ivyette the - Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Zeta Chi Omega Chapter

THE
May 2014
IVYETTE
Volume I4, Issue 5
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
Zeta Chi Omega Chapter
P.O. Box 25763
Greetings from the Basileus
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY, SORORS!
During our recent 57th Annual Cotillion held last month, I
was reminded that our Chapter began 58 years ago, on
May 25, 1956 when our Charter Members’ vision became
realized. As we reflect on our rich legacy today, we also
honor those who paved the way, including our Golden
and Charter members - Sorors Regina Duncan, Beatrice
Gilkes and Carrie James, who are active members of the
Chapter. As with all of our precious jewels, we celebrate
you and thank you for leaving us such a rich legacy.
In addition, the Chapter received the Connection Award
(led by Soror VaShawn Guice Veal); Alma B. Diggs Attendance Award; Chapter Exhibit (2nd place); and Arts &
Crafts (2nd place). As recipients of the History Book and
Ann Mitchem Davis Archives awards, the Chapter will
advance to Boulé, representing the Mid-Atlantic Region!
AKAlades to Sorors Shirley Taylor (Historian) and
Monique Robinson (Archivist) for their leadership to ensure our timeless treasures and memories are preserved.
Continuing Our Legacy: Zeta Chi Omega was well represented at the 61st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference
(MARC) held April 3-6, 2014 where we had approximately
118 sorors in attendance. We are ecstatic to announce
that our own Soror Joyce Henderson was elected as the
next Mid-Atlantic Regional Director! In addition, Soror
LaFrances Williams was re-elected as the Mid-Atlantic
Regional Representative to the International Nominating
Committee. Congratulations to both sorors as they will
be ratified at the upcoming Boulé in July.
The Chapter also received 5 Global Leadership through
Timeless Service (GLTTS) awards, placing in all GLTTS
award categories. Second place honors were given to
the following GLTTS Initiatives: Emerging Young Leaders
(EYL); Health; Global Poverty; and Economic Security.
EYL also received a $400 cash award for its programming efforts. The Social Justice and Human Rights Initiative earned first place honors, advancing to Boulé, representing the Mid-Atlantic Region. I would like to commend
all of the 2013 GLTTS Initiative Committee Chairmen and
Committees for working diligently on our international
programs.
With a total of 18 awards submitted, the Chapter received
a record-breaking 15 awards for service rendered in 2013.
Of the 15 awards received, 4 were individual awards, and
11 were Chapter awards. “Thank you” to everyone who
took time to work on the award submissions. Each one
was stellar and represented Zeta Chi Omega at its best.
A special congratulations to Chapter sorors for winning
the following awards: Soror Connie Greene, Clara M.
Hines Humanitarian and Caring Award; Soror Crystal
Lander, Leah K. Frazier Leadership with a Global Perspective Award; Soror Barbara Bellamy, Barbara K. Phillips Leadership Development Award; and Soror
LaFrances Williams, Graduate Leadership Award.
Photos are on pages 17-20.
“Thank you” to Awards Chairman and Co-Chairman, Sorors Carla Haynes Harper and Amirah Salaam, and the
entire Awards Committee with the timely submission of
our awards. We appreciate all that you do to ensure Zeta
Chi Omega is best represented.
I would also like to extend a personal note of gratitude to
all Chapter members who joined us for our monthly Third
Thursday program series and/or donated items toward
service projects. Your support truly made the difference!
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May 2014
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Joint General Membership Meeting—
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Susan G. Komen
Race for the Cure
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Membership Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m. - LC
Project StepOut 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
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Protocol Committee
Meeting 7:00 p.m. Third Thursday
Community Night
“Women in the
Bylaws Committee Standards CommitArts” 7:00 p.m.- LC
Meeting 7:00 p.m. - tee Meeting - 7:00
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Jewels - Luncheon/
Bingo - 12:00 p.m. FG
Carpenter’s Shelter Finance Committee
Meal Service Meeting - 7:00 p.m.
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Project StepOut 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
IFNV Annual Meeting 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
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Race for the Cure
Asthma Awareness Month
Jewels Month
EYL "Belle" Movie
Matinee - Hoffman
Theater, Alexandria, VA
Spirit & Inspiration Committee
A Time to Plant Kindness, Love and Joy
Submitted by:
Soror Beverly Ferguson, Member
We can finally pull off our heavy coats, pack up our sweaters, box up many
pairs of fashionable winter boots, and move them to the back of our closets.
Many of us did not enjoy this past winter, but we must find joy in every season and in the transition between them.
Ecclesiastes 3 speaks to an appointed time for every event. In Ecclesiastes 3:2, Solomon writes, “A time to give birth
and a time to die. A time to plant and a time to uproot what is planted.”
The various seasons of planting and harvest are set by God, and they come and go quickly. There are gardeners who
enjoy growing plants from seeds. This may seem like a challenge, but if the right varieties are chosen, it is easy. In
some cases, seeds will sprout and grow where they are sown. However, to produce top flowers, the garden and landscape need a significant amount of attention. One of the key times to be active in the garden is during spring, after planting is finished. Remove weeds that germinate in bare spots and encroach on garden paths. A little work saves gardeners time and trouble later in the season. As soon as weeds appear, it is time to take action. Man and nature working
together can produce one of God’s most beautiful masterpieces – a garden filled with lovely flowers.
In 1907, God planted a seed in our founder, Ethel Hedgeman Lyle, to start a sorority for women. On January 15, 1908,
our beloved sorority was birthed and named Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Ethel Hedgeman Lyle, along with eight female
students on the campus of Howard University, started this sisterhood with our motto, “By culture and by merit.” Sisters of
Alpha Kappa Alpha, we have a rich history.
God has planted seeds in our hearts, and in turn, we can collectively plant seeds of kindness, joy and love. Members of
Zeta Chi Omega, we have an opportunity to plant seeds and grow a garden filled with many beautiful flowers that continue to grow in fertile soil. You will not have to get your hands dirty. Yes, we are aware of the benefits of working outside
in the warm sun and seeing the labor of our works materialize. A well-cultivated garden with perennials (graduate sorors) and annuals (undergraduate sorors) have the potential of blossoming for the next 100 years and more. Can you
visualize the look of our garden when we take the time to plant these seeds?
