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NEWSLETTER March 2011, Issue 4 This newsletter is issued monthly, containing information events, announcements and miscellaneous information for the Pearls and Ivy participants

Contacts: Pearls & Ivy When looking at Women's History, has been very President Selena Quintanilla Perez is a very influential to me. Up until Mrs. King passed, she carried herself very well Bianca Murrell influential woman to me because she as she represented African American people as a whole, women [email protected] was the first successful female Tejano and her husband. I admire Coretta Scott King Cotillion Chair singer who paved the way because she was a natural born leader like Mary Dedeaux-Swinton myself, and she never gave up on her husband's marydedeaux.swinton for Spanish artists like @gmail.com Shakira, , Legacy. She acquires intelligence, courage, and . and a kind heart, and I hope to follow in her Debutant Chair Toi Olden Monet Hebb footsteps as I become a young woman. tolden7948@.com Bianca Murrell Pearls & Ivy Chair Daphne Chambers Daphnedchambers @gmail.com Mentee Chair Cherise Wright [email protected] Attire Chair Cassandra Gallaspy [email protected] Escort Liaison Toi Olden [email protected] One of the most influential women to me is Oprah Mother Daughter Tea is the Judy Obinwa Winfrey...not only because of her wealth but [email protected] most influential woman because of her ability to positively affect peoples Newsletter to me because through Krista Card lives and make a difference in the world [email protected] all of the adversity she Kara Washington has faced, she manages to channel all of the Although some may find this a bit cliché, negativity and injustice when looking back on women's history I into beautiful artwork, as shown in her poetry. As an find very influential. artistic person myself, I greatly appreciate a strong Ms. Winfrey is a well known icon in my black woman who can overcome a plight of harsh future field of broadcast journalism. I now anchor, and produce my schools television conditions and create wonderful, spiritual, and show at Mckinney Boyd HS. Oprah Winfrey thought- provoking words synchronized into a structure, is a prime example ,of not only a woman but, of an African-American woman who pleasing to the eye! overcame prejudice, superficial barriers, and life obstacles by relying on her raw Chanel Autrey talent and motivation. It makes me feel that if I remain determined and focused nothing can hold me back . Ebony Francis

Coco Chanel (Gabrielle 'Coco' Chanel), I was most influenced by Miss Jane She rose to become one of the premier fashion Pittman. Miss Jane was a slave on a designers in Paris, France. Replacing the corset with plantation in Louisiana She had high spirits and she always fought for what comfort and casual elegance. I choose her because I love she wanted. Her courageous ways and fashion and fashion is all about trying new prints and strengths eventually led her to become a colors and every woman leader on her plantation. Many other slaves looked up to Miss deserves to be beautiful Pittman. Miss Pittman believed that if you fought for what was right with elegance and grace then good things would happen. Although she was very very old, and still feel comfortable, she proudly walked to the "whites only" fountain and finally took a and Coco knew that. drank. Her courage and hard work earned her great honor. This has Jade James taught me to never give up on what I believe in. Shana Tubwell Both Chanel and Monet are dancers for Frisco Centennial High School Sweethearts. The team competed on February 19, 2010 in Fort Worth Texas in Modern, Hip Hop and Pom Dance routines. The team finished First in all categories. The team also received awards for Best in Class, Team Super Kayla and Kara Washington were born September 24, 1993 Sweepstakes, Grand Champion Circle, in Beaufort, South Carolina. They moved from South Carolina Best Technique. when they were just babies to Salt Lake City, Utah where they lived for several years. In 1998 they moved to the North Texas area a place where they call home now and began to settle in and Shana is a wonderful gift from God. We are proud to be her parents. She made a miraculous entry into the world. make a name for themselves. She has been strong and determined since day one. She started my new year of 1993 off with a bang. Not only did she The twins attend Wakeland High School in Frisco Texas and are decide to be born on January 1, 1993, she decided that she couldn't wait until I make it to a hospital. She was born in the very involved in several activities to include basketball (Kara), drill car as we approached the hospital. She fought her way through 20 degree temperatures and had everyone in an uproar team (Kayla), Black MBA Leaders of Tomorrow, National Honor that day. It was then that I realized that my daughter was special. I knew that she was definitely going to make a Society, DECA, National Technical Honor society, Pearls and Ivy, difference in the world. From Infancy until now she has always shown such a warm smile. She has a very kind heart and servant leading-City Church in Proper Texas, and volunteering at she would rather give than receive. various non -profit organizations in the North Texas area. The girls She enjoys the idea of being big sister to three little brothers. The three of them truly treasure her. She is also loved were also selected to attend the Texas Governors' School at and admired by a lot of the kids in our community. When it comes to little kids, her level of patience is phenomenal. She Lamar University, SMU's Young Women in Engineering Camp and has volunteered her time helping out with kids during Sunday School and during Vacation Bible School. She is presently Microsoft's Digi Girls camp. Kayla was also state finalist in the Miss a member of the McKinney North High School Choir. She loves to sing. Every Christmas that we travel home Texas Junior Miss Pageant. to , we always visit the nursing homes where she takes various opportunities to sing Christmas song to the Kara plans to attend in Atlanta Georgia and will residents. She has a great compassion for helping others. major in a dual degree engineering program. Kayla plans on Shana is my only daughter. I couldn't imagine a life without her. She provides lots of energy and enjoyment to our attending TWU in Denton and will major in Fashion Merchandising. home. We are all so blessed to have her in our lives. She is indeed our sunshine on a cloudy day.

Its time to put away those sweaters and get ready for some sunshine Its Spring Time !!! Spring has some great new trends emerging and you don’t want to miss out on the fun. Cassandra Gallaspy Attire Chair 70’s are back! Preppy Chic None of you were born at this time but know Break out that Lacoste polo and those Bright Bright Bright Bright! that as you are picking up that new pair of Sperry Topsiders and you will be What better way to turn the corner from platforms that’s not new but inspired by the riht on trend ts all about bein Fall to Spring than with some color and 70’s. Put away the UGGs and break out the nautical with a twist t can be as not just any color BRIGHT Colors. Color platform sandals. Make this style statement simple as a clean bold stripes and block shoes are the all of the rave did you your own weather it’s a casual espadrille, a addin white bottoms Althouh we see Gwyneth Paltrow on the Grammy’s dressy bright or a new cork style sling back you are brinin brihts back White is well she is right on trend. No color is left must add a platform to your shoe selection this HOT HOT HOT!! White Denim, white out but the brighter the better. If you are season. Don’t stop at the shoes jumpsuits can skirts, white shorts should all be color shy star with a bright pop color in be added to your wardrobe as well to complete added to your wardrobe this sprin your handbag or accessories, but just your 70’s look. make sure that you aren’t caught being drab this season. Well these are just a few things that are going on this Spring! Hope you’ll take part in some of the fun !

“The Art of Dining” Cotillion Advertisement Information Dining Etiquette Session was held at Bailey's Prime Plus in Fairview. Soror Felicia reviewed place settings, how to approach the table, the different styles of dining, and other useful etiquette dining Dallas Black Dance Theater tips. She expressed that these skills will help them as they dine with upper level management as they compete for internship or jobs. th March 19 The debutantes attended the Cultural Awareness Series performed by the Dallas Black Dance Theater at the AT&T is the last day to turn in ADS Performing Arts Center which was absolutely amazing.

Questions? The debutantes enjoyed a great performance by the dancers Please contact Mia Patterson at (773) 780-5900 to music of various Negro Folk Music and the sounds of late and current artists: , , Nina Simone, Howard Hewett, , , and Pattie LaBelle.