T.E.A. Rose Debutante Cotillion Scholarship Program - Achieving Pearlfection 2021

Saturday, April 24, 2021 Virtual Celebration & Program 6:00 in the evening

Leadership& Scholarship Deirdre Graddick Heart of Service Scholarship The Deirdre Graddick Heart of Service Scholarship was established in honor of Soror Deirdre Graddick. In 2018 while serving as co- chairman of the Cotillion, she experienced some health challenges. After a few medical exams it was determined that Deirdre needed a heart transplant. Throughout the program, she continued to check in on the progress of the Pearls to make sure they stuck with the program and completed their service project. Deirdre is a servant leader and you could find her at almost every program and service activity for the sorority. She also serves faithfully for Spelman College.

Linda P. Calloway Leadership Award The Linda P. Calloway Leadership Scholarship was established to award young leaders for their active community engagement and leadership skills. Linda P. Calloway was a charter member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Sigma Omega Omega Chapter. She was a supporter of education for all children and a leader in the community, the sorority and her church. The family of Linda P. Calloway has also established a Legacy Scholarship open to young women pursuing careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

Legacy Scholarships

Legacy of Pearls Foundation in collaboration with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. offers a variety ofscholarships for students to further their education. For a list of scholarships, please visit www.legacyofpearls.org/scholarships

Latanya Boatwright, President Quantindra Smith, Sr. Vice President Jessica Jackson, Treasurer Nia Brown, Board Member Barbara Lark, Board Member Roxanne Grimes, Board Member

Tiffani Stewart, Secretary Joy Huguley, Financial Secretary Taffy Fletcher, Board Member Tremelle Howard, Board Member Shekesha Jefferson, Board Member

Nia Brown, President Shekesha Jefferson, Vice President Myesha Good, Secretary Melissa-Hanah Anele-Terry, COPR Secretary Brieana White, Assistant Treasurer Marcheria Jessie, Hostess Shelease Valentine, Sergeant –at-Arms Shirley Springer-Arnold, MBR at Large

Betty Lovett, Assistant Secretary Shona Brantley, Treasurer Talia Purifoy, Financial Secretary Jalisa Jefferson, Ivy Leaf Reporter Traquila Young, Historian Taronda Hall, Parliamentarian Sheila Watts, Chaplain

Greetings!

On behalf of the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Sigma Omega Omega Chapter, it is my distinct honor to welcome you to the Inaugural Virtual T.E.A. Rose Debutante Cotillion. Though our world has changed as we have all grappled with the devastating effects of the global pandemic, this special group of intelligent, resourceful, and determined young ladies refused to be dispirited by the insurmountable challenges we are all facing. They are to be commended for their impeccable character traits of perseverance, dedication, commitment, and ingenuity.

For several months, they have gathered virtually to build genuine relationships with each other while also learning invaluable social skills and engaging in service projects.

Parents, we certainly understand your hopes of witnessing your daughters being presented to society in person. Nonetheless, you have been gracious in your willingness to enjoy a virtual presentation.

For that, we extend our heartfelt appreciation. I had the pleasure of interacting with each of your daughters when I provided their dining etiquette, business etiquette, and social graces training. They are simply amazing young ladies! I was deeply impressed by their thoughtfulness, intelligence, ambition, and kind hearts. As such, I congratulate you, dear Parents, for raising such wonderful and accomplished young ladies.

We also extend many thanks to everyone who supported the debutantes’ fundraising efforts, volunteered their gifts and talents by presenting training sessions and workshops, purchased tickets to witness this grand occasion, and offered words of encouragement and support to these incredible young ladies.

The magical moments of this entire experience have all been made possible by Mrs. Dellena Priester, Cotillion Chairman, and her extraordinary Cotillion Committee. Congratulations, ladies, on a job well done! Your creativity, innovation, and diligence are unparalleled. Thank you for casting a vision we could all believe in and for refusing to concede to challenging circumstances.

To the 2021 T.E.A. Rose Debutantes, know that we are proud of you and look forward to the extraordinary contributions you will all make to society. Though our final event culminates tonight, know that we will always be here for you as you navigate your path and cultivate the dreams of your hearts. Keep your focus and work your plans because you are all destined for greatness!

Soaring in Service, Nia M. Brown President

Greetings!

On behalf of the members of the Legacy of Pearls Foundation, Inc., it is my honor to welcome you to the 2021 T.E.A. Rose Debutante Cotillion & Scholarship Program. Thank you for your presence as we recognize and introduce the T.E.A. Rose Debutantes: Achieving Pearlfection.

Congratulations and best wishes to the exquisite Debutantes, our Pearls! The Cotillion serves as the culmination of the 2021 T.E.A. Rose Debutante Cotillion & Scholarship Program where the participants are presented to society. The Debutantes engaged in a six months journey that consisted of leadership development, confidence building, college preparation, etiquette training, money management, and community service but with added complexity, a global pandemic. Our Pearls demonstrated resilience, imagination and determination. It has been a pleasure to work with such a group of intelligent, talented, and delightful young ladies. Pearls, thank you for your dedication.

We salute and thank the parents of the Debutantes who allowed us the opportunityto work with their daughters on this inaugural virtual cotillion. This night would not have been a success without your support, time, and commitment.

Legacy of Pearls Foundation, Inc. (LOPF) is the renowned non-for-profit 501c3 that works in partnership of Sigma Omega Omega Chapter. LOPF’s mission is to support the families and citizens of Douglas County and surrounding areas with programs that create vibrant and healthy communities. The Legacy of Pearls Foundation, Inc. succeeds through the generosity of friends, corporate and community partners, and people like you. Your generous donations allow LOPF the opportunity to provide educational assistance and resources through our scholarships, community programs and activities.

I extend a special thank you to the Cotillion Chairman, Dellena Priester, and the Cotillion Committee for organizing and implementing the entire virtual program. The team’s innovative and creative approach made this experience impeccable. Your leadership, dedication, and hard work is outstanding and appreicated.

Finally, thank you to our members, sponsors, community partners, patrons, volunteers and all those who support Legacy of Pearls Foundation. The T.E.A Rose Cotillion would not be possible without you.

Again, congratulations, Pearls and enjoy this moment. Welcome to all in attendance, and it is my hope that you enjoy this enchanting night excitement and surprises.

Respectfully,

Latanya Boatwright

Legacy of Pearls Foundation, Inc., President

Welcome to our 2021 T.E.A. Rose Debutante Cotillion Scholarship Program. I am beyond proud to celebrate this historical 1st ever Virtual Cotillion with our debutantes, families, supporters, and friends. This year has been an unprecedented year as we were hit with the Covid-19 virus and a worldwide pandemic. Despite the shelter in place orders and not being able to meet in person, I am grateful that we decided to move forward with this year’s program in a virtual setting.

As the committee chairman, I would like to thank the entire T.E.A. Rose Cotillion Program Committee for helping to ensure that this year’s program was a success.

Each committee member gave of their time and talent, and worked tireless to make sure that our workshops, community service, and the overall debutante experience was done in excellence. Over the 6-month period, under the theme of “Achieving Pearlfection” our debutantes participated in workshops ranging from etiquette to public speaking. They participated in several community service projects where they collected items and donated to several communities. Finally, while raising scholarship funds, they also participated in paint parties and several girl-talk sessions where they were able to have fun and bond with each other.

I would to thank The Legacy of Pearls Foundation and The Sigma Omega Omega Chapter for their support of our cotillion program. The program started in 2019 with 4 young pearls and this year we hosted 32 pearls. As a premier program on the west side of Atlanta, we will continue to grow our program and offer social, cultural, service, and leadership opportunities to our participants.

