate and Alternate, respectively. Thomas Boyd (Chapter Teen Parliamentarian), Evan Lowther (Chapter Teen Treasurer), and Kennedy Richardson (Chapter Teen Editor) were also in attendance. Chapter Mother, Dr. Keisha Lowther, was recognized for her service and leadership as Regional Teen Advisor The Chapter proudly celebrated the closure of IPRTP Jeremiah Lowther’s successful tenure as Regional Teen President. In his closing remarks at the conference, IPRTP Jeremiah charged the Teens to show the world that they are educated, melanated, highly sophisticated, and prepared to be the leaders needed for the present time.
IPRTP Jeremiah Lowther at Teen Conference
Pictured Top Left RTA Keisha Lowther at Teen Conference, Top Right: CTP Adia Lowther (left) CTPD FC Joseph Jones (right) at Teen Conference, Bottom Center: Tuscaloosa Teens at Teen Leadership Conference
The educated, melanated, highly sophisticated teens and oh, so motivated teens of the Tuskegee Chapter attended the 66th Annual Regional Teen Conference for the Sweet, Sweet Southeastern Region held in the Magic City, Birmingham, Alabama.
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The teens enjoyed getting to know other Jacks and Jills throughout the region and working and learning together! They are already looking forward to next year!
Pictured: Top Left: 'Skegee Teens at Opening Session, Top Right: 'Skegee Teens and Chaperones, Bottom Left: Community Service, Middle Left: Western Night, Middle Right: Tuskegee Moms at Gala, Bottom Middle: Teens and Guest at Gala, Bottom Right: RT Florence and Sons at Gala.
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National Convention
Day 1: Registration
Lights, Camera, Action: The Magic of Programming
Lights, Camera, Action: The Magic of Programming
Lights, Camera, Action: The Magic of Programming
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Family Night
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Albany
#Magical: 45TH National Convention Epic Experience in Orlando, FL Chapter President Nedra S. Fortson and Assistant Financial Secretary Dr. Rhonda Porter traveled to the 45th National Convention in Orlando ready to do the work. Not only did they represent the Amazing Albany Chapter in the plenaries and workshops; these two Mothers carried the Chapter’s spirit of FIVE STAR Excellence with them throughout the festivities. To support our leaders, more than half of the Albany Chapter Moms updated their social media profiles with the commemorative 45th National Convention digital frame.
The Chapter also cheered on Albany Chapter Teen President Christianna Ford and Legacy Teen Vincent Williams as they attended the coveted JMB Teen Leadership Summit.
To accept the award during the 45th National Convention was Chapter President Nedra Speight Fortson. National President Kornisha McGill Brown, National Program Director Sherrell Gross and Regional Program Director Selika S. Sampson delivered the honor.
Albany’s MLK Day of Service and Sacrifice Program Voted Third Best in the Nation
“Many thanks to our Jack and Jill Families, Beautillion 2022 Families, and the City of Albany Transit system! On MLK Day, we met our community where they were,” states CP Nedra. “Those who rode public transportation were blessed by our Teens and Beaux at the bus depot with free roundtrip bus passes, socks, and toiletries, along with cards of encouragement handwritten by our younger grade groups.”
Our newly graduated Associates Mom Terrie Williams and Immediate Past Chapter Program Director Mona McCoy were instrumental in the program’s success across all grade groups.
The Albany GA Chapter is honored to receive Third Place for the National Best of the Best Programming in the Civic/Legislative Category. This programming recognition included 130 entries.
Athens
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Atlanta Chapter mothers returned from an exciting National Convention in Orlando bubbling with renewed commitment and inspiration. Moms worked with and congratulated National President Kornisha McGill Brown on her successful reelection campaign, celebrated the Chapter's latest designation as a 5-Star chapter, participated in and attended seminars -- and, of course, caught up with old friends and made some new ones. The Atlanta Chapter is especially proud of Chaplain Kimberly Manning, who was honored with the Inaugural Legacy Award this year, and Program Director Felicia Nickerson, who won the Heart of Programming Award. Several of Atlanta Chapter Mothers serve on national committees, as well. Mom Nicole Lawson Jenkins is National Membership Chair, and Moms Leslie Pitts Thomas and Lisa Bacote serve, respectively, on the National Technology Committee and the National Youth Trip Task Force.
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CP Erica, CVP Krysten and RPCC PD Tammy at the 45th National Convention Orlando.