We can bond into a proud sisterhood. The seeds of kindness, love and joy that you plant today will one day bloom in the
hearts of all that you touch. Let us commit ourselves anew by planting seeds of kindness, love and joy - and becoming a
stronger sisterhood.
Basileus Report - Continued from cover page. . .
IFNV News: “Hats off” to the Cotillion Committee Co-Chairmen, Sorors DeChane Dorsey and Demaris Thompson; the
Directress Committee, Sorors Michelle Crawley, Alyssa Watkins Dove and Valerie Flournoy; and the entire Cotillion
Committee for an outstanding Cotillion Season. Due to your support, nine beautiful debutantes were presented to society on April 12, 2014. Your commitment and tireless efforts are unparalleled.
The IFNV Board of Directors will host its annual meeting on Tuesday, May 27, 2014, 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Nannie J.
Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. All Chapter officers and members are encouraged to attend.
I would be remiss if I did not send a special message wishing all mothers a very special Mother’s Day. You are special,
and we honor you on this special day - and every day.
Yours in sisterhood and service,
Soror Kendra
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Officers’ Reports
The Global Poverty Committee bi-monthly meal service at
the Carpenter’s Shelter, 930 North Henry Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, will begin promptly at 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 16, 2014. Sorors should arrive by 11:30 a.m.
Please contact Soror Saundra McCullough-Cobey if you
plan to participate.
Soror Rhonda Luss
Anti-Basileus
AKA went green in April, and sorors, you looked fantastic
in green. At the Chapter meeting, the Health Initiative
Committee educated sorors with a display on environmental stewardship, to include resources and tools on
ecology, environment and sustainability. I encourage you
to do your part to reduce, reuse, and recycle.
The Project StepOut Committee will provide tutoring services on May 13th and May 27th (every 2nd and 4th Tuesday) from 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Charles Houston Center.
Please come out and support Zeta Chi Omega’s signature
program.
In partnership with IFNV and the Music Committee, the
Program Committee is hosting Community Night on May
15, 2014 at the Nannie J. Lee Center. During this event,
we will not only spotlight women in the arts - we are
opening our doors to our community partners and will honor them for their service. Our annual grants given through
IFNV will be presented at that time. We hope you can join
us for this special event.
Zeta Chi Omega was recognized for its outstanding programs at the 61st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference. Congratulations to the immediate past Anti-Basileus, Soror
Kendra Gillespie, and the entire program committee for a
job well done.
The Economic Security Initiative Committee hosted a financial webinar entitled Cents & Sensibility, featuring
Mr. Dywane Hall, a Registered Financial Consultant
(RFC) and a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor
(CRPC). The webinar focused on building wealth, budgeting, and securing your financial future. “Tea roses” to
Soror DéTisha Joy Page, Chairman, Economic Security
Initiative Committee, and the entire committee for presenting an informative webinar.
The Economic Security Initiative Committee will be hosting a Home Ownership Seminar on June 19, 2014. Additional information is forthcoming.
The Social Justice and Human Rights Committee presented “Strong Minds: Human Trafficking, Part II,”
which included a short film entitled “Not For Sale II” and
an interactive discussion on ways to join the fight to stop
human trafficking. A special “thank you” to Soror Ashley
Queen Monterio, as the event’s Program Co-Chairman,
Soror Joyce Putnam, Soror Kendra White and the Social
Justice and Human Rights Committee for a highly insightful program.
Soror Joyce Putman, Chairman
Soror Kendra White, Co-Chairman
Social Justice and Human Rights Initiative
Kudos to all who attended the human trafficking forum on
Wednesday, April 23rd. We watched the short film “Not for
Sale II,” which highlights the efforts of individuals in the
field combating the horrors of human trafficking and listened to local advocates who are in the fight. Now that we
know where assistance is needed, we should go out and
participate in the fight.
Get on your mark, get ready, get set and Race for the
Cure. On Saturday, May 10, 2014 team Zeta Chi Omega
will participate in the Susan G. Komen Race for the
Cure® in Washington, DC. The team will meet at 7:00
a.m. for a group photo at the meet and greet area near
the start line on the National Mall. On race day, don’t forget to wear your favorite AKA hat and pearls with your
race t-shirt. Online registration ends on Friday, May 9,
2014.
Facts and Hope for Children of the Incarcerated
As part of the Alpha Kappa Alpha International Program,
Initiative V – Social Justice and Human Rights – seeks to
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Program Initiatives
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Creative Corrections Scholarship
http://creativecorrectionseducationfoundation.org/
The Creative Correction Scholarships provide funding to
youth who have an incarcerated parent. The non-profit
organization is founded and operated by a former warden
and former corrections staff.
provide services to children of the incarcerated. Vulnerable to situations beyond their control, children of inmates
are susceptible to overwhelming life changes that result
in traumatic experiences. Studies have demonstrated
that these changes can create mental health issues, stigma and shame, changing living arrangements, increasing
poverty, behavior problems in school, and a higher likelihood of committing crimes later in life. Data show that
1.7 million of America’s children have an incarcerated
parent. The number of children whose fathers were imprisoned increased from 881,500 in 1991 to more than
1.5 million in 2007, a 77% increase. During that period,
the number of children whose mothers were imprisoned
increased by 131%, from 63,900 to 147,400. Of the 1.7
million children, 80% need a higher level of social services, which include alcohol, drug, juvenile rehabilitation,
and mental health services, in addition to child welfare
and financial assistance. As a result of parental incarceration, approximately 29% of these children are separated
from siblings.
ScholarCHIPS
http://www.scholarchipsfund.com/
Founded by a former child of an incarcerated parent, Yasmin Arrington, ScholarCHIPS is a non-profit organization
that raises funds for scholarships for children in Virginia,
Maryland, or the District of Columbia.
Sources: http://www.pathfindersoforegon.com/wp-content/
uploads/2012/10/CIP.Fact_.Sheet_1.pdf, http://
www.afoi.org/services/children.html
Soror Caroline Howard, Chairman
Soror Shani Provost, Co-Chairman
Fortunately, there are a growing number of non-profit
organizations that are trying to offer vital services in order
to improve the lives of these children. They offer more
opportunities for children to engage in various in- and
after-school programs designed to increase their ability to
be productive citizens. For example, in Richmond, Virginia, the non-profit organization, Assisting Families and
Inmates, offers the Milk and Cookies (MAC) program,
which provides support groups and reunification programs for children as well as financial, housing, transportation, and employment assistance for caregivers. MAC
has grown to include an interdisciplinary team which operates in several elementary schools. The team includes
representatives from agencies such as AmeriCorps, Richmond Community Action Program (RCAP), Youth Day
Treatment, The Micah Initiative; Communities in Schools,
Family Lifeline, and Richmond Behavioral Health Authority. Together, they work cooperatively to offer an array of
services that focus on their respective primary service in
addition to specific needs or risk factors.
