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1 Information Packet Information Packet and Beta Rho Education and Development Corporation (BREAD) Information Packet

2 Jabberwock Scholarship 2018 Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. P.O. Box 1911 Fort Worth, Texas Greetings, On behalf of The Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Beta Rho Education And Development (BREAD), we thank you for showing interest in the Jabberwock Scholarship Presentation. We are honored to have the opportunity of positively impacting the lives of many young girls and look forward to working with this year's participants. It is our sincere hope that this Jabberwock experience will enhance each participant s development into womanhood through community service activities and preparation for the Jabberwock Presentation. We look forward to serving as your chairs. Again, we appreciate your interest and look forward to a great Jabberwock Scholarship Presentation and wish you the best of luck during this year's Miss Jabberwock! Warmest regards, Angela Smith, President Bridgette Garrett, Jabberwock Chair Paula Roberts, Jabberwock Co-Chair 2

3 Jabberwock Overview Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. P.O. Box 1911 Fort Worth, Texas The Jabberwock is a fundraising activity for scholarships and other public service programs that began as unique means of raising scholarship funds. The word Jabberwock, copyrighted by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., was taken from Lewis Carroll's tale, Alice's Adventure in Wonderland. In the poem "Jabberwocky," it was customary for creatures from throughout the kingdom to gather annually to present a gala pageant. The first Jabberwock was presented in 1925 in Boston, Massachusetts, by members of Iota Chapter in an effort to find some new method of raising money for their scholarship fund. Conceptualized many years ago 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 sponsored public service projects. Jabberwock funds are earmarked for scholarships to be given by the sponsoring chapter to youth of promise and ability and for public service projects. It now also represents an evening of sophistication and entertainment that showcases the talents of the young women while advancing the goals and objectives of Delta's scholarship program. The Jabberwock participants consist of girls in their senior year of high school. In preparation for the Jabberwock Presentation each participant will take part in community service opportunities and are encouraged to take part in fundraising activities to compete for awards, the title of Miss Jabberwock and winning scholarships. All awards are presented at the Jabberwock Scholarship Presentation and Dinner on April 14,

4 2018 Miss Jabberwock Presentation Eligibility Requirements In order to be eligible to participate in the April 14, 2018 Jabberwock Presentation sponsored by the Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and BREAD, all participants must meet the following requirements: 1. Be a female senior, graduating during the school year. 2. Must be single, never married and have no children. 3. Must exhibit good character. 4. Sign along with parent(s) or legal guardian, the Jabberwock Agreement/Liability Release Form. 5. Participants are required to raise five hundred dollars ($500) to be in the Jabberwock Presentation; to be considered for scholarship awards participants are required to raise a minimum of seven hundred and fifty dollars ($750). The minimum amount of $500 must be submitted by the February 17 th collection. 6. Must obtain one (1) recommendation letter from an academic official (school counselor, teacher, principal) 7. Must make every effort to attend ALL rehearsals. Only excused absences will be accepted. 8. Participants must wear an all-white (including any embellishments) formal ball gown, single strand of pearls, pearl stud earrings, all-white satin gloves, and white shoes that can be worn for an extended period of standing to be presented in the presentation. (Dress must be pre-approved by the Jabberwock Chairs prior to purchase). 9. Participants must secure an escort that will make the same effort to attend ALL rehearsals and participate in the scholarship presentation. 10. Escorts must wear a traditional black tuxedo, black cummerbund, and black tie for the scholarship presentation. (All tuxedos must be pre-approved by the Jabberwock Chairs). 11. Must keep all fundraising activities in good taste and be representative of the sorority. 12. Must submit all funds solicited in the name of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter to the financial agent at reporting periods. 13. Must not modify the official ad solicitation letter personally signed by the chapter s interim president, Angela Smith, although a personal note or attachment may be included. 14. Parents may use crowdfunding (e.g. GoFundMe) to support their child s efforts but the sites must be reviewed and approved by the chapter president prior to launch. Crowdfunding accounts will be monitored a detailed report of all monies collected must be submitted on the last collection date, March 24, Participants must prepare and submit an essay for entry into the Barbara Jordan Essay Contest by the established deadline. 4

