As we embark on tonight’s presentation of twenty-three beautiful and gracious young women we are in awe of the essence of reigning in royalty. According to the Bible, Hebrew translation of the work reign means royal dignity. As history reminds us, we are descendants of queens in Africa! Therefore, there are standards in African beauty and royalty. Since the beginning, beauty has been essential to African culture and society. Beauty both reflects and constitutes social values, power differentials and personal agency. African royal rituals can illuminate the social contexts in various communities and are often connected to rites of passage for females. Africa American women use beauty, fashion, determination, strong will and other aesthetics to challenge, navigate and celebrate social and cultural norms. We rely on our God given talents to crack glass ceilings that are normally not afforded to us. We continuously face roadblocks and challenges with grace and dignity because we realize who we are and whose we are; never forgetting we Reign in Royalty.
Congratulations Daughter DEBUTANTE AMANI WILLIAMS
My Dearest Amani,
Congratulations on this wonderful milestone! Through the years, I’ve watched you grow, learn, and evolve, but one thing has always remained the same—you are, and will always be, my Peace &, Beautiful Work of Art. We named you with intention, and I’m so proud that your inner beauty, kind heart, and endless curiosity shine brighter than any outward portrait. As you step into this next stage of life, hold tight to your faith, commitment, and the incredible courage you’ve always had to make a difference wherever you go.
With all my love,
Mom
CONGRATULATIONS DEBUTANTE VALYNN JONES Your heart of gold shines brightly, and your unwavering commitment to greatness is truly inspiring. Remember to keep God first in all that you do. As Jeremiah 29:11 reminds us, He has plans to prosper you, to give you hope, and to shape a bright future for you. We send our love and support from Dad, Mama and Brother. Derrick, Venetia and Dorian Jones
We are so proud of you!
Table of Contents
Foundation Facts & History Board of Directors and Members Scholarship Committee
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Welcome Letters Meet Our Emcee "Reign in Royalty" Order of Program
Introduction of Debutantes Debutante Addison Williams Debutante Amani Williams Debutante Amaya Grundy Debutante A’ Maya Knight Debutante Aniston Smith Debutante Audrey Dungey Debutante Bailey Coleman Debutante Brionee’ Minor Debutante Kennedy Houston Debutante Lillian Stoglin Debutante McKayla Dawson Debutante Rayven Smith Debutante Sanaa Green Debutante Simone Whitfield Debutante Tania Barnes Debutante Taylor Crockett Debutante Tiana Winfield Debutante Tonnie Nelson Debutante Valynn Jones Debutante Willow Bowie Debutante Zariah Gholston Debutante Zariyah Anderson Debutante Zoe Yeboah
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2024 Coterie of Debutantes
FOUNDATION FACTS & HISTORY The Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education (501c3) was formed in 2004 by members of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Xi Theta Omega Chapter, to increase its commitment to the Arlington community with educational and scholarship opportunities. The Foundation also sponsors numerous activities that benefit the community. Honorable Elzie Odom Leader of Tomorrow Scholarship – Annual scholarship awarded each year to a young man, who is a senior in high school within Tarrant County, exhibits high scholastic standards and leadership qualities and plans to attend a college or university.
YES (Youth Education Success) Summit - An annual event sponsored in conjunction with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Xi Theta Omega Chapter, the University of Texas at Arlington, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., and many other community service organizations. The Youth Summit is designed to expose today’s youth (7th-12th grades) in the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex to education, college preparation, and leadership skills through interactive workshops and self-assessment tools. Winter Emerald & Gold Scholarship Ball and Debutante Presentation – This signature event of the Foundation, in partnership with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Xi Theta Omega Chapter, provides young ladies who are seniors in
The Foundation sponsors or co-sponsors various activities on an annual basis that impact the Arlington community, to include: The Arlington Family Expo – Annual event structured to give the members of the Arlington community a forum to increase their knowledge of wealth building, home buying, health issues, entrepreneurship opportunities, and educational advancement through various workshops and vendors. This event is sponsored in conjunction with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Xi Theta Omega Chapter and Arlington ISD. Dr. Barbara Odom-Wesley Spirit of Achievement Scholarship – Annual scholarship awarded to a young lady who is a senior in high school within Tarrant County, exhibits high scholastic standards and leadership qualities, and plans to attend a college or university.
high school with college scholarships and opportunities to develop and grow through
workshops that push them to become young women who will go into society and make a difference.