Emerging Young Leaders (EYL) Committee
The Emerging Young Leaders were all aglow at the 57th
Annual Cotillion. Sixteen of our girls enjoyed the inspiring
messages, dinner, and dancing. Many of the girls inquired about requirements to become future debutantes.
This Cotillion was the most formal event any of them had
ever attended, and they were ‘tickled pink’ all evening.
“Tea Roses” to Sorors Annie Goshay and Dee Hillery for
chaperoning.
To assist children with funding for college, the following
organizations offer scholarships.
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Program Initiatives
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Our final two EYL activities will be held on May 31st and
June 28th. On May 31st, we will attend a matinee showing
of the upcoming movie “Belle” at the Hoffman Theater,
Alexandria, VA. On June 28th, we are making plans for
our culmination ‘talent recital’ at the Charles Houston
Recreation Center, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
2014 SUSAN G. KOMEN GLOBAL RACE FOR THE CURE®
Saturday, May 10th
All walkers/runners who registered online by Monday,
April 28th will receive Event Kit (Race T-shirt and bib) by
mail; online registration ends on Friday, May 9th at noon.
Or, if you are unable to walk or run with us at the Mall on
Race Day, please consider registering to Sleep In for the
Cure®. Or, simply show your support by making a taxdeductible donation towards our $2,000 fund-raising goal
on the team page: http://globalrace.info-komen.org/goto/
Zeta_Chi_Omega_2014.
For information contact: Soror Caroline Howard,
caroline83eyl@gmail.com, 757-218-3338 or Soror Shani
Provost, shanipr@gmail.com, 510-393-7159.
Health Initiatives Committee
ZXΩ Team members are encouraged to wear their favorite AKA hat and pearls to distinguish our team.
Kimberly Speed, Chairman
Soror Jackquelyn Jones,
Co-Chairman
Team Zeta Chi Omega will meet no later than 7:00 a.m.
Saturday, May 10th, at the designated Meet & Greet Area near the Start Line on the National Mall (marked with
tall flags under the flag labeled with the letter Z) for a
group photo. The Opening Ceremony begins at 7:30 a.m.
May is Asthma Awareness Month
One of the sorority’s Health Initiatives is educating and
enlightening the community about how to properly manage and treat childhood asthma. The Asthma Prevention
and Management Initiative (APMI) is a Signature Health
Program which Soror Carolyn House Stewart has identified. Some of the things this program is designed to do
are help build strong and healthy families, manage asthma symptoms in children to prevent school absenteeism
which will help the youth excel academically, and to reduce disparities of asthma among vulnerable populations.
RELAY FOR LIFE
SATURDAY, JUNE 21, 2014
Time: 5:00 p.m.
(Attend any time between 5:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.)
Asthma is a disease that affects the lungs. It causes
wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and
coughing. Asthma symptoms can be relieved by a variety of medications or by being tested for allergies and then
avoiding the allergic triggers.
Location: Long Bridge Park, 475 Long Bridge Dr.
(Field #1), Arlington, VA
Registration Now Open
www.relayforlife.org/arlingtonva.
There are two types of asthma which can cause an attack: allergic and non-allergic.
Allergic Triggers:
Animal Dander
Foods
House dust mites
Molds
Pollens
Team Name: AKAZCO-Walk for Life
Team Captain: Amirah Salaam asalaam3@hotmail.com
Non-allergic Triggers:
Emotional anxiety
Exposure to cold, dry air
Foods
Medications
Strenuous exercise
Tobacco Smoke
Viral/bacterial infections
FUNDRAISING GOAL: $1,000
Food…Prizes…Sisterly Relations…
Celebration of Life!
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Global Poverty Initiative
You are encouraged to come with your families and
friends to participate in the Relay for Life!
The American Cancer Society is rallying communities,
through events like Relay for Life, to fight cancer and fund
research to find cures to prevent and treat this devastating disease. To join this important cause, register to become a member of the AKAZCO-Walk for Life team or
make a donation to help the American Cancer Society.
Please feel free to bring your family members, friends
and all sorors! Bring your lawn chairs, games, food, and
beverages.
Soror Saundra McCullough-Cobey, Chairman
Soror Adria M. T. Owens, Co-Chairman
Carpenter’s Shelter Meal Service - Volunteers Needed
The Global Poverty Committee will host its third Carpenter's Shelter Meal Service on Sunday, May 18, 2014.
We are in need of 8-10 volunteers to support this effort.
Don’t miss a rewarding opportunity to be of service, as
well as an opportunity to work and fellowship with your
lovely sorors. If you are unable to support the May meal
service, there will be three additional opportunities for you
to support the meal service during the months of July,
September, and November. If you are interested in volunteering for the May meal service, please contact Soror
Saundra McCullough-Cobey, at
saundra.mcculloughcobey@verizon.net.
Again, register at: www.relayforlife.org/arlingtonva.
Once you arrive to this site, please click “join a team” as a
new participant and select our team name (AKAZCOWalk for Life).
“There is no exercise better for the heart than reaching
down and lifting people up.”
Toiletry Collection
Global Poverty will continue the toiletry drive for the residents of the Carpenter’s Shelter at the May General Membership meeting. While you are traveling, take a plastic
bag or two and stock up on unused hotel toiletries
(unopened bottles of shampoo, conditioner, bottles of liquid soap or unopened packages of soap, small containers of toothpaste, etc.). Or, purchase a travel sized toiletry item while you are shopping. The Carpenter’s Shelter
will greatly appreciate these toiletry donations. More than
ever, families in our community need help with basic, everyday necessities.
2013 - Zeta Chi Omega, Relay for Life Participants
-----------------------Sources - Asthma article:
1. Quest Diagnostics brochure entitled: Why Test for
Allergies? The Asthma Connection
2. Soror Diane L. Adams, AKA International Project Director’s Asthma Prevention and Management Presentation - 2013
We will have a container to receive your items at the May
General Membership meeting.
