Jack & Jill of America, Inc. Greater Channel Chapter Black Family Ski Weekend 2023 Black History Celebration Diamond Peak Ski Resort Lake Tahoe, Nevada February 17 – 20, 2023
Greetings from the DYNAMIC Greater Channel Chapter of Houston, Texas, proudly representing the South Central Region of Jack & Jill of America.
TheGreaterChannelChapter of Jack and Jill of America,Incorporated, was established in 1994. It has grown over the years throughthe vision and missionof each of its past Presidents– GlendaThibeaux (19941996), Pat Pellerin(1996-2000), Carolyn McCray (2000-2002), Debra Johnson(2002-2005),Dawana M. Lewis Scott (2005-2006), Cheryl Fleming (2006-2008), Renee Lewis (2008-2010), Barbara Pierce(20102012),Melanie Flowers(2012-2014), Paula Harris (2014-2016), DemetraJones(2016-2018), Trela Parker (2018-2020),Stacey Frank (2020-2022) andJuantongiaCalvin (2022-present).
TheGreaterChannelChapter hosted Area Workday (1996),the Regional Mother’sConference (2005),with otherHouston area chapters, theNationalConvention (2006) and Children’sCluster in 2013. We hostedTeenConference in June 2017, the first on acollege campus at the University of Houston. In 2019, we celebrated 25 years of making adifference in the lives of children and families. We are proud to have membersof Greater Channelthat serve and have served Jack & Jill at the area, regional and national levels.
TheGreaterChannelChapterAssociate Group was formed underthe leadershipof Mattie Sharp and Barbara Auzenne in 2000.
Jack & Jill of America, Inc.
Jack and Jill boasts 252 chaptersnationwide, representingmore than 40,000family members. Eachchapter plans annual programmingactivities guided underageneral five point programmatic thrust:culturalawareness,educationaldevelopment, health(educationandadvocacy),civic (legislative advocacy andservice)andsocial/recreational areas.Throughserviceprojects, Jack and Jill of Americacreatesa medium ofcontact for children to stimulate their growth anddevelopment.Through lobbying,educational programming, disseminationof education materials, and the organizationof communityand charitable events, Jack and Jill has promoted the public awarenessandinterestsof children including child development, childgrowth, childquality of life, child careand the promotionof children’srights.
The Greater ChannelChapter of Jack & Jill of America,Inc. invites you to join us as we convene tocelebrateBlackHistory Monthat Diamond Peak Ski Resort and the Hyatt Regency HotelSpa& Casinoin Lake Tahoe, Nevada. Enjoy funin the snow, family activities, sleigh rides, fireside chats, evening entertainment and curatedprivate excursions for your family. We look forwardtohosting you andappreciate your support of the Jack & Jill Foundation. Your support allows the Jack & Jill Foundation to positively impact AfricanAmerican communities across theUnited States.
Diamond Peak Ski Resort Lake Tahoe, Nevada
President: Mrs. Juantongia Calvin
Chair: Mrs. Nyanza L. Moore, Esq.
Each family is responsible for their own transportation to and from Reno, Nevada, andIncline Village The Greater Channel Chapter doesnotreceiveany benefit from youruseofany transportationvendor Diamond Peak Ski Resort is perfect for Jack & JillFamilies andGuest Families. Diamond Peak catersto familieswith children by offering a Child Ski Center, FreeLift Tickets for childrenunder 6, miles of groomed slopes,beginnerterrainparkfeatures,and Lake Tahoe's mostbreathtaking view for the wholefamilyto enjoy. Diamond Peak is the bestplacetoski,socializeandcelebrate BlackHistorythe Jack & Jill way. For inquiries please contact: Nyanza L. Moore, Esq. at: nyanzamoore@msn.com
LESSONS
SNOWBOARD
The Child SkiCenter provides a safeand funlearning environment for kids ages 3-6 ofall abilities. Children have a separatelearning area, private "magic carpet" Pete's Powerline surfacelift and low child-to-instructor ratio of 6:1 max. Ski & Snowboard Lessons (ages 7+) featureprofessional instructors, low student-to-instructor ratios, gentle slopes, and a friendly environment. Group, private, and semi-privatelessons are available for children4-6 yearsold. 3-year -olds are accepted in private lessons only. Diamond Peak is perfect for Jack & JillFamilies and Guest Families. Diamond Peak caters tofamilieswith children by offering a Child Ski Center, Free Lift Tickets for childrenunder 6, miles of groomed slopes, beginner terrain park features, andLake Tahoe'smostbreathtaking view for thewhole familyto enjoy. Diamond Peak is thebestplace toski, socialize and celebrateBlackHistory the Jack&Jill way.
SKI &
Beginner 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 13 79. Beginner lift access is valid for Schoolhouse and Lodgepole lifts only. $100.00 Adult 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 24-64 $155.00 Youth 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 13-23 $140.00 Child 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 7 12 $70.00 Senior 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 65 79 $140.00 6 and Under 1-day lift ticket Valid for ages 6 & under $0.00 80+ 1 Day lift ticket Valid for ages 80 and over $0.00
LODGING
Price
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa and Casino
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa & Casino BLACK FAMILY SKI WEEKEND BLOCKED RATES: $319.00 Per Night – 1 King $319.00 Per Night – 2 Double Beds STANDARD RATES: $449.00 Per Night – 1 King $544.00 Per Night – 2 Double Beds ++Does not include $50 Resort Fee Per Day Plus Applicable Tax
45 KING / DOUBLE ROOMS RESERVED UNDER REDUCED RATE FAMILIES MUST REGISTER TO RECEIVE HOTEL BOOKING LINK REGISTRATION FEE IS REQUIRED FOR EACH FAMILY ROOM BLOCK IS ON A FIRST TO REGISTER FIRST TO RESERVE BASIS SUITES AND COTTAGES AVAILABLE FOR STANDARD RATES
Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe Resort, Spa & Casino
FAMILY REGISTRATION JACK & JILL FAMILIES: $375 GREATER CHANNEL FAMILIES: $275 GUEST FAMILIES: $475 GREATER CHANNEL ASSOCIATE FAMILIES: $325 + Family Registration: Includes reduced lodging rate, evening activities for Kids & Teens, Black History Program, access to hospitality suite for lite bites and entertainment. Net proceeds from Family Registration will be donated to the Jack & Jill Foundation, Inc. + For inquiries please contact: Nyanza L. Moore, Esq. at: nyanzamoore@msn.com
