THE 38TH ANNUAL
Launching New Dimensions of Service”
NOVEMBER 21, 2015 CONCORD HILTON CONCORD, CA THE BEGINNING OF... Fashionetta
The term Fashionetta is a trademark term used by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. for community program presentations. A chapter may select format of that presentation.
Kappa Beta Omega Chapter has chosen to apply term to a community debut for young ladies who are high school seniors or college freshmen. The aspects involved in “Fashionetta” are:
• Charm and Poise Awareness • Cultural Awareness • Career Planning and College Preparation • Community Service • Waltz Presentation • Social Activities
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1 Debutantes enjoyDebutante a process that is fair and freePoint of bias. Therefore,System each debutante has: • Received points for participation in community service activities, debutante activities, ad sales, waltz rehearsals, and for following established dress guidelines. Each of these factors is important. Significant effort is required in all areas. • Reviewed and been able to clearly articulate the point system. • Recognized that ad sales are not the only factor used to determine “Miss Fashionetta”. • Recognized that special recognitions are not based on one factor but require significant effort in several areas. • Adhered to the established point system guidelines and timelines.
Points are allocated in the following areas:
Community Service • 60 hours of community service is required and must be completed by the deadline. • No bonus points are given for more than 60 hours. Ads All ads must be submitted timely. All guidelines shared at the ad sales workshop must be followed. Ad points are based on a preset formula.
Deb Activities • Participate in scheduled activities. • Attend activities. • Submit a calendar. • Complete assignments. • Adhere to established guidelines and timelines.
Waltz Practices • Attend all scheduled dance rehearsals • Actively and fully participate in learning the choreographed waltz. • Adhere to established rehearsal guidelines and timelines.
Dress Approval • Purchase the dress by the deadline. • Provide required photos of the dress by the deadline.
GRADE POINT AVERAGE AND SAT/ACT SCORES ARE NOT FACTORS IN THE POINT PROCESS.
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1. A Debutante must be eitherTo a high be school Presented senior or college freshman at the date of the event. 2. All community service must be completed. 3. Active participation in Debutante Activities is required. 4. All fees must be timely paid. 5. A minimum of 8 pages of ads must be sold. 6. A minimum of 6 dinner tickets must be sold. 7. All hair and dress guidelines must be met.
Kappa Beta Omega Chapter of Alpha KappaCertification Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is proud to certify that the debutantes who are participating in “Fashionetta” XXXVIII have met all the requirements and obligations per our contract and are therefore eligible to be presented to our community on Saturday, November 21, 2015.
Angela Wilson Jones, President Kappa Beta Omega Chapter Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
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3 A MESSAGE FROM THE REGIONAL DIRECTOR
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4 A MESSAGE FROM THE CHAPTER PRESIDENT
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5 A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR OF VALLEJO
Osby Davis, Mayor ∙ 555 Santa Clara Street ∙ Vallejo ∙ CA ∙ 94590 ∙ 707.648.4377
Greetings from the Mayor
I offer my congratulations and best wishes to Kappa Beta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., as you celebrate your 38th Annual “Fashionetta” Debutante Ball on Saturday, November 21, 2015. I commend your organization for your commitment and service as a model for promising young ladies who represent the City of Vallejo.
Your theme “Precious Pearls: Launching New Dimensions of Service” exemplifies the kind of leadership that mirrors the fabric of your sorority.
It is always my pleasure to acknowledge the good work of your chapter which has been a staple of commitment to service in our community for so many years. I wish you continued success.
Congratulations to all the Debutantes. The future is yours to make.