Thank you in advance for your support and an opportunity
to serve! Sorors, we do make a difference in the lives of
others.
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Officers’ Reports
Philacter
Hodegos
Soror Sherry Billingsley
Soror Annette Champion,
Co-Chairman
Communication Committee
Soror Melanie Henderson
Happy Mother’s Day Sorors.
We have a new sign in process. There are two lines now
“A – L” and “M – Z.” When signing in at Chapter meetings, please ensure that your information printed on the
roster is correct. If not, please update it. You may email
your updated information to s.billings1908@gmail.com.
MAY BIRTHDAY CELEBRANTS
Kimberly Conner - 3
Alesha Jordan- 4
Musetta "Tia" Johnson - 5
Bridget Bailey Lipscomb - 7
Kellie Buck - 7
Mathelle Lee - 7*
Anita Hadden - 8
Doretta Davis - 12
Barbara R. Bellamy - 13
Thomasine Coates - 19
Lula Lang-Jeter -19*
Shani Provost - 19
Eloise Hudgins - 21
Eugenia Gardner - 27
Barbara Evans - 28*
Tanya R. Brown - 30
Kathleen R. Collier - 30
June Monterio - 30
ATTENTION SORORS – THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT: If
you invite a guest soror to a meeting, please inform her to
bring proper credentials in order to attend the meeting.
The credentials required must be one of the following:
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A financial card (old or current)
A copy of her Certificate of Initiation
A faxed verification letter or an email confirmation
from the Corporate Office.
The Financial Corner
Soror Robin McCoy
Tamiouchos
Join us for lunch after the General Membership Meeting
at Indigo Landing again for food, fellowship, and fun with
our sorors as we celebrate the May birthdays.
TIMELY PROCESSING OF VOUCHERS
(From Zeta Chi Omega’s
Manual of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Chapter 2, Financial Operating Procedures)
GET WELL WISHES
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Please keep Soror Natasha Rountree in your prayers as
she returns to full health after her surgery.
Continue to keep our sorors lifted up in prayer as we continue to serve all mankind.
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All disbursements of funds will be dependent upon a
completed voucher. All vouchers must have the necessary (original) receipts, invoices and appropriate
(supporting) documents attached.
The committee chairmen will (approve - sign and)
submit completed vouchers to the Tamiouchos.
Individual committee members must submit their
vouchers to the committee chairman.
FINANCIAL LIAISON REPRESENTATIVES
Sorors, the Finance Committee has launched a new initiative – Financial Liaison Representatives. These smart,
financially-savvy sorors will be available to provide clarity
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on Chapter financial policies and procedures during committee meetings and on an as-needed basis. They have a toolkit
full of financial information (SOPs, budget, and templates) and will advise and assist committees with financial activities,
to include:
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Maintaining a record of income and expense for each event.
Maintaining a running account of tickets issued, paid for and returned.
Monitoring committee expenses.
FINANCIAL LIAISON REPRESENTATIVES
PROGRAM COMMITTEES
Soror Rochelle Brown
Soror DeChane Dorsey
Soror Tamara Rowe
STANDING COMMITTEES
Soror Gloria Bell (Archives, Awards, Communications,
Newsletter, Nominating, Scholarship, Standards)
Soror Irma Bogan (Bylaws, Connection, Contracts, Protocol)
Soror Gloria Payne (Courtesy, Directory,
Graduate Advisory Council, Membership, Public Relations, Technology)
AD HOC COMMITTEES
Soror Kym Conner
Soror Erica Jefferies
Soror Darlena Ricks
Committee Chairmen – Have you contacted your Financial Liaison Representative?
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Hist Historian
Soror Shirley Taylor
On behalf of the History Committee, I would like to express our sincere appreciation to the Chapter for the
many kind expressions shown after learning that ZXΩ
won first place in the Mid-Atlantic Region History Book
competition. We hope you will be proud as you read and
reflect on our journey over the past 57 years.
ZETA CHI OMEGA - HISTORY BOOK COMMITTEE
Seated: Sorors Carolyn Rowe, Shirley Taylor, Linda Newman
(l-r) Sorors Starr Garrett, Martha Coleman, Gloria Bell, Michelle Jones,
Julia Pryor, Patricia Wallace, Judith Vaughn, Brenda L.-Sias (not shown)
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My Dear Sorors,
I am very happy to report that through your incredible generosity at the April General
Membership meeting, we are able to send five members of Sigma Alpha to the Boulé!
The members of Sigma Alpha were absolutely overjoyed when they heard the news
Soror Tiffany Montgomery that they would be able to attend the Boulé this summer. The undergraduate sorors
Graduate Advisor
feel very fortunate to have such a great sponsoring graduate chapter and as Graduate
Advisor, I feel honored to be a part of a chapter that provides such support to their undergraduate chapter.
“Tea Roses and Pearls” to all of you who gave your support!
Sigma Alpha 2014 Graduates
Sigma Alpha carried the Sorority’s Earth Day initiative by volunteering at Rock Springs Park.
Sigma Alpha will have two graduates this semester. Sorors Sigourney Bailey and Jasmine Wilkerson will graduate from Marymount
University on May 18th. Please join me in wishing them much success!
Soror Sigourney Bailey
Soror Jasmine Wilkerson
Committee Reports
Hello Sorors,
Soror Hazel Cameron, Chairman
Please know your Bylaws Committee Chairman is determined to share with you facts about
parliamentary procedures that will enlighten us and help the Chapter’s general and committee meetings move more swiftly. For this issue, I have one tip to share with the group,
which is stated below.
Bylaws Committee Put Your Motion in Writing: Writing out the motion helps to organize your thoughts and
compose a motion that is clear and covers the necessary details as concisely as possible.
Putting your ideas in writing forces you to express your proposals as concisely as possible
before any discussion occurs. In fact, Robert’s Rules of Order gives the presiding officer the right to ask that you submit
your motion in writing, and the Grammateus also may request the motion in writing. So, to our members, when placing a
motion before the membership, please put your motion in writing, and provide it to the Grammateus to make sure it is accurately stated. The Basileus, the Grammateus and the membership in general will appreciate this small effort on our
part.
Amendment to Bylaws: We are still looking for your comments regarding the Bylaws. On the Chapter’s website is a
form that sorors can use to recommend changes to Chapter Bylaws. Please submit your proposed change(s) to the Bylaws Committee by May 31, 2014. If you have any questions, please contact Soror Hazel Cameron at 301-577-7668 or
via email at hazel.cameron_2003@verizon.net.