Finally, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to the parents, family members, patrons, and all of our supporters. The success of our program tonight is because of you and that we are thankful. I am so proud of each one of our debutantes!

I am looking forward to watching them grow up to be future leaders. I hope that what we have poured into them, they will remember a lifetime!

Sincerely,

Dellena Priester Dellena Priester 2020-2021 Cotillion Chairman Legacy of Pearls Foundation, Inc.

T.E.A. Rose Debutante Cotillion Committee

Melissa Hannah-Anele Deborah Belle Taffy Fletcher

Deborah Gibson Shana Price Keisha Siah

Dellena Priester I Tanika Warrior I Ashley Tate Chairman Co-Chair Co-Chair

Latanya Boatwright I Quantindra Smith I Terri Hurst Legacy of Pearls Foundation, Inc Officers

Miss T.E.A. Rose 2020 - Nyah Priester Miss Nyah Priester was crowned Miss T.E.A. Rose during the 2020 T.E.A. Rose Debutante Cotillion Scholarship Program. She is a 2020 graduate of Chapel Hill High School and is a first-year student at Clemson University in South Carolina. Nyah is majoring in Nursing and minoring in psychology. During her first year she participated in Clemson's Connection Program for minority students and continues to nurture her passion for cheerleading by cheering with Clemson's Cheerleading Club. She also works as a Clemson Orientation Ambassador hoping to inspire minority students and install confidence to be successful at a predominately white institution.

MISTRESS OF CEREMONY

Alisha Thomas Morgan

Alisha Thomas Morgan made history at age 23, by becoming the first African American to serve in the Georgia House of Representatives, representing residents of one of Georgia’s largest counties, Cobb County. Re-elected to five more terms, she served on the Education, Appropriations and Health & Human Services Committees.

As a fierce advocate for equity in education, Alisha retired from the legislature in 2014, returned to school to earn a Master’s degree and became Superintendent of Ivy Preparatory Academies, a network of all girl’s public charter schools. Under her leadership, the schools drastically improved their academic, financial and operational structures. One school nearly doubling its state score going from a 43 to an 85.

In 2019, Morgan launched the Fearless Chic™ brand and became a full-time entrepreneur. She uses her experiences as a leader in the policy, education and nonprofit sectors as a keynote speaker and education consultant. Her clients range from national non-profits to local school districts.

An award-winning leader, Morgan has been featured as a thought leader in several publications including The New York Times, The Washington Post, CSPAN, Georgia Trend, Marie Claire, Ebony and Essence magazines. Morgan is a graduate of Spelman College with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and Drama and holds a Master of Education in Educational Leadership from Kennesaw State University. She is an active board member of the Joseph & Evelyn Lowery Center for Human Rights Institute and Board Treasurer of Equity in Education. She is also a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.

Morgan is host of the Fearless Chic Podcast and co-owns Yardshow ATL. She is a proud mother of her 13-year-old daughter Lailah, an eighth grader who is smart, sassy and kind, like her mama. Morgan is deeply passionate about and, on a mission, to help women stop just checking the boxes in life and instead fearlessly going after their dreams.

MASTER OF CEREMONY

Kilby LaMar

Kilby LaMar is from Shreveport Louisiana, and has resided in Atlanta, GA for 17 years. He works in property management and is the owner of K. LaMar Signatures event planning and entertainment.

Many know him for his distinct voice as a voiceover specialist. He's done voice work in many capacities to include television, radio, film, and social media. He’s a proud HBCU graduate reigning from The Grambling State University.

He’s an advocate for providing support for those experiencing homelessness and the less fortunate. His life motto is, "We are blessed to bless others".

Everyone has a ministry!

The Programme Greetings Mrs. Nia Brown, President Sigma Omega Omega Chapter

Ms. LaTanya Boatwright, President Legacy of Pearls Foundation, Inc.

Prayer Mrs. Sheila Watts, Chaplain Sigma Omega Omega Chapter

"The Debutante Experience" Mrs. Dellena W. Priester, Chairman Mrs. Tanika Warrior & Ms. Ashley Tate Co-Chairman

Introduction of the Master and Mistress of Ceremony Mrs. Dellena W. Priester, Chairman

“The Debutante Debut”

Formal Presentation of the T.E.A. Rose Debutantes Junior Pearls & Parents Entertainment - New Manchester High - "Stand Up" Featuring InToneNation Senior Pearls & Escorts (Group 1) Entertainment - AD West Dance Company - Tango Senior Pearls & Escorts (Group 2)

Scholarship Award Presentations Quantindra Smith, Vice President Legacy of Pearls Foundation

The Queen’s Farewell

Miss Nyah Priester, Clemson University

Award Presentation & Crowning of Miss TEA Rose 2021 Closing Remarks

Ms. Latanya Boatwright, Presdient Legacy of Pearls Foundation Acknowledgements & Sponsors

The Celebration

The Programme Greetings Mrs. Nia Brown, President Sigma Omega Omega Chapter

Daughter of Mr. Jeremy Tiffany AbernathyInc. Ms. LaTanya Boatwright, President Legacyand ofMrs. Pearls Foundation,

Mrs.

Senior at Mount Paran Christian School Varsity Track, Varsity Softball, Mu Alpha Theta, People’s Club, Beta Prayer Club Aspiration: To become a Dermatologist Sheila Watts, Chaplain Sigma Omega Omega Chapter Motto: Dare to fail Escorted by Master Ethan Garrett (son of Mr. Earl & Mrs. Claudette "The Debutante Experience" Garrett)

Mrs. Dellena W. Priester, Chairman GOLD DONORS $750+

Mrs. Tanika Warrior & Ms. Ashley Tate Co-Chairman Tiffany Abernathy

Introduction of the Master and Mistress of Ceremony TEA ROSE DONORS $200+ Mrs. Dellena W. Priester, Preeminant Pearls of Chairman Paulding County

“The Debutante Debut”

Formal Presentation of the T.E.A. Rose Debutantes IVY DONORS $150+ Richard Harris

PEARL DONORS $100+ Junior Pearls & Parents Keisha Siah

Entertainment - New Manchester High - "Stand Up" Featuring Roosevelt Standifer InToneNation Alecia Shelton Senior Pearls & Escorts (Group 1)

Olaronke Olatunji

Entertainment - AD West Dance Company - Tango Senior Pearls & Escorts (Group 2) EMERALD DONORS $50+Scholarship

PATRONS DONORS $25+ Award Presentations

D'Vine Thiwasha Harper Quantindra Smith, Vice President Legacy of Pearls Foundation Marilynn Hart Natasha Allen Tonya Lawson Fabiola Charles The Queen’s Farewell Alethea Miller Miss Nyah Priester, Clemson University Penelope Marshall L Nicole Chisholm JKAMiss Associates Award Presentation & Crowning of TEA Rose Valencia Andrews

Closing Remarks

2021

Ms. Latanya Boatwright, Presdient Legacy of Pearls Foundation Acknowledgements & Sponsors

The Celebration

Daughter of Mr. Max and Mrs. Aungelique Anderson Senior at Charles R. Drew Charter School Student Government Association, Varsity Cheerleader, Debate Team, Theatre Program, National Honor Society, Beat Club Aspiration: I aspire to be graduate from Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University with a degree in either Theatre or Journalism Motto: “Every day is a second chance to do better than before.”

