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DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC.

Johnston County Alumnae Chapter Announces

“AnEvening ofElegance

WithCultured Pearls”

2016 -2017 JABBERWOCK DEBUTANTE SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Johnston County Alumnae ChapterDelta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated

2016 – 2017 Jabberwock Program

Jabberwock Application Page 1

Evelyn Lane

Greetings Dear Prospective Jabberwock Participant!

The Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated (JCAC) is proud to present the 2016 -2017 Jabberwock Program. Jabberwock is an opportunity to engage young women in our local community in a youth program that teaches the significance of sisterhood, scholarship, and service.

The founders of the sorority wanted to use their collective strength to promote academic excellence; to provide scholarships; to provide support to the underserved; to educate and stimulate participation in the establishment of positive public policy; and to highlight issues and provide solutions for problems in their communities. Therefore, in 1925, Delta presented Jabberwock as a national program to reflect the sorority's commitment to academic and cultural enrichment for female youth in local communities.

Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., welcomes participants and their families to join our local Jabberwock program and embrace the Jabberwock theme of "An Evening of Elegance with Cultured Pearls”. Our program will provide an eight Month curriculum that includes educational, cultural, community service, and self-enrichment activities and programs. The program will conclude with a traditional Jabberwock Debutante Program and scholarship awards!

I invite you to review the Jabberwock Application to understand more about JCAC and the Jabberwock Program. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Jabberwock Program Chairs, Mrs. Cheryl Harrington or Mrs. Pandora Pearson.

Thank you for your interest in the Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., Jabberwock Program! We look forward to meeting you soon!

Sincerely,

Evelyn Sanders, PresidentJohnston County Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.




TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. Introduction………………………………………………………………………………………………

II. Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (JCAC)......................

III. Jabberwock Program………………………………………………………………………………..... A. Program Workshops…………………………………………………………………………...B. Other Jabberwock Program Activities………………………………………………………...…...C. Jabberwock Cotillion..………………………………………………………………………….…....D. Jabberwock Competition……………………………………………………………………….…..

IV. Eligibility Requirements…..…………………………………………………………………….….....

V. Jabberwock Application




I. Introduction

JCAC presents the 2016 -2017 Jabberwock Program – an eight month program designed to promote academic excellence, community service, and cultural enrichment for young ladies between the ages 16 to 18.

Jabberwock is a traditional expansion program of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. that was conceived in 1925 at the Iota Chapter in Boston, Massachusetts by sorority member Ms. Marion Hope Conover. In an interpretation of the immortal classic, "Alice in Wonderland," Lewis Carroll created the delightful character known as "Jabberwock" who summoned all of the creatures in the kingdom to perform a gala event. Ms. Hope creatively recalled this mystical character when faced with the challenge of devising plans for a fundraising project. Conceptualized as a musical variety show that consisted of skits and dances, the Jabberwock has since evolved into a more diverse program that continues to raise funds for scholarships and other Delta Sigma Theta sponsored public service projects. The word Jabberwock - copyrighted by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. on December 28, 1947 - has evolved in its symbolism over the past years. It now represents an evening of elegance and entertainment that showcases the gifts and talents of the young women participating in the program while advancing the goals and objectives of Delta's scholarship program.

Today, Jabberwock’s are held by chapters all over the country as a signature event. Since its inception, Jabberwock has supported the development of thousands of young women and produced millions of fundraising dollars.

JCAC is proud and inspired to continue the legacy of the Jabberwock Program to support development of young people in the local community. The purpose of the JCAC Jabberwock Program is:

• To promote academic excellence, community service, and cultural exposure for female youth in Johnston County;

• To support the mission of the sorority and the sorority’s FIVE point programmatic thrust;• To raise funds for scholarships, programs and community service initiatives.

This document is the official JCAC 2016- 2017 Jabberwock Application. It describes and or explains the following:

• Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.• Jabberwock Program Components• Jabberwock Eligibility Requirements• Required Forms and Documentation• Jabberwock Program Contacts and Liaisons• Jabberwock Application Checklist

The Johnston County Alumnae Chapter is a public, not-for-profit organization that operates exclusively for charitable and educational purposes and serves as a funding source for JCAC programs, community service projects, and scholarships.




II. Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. (JCAC) JCAC is the local chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is a private, non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide assistance and support through established programs in local communities throughout the world. A sisterhood of more than 200,000 predominately Black college educated women; the Sorority currently has over 900 chapters located in the United States, England, Japan (Tokyo and Okinawa), Germany, the Virgin Islands, Bermuda, the Bahamas and the Republic of Korea.

The major programs of the sorority are based upon the organization's Five Point ProgrammaticThrust:

• Economic Development• Educational Development• International Awareness and Involvement• Physical and Mental Health• Political Awareness and Involvement

Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority received its Charter on April 27, 2003. The charter members were: Evelyn Lane Sanders, Gloria Durham Lovett, Mary Spruill Windley, Georgianna Coles McLean, Bayetta Blackmore McNeill, Arlean Brooks, Shirley Oneal Cohen, Earlona S. Davis, Tamara Watson Barbour, Vertna Judkins DeVine, Vivian Hill Williams, and Mabel Y. Watson.

JCAC serves the Johnston County area. The chapter is a sisterhood of women who are committed to education, public service, and dedicated to offering community programs.

For more information regarding JCAC history, programs, and events, visit us at: johnstoncountydeltas.com

The 2016 -2017 JABBERWOCK COMMITTEE

Cheryl Harrington, Co-Chair.Pandora Pearson, Co-Chair.

Mary RaynorMarsha GranthamYolanda Coleman

Alfreda BryantJoyce HarperVertna DeVine

http://johnstoncountydeltas.com/history.html


2016 – 2017 Jabberwock ProgramDelta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated


III. Jabberwock Program

The JCAC Jabberwock Program consists of eight program components that support the sorority's mission and five point programmatic thrust. Each component is strategically planned to integrate relevant youth challenges, issues and concerns with practical solutions, techniques, and life skills to enhance young adult development.

The program includes the following components:

# Program Component

Descriptionnnn

1 OrientationThe Jabberwock Program Orientation is a comprehensive introduction to JCAC and the Jabberwock Program. The JCAC Chapter President, and sorority members officially welcome the participants and their parents

2Fundraising Workshop

& Seminar

The Jabberwock Fundraising Workshop & Seminar will teach the Jabberwock participants the most appropriate way to identify, ask, and receive Jabberwock funds from supporters. The workshop & seminar will also review the Jabberwock Finances and Collection of Fees forms.

3Monthly

SectionalWorkshops

The Jabberwock Monthly Program Workshops are designed as seminars with formal instruction and or facilitation to create an exciting cultural, educational, and social experience for the participants. Workshop topics are designed to support each of the sorority's Five Point Programmatic Thrust and may include speakers/ panelists, interactive team assignments, and take home assignments to build upon workshop lessons.

4 Educational Field Trips

The Jabberwock Educational Trips will provide participants with firsthand experience related to education and African American history. The trips will provide unique opportunities for learning that are not available within the traditional session environment.

5 Cultural Events The Jabberwock Cultural Events provide participants exposure to social and multi-ethnic experiences. The events will provide unique opportunities for community and interpersonal development.

6Community

ServiceProjects

The Jabberwock participants will plan, coordinate, and implement a community service project with JCAC sorority members. The Jabberwock Community Service Project will support one of JCAC's local initiatives.

7 Mother, Father & Escort: Etiquette

Session

The Jabberwock Mother; Father & Escorts session is an opportunity for Jabberwock participants to learn the social skills, personal style and etiquette that may encourage confidence and self-esteem. Discussion will include grooming, the importance of handshake, introductions and conversations, telephone manners, and simple courtesies.

8 Jabberwock Debutante Social Event

The Jabberwock Debutant Social is an elegant event that celebrates the accomplishments of the participants and culminates the months of preparation in their social skills and personal growth.


2016 2017 Jabberwock Program


A. Program Workshops

Jabberwock monthly program workshops are designed seminars with formal instruction and or facilitation. Workshop topics are designed to support each of the sorority's Five Point Programmatic Thrust and include:

• Physical & Mental Health promotes community and individual wellness through focused prevention including fitness, healthy eating, and access to affordable healthcare.