Bylaws Committee Meeting: The next meeting of the Bylaws Committee will be held on Tuesday, May 12, 2014, at St.
John’s Baptist Church, 1905 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA.
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Committee Reports
Membership Committee
Soror Diann Burns, Chairman
Scholarship Committee
2014 COOLEY-MOORE SCHOLARSHIP REPORT
In January 2014, applications for the 2014 Cooley-Moore
Scholarship were distributed to high schools in Alexandria
and Arlington (with an Alexandria or Arlington address)
and churches.
 The Ivy Foundation of Northern Virginia (IFNV) approved our ability to award two $2,000 renewable
scholarships this year.
 Committee members followed up with phone calls to
the coordinator contacts at the schools and churches
to ensure that the students were made aware of them.
Applications were due (postmarked) by March 8. We
received 33 applications.
 The Scholarship Committee met five times during
March and April, including interviewing the top ten
candidates. These students exhibited academic excellence and a real devotion to community service.
 The applications and the students were very impressive, and many of the essays were imaginative and
heartwarming.
Soror Cora King, Chairman; Sorors Jennifer Brooks, Chris Gray and
Marquita Davis Co-Chairmen
ZXΩ CHAPTER T-SHIRTS - FINAL ORDER
We will be taking the final orders for the famous ZXΩ
t-shirts at the May General Membership meeting. The cost
is $30.00. T-shirts will be distributed at the June General
Membership meeting. Show your Chapter pride in style at
the Boulé.
SISTER CIRCLES
Be sure to be in attendance at the May General Membership meeting for the reintroduction of the Sister Circles.
The Sister Circles have been restructured based on geographical location of Chapter members. This new format
will give sorors an opportunity to foster sisterly relations
with members from their own community.
To kick off our new Sister Circles, each member will be
invited to meet and mingle at an activity unique to their
Sister Circle by their new Sister Circle leader during the
Sister Circle Weekend, May 16 -18. Whether over coffee at the local Starbucks, popcorn at the movies, or during a spirited game of Spades, join in with your Sister Circle members for a weekend of fellowship and merriment.
At its meeting on April 8th, the Committee made recommendations for 2 scholarship awardees:
 Vikaya Powell, a senior at TC Williams High School
and
 Lyric Bolen, also a senior at TC Williams High School.
The Committee sought and gained the Chapter's approval
of its recommendations that will be forwarded to the IFNV.
We are excited about the new Sister Circles and know
that sorors will embrace this new opportunity to celebrate
sisterhood.
Both of these students have excellent applications, essays
and were very poised during their interviews. We wish
these students all the best in the coming years, and the
Chapter’s mentoring program will follow them through college.
CHAPTER PICNIC
The Chapter Picnic will be held on Sunday, June 22, 2-6
p.m. at Lake Accotink Park, 7500 Accotink Park Rd.,
Springfield, VA. Join sorors, family and friends for fellowship and fun along picturesque Lake Accotink. The cost
of the picnic is $15 per adult and $8 per child (aged 5-12),
which can be paid at the May and June General Membership meetings. There will be no on-site payment for this
event. Start the summer off right at the annual Chapter
Picnic. We’ll save a spot at the picnic table for you!
Many thanks to the members of the Committee and to the
Chapter for its support!
For additional information and/or questions, please contact Diann Burns, Marcy Jessup or Patty Edwards.
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Standards Committee
Technology Committee
Soror Nekia Freeman, Chairman
Sorors Angie Martin & Khia Ross, Co-Chairmen
Soror Vanessa Jackson, Chairman; Sorors Yolanda Gibson,
Vendella Jordan, and Danyale Dow, Co-Chairmen
Greetings Sorors,
The Standards Committee needs your assistance. We
want to make sure that all of our Chapter records and files
are properly maintained in the official Chapter archives.
Have you turned over your documents to the current officer or committee chairman? Preserving our documents
and records are critical in continuing the business of Alpha
Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., and Zeta Chi Omega Chapter.
Sorors, keep in mind, that any documents or records generated for Chapter operations are the property of the
Chapter. The Standards Committee will be reviewing the
Chapter files to ensure that our operational records are
maintained in accordance to our international documents.
The Technology Request form is now available via the
Chapter website. Navigate to “Chapter Documents” in the
“Members Only” section of the website, and click the
Equipment Request form link. The Equipment Request
form allows you to request equipment such as a projector,
megaphone, extension cord, etc. Sorors can fill out the
form indicating what kind of equipment they will need for
their event, and an email will be sent to the Technology
Committee. Please provide a point of contact from the
requesting committee, as coordination of equipment pick
up and drop off will need to be made with the Technology
Committee. Also, please note the soror or committee requesting the equipment will need to provide a laptop of
their own, if necessary.
STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES
TECHNOLOGY TIP
Updating the Chapter’s Standard Operating Procedures
(SOP) continues to be a priority task of the Standards
Committee. In April, the Committee met and devised a
strategy to complete the revisions. The members of the
Committee will be reaching out to former Officers and
Committee Chairmen to solicit feedback to include in the
revised SOP.
Five Email Etiquette Rules
(submitted by Soror Nicole Clark)
It's easy to see why email is the preferred form of communication. Smartphones allow us to send and receive messages from anywhere. It's convenient, and you aren't
afraid that you might be interrupting someone by texting or
calling them on the phone. But it's this convenience that
leads people to making embarrassing mistakes that may
be detrimental.
CHAPTER SELF-ASSESSMENT
How did you do with the questions from the April Ivyette?
Here are the answers to questions to the Chapter SelfAssessment:
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1. Include a clear, direct subject line. The subject line
is the impromptu introduction to your message. Clearly
stating the subject of your message could make a significant difference in the recipients’ response time.
Zeta Chi Omega does not own any real estate
property.
Zeta Chi Omega Chapter conducts two joint chapter
meetings with Sigma Alpha annually.
The Chapter does submit an annual report of chapter
program activities and finances to the Alpha Kappa
Alpha Corporate Office by the required deadlines.
2. Keep email messages brief and to the point. Just
because your writing is grammatically correct does not
mean that it has to be long. Nothing is more frustrating
than wading through an e-mail message that is twice as
long as necessary.