Escorted by her father, Mr. Max G. Anderson PLATINUM DONORS $1000+

Watkins Mortuary, Inc The Patterson Firm The Mills Academy World Company Mr. & Mrs. Max G. Anderson

K Michelle Hylton Derrick Boazman Donna Dobbs Carl Williams Elizabeth Yates Robert Bozeman Richard Legacy, LLC

BRONZE DONORS $250+

TEA ROSE DONORS $200+

IVY DONORS $150+

Threet Brown Melissa Clarke Dionna Battle Lisa Barbaris Gail Harper Family and Children's Dentistry Pamela Singleton

Gloria Gouldlock Deana Levett William Gayeleano Murray & Son Murray Brothers Enterprises Krista Falconer

PEARL DONORS $100+ Monica Pearson Kimberly Beal Stephanie Cross Felicia Nickerson Shaunya Chavis Rucker Frederick Gray Anita Wallace Dr. Jennifer Harper Courtis Fuller Katrina Brinker Barbara A Bryant Katrina Walker Effuah Chisolm Barbara Hubbard Mary Alice Phillips Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Copeland

Barbara Woolfolk Coredlia Mitchell Catherine Shirline Johnson Willene Smith Ellen Wade Mrs. JoAnne Potts Mrs. Judith Perkins

EMERALD DONORS $50+

Tiffany Harvey Kandace Cartry Deborah Sims Claudia Therese Cotton Francine Greer Joy Fitzgerald Rebecca Young Mrs. Wilda Teena Colbert

Katrina Brinker Rita Wauls Collier Lena Beal Valerie Thompson Sonja Natasha Brown Emerelle McNair Rhodes Valda Gibson Kelly Green Jacqueline Sykes State Rep. Roger Bruce

Grissom-Clark Funeral Home Mrs. Shirley Leaphart Martha Moore Bell Davis Bozeman Law Firm Sonjia Adams Brenda Cole Ms. Tracy Rolle

Mrs. Eleanor Proctor Felica Jeter Judith Davis-Carroll Juanita Davis George Williams Henry Johnson Mrs. Ruchelle Thomas

Triba Gary-Davis Pamela Scott Fredia Dinkins Crystal Rutland Juliette Amey C.O. Marshall Mary Scott

Motherland Imports Sharyn Mack Reba Blake Donna Harper Sylvia Ware Lasting Memories LLC Sherry Ware

PATRONS DONORS $25+

Julie Gordon Amber Buchanan Deidre Jackson Lois Richardson Sharon Brooks Leslie Dobbs Ursula Carter Andrea King Corlis Kami

Mr. & Mrs.Herman Brightharp

Cheryl Gill Joyce Jones Candace Lester Sandra Marshall Bettye Robinson Karen Stripling Dorothy Jackson Leslie Tyler Mary McDuffie Margo Browning

Mr.&Mrs. Lonnie Leslie

Natalie Lewis Machell Town Fern Terell-Scott Stephanie Wingfield William Appling Kelly Register Jacqueline Ross Mr.&Mrs. Weldone Coleman

Robyn Cornell Bonita Swain Gwendolyn Pambi Barbara Kelsey Susan Gibson Weldon Coleman Shaton Sanderson Ms. Gloria Scott Mrs. Annjenette Cochran

Thelma Mumford-Glover

Adrienne Grooms

Annette Marshall Regina Beal Brown Asha Anderson Candice Price Cheryl D Moses Kelli Bacote-Boone Seressa Allen Paula Beal Mr. & Mrs. Marvin Rhodes Mr.&Mrs. Sam Bacote

John Eaves Kimberleigh Yates Katrina Watson Malinda Mallock Iona Walker Belinda Roberts Sana Muhummad Reginald Screen

Daughter of Mr. Robert and Mrs. Tomeca Brown Senior at South Cobb High School Beta Club, National Honors Society, Girls’ Varsity Tennis Team, Chamber Orchestra, President of the South Cobb High School Orchestra, Spanish Honors Society, Anime Club, African Student Association, Chick-fil-a Leader Academy Aspiration: To become a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Motto: It’s my life and it’s now or never Escorted by her father, Mr. Robert Brown PATRONS DONORS $25+ Karen Ross Barbara A Bryant

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Miguelita Austin Natalie Lewis

Daughter of Mr. Edward and Mrs. Stephanie Burks Senior at Mount Pleasant High School Tennis, Volleyball, Black Student Union Aspiration: To be a Psychologist Motto: You must go on a long journey before you can really find out how wonderful home is.

Escorted by Master Ismaail Eaddy (son of Tod Eaddy and Shaneena Holland) PLATINUM DONORS $1000+ Ethel Warren Mildred Mills & Mildred Colmes

IVY DONORS $150+

TEA ROSE DONORS $200+

Emory Walton Desiree Ralls-Morrison Barbie Gardner

BRONZE DONORS $250+ Jeremy Warren Mildred Mills Teryl Warren Coleman Hughley

Marva Cox Connie Burks

SILVER DONORS $500+ Ethel Warren Stephanie Burks Dara Green

PEARL DONORS $100+ Terri Hurst Marla Bleavins Ed & Stephanie Burks Leitha Wilson

Rhonda Battle Marie Looez Justin + Deborah Spence Christina Poole

Patricia Hairston Vincent Colmes Evelyn Cornish Althea Drew

Chevelle Wiley Tracey Banks Kevin Drew Catherine Hicks Lavendar Cooper

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Lori Lindsey Tracey Banks Executive Lifestyle Alyssa Burke Darielle Lewis-Sanders Devon Augustine David Wiley

Derek Lindsey Leigh Ann Ralls Maimouna Kone Barbara Browne Rhea Ricard Ryan Scott Carolyne Richardson-Phillips

Dawn Jackson Keisha Browning Glenda Walker Lynette Hancock Shelley Yarbough Clarence Cary Jr. Tonya Mills

PATRONS DONORS $25+ LaCole Burks Valerie Williams Eunice Lafate Tamara Sumpter Latosha Bright Natam Laurent Nefertiti Akounou

Paula Cline Monet Moore Jeannine Scott Madison Haynes Sherrie Winston Stacey Desamours Audrey Owens

Shanice Williams Robert Brodie Beverly Hancock Tanya Lewis Jeffrey Neal Tisha Burks Monika Banks

Grace Wiley Regina Rogers Danielle Huges Shamem Begum Julia Lauser Annie Reyes Nicholas Henry Angelica Blakeman

Daughter of Mr. Deremey Carthan and Ms. Falita Flowers Senior at Westlake High School Sports Medicine Club, Student Athletic Trainer Aide, Bee Club, National Honor Society, Project Fresh, HOSA Aspiration: To become a Sports Medicine Physician Motto: I can do all things through Christ who Strengthens me Philippians 4:13 Escorted by her uncle, Mr. Daniel Carthan

BRONZE DONORS $250+ NH MIles Company Falita Flowers

IVY DONORS $150+

PEARL DONORS $100+ Malissa Flowers Arnette Cowan Christine Brown Muckle Althea Bolton Joy Huguley

Cherese Myree

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Intiasar Ziyad Iris Norwood-Williams Jennifer Edwards

Karen Davis Sandra Monroe Juanita Hare

PATRON DONORS $25+ Amari Carthan Tonya Isles Lashunda Campbell Janine James

Joy Huguley

Kenya Taylor Patrice Lisbon Ashley Tate

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Daughter of Mr. Roosevelt and Mrs. Ameta Cartwright Senior at Douglas County High School French Honor Society, National High School Scholar Program, Becca’s Closet Aspiration: I aspire to be a person of love, ambition, and confidence that is putting an imprint on the world by simply doing what I love.

