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Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) of Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Saturday, January 23, 2016 10:00am - 12:00noon

I. Call to Order: II. Prayer: III. Scriptures: Put on the whole armour of God; that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Ephesian 6:11.

IX. Old Business: 1. Confirm Mistress and Master of Ceremony for opening and closing program. 2. Confirm an Adult to oversee the youth Master/Mistress of Ceremony. 3. Confirming request from all Coordinators, event materials and supplies requested for YIA Day 2016. 4. Voting update instructions and time confirmed for YIA. 5. Reminder: Our International SMM Director, Miss’y Vanessa Edwards is planning to attend our YIA Day 2016; she is expecting to arrive on Friday night February 5, 2016. 6. Report of final walk through on TW Josey and signing of contract for YIA Day 2016 report with many, many, many changes with a revisal of room assignments.

X. New Business: 1. Report from Hospitality with menu for YIA Day 2016. 2. Selection of Jurisdiction Spirit of Excellence, Special Recognition and Hall of Fame Award nominees. 3. Program Committee and Coordinators please do not have any female presenters or helpers, on the Gym for assisting in anyway without COGIC attire. Please see program draft. 4. Entry to New Gym can only be accessed from Essie McIntyre Blvd; this is the only usable entrance .

XI. Preparation Night: February 5, 2016 – 5:00pm – until @ T.W Josey. YIA Day doors open from 5:00am-3:30pm February 6, 2016; Breakfast 6-8:30am first come, first served; Lunch as scheduled. Critique meeting March 19, 2016 @ 0800-0945am. Please bring meeting date suggestions for 2017

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) of Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Saturday, January 2, 2016 – Headquarters Church Thomson, GA 8:00am

Our meeting was called to order with a song, “Jesus, I’ll Never Forget” by Missionary Bonner Prayer by Evangelist Ann Blair Scripture was read corporately, Ephesians 6:11

Elder Bennie Jones, Program Committee Coordinator updates: Since our theme is War, our attire will be “Camouflage”! A Brunswick District Youth is scheduled to represent for YIA Day 2016; we will need an answer from Brunswick by next meeting. Question (Q): Should voting for hours be extended? Answer (A): Yes. Voting can start as early as 6:00 a.m. and cut off time for vote submission will be 12:45p.m. (Q): Can we eliminate the back of the program and put the ad for next year’s theme contest? (A): Yes. Remember to adhere to the lunch schedule. Suggestions to the Parents (if possible), bring snacks for their younger children. (Q): Should the time be extended for additional Candidates to run for counsel? (A): Each District needs two people. Currently, Augusta District has a Mayor, but needs a counsel; this is due by next meeting. Note: Two people should be running from each District, 1 for Mayor and 1 for Counsel; currently we only have Mr. Malachi Walden for Mayor and no counsel. Only Youth registered from ages 12-24 will be eligible to vote. All registered candidates will receive a wrist band and this wrist band is to be worn for the duration of all activities and the ceremony. (Q) Will trophies be awarded this year? (A) This will be discussed in detail during the next meeting. (Q) Should the Cafeteria Coordinator receive a certificate of appreciation/plaque? (A): She should receive a plaque, during our awards ceremony. Elder Boris Williams, Treasure was asked (Q): What is the process for requesting of supplies? (A): #1: Fill out a request form for supplies. #2: Submit to the treasurer for approval. #3: Once request has been approved, proceed with purchase of supplies on the original request form submitted. #4: Upon submitting the receipt of purchase and a Purchase Order to the treasurer, funds will be refunded to you via check. Please Note: The CAP amount may vary. This year the amount is $150. Miss’y Maxine Gamble, Registration: Asked that Church Representatives, please review all registration forms before submission. Please be sure that all handwriting and phone numbers of candidates are accurate and anyone under the age of 18 has their parent or guardian phone numbers on the forms. Please insure this information is legible. Forms will be updated for YIA Day 2017. Nine churches have submitted registration forms, and more are being submitted on today. Recognition of the top 10 churches will be recognized for early submission with a Certificate of acknowledgement. Hospitality Department was not represented. Evangelist Ann Blair, Prayer Room: Spoke on the theme Our Theme: “This Means War!” she shared prayer cloths, and prayer request forms. “All” Prayer cloths will be “RED” for the blood on YIA Day. Miss’y Betty Lewis spoke for the STEM Research Coordinator: In need volunteers for judging. Also, judges are needed to assist with selection for Youth Awards, we will need at least “5”judges at our next meeting. Elder Enoch Gamble, Drill Team: “Asked that Parents be mindful of the COGIC attire”; he continued, any questions regarding attire please refer to the manual; remember to ware soft shoes. YIA Day colors this year is “Camouflage”. Arts and Crafts have no age limit; all Youth are eligible to attend. Reminder, Spelling will not be offered this year; Math Competition has returned . Congratulations goes out to Elder Bennie Jones, for winning a councilmen’s set in Dublin, he ran unopposed. Dec & Miss’y Fred Lewis, and Miss’y Gwen Bonner; will again be working with our National SMM staff at AIM this summer. Sister Venessa Harris and Elder Boris Williams have joined them. Elder Boris has shared his technical skills for their registration department, to God be the Glory. Please remember that only our program committee will present awards, and all awards will be presented on YIA Day, except for Bishop’s. Be mindful of changes for YIA Day 2016 at Josey; we are making adjustments as we go along. Closing prayer: Elder Enoch Gamble. Minutes by Acting Secretary Sister Oliver Lewis. ***Next meeting scheduled for January 23, 2016 10:00 a.m. to 12:00noon***

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) of Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Saturday, January 2, 2016 – Headquarters Church Thomson, GA 8:00am

I. Call to Order: II. Prayer: III. Scriptures: Put on the whole armour of God; that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Ephesian 6:11.

IV. Reading of the Minutes: V. Treasurer's Report: VI. Theme: Bring the noise; this means “War”! Song: War by Charles Jenkins & the Chicago Fellowship Choir – to be sang by District Youth VII. On-Going Old Business: 1. Updating list of churches in the state 2. Updating list of church representatives VIII. Committee Reports: 1. Registration 8. Non-Competitive Event Coordinators 2. Hospitality 9. Lunch Hour Activity 3. Ways and Means 10. Audio 4. Program Committee 11. Web-site: www.fineartscogic.com 5. Public Relations 12. Face Book.com & Twitter 6. Orchestra/Choir 13. Media Department 7. Competitive Event Coordinators IX. Old Business: 7. The Spirit of Excellence, Hall of Fame & Special Recognition nominees ends today with General Registration. Please Note: “ONLY” Age appropriate 2016 Forms will be accepted. 8. See website for “All forms”, agenda, meetings and any information needed. 9. YIA Day Hall of Fame plaque: Where is it? Have we resolved this issue? 10. In order to complete our polo shirt orders for YIA Day 2015, we will need a total of 10 orders. Color: Blue, short sleeve $18.00, long $21.00; please add $3.00 for each size from 2x to 5x, we must have at least 10 of any size order; money is required by end of meeting today. 11. Certificate of Appreciation for Josey’s School Head cafeteria staff, Ms Teresa Cowins, for her unwavering support over the years. X. New Business: 1. Any event request for supplies must be submitted & approved using “Purchase Order” form. 2. Wrist bands update for YIA Day 2016 has been requested. 3. Confirming Youth Mistress and Master of Ceremony for YIA Day 2016. 4. Will we have a person to do sign language during our YIA Day Event? 5. Please note, early Registration price for YIA Day 2016 ends “TODAY”! 6. We still need to pay rental fee and sign our contract for YIA Day at T. W. Josey Feb 6, 2016. 7. Mayoral Committee, Districts participating and Lunch hour Mayoral campaigning updates. 8. An adult Master/Mistress of Ceremony is needed for YIA Day 2016. 9. Acknowledgement of present accomplishments by past YIA/SMM Recipients is proposed. 10. Report from Dec 18, 2015 Walk-thru by Ways and Means. Computers, STEM and Robotics Class room locations in question, need to be confirmed by Event Coordinators. 11. Do we have a follow-up report on August Mayor’s invitation for YIA 2016? 12. Some of “OUR Cabinet Staff have been invited to participate as National Staff for SMM 2016”, GOD will ALWAYS allow YOUR GIFTS to make Room for YOU”!! Praise the Lord!! XI. Adjournment: January 23rd 2016 from 10:00am -1200noon is our Final meeting before YIA’s Preparation Day Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) of Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Augusta District Rally November 14, 2015