2024 Board of Directors
2024 Board of Directors
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY INC. ®, XI THETA OMEGA CHAPTER MEMBERS ARLINGTON FOUNDATION FOR EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION & Diana Sumberlin
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Veronica Carrion YTamara Crawford Terri Criner-Braswell Amber Dandridge-Holmes
BQueenet Iwu LaJada Jackson Ruth Jackson Tameka Jackson Tiara Jackson Tomica Jackson Chelsea Jeffers Tamara Jeffries Adrienne Jennings Andrea Johnson Brittany Johnson Brittney Johnson Candy Johnson Danielle Johnson Danté Johnson
CBarbara Odom-Wesley Janiece "Nikki" Okpuzor
Raquel Sutton Shamica Sweat Tiffany Sydnor Valerie Tagoe Shaylea Tave Anita Taylor Cheron Taylor Carissa Teal
Lyana Owens Kyndra Palmer Lesa Pamplin Allie Parks Yolanda Parks Rachel Parsons Bridget Peaco Victoria Peaco Angie Peavy
Alfreda Davis Esinam Davis Kynara Davis Latisha Davis Nora Davis Jade Deckard Jasmine Deckard Linda Delley
Jamila Thomas Pamela Thomas Lisa Thompson Reecia Thompson-Stoglin Cerissa Tillman Myla English Tolbert Andrea Torrey Carmille Turner Derica Turner Misha Hamilton Turner
Victoria Peters Sheltonia Polk Mary Potts Tenisha Polk Potts Labeebah Powe Gayle Powell-Cleary Javaun Price Tomi Price Ashley Quigley Erika Rabb Zelmarian Ready Evonne Reed Sara Rice Angela Richard Lakona Richardson Aja Robbins Brittany "Britt" Robbins Carmen Roberson Joyce Roberson Katrina Roberson Keonna Roberts Patricia Roberts Ava Robinson Jessica Robinson Melanie Rose Carmen Rossom Charles
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Duwana Johnson Monica Johnson Toya Johnson Sharretha Johnson-Hinton Alicia Jones Amenze Jones
Amaris Tutt Tamika Tutt Brandy Tyson
Doris Jones Ereka Jones Sherri Jones Mesharn Joseph Treva Joseph Stacey Jourdain
Carolyn Upshaw-Ellis Tiffany Vance Murphy Erica Varner
Mollie Wagner Helen Waiters Jade Walker Korryn Walker Melody Walls Karen Walton Alice Ward Shureka Ward
Danielle Kahn Denise Kahn Quanika Kenney Sandra Keys Kenesha Kinney Jennifer Lawson-Hill Allia Lewis China Lewis Vanessa Lewis Rachel Lewis Julia Lewis-Russell Kierra Lloyd-Fernandez Jean Lofton Rekita Justice Logan Kim Lott Zaakira Lovett Symphony Lowe Kimberly Macon Tamla Marion Lashay Lyle Marshall Eddilisa Martin Kimberly Mathis Chasity Maxie Angela Maxwell Marva Maynard-Walter Stacey McCampbell Marquita McCullum Madelyn McDowell-Butler Maleshia McGinnis Jazzella McKeel Latonia Merrell Kristine Middleton-Wine
Nedra Ervin Felisa Evans Lachel Fontenot Barbara Fontenot-Vasquez Brenda Ford Cheryl Foster Jordan Francis Ronetta Francis Tremendous Francisco Chloe Frazier Tamara Gaffney Kellie Garner Jill Gary Rhonda Gilbert Eboni Goff Phylisha Gold
Markeba Warfield Tolya Washington Dorothy Watts Vicki Weldon Kaila Wherry Tomineka Whitaker Marcia White Rozica White April Whitehead Terresha (Terri) Wiley Marla Wilkerson Andrea Wilkinson Alexis Williams Audrey Williams Charmaine Williams Cyntoria Williams Ella Williams Erica Williams Monique Williams Sheila Williams Sivon Williams Zameika Williams Ondrea Willis Brandi Wilson Tywona Wilson Sheena Winkfield Arnelle Woods Rubye Farrah Woods
Leavetta Sasser Ayanna Satcher Christina Satcher Khirstian Satcher Kimberly Scioneaux
Cassandra Scott Deyonna Scott
Jaquasia Golden Shannon Gooch Kenyian Goodacre Tequila Grace Jillian Gray Tina Green Alice Green-Rogers Sh'quai Guess Maria Guevara Phelesa Guy Kendra Hall-Banks Fa'Shay "Shay" Halley Toccora Hardy Jami Hamilton Harris Katrina "Trina" Harris Sparkle Harris Jennifer Hawthorne Chrishelle Hemphill Paige Henderson Sathya Henderson
Kenitra Scott Sabrina Shaw Melanie Shelby Glenda Shelby-Reynolds Courtney Shorts Kyanna Silas Nicole Simmons Jeneen Sims Meah Sims Melaniece Slone Annie Smith Deborah Smith Diann Smith
Le'Brittany Smith Shermetre Smith Tuesday Smith Victoria Smith Vickie Smith-Ferrell
Amber Miller Camille Miller Felicia Miller Tonya Miller Dione Mitchell Jayla Moore
Ruby Woolridge Breanna Wright Shirley Young Andrea Yowman Bethel Zehaie
Shelita Sneed Jessica Snider Vanessa Spann
Jackie Henson Kamry Henson Rhasheda Higgins Tegjula Hilburn Tracie Hill Jocelyn Hobdy Shalonda Holloman-Brooks
LaQuisha Moore Marquita Moore Trinette Moore Deasharea Morris Shaunda Morrow
Ellen Marie Stafford Lisa Staples-Wherry
Chakie Starling Gina Stevenson Kazzidy Stewart Latoya Stewart Millicent Stoglin Jill Strachan-Batson Melanie Strickland-Rufus Angela Strong
Alexas Collier Ayisha Collins Kim Collins Felecia Collins-Wylie Jennifer Conner Tiffany Conner Andrea Cooper A'Donna Cooper Christine Cormier Coliea Crawford
Sonya Mosley Beniann Moss Nirvanna Muhammad
Bonita Holloway Gabriela Hoo-Fatt Kendra Hood LaToya Horton Katheryn Houston Joandranett Hubbard Adrienne Hunter
Katherine Nash Stephanie Neal Michelle Nedd LaSonya Nelson Gwen Newsom
Yumeka Strother Lakeitha Stroud Beverly Sullivan
KENDRA HALL BANKS, VP SCHOLARSHIPS GWEN NEWSOM, SCHOLARSHIP CO-CHAIR SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
Debutante Scoring Chasidy Benson (Captain) Angela Richard Christina Satcher
Academic Qualifying Committee Carmille Turner (Captain) Duwana Johnson April Adams Amber Dandridge-Holmes Tamara Jeffries Sherri Jones Toccora Hardy
Debutante Ball Production Lisa Thompson (Captain) LaTarah Edmond MarQueta Clayton
Marquita McCullum Adrienne Jennings
Tuesday Smith Tywona Wilson Tina Green Myla Tolbert
Decorations Stephanie Neal (Captain) Tuesday Smith Carolyn Upshaw-Ellis Barbara Barnes Shelby Ellis
Brittany Robbins Shaunta Dennis Angela Richard Kyndra Palmer Tywona Wilson
Registration Chrystal Bryant (Captain)
LaJada Jackson Kyndra Palmer Barbara Conner Lena Burnett Tywona Wilson Sherri Jones
Barbara Conner Markisha Brown Shameka Sweat
Ella Williams Bobby Bryant
April Whitehead Khirstian Satcher April Whitehead Patricia Carey Danielle Carey Jessica Snider
Mother Daughter Tea LaTarah Edmonds (Captain ) Carmille Turner Amber Dandridge-Holmes Eboni Goff Gina Stevenson Farrah Woods Kristine Middleton-Wine
April Whitehead Tywona Wilson Lena Burnett Carmille Turner Amber Dandridge-Holmes