Motto: Be fearless in the pursuit of what sets your soul on fire.

Escorted by her father, Mr. Roosevelt Cartwright

BRONZE DONORS $250+

SILVER DONORS $500+ Zinna Davis Ameta Cartwright

Susan Gooden Zehena Davs

PEARL DONORS $100+ Aldridge Boone Sandra Robinson Meritta Dawson D'Vine LaToya Smith

IVY DONORS $150+

TEA ROSE DONORS $200+

Schexnider & Associates, LLC

BettyWinston

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Tracey Anderson Tonya Scott Ronald Timmons Nikki Wattie Terry Evans

Bonnie Winston Pamela Adams Kendra Mayers Sherrard Sandra Taylor Melanie Taylor Jackson

PATRON DONORS $25+ Jada Northington J'esprit Corporation Pamela Harris-Cox

Clyde Tate Jr. Jacqueline Youngblood Kimberly Isles Cynthia Reavley

Daughter of Mr. Altara and Mrs. Tawanna Cummings Senior at Harrison High School VolunTeen- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, VolunTeen- Grady Memorial Hospital, Usher Raymond’s New Look, Harrison Miracle, HOSA, The National BETA Club, Key Club, Harrison Happy Hearts, African American Leadership Club, Track- Shot Put and Disc, Varsity Cheer Sideline, All-star Cheer, Orchestra Aspiration: To become a Speech-Language Pathologist Motto: Love the life you live. Live the life you love.

Escorted by her father, Mr. Altara Cummings PLATINUM DONORS $1000+ Mr. & Mrs. Altera and Tawanna Cummings

PEARL DONORS $100+ Lavina Hubert Fabian Intl Hair Academy Mr. & Mrs. Alton & Linda Cummings Mr. & Mrs. Matthew & Dawn Lowe Mechelle Williams

BRONZE DONORS $250+

Reginald Plant Chanda Love Timothy Jackson Thomas Berry

Tiron Jackson

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Jewell Gilstrap Chelsa Jorda Mr. & Mrs. Roy Holliman Mr. & Mrs. Grady & Judy Sims

Linda Turner Stephanie Lee Alec Jacobs Mr. & Mrs. Melvin Walker

Kenny Shannon Inger Garnett LaRhonde Henderson

PATRON DONORS $25+ Natacha Ballard Erin Redwine Monica Haughton Sabrina Cummings Kenna Morgan

Dr. Alisa Wagner Chiliquila Ogletree Stephanie Williams-Sandy Mr. & Mrs. Eddie & Toshia Mial Jasmin Moon

Marion Watkins Annette Grooms Theron Adams Patricia Tapper Wanda McDay

Cambrielle Sanders Daniel C Kristi Daniel Joshua Farris

Daughter of Mr. Denis Floyd and Mrs. Latarvia Young Senior at New Manchester High School Accomplishments: Varsity Soccer, HOSA, National Honors Society, International Club, and #CAP (College Application Process) Program Aspiration: To be a neonatologist, so that I may help newborns that are not capable of caring for themselves.

Motto: “The mind is everything. What you think, you become.” -Buddha Escorted by her brother, Master Aleksandr Floyd PLATINUM DONORS $1000+ Latarvia Young

PATRON DONORS $25+

EMERALD DONORS $50+

PEARL DONORS $100+

Tiffany Johnson Temekia McCleese Alanna Bragg Cranston Thomas

Betty Lovett Pamela Roshell Erin Redwine

Brandon Lewis Latarvia Young Enid Hendricks

Daughter of Mr. Marcus and Mrs. Sheri Foster Senior at Charles R. Drew Charter School Volleyball, SGA, Beta Club, National Honor Society Aspiration: To go get a 4-year degree Motto: YOLO – You only live once PEARL DONORS $100+ Patricia Brown

PATRON DONORS $25+ Carmen Butler A Trio of Treasures

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Amma Watkins Monica Leonard Inger Garnett

Miss Jordan Amara Griffin Daughter of Mr. James Griffin and Ms. Angela Peterson Senior at Douglas County High School DECA, Spanish National Honor Society, Becca’s Closet President, Photography Club, ASL club, National Honor Society Aspiration: To become a successful, international traveler Motto: I may not know where life will take me but I know my future will be successful Escorted by Master Jaylen Baptiste (son of Henry & Ketsia Baptiste) IVY DONORS $150+ Michelle Chavis

PATRON DONORS $25+ Beverly Alexander Taronda Hall Raven Durant Deborah Jones Ladawn Lucretia Watts Ruby Byers

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Jerrie Peterson Shamika Peterson Osadebe Clarence Jack Russell Wiggins

PEARL DONORS $100+ Akinola Popoola Angela Peterson Nakia Robinson Chandra Berry Darrel Pauldo

Daughter of the Late Rev. Dr. Dequincy M. Hentz and Mrs. Celeste Hentz Senior at Arabia Mountain High School Future Business Leaders of America, Student Government Association, Project P.U.R.P.O.S.E, National Honor Society, Health Occupation Students of America and Beta Club Aspiration: To work in the medical field.

Motto: “We must become the change we want to see in this world” Escorted by Master Austin Barnett (son of Mr. Kurt Barnett and Dr. LaTonya Brown) PLATINUM DONORS $1000+ Celeste Hentz

IVY DONORS $150+

PEARL DONORS $100+ Morgan Dixon Jennifer Beal Veronica Smith Rose Backus Bernadetter Hendtz Linda Thomas Ajah Hentz Margaret Henry PATRON DONORS $25+ Fred Johnson Shonda Jones Gretta Hall Chekesha Jones Shana Dendy

Jeffrey Hentz Ajah Hentz Denise Durrett Johnnie Johnson Gerald Kisner Cynthia Richards Mary Wheeler Rev Marsh

Candace Waddles

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Ashley Tate Robin Williams Derrick Middleton Euphemia Hinds Mathilda Montgomery Andrea Terry Mathilda C. Montgomery Alma Brown

Gretta Hall Audrey Adams April Gilchrist Teresa Hopkins Natasha Groom Gladys Smith Angela Whitehead Isis Griffin LaShaundra Dubose

Daughter of Mr. Curtis and Mrs. Jessica Jackson Senior at New Manchester High School

National Honor Society, Fine Arts Magnet Visual Art Program, National Beta Club, Varsity Volleyball Team, HOSA Club, Art Club, Spanish Honor Society, International Club, Honor Society, National Society of High School Scholars, #CAP Program, Usher’s New Look Foundation, Oasis Family Life Church, Youth Leadership Douglasm, A.S.C.E.N.D, Stingray AllStars Competitive Cheerleader Aspiration: To become a Bariatric Surgeon Motto: "It's not about the destination; it's about the JERNEY" Escorted by Master Elisha Dumas (son of Ms. Nadia Dumas) PLATINUM DONORS $1000+ Curtis and Jessica Jackson Cleve and Brenda King Alisa Gentry

IVY DONORS $150+ Mistie Brooks Amber Hendrix Wayne Ransom Shayla Smith

Josalyn Dykes Talisha Williams Myesha Good Angerico Jackson

Sheila Watts Nicole Wilson Terri Hurst Junior Coombs Laura Heise Anthony Robinson Tiffany N. Smith Jermaine Jackson Lisa Nelson Anasia Hixon Carla Crowder Tamika Hudson Markita Graham Rico Sanders Anetria Jackson