Our meeting was called to order with prayer by Elder Boris Williams. Minutes were read and approved with one correction; Montezuma District is now called the Middle Georgia District. Registration: Miss’y Maxine Gamble, who is also our Augusta District Rep, states that our General Registration will remain in place, until our January call meeting. Treasurer’s Report: Account balance is $1,837.00; 2 registrations packets were received today. Elder Williams also went over our Summary Sheet; in addition he spoke on the Love Offerings. Augusta District Youth sang our 2016 Theme Song “War”. Miss’y Carla Clemmons is making Red handkerchiefs for each person on SMM Day. It was suggested that Miss’y Clemmons and Miss’y Blair have the prayer cloths and handkerchiefs prayed over by our Elders, they stated that this has already been arranged. Committee Reports: Robotics Coordinator – Deacon Fred Lewis, whose event is limited to, grades 6th – 12th only states that his desire is for all Youth to have fun learning about Robotics. He also spoke about the Green City Challenge, which is an Essay submission only, and is not for class participation. STEM Coordinator – Brother Stacy states that this class is for Programming and Designing of Robots; he added that all Science Projects are to be brought in on SMM Day 2016. Prayer Room Coordinator – Miss’y Ann Blair stated that the Prayer Theme will be “This means War”. All prayer cloths will be red, for the Blood of Jesus! Non Competitive Computer Coordinator – Elder Morris Hutchins states that his class will build a website around Robotics and STEM. Drill Team Coordinator - Elder Gamble would like to change the age limit to 8yrs and up for 2016. He also states, for SMM Day 2017 the age change will be 10 & up. He welcomes helpers for his Drill Team class. Single and Single Again Coordinator – Mother Ophelia Pollard states that this class is for “Women only”, for them to lean on each other, and to have fun, with the help of the Lord; ages 25 and up. Math Coordinator – Miss’y Betty Lewis states if you are not good in Math, this class will be good practice for you; grades 3rd thru 12th. Youth are allowed to bring calculators. Miss’y Lewis is requesting “Helpers”. Miss’y Lewis also reminded Church Reps to submit their nominee for Spirit of Excellence Award. Hospitality Coordinator – Brother Eugene Bird shared our breakfast menu: Sausage casserole, cereal, milk, juice and coffee. Lunch menu will consist of two meats, grilled chicken & ribs, vegetables, rice, rolls, cake and punch. Bishop, Pastors and Elders will have a little different menu. Parents, please inform Hospitality, if your child has allergies. He also reminded everyone that the cafeteria has “4 lines” to get your lunch. Helpers are needed. He closed by requesting a Certificate of Appreciation be presented to Josey’s School Head Cafeteria Staff for her unwavering support over the years, all agreed. Malachi Walden, from House of God will represent Augusta District for Mayor. Augusta Youth was encouraged to come out on YIA Day and vote for “their” candidate. A question was asked, if the Mayor of Augusta, Hardy Davis could be invited to our SMM Day. Answer: Yes, just let us know what time to expect his arrival. Before closing the SMM meeting, our “Get Motivated with SMM” chant was repeated in unison.

Closing Prayer: Elder Enoch Gamble Minutes by: Sister Venessa Harris

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) of Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Saturday, November 14, 2015 – Augusta District Rally 10:00am

I. Call to Order: II. Prayer: III. Scriptures: Put on the whole armour of God; that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Ephesian6:11.

IV. Reading of the Minutes: V. Treasurer's Report: VI. Theme: Bring the noise; this means “War”! Song: War by Charles Jenkins & the Chicago Fellowship Choir – to be sang by District Youth

VII. On-Going Old Business: 1. Updating list of churches in the state 2. Updating list of church representatives

VIII. Committee Reports: 1. Registration 8. Non-Competitive Event Coordinators 2. Hospitality 9. Lunch Hour Activity 3. Ways and Means 10. Audio 4. Program Committee 11. Web-site: www.FINEARTSCOGIC.COM 5. Public Relations 12. Face Book.com, You Tube & Twitter 6. Choir 13. Media Department 7. Competitive Event Coordinators

IX. Old Business: 1. Bible Bowl (Jurisdictional Level) – Question: Will we have a Competitive Team for AIM: 2016? 2. CORRECTION TO YOUTH REGISTRATION FORM per Deacon Lewis: ROBOTICS and STEM events are also limited to grades 6th-12th; information is available on our SMM web site at www.fineartscogic.com under STEAM and Robotics information. 3. Remember, Math study materials are available on our SMM web site at www.fineartscogic.com; also, there is a link to the Department of Education for a sample test/quiz.

X. New Business: 1. Early Registration report; is the earlier date effective or not from Registration? 2. Chief Contract, menu and appeal for local kitchen staff for YIA Day 2016. 3. MAYOR AND CABINET: Augusta District Coordinator: Miss’y Maxine Gamble. 4. Our National SMM chant: By Youth “GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”, “GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”, “GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”, “GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”!!!!!

XI. Adjournment

Next meeting: January 2nd 2016 @Headquarters Church. Time: - Time 8-9:45am. General Registration & Spirit of Excellence District Nomination end, following meeting

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) of Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Saturday, October 24, 2015 - Supper Rally 10:00 - Teleconference 11:00am-12:30pm

I. Call to Order: II. Prayer: III. Scriptures: Put on the whole armour of God; that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Ephesian6:11.

IV. Reading of the Minutes: V. Treasurer's Report: VI. Theme: Bring the noise; this means “War”! Song: War by Charles Jenkins & the Chicago Fellowship Choir – to be sang by District Youth

VII. On-Going Old Business: 1. Updating list of churches in the state 2. Updating list of church representatives

IX. Tabled Business: MAYOR AND CABINET: Elder Boris Williams touched on the eligibility requirement, the role/duties and their time of service as SMM Mayor. However, it is tabled until Dublin meeting for Elder Bennie's to address.

XI: Old Business: Bible Bowl (Jurisdictional Level) – Question was asked: Will we have a Competitive Team for AIM: 2016? X. New Business: 1. //CORRECTION TO YOUTH on-site REGISTRATION FORM’ per Deacon Lewis: ROBOTICS and STEM events are also limited to grades 6th-12th, information is available on our SMM web site at www.fineartscogic.com under STEAM and Robotics information. 2. Remember, Math study materials are available on our SMM web site at www.fineartscogic.com; also, there is a link to the Department of Education for a sample test/quiz. 3. Our National SMM chant: “GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”, “GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”, “GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”. “GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”!!!!!

XI. Adjournment:

Augusta District Rally Meeting: November 14, 2015 @ 10:00am at Old Time Way COGIC

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) Of Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Saturday, October 24, 2015 - Dublin Super Rally

The meeting was called to order with prayer by: Deacon Fred Lewis Scripture read in unison Minutes were read and approved with one correction: There were 5 Districts hosting the Super Rally: Dublin, Soperton, Middle Georgia, Vidalia and Agape Districts

Committee Reports: Tambourine Coordinator - Sister Alisha Williams stated she does not have enough individual tambourines for all participants in her class; therefore, she is requesting that each participant bring their own Tambourine, this will ensure that all will have playing time. Sister Williams is also our Facebook and Twitter Coordinator.

Robotics Coordinator - Deacon Fred Lewis, whose event is limited to grades 6th - 12th, states that he desires all Youth to have fun learning about Robotics. He also spoke about the Green City Challenge which is an Essay submission only, and is not a class.

Miss’y Betty Lewis spoke on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) Class which teaches Programming and Designing of Robots, class is limited to grades 6th - 12th. All Youth may bring their school Science Projects, to be judged, for SMM Day.

Jump Rope Coordinator - Sister Venessa Harris encouraged youth to start exercising for her Jump Rope Class now, because they should be in “good physical condition” for her class; also do not forget their gym shoes.