Awards and Recognition BTocorra Hardy (Captain)
Debutante Production Logistics Gwen Newsom (Captain) Khirstian Satcher MarQueta Clayton Kimberly Brown Vicki Bailey Marla Wilkerson
Sherri Jones Lena Burnett
Patricia Bailey Brandy Tyson
LaDonda Boswell Markisha Brown Angela Richard Tomi Price
Community Impact Katrina Butler (Captain)
Kenya Buckley Terresha Wiley
Pearl Ceremony Angela Richard (Captain)
Souvenir/E-Journal Sherri Jones (Captain) Sathya Henderson Arielle Dismuke
Community Service Eboni Goff (Captain) Shaylea Tave
Sivon Williams Carmille Turner Ronita Dickerson Stephanie Neal Helen Waiters Sherri Jones Dione Mitchelle Allia Lewis
Tamara Gaffney Carmille Turner
Curriculum Development Helen Waiters Patricia Bailey Allia Lewis Arielle Dismuke Khirstian Satcher Sponsorship/Donations Tywona Wilson Sivon Williams
Scrapbook Scoring Chrissy Cormier (Captain)
Patricia Bailey Sparkle Harris Jade Walker Errin Christian Marquita McCullum Erica Williams
KENDRA HALL BANKS, VP SCHOLARSHIPS GWEN NEWSOM, SCHOLARSHIP CO-CHAIR SCHOLARSHIP COMMITTEE
AQC Scholarship Scoring Amber Dandridge-Holmes
Debutante Mentors Sherri Jones (Captain) LaChel Fontenot
Andrea Torrey Angela Richard April Adams April Whitehead Carmille Turner Chakie Starling Danielle Carey Duwana Johnson Elrette Anderson
Toccora Hardy Felisha Battles Kimberly Brown Gina Stevenson
Dione Mitchell Tia Washington Sivon Williams Carmille Turner Jill Strachan-Batson
Errin Christian Helen Waiters Javaun Price Jessica Foxworth Snider Kendra Hall-Banks Kyndra Palmer Khirstian Satcher Labeebah Powe Lachel Fontenot LaDonda Boswell Lakona Richardson Lena Burnett Lisa Staples Wherry Patricia Bailey Patricia Carey Ruth B. Jackson Shaunte Dennis Shermetre Smith Sherri Jones Stacey McCampbell
Tegjula Hilburn Stacey Jourdain Monica Johnson Amber Dandridge-Holmes
Chakie Starling Renita Dickerson Dante Johnson Cassandra Scott
Hilary Anonyei Melanie Shelby Kristine Middleton-Wine Adrienne Jennings Shalonda Holloman-Brooks Christy Atkinson Angela Besses Angela Carlyle Chanel Holmes Ella Williams A'donna Corbin Cooper
Tamara Gaffney Tamara Jeffries Telecia Buford Tiwana Cary Tocorro Hardy Tywona Wilson
Ereka Jones Amaris Tutt
Shermetre Smith Markeba Warfield Kaila Wherry Tolya Washington Aundrea Cooper Sheena Winkfield Leavetta Sasser Tomica Jackson Tiffany Vance Carmen Charles Meah Sims Sabrina Cannon
Fa'Shay Halley Felicia Battles
TAMEKA JACKSON LETTER FROM AFEE PRESIDENT
Greeting!
On behalf of The Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education, I welcome you to our annual Winter Emerald and Gold Debutante Presentation. As a signature program and event of the Foundation, and in partnership with the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. ®, Xi Theta Omega Chapter, the program provides young ladies who are seniors in high school opportunities to develop and grow through workshops that push them to become young women who will go into society and make a difference. Since its inception, we have contributed over $400,000 in college scholarships to support education. This year’s event will “Reign in Royalty”. An evening the 2024 Coterie of Debutante, parents, escorts, other family members, and friends will remember! Twenty-three beautiful young ladies from the DFW Metroplex have excelled in academic and civic endeavors, exhibited grace, displayed charm, and extended sisterliness. With memorable milestones, such as the Mother Daughter Tea and Pearl Ceremony, culminating with the Debutante Ball; our Scholarship Committee has poured tirelessly into these young ladies as they participated in educational workshops, community service, and mentored activities designed to develop leadership skills, encourage unity, promote community service and exceed in academic excellence. Because of their diligence, and active engagement to meet eligibility criteria, we take pleasure in being able to award over $20,000 in scholarships and other recognition to the participants.
Congratulations to each darling debutante being presented this evening. We know you will look back on this experience fondly, and use these lifelong lessons in your future endeavors. Parents and supporters of these young ladies are to be commended for the love, dedication, and contribution of sacrifice made to ensure a successful presentation. We hope we have instilled a sense of networking for you within the program. AND, a very special acknowledgment to the Scholarships Committee especially to the Vice President of Scholarships Kendra Hall-Banks and Co-Chairman Gwen Newsom for a job tremendously well done! Your planning, commitment, and enthusiasm for making this season impactful show through the wonderful production of the presentation bring a true fairytale to life!
Sincerely, Tameka Jackson 2021-2024 President
LETTER FROM AFEE VP SCHOLARSHIPS
KENDRA HALL BANKS
Greetings,
On behalf the Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education in conjunction with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Xi Theta Omega Chapter, it is my pleasure and delight to present the 2024 Coterie of Debutantes at the Winter Emerald and Gold Scholarship Ball. Extensive planning and imagination have been involved in the implementation of this program. The scholarship committee has spent countless hours making sure that development sessions were planned, relative gifts were given, and the final presentation will be absolutely stellar. This debutante program has been filled with personal development and engaging experiences that will expand their possibilities in the areas of personal growth, confidence, leadership, personal relationships, and community service. We strive to make sure that memories are being made, knowledge has been obtained and a heart for community service is cultivated. On behalf of the over 375 members of the Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education, I would like to give special thanks to the Scholarship Committee for your hard work and dedication. Your passion for enhancing the lives of young ladies and providing scholarships shows the success of this program.