TEA ROSE DONORS $200+ MaKeitha Burgess Jahlil McAllister-Bronze Subaru of Kennesaw 2017 Initiates

BRONZE DONORS $250+ Terry Church Brian Jackson Torreya Vines Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. -Bronze

SILVER DONORS $250+ Tiffani Stewart Bernard Hendrix

PEARL DONORS $100+

Terry Smith Miguelita Austin The Hawes Law Firm, LLC Shana Wilks Michael Warren Jimmy Hicks Dellena W Priester Awais Butts Fashionably Latanya Boatwright Greek

Victor Hill Silento Barnes Reneka Jackson Derrick Green Lori Saddler

Talia Purifoy Christopher Thomas Michelle Elliott Talia Nurse Carlinda Nelson

Denise Duncan Montrice Alexis Marcie Clark Janaia Moore Sheronda Minton

LaToya Smith Sheneake Geter Divine Intervention Counseling Melissa Anele-Terry

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Richard Randolph Kingdom Trading Company Rashika Austin Aaron Barker Monay Dorfeuille Karen Ross James Pate Roxanne Markham Predra Campbell Marcia Hampton

Leigh McMutry Jed Harris Tiffany Johnson Tonya Jackson Latoya Archie Amanda Sanford JoEllen Moore Victoria Moore Deborah Gibson Kiera Morrison Katrina Harley

Tonya Jenkins Ryan Woodbury-Martin Melissa Anele-Terry Millie & Grace, LLC H & A Enterprises Shekesha Jefferson Nicole Staton Deneatrice Harrison Santana Kempson The Greek Spot, LLC Lizzie Jackson

Amelia G Mitchell Deborah Belle Debra Feagins Chanteasea Swain Latanya Boatwright Amera Group Tremelle Howard Betty Lovett Japonica Gilbert Tanesha Mould

B.H. Parrish Myra Rainey Stephanie Young Allen Washington Tanesha Steward Zelda Jackson Anthony Davis Jessica Washington Sheena Ward

JR Service Professionals Jamie McGee Andreay Baity Tammy Saffo We Smoke GA-Tina Harris Christi Saddler Faith Jones Jocelyn Adams Tia Hines Kellie Owens

PATRON DONORS $25+ Sasha Barnett Mary Artis Shameria Jene' Studio616 London Lacoste Alyssa Andrews Shunda Bennett Janierro Hailey April Hughes Edwina Price Kelsie Owens Alyse Showers Amanda Bell Jungle Gems Bounce Arlester Hemphill Toni Williams Vanessa Jackson Sheketha Blankenship Martina Grant Crystal Ellis Carl Price Candace Cooper

Samuel Workman

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Jakayla Woolridge-Simuel Carolyn Robinson Teresa Brooks Lori Green Jessica Hampton Charles Halcromb Mary Veronica Dalia Racine Shawn Sistrunk Tonisia McCrary Caroline Whitt Janice Hall Sandre Sewell Reginald Austin Angela Humphery Nia Brown Vonda Thorpe Nicole Bennett Kerry Hood Danyell Ford Quiana Brimbridge

Jonathan Jenkins

Tomika Moore Quantindra Smith Sabrina Armour Richard Nicholasi Tiffany Johnson Erin Redwine Marlene Anderson Hilda Calhoun Traci Jenkins Robin Johnson- Clark Sonja Nikki Bolton-Moore Tanika Warrior Karyn Bailey Ashley Tate Tyra Williams Marche Ezell Tonya Reeves Cynthia Adams Shimikki Gilbert Debra Crump Sakinah Bennett

Tristina Armstrong Taronda Hall Raven Durant Katera Hibbler Marcheria Jesse Darlene Sims Taffy Fletcher Sonja Nikki Bolton-Moore Terrie Banks Rosa's Greek Boutique Shona Brantley Anointed 2 Dance 4 Him Jackie Young Beverly Alexander Seth Hillman Kimberly Pullen Tracelyn Tuck-Newman Towanda Blackwell Pause 4 Paws Pet Grooming andSalon, Inc Adelia Johnson Arnita Gray

Daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Byron R. Kellam, Sr. Senior at Southwest Atlanta Christian Academy National Honor Society, Beta Club, Volleyball, Cheer Captain, track, basketball, chorus, drama club, dance team Aspiration: To attend and graduate from Fisk University then attend law school and become a Civil Rights defense attorney Motto: Life is a journey, not a destination. There are no mistakes, just chances we’ve taken Escorted by Master Luke Carrington Day (son of Mr. Luther Day & Mrs. Akema Johnson Day)

BRONZE DONORS $250+

Mr. Byron & Mrs. Alexis Kellam

TEA ROSE DONORS $200+ IVY DONORS $150+ Mrs. Donna Dobbs Mrs. Eleanor Proctor J Simone LLC Melanie Moore Edmenson Suggs John Armstrong Shaundra Kellam Joy Waye Carolyn Kellam

Tangela Go and Jeanette Goa Gail Harper

BRONZE DONORS $250+ Mr. Cameron Newton

PEARL DONORS $100+ Garunka Dawsey Chambers Radiah Hunter and Constance Morman Sonjia Adams Dr. Barbara Woolfolk Mr. and Mrs. Geary Woolfolk Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Woods

Mrs. Stephanie Tucker Hillman Mr. Joseph McRoy, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Newton Dr. Jennifer Harper Mr. and Mrs. Joseph McRoy, Sr. Phyllisa Sams Felica Jeter

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Sheila Amo Tremelle Howard Rose Bynum Melissa Clarke Carsandra Wiggins Melanie Kellam Sharyn Mack Lisa Smith

Fern Terell-Scott Claudia Therese Cotton Donna Metts Jacqueline Ross Dawnia Pieze Mrs. Shirley Leaphart Ms. Gloria Scott

Mrs. Susan Gibson Mrs. Bettye Robinson Jazzmon Parham Ms. Leah McDaniel Mr. and Mrs. Rod Fludd Ms. Zakiyya Whittle

PATRON DONORS $25+ Bernard Hendrix Marriage Rocks Andrea Shorter Tara Smith Sonja Natasha Brown Regina Beal Brown Margo Browning

Mr. and Mrs. Donald Grooms JoAnne Jackson Keeva Hollinhead MK Beauty Consultant Paula Beal Donna Metts Mr. and Mrs. Gregory Wray

Candace Lester Mr. and Mrs. Herman Brightharp Ms. Torri Robertson Mr. Terence White Mr. and Mrs. Donnell Warren Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Rhodes Ms. Sandra Marshall

Daughter of Mr. Chris and Mrs. Jennifer McCrary Senior at Charles R. Drew Charter School Student Government Association (Class Vice President), BETA Club (Secretary), NSHSS, National Honors Society, Varsity Golf, Varsity Volleyball, Girls Varsity Basketball Manager, Senior Academy Dance Ensemble, Theater Program, August Wilson Monologue Competition Semi-Finalist Aspiration: To become a Clinical Psychologist Motto: “Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we've been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” -Barack Obama Escorted by Master Dylan Prysock (son of Mr. & Mrs. Darrius Prysock) PLATINUM DONORS $1000+ Jennifer McCrary 22nd Century Career Development

PEARL DONORS $100+

TEA ROSE DONORS $200+ Marcia Ware Mary Ware

Charcia Nichols Sheila Watts Janis Moore Keisha Siah Latanya Boatwright

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Tiffany Gilstrap Taffy Fletcher Sherrie Thomas Debra Feagins Robinson Norris Holdings Daniel Shoy Myesha Good