CP Erica, CVP Krysten and RPCC PD Tammy at the 45th National Convention Orlando
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Birmingham Receives Another Five Star Chapter Award at the 2022 45th National Convention Chapter President (CP) Erica Edwards Lankford, Chapter Vice President (CVP) Krysten Holloway, Regional Programming Committee Chair (RPCC) Program Director (PD) Tammy Means and Regional Teen Foundation Chair (RTFC) Kennedy Means were busy accepting several national awards this year! In addition to serving on national committees, they did a stellar job of representing the chapter!
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CP Erica, CVP Krysten and RPCC PD Tammy at the 45th National Convention i Orlando
CP Erica, CVP Krysten and RPCC PD Tammy at the 45th National Convention Orlando.
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East Suburban Atlanta
The East Suburban Atlanta Chapter (ESAC) had 15 moms excitedly attend the National Conference of Jack and Jill of America. After being distanced due to COVID for two years, this conference left no stone unturned! The mothers had a great time learning about the status of the organization, meeting new Sistermoms, gaining/refining life skills, and most importantly bonding and building a deeper relationship with each other. The memories from this conference will last a lifetime!
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July-2022-45th Annual National Convention
The Fayette County Area Chapter (FCAC) Moms attended the July 2022 Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated 45th Annual National Convention in Orlando, Florida. The FCAC represented excellence in action by achieving numerous awards and recognitions on behalf of the chapter. The FCAC Five Star Committee worked diligently to ensure the chapter once again for the third year in a row achieved the title of Five Star Chapter of Excellence. Additionally, FCAC Mom Eren Page was recognized as a Task Force Awardee for the National We Are One Task Force. And to round out this year’s convention, FCAC Mom CaMia Jackson was recognized for the National Legislative Committee. The Fayette County Area Chapter is extremely proud of the accomplishments made during this year’s National Convention.
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FCAC President Kim Sutton with FCAC Program Director Judiffier Pearson Picture for Five Star Award for National
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The Mothers of the Greater Tampa Chapter worked hard and played hard during this year’s 45th National Convention in beautiful Orlando, Florida. In partnership with the Orlando Chapter, Greater Tampa Mothers served in leadership and planning capacities for this year’s convention. Greater Tampa Chapter National Convention Leadership included: National Convention Co Chair Vice President Joycelyn Harrison Henson, National Steering Committee IPCP Dianna Allen-Quin, National Convention Teen Summit Chair Kia Blythe, National Father’s Auxiliary Chair Dameon Clay, National Convention Sponsorship Chair
IPVP Leila Jerome Clay, National Convention Courtesies Chair Lakesia Dupree, National Convention Logistics Chair Joselynne Forde, and National Convention Closing Gala Chair and our Chapter President Tammie Pickett McFarland. Greater Tampa was also ecstatic to receive the Five Star 2.2 Chapter Excellence Distinction for the third time! We celebrated to the tunes of Grammy award winning recording artist Ne yo during the Welcome Concert. Stunningly adorned in our rose gold and black, Greater Tampa ended this year’s convention in grand fashion. We congratulate the newly elected National Executive Board. The 45th National Convention was truly one for the history books!
The Jacksonville Chapter had a strong showing at the 45th National Convention represented by Chapter President, Latasha Garrison, Chapter Vice President Ta’Vianna Sanders, and Immediate Past President LaWanda Gray along with sixteen other moms from the Chapter. Six moms also attended virtually. It was an inspirational week as moms enjoyed numerous dynamic speakers, outstanding performances, health and wellness forums and fellowship with Jack and Jill Moms across the country. The Jacksonville Chapter received the following recognition: (1) Digital Cheetah Officer Compliance Award, (2) Certificate of National Achievement for Blue Ribbon Bylaws and (3) Chapter Strategic Planning. The moms returned home energized and excited about the upcoming program year. Jacksonville
IPP Tonya Smalls, CP Chaundra Lewis, and Chapter Mom Jennifer Williams at the Southeastern Regional Breakfast
IPP Tonya Smalls and CP Chaundra Lewis with the 5 Star Recognition for 2020-2022
Lake Spivey
The 45th National Convention of Jack and Jill of America, Inc in Orlando, FL was an illuminating and enjoyable experience. The Lake Spivey GA Chapter was represented by Chapter President Chaundra Lewis, Immediate Past President Tonya Smalls, and Chapter Mom Jennifer Williams.They were honored and elated to receive on behalf of the Chapter: The Five Star Chapter of Excellence Award, The Blue Ribbon Bylaws Award, as well as recognition from the National Strategic Planning Committee. The Chapter has received Five Star status at the National Convention for two consecutive program years, and it is thankful for the hard work of their Chapter Moms and Five Star Committee.