Bible Bowl Coordinator - Aspiring Miss’y Vickie Jackson left a message with Miss’y Diann O’Neal to encourage more Districts to participate. Side note: Event consists of 3 areas, COGIC history, doctrine and the book of the Bible. For 2016 the books of the Bible are the lessor prophets: Amos, Hosea, Joel and Obadiah. COGIC Girls Rock Coordinator - Miss’y Diann O’Neal event “The Peach out of Reach” ages &sessions, 1st session 10-12 yrs. and the 2nd session 13-18yrs. Miss’y O’Neal also mentioned the Men of Valor Coordinator – Elder Gregory Shields discussions Scholarships with (handouts); doing the class sessions he also gives tips on how to write a Resume.

President Bonner shared handouts with contact information related to Urban Renewal Development, from Jurisdictional Coordinator and AIM President Elder Mark L. Walden. She also spoke on our new SMM Mayor and Council positions for Youth ages 12-22; voting will occur on SMM Day February 6, 2016 during our YIA Day event.

Closing Prayer by: Superintendent Johnnie Johnson Minutes by: Sister Venessa Harris

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) of Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Saturday, October 17, 2015 Millen District Rally

I. Call to Order: II. Prayer: III. Scriptures: Put on the whole armour of God; that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Ephesian6:11.

IV. Reading of the Minutes: V. Treasurer's Report: VI. Theme: Bring the noise; this means “War”! Song: War by Charles Jenkins & the Chicago Fellowship Choir – District Youth VII. On-Going Old Business: 1. Updating list of churches in the state. 2. Updating list of church representatives.

IX. Old - Tabled Business: 1. Confirmation of District Rally dates, confirmation of Bible Bowl equipment. 2. Request information concerning our At Large Bible Bowl Team, discussion, do we still have an AT Large “Bible Bowl Team” to represent Northern GA II in our Nation AIM contentions? 3. Elder Mark Walden is our Jurisdiction Urban Renewal Grant writer; he is the point of contact for your “Robotic grant free money opportunity”, this is time sensitive. 4. We are in the process of updating our District/Church Representatives information list, on-going.

X. New Business: 1. Urban Renewal Grant information required for Nonprofit for form 401C3 for Tax ID #, Religious, Youth Enrichment information for Georgia/Alabama or South Carolina must be stated in your request petition, as well as the following: Mission statement, student’s ages and their planned educational goals in order to create a positive change in the youth; how this will impact your community & their environment. Each application request must list your Organization’s History to include: Years of existence, the type of Religious services provided, the diversity & inclusion of the people served, the number & the age range of the youth you will impact. The Type of programs provided i.e. technology, science & math, etc. for the improvement of your area’s disadvantaged, at-risk youth, encourage youth leadership, improve quality of life i.e. poverty, health & education thus decreasing petty crimes and removing the status que, of generational disadvantaged and disenfranchised youth. 2. Mayor and cabinet: 1) How should each District to determine their Candidate? 2) How are the Mayor’s & Cabinet selected? 3) When should Mayor & Cabinet campaign? 4) What will the candidate for Mayor do if elected? 5) What will they do? 6) How long is an elected term? 7) Who are eligible to vote, why? 8) Who will the Mayor & Cabinet represent? 9) Do the Mayoral candidates need a platform? 10) How will the Major be elected?

XI. Adjournment:

Super District Rally Meeting: October 24th @ 10:00am followed by a TELECONFERENCE meeting @ 11am on October 24, 2015 Jordan Grove Fellowship Center - Dublin, GA. Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) of Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Saturday, October 17, 2015 Millen District Rally

The meeting was called to order with Payer by: Elder Boris Williams Scripture Read in unison Minutes were read by Sister Alisha Williams and approved by all Treasurers’ Report by: Elder Boris Williams: $1, 474.80 on account; $25.00 Theme Song: Sang by Dublin District Youth, who were well represented

TABLED BUSINESS: 1. Robotics – Question: Do Youth have to participate in robotics to do The Green City Challenge? Deacon Lewis was available to answer question. Answer: No, they do not. All they must do is check "Green City Research Essay (grades 6th-12th" on their registration form. Youth who are new to STEM/ROBOTICS /need/ to take both session classes their first year. //CORRECTION TO REGISTRATION FORM per Dec. Lewis: ROBOTICS/STEM IS 6th-12th grade// 2. STEAM - Miss’y Lewis, spoke on behalf of STEAM, per Deacon Lewis, stated that under aged Youth may submit a joint competitive essay with a youth of the correct age limit, this would be accepted. STEM Showcase was expounded on by Miss’y Betty Lewis: Youth who are working on school Science projects could bring them to be showcased for YIA Day, “Please remember” Youth who are presenting a science projects for school, must complete and turn in a form for same with their project, to be eligible. STEM forms are available on our SMM web site at www.fineartscogic.com. It was strongly suggested by Miss’y Lewis that “ALL Papers” should by reviewed by Church/District Rep, prior to submitting. Miss’y Lewis further suggested that any YOUTH under the competition age limit who wanted to submit an essay could do so for training on each Church/District Level only, which could give the participating Youth experience in writing. Each Church/District could evaluate their Youth and could award them with a Certificate, which could be presented to each, on the Church/District level for encouragement.

OLD BUSINESS: 1. Bible Bowl (Jurisdictional Level) – We would like to have a Competitive Team for AIM: 2016. 2. Elder Mark Walden-Urban Renewal Initiative Coordinator, is the Point of contact (POC) for Grant Writing, which is “free money”; this is //Time sensitive//!! 3. Reminder that our District/Church Reps list is still being updated; Elder Boris Williams is collecting this information. He has a list printed; all you have to do is to initial or check off when you find your name, or update the contact information as needed, to receive SMM meetings and happenings.

NEW BUSINESS: 1. Important Urban Renewal Initiative information list were distributed and expounded upon by President. 2. MAYOR AND CABINET: Elder Williams touched the role, duty and time of service and eligibility for the Mayor. However, it is tabled until Dublin meeting for Elder Bennie's to address. 3. Math: Miss’y Betty Lewis also confirmed that “Math will be available” for YIA Day 2016!!!! More information available on our SMM web site at www.fineartscogic.com there is also a link to the Department of Education for a sample test/quiz. 4. Sister Thomas (Elect Ladies’ Daughter-in–law) reminded their Youth that They: “Need to be MOTIVED” about “their” Youth in Action Day, “Need to be MOTIVED” about school, “Need to be MOTIVED” about “Life”. These words inspired our “National SMM chant” to be started by President Bonner. “All of the Millen District YOUTH”, as well as the Adults joined in, “what a rousing site it was to see and to hear”!

“GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”, “GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”, “GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”, “GET MOTIVATED WITH SMM”, (repeat)!!!!!

Important information for Northern GA II COGIC

One of particular interest to me is the one called Fund Raising Factory. I will personally work with you to launch that one so we can possibly get some monies for our YIA Activities for 2016.

The Funding Factory Since 1997, the Funding Factory" has pioneered and leads the way in Fundraising Through Recycling. The Funding Factory has launched a unique Cell Phone Recycling Program. Collect and recycle empty printer cartridges to earn technology, sports and recreation equipment or even cash. This provides you with another way to capitalize on the fundraising-through- recycling concept. Simply collect used cell phones from parents and local business and you will earn points just like the printer cartridge program. Ongoing deadline. GameStop Youth

I found a resource from one of the UI Training's that gives some key tips to folks who are going to be writing Grants. Let me know if this will helps your cause. I think that if we get a small quick victory and nab a Grant that we can build some inertia within our Jurisdiction and then go for a bigger one.

I really am interested in hearing your thoughts on the Fund Raising Factory Project.

Yours Servant in Christ, Elder Mark L. Walden

Grants Enhance Youth Running Programs Road Runners Club of America: Kids Run the Nation Fund The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) is dedicated to supporting the growth of grassroots running clubs, training programs, and running events while promoting the common interests of runners throughout the United States. The Kids Run the Nation Fund, an initiative of the RRCA, supports nonprofit organizations and schools in the U.S. that are interested in implementing or currently have a youth running program. Grants of $500 to $1,000 are provided to running clubs and other nonprofit organizations such as parent booster clubs, PTAs, etc. Elementary and middle schools that provide organized after-school running programs are also eligible to apply. Since the goal of the grant program is to have kids running at least once a week for multiple weeks, funded running programs should offer more than just one-time events. The application deadline is October 1, 2015. Visit the RRCA website to submit an online application.