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3. Use sentence case. USING ALL CAPITAL LETTERS
LOOKS AS IF YOU'RE SHOUTING. Using all lowercase
letters looks lazy. For emphasis, use asterisks or bold
formatting to emphasize important words. Do not, however, use a lot of colors or graphics embedded in your message, because not everyone uses an e-mail program that
can display them.
Soror Joyce’s official title will be Madam Regional Director and, as such, all sorors must stand for her at any event
in our Region. Our Chapter has the honor of being the
home Chapter of Soror Joyce, and it is our Chapter duty to
continue modeling the "best of the best" regarding all aspects of protocol - at all times. Let's make Soror Joyce
proud.
For those sorors who were not able to attend the MidAtlantic Regional Conference (MARC) or did not attend the
“Protocol Pearlfection” 2014 Basic Protocol Workshop developed by the International Protocol Committee, here are
a few points we all need to know:
4. Don't use e-mail as an excuse to avoid personal
contact. Don't forget the value of face-to-face or even
voice-to-voice communication. E-mail communication isn't
appropriate when sending confusing or emotional messages. Think of the times you've heard someone in the
office indignantly say, "Well, I sent you e-mail." If you
have a problem with someone, speak with that person
directly. Don't use e-mail to avoid an uncomfortable situation or to cover up a mistake.
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5. Remember that your tone can't be heard in e-mail.
Have you ever attempted sarcasm in an e-mail, and the
recipient took it the wrong way? E-mail communication
can't convey the nuances of verbal communication. In an
attempt to infer tone of voice, some people use emoticons, but use them sparingly so that you don't appear unprofessional. Also, don't assume that using a smiley will
diffuse a difficult message.
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7 Email Etiquette Rules Every Professional Should Know (Business Insider)
by Giang, Vivian. http://www.businessinsider.com/email-etiquette-rulesbarbara-pachter-2013-10
Chapters must obtain written approval from the Corporate Office and International Honorary Members
Committee and Awards Chairman prior to inviting honorary members to Sorority events.
Do not transmit Sorority business and recordings during closed Sorority events and business sessions.
When singing the hymn in a closed “sorors only” setting, hands are crossed right over left. When singing
the hymn in a public setting, hold hands with arms
down by your side.
Limit talking and walking during meditation, Rededication, all business sessions and chapter meetings. Additionally, refrain from walking during dais introductions, or while the Supreme Basileus or Regional
Director is giving her address to the delegation.
Always cover tattoos at Chapter, business and formal
events, and all rituals, including MIP.
Remember, protocol is the responsibility of each and every
soror, thus to stay in the know, stay informed by purchasing the November 2013 newly Revised Official Guide to
Alpha Kappa Alpha Protocol. The guide is available on the
corporate website for $10.00 plus postage.
12 Tips For Better E-mail Etiquette (Outlook) by Laura Stack, President of
The Productivity Pro®, Inc. http://office.microsoft.com/en-us/outlook-help/12tips-for-better-e-mail-etiquette-HA001205410.aspx
Protocol Committee
Soror Bonnie Jones-Moon, Chairman
Soror Blanche Maness, Co-Chairman
The Protocol Committee extends a hearty “ thank you” to
the sorors who provided First Class service to VSGs Joyce
Henderson, International Standards Committee Chairman
and Charletta Wilson Jacks, International Membership
Committee Chairman both of whom attended the Ivy
Foundation of Northern Virginia’s Cotillion on April 12,
2014. “Tea Roses” to Soror Blanche Maness; Soror Fannie Allen; Soror Melanie Henderson and Soror Starr
Garrett, the Protocol Liaison to the Cotillion 2013-2014.
Greetings Sorors!
The Protocol Committee would like to take this opportunity
to congratulate our very own Soror Joyce Henderson for
becoming the Mid-Atlantic Region’s next Regional Director. In July at the Boulé, once she is sworn in,
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Etiquette Bits – Have you ever wondered why when
you’ve asked for the salt shaker, the pepper shaker came
along with it? Salt and pepper shakers must travel together - think of them as a couple. This is done as a convenience to the other diners at your table. Remember
also, that the bread basket is served to diners from left to
right.
email your name and voice part to Soror Veronica Jackson or Soror Essie Matthews at music@aka-zco.org.
Rehearsal dates, times and rehearsal location will be announced.
“WOMEN IN THE ARTS”
On Thursday, May 15, 2014 at the Nannie Lee Center’s
Auditorium there will be a program celebrating “Women in
the Arts.” The Music Committee will be working along
with the IFNV to make this celebration a success. We
need volunteers to help with the reception that will be
held 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. You may contact Soror Veronica Jackson or Soror Essie Matthews for further information. Soror Veronica Jackson is the chairman of this
committee.
Soror Yvette Darnaby,
Chairman
Nominating Committee
Greetings Sorors!
Thank you for entrusting the duties of the Nominating
Committee to me and the talented group of ladies who
serve with me. It is my pleasure to serve as your Nominating Committee Chairman. While it is the responsibility
of the nominating committee to recognize and seek qualified nominees for elected leadership positions within our
Chapter, we welcome and encourage input from you.
Soror C. Starr Garrett, Co-Chairman
Soror Joyce Brooks, Co-Chairman
ATTENTION CHAPTER JEWELS! The month of May is
designated as “Jewels Month,” and in celebration of you,
we encourage you to participate in the “Jewels Parade”
prior to the start of the May General Membership meeting.
Wear your crowns, bring your pom-poms, sit together,
and just “show out!” Don’t leave without picking up your
special token of love from the Diamond Golden Silver
Committee.
To help us strengthen our acquaintance with the membership body, please stop by the Nominating Committee table before and after chapter meetings to say hello and
allow us to share with you the duties of upcoming leadership positions that we will vote on toward the end of the
year.
Don’t forget to RSVP to Soror Joyce Brooks for the upcoming Jewels Lunch/Bingo that will be held on May 17,
2014. We’re looking forward to a great time.
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY AND HAPPY SPRING!
♫
DGS Committee
Music Committee
Congratulations again to our newest Chapter jewels. If
you have reached “jewel” status, please let us know so
that your name can be added to our jewels listing. As a
reminder, sorors, you have to be recognized by the Corporate Office (i.e., applied for and in receipt of your jewel
certificate/medallion). You can now download the application form from the Chapter’s website. For assistance,
contact any member of the committee.