To the Debutantes:
It is said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. If beauty is in the eye of the beholder, then the person who is observing gets to decide what is beautiful. Who’s beautiful? Each of the 2024 Coterie of Debutantes.
As our 2024 debutante season comes to an end, I am already missing you ladies. It is my hope and prayer that I was able to orchestrate a debutante experience that you will remember for the rest of your lives. It is my fondest desire that you focus on the highlights of the past 6 months and treasure every second of it as I will. Life has taught us that nothing is perfect. Humans are imperfect and sometimes make mistakes. You should keep that in mind while striving for excellence. There will always be unexpected challenges and disappointments. Accept them and strategize a plan to find solutions. Most of all, pray. I believe that every obstacle you encounter is a learning opportunity that is meant to prepare you for the next stage of your life. Recognize it and keep moving forward.
LETTER FROM AFEE VP SCHOLARSHIPS
You are in your senior year of high school. This is the time when you are making life-changing decisions. After high school graduation, you will choose to attend different collegiate pathways. Some of you will go far away while others will remain close to home. Whatever you choose to do, it will be a time where “you think” you will be "grown", but not really. LOL. This will be the time where everything you have learned in this experience and in your short lives can be implemented!! I’m sure you will handle things with poise and grace. Use your experiences to get you through challenging days and tough nights. Handle each adversity with integrity and realize that all opportunities are used to empower and strengthen you as a person. I have enjoyed getting to know you this season. I hope that you will keep me in mind and know that I am a lifelong supporter of your initiatives. Share your future successes and accomplishments with me. I am so excited to celebrate the greatness that is you! I welcome the opportunity to witness each of you maturing and taking the world by storm.
Sincerely,
Kendra Hall Banks
2023-2024 VP Scholarships
GWEN NEWSOM LETTER FROM THE AFEE SCHOLARSHIP CO-CHAIR The Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education has provided phenomenal educational scholarships and community service opportunities in Arlington, TX and surrounding areas since 2004. It is a pleasure to represent the members of the Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education in partnership with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Xi Theta Omega Chapter in welcoming you to the 2024 Winter Emerald and Gold Scholarship Ball and Debutante Presentation. It is with extreme pride and great anticipation that we honor twenty three beautiful, young ladies tonight, who have worked hard during the past six months in preparing for this evening. Many of you have encouraged, inspired, and equipped these young ladies to not only succeed during this process but to also succeed in their future endeavors so for that, we honor you as well. The Debutante Scholarship Program provides educational opportunities that are life changing for these young ladies. Through the activities, our debutants will be able to successfully transition into adulthood. The ladies have engaged in a process that fosters personal and professional development while providing new friends and mentors that hopefully lead to the formation of lifelong relationships. This evening would not be possible without the dedication of the Scholarship Committee, our exceptional VP of Scholarship, Mrs. Kenda Hall Banks, the Dean of Debutantes, Ms. Lisa Thompson, the President of the Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education, Ms. Tameka Jackson, and The President of the Xi Theta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Dr. Myla Tolbert along with other supportive members of the foundation who have invested countless hours into the presentation for you. We also applaud and thank the parents for their patience, guidance, and support during this journey with their daughters. Finally, we want to recognize and thank our sponsors, guests, supporters and patrons. Your commitment to education is impactful to the Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education.
Sincerely,
Gwendolyn Newsom 2021-2024 Scholarship Co- Chair
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED® XI THETA OMEGA
November 16, 2024
Greetings and Welcome!
We are thrilled to have you join us as we “Reign in Royalty” at this very special Coterie of Debutantes. The 2024 Winter Emerald and Gold Scholarship Ball is the culmination of 6 months of hard work and commitment to our Debutante process by 23 beautiful young ladies and their families. This year’s debutantes have participated in numerous sessions including Self-Care & Fitness, Etiquette training, College Prep and planned a Community Service event. For over 116 years, the women of Alpha Kappa Alpha have been dedicated to cultivating and encouraging high scholastic and ethical standards, promoting unity and friendship among college women, studying to help alleviate problems concerning girls and women, maintaining a progressive interest in college life and being of Service to All Mankind. Since 1982, the Xi Theta Omega Chapter has upheld and fulfilled this mission in the Arlington community. The Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education (AFEE) was founded in 2004 by the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Xi Theta Omega Chapter (XTO) to provide relevant community programs in Arlington, TX, and the surrounding communities, to enhance the educational and personal development of youth, and to provide financial assistance to students pursuing higher education. As the 22nd president of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® – Xi Theta Omega Chapter and a member of the AFEE Board of Directors, I am proud of the 20-year collaboration and partnership between AFEE and XTO in numerous programs, including the Family Expo, Youth Education Success (YES!) Summit, and our Debutante Program.
Thank you in advance for your support in helping us continue our legacy of scholarship and service in Arlington, TX, and the surrounding communities!
Sincerely, Myla E. Tolbert
Dr. Myla E. Tolbert President, Xi Theta Omega Chapter Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® President@xithetaomega.com
POST OFFICE BOX 151534 · ARLINGTON, TX 76015
LETTER FROM DEAN OF DEBUTANTES
LISA THOMPSON
November 16, 2024
Good evening and welcome to the 2024 Winter Emerald and Gold Debutante Ball and Scholarship Presentation. It is with pride that I have had the opportunity to serve as the Dean of Debutantes for these 23 poised, polished, and regal young ladies. The 2024 Coterie of Debutantes have been working diligently over the past seven months to prepare for their debut today. This presentation is the culmination of months filled with community service, personal development sessions, etiquette classes, college preparatory workshops, leadership development opportunities, dance rehearsals, and so much more. These young ladies are focused and committed to entering and succeeding in higher education, becoming leaders, and making a difference in our communities. It has been my privilege to work with each of them and I thank them for their dedication to the process, hard work, and time and effort toward each session. Congratulations to the parents and families of the debutantes. You should be very proud of them as they are being presented tonight. I salute you on a job well done in helping them to achieve their goals through your unconditional love and support. Fathers and Father Figures, your work is never done so please continue to “dance” with your daughters. They need you to be there for them along their journeys of gaining self-confidence, empowerment, academic achievement, and overall development. I extend a special thank you the young men who are escorting our debutantes tonight. I appreciate your willingness to sacrifice your time to participate. It will always be true that with respectful and dignity, responsible young men make a difference in the lives of our young ladies. Thank you for “rising to the occasion” in support of our 2024 Coterie of Debutantes.