Grants Promote STEM Projects in MD, NJ, OH, PA, and WV FirstEnergy STEM Classroom Grants FirstEnergy STEM Classroom Grants provide support to educators at pre-K-12 schools and youth groups in communities served by the company in Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. Grants of up to $1,000 are available for creative classroom projects in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Resources requested should be integral components of a well- planned classroom project/lesson plan, and important to its success. Grants may be used to compensate experts who come to work with students, but not to pay teachers or staff. The application deadline is September 18, 2015. Visit the FirstEnergy website to download the application form.

2014-2015 Community Education Center Community Grants Do you have a creative classroom project that needs funding? Are you affiliated with a school or organization working with young people between the ages of 7 and 18? The American Immigration Council’s Community Education Center is here to help! In an effort to support educators and community organizers in engaging their students and communities in thoughtful dialogues centered on the issue of immigration and multiculturalism, the Center awards bi-annual grants for immigration- themed classroom and community-based projects. The American Immigration Council will award grants nationwide, in the amount of $100 to $500, to fund a limited number of projects that provide education about immigrants and immigration. The American Immigration Council’s Community Education Center seeks to fund activities that are innovative and supportive of The Council’s mission of promoting the benefits of immigrants to our nation. Applications are limited to educators teaching in public or private primary, intermediate and secondary level schools—as well as extension educators and community leaders. Proposals that are classroom-based will receive strong consideration, and the Council encourages projects that can be replicated in other classrooms and communities across the nation. Funds for field-trips will NOT be granted. Grants are non-renewable. The deadline for this grant is October 29, 2015. . Dollar General Community Initiatives

Dollar General's mission is "supporting literacy and youth development initiatives that promote self-sufficiency" in their 25 state territory. Common areas of support include: adult education (adult literacy, GED, etc.), mentoring, youth education programs, youth literacy programs and youth self-esteem programs. Potential applicants can submit a proposal by mail or online. The typical grant does not exceed $20,000. Ongoing deadline. Dorothea Haus Ross Foundation

For more than 30 years, the Foundation has funded care

The Eaton Corporation

The company supports programs that reduce the physical, economic and psychological barriers to self-sufficiency for low-income individuals, families and communities. Funding is targeted to social and physical needs for life sustenance (food, clothing, and shelter) and empowerment (education, employment, etc.) Eaton supports K - 12 programs, particularly math and science programs. Deadline is ongoing.

Georgia-Pacific Georgia-Pacific believes that strong communities are good for business. Their core philosophy is anchored in a belief that for a business to survive and prosper, it must develop and use its capabilities to create sustainable value for both its customers and society. The purpose of the Georgia-Pacific Foundation is to help create and fund those programs and initiatives that add value to, and measurably improve, the quality of life within the communities where Georgia- Pacific employees live and work. They believe that self-reliance and economic fortitude are indispensable components of vibrant communities. The Foundation primarily invests their resources in four key areas that are essential to creating and sustaining strong communities: Education, Environment, Community Enrichment, and Entrepreneurship. Georgia-Pacific leverages these four key areas ("The Four Es") to impact communities. Ongoing deadline.

The Goodrich Foundation, Inc. The Goodrich Corporation Foundation was formed in 1988. The Foundation's principal was established through a contribution by Goodrich Corporation. The Foundation provides support to charitable organizations serving the needs of the public in Goodrich Corporation's United States headquarters and plant communities, to selected educational institutions, and to selected national groups. The Foundation makes charitable grants in four categories: Education; Arts and Culture; Civic and Community; Health and Human Services/United Way. Charitable contributions are made only to organizations defined as "tax exempt" under Section 501 (c) (3) by the Internal Revenue Service. The Foundation will generally allocate its annual charitable giving according to the following percentages: Education: 30% - 40%; Arts and Culture: 15% - 25%; Civic and Community: 15% - 25%; and Health and Human Services/United Way: 20% - 30%. Preference shall be accorded requests for projects or programs in areas having a significant number of employees, employees serving on boards of charitable organizations or other noticeable Goodrich Corporation presence. Ongoing deadline.

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) of Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Saturday - September 12, 2015 Teleconference – 11:00am-12:30pm

I. Call to Order: II. Prayer: III. Scriptures: Put on the whole armour of God; that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Ephesian6:11.

IV. Reading of the Minutes: V. Treasurer's Report:

VI. Theme: Bring the noise; this means “War”! Song: War by Charles Jenkins & the Chicago Fellowship Choir

VII. On-Going Old Business: 1. Updating list of churches in the state. 2. Updating list of church representatives.

IX. Old/Tabled Business: 1. Confirmation of contracts for 2016 information, i.e. hospitality and school. 2. Confirm District Rally dates, confirmation of Bible Bowl equipment. 3. It is “our” desire that “our SMM Choir” sing “our Official Theme Song” going forward, during YIA Day programs. 4. Confirmation of the New Robotics Coordinator for YIA Day 2016. 5. Request information concerning our At Large Bible Bowl Team, discussion as to why we had no “Bible Bowl Team” representation at AIM/SMM 2015 competitions in Tampa, Fl.

X. New Business: 1. We are in the process of updating our District/Church Representatives information list. 2. The Elder’s Wives Class is now open to Minister’s Wives also, per Missy Gant. 3. Elder Mark Walden is our Jurisdiction Urban Renewal Grant writer; he is the point of contact for your “Robotic grant free money opportunity”, this is time sensitive. 4. We have received a “Thank you card” from Elder Roland Johnson.

XI. Adjournment: Super District Rally Meeting: October 24th @ 10:00am followed by a TELECONFERENCE meeting @ 11am both on October 24, 2015 at Jordan Grove Fellowship Center - Dublin, GA.

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) Northern GA II Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC State Teleconference Meeting September 12, 2015

The meeting was called to order by President Gwendolyn Bonner Prayer by Aspiring Miss’y Bobbie Wilson Scripture read by: Sister Olivia Lewis Minutes were read and approved

Treasurer’s Report: $1,544.17, saving account $25.00. Elder Williams stated Brother Bird will cook for SMM 2016; Elder Williams will have Brother Bird sign the contract by next week. Updating list of Churches: We have a new church in the Augusta District, House of Deliverance, Pastor Butler, asked Sister Kimberly Hawkins to join our teleconference meeting today. Do you have to participate in Robotics to do The Green City Challenge? Because we did not have any one from STEM/ Robotic represented to answer, the answer was tabled. It was asked that we sing our SMM Song in Opening Ceremonies, it was unanimous, our theme some will be placed on our open programs going forward. Registration: Miss’y Gamble request that churches “Please” turn in your SMM registration packets early, to insure that your youth will have the classes they have signed up for. The Augusta District Rally will be held on November 14, 2015 at Old Time Way from 10:00 until 12:00; snacks and drink will be provided. She states that she will notify churches to come out and bring their youth. Spelling will not be offered for SMM Day 2016.

Dublin District has coordinated a Super Rally, which will consist of four other Districts, to be held at Jordan Grove Fellowship Center on October 24, 2015 at 10:00 am until 11:00am, our Jurisdictional Teleconference Meeting will commence in place at 11am. A new addition was welcomed to our Jurisdiction and to our Teleconference, therefore; President Bonner went over some of the SMM classes, to include how to represent in their District Bible Bowl team, and that our Elders Wives Class, taught by Miss’y Gant is now open to our Ministers Wives. Sister Saleem asked coordinators to make sure our youth are better prepared for the Bible Recitation class.

Program Committee: Each Mayor will serve for one year. The Twelve Cabinet members: One person will come from each of our 12 Districts. Elder Jones, states, that there is one correction to the minutes, which is an age change, “ONLY Youth ages 12-22” will be eligible to vote for the Mayor. He also states that he will try to get Camouflage design for our wrist bands, and he is still looking for the Plaque with the Hall Of Fame winners, it should be at House Of God.

Prayer by: Elder Bennie Jones Minutes by: Sister Venessa Harris Important information for Northern GA II COGIC

One of particular interest to me is the one called Fund Raising Factory. I will personally work with you to launch that one so we can possibly get some monies for our YIA Activities for 2016.