Osby Davis Mayor
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6 A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR OF FAIRFIELD
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7 A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR OF SUISUN CITY
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8 A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR OF VACAVILLE
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2015 ChapterAngela Wilson Jones, Officers President Sandra Stowes, First Vice President Kim Miller, Ivy Leaf Reporter Suzanne Crutison, Second Vice President Gwendolyn White, Hospitality Rosalind Hines, Treasurer Elaine Faucett, Chaplain Hazel Wilson, Financial Secretary* Juanisha Cox, Keeper of the Door Carmen Marie Vance, Recording Secretary Patricia Barber, Member-At-Large Stephanie Bowens, Assistant Recording Secretary Nakiesha Brooks-Davis, Member-At-Large Rachelle Jackson, Corresponding Secretary Kahlia Hawkins, Member-At-Large Aleisha Dobbins, Assistant Corresponding Secretary Camille Jefferson, Member-At-Large Sheila Kibble Gibson, Parliamentarian Taliah East Johnson, Member-At-Large
LaVerne Barbarin Patricia Fortman* Julia Lamons Mary Stowes-Knodt Ida Barbour Alaina FriesonChapter Esker-DMembers Ligon Latyna Wade-Young Ramona Bishop Mary Jane Greene Dorothy Miller Geneva Watts* Sarena Brumfield Marian Harrell Sabrena Miller Andrinee Wilson Tucker Belinda Byrd Darnella Hendrix Vishani Miller Jacqueline Woods Delannia Caldwell Deatra Isadore Ralonda Molex A. Marie Young* Suzanne Crutison Carolyn Jackson* LaShante Scott Charmayne Young Vivian Evans Minnie Johnson Barbara Scott Dempsey Mary E Faucett Michelle Jordan Faucett Lesley Stewart
*Charter member **Golden Soror, 50-year member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
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10 Alpha KAPPAKappa BETA OMEGAAlpha CHAPTER Sorority, Inc. SOROR OF THE YEAR 2014 Barbara Scott Dempsey
Soror Barbara Scott Dempsey has been named Kappa Beta Omega 2014 Soror of the Year.
Soror Barbara was initiated into Kappa Beta Omega Chapter on December 15, 1996. She is a very dedicated member and has held several leadership positions including Chapter President during Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s Centennial Year in 2008; Assistant Recording Secretary, Parliamentarian and Member-At-Large.
She chaired the Health Committee for several years and represented the Chapter as sponsor of the African American Family Reunion Committee’s Juneteenth Celebration. She also led the chapter’s participation sponsorship of the American Cancer Society’s annual Relay for Life.
Soror Barbara’s interest in community health stems from a 30-year career as an acute care nurse at Doctors Medical Center in Pinole, CA while selflessly balancing her devotion to family and service to AKA. Upon retirement, she remained true to her calling and began a second career as an RN for the Vallejo City Unified School District. She retired earlier this year but still assists from time to time training other nurses.
Soror Barbara truly gives her best to Kappa Beta Omega and serves as a gentle mentor to other Sorors. She is proud to be an AKA woman, “because it allows me to work with Poised Professional Women of Purpose.”
Congratulations, Soror Barbara.
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Ivies BeyondElla Blackmon the Wall Marrietta Bryant Winefred Fields Rosie Hynes Santa Fe Moses Grace Patterson Bernice Porter Marva Rogers Carmel Webster Dorothy Brown Floretta Brumfield Lydia Elliott Georgia Stinson
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12 Alpha KAPPAKappa BETA OMEGAAlpha CHAPTER Sorority, Inc. 2015 KEYNOTE SPEAKER Genea Brice
Genea S. Brice is a born-again Christian who loves the Lord God with all of her heart, mind, body, soul, and strength. Firmly believing that Salvation plus Education makes a good Combination, she is in perpetual pursuit of academic excellence.
She currently holds a B.A. in Liberal Studies/English Literature from Patten University, and an M.A. in Old Testament Studies from Sacramento Theological Seminary, and is the founder, president and CEO of a multi-ethnic mentorship program for girls called W.I.N.G.S. (Women Inspiring the Next Generation of Sisters).
A published poet, mentor, teacher, tutor, and public speaker, her unique brand of scriptural soundness and cultural relevance make her a much sought-after Christian conference and motivational speaker throughout the Bay Area and abroad. In February, 2010, she became a published author, as well! Her first book is entitled, Weaned in the Desert: Souvenirs from Sacred Seasons with my Savior.
On July 28,2015, Mrs. Brice was given the high honor of being named The First Poet Laureate of the City of Vallejo. This recognition stands alone among the many significant achievements of her life.