To the Debutante Personal Development Committee, Mentors, and Scholarship Committee chairmen and members, I am humbled and grateful for your support. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to the process. It is because of you that these 23 debutantes will have memories that reign a lifetime. To our Debutantes, thank you for allowing me to be a part of your lives for the past seven months and for entrusting me to provide you with the skills and confidence to be prepared for the challenges of the world as you step into the next phase of your young adult lives. I congratulate you on your many achievements, talents and contributions in your schools and the community, and it is my hope that you will continue the path of success, demonstrating a vision and determination to Reign in Royalty. Sincerely, Lisa Thompson Lisa Thompson Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education Dean of Debutantes
LETTER FROM AFEE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
PATRICIA CAREY
Greetings,
I welcome you to the 2024 Winter Emerald and Gold Scholarship Ball and Debutante Presentation. For 20 years the members of the Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education in conjunction with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® – Xi Theta Omega Chapter have provided scholarships and personal development to young ladies. The program is designed to develop leadership skills encourage unity and promote community service . Tonight, we will introduce to you 23 young ladies who will make up the 2024 Coterie of Debutantes Congratulations on your hard work achievements and service to the community Continue with all the learning you have attained to use in your future endeavors . Parents thank you for a job well done on setting the foundation and focus for the young ladies. To our members, guests, supporters, and patrons we thank you for your support of the young ladies and your attendance tonight.
Sincerely
Patricia Carey Executive Director Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education 2023-2024 Patricia Caarey
LETTER FROM THE HONORABLE DR. BARBARA ODOM-WESLEY
Mayor Pro Tempore 101 W. Abram St. Arlington, TX 76004
Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education,
As a 57-year life member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority and chartering president of Xi Theta Omega Chapter, I am thrilled to offer congratulations on preparing another class of debutantes. AFEE has served the Arlington community for 20 years and provided multiple service activities. Thank you for mentoring our youth and equipping them with leadership and life skills. Additionally, you have provided scholarships opening educational opportunities. Arlington is a richer community because you are here making the dream available to everyone. I am pink and green proud of my chapter and our Foundation. Please call me whenever I can be of assistance. Congratulations on 20 years of service through AFEE.
Best wishes to the debutantes and for a successful, enjoyable Winter Emerald & Gold Debutante Ball.
Sisterly,
Barbra Odom-Wesley
Dr. Barbara Odom-Wesley
CHRIS TURNER STATE REPRESENTATIVE, DISTRICT 101
November 2024
Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education C/o Xi Theta Omega chapter Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated PO Box 150301 Arlington, Texas 76015
Congratulations to all of this year’s 23 Debutantes of the 2024 Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education Debutante Ball. Each of you have served the community with style and grace, building your leadership skills and advancing your education. Thank you for your dedication to excellence! Tonight, you and your families should be proud of your accomplishments and all that you will continue to achieve in the future.
I am always proud to lend my support to the Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® – Xi Theta Omega Chapter as your organizations enhance the educational and personal development of youth and provide financial assistance to students pursuing higher education.
Congratulations again and enjoy this special evening.
Sincerely,
Chris Turner
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED®
OFFICE OF: Shawn Emerson Simmons, PhD South Central Reginal Director 2950 North Loop West, Suite 500 Houston, TX 77092 Email: ssimmons@aka1908.com
November 16,2024
Greetings!
With great joy and honor, I extend my heartfelt congratulations on the 2024 Winter Emerald and Gold Scholarship Ball and the remarkable 34-year legacy of presenting the Coterie of Debutantes. This momentous occasion celebrates not only the elegance and grace of these 23 outstanding young ladies but also the dedication and tireless efforts of the Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Xi Theta Omega Chapter, in empowering the next generation. The six-month journey of learning, personal growth, and volunteerism these young women have undertaken speaks volumes about the vision and values upheld by the chapter and foundation. I am deeply moved by your continued work to foster educational opportunities and provide scholarships that enable our youth to pursue their dreams. Your efforts truly reflect our sorority’s motto, “Service to All Mankind,” and continue illuminating the path for young people to follow. May this year’s Winter Emerald and Gold Scholarship Ball, themed “Reign in Royalty,” be an evening of celebration, inspiration, and an enduring legacy of excellence. To the debutantes, I extend my warmest congratulations. May this evening become a cherished memory and serve as a stepping stone toward a future filled with accomplishments and meaningful contributions to society. Once again, congratulations to the Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®, Xi Theta Omega Chapter, on this magnificent occasion.