GameStop Youth

I really am interested in hearing your thoughts on the Fund Raising Factory Project.

Yours Servant in Christ, Elder Mark L. Walden

Funds for Charitable Organizations in Eight States BBVA Compass Foundation The BBVA Compass Foundation supports nonprofit organizations that are making a positive impact in the communities the bank serves in Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, New Mexico, New York, and Texas. The Foundation gives priority to requests that best reflect the following focus areas: community development/financial literacy, education, health and human services, arts and culture, environment and natural resources, and diversity and inclusion. Online applications are due September 30, 2015. (Prior to submitting a grant request, organizations interested in applying are invited to join one of the Charitable Contributions Process Conference Calls/Webinar Presentations to be held on July 24, August 21, and September 11.) Visit the bank’s website to learn more about the Foundation’s guidelines and application process. 2014-2015 Community Education Center Community Grants Do you have a creative classroom project that needs funding? Are you affiliated with a school or organization working with young people between the ages of 7 and 18? The American Immigration Council’s Community Education Center is here to help! In an effort to support educators and community organizers in engaging their students and communities in thoughtful dialogues centered on the issue of immigration and multiculturalism, the Center awards bi-annual grants for immigration- themed classroom and community-based projects. The American Immigration Council will award grants nationwide, in the amount of $100 to $500, to fund a limited number of projects that provide education about immigrants and immigration. The American Immigration Council’s Community Education Center seeks to fund activities that are innovative and supportive of The Council’s mission of promoting the benefits of immigrants to our nation. Applications are limited to educators teaching in public or private primary, intermediate and secondary level schools—as well as extension educators and community leaders. Proposals that are classroom-based will receive strong consideration, and the Council encourages projects that can be replicated in other classrooms and communities across the nation. Funds for field-trips will NOT be granted. Grants are non-renewable. The deadline for this grant is October 29, 2015.

Dollar General Community Initiatives

Dollar General's mission is "supporting literacy and youth development initiatives that promote self-sufficiency" in their 25 state territory. Common areas of support include: adult education (adult literacy, GED, etc), mentoring, youth education programs, youth literacy programs and youth self-esteem programs. Potential applicants can submit a proposal by mail or online. The typical grant does not exceed $20,000. Ongoing deadline. Dorothea Haus Ross Foundation

For more than 30 years, the Foundation has funded care

The Eaton Corporation The company supports programs that reduce the physical, economic and psychological barriers to self-sufficiency for low-income individuals, families and communities. Funding is targeted to social and physical needs for life sustenance (food, clothing, and shelter) and empowerment (education, employment, etc.) Eaton supports K - 12 programs, particularly math and science programs. Deadline is ongoing.

Educational Foundation of America Areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the environment, the crisis of human overpopulation and reproductive freedom, Native Americans, arts, education, medicine, and human services. Important characteristics considered by Educational Foundation of America (EFA) are an organization's record of achievement, intended broad impact, sound financial practices, increasing independence, and correspondence with EFA objectives. The Educational Foundation of America makes grants to qualifying non-profit organizations that have tax-exempt status and those that are not private foundations as defined in the Internal Revenue Code. EFA provides grants for specific projects. It does not provide funds for endowment or endowed faculty chairs, building/capital programs, religious purposes, grants to individuals, annual fund-raising campaigns, indirect costs, overhead or general support. The Foundation prefers not to fund projects located outside the United States. Current funding is approximately $4 million per year with the average grant in the range of $5,000 to $50,000. Ongoing deadlines. Georgia-Pacific Georgia-Pacific believes that strong communities are good for business. Their core philosophy is anchored in a belief that for a business to survive and prosper, it must develop and use its capabilities to create sustainable value for both its customers and society. The purpose of the Georgia-Pacific Foundation is to help create and fund those programs and initiatives that add value to, and measurably improve, the quality of life within the communities where Georgia- Pacific employees live and work. They believe that self-reliance and economic fortitude are indispensable components of vibrant communities. The Foundation primarily invests their resources in four key areas that are essential to creating and sustaining strong communities: Education, Environment, Community Enrichment, and Entrepreneurship. Georgia-Pacific leverages these four key areas ("The Four Es") to impact communities. Ongoing deadline.

The Goodrich Foundation, Inc. The Goodrich Corporation Foundation was formed in 1988. The Foundation's principal was established through a contribution by Goodrich Corporation. The Foundation provides support to charitable organizations serving the needs of the public in Goodrich Corporation's United States headquarters and plant communities, to selected educational institutions, and to selected national groups. The Foundation makes charitable grants in four categories: Education; Arts and Culture; Civic and Community; Health and Human Services/United Way. Charitable contributions are made only to organizations defined as "tax exempt" under Section 501 (c)(3) by the Internal Revenue Service. The Foundation will generally allocate its annual charitable giving according to the following percentages: Education: 30% - 40%; Arts and Culture: 15% - 25%; Civic and Community: 15% - 25%; and Health and Human Services/United Way: 20% - 30%. Preference shall be accorded requests for projects or programs in areas having a significant number of employees, employees serving on boards of charitable organizations or other noticeable Goodrich Corporation presence. Ongoing deadline.

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Saturday – August 8, 2015 8:00am - 9:45am I. Call to Order: II. Prayer: III. Scriptures: Put on the whole armour of God; that ye may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Ephesian6:11.

IV. Reading of the Minutes: V. Treasurer's Report: VI. Theme: Bring the noise; this means “War”! Song: War by Charles Jenkins & the Chicago Fellowship Choir

VII. On-Going Old Business: 1. Updating list of churches in the state. 2. Updating list of church representatives. VIII. Committee Reports: 1. Registration 8. Non-Competitive Event Coordinators 2. Hospitality 9. Lunch Hour Activity 3. Ways and Means 10. Audio 4. Program Committee 11. Web-site: www.FINEARTSCOGIC.COM 5. Public Relations 12. Face Book.com, You Tube & Twitter 6. Choir 13. Media Department 7. Competitive Event Coordinators IX. Old Business: 1. Review ALL YIA Day events and request from June 13, 2015 Conference call meeting. 2. Follow up with the gift card for you YIA Day 2016 Theme, etc. winner. 3. We will not have an Orchestra for 2016. 4. Brother A. Hall has accepted for invitation for him to return for YIA Day 2016. X. New Business: 1. Confirmation of contracts for 2016 information, i.e. hospitality and school. 2. Confirm District Rally dates, confirmation of Bible Bowl equipment. 3. Web sites: Face Book.com, You Tube & Twitter on line. 4. Opening date for Registration & Spirit of Excellence Award nomination begins TODAY!!! 5. The Bishop Mark Walden, SMM Spirit of Excellence Award nomination form is (available). 6. It is “our” desire that “our SMM Choir” sing “our Official Theme Song” going forward, during YIA Day programs. 7. Report of using audio/equipment and engineer from Dublin for YIA Day 2016, Elder B. Jones. 8. CONT discussion on YIA Day Mayor and his District Representative Cabinet members. 9. Request information concerning our At Large Bible Bowl Team, discussion as to why we had no “Bible Bowl Team” representation at AIM/SMM 2015 competitions in Tampa, Fl. 10. Please, see information on “TAMPA Highlights” from AIM/SMM 2015. XI. Adjournment: Next Meeting will be by TELECONFERENCE call. Date: September 12, 2015 11:00am - 12:30pm Free Conference call.com Teleconference number: (513) 386-0000 - Access Code: 504175#

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) Northern GA II Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC State Meeting Minutes August 8, 2015

The meeting was called to order by President Gwendolyn Bonner Prayer by Elder Wilbur Jordan Minutes were read and approved

Treasurer’s Report: Checking account $1,296.97; saving account $25.00. Loving Ministries submitted our “1st correct Registration packet for YIA Day 2016”.