5 DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC. FORT WORTH ALUMNAE CHAPTER MISS JABBERWOCK SOUVENIR BOOK The Souvenir Program Book will be developed from ads provided by each participant, event photos and formal portraits that the committee will arrange. The ads may come from family, friends, churches, businesses, civic organizations, etc. all giving congratulatory expressions to the participants. Any ads received after March 24, 2018 will not be included in the souvenir book, nor will they be used to determine Miss Jabberwock; however, the funds will be included in the participant s scholarship award. Please refer to the following guidelines as you solicit contributions: ADS Ad prices are as follows: Full Page Half (1/2) Page Fourth (1/4) Page Eighth (1/8) Page / Business *Inside Front Cover (Premium Page) *Inside Back Cover (Premium Page) *Outside Back Cover (Premium Page) $ $ $ $ $ $ $ Note: Available on a first come, first serve basis. PATRONS Contributions less than $30.00 will be considered Patrons. Names should be listed by the participant on the Patron Listing Form. PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY. PHOTOS Photos may be placed on FULL and HALF page ads only. Full page ads may have a maximum of two (2) pictures and half page ads may have only one (1) picture. ***IF YOU ARE PREPARING AND SUBMITIING YOUR FULL & HALF PAGE ADS ELECTRONICALLY, YOU MUST ADHERE TO THIS PHOTO LIMITATION. All pictures presented for the Souvenir Book must be in good taste. If the picture submitted is not appropriate, it will not appear in the Book. Please submit digital photos on disk or jump-drive if you have the capability. If you are using the same picture for multiple ads, please number the picture and indicate on the AD form the number of the photo to be used. Dark colored business cards DO NOT PRINT well. You may submit them, but please advise your patron that the printing may be less than perfect. Souvenir Books will be given to persons who purchase FULL and HALF page ads only. Additional books may be available for purchase. However, all orders must be purchased by the last reporting period. 5

6 SUBMITTING ADS/PHOTOS ELECTRONICALLY Please ads and photos to COPIES OF ADS DO NOT RENDER THE BEST RESOLUTION FOR PRINTING. THE ORIGINAL is always preferred. The subject line should include - JABBERWOCK AD - PARTICIPANT NAME. Be sure to include the name and size (i.e. FULL page, Half (1/2) Page, etc. of the Ad that photos should be attached to. INCOMPLETE Ad forms will not be accepted - (i.e., missing message and/or photo), the message and photo should be turned in WITH THE AD FORM during the collection period. If you plan to the Ad, please include a Copy of the ad with the Ad Form and indicate that the original will be ed. PHOTOS ALL PHOTOS NOT ATTACHED TO AD FORMS may be included on an attached disk or jump drive at the time the Ad is submitted or may be ed electronically NO LATER THAN THE FINAL REHEARSAL. Photos should be of high quality/high resolution. Please remember, if the photo submitted is blurred or bad quality. it will look much worse in print.*** It is recommended that you DO NOT SUBMIT CELL PHONE PHOTOS - the resolution is usually too low for professional printing. When possible, original photos should be attached to the Ad or ed separately to get the best possible resolution for printing purposes. ALL PHOTOS WILL BE RETURNED. If you opt to your ads, missing info (messages/photos/business cards) that is not submitted by the FINAL REHEARSAL, the ad will be printed without the missing info. PLEASE REMEMBER: Ads not submitted by the deadline will not be included in the Souvenir Book and no refunds will be issued. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter reserves the right to exclude any ad submitted that is deemed in poor taste. Michelle Brown Designed4u designed4u@swbell.net Phone:

7 I. ACTIVITY/WORKSHOP DAYS A. First Saturday, October 21, :00-1:00 p.m. Bethlehem Center 1 B. Second Saturday, November 18, :00-1:00 p.m. Bethlehem Center C. Third Saturday, December 16, :00-1:00 p.m. Bethlehem Center D. Fourth Saturday, January 20, :00-1:00 p.m. Bethlehem Center E. Fifth Saturday, February 17, :00-1:00 p.m. Bethlehem Center II. REPORTING DAYS A. First Saturday, December 16, :00-1:00 p.m. Bethlehem Center B. Second Saturday, January 20, :00-1:00 p.m. Bethlehem Center C. Third Saturday, February 17, :00-1:00 p.m. Bethlehem Center D. FINAL Saturday, March 24, 2018 Appointment Times will be assigned Bethlehem Center Saturday, March 24, 2018 Come prepared to take a portrait for the souvenir book (i.e. hair and makeup). This will be a head shot with a black drape. FINAL COLLECTION of ADVERTISEMENTS Saturday, March 24, 2018 Appointment Times Will be Assigned This is the last day funds will be applied toward the naming of Miss Jabberwock. Funds collected after this date will be applied to scholarship, but not to the naming of Miss Jabberwock. RETURNED CHECKS: A returned check fee will be charged for each check returned by the bank. Checks will not be submitted a second time. Participants will not receive credit for any unredeemed returned checks. In the event that checks are returned due to insufficient funds and the checks are not redeemed, the amount of the checks plus any bank charges will be deducted from the recipient s award. 1 Bethlehem Center, 951 Evans Avenue, Ft. Worth, TX