Sorors Essie Matthews & Veronica Jackson, Co-Chairmen
BOULE MASS CHOIR 2014
If you registered to be part of the Boulé Mass Choir online
or mailed a registration form to the Corporate Office, you
should have received your music packet by now. Kindly
Special thanks to Soror Monique Robinson for her awesome assistance with decorating the hotel room doors of
our new jewels at the Regional Conference.
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Jewels at the 61st Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference
Golden Soror Carolyn Rowe
Silver Stars Martha Conner, Vendella Jordan,
Darlena Ricks, Yvonne Thomas Jackson
Golden Soror Virginia Graves
Silver Star Soror Darlena Ricks
Celebrates 25 Years
Golden Soror Carolyn Rowe
Celebrates 50 Years
Golden Soror Shirley Taylor
Silver Star Linda Newman
Golden Soror Deloris Evans
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Soror Angela Turner, Chairman
Soror Chiquita King, Co Chairman
NPHC—NoVA Committee
The Northern Virginia National Pan-Hellenic Council hosted its first Game Night/Fish Fry on Friday, April 11, 2014
at the Kappa Facility in Alexandria, Virginia. The event
was attended by members of all of the Greek-letter organizations, and a great time was had by all.
Omicron Zeta Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. will host its Blue and White Scholarship Ball
on May 17, 2014 from 6:30 p.m. until at the Fort Belvoir
Officers’ Club. The host will be Brother Jay Anthony
Brown from the Tom Joyner Morning Show. Tickets are
$75.00. For additional information, please visit
www.ozs1914.org.
The next fundraiser will be a Movie Night to be held in
May. The featured movie will be “Think Like a Man Too,”
and the date will be June 20, 2014. A time has not been
determined yet but will be communicated as soon as it is
set. Tickets will be $12 and will be available after May 1,
2014. For additional information, please contact Sorors
Chiquita King or Angela Turner.
The Prince William Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma
Theta Sorority, Inc. will host a Greek Fest and Step
Show on June 7, 2014 from 5:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. at Kings
Dominion. The cost is $50.00 and includes park admission, step show admission, parking and buffet meal. The
park opens at 10:00 a.m. and the buffet will be available
from 3:30-5:00pm. For tickets, please visit
www.kingsdominion.com and use password DELTA1913.
For step team registration, please visit greekfest@pwcacdst.org.
Please save the date! Sunday June 22, 2014 is the date
of the Annual Northern Virginia National Pan-Hellenic
Council Cookout. The event will be held at Anderson
Park at Fort Belvoir from 2:00-7:00 p.m. Additional details will be provided at a later date.
Xi Alpha Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. will host its annual Black and Gold Ball on June
21, 2014 at the McLean Hilton Tysons Corner in McLean,
Virginia. For additional information, please contact Brother Desmond Rice at ricedesmond@gmail.com.
The following is a list of activities that will be hosted by
Pan-Hellenic Member Organizations during the coming
months:
Fairfax Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority,
Inc. will host its 5th Annual Golf Tournament on May 2,
2014 at Reston National Golf Club. The price is $125.00.
For additional information, please visit
www.FCACGOLF.info or call (703) 802-2197.
Iota Epsilon Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho
Sorority, Inc. will host its Golden Summer Jam on June
28, 2014 at the Fort Myer Community Center Ballroom.
The cost is $20.00. For additional information, please
contact Soror Lisa Savage at prettynblue22@yahoo.com
or visit www.goldensummerjam.eventbrite.com.
Nu Xi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and
Theta Tau Sigma Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. in conjunction with AARP will host a Caregiver
Workshop on May 17, 2014 at the Charles Beatley Library, 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, Virginia. The event
will be held from 10:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Light refreshments
will be served, and there will be a $50 Raffle, giveaways,
and more.
The meetings of the Northern Virginia National PanHellenic Council are held on the First Tuesday of each
month unless otherwise specified at the Nannie J. Lee
Community Center.
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2014 Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Gallery
Sorors Doretta Davis, Rochelle A. Brown,
Valerie Flournoy
Soror Joyce Henderson,
International Standards Committee Chairman;
Soror Lula Lang-Jeter, former Supreme Tamiouchos
Mid-Atlantic Regional Director, Soror Linda H. Gilliam
Delegates - Sorors Katrina Moss, Sherry Billingsley
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2014 Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference - Awards
History Book Award
Soror Shirley Taylor, Chairman (center)
Soror Kendra Gillespie, Basileus, and Soror Rhonda Luss, Anti-Basileus,
accept EAF Silver Level Recognition Award
Presented by Soror Linda H. Gilliam, Mid-Atlantic Regional Director and
Soror Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson, First Supreme-Anti-Basileus
Sorors LaFrances Williams, Mid-Atlantic Representative to the
International Nominating Committee, Soror Kendra Gillespie,
Basileus, Soror Barbara Bellamy
Soror Crystal Lander accepts Leah K. Frazier
Leadership with a Global Perspective Award
Soror Barbara Bellamy accepts Barbara K. Phillips
Leadership Development Award
Soror LaFrances Williams accepts Graduate
Leadership Award
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2014 Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Gallery
Soror Joyce Henderson, International Standards Committee
Chairman, Soror Linda Gilliam, MARD
Soror AdéLeaka Gore, Former Second Supreme Anti-Basileus,
Soror Clara Hines, 14th MARD, Soror Joyce Henderson
Soror Cassandra Borden, Soror Angie Martin
Soror Taylor Moon, Soror Joyce Henderson, Soror Brianna Gray
Sorors VaShawn Guice Veal and Amirah Salaam with
Soror Marian Harvey - Xi Upsilon Omega
Soror Linda H. Gilliam, MARD and Former MARDs
Soror Linda H. Gilliam,
Mid-Atlantic Regional Director (MARD)
Sorors Vendella Jordon, Veronica Minor, Mathelle Lee
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2014 Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference Gallery
Sorors Kendra Gillespie, Basileus, and
Soror April Wiggs, Basileus, Psi Rho Omega
Sorors Kendra Gillespie, Basileus, and Veronica Minor
Sorors Brenda Lamberson-Sias, Shirley Taylor,
Deborah Wilson
13th Mid-Atlantic Regional Director (MARD), Soror Doris Asbury;
Soror Joyce Henderson; 15th MARD, Soror Caroline Lattimore
Sorors Irma Bogan, Beverly Ferguson, Patricia Wallace, June Monterio
62nd MARC WELCOME
Sorors VaShawn Guice Veal (left)
Rhonda Luss, Anti-Basileus, ZXΩ (right)
Sorors Gayle Terry, MAR, Parliamentarian; 13th MARD, Doris
Asbury; Michelle Jones, Immediate Past Basileus, ZXΩ
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Chapter Venues and Directions
General Membership meetings (GMM) are held on the first Saturday of the month, 10:00 AM at the Lee Center (LC)
located at 1108 Jefferson St., Alexandria, VA -- From 495, take the US Route 1 exit towards Alexandria/Arlington,
exit 177B. Continue on S. Patrick St., turn left on Gibbons St., turn left on S. Fayette St., turn left on Jefferson St.