Neither Orchestra nor Spelling will be offered for YIA Day 2016; the “Who is Charles Harrison Mason” class will again be offered; Jump Rope class will be held in the Old Gym. Competitive Math will be offered for 2016. Brother A. Hall has accepted our invitation to repeat his contributions of song & praise, as he did this year. Elder Sylvester Turner from Shiloh Ministries spoke on his new class entitled “Effective Teaching”. Elder Hutchins spoke on his Non Competitive Computer classes. Deacon Fred Lewis stated that he is the Coordinator for our Robotics /STEMS Ministry. Deacon Lewis states that Deacon Elvin Stacy #706 910-6298 ([email protected]), not present will be the Coordinator for our STEM Showcase; however, Deacon Stacy, who has not attended any meetings, has not personally committed to same. The Green City Research Essay and the STEM Showcase (Science Project) on our registration form are not classes, only the written information has to be submitted. Ways and Means will need to ensure that our “Who is Charles Harrison Mason” class has a projector. Our Drill Team classes, starting at age 8years of age only will be held in the New Gym. Program Committee: Elder Bennie Jones is our point of contact for Trophies and Certificates; he ensures that we stay within our budget. Please, remember to submit your nominee to be selected as a recipient for our Special Recognition and Hall of Fame Awards. Our Youth Mayor is an elected position each candidate will have space for a 30 second speech as to “why he/she should be Mayor”, please be prepared. The Mayor’s Council will consist of 12 members, one from each on our Districts. We will try to use Josey’s High School computer to calculate the votes, if not we will have to count them manually, during our Closing Ceremony. Elder Bennie is working on “I Voted Stickers” to give to each youth, after they vote. Elder Hutchins stated that there is a free program available on computers that can be used to vote. Lunch hour Activity will be Basketball free throw for male/female. Elder Jones will check on the using a different Audio System for YIA Day 2016. We are asking that our YIA Day Choir sing our Theme Song each year going forward. Miss’y Carla Clemmons will provide the red handkerchiefs for our “This is War Song”. Camouflage colors have been chosen for YIA Day “War” attire for everyone; Young Ladies, please remember that we are COGIC i.e. “no pants”. Elder Boris Williams will speak with Brother Bird/Hospitality to provide a lunch hour menu and sign our 2016 contract. Open Registration and The Spirit of Excellence Award Nominations began today. Church Representatives, “Please”, use “Current” forms only. We are “Believing GOD” on reaching a registration goal of 1,000 attendees for YIA Day 2016!!! Our 2016 International AIM Convention will be held in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Next Meeting will be by Teleconference on September 12, 2015 at 11:00 am. Closing Prayer by: Elder Hutchins. Minutes submitted by Sister Venessa Harris.

YIA 2016 1. Theme: Be Bold! Be Brave! Be More! With Jesus Christ Scripture: “For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.” Ephesians 2:10 Song: “Yes” (The Walls Group)

2. Theme: Believe & Do It Anyway! Scripture: Submit therefore unto God. Resist the devil and he will flee from you. Draw near to God and He will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners; and purify your hearts, you double minded. James 4:7-8. Song: "Closer" (Erica Mason.)

3. Theme: Bring The Noise This Means War Scripture: Ephesians 6:11 Put on the whole armor of God that ye May be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. Song: “War” (Charles Jenkins & Chicago Fellowship Choir)

4. Theme: "I am a Jesus Promoter" Scripture: John 14:6: Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me. Song: “We've Gotta Put Jesus Back” (Kurt Carr & The Kurt Carr Singers)

5. Theme: A Friend In High Places Scripture: Henceforth I call you not servants; for the servant knoweth not what his lord doeth: but I have called you friends; for all things that I have heard of my Father I have made known unto you. John 15:15 Song: “I Am A Friend Of God” (Israel Houghton)

6. Theme: Back To Your First Love Scripture: For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. John 3:16 Song: “No Greater Love” (Hezekiah Walker)

7. Theme: All or Nothing: Give Me You!!! Scripture: When thou saidst, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, Lord, will I seek. Psalms 27:8 Song: “Give Me You” (Shana Wilson)

8. Theme: You Can Have All The World, Just Give Me Jesus!!! Scripture: I love them that love me; and those that seek me early shall find me. Proverbs 8:17 Song: “Give Me You” (Shana Wilson)

9. Theme: My God You're AMAZING!!!! Scripture: Thou, even thou, art Lord alone; thou hast made heaven, the heaven of heavens, with all their host, the earth, and all things that are therein, the seas, and all that is therein, and thou preservest them all; and the host of heaven worshippeth thee. Nehemiah 9:6 Song: “You're Amazing” (Ricky Dillard & New G)

10. Theme: Let's Go Back To The Old Landmark Scripture: And I will give them an heart to know me, that I am the Lord: and they shall be my people, and I will be their God: for they shall return unto me with their whole heart. Jeremiah 24:7 Song: “Let Us All Go Back” (Ricky Dillard & New G)

11. Theme: Fill me up God Scripture #1: Eph 5:18 - And be not drunk with wine, where in is excess, but be filled with the spirit. or Scripture #2: Matthew 5:6 - Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness for they shall be filled. Song: “Fill me up God”

Highlights from International AIM/SMM 2015 2015 International AIM/SMM, Tampa, FL

1) A BIG “Praise the Lord and Thank you” goes out to: Aspiring Missionary Angelina Tate, our YIA Day‘s Young Women’s Coordinator, because she fit in as a custom made instrument, “Representing us well” during our International AIM/SMM Convention in Tampa by stepping up to replace Competitive Event Helpers, who did not attend during the week, and assisting our SMM Coordinator Evangelist V. Owens. Thank you: Aspiring Missionary Angelina Tate, for a “job well done”!

2) On Tuesday morning July 1st, Miss’y Gwendolyn Bonner SMM President, was tasked with the tremendous responsibility of imparting nuggets of information as the Speaker of the day, during the International AIM/SMM Convention Jurisdictional training session.

3) Miss’y Gwendolyn Bonner received one of only eight International SMM 20 year Certificate of Recognition Awards, issued during our SMM Breakfast Ceremony, for her committed, dedicated service in Fine Arts and SMM Department.

4) During SMM Awards Ceremony on Friday July 3, our New Robotics Team received a “ huge” 1 st place Trophy for Mechanical Design from a three day Robotics Competition Event. “Thank you” so very much, Emeritus Supt Le Roy James and members of Friendly alone with Supt Eduardo Parker of Church of All Nations. A Special “Thank you” to Elder Martin and his “WONDERFUL” family from Church of all Nations in Birmingham, and Miss’y Betty & Deacon Fred Lewis of Friendly, for “All” of the endless hours of dedication and tireless serve they sowed into traveling, building & training our Youth and perfecting their robots.

5) Also on Friday July 3, our 2015 YIA Day recipient of “The Spirit of Excellence Award” Evan Hall, a member of Jordan Grove in Dublin, Supt Ira Edwards Pastor, was inducted into the newly established “International Bishop Charles Blake Achievers Hall of Fame”. He is this “Award’s First Recipient”.

6) Our Youth in Action/SMM: 2016 Bible Bowl "Books of the BIBLE" are: Hosea, Joel, Amos & Obadiah. These four books of the Bible are also the International SMM/AIM 2016 books. We are hoping to have a Team representing us for 2016.

7) AIM/SMM 2016: “Cincinnati Ohio”.

Fact Sheet YIA DAY 2016 June 2015 June 13th ………………………………………………………………….Teleconference call

June 30th ...... Deadline for updated packets from Coordinators for YIA Day

July 2015 July 15th ………………...... Last date for ALL Competitive Events packets for YIA Day

August 2015 August 1st……….………………………………….Web-site reopen: www.fineartscogic.com

August 8th....8-9:45am………………………Headquarters Church - Opening Registration and Spirit of Excellence District Nominations. YIA Day 2016 Theme: Theme: Bring the noise; this means war. Scripture: Ephesians 6:11 & Song: War by Charles Jenkins & the Chicago Fellowship Choir

September 12th...11:00am -Teleconference number: (513) 386-0000 - Access Code: 504175#

October 24th.....11:00am -Teleconference number: (513) 386-0000 - Access Code: 504175#

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January 2016 January 2nd... 8-9:45am………………………Headquarters Church - General Registration & Spirit of Excellence District Nominations Ends following Bishop’s meeting January 2nd...…..…………………..Fee change to on - site registration price @ 1200 noon

January 23rd……10:00am-1200noon…………...….………the last meeting before YIA Day "Final Preparation meeting for YIA Day”

February February 5th…….……………………….……From 5p.m. until On - Site preparations at T.W. Josey Comprehensive High School – 1701 15th Street – Augusta, GA 30904 – Phone # (706) 737-7360

February 6th ………………………….…….…………………"YIA Day Event" 6:30 - 8:30 a.m. Self - serve Breakfast 8:00 - 8:45 a.m. "All staff briefing" 9:00 - Opening Services 1:15 - 3: 30 p.m. Closing Services

Church Of God In Christ Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction The Scholastic Motivation Ministries

The Bishop Mark Walden Spirit of Excellence Award

The Motto: “Preparing Today’s Generation To Be Tomorrow’s Leaders.” The Purpose: To empower and provide resources and avenues to let the youth exercise their varied talents and gifts. All young people are encouraged to reach their full potential in a Godly manner.