8 REHEARSAL DATES 2018 MISS JABBERWOCK PRESENTATION REMINDERS 1. First Rehearsal Sunday February 25, p.m. T.A. Sims Elementary 2. Second Rehearsal Sunday March 6, p.m. T.A. Sims Elementary 3. Third Rehearsal Sunday March 25, p.m. T.A. Sims Elementary 4. Fourth Rehearsal Sunday April 8, p.m. T.A. Sims Elementary 5. Fifth Rehearsal Tuesday, April 10, p.m. T.A. Sims Elementary 6. Final Rehearsal Saturday, April 14, pm Will Rogers Memorial Center Bring shoes with a similar heel height to those you will wear in the presentation to every rehearsal. Bring your escort to each rehearsal starting with the 3rd rehearsal on March 25, Please note the following for the rehearsal on April 14, Do not make beauty shop or nail appointments for the day of the presentation. Get a hairstyle that will allow the crown to fit on your head if you are the winner. Do not schedule to work the day of the presentation. Your dress must be an all-white formal ball gown that is NOT form-fitting. If your dress sleeves are long, wear short white satin gloves. If your dress has short sleeves or is sleeveless, wear long all-white gloves. Please wear a single strand of pearls and stud earrings (no dangling earrings). Make sure that your shoes can be worn for an extended period of standing; therefore, choose shoes that are not too high and are closed or peep toe (strappy shoes are not recommended). Any tickets that have not been turned in must be cleared up at the Saturday rehearsal. Participants must be at the final rehearsal at 12 p.m. Participants and escorts will take a group picture. Make sure that you have appropriate hygiene supplies. No video cameras allowed. 8

9 Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC. and Beta Rho Education and Development (BREAD) A Public Service Sorority Founded in 1913 P. O. Box 1911 Fort Worth, Texas Greetings: We would like to introduce, as a participant in the 2018 MISS JABBERWOCK Presentation. Through this valuable fund-raising activity, several young ladies will be awarded college scholarships on Saturday, April 14, Proceeds benefit community outreach programs, such as providing assistance to senior citizens, providing workshops and mentoring programs to at-risk youth for junior high and senior high school girls. This contestant is authorized to contact individuals, businesses, and other organizations in support of these projects. Your contributions will be acknowledged in the 2018 MISS JABBERWOCK souvenir book. Please make checks payable to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. We prefer payment by PayPal; however, cash and check donations will be gladly accepted. If desired, a receipt for your donation can be obtained from your participant. We appreciate your support in making our 2018 MISS JABBERWOCK Presentation a success. Sincerely, Angela Smith Angela Smith, President Jabberwock@FortWorthDST.org Bridgette Garrett Bridgette Garrett, Jabberwock, Chair Paula Roberts Paula Roberts, Jabberwock, Co- Chair

10 Reporting Period ***Complete one page per ad. Circle applicable information: (attach cards & pictures with paper clips) AD # **Souvenir books are included with ½ and full page ads. **Additional souvenir books may be purchased. MESSAGE: CARD: (Do not write on front) PICTURE: (Full and ½ pages only) Ad size: Amount $ Check #: Cash PayPal Participant s Name Telephone: Shared Ad with: Ad Name: Check Name: 10

11 Circle applicable information: (attach cards & pictures with paper clips) AD # 2 MESSAGE: CARD: (Do not write on front) PICTURE: (Full and ½ pages only) Dear Queen, We Know you will do well. Continue in your pursuits. Best Wishes. P. Diddy Ad size: 1/2 page Amount $65.00 Check #: 1913 Cash PayPal Participant s Name Queen Latifah Telephone: Shared Ad with: Ad Name: Check Name: P. Diddy Sean Combs 11

12 Sean Combs 4954 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA #1 Make checks payable to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Pay to the Order of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. $ Sixty five & 00/ Dollars #3 Record the check number on the Ad form Date December 15, st Bank of Hollywood 8234 Rodeo Drive Los Angeles, CA (818) For Queen Latifah #2 Insert the participant s name in the memo field Sean Combs Sample Check 12