With sisterly love and gratitude,
Shawn Emerson Simmons, PhD South Central Regional Director Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
MEET OUR EMCEE: DR. NIKITA Y. HARRIS
Dr. Nikita Y. Harris is a distinguished communication scholar, public historian, and advocate for preserving African American cultural heritage. As an associate professor of organizational communication and leadership at the University of Alabama (Tuscaloosa), she spearheads the National Black Debutante Project, a groundbreaking initiative born from her Reese Phifer Fellowship on the study African American Cotillions and Black Debutante Social Programs throughout the United States. Dedicated to showcasing the transformative impact of Black social and civic organizations on youth development since 1895, Dr. Harris was inspired from her personal experiences as a former Black Debutante through the Fort Worth Junior Debutante Society, the Fort Worth Assembly and her family's legacy of involvement since 1957. Her nieces Allana Jerry and Nivea Jerry were Arlington Foundation for Excellence Debutantes in 2018 and 2021. Dr. Harris holds degrees from Clark Atlanta University (BA), Auburn University (MA), and Howard University (Ph.D.). Her impressive background includes fellowships at the University of Nebraska Lincoln and NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt Maryland. In addition, she is a sought-after keynote speaker, organizational consultant, leadership coach and trainer of employees in over 30 different government, state and federal agencies. In 1989, Dr. Harris was initiated as a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated during the Fall of 1989 through Alpha Pi Chapter at Clark Atlanta University. As a Silver Star and Life Member, she is most proud to be a 2022 charter member of Alpha Beta Xi Omega Chapter in Trussville Alabama. She holds membership in several professional and civic organizations, including the National Communication Association, the Birmingham (AL) Chapter of the Links, Incorporated, National Council of Negro Women and the NAACP. With a unique blend of academic rigor and community passion, Dr. Harris inspires a new generation to cherish and continue the rich traditions of African American Cotillions and youth presentation programs. To learn more about Dr. Harris and her remarkable work on African American Cotillions go to the International League of Cotillions website: intlleagueofcotillions.com.
2024 Coterie of Debutantes
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Order of Program
Special Opening Presentation
WELCOME & OCCASION INTRODUCTION OF MASTER OF CEREMONY PROMENADE OF PARENTS INTRODUCTION OF SPECIAL GUESTS INVOCATION Dinner Presentation of Miss Debutante 2023 Formal Presentation of the 2024 Debutantes GRAND BOW FORMAL BALLROOM DANCE SEGMENT Waltz with Fathers Dance with Escorts PRESENTATION OF AWARDS PRESENTATION OF KAMARIA SATCHER SCHOLARSHIP Crowning of Miss Debutante 2024
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS & CLOSING REMARKS FORMAL BALLROOM DANCE Reign in Royalty
Coterie of Debutantes 2024 CONGRATULATIONS
Escort Carlos Black
Escort Michael Bethune
Escort Isaiah Brown
Escort Grant Buckley
Escort Xavier Butler
Escort Dillian Dill
Escort Tavian Dominiguez
Escort Jamal Evans
Escort Dexter Dixon
Escort Andrew Gandy
Escort Kelton Gardner Jr.
Escort Denim Harris
Escort Jaxson Hooper
Escort David Jennings
Escort Noah Lane
Escort Tony Mallard
Escort Solomon McKnight
Escort Issac Livingston
Escort Chandler Strong
Escort Josh Olsen
Escort Josiah Rone
Junior Hostesses We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the A.C.O.L.Y.T.E.S., an inspiring teen organization dedicated to empowering young women in Arlington, Texas, and the surrounding areas. Founded in 1990 by the Xi Theta Omega Graduate Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., these remarkable young ladies proudly serve as your hostesses tonight, embodying the spirit of empowerment and leadership.
INTRODUCING
THE 2024
Coterie of Debutantes Debutantes
Debutante Addison Williams
DEBUTANTE ADDISON WILLIAMS IS THE DAUGHTER OF DALAIN AND CHRISTIE WILLIAMS. SHE IS A SENIOR AT JAMES W. MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL IN ARLINGTON, TEXAS. ADDISON RUNS THE 400 METER RACE AND 4X400 METER RELAY RACE ON THE VARSITY TRACK TEAM AND SHE SERVES AS A CO-CAPTAIN. SHE IS A MEMBER OF THE BLACK STUDENT UNION CLUB, MARTIN WARRIOR WOMEN IN TECHNOLOGY CLUB, COMPUTER SCIENCE CLUB, AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE CLUB, SHIFT CLUB (GIRLS EMPOWERMENT GROUP), AND IS A MEMBER OF THE AISD MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL STEM ACADEMY. SHE HAS BEEN A GIRL SCOUT FOR THE LAST 10 YEARS AND IS CURRENTLY WORKING TOWARDS HER GOLD AWARD. SHE HAS 3 CERTIFICATIONS IN GRAPHIC DESIGN AND HAS COMPETED IN COMPETITIONS. ADDISON’S INTERESTS INCLUDE READING, LISTENING TO MUSIC, BAKING, WATCHING MOVIES AND HELPING OTHERS. ADDISON PLANS TO ATTEND COLLEGE AT NORTH CAROLINA A&T OR FLORIDA A&M. SHE WANTS TO STUDY ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE TO PURSUE A CAREER IN THE SUSTAINABILITY FIELD.
Congratulations Addison We are thrilled to celebrate your remarkable achievement as a 2024 Debutante.
INSPIRE PATRON Conswella Phipps Norma Ingram Norman and Jana Williams
Debutante Amani Williams
DEBUTANTE AMANI SANAA WILLIAMS IS THE DAUGHTER OF ANDRÉ AND LASHANTÉ WILLIAMS. SHE IS A CEDAR HILL HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY SENIOR IN CEDAR HILL, TEXAS. AMANI IS A CURRENT CEDAR HILL SUPERINTENDANT’S ROUNDTABLE MEMBER, PRESIDENT OF THE CROCHET CONNOISSEUR CLUB, AND A MEMBER OF THE GIRLS POWERLIFTING TEAM. AMANI IS A LIFELONG MEMBER OF FRIENDSHIP-WEST BAPTIST CHURCH. HER INTERESTS INCLUDE PAINTING, CROCHETING, ANIMAL ADVOCACY, FORMULA 1, AND SPENDING TIME WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS. AMANI’S COLLEGE GOAL IS TO ATTEND FLORIDA A&M UNIVERSITY IN TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA. WHILE ATTENDING COLLEGE, HER AREA OF STUDY WILL BE ANIMAL SCIENCE AS SHE WISHES TO PURSUE A CAREER IN VETERINARY MEDICINE. HER ESCORT IS GRANT BUCKLEY, THE SON OF RAYMOND AND KENYA BUCKLEY. HE IS A SENIOR AT MANSFIELD LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL.