Valeria Simms Latanya Boatwright Dwayne Watkins Tremelle Howard Karen Davis Shakita Chester Dorothy Rose

Marcheria Jesse Juanita Marbury Altona M Rone Dellena W Priester Dedreial Jackson Vija Xiong Deitra Mobley

Andrea McGee Shekesha Jefferson Alisa Gentry Tanesia Fischer CAU AOG Foundation Lysa Prysock

PATRON DONORS $25+ Quantindra Smith Alexis Scott Melissa Anele-Terry Amber Springer Erin Redwine Take Flight 4 Life

Alyson Britt Betty Lovett Tonie Montgomery Monica L. Scott Tanika Warrior Shelease Bethel Valentine

Deborah Jones Diletha Waldon Yvette Sands Shona Brantley Debra Crump Katrina Harley

Monica Leonard Deneatrice Harrison Marlene Anderson Tracelyn Tuck-Newman Justina Reynolds

Daughter of Mr. Christopher McQueen and Ms. Jeniqua Hutchinson Senior at Douglas County High Accomplishments: F.L.O Mentoring group, DCHS Dance team manager, Cosmetology Aspiration: To be a Veterinarian technician Motto: Set a goal and don’t quit, quitters never win so never give up quitting is unacceptable!

Escorted by Master Chandler McQueen (son of Ms. Jeniqua Hutchinson) TEA ROSE DONORS $200+ Shelley Dishman Jeniqua Hutchinson Chris McQueen Sr.

PEARL DONORS $100+ Timothy Henry Dr. India Rose Connie Johnson Alvin Pugh Brookview Elem-Specials Team Chris & Sadisha Martin Dave Simmons Jr. Marqus Thompkins Reed Family Loretta McQueen EMERALD DONORS $50+ Ebony Ruffin Alena Hutchinson Megan Davis-Mason Tamara Hall Chanteasea Swain

Da'Ved & La'Quita Hutchinson Cordie Turner Kecia Bonds Quiana McQueen-Baxter Samuel Stephen Pollard

Akiba Morris Tiffany Smith Faith Jones Supporter of Chelcee McQueen Beverly Alexander

PATRON DONORS $25+ Synitra Hutcherson Markeea Surles-Jenkins Aleshia Johnson Latonya Williams Arrion Hall Paul & Jasmine Jefferson Lamarcus Smith Joseph Wheeler Kimmi Scott

Celeste P. Whitfield Shantea Gipson Cordiar House Sean Adams Shambrea Jones Terriante Turner Moesha Williams Friends of Chelcee

Sha-Mena Jackson Taffy Fletcher Sivolon Gillespse Marlene Roberson Barbara A. Bryant Danaya Lee Dellena W. Priester Tanika Warrior

Sheretta Hutchinson-Walthall Tobarie & Ja'Vonda Burton Jerrie Vibbert Robin Clark Sharee Hall LaTarsha Shine Barbara Williams Ashley Johnson

Daughter of Mr. Aldric and Mrs. Schena Pace Senior at South Paulding High School National Honors Society, Sources of Strength, National Beta Club, Georgia 4-H, and Girl Scouts Aspiration: To become Georgia State Superintendent of Schools Motto: Excellence is not an act but a habit. The things you do most are the things you will do best. -Marva Collins Escorted by Master Garrison Stewart (son of Mr. Derrick and Mrs. Callie Stewart)

BRONZE DONORS $300+ Jennifer Davis- Winston Garcia Family Carolyn Helms

PEARL DONORS $100+ Wanda Patterson Dedreial Jackson Tracia Culver Janice Gardner Shelton Gunn Tonya Simpson Nikki Goodstein Seon Banna Tony Faison

PATRON DONORS $25+ Nellie Graves Roxanne Mungin Roxanne Mungin Shaketha Blankenship Shelease Bethel Valentine Yvette Sands Bernadette Fouche Greg Jarmon Nicol Green Tamala Smith Karma Mccord

TEA ROSE DONORS $200+ Callie Stewart

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Deborah Jones Shateena Brown Yo'Lawnda Albertie Niska Soles Shameka Robinson Deedre Rice Aleve Reed India Tuff

Dionne Mcghee Michaela Hicks Tiffany Johnson Joanna Goodstein Paula Mensah Maria McLemore Ava Banna Tamieka Benning-Hinton Jewelle Johnson

Daughter of Mr. Mike and Mrs. Jane Rookard Senior at Chapel Hill High School National Honors Society, Beta Club, Key Club, National Spanish Honors Society, Varsity Softball Aspiration: To become a Physical Therapist Motto: Failure leads to success Escorted by Master Danaeus Arnold (son of Mr. David Arnold and Mrs. Cheronda Minnis-Arnold) PEARL DONORS $100+ MachaleRaxton

Daughter of Ms. Christine Ferrin Senior at Archer High School FCCLA , FBLA , Korean Club, Dance Club Aspiration: To become a successful black doctor Motto: ‘Every Day Is An Opportunity For A Great Opportunity’ Escorted by her stepfather, Mr. Ronald Dancy PEARL DONORS $100+ Rhonda Ferrin-Davis Melanie Maxwell Denise Swain-Harris Jessalyn Rushin

PATRON DONORS $25+ Danyelle Minor Maryam Nomaw Courtney Daniel Shekia Swain Tiffany Harvey Inger Garnett

EMERALD DONORS $25+ Sherala's Boutique Eugene McCoy Regina Maxwell Richard Ross

Daughter of Mr. Michael and Mrs. Lia Scott Senior at Paulding County High School Varsity tennis, chief editor for the school newspaper, National Honor Society, Science National Honor Society, National Art Honor Society, Beta Club Aspiration: I plan to major in neuroscience and minor in philosophy with the goal of either becoming a physician or a researcher.

Motto: The greatest risk in life is to risk nothing Escorted by Master Jacob Gonzalez (son of Mr. Tirson and Mrs. Annie Gonzalez) PATRON DONORS $25+

EMERALD DONORS $50+

Ashley Tate Valeria Simms

Letia Spencer-Goode

Daughter of Mr. Ivan and Mrs. Tierney Kennedy Senior at North Paulding Highschool Cheerleading, HOSA Club Aspiration: To become a Neonatal Nurse Motto: You only live once Escorted by Master Nakhel Clemons (son of Mr. Tyrone and Mrs. Mesha Clemons) PATRON DONORS $25+ Sabira Mustaquim Rashonda Kennedy Shirelle Kennedy Shirelle Kennedy Deborah Jones Shirelle Kennedy Charnetta Brown Patricia Reaves Rosalyn Comer

TEA ROSE DONORS $200+ Norman Comer Anthony Fleming IAMMYOC, LLC

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Ashley Tate Erika Lee Shirley Fleming Ivan & Tierney Kennedy Richard Kennedy

PEARL DONORS $100+ Rashonda Kennedy Yudora Flack Shirelle Kennedy Shirelle Kennedy Margie Williams Bethany Peak Sherri Turner Gregory Gold Vision Faith Church

Daughter of Mr. Shon Staples and Ms. Montoya Suttle Senior at Charles R. Drew Charter School Beta Club, National Honor Society, National Spanish Honor Society, Varsity Softball Team Captain, Student Government Association, Class Allstars, Peer Leadership, Varsity Boys Basketball Manager Aspiration: To become a Film Editor & Producer Motto: Live life freely because no-one makes it out alive Escorted by Master Martinis Character (son of Ms. Shemeek Babbs) TEA ROSE DONORS $200+