Along with her firm foundation in Christ, Mrs. Brice is a community activist, cycling enthusiast, and dog-lover. She eagerly anticipates what The Lord will do next in her life!
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13 Welcome ...... Program Angela Wilson Jones, President Introduction of Emcee...... Angela Wilson Jones, President Emcee...... Camille Jefferson Introduction of the Debutantes and Escorts ...... Camille Jefferson Introduction of Keynote Speaker ...... Sheila Kibble Gibson Keynote Speaker ...... Genea Brice
MUSICAL PERFORMANCES Sandra Stewart, Choreographer
“Will you be there” – Michael Jackson “Flex” Instrumental – Be-Le-Be “Dance of the Flowers” Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker – The London Philharmonic
Invocation ...... Elaine Faucett
DINNER IS SERVED
Acknowledgements ...... Lynette Henley Alpha Kappa Alpha Hymn Soror of the Year Presentation...... Angela Wilson Jones Award Presentations ...... Carmen Vance, Hazel Wilson & Camille Jefferson Vernon M. James III Memorial Award Escort of the Year Award Miss Congeniality Award Crowning of Miss Fashionetta
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2015 Scholarship Recipients
Victoria Alvarez Vanden High School
Kirstin A. Cauthorn Armijo High School
Carly Gordon St. Patrick-St. Vincent High School
Shoshanna Joseph Will C. Wood High School
Marsha Theus Jesse Bethel High School
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15 MISS FASHIONETTA 2014 Ashley Lauren Taylor Harris
Greetings, I’d first like to start off by congratulating the 2015 Debutantes and Escorts. I know that this program has given each of you the necessary tools and skills to be successful. You all have grown tremendously over the past few months going through the different workshops, activities, community services, and waltz rehearsals, without even realizing it yet.
As you enter into the world on your own, never forget the experiences and lessons you’ve learned while in this program. Also treasure the friendships you’ve established, and appreciate all the people around you that are constantly supporting you. As well as remembering to trust in the Lord that all things will work out for the best. I believe that all of you are phenomenal individuals with big futures ahead of you, and I look forward to seeing all that you can be.
It was truly an honor being your 2014 Miss Fashionetta, and I gladly await the opportunity to crown the upcoming Debutante for 2015.
I’d like to thank Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Kappa Beta Omega Chapter for hosting the Debutante Ball year after year.
Ashley Harris Miss “Fashionetta” 2014
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Miss1976...... Cheryl Fashionetta Through Hurdthe Years 1978...... Toni Pryor 1979...... Jacqueline Watts 1981...... Gayle Anderson 1982...... Andrea Devault 1983...... Tonka Lessier 1984...... Darlene Royster 1985...... Tara Woodson 1986...... Michelle Raiford 1987...... Tiffani Hayes 1988...... Cherita McDowell 1989...... Carla Nelson 1990...... Andrea McKenzie 1991...... Kippi Joiner 1992...... Michele Lamons 1993...... Ondrea Russell 1994...... Jevedia McGraw 1995...... Adia Jackson 1996...... Crystal Debrow & Charmayne Young 1997...... Andrinee Wilson 1998...... Alexandria Ray 1999...... Shayla Bowman 2000...... Sarena Brumfield & Tai Willie 2001...... Brittany Adkins-Williams 2002...... Ashley Robinson 2003...... Shaunda Johnson 2004...... Erica Brown 2005...... Imani Elliott 2006...... Keila Jones 2007...... LaShanale Wallace 2008...... Monikkia White 2009...... Sylver Wallace 2010...... Reyanna Stowes 2011...... Mahogony Dawson 2012...... Ashley Caldwell 2013...... Ashley Crutison 2014...... Ashley Lauren Taylor Harris