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To my Baby Girl, With your life in front of you, the expectation is for you to make a name for yourself through hard work, dedication to your craft and the love of Jesus Christ in your heart. Get ready world here comes my baby!! I love you Pooh, Dad!
Debutante Amani Williams
We are very proud of you and wish you the best! Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Beta Alpha Chapter #27s LaShante Williams - Spring 1994 Ki-Afi Ra Moyo - Spring 1997 Greer Peters - Spring 1999 Myla E. Tolbert - Spring 2000 Candice Gordon - Fall 2001 Bianca Hudson Brown - Spring 2004 Sheree Williams - Spring 2005 Ashlee Gomez - Spring 2007 Leah Lunderman - Spring 2017 Shelby Rose Hall - Fall 2019
Celebrating this special season and experience with you. I’ve watched you grow and have seen the beauty and brains you’ve had since birth. Keep God first and stay focused, and may His choice blessings always come your way! Love, MeMaw! Congratulations Deb Amani Williams!
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The journey ahead is filled with possibilities, and I know you are ready for each and every one of them. Remember, no dream is too big, no goal too far, as long as you remain true to yourself. Life will offer you challenges, but it’s through those challenges that you’ll discover your greatest strengths. You have so much to offer this world, and I believe in you fully. Take every opportunity that comes your way, keep learning, keep growing, and always carry with you the love and wisdom of your family. I am so proud to call you my granddaughter. Continue to shine, just as you always have.
With all my love and pride, Grandpa Reggie
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Celebrating Debutante Amani Williams
Dear Amani, From the moment you were born, I’ve cherished every laugh and memory we’ve shared. Watching you grow into the amazing young woman you are today fills my heart with joy. Congratulation! I can’t wait to see all the wonderful adventures that await you! With love, Aunt Tasha
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Gregory Smith Larry Allen Sr.- State Farm
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IMPACT PATRON
Elrette Anderson Psyche Terry Thomasine Beck
IMPRESSION PATRON Kyla Rankin
Debutante Amaya Grundy
DEBUTANTE AMAYA NICOLE GRUNDY IS THE DAUGHTER OF LASHAWNA ESTIS AND MORRIS GRUNDY. SHE IS A SENIOR AT BOSWELL HIGH SCHOOL IN FORT WORTH, TX. AMAYA IS THE FIRST AFRICAN AMERICAN IN HER CLASS RANKING 19 OF 567 STUDENTS. SHE IS A CURRENT BSU, AVID, AND NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY MEMBER. SHE ALSO SERVES AS THE CLASS OF 2025 VICE PRESIDENT. AMAYA IS A LIFELONG MEMBER OF THE CHOSEN VESSEL CHURCH LED BY PASTOR MARVIN L. SAPP WHERE SHE HAS SERVED AS A YOUTH LEADER OF THE DANCE MINISTRY. AMAYA’S INTERESTS INCLUDE WATCHING FOOTBALL, DRINKING SWEET TEA, READING, HELPING OTHERS, ANYTHING COWGIRL-RELATED, AND SPENDING TIME WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS. AMAYA’S COLLEGE GOAL IS TO ATTEND HOWARD UNIVERSITY IN WASHINGTON, DC, JOHN HOPKINS UNIVERSITY IN BALTIMORE, MD, OR BAYLOR UNIVERSITY IN WACO, TX TO STUDY HEALTH SCIENCE AND PURSUE A CAREER IN PEDIATRICS. HER ESCORT IS ANDREW GANDY, SON OF HELENE GANDY. HE IS A SENIOR AT W.T. WHITE HIGH SCHOOL
Amaya Grundy CONGRATULATIONS Best of luck on your future endeavors. Continue to accomplish all your goals. Love, Ms. Fraise
Debutante A’Mya Knight
DEBUTANTE A’MYA YVONNE KNIGHT IS THE DAUGHTER OF LEITTIA AND CHARLES LEONARD. SHE IS A SENIOR AT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL IN KELLER, TX. A’MYA SERVES AS THE VICE PRESIDENT FOR CENTRAL’S BLACK STUDENT UNION. SHE IS A CURRENT MEMBER OF HOSA (FUTURE HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONS) AND AVID(ADVANCEMENT VIA INDIVIDUAL DETERMINATION). A’MYA IS A LIFELONG MEMBER OF THE INSPIRING TEMPLE OF PRAISE CHURCH, AND HER INTERESTS INCLUDE DRAWING, MAKEUP, LISTENING TO MUSIC, HELPING OUT THE COMMUNITY, AND SPENDING TIME WITH HER FAMILY. A’MYA’S COLLEGE GOAL IS TO ATTEND PRAIRIE VIEW A&M IN PRAIRIE VIEW, TEXAS, OR SOUTHERN A&M IN BATON ROUGE, LOUISIANA. SHE WILL BE MAJORING IN NURSING. HER ESCORT IS CARLOS BLACK, JR., SON OF CARLOS BLACK, SR. AND BRIANA CROSSLEY. HE ATTENDS TARRANT COUNTY COLLEGE.
PLATINUM SPONSORS Mr. Darly R. Davis - UPSPIRE INFLUENCE PATRON Faith Bradshaw INSPIRE PATRON Charles Leonard ( 3*) Rodney Lee Yalonda Walker - Jarmon Quantence Walker
Marvin Johnson Morissa Bogen
INSIGHT PATRON VonDerrick Hughes
IMPACT PATRON
Barbara Barnes Leittia Knight
Jana Redwine-Landfried Simon Souvannarath Paula Walker
Debutante Aniston Smith
DEBUTANTE ANISTON SMITH IS THE DAUGHTER OF STEVON AND TUESDAY SMITH. SHE IS A SENIOR AT LAKE RIDGE HIGH SCHOOL IN MANSFIELD, TX. ANISTON IS A VARSITY CHEERLEADER. SHE IS ALSO A LAKE RIDGE STUDENT COUNCIL AND BLACK STUDENT UNION MEMBER. ANISTON IS A MEMBER OF BETHLEHEM BAPTIST CHURCH AND A COMPETITIVE ALL-STAR CHEERLEADER FOR THE SPIRIT OF TEXAS CHEER. ANISTON’S INTERESTS INCLUDE SHOPPING, HANGING OUT WITH FRIENDS, AND HAVING SPA DAYS. ANISTON PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON IN HOUSTON, TX. HER AREA OF STUDY WILL BE PRE-MED, AND SHE WILL PURSUE A CAREER IN RADIOLOGY. HER ESCORT IS JAMAL EVANS, NEPHEW OF VINCENT AND NORA DAVIS. HE IS A SENIOR AT MANSFIELD HIGH SCHOOL.