BRONZE DONORS $250+ MiniDIVA BOWtique Emanuel Jones

Elrier Railey

PEARL DONORS $100+ Amy Graham Roderick Brown

Deborah Belle Charissa Jones

Tot's Closet Juan Gaston Tony Watson

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Miguelita Austin Chantell DeWittt Youngkesha Angela Wilder

Nikira Hailey B Ashley Photography Maxing Coleman Ms. Roxanne

Shuntresa Patrick Jeanna Mack 4 Eyez Fashion Gloria Suttle

Tityuana Rich Nickea Bradley Shalanda Adams

PATRON DONORS $25+ Latrice Freeman Lauren Livsey Gladys Walker Jessica Prather Danielle Anderson Miguelita Austin Hilda Calhoun Sherrette Dyson Jalisa Jefferson Deborah Tolan Crescentia Dixon Audrey Evans Ayana Price Courtney Brightharp Tonya Spurley

Chevette Suttle Felecia Fitzpatrick Erica Flack Makyia Staples Juan Watley Ariana C. Althea Pigford Rashida Taylor Marion Flowers Jerri Evans Victor Moore Monique Maxwell Rhonda Campbell Christian Padgett Brandon Levy Angela Williams Ms.Aja

Shalanda Booker Angela Christian-Vaughn Wilma Brightharp Brian Clemons Alexandra Rachel Audrey Lambert Kai Jackson Simone Simmons Shemeka Perry Rosaline Moody Lorraine McFadden Danielle Landrum Aiesha Khan MIchelle HIckey Sanchez McCutchins Felecia Fitzpatrick

Wilma Brightharp Tameka Williams Lenora Hawkins Southern Belle Handbags and Accessories, LLC Arelissa Simpson Kormeaker Gray Marion Flowers Lillian Triplett Monnie Loveless Martha Wheeler Maxwell Leontyne Linsey TaWanda Everhart

Daughter of Mr. Michael and Mrs. Danesha Thomas Senior at Chapel Hill High School Varsity cheer, Dance team captain , Fundraising & Treasurer officer for the International Thespian Society, Key Club Aspiration: To be a Physical Therapist Motto: "Follow your stars & let your confidence shine" Escorted by Master Jasen Carmichael (son of Mr. Shaun Carmichael & Ms. Christina Culbreath) BRONZE DONORS $250+

PLATINUM DONORS $1000+ Mr. & Mrs. Michael and Danesha Thomas

TEA ROSE DONORS $200+

PEARL DONORS $100+ Andrea Roane April Donato Ann “Grandma” Brumfield Bennetta Latimore Veronica Hodges-Johnson The Dilworth Family Erica Brumfield

Florence “Grandma Abby” Alexander Cousins Lana, Donna, Sharon & Uncle Ovid

Michelle Williams

Farren Salter Bennetta Lattimore Cynthia, Demetreal, Patrice, Paulita & Trenell Jesse Frison Andre & Tina Bradley Grant Orhodontist

IVY DONORS $150+ Chandler Vass Althea Latimore (Grandma) Hayes Fountain

EMERALD DONORS $50+ Marlene Anderson Betty Lovett Tyra Williams Ira Grace Anita Searcy Victor McGhee Ariana Bell Tonya Jenkins Lucy Ogando & Family

Michelle Williams Stephanie Morris Bennetta Latimore Andrea Roane Anita Searcy Valentina Daughtry Jasen Carmichael April Donato Michael Anthony Grandma Ann Erica Brumfield Linitra Montgomery Ariana Bell

Larry and Rosie McGhee & Family Taneka Carmouche Antoinette Pizarro Talia Nurse & Family Karl & Demetreal Fuller & Family Leigh McMutry Sipho Mwamba & Family Laquana Dilworth Rick and Monica Taylor & Family Bethany Rosser

Darlene Sims Wesley Adams Barbara A Bryant Keeva Haynes Elana Acox Ebonis Murry Katina Whorton & Family Elycia Phelps Alexis Stovall Cassandra Thompson Alvin Banks Donna Coleman

Darryl and Yvonne Thornton & Family Morgan Howard & Family Kristi Crawford Pernell & Tamara Johnson & Family G.E. Lee Sarita Mitchell Tonya Gore-Williams & Family

PATRON DONORS $25+ Tressvant and Erika Keggler Kimberly Pullen & Family Linda Mitchell Blount Anointed 2 Dance 4 Him Tanya Richardson Theresa Tyson-Berryman Vickie Christopher & Family The Lucineo Family Latricia House & Family The Bignon Family John & Termica Lucas Elka Holloway

Twila Marion Tony Mitchell Ashiea Hines Tatanya Aker Mason Latonya Haynes Carla Hull Carmen Harrison James & Mareta Latimore Yvonne Williams April Horton Ronisa Glass Gerald West Areisha Bell

Angela Sheffie Sharilyn Clark Riley Sheila Plater LaKeesha Hardin Audree Vaughn Beryl McGhee Carlina, Vincent Niyah Nelson Japonica Gilbert Natisha Howell Ifeanyichukwu Anikpe Michelle Mayne Kim Houston Jenay Myers Jacquelyn Hall Cristanee Minor Brown Kelley Hall Farren Salter Zina Welch Christina Culbrreath Patricia Levens

Daughter of Ms. Khalilah Allen Junior at Alexander High school Accomplishments: sideline cheerleading, competitive cheerleading, National Honors Society, Superintendent Scholar Recipient, DECA, FBLA Escorted by her mom, Ms. Khalilah Allen Bronze

Khaliliah Allen

Emerald

Yatta Collins Errol Reiss

Tea Rose

Sheila Watts

Linda Yarborough

Tanganeki Witherspoon Shontel Robinson

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Hope Wilkins American Online Giving Foundation Tonia Small Alicia Pettis Candria Webb Asia King

Inge Brown Bernard Hendrix Jacinda McDuffie Taneisha Rockmore Tameka Key Tiffany Reaves

Melissa Anele-Terry Latonya Lee Tunisia Pullins Richard Morgan Princess Wade Rits Hurley Shona Brantley Dellena W Priester Cherrief Jackson Latecia Chinn Tiana Scarlett Terina Cousin

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Gabrielle Jacobs Shawna Buggs DeVona Roberts Felicia Leon Casey Bethel Clarisse Frazier Dr. Nicole Hayes Tomekia Hudson Caroline Whitt Senora Magdalena Cardona Dr. Daniel Onyeagba

Daughter of Dr. Eric Blacknall and Mrs. Olivia Blacknall Junior at Douglas County High School Accomplishments: Spanish Honor Society, President of Tome Society, HoPe, Varsity Swim team and Girl Scouts Escorted by her parents, Dr. Eric Blacknall and Mrs. Olivia Blacknall Ivy

Pearl

Emerald

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Rita Coure

Marlene Mackey Kevita Spear Tanika Warrior Lucretia Rush Mary E Johnson Reneathea Baker Olivia Blacknall

Ebony Gaubault Lorenzo Martin

Iesha Daniels Tamara Howe Valerie Magee Kemiko Lawrence Bette and Jon Melissa Anele-Terry Raven Durant Taronda Hall Kimberly Isles Deborah Jones Romona Waller Charissa Reedy Virnita Daniel Ramona Waller

Daughter of Ms. Ariel Davis Junior at North Atlanta High School Accomplishments: Varsity Track, Varsity cheer, Varsity gymnastics, and BSU representative Escorted by her mom, Ms. Ariel Davis

Platinum

Anglea Davis

Emerald

Kiva Riley

Pearl

Cheryl Frazier

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Eulene Paulk Jalisa Jefferson