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17 Debutantes through the Years Fashionetta I 1976
Rose Farmer “We’ve OnlyYolanda Just Kidd Begun” Eugenia Sanford Elaine Faucett Trudi Patton Sharon Smith Cheryl Hurd Karen Patterson Lavonia Wade
Fashionetta II 1978
Audrey Hunt “The EuniceEclectic Lawton Surge” Toni Romaine Pryor Anna Marie Kidd Carmen Muck Magda Lizette Strother
Fashionetta III 1979
Ellen Marie“The Blackmon Wonder ofMentha Youth: Ann Hynes Our Future DonnaWorld Tolliver ” Anita Burton Lorena Marroquin Seretta V. Warren Patricia Harrelson Trina L. Thompson Jacqueline Watts
Fashionetta IV 1981
Gayle V. “InfluencingAnderson Decisions:Toi LaSonya Gray Accepting OptionsCherylyn D.” Murray Michelle L. Brown Denise E. Hurts Valerie P. Patterson Rochelle L. Brown Karen Johnson Benita D. Robbins Wendy A. Deloatch Rhonda A. Levias Carmen M. Vance
Fashionetta V 1982
Deborah“The Brown Wonder ofChelese Youth: Rene Jones Our FutureYolanda World Yvette ” Love Andrea Patrice Devault Rosalind Y. Knighten LaVonne Robinson
Fashionetta VI 1983
Jennifer Andrews “A FantasyTonka Lessier in Pearls” Karen Tolliver Gigi Monique Finley Kristina Madison Veronica Walker Angela Johnson Sharita Snagg
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18 Debutantes through the Years Fashionetta VII 1984
Yolanda A. Alfred Yutonyn“Diamonds D. Carter Are KathyForever” M. Lawton Cloria E. Smith Anna L. Bailey Kimberly Chatman Delannia G. Lee Tina Taylor Effie Blackmon Yolanda E. James Lisa D. Patrick Alberta Trigg DeAnna Bluford Vivian Johnson Darlencia R. Royster Rhonda Ware Kimberley Brown Jacquelynn Kiel Devina Sloan Laronda M. Washington
Fashionetta VIII 1985
Sharonda C. Barber “PreciousDeidre Pearls: L. Graham Reaching forAngela Your Jackson Dreams” Theresa A. Porter Courtnee Barbour Carla D. Gregory Charisse Jackson Luree R. Simpkins Tracy Bonner Andrea R. Hayes Wendy N. Jones Jocelyn Williams Katrina Colquitt Raphaela C. Honor Regina McDowell Tara L. Woodsen
Fashionetta IX 1986
Stacy Danielle Baines “PreciousSamantha Pearls: A. Johnson A Night Tiffanyof Jewels Annette Owensand Gems” Achia Yvonne Swift Annette Ray Fucles Trina Lendo Deidra Kristen Powell Valencia Lynn Talley Lisa Renee Grant Charla Maria Lewis Michelle Renee Raiford Vynette Michelle Lewis Tammie X. Simmons Fashionetta X 1987
Christal Atkinson “PreciousTracey Lynette Pearls: Gilmore CultivatingKim Rachelle Excellence” Jefferson Celest Suggs Rhonda Nicole Baker Genea Green Tausha Johnson Tonja Delphine Williams Frances Alicia Brooks Erica Yvonne Griffin Stephanie Jones Crystal N. Willinnham Jovetia Renee Coleman Tiffani Patrice Hayes Candice Camille Lee Michele Wilson Rochelle Antoinette Diggs Patrice Highbaugh Dawn McGee Fashionetta XI 1988
Tami Cherie Anderson “PreciousFelicia Harris Pearls: RadiatingPaula LawtonBeauty” Nicole Tatum Erika Evans Angela Laverne Honor Cherita McDowell Angelyn White Hillary Fortes Felicia Melquita Johnson Sharon A. Monts Kim Williams Kelly Kirkland Andrea Swift