“In the Spirit of Excellence” To celebrate the accomplishments of our young people, this year the Bishop Mark Walden Fine Arts Spirit of Excellence Award will be given to some young person who is selected by the Jurisdictional Spirit of Excellence Award Committee. This award will be open to all young people between the ages of six and twenty- five whom are active in his/her church and the Fine Arts Program. Each church will be able to nominate a young person. From these nominees a district winner will be chosen; from the district nominees, a youth will be recommended for Jurisdictional Award. For details, go to www.fineartscogic.org after opening day for registration YIA 2016. The Bishop Mark Walden, SMM Spirit of Excellence Award

The SMM Department works with Scholastic Motivation Ministries that are sponsored during the International AIM Conference. The motto of Scholastic Motivation Ministries is “Preparing Today’s Generation to be Tomorrow’s Leaders.” The purpose of the ministries is to empower and provide resources and avenues to let the youth exercise their varied talents and gifts. All young people are encouraged to reach their full potential in a Godly manner. To celebrate the accomplishments of our young people, this year the Bishop Mark Walden Fine Arts Spirit of Excellence Award will be given to some young person who is selected by the Jurisdictional Spirit of Excellence Award Committee. GUIDELINES 1. This award will be open to all young people between the ages of six and twenty-five. 2. This young person should be an active member in his/her church and the SMM Program. 3. This young person should represent the spirit of excellence in every aspect of his/her life. (for example: home, school, church, and the community) 4. Each church will be able to nominate a young person, using the nomination form. A young person may only be nominated 2 years in a row; however within the span of five years a youth may be nominated again. The nominee should not be involved in the nomination process. 5. In each district, a district winner will be chosen from the church nominees. This person will be recommended for the Jurisdictional Award. 6. A committee will be formed with one representative from each district to select the Jurisdictional winner. The representative should not be the District Fine Arts Representative or a member of the same church as the District winner. 7. The representative selected to serve on the selection committee will be chosen by each SMM District Representative. This person will not be involved in the final evaluation of the District’s nominee. Forms are now available. The deadline to return the district winner’s form to the Jurisdictional SMM Department will be January 2, 2016. A committee, consisting of representatives from each District, will meet January 23, 2016 at the Jurisdictional SMM meeting. All District Representatives need to be present (even if the district does not have a nominee) to select the Jurisdictional winner. If the district representative does not come, then the district will not have a vote in selecting the Jurisdictional winner. The Jurisdictional winner will be recommended for the International Scholastic Motivation Ministries Achievers Hall of Fame. The Bishop Mark Walden, SMM Spirit of Excellence Award Nomination Form

Nominee: ______Age (6 – 25) ______

Grade ______

Church______

District______Please answer the following questions with as many details as possible. This information will assist the committee in selecting the recipient of this award. Use a separate sheet(s) if necessary.

1. What areas of the church does the nominee serve? (Example: General Church, Sunday School etc). Describe in detail the church activities in which the nominee has participated? And how long?

2. Has the nominee participated in the Jurisdictional Fine Arts Department? ______If yes, which activities has the nominee participated in? List any awards. Participation: Number of years ______Last year participated ______

3. Does the nominee serve or volunteer in community activities? ______If yes, please describe the activities. ______

4. Why do you feel this young person should receive this award of excellence? This nominee, ______is in good standing with his/her local Church and District. SMM-YIA Day Representative (Church) ______Date: ______Pastor: ______Date______District SMM-YIA Day Representative/Date District Superintendent Date Deadline for District Nominee Application – January 2, 2016 "War"

By: Charles Jenkins & Chicago Fellowship Choir

I got joy in my soul God is in control I got Satan on my trail But I'm singing all is well He's attacking everyday But I'm watching while I pray No matter the attack I won't turn back

This means war - This means war x’s 2

I got joy in my soul God is in control I got Satan on my trail But I'm singing all is well He's attacking everyday But I'm watching while I pray No matter the attack I won't turn back

This means war - This means war x’s 2 Help me to plead the blood x’s4 I've been in the storm and the rain But the blood still stays the same Whatever's going wrong My war clothes are on I might be in a daze But you can't have my praise

No matter the attack I won't turn back

This means war - This means war

You can't have my family

You can't have my increase You can't have my breakthrough You can't have my You can't have my You can't - you can't I Plead

Help me to plead the blood x’s4

This means war - This means war x’s 3

5-6-7-8 [tapping and clapping]

(From the beginning) Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) of Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Saturday, June 13, 2015 Teleconference call - 9:00pm (2100hrs)

I. Call to Order: II. Prayer: III. Thou hast granted me life and favor, and thy visitation hath preserved my spirit. Job 10:12

IV. Reading of the Minutes: V. Treasurer's Report: VI. Theme: God’s Favor. Scriptures: Job 10:12 Song: Life and Favor – By: John P. Kee, (feat. James Fortune, Isaac Carree & Lejuene Thompson) VII. On-Going Old Business: 1. Updating list of churches in the state: 2. Updating list of church representatives:

VIII. Committee Reports: 1. Registration 8. Non-Competitive Event Coordinators 2. Hospitality 9. Lunch Hour Activity 3. Ways and Means 10. Audio 4. Program Committee 11. Web-site: www.fineartscogic.com 5. Public Relations 12. Face Book.com, You Tube & Twitter 6. Orchestra/Choir 13. Media Department 7. Competitive Event Coordinators

IX. Old Business: a) Hospitality Coordinator: Our special committee to reexamine contract for YIA Day 2016. b) Accomplishments achieved and goals for YIA Day 2015 c) Suggestion on ways of improving YIA Day 2016. d) Ways to improve our SMM Department going forward. e) What New events should we add or delete? Competitive/non-competitive – Lunch hour. (Each event “must” include an Adult Coordinator). f) Please confirm your position for 2016 SMM Staff/Event Coordinator /Members, Social Media monitors. g) YIA Day 2016 Theme, Scripture & Songs. h) State Meetings and Regional Rallies dates/times YIA Day 2016. i) All competitive event packets to be finalized in July 2015 - PLEASE!!!

XI. New Business: 1. August 8th: All event packets finalized. 2. Goals for YIA Day 2016 XII. Adjournment: Next Meeting will be held at Headquarters Church August 8, 2015 from 8:00 – 9:45am

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC SMM Teleconference Minutes June 13, 2015

The meeting was called to order by President Gwendolyn Bonner. Prayer by: Elder Enoch Gamble, Scripture by: Evangelist Ann Blair, Minutes were read and approved. Treasurer’s Report by: Elder Boris Williams.

REGISTRATION: Miss’y Maxine Gamble is responsible for Registration information; will keep Youth and Adult forms separate. If deadline dates are missed by Coordinators, they will “not” be able to present for YIA Day. Deadline for updated packets from Coordinators is July 15th. President Bonner introduces and welcomed *Elder Turner & Elder Short, our Newest Class Coordinators. Open registration day is Aug. 8th. Missy Betty Lewis is returning to Math; Deacon Fred Lewis was welcomed, as our “New” Coordinator for STEM and Robotics. There were “11” 2016 Themes, Songs & Scriptures summited for consideration. The submitted THEMEs numbers were voting on (please refer to 2016 YIA Day theme suggestions); #3, #10, #11 were chosen for voting; our 2016 Winner was # 3. Theme: Bring the noise; this means “War”! Scripture: Ephesian 6:11. Song: War by Charles Jenkins & the Chicago Fellowship Choir, a $25 visa gift card will be presented to the winner: Arniya Lemon (11yrs); Ranger Grove COGIC Dublin, Praise the LORD!!!