Shanika Jones Teresa Davis

Sherrette Dyson Eric Belcher Gregory Dinkins Latisha Daniel Latanya Paige

Shakete Clark Fonda Prioleau Lasheena High Rick Morgan Jennifer Evans

Daughter of Mr. Charles and Mrs. Avivice Fletcher Junior at Chapel Hill High School Accomplishments: Varsity Competition Cheerleading, Varsity Football Cheerleading, Varsity Basketball Cheerleading, Douglas County Fire Department EMT Student, Peer Mediation, Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA), BETA Club, National Honor Society, and Spanish National Honor Society Escorted by her dad, Mr. Charles Fletcher

Bronze

Captain Miller Johnson

Pearl

Ms. Toshia Williams Ms. Elaine Jenkins Mr. Antonio & Mrs. Anita Webb

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Ms. Shavanda Tumor Mr. Ronaldo & Mrs. Kashna Fletcher Mrs. Tiffany Harvey

Ms. Sherry Dority Mrs. Lisa McEachern Ms. Cambrielle Sanders

Mrs. Cinnamon Smith Mr. Andree & Mrs. Ketina Lipscomb Mrs. Tera Day Mrs. Helen Kimbrough Ms. Yolanda Weems Mrs. Tuwanna Wilson-Jones Mrs. Ava Britten Mrs. Arlethea Scott Mr. Mario & Mrs. Trebla Gray Mr. Baruch and Mrs. Sarah Carroll

Ms. Taffy Fletcher Mrs. Dellena W Priester Shontel Robinson Mr. Timothy Pirtle Mrs. Adrianne Caldwell Mrs. Amelia Woodruff Mrs. Dietrice Bennett Mrs. Tina Banks Ms. Deborah Massie Ms. Andretta Saxon

Daughter of Mr. Ambries Jones and Mrs. Keisha Johnson Junior at North Springs High School Accomplishments: Track, orchestra, FBLA, HOSA Escorted by Mr. Gerard Dugue

Patron Sherrette Dyson Jalisa Jefferson Tameka Brown

Daughter of Ms. Tiffany Keys Junior at Douglas County high school Accomplishments: Sideline and Competition cheerleading Escorted by her mom, Ms. Tiffany Keys

Platinum

Cynthia Richard

Bronze

Keys Family

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Terence James Jacqueline Zeigler

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Yatta Collins Carrie Ford Shariama Colson Velisa Hogan Deidre Carswell

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Chenedra Garnigan Karen Stripling Delina Jones Shaketha Blankenship Yolanda Wright Shona Brantley

Daughter of Mr. Wendall and Mrs. Shawn King Junior at Chapel Hill High School Accomplishments: competition cheerleading, student government, DECA club, HOSA club, National Honors Society, Youth Leadership Douglas, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) student Escorted by her parents, Mr. Wendall and Mrs. Shawn King

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Shawn & Wendall King

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Deborah Jones Eric Belcher Andrea Dula Christina Miranda Valarie Mackey Allison Gibson Kai Dean Shondalyn Norwood

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Tonya Isles Dellena W Priester Chelsea Howard LaTonya Lee Veronica Jackson-Shelton Dawn Barnes Tara Forrest Mary Irving Shontel Robinson

Daughter of Ms. Linda Anele Junior at Peachtree Ridge Accomplishments: Varsity Track, Student Council, Dance Committee President, Women's Empowerment, PASA, #CAP Escorted by her mom, Ms. Linda Anele

Gold Eric Sumlin

Tea Rose Linda Anele 2017 Initiates

Bronze Melissa Anele-Terry

Ivy Tiffani Stewart Linda Anele

Pearl Cheryl Frazier Grandpa George K. Anele Jessica Jackson

Emerald Patron Myesha Good Traci Jenkins Keisha Siah Eugene & Christiana Nederpel Ikechukwu Charliestar Ukawuba JaKayla Woolridge

Daughter of Mr. Savalas and Mrs. Kischa Williams Junior at Chapel Hill High School Accomplishments: (School) Part of National Honors Society, Varsity football sideline cheer, Varsity Competition cheer, part of yearbook staff, (out of school) member of Douglas County Youth Commissions, and one of the Social Media Ambassador for Usher's New Look program.

Escorted by her dad, Mr. Savalas Williams Emerald Patron

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Maurice Calhoun Tara Ford

Andre & Ketina Lipscomb Willie & Arlena Williams Jerome & Ebone Green Shontel Robinson

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Derry West

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Daughter of Mr. Keith and Mrs. Corliss Wilson Junior at Whitefield Academy Accomplishments: Track and Field, AP Art, Student Ambassador, National Honors Society, National Arts Honor Society, Governor Honor Society, Varsity Cheerleader Escorted by her dad, Mr. Keith Wilson Silver Corliss Wilson

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Patron 22nd Century Career Development Beverly Alexander Carmen Butler Quantindra Smith Lorna Hood Shenika Hall Olivia Blacknall

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May God continue to order your steps and direct your path as you enter into your next season. We are extremely proud of you. Continue to set your gaze on God above! ~Love Mom, Dad, Kyndal & Emory

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We Proudly Congratulate 2020-2021 T.E.A. Rose Debutante Havalynn Abernathy

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For you are God’s masterpiece created in Christ Jesus to do good works which God prepared in advance for you to do.

-Ephesians 2:10 Love- Dad, Mom, Chloe, Alyssa & Eric

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Atara, we have watched you grow and mature into a beautiful young lady. We are so proud of your accomplishments. You are academically prepared and socially ready. Continue to strive to reach all your goals and future aspirations. The door of opportunity is open to ensure your dreams become a reality.

Dare to be powerful beyond measure, brilliant, gorgeous, and talented. Let your light shine brightly, for you are destined for Greatness!

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With love and pride today and always!

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We have been very blessed to have a daughter like you. Your smile and personality are truly contagious. Through your unconditional love, you warm the hearts of those who know you. Living and loving life within the values you have been taught has made you the amazing young lady you are today. Thank you for inspiring those around you by being a wonderful role model and leader.

Michaela, God truly blessed you with several talents and gifts. You have worked extremely hard, stayed the course, and soon you will be at the finish line. As you begin the next chapter of your life, remain true to yourself and follow your heart.

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May God continue to bless you and keep His hand on you.

Love you always, Daddy, Mommy, & Michael

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Congratulations Legacy of Pearls Foundation and debutantes of the 2021 T.E.A. Rose Cotillion Destiny World Church 7400 Factory Shoals Road Austell, GA 30168 Wilbur T. Purvis III, Lead Pastor Sunday Services 8am & 10:45am Word on Wednesday 7pm

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Acknowledgements Program Facilitators Nia Brown, Majestic Etiquette Katrina Harley, Teen Domestic Violence Facilitator Alisha Thomas Morgan, Public Speaking Dr. Roblena Walker & Celene Craig, Pink Table Talk Dr. Torri Love Griffin, Vision Boarding Mrs. Corliss Wilson, Paratus College & Career Planning Mrs. Ericka Blair McGrew, Financial Management Valeria Simms, Choreographer

Special Thanks Marcheria Jessie, Crafts by Shia Quantindra Smith, Divine Divas Designs, LLC Tundra Jenkins Sigma Omega Omega Chapter Members

Visit us online www.legacyofpearls.org

Legacy of Pearls Foundation, Inc. is a not for profit 501(c)3 organization founded to in 2013 with the mission to enhance the lives of residents of the Douglas county and surrounding areas through educational, charitable, and leadership programming.