13 Business or 1/8 Page - $30.00 ¼ Page - $45.00 ½ Page - $65.00 ** Souvenir Book Included ** Ad may include 1 Photo Full Page - $ Souvenir Book Included** ** Ad May Include up to 2 Photos Sample Ad Page 13

14 Ad Summary Form Participant s Name Reporting Period CONTRIBUTOR (Ad Name) SIZE AMOUNT MESSAGE / 14

15 Ad Summary Form Participant s Name: Queen Latifah Participant s Phone number Reporting Period 1st CONTRIBUTOR (Ad Name) SIZE AMOUNT MESSAGE / 1 Oprah Winfrey Full $ You can, 2 Sean Combs ½ page $65.00 (Key Word) Continue Pursuits 3 Magic Johnson ½ page $65.00 Stay on ball 4 Reverend Al Sharpton 1/4 $45.00 In all thy ways 5 Loretta Lynch 1/8 $30.00 Helping others to build a brighter tomorrow 6 Beyoncé s Hair Salon 1/8 $30.00 For Braids and Locs

16 Patrons Listing ($5.00 $29.99) Please Print Participant s Name Participant s Phone # Reporting Period Total 1. Name Amount

17 DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC. FORT WORTH ALUMNAE CHAPTER MISS JABBERWOCK PRESENTATION COLLECTION SUMMARY Participant s Name Reporting Period Participant s Phone # ADS COST NUMBER AMOUNT Business $30.00 X = $ 1/4 Page $45.00 X = $ 1/2 Page $65.00 X = $ FULL PAGE $ X = $ INSIDE FRONT $ X = $ INSIDE BACK $ X = $ OUTSIDE BACK $ X = $ Split Ads = $ TOTAL ADS = $ Additional Souvenir Books $15.00 X = $ OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS PATRONS (OTHER) = $ TOTAL OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS $ GRAND TOTAL $ CHECKS $ CASH $ CASH & CHECKS TOTAL $ PAYPAL (pending verification) $ CASH, CHECKS & PAYPAL TOTAL $ COLLECTOR S SIGNATURE PARTICIPANT S SIGNATURE 17

18 DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY, INC. FORT WORTH ALUMNAE CHAPTER MISS JABBERWOCK PRESENTATION COLLECTION SUMMARY Participant s Name Queen Latifah Reporting Period 1 st Participant s Phone # ADS COST NUMBER AMOUNT Business $30.00 X = $ 1/4 Page $45.00 X = $ 1/2 Page $65.00 X 2 = $ FULL PAGE $ X 1 = $ INSIDE FRONT $ X = $ INSIDE BACK $ X = $ OUTSIDE BACK $ X = $ Split Ads = $ TOTAL ADS = $ Additional Souvenir Books $15.00 X = $ OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS PATRONS (OTHER) 5 = $33.00 TOTAL OTHER CONTRIBUTIONS $33.00 GRAND TOTAL $ CHECKS $ CASH $33.00 CASH & CHECKS TOTAL $ PAYPAL (pending verification) $ CASH, CHECKS & PAYPAL TOTAL $ COLLECTOR S SIGNATURE PARTICIPANT S SIGNATURE Delta Woman Queen Latifah 18

19 Jabberwock 2018 Participant Application Sponsored by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter and BREAD One typewritten letter of recommendation from an academic official (principal, counselor, or teacher) must accompany all applications. Participant Information: Name: Sex: Birthday: First Middle Last Month / Day / Year Mailing Address Street City ST Zip Home Telephone: Mobile Telephone: (Area Code) Number (Area Code) Number School Name: Year of Graduation: Parent Information: Mother: Telephone: (Area Code) Number Mother s Address Street City ST Zip (If different from student s mailing address) Mother s Daytime Telephone: (Area Code) Number Father: Telephone: (Area Code) Number Father s Address Street City ST Zip (If different from student s mailing address) Father s Daytime Telephone: (Area Code) Number All application packages with letters of recommendation must be received by December 16, Please mail to: Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. P.O. Box 1911 Fort Worth, Texas OR Bring Completed Packet to: Jabberwock Workshop/Rehearsal Packet Check List: Complete Applicant Information Letter from Academic Official Signed Parent/Participant Responsibilities Form Signed Letter of Intent/Liability Completed Biography Form Completed Youth Application Packet 19