• Educational Development promotes academic excellence of children including early childhood literacy, before and after school programs, and scholarships for college education.

• Economic Development promotes financial literacy, and entrepreneurship

• International Awareness & Involvement promotes awareness of international history, issues, people, and cultural experiences.

• Political Awareness & Involvement advocates improving the quality of life through active participation in the community and public service including voting, voter education, and participation in public policy initiatives.

The monthly program workshops will include presentations by local community organizations or community residents. The workshops will offer written, visual, and interactive activities.

B. Other Jabberwock Program Activities

Other Jabberwock program activities will include Etiquette and Social Graces, Cultural, Life Skills and Self Esteem activities. The Jabberwock educational and cultural activities will provide participants with firsthand experience related to educational events both current and historical. The activities and events will provide unique opportunities for learning that are not available within the traditional classroom environment.

C. Jabberwock Debutante Social

The Jabberwock Debutant is an elegant evening that celebrates the accomplishments of the participants and culminates the months of preparation in their social skills and personal growth. Participants are escorted and presented to their family. During the Debutant, participants compete for scholarships, prizes and awards based on their participation and fundraising efforts.


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D. Jabberwock Competition

The winners of the Jabberwock Program are determined by a fundraising competition between Jabberwock participants. The participant who raises the most funds will place as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. However, all participants will be awarded scholarship funds predetermined by the percentages set by the Jabberwock Program Committee. See the table below to understand what each participant and winner will receive.

Each participant must raise a minimum of $ 500.00 to be presented as Jabberwock Debutante.

Funds Raised Percentage of Funds Distributed

$9000.00 and over At least 75 % of the funds raised by contestant

$6000.00 up to $8,999.00

At least 70 % of the funds raised by contestant

$3000.00 up to $5999.00

At least 65 % of the funds raised by contestant

$1000.00up to$2999.00

At least 55% of the funds raised by contestant

$100.00up to$999.00

At least 40% of the funds raised by contestant

IV. Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for participation in the 2016 -2017 Jabberwock Program, all participants must adhere to the following requirements:

• Miss Jabberwock: Be a female between the ages 16 and 18• Have at least a 2.50 GPA• Applicants MUST include a copy of your most recently issued report card.• Include one Letter of Recommendation from a Teacher, Counselor, or Community

Resident• Include a recent photograph

Escorts:• Have at least a 2.50 GPA

Will be responsible for tuxedo rental. Details will be forthcoming on places and cost of rental.

• Must attend Jabberwock practice and rehearsals.




All required paperwork must be mailed to the following address and must be delivered or postmarked by October 28, 2016.

Johnston County Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.

ATTENTION: Jabberwock ProgramPost Office Box 2216 Smithfield, NC 27577

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact any of the 2016 -2017 Jabberwock Committee members.

Cheryl O. Harrington (252)339-1267 [email protected] Pearson (919)741-0410 [email protected] Raynor (919)631-5624 [email protected] Grantham (919)673-7188 [email protected] Coleman (919)631-4366 [email protected] Bryant (919)302-1909 [email protected] Harper (919)879-6073 [email protected] Devine (919)376-7819 [email protected]

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V. JABBERWOCK APPLICATION1. Full Name:

(First) (Middle) (Last)

2. Home Address:

(Street)

(City) (State) (Zip Code)

3. Email Address

4. Home Phone Number: 5. Cell Phone Number:

6. Date of Birth:

7. School: 8. Classification:

School Address:

(Street) (City) (State) (Zip Code)

8. Activities, Organizations, Honors:

9. Career Ambitions:

Applicant’s Signature

Parent/Guardian’s Signature(Date)

Please indicate your T-shirt size below (unisex sizes)(Date)

□ XS □ S □ M □ L □ XL □ 2XL □ 3XL




Release of Liability 2016 -2017

Dear Jabberwock Parent:

Your daughter has expressed an interest in participation in the Jabberwock Program established by the Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., As a participant in the Jabberwock Program; your daughter may participate in a number of activities and field trips. Members of the Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. will serve as chaperones by accompanying the group and/ or individual on each field trip or activity.