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19 DebutantesFashionetta through XII 1989 the Years
“OurTammara Precious Cryer Pearls: Pride,Ayanna Jones Potential, Perseverance”Carla Nelson Shirley Ellis Stephanie Lewis LaShonda Porter Crystal Evans Rudisha McNeil Ta-Naisha Williams
Fashionetta XIII 1990
Ariana Malika Block “Our PreciousRobin Jeannine Pearls: Grant ExperienceAndrea Camille the Jones Fantasy” Dwanne D. Stringer Onezia Lynetta Burton Nicole Hawkins Jamie Lynn Kane Akilah Swift Monique R. Clark Rachel Hodges Andrea Joy McKenzie Latricia Annette Holley Brandi McMullen
Fashionetta XIV 1991
Genina Bradley“Our PreciousDanesah Pearls: Gaynelle Ingram Scholarship, NicoleService, Lewis Sublimity”Terralyn Renfro Courtney Renee Dempsey Shawana Vernetta Johnson Esker-D Ligon Joan K. Thomas Vena Marie Ford Kippi Lyn Joiner LaToyaka Merritt Stacey Williams Zareth-Shahar Gray Michelle Kenner Vonetta Miller Carmen Harris-Willner Monique Langhorne Chamara Pittman Fashionetta XV 1992
Ty-Sonja Antionette“Our Barber Precious Pearls:Rachelle Pride, D. Jackson Vision, Empowerment”Shannon E. Shelley Ayanna Dormeka Burris Michele Rene Lamons Jocelyn D. Strickland Lakesha Renea Carter Rob’Lena “Shay” Miles Leilani R. Valencia Andrea Annese Ellis Ayanna Najima Nash Kimberly Walton Cori L. Evans Nicole Nunn Natalie D. Williams Tyisen Elane Golden Tamara Elizabeth Rasberry Nicole D. Williams Nicola Michele Gray Kali Kristin Rice Tiffany Shay Williams Kendria K. Glover Robinson
Fashionetta XVI 1993
“OurZkiya Precious Bullock Pearls: NewTamisha JohnsonDimensions in Leadership”LaTasha Porter Jameelah Hodge Marvina Larry Ondrea Russell Letitia A. Johnson Lakenya McClough Zataya Shackelford Wilnea S. Moore
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20 Debutantes through the Years Fashionetta XVII 1994
Tabitha Bellamy “Our PreciousChanell Cochran Pearls: BuildingBriana Kenner the Future” Amber Rasberry Leigh Ann Bender Kristie Cosby Lakethia Lake Joetta Taylor Angela Blount Amanda Garrison Jocelyn Larry Deleta Walker Kemberly Burton Rasheedah Henry Jevedia McGraw Ariana Willie Diaka Carter Shauntel Jacob LaKenya McKenzie Jennifer Kemp Tanya Powell
Fashionetta XVIII 1995
Stacy“Precious Banks Pearls: DelealCelebrating Grear Our Youth”LaChaunte Piernas Ashanna Black Andrea Henry Sylvia Taylor Nakisha Clayton Symone Jack Tania Ware Kiz-zi Coleman Adia Jackson Alesha Williams Shawntaye Peterson
Fashionetta XIX 1996
Cherae Elizabeth Adams“Precious Pearls:Jessica Proud, Sharron FlemonsPoised, Phenomenal”Krystil Jeanenne Porter Kari Sierra Browne Tiffany Nicole Ivory Tinnetta Sheree’ Rockquemore Brenda Sheree’ Chatman Shemila Renee’ Johnson Brandi LaToya Sails Deonna Nicole Clark Kacy Rene’e Lane Jzov’ Jasmine Stith Rekiea Chaunelle Colbert Jaquillia Lewis-Cavaness Delon Rochelle Thurston Crystal Nelcina Debrow Keedra DeShauna McNeill Charmayne Marie Young Brandyn Alexis Doster Benecia Jeanel Newhouse
Fashionetta XX 1997
Karen Anderson“Precious Pearls: ContinuingQuintara Shynique Hayesthe Legacy of Service”Amelia Ann Meyers Kaneisha Denise Bradshaw Shartara Monique Hayes Arnika Nicole Nicols Kinya Claiborne Aaliyah Morgan Hodge Kimberly Ann Plump Ky-Acia Imani Fortman Ebony Sinnamon-Johnson Monique Nicole Powell Fenecia Charee Garner Tiffanee Danielle Jones Danielle Renita Thompkins Tracie Lynette Gordon Mandisa Ain Newsome Lyons Andrinee’ A. Wilson Monique Michelle Griffin Tiffany Nicole McBride Tracey Latoya Woodard