A YOUTH MAYOR& COUNCIL was suggested by Elder Bennie Jones, it was received well by all. Elder Bennie explained we will have a Youth Mayor and his Youth Cabinet. The Youth will have a chance to hear each campaign speech and promise from each Mayor candidate; ONLY the “young people” will be eligible to vote for their Mayor. Voting will take place on YIA day during lunch hour; a poll will be set up so that they can vote. Each participate must be registered at YIA to vote. During our March revival, each District may have one candidate; each District Representative is responsible for selecting their Candidate. They “must” participate in our SMM meetings. Grade limited to a rising “High School Senior”. Mayoral Candidates “will” campaign; the Council will be decided by each District. The Committee will consist of: Elder Bennie Jones, Miss’y Maxine Gamble, and Sister Venessa Harris. Each Youth must be approved by their Pastors and be able to come to Events on Local, District, and Jurisdictional levels. Our WEBSITE @ www.fineartscogic.com will be offline for construction shortly, please get whatever information you need now, it will reopen on August 1st. we need all Coordinators to confirm your event now “Please”. Miss’y Tressy Parks from Atlanta District needs more seats in her room and a Holding Room. Only the fire Marshall sets the number of seats per room *Extra Room for Spelling Areas. *The School is excited to have us back, *anything we need. The new Principal is willing to help us with, They were ecstatic that we are using their school; “To GOD Be the Glory”!

PROGRAM COMMITTEE: Asked that we, Re-invite praise leader/star Spangled Banner from last year; we have not heard our Team song sang by our YIA Day choir for years; it was discussed that we would like the Fine Arts (SMM) Theme Song to be sung again during each YIA Day event going forward. Orchestra/Choir: *Miss’y Bonner will find out if we will have the Orchestra workshop for YIA 2016. Lunch Time Events are Basketball & Mayoral and Youth Council voting. Elder Darrion Short, Pastor: Elder Quatin Robinson of HOMM. NEW CLASS: Introduction for Church Program Advertisement: *Workshop on how to design program flyers and posters to draw attention to those outside of our Church.*If we can teach the youth in our local churches, teaching them how to design, they can help their church by designing them in the house and saving money and resources. Age limit: 15-36 Criteria: no previous knowledge required, unless we do a second year class. Session 1: 26 and up, Session 2: 13-25 We will need Overhead equipment of the school, Software Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator; CS6 Effective Teaching; Elder Turner; class is OPEN TO ALL; different methods of teaching. AUDIO, Elder Bennie Jones friend did the best job on audio; Elder Bennie will find out by August 8th.Meetings if he is available. After August: Sept. 12 11am, Oct 24 11am, Jan 2 8-9:45, Jan 23, 10-12pm - LAST MEETING Feb 5 - MEET @ SCHOOL AT 5-until Closing Prayer: Elder Boris Williams. Teleconference number: (513) 386-0000 Access Code: 504175#. Submitted by: Sister Aleshia Williams

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC 2015 Critique Agenda Meeting Saturday - March 21, 2015 8:00am - 9:45am I. Call to Order: II. Prayer: III. Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above… James 1:17; …Stir up the gift…II Timothy 1:6

IV. Reading of the Minutes: V. Treasurer's Report: VI. Theme: Youth Developing their Godly gifts. Scriptures: Psalms James 1:17, II Timothy 1:6 Song: The Gift (it looks good on you) by Donald Lawrence VII. On-Going Old Business: 1. Updating list of churches in the state. 2. Updating list of church representatives.

VIII. Committee Reports: 1. Registration 8. Non-Competitive Event Coordinators 2. Hospitality 9. Lunch Hour Activity 3. Ways and Means 10. Audio 4. Program Committee 11. Web-site: www.FINEARTSCOGIC.COM 5. Public Relations 12. Face Book.com/Fine-ArtsCOGIC 6. Orchestra/Choir 13. Media Department 7. Competitive Event Coordinators

IX. New Business: YIA 2014 Photos/video has been placed on our web for viewing – “Please Enjoy”….. 1. Remember to visit our web site, Face Book.com, Fine Arts COGIC & Twitter. 2. Senior Bible Bowl participant’s Certificates of Participation. 3. Discussions: a) Accomplishments achieved for YIA 2014 - Meeting our goals/attending National AIM 2014. b) What were the things that went right on YIA Day 2014? d) What were the things that went wrong on YIA Day 2014? e) Suggestion on ways of improving YIA Day 2015. f) Ways to improve our SMM Department going forward. g) What New events should we add? Competitive/Non-Competitive – Lunch hour. (Each event must include a Coordinator)

X. Please confirm your position for 2015 SMM Staff/Event Coordinator /Members, Social Media monitors Senior Bible Bowl participates will be presented with a Certificate of Participation.

XI. Start preparing to turn in the following: a. YIA Day 2015 Theme, Scripture & Songs. b. State Meetings and Regional Rallies dates and times. 2 c. What non-competitive events you would like to delete or add? d. All competitive event packets finalized by August 9th, for YIA 2015 - PLEASE!!!

XII. Adjournment: Next Meeting August 9, 2014 at 0800am at Head Quarters Church

Scholastic Motivation Ministry (SMM) Northern Georgia Second Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction COGIC Critique Meeting Saturday, March 21, 2015

The meeting was called to order by President Gwendolyn Bonner. Prayer by: Sister Venessa Harris. Minutes were read and approved. Treasurer’s Report $2,153.26 Elder Williams has prepared a sign in sheet for our convenience; we only need to place a check mark by our name for attendance. “Thank you Elder Boris”.

A suggestion letter was received and read from Miss’y Diann O’Neal, which stated that YIA 2015 was a wonderful, spiritual event with the addition of our special guest, Brother Ahmad Hall Minister of Music, who has a COGIC back grown; he is from a Methodist Church in Kennesaw, GA. Miss’y Diann requested that we invite him back for YIA Day 2016. All so suggestions were made to 1) allow Oratorical winner to recite his/her speech during our award ceremony; 2) re- implement the Fashion Show and 3) restore the Math Competition event for YIA 2016. Everyone agreed with all of the suggestions. We will need a Coordinator for the Fashion Show, so please spread the word. Miss’y Lewis has agreed to return to our Math event for YIA Day 2016. Registration – We had a total of 750 registered participants for SMM 2015. Miss’y Gamble sent letters out to each church, at her own expense, to inform Pastors of Open Registration Day inform and the value of early registration, but she still received most packets on the Closing Registration day. At the meeting we voted to have Open Registration for SMM 2016, to start on August 8, 2015, we are hoping that this will improve compliance. STEM - Coordinator Miss’y Lewis stated that there were 4 Science Fair Project participants for 2015 that were judged, they received a Certificate of participation. Miss’y Lewis had 20 youth in her STEM class all had a great time; Deacon Fred Lewis is our new STEM Coordinator for 2016. Elder Jones - Program Coordinator suggested that we allow our Youth to pick next year’s Theme, Song and Scripture, with a deadline by June 7, 2015. We discussed having a conference call meeting on June 13, 2015. The time was voted and agreed upon for 2100 hours, (9:00 pm). Sister Harris will send Elder Bennie the phone number for our conference call. Miss’y Tressy Jones - Spelling Coordinator had a lot of youth in her 1st session class and hardly any in her second session; also added that the classroom needs more chairs and she needs a holding room for YIA Day 2016. Bible Recitation and Oratorical were well supported, possibly due to not having our Math Competition. Elder Sylvester Turner, Middle GA District - Will conduct a new Adult “Effective Teaching” class for SMM 2016. Prayer Room went well. The Adjutant Class will be every other year. Sister Harris will contact Aleshia Williams to post on Facebook and Twitter the SMM suggestion for our Youth come up with our Theme, Scripture and Song for 2016. Closing Prayer by: Elder Boris Williams Submitted by: Sister Venessa Harris Teleconference on June 13, 2015 at 2100 hours/9pm Teleconference number: (513) 386-0000 Access Code: 504175#