(parking - end of S. Fayette St.).
Executive Committee meetings are held on the Thursdays prior to the GMM, at the Charles Houston Recreation
Center (7:00 PM).
Alfred Street Baptist Church (ASBC) - 301 S. Alfred St, Alexandria, VA -- From 495, take the US Route 1, Alexandria (Old Town)
exit, Continue on Route 1 (S. Patrick St.) to Duke St. — on the right on the corner of Duke and Patrick.
Alexandria Police Department (APD) — 3600 Wheeler Avenue, Alexandria, VA — Off of Duke St.; near Quaker Lane.
Charles Beatley Library (CBL) - 5005 Duke Street, Alexandria, VA -- On the north side of Duke Street, east of Pickett Street, south
of the Old Holmes Run Channel and directly across from the old Cameron Station.
Charles Houston Recreation Center (CHC) - 901 Wythe St., Alexandria, VA -- From 495, take the US Route 1, Alexandria (Old
Town) exit, Continue on Route 1 (S. Patrick St.) to Wythe St. — make a right at the corner.
Durant Recreation Center (DRC)—1605 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA -- Merge onto I-495S/I95S/Beltway towards Alex. VA/
Richmond VA . Take US-1 N exit-Exit 177B toward Alex. Make slight right onto S. Patrick; left on Cameron Street.
Franconia Governmental Center (FG) - 6121 Franconia Rd., Alexandria, VA -- From 495, take the Van Dorn Street exit towards
Franconia, turn Right on S. Van Dorn Street, turn right on Franconia Rd., make a U-turn on Valley View Drive onto Franconia Rd.
George Washington Middle School (GWMS) — 1005 Mt. Vernon Avenue, Alexandria, VA -- From 495S, take the US-1 N exit-177B
-towards Alex. Make slight right onto S Patrick St./US1 N. Turn LEFT onto King St. Turn RIGHT onto N. West St. Turn LEFT onto E.
Braddock Rd. Turn RIGHT onto Mt. Vernon Ave.
Lee Center (LC) - 1108 Jefferson St., Alexandria, VA -- From 495, take the US Route 1 exit towards Alexandria/Arlington, exit 177B.
Continue on S. Patrick St., turn Left on Wilkes St., turn left on S. Fayette St., turn left on Jefferson St.
Minnie Howard School (MH) - 3801 W. Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA -- From 395, take the King Street East exit, turn right on
Quaker Lane and right on W. Braddock Road.
Mount Vernon Recreation Center (MTV) -- 2701 Commonwealth Avenue, Alexandria, VA -- From 495, take Route 1 North over the
Monroe street bridge. Make a left on Monroe Street to Mt. Vernon Avenue. Make a right on Mt. Vernon Avenue to E. Uhler and
make a left. Make a right on Commonwealth Avenue. From Washington DC, take Route 1 south to E. Clifford Street and make a
right. Make a left on Commonwealth Avenue. Make a U-Turn on Commonwealth because the center is on the other side.
NRECA Conference Center (NRECA) - 4301 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22203 From I-66 East, take Exit 71; (Fairfax Drive); turn
right onto Taylor St. From DC: Take 14th St. Bridge; exit to Route 110 N.; follow signs for I-66 West; take Glebe Rd./Ballston exit;
turn left onto Glebe Road; turn left onto Fairfax Drive; turn right on Taylor Street.
Saint John’s Baptist Church (SJ) -- 1905 Columbia Pike, Arlington, VA -- From 395, take exit #8A towards Ridge Road, follow Columbia Pike/VA 244 exit towards Baileys Cross Roads, turn right on Columbia Pike. Continue on Columbia Pike for two blocks.
Church is on the right.
Samuel Tucker Elementary School (STE) -- 435 Ferdinand Day Drive, Alexandria, VA -- From 495, take the Van Dorn exit toward
Franconia. Turn left on S. Van Dorn St.; right onto S. Pickett St.; right onto Cameron Station Blvd.; right onto Harold Secord St.; right
onto Ferdinand Day Drive.
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
Zeta Chi Omega Chapter
P.O. Box 25763
Alexandria, Virginia 22313
Email address:
zetachiomega@gmail.com
Website:
www.aka-zco.org
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Basileus, Kendra Gillespie
Archivist, Monique Robinson
Anti-Basileus, Rhonda Luss
Scholarship Committee, Diann Burns
Grammateus, Katrina Anwar
Connection Committee, Gretchen Johnson
Anti-Grammateus, Chiquita King
Membership Committee, Cora King
Tamiouchos, Robin McCoy
Standards Committee, Vanessa Jackson
Pecunious Grammateus, Crystal Lander
Awards Committee, Carla Haynes Harper
Anti-Pecunious Grammateus, Katrina Moss
Contracts Committee, Irma Bogan
Epistoleus, Gloria Bell
Protocol Committee, Bonnie Jones-Moon
Parliamentarian, Hazel Cameron
Technology Committee, Nekia Freeman
Ivy Leaf Reporter, Patricia Harris Thomas
Nominating Committee: Yvette Darnaby, Chairman
Hazel Cameron
Shi Evans
Caroline Howard
Geraldine Howell
Stephanie Harrison Hubbard
Cora King
Whitney Majette
Patricia Harris Thomas
Hodegos, Melanie Henderson
Graduate Advisor, Tiffany Montgomery
Philacter, Sherry Billingsley
Immediate Past Basileus, Michelle M. Jones
The Ivyette
Editor:
Production Staff:
Gloria Bell (contactgloria@verizon.net)
C. Starr Garrett
Patricia Wallace