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21 Debutantes through the Years Fashionetta XXI 1998
Monique Jene’ Banks“Precious Pearls:Dalieta Lanee’Blazing Dilworth New Trails”Mellissa Camay Mackbee Dawn Louise Batiste Hasana Ayashia Elliott Raquel Janeen Osby Ryenn Janelle Bonnett Karinda Akilah Elliott Ryann Nicole Pryor Alexandria Romanique Brooks Jamila Kamaria Griffith Alexandria Michelle Ray Amber Katrice Clayton Georgette Dianne Hall Javonna Rouse Kimberly Nicole Clayton Tiffany Nichole Johnson Ieisha Ayanna Sugg Shaunice Latoya Cole Tamisha LaToya Lee Erica Deann Telfor Jennifer Renee’ Cramer Aryanne Lynice Lloyd Ieshia Waller
Fashionetta XXII 1999
“PreciousElla Bell Pearls: BlazingElayne Faucett New Trails, towardNicole Kirk the Next Millennium”Jackie Smith Shayla Bowman Monique Fuller Beyonka McDowell Alisha Swift Jamesha Brady Natayla Johnson Synthia Peterson Akia Terry Eryanne Faucett Porsha Johnson Jessica Smedley
Fashionetta XXIII 2000
Amber “PreciousArmstrong Pearls:Sarena Changing Brumfield Our FutureJoyce McDoleby Knowing OurAlexis Past” Stepney Raelynn Bass Shantelle Brumfield Leilani Mulholland Stacey Stewart Akilah Bonner Shani Davis Narkesia Nelson Maya C. Thompson Ruth Brown Stephanie Greer Veronica Pittman Tai Willie Nikidria Lee LaKeisha Spencer
Fashionetta XXIV 2001
Brittany“Precious Adkins-Williams Pearls: ChangingAreon Our Duchaussee Future by KnowingCandace Our Richmond Past” Brittany Armstrong Nyeri Elliott Janelle Rose Stacy Bankston Kimberly Gross Rashida Sinnamon-Johnson Rasheena Bell Breanna Harris Christian Skillman Larnie Boyd Charron Johnson Mary Stowes Michelle Dorton Bruanne Madison Dishauna Walker Adrienne Douglass Ryan Mauldin Miqaela Williams Davina McKnight
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22 DebutantesFashionetta through XXV 2002 the Years
Amber Nikki“Our Aiken Precious Pearls:Jessica TheErin Clark Legacy Continues”Amaria Rashid Monica Anne Angelo Adrienne Nicole Cotton Ashley Marise Robinson Joanna Maree Bellamy Erinn Nicole Davis Anna Rene’ Simmons Charmien Althea Brown Keyonna Danielle Gillis Gretchen Rachelle Stanton Krystina Brown Adia Aziza Griffith Erin Yvonne Elissa Stewart Crystal Monique Cardwell Sheka Rochelle Jones Linda Williams Ashley Marie Lewis
Fashionetta XXVI 2003
Tiffany Andrea“Precious Bourgeois Pearls: EmbracingMegan Irene Leola the Hardy Spirit of Commitment”Keturah Cheunte Kirk Dionna Burbeck Nicole Virginia Haste Evelenah Michaela Primm Brittany Chantel Claybon Valencia Delorise Henley Michaella Antoinette Rivers Brandi Michelle Cox Rolaine Michelle James Micah Alyce Thompson Stephanie Dickinon Dominique Antoinette Johnson JoAnne Maxine Turner Alyse Monique Hampton Shaunda Raye Johnson Tamara Michelle Wilson Aprell Lunishia King
Fashionetta XXVII 2004
Ashley Nicole“Precious Bonnett Pearls: SteppingAshley MikilaOut Isadoreinto the Arms ofLaneesh the Lajonne World” Salahuddin Stephanie Lynn Bowens Dominique Dheris Johnson LaShante Hydi Scott Erica Marie Brown Jennifer Chelsea Jordan Christina Alexandria Tall Katiah O.R. Chapman Erica Danielle McClanahan Elizabeth Lure’e Talton Nicole Rae-Anne Dudley Kala Arlise McNeill Kristina Lauren Thompson Nicole Angelique Harrison Jahnelle Cherise Robinson Sheneika Nicole Williams Dominique Alexis Rountree Fashionetta XXVIII 2005