20 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Jabberwock Participant Biography 2018 PLEASE TYPE or PRINT NEATLY AND CLEARLY Name: DOB Address City State Zip Code Telephone (Home) (Cell) Parents: Mother: Father Escort: Name: Relationship to Participant Escort s Parents Names Mother: Father Escort s High School: Participant s High School: High School Scholastic Honors/Awards/Recognitions: 20

21 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Jabberwock Participant Biography 2018 Extra-Curricular/Sports/Clubs: Volunteer/Community Service: Current Job/Employment (if applicable): Church: Name: City, State Pastor s Name: Church Involvement/activities: 21

22 Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Jabberwock Participant Biography 2018 Favorite/Guiding Scripture: (Book, Chapter, Verse, & Quote) College Preferred/Plans to Attend: Name: Degree Major: City, State Minor: Career Aspiration/Occupation: Favorite Gemstone: Name of Gemstone Reason why it s your favorite: 22

23 Jabberwock Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. P.O. Box 1911 Fort Worth, Texas Parent Statement of Commitment and Responsibility I (Parent/Guardian) give permission for my child to participate in the 2018 Jabberwock Scholarship Presentation including the planned activities and rehearsals. I will be responsible for all money collected from ads, patrons, and miscellaneous fundraising until it is submitted to the Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. As the parent/guardian, I know that I am responsible for ensuring the completion of the participant responsibilities (listed below). I do hereby grant permission to the Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. to use the image of my child. Such use includes the display, distribution, publication, transmission, or otherwise use of photographs and/or video images taken of my child for use in materials that include, but may not be limited to, printed materials such as newsletters, videos, and digital images such as those on the Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. web pages. I accept that these images are the property of the Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and I will not receive compensation for these images or the use of these images. Parent/Guardian Initials required for the following list of Participant and Family Responsibilities: Support all activities and rehearsals Transportation to and from all included activities Solicit a minimum of $500 in advertisements for souvenir book Provide participant with attire for the Jabberwock Showcase Adhere to any changes in Calendar or Program Updates I understand that if I attend Jabberwock workshops with my child that I must complete FWA s volunteer application packet, screening process, background check and attend a risk management training session. This applies to all adults 18 years +. Please Note: -All payments must be made payable to: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. -All monies received by the organization are non-refundable and non-transferable. -All participants are expected to attend all activities and all event rehearsals. *Note: In the event of an absence, please notify a Jabberwock Chairperson at least 48-hours prior to the scheduled event. Extenuating circumstances will be considered on an individual basis and should be brought to the attention of a Jabberwock Chairperson. As the Participant and the parent/guardian, we have read the application packet and the list of Responsibilities and agree to follow the content as written. We affirm there are no reasons why (participant) cannot participate in activities and health will be the responsibility of the participant and family. We accept that Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the members involved in the Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter Jabberwock Scholarship Program are not responsible for health problems or injuries acquired during Jabberwock activities. Participant's Name: Participant's Signature: Date: Parent/Guardian Name: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: 23

24 Jabberwock Letter of Commitment/Intent/Liability Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. P.O. Box 1911 Fort Worth, Texas I, as a participant in the Jabberwock agree to the following terms: I will maintain good moral character and good standing within my school and community as stated in the requirements for prospective participants. I understand that all monies raised and collected as a Jabberwock participant will be reported to Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. at each reporting period. I understand that March 24, 2018 is the absolute last date to submit advertisements and report monies for the Miss Jabberwock competition. Any monies that are turned in after this date will go toward my total for my scholarship, but not the contest. I understand that I must raise a minimum of $500 to participate in the presentation and an amount of at least $750 to be in the scholarship competition. Minimum of $500 must be submitted by February 17 th collection. I understand that if I withdraw from the Jabberwock competition I will advise the Jabberwock chairperson in writing and all collected monies will be reimbursed directly to the ad donor. I understand that if a circumstance arises that deem it necessary to miss an activity or rehearsal I will contact the chairperson. I understand that all funds collected for the Jabberwock Presentation belong to the Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Participant's Name: Participant's Signature: Date: I, Parent/Guardian of participant/contestant in Jabberwock 2018, do hereby agree and intend to be bound by the terms and conditions of the guidelines for the participants as set forth by the Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. I do hereby hold harmless Fort Worth Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and BREAD of any and all liability should any harm befall while participating in any scheduled Jabberwock activities. Parent/Guardian Name: Parent/Guardian Signature: Date: 24