If you approve of your daughter participating in these scheduled activities and field trips, it is required that you complete and sign the bottom of this form and return it to the address listed on the cover letter. Parent approval will NOT be accepted by phone.

Jabberwock Committee Co-Chairpersons Chapter PresidentCheryl Harrington Evelyn SandersPandora Pearson

This is to certify that my daughter has my permission to participate in the scheduled activities and / or field trips with Jabberwock Program. By signing this form I, being the parent and or responsible party, release Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., of any liability and I will be responsible for all of her actions while involved in scheduled activities.

In the event of an emergency, I may be reached at or If I cannot be reached here are the name and number of the next responsible party.

Name: Telephone:

Date: Signature of Parent/Guardian




Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.Johnston County Alumnae Chapter2016 - 2017 Jabberwock Program

Miss Jabberwock Participant Letter of Commitment/ Intent 2016 -2017

I, , as a participant in the JCAC Jabberwock 2016 - 2017, Program, agree to the following terms:

I will maintain my good moral character and good standing within my school and community as stated in the requirements for contestant selection.

I understand that all monies raised and collected as a Jabberwock contestant will be turned in to the Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., All monies and checks will be turned in at least every two weeks. I understand that March 25th, 2017 is the absolute last date that personal checks will be accepted and the final collection day for competition purposed. All monies turned in after that date must be in the form of a certified check or cash. All funds raised or received after the final collection date must be turned into the Sorority and these monies will not count toward competition. I also understand that I must raise a minimum of $500.00 to be presented at the Jabberwock Debutante.

I understand that the scholarship distribution for the Jabberwock Program will be as follows:

$ 9000.00 and over: at least 75% of the funds raised by contestant$ 6000.00 up to $8000.00: at least 70% of the funds raised by contestant$ 3000.00 up to $ 5999.00 at least 65% of the funds raised by contestant$ 1000.00 up to $ 2999.00 at least 55% of the funds raised by contestant$ 100.00 up to $999.00 at least 40% of the funds raised by contestant

I understand that:1) If I withdraw from the Jabberwock Program, I will advise the Jabberwock Chairperson

in writing. Additionally, I understand that all funds collected by me for the Jabberwock belongs to the Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc., and will be distributed as outlined above.

2) This is an application of consideration and therefore my acceptance is not guaranteed.

I agree to participate in all Jabberwock Programs and activities and rehearsals. If circumstances deem it necessary to miss an activity, I will contact the chairperson within 48 hours of the activity. I understand that my participation in the activities of the Jabberwock Program is very important to its success. Please sign below:

Miss Jabberwock Contestant

Miss Jabberwock Contestant Parent/Guardian




Sample Sponsorship Letter

Your Letterhead

Dear ( )

I am writing to request that you and (Company Name) become my sponsor for the Johnston County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. biennial Jabberwock Program. The chapter held its first event in 2007. It was a great success.

This year, I am one of ________ young ladies from Johnston County and surrounding areas who is contending for the title of Miss Jabberwock 2016 -2017. Currently, we are experiencing educational, cultural and community service activities until the culminating event which is the debutante. The Jabberwock has been a part of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority’s educational development program for more than eighty years. The first Jabberwock was conceptualized by Delta member Marian G. Conover Hope as a fundraiser. Today, the Jabberwock has evolved into a more diverse program and continues to raise funds for scholarships for young ladies like myself in the program. You can learn more about the chapter at www.johnstoncountydeltas.com.

The program will be held on Saturday, April 30, 2017 at the Clayton Center, seven o’clock in the evening. Your generosity would be highlighted by a listing of your name and/or company name in the program booklet at the following sponsorship levels:

Platinum - $150 Gold - $100-149 Silver - $50-99 Bronze - $25-49 Patron - $1-24

You and any other representatives of (Name of Company) would be most welcome to attend, so that I can personally thank you for your support.

I will benefit with scholarship support because of your tremendous generosity. I will call you in a few days to see if you are interested or you may reach me or my family at (Phone Number). I look forward to touching base with you. Thank you in advance for considering this request.

Sincerely,

(Your Name)

SPONSOR LIST

http://www.johnstoncountydeltas.com/




NAME ADDRESS EMAIL/PHONE NO.


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