Ateris LaDonna“Precious Adams Pearls: FacingAnjelica the Harris Future with Fortitude”Taylor Lauren Madison Crystal Baxter McDowell Jasmine Sommers Jordan Christian Michon Rountree Imani Lydia Adele Elliott Brittney Junior Courtney Nikea Smith Artisha Floyd Natasha Sandra Anne Kenion Mikkela Rose Maria Sweet
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23 DebutantesFashionetta through XXIV 2006 the Years
Cara“Precious Nicole Bonner Pearls: PoisedBianca and Lurline Preparing Folkes for RalondaLeadership” D. Molex-Augusta Leanna Marie Calvin Alaina Raquelle Frieson Ashante’ Reid Ashley Marie Carnegie Hannay Alexis Hannah Sarah Annabel Thompson Juanisha Lanae Cox Kahlia Nichelle Hawkins Rekeda Linzi Tillmon Katherine Delois Cox Keila Marie Jones Danielle Marie Watson Jessica Farr Derrhea Alexandria McLiechey Daijha Lotrice Adana Yates
Fashionetta XXX 2007
Chelsa“Precious Keshawn Bridges Pearls: The EpitomeAshley-Alise Hendersonof Sophistication andStara Promise”Nicole Robertson Rickeya Bushnell Brittnee Michelle Hill Taylor Sauceda Courtney Camille Collier LaShara Johnson Jamorah Renee Speaks Jordan Michelle Gash Micalia Moten Cordie Lorraine Stewart Cami Ashley Hawkins Jocelynn Brianne Only LaShanale Monique Wallace Sequoia Frances Robertson
Fashionetta XXXI 2008
Christian “Nicole”“Precious Dean Pearls: EndeavoringMonique Jones to Succeed with Purpose”Alisha Moore Danielle Desirae Dulaney Erica Dominique Jordan Ashley Pulliam Jasmine Lynise Edwards Mercedes Marie Jordan Whitney Ann Robinson Jessica Danielle Gibson Iesha King Dayna Michelle Sykes Afiya Griffith Mo’Nique Larrimore Nicole Terrell Kellie LaShea Harris Christina May Monikkia Lea White Amber Nicole Hutchison Symone T. McDaniels An’Drea Lynn Wilson Breionna Jackson TiAra McKnight-Daniels Mariah Renee’ Wood Ernisha C. Johnson Allison Paige Morgan Monique Nicole Wooden
Fashionetta XXXII 2009
“PreciousCoral Ceres Chaney Pearls: PursuingDanielle the Monique Dream Jackson and Poised forTaylor the Symone RomeroChange” Kiana Sheree Foxx Kylee Shante Knighten Bria Shelley Anelica Nakhoul Harris Nicollette Mosby Xiange Michelle Tobin Monique Danielle Harris Kaitlyn Symone Poole Alexis Raishawn Wadley Jessica Symone Hobson Rachel Elizabeth Pryor Diaondra Gaynelle M. Wallace Arrielle Kamil Holzendorf Kayla Ariana Reed Sylver Wallace
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24 Debutantes through the Years Fashionetta XXXIII 2010
“PreciousAlexis Caldwell Pearls: GlobalMorgan Leadership Danielle Jefferson through TimelessJericca Rosado Service” Essence S. Cook Ja’Nae Lewis Alyssa Saunders Monique Hawkins Phavia Marie Victoria Mapp Reyanna Stowes Grace Anne Hunter Ke’Ona Montgomery
Fashionetta XXXIV 2011
Breana“Precious Patrice Allen Pearls: BeginningErica the Clay Journey of TimelessLoreigna Sinclair Service” Hawkins Avian Barbour Ziel Zepora Davis Taylor Alysse Hill Jazmine Jamese Cable Mahogony Al’Mary Dawson Nicole Monique Turbinton Kendra Goodson
Fashionetta XXXV 2012
Alviann“Precious Bolla Pearls: InspiringZhana LaShanti’ a Vision Davis of Timeless ErikaService” Joi Kenion Zakiyyah Iman Brewer Sydney Dean-Jessie Courtney Carolyn Maxie Asia Bridges Sharyce Alicia Easterling Elasha Marie Racks Michelle Danielle Brooks Naomi Darice Elouise Ford Imani Rivers Ashley Brianna Caldwell Jade Hornes Deonna Nachle- Robbins Smisek April Nicole Carrington Chanelle Howard Sierra Noel Sutton
Fashionetta XXXVI 2013