Supporting Debutante Aniston Smith
The Epsilon Alpha Chapter (Fort Worth, TX) of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. would like to extend our best wishes to Debutante Aniston Smith for her participation in the 2024 Winter Emerald & Gold Debutante Ball, representing the Arlington Foundation for Excellence in Education. Congratulations and we are proud of you!
Aniston Mali Janay Smith Debutante
Watching you grow up has been one of the greatest joys of our lives. We are so proud of you, and all you have accomplished. Continue to honor God and all your dreams will come true. Love, Mom and Dad
”Life is not measured by the number of breaths you take, but by the moments that take your breath away” ~Maya Angelou
Aniston Mali Janay Little Sister
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Best Wishes!
Debutante Aniston Smith
Congratulations and God Bless You! May you continue to follow your dreams and strive for the best. Always keep God first in all your endeavors.
The Friendship Twenty Foundation, Inc. Mr. Gary Abney, Chairman
IMPACT PATRON Brandon Watley IMPRESSION PATRON Clarence Brooks
Debutante Audrey Dungey
DEBUTANTE AUDREY DUNGEY IS THE DAUGHTER OF ADRIAN AND ALICE DUNGEY. SHE IS A SENIOR AT KELLER HIGH SCHOOL IN KELLER, TX. AUDREY IS A CAMARATA CHOIR AND LUMINA SHOW CHOIR MEMBER AND PARTICIPATES IN THE CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR EMTS. SHE ENJOYS VOLUNTEERING WITH HER MOTHER AT EVENTS LIKE KELLER NIGHTS, FLANNEL FEST, COMMUNITY STOREHOUSE, AND HER CATHOLIC CHURCH. AUDREY’S HOBBIES INCLUDE FIGURE SKATING, SKETCHING, DIGITAL ART, CHARCOAL ART, COOKING, DANCING, AND MUSIC. AUDREY PLANS TO ATTEND THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH TEXAS IN DENTON, TX, OR THE UNIVERSITY OF INCARNATE WORD IN SAN ANTONIO, TX. HER AREA OF STUDY WILL BE NURSING WITH A MINOR IN NEUROSCIENCE TO BECOME A TRAVEL NURSE OR PRENATAL NURSE AND PURSUE HER DREAM OF WORKING INTERNATIONALLY. HER ESCORT IS DAVID JENNINGS, SON OF RICK JENNINGS, SR., AND DR. ADRIENNE DOUGLAS JENNINGS. HE IS A SENIOR AT FORT WORTH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL.
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PLATINUM SPONSORS Raghuram Pasala. - Inicio
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DIAMOND SPONSORS Sanjay Jupudi ( 2*) Kishore Vankamamidi
Raghuram Pasala
IDEAL PATRON Sanjay Jupudi
INFLUENCE PATRON Brian Farrell
INSPIRE PATRON Brandi Merritt
Shenece Johns
IMPACT PATRON Aimy Steele
INSIGHT PATRON Donna Ross IMPRESSION PATRON Maxine Walker
Debutante Bailey Coleman
DEBUTANTE BAILEY NOELLE COLEMAN IS THE DAUGHTER OF DRS. EDWIN AND NIKKY LEWIS AND MR. ANGELO COLEMAN. SHE IS AN EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL SENIOR RESIDING IN MANSFIELD, TEXAS. BAILEY IS A CURRENT REPRESENTATIVE OF HER HIGH SCHOOL'S STUDENT COUNCIL. SHE IS ALSO PRESIDENT OF THE ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC., ALPHA XI OMEGA CHAPTER, AND ENCOUNTERS YOUTH GROUP. THIS PAST SUMMER, BAILEY WAS SELECTED TO JOIN 40 STUDENTS FROM ACROSS THE NATION IN ATTENDING GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY TO STUDY ARCHITECTURE AT THE NATIONAL STUDENT LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE. SHE ALSO PARTICIPATED AS A MEMBER OF THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS DESIGN LIKE A GIRL YOUTH MENTORSHIP PROGRAM. BAILEY IS A PROUD ANTIOCH FELLOWSHIP MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH MEMBER IN DALLAS, TEXAS. HER INTERESTS INCLUDE PLAYING VIOLIN, VOLLEYBALL, PAINTING, SWIMMING, AND SPENDING TIME WITH CLOSE FRIENDS. NEXT FALL, BAILEY WILL DECIDE BETWEEN ATTENDING HOWARD UNIVERSITY, IN WASHINGTON D.C., OR PRAIRIE VIEW A & M UNIVERSITY, IN PRAIRIE VIEW, TEXAS. IN COLLEGE, BAILEY WILL PURSUE A MAJOR IN CIVIL ENGINEERING WITH A MINOR IN ARCHITECTURE. HER ESCORT IS CHANDLER STRONG, SON OF KEITH AND CAROLYN FICKLIN-STRONG. HE IS A JUNIOR AT MARTIN HIGH SCHOOL.
DIAMOND SPONSORS Angelo Coleman PLATINUM SPONSORS Personal Touch Step by Step Dance Studio
INSPIRE PATRON Willette Criggler IDEAL PATRON Angelo Coleman Nature Lounge Nature Lounge Kelly Fields/Sandra Juarez Catresse Gay Nikkya Lewis Pawlette Ship Victoria Prince & Family Duanetta Turner
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INSIGHT PATRON Chris & Tamika McGill
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