The Majestic Miami Chapter of Jack and Jill of America Inc is proud to participate in the 45th National Convention in Orlando Florida. We are inspired by our National and regional officers, special guest, speakers and performers as well as our fellow Jack and Jill Moms. Thank you, Orlando Chapter for being such a gracious host. This year's program was nothing short of spectacular!
We leave the Convention convicted in our dedication to Jack and Jill of America and to all children.
At our 45th National Convention, the Miami Chapter received an award for Best of the Best Programming for our "Majestic Jack and Jill Black Family Day - Horse Races". We would also like to applaud our, Miami Teen, Christa Curry for receiving first place in the National Community Service Recognition for the Top Service Hours, Southeastern Region. Congratulations!
Miami
The 45th National Convention in the “City Beautiful'' Orlando, FL was 'magical'! Several mothers from the Mobile Chapter attend in person. We fellowshipped with families and made new friends with moms from every region. Excitedly, we celebrated our first designation as a 5-Star Chapter, attended the most elegant and inspirational luncheons, and partied with our soulful Sista Moms at the HBCU homecoming. A few mother members served on various committees during the convention:
CP Danielle Roberts, National Bylaws Committee; VP Jia Johnson Okeke, National Convention Plenary Committee; and CE Thkisha Sanogo, Opening Ceremony Committee. Most notably, we congratulated and celebrated our Chapter President, Danielle Roberts, who received her Pink Jacket for successfully completing the inaugural Marion Stubbs Thomas National Leadership Academy. The 45th National Convention owes us nothing! We came back on fire, to put out the fire of the incomprehensible injustices that are plaguing our community.
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Montgomery Chapter Celebrates at the 45th National Convention in Orlando
Members of the Montgomery Chapter convened in Orlando, Florida for the 45th Jack & Jill of America, Inc. National Convention from July 26-31, 2022. It was the first time the Convention was held in person since the start of the COVID pandemic. Highlights included Essence Magazine Editor in Chief Emerita, Susan L. Taylor’s Induction as an Honorary Member, performances by Ne Yo and Doug E. Fresh, and the reelection of National President Kornisha McGill Brown to a second term. Additionally, Montgomery Chapter President Nichole Thompson held the honor of chairing the 2022 Southeastern Regional Breakfast with the Tiffany inspired theme – “Breakfast at Brown & Co”. Southeastern Regional Moms looked gorgeous in black dresses and pearls. The Montgomery Chapter was named a “Five Star” chapter and received Blue Ribbon Bylaws and Digital Cheetah Officer Compliance honors. This convention allowed moms to rekindle old friendships and make new friendships while doing the business of Jack and Jill.
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We were also very proud to celebrate our Nashville Chapter moms and children for their hard work that was recognized during the Convention. The Nashville Chapter received the following awards and recognitions: (1) 1st place SER Teen Giving Overall Total Foundation Giving, (2) 1st place SER Mothers’ Giving Overall Total Foundation Giving, (3) 3rd place SER Mothers’ Giving Total Per Capita Giving, (4) 2022 Chapter Making Visionary Progress Award, (5) Chapter Strategic Planning recognition, (6) Certificate of National Achievement for Blue Ribbon Bylaws and (7) recognition for Digital Cheetah Officer Compliance.
Nashville
While early and mid-July were spent planning at the Chapter-level, late July was spent at the 45th National Convention in Orlando, Florida. We learned from, fellowshipped with and were inspired by our esteemed National and Regional Officers, other amazing conventioning mothers and illustrious special guests.
We left Orlando filled with the Jack and Jill spirit and ready to continue working on behalf of all children. Many thanks to our National Officers and Regional Officers for all of their hard work, and we also thank the Orlando Chapter for serving as such a welcoming host chapter.
We are looking forward to a new programming year, and we give immense thanks to all of our Chapter Officers and Grade Group Chairs for all of their hard work!
The Nashville Chapter was excited to spend much of July planning for a wonderful programming year.
In early July, our Program Director and Grade Group Chairs spent a weekend together at the Wildwood Resort and Marina in Granville, Tennessee, where they put their brain power and motherly minds to work to develop dynamic, educational and exciting programming for our children. In mid July, the Nashville Chapter’s Executive Board held its planning retreat in Arrington, Tennessee, where the Chapter President accompanied by the Vice-President and other Chapter Officers set the vision and direction for the year and planned for our best year yet.
North Suburban Atlanta
The Outstanding Orlando Chapter proudly welcomed Jack and Jill families from across the nation to the City Beautiful to experience the magic of the 45th National Convention. National Convention Chair Tanisha Nunn Gary (Orlando Chapter) lead with grace as she curated an exceptional experience for all registered participants. Several Orlando Chapter Mothers and Associates answered the call to serve as national convention committee chairs and co chairs while others volunteered in various capacities during on site conference activities and community service projects. Orlando Chapter Mothers also sang and danced the nights away during the Welcome Concert, Foundation Homecoming Celebration, and Family Night at Epcot. At the close of the convention, chapter Mothers refreshed their souls during the Sunday Worship Service and Gospel Brunch.
Chair Latisha Thompson (center) and Mothers of the Outstanding Orlando Chapter preparing to welcome Jack and Jill families from across the nation at the 45th National Convention Registration.
CP Chenoa Reed, VP April Page, NCC Tanisha Nunn Gary and Mothers of the Orlando Chapter are all smiles after the Legislative Luncheon with Mistress of Ceremonies, Associate Secily Wilson.
Orlando
“Experience the Magic in the City Beautiful”
City Commissioner Regina Hill, District 5 working alongside Orlando Chapter children and mothers during the community service project: On Mission On Purpose Back to School Fai
Shining bright in the Southeastern Region, the Palm Beach Chapter met all requirements and benchmarks to achieve the Five Star Chapter Excellence designation. Attaining Five Star Chapter Excellence status is a significant achievement for the Palm Beach Chapter and symbolizes their dedication to Jill of America, Incorporated. Congratulations to the Palm Beach Chapter, its Five Star committee chaired by Past Presidents Elrika Richards, Karlene Kiminyo, and Lakiesha Thomas; and the Five Star committee as a whole.
Job Well done!!!
Palm Beach
A Magical Celebration of Excellence
Presentation Picture for Mind Body Soul Recognitions
The Pensacola Chapter received the following recognitions: Five Star Chapter of Excellence, Blue Ribbon Bylaws, Digital Cheetah Officer Compliance Award, Mind Body Soul Recognition for Most Engaged Chapter, and Teen Giving Recognition for Total Per Capita Giving.
Pensacola
Chapter President Tracy Robinson-Coffee, Chapter Vice President Christina Hawkins and Immediate Past President Carla Davis Programming Luncheon
ChapterPresidentTracyRobinson Coffee, ChapterVicePresidentChristinaHawkinsand ImmediatePastPresidentCarlaDavisreadyfor JJOAAMagicalFamilyNightCelebration
Presentation Picture for Teen Giving Recognitions
Presentation Picture for Digital Cheetah Officer Compliance Award
The Pensacola Chapter is exceptionally proud of the recognition received for the hard work and commitment of our Mother Members.
Several of our Pensacola Chapter Moms made their way to Orlando, FL, for the 45th Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated National Convention. Chapter President Tracy Robinson Coffee, Chapter Vice President Christina Hawkins, and Immediate Past President Carla Davis represented us well while receiving numerous awards on our behalf.
Tallahassee
Florida's First Chapter had so much to celebrate during the 45th National Convention; however, the most memorable moment was learning of its newly attained FIVE STAR 2.2 Chapter Excellence National designation. Mothers basked in the Power of a Dream and enjoyed the company of members from the Provisional Group they are sponsoring, Valdosta Moms on a Mission.
Chapter President/Regional Program Chair Selika, Vice President Genae, Program Director Kim, Treasurer Letitia, & Mom Lille were all in attendance and represented the chapter well while learning of it's Nationally Acclaimed 5 Star Status
The Tuscaloosa Chapter was represented at the 45th National Convention by three bright and beautiful mothers, including Chapter President Mara Jones, Regional Teen Advisor Keisha Lowther, and Chapter Financial Secretary Keita Gore. In addition to making memories together and enjoying time for sisterly bonding, CP Mara, RTA Keisha, and CFS Keita absorbed knowledge of best practices, programming ideas, and a wealth of other information. Fellow moms are eager to welcome these leaders back and learn from them at the upcoming Chapter Retreat.
Tuscaloosa
Tuskegee
The moms of the Tuskegee Chapter along with their families, traveled to our 45th National Convention in Magical Orlando Florida. Immediate Past Chapter President Tisha Lowery, Regional Treasurer Florence Holland and Chapter Financial Secretary Wendy Strain Boykin attended the National Convention along with Chapter Editor Mom Ashley Spencer Baker who attended virtually.
Jack Major Holland represented the Southeastern Region during the opening ceremony of the convention and was recognized during the Regional Breakfast for his outstanding service to the community collecting and distributing food items to those in need as well as preparing and delivering meals to seniors and others in the community each week since the time of the pandemic.
The Tuskegee Chapter was also recognized as the chapter with the highest Foundation Contribution per capita in the Southeastern Region.