Keylai’ Monique“Precious Boughton Pearls: Our AshleyDynamic Janae Ruth Crutison Emerging Young BrittanyLeaders” Renee McKneely Ashley Brooks Delia Sherry Fuller Sierra Rose Miller Daraja Amini Caroll Logan Griswold Alexis Ponder Rachel Lynn Laverne Coleman Mikayla Alexis Hambrick Emari Storm Scurlock Ashley Cook Kree Ahnna Kelly Genna N. Smith Daria Cook Jillian Jacqueline Lea Lauren Monet Tolliver-King Jasmine Nicole Coutee Chandra Le-Ann Marshall LaTianna Monet Wallace Savannah Elyse Martin
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25 Debutantes through the Years Fashionetta XXXVII 2014
Alexis Arrington“Precious Pearls: OurMarie Hooper Future, Our Legacy”Amber Snowden Victoria Barnett Imani Jones Nia Vance Miquela Brumfield Kian McNair Iyannah Watt Carly Gordon Nia Patrick Cameryn Woods Chantell Greer LeDacia Renfro-Jones Ashley Harris Candace Robinson Fashionetta XXXVIII 2015
Mikayla“Precious Amora Pearls: LaunchingBreanna New Harper Dimensions in Service”Maya Miller Taki Brandon Nekayah Howard Roneisha Pierce Jasmine Brown Jada Hutcheson Mia Reynolds Téah Célestin Alysha Jackson Nia Robinson Calitha Cheney Priscilla Kollie Keevonne Smith Danielle Chiles Brandi Martin Saria Sutton Kendall Daniels Angelique McDowell Pelaijah West Ruby Gandy Allison Mendez
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XXXVIII 2015“Fashionetta” DEBUTANTES
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27 DebutanteDaughter of: LydellMikayla and Juanita Amora Amora
High School: American Canyon High School
Community Service Involvement: African American Graduation Recognition Program, American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Escort: Kailon Loud
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28 DebutanteDaughter of: CarolynneTaki MimsBrandon
High School: Berkeley High School
Community Service Involvement: American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Friendship Missionary Baptist Church Summer of Success
Escort: King Taylor
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29 Debutante DaughterJasmine of: Lewis BrownAlexis Brown
High School: Jesse M. Bethel High School
Community Service Involvement: Friendship Missionary Baptist Church Summer of Success, American Cancer Society Relay For Life
Escort: Baidi Kamagate
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30 DebutanteDaughter of: Clovis andTéah Karen CélestinCélestin
High School: Justin Siena High School
Community Service Involvement: Mentor Program with Boys’ and Girls’ Club in Napa, American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Escort: Demarcus Gatison
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31 DebutanteDaughter Calitha of: Lloyd and CrystalLynne Chaneyll Chaney
High School: Vallejo High School
Community Service Involvement: VCUSD School Board Meeting, American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Escort: Tyler James
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32 DebutanteDaughter of: Ray andDanie Karenll Chilese Chiles
High School: Rodriguez High School
Community Service Involvement: Willie B Adkins Spring Conference, African American Graduation Recognition Program
Escort: Charles Harrell
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33 DebutanteDaughter of: Thomas Kenda and Tamill Daniels
High School: Rodriguez High School
Community Service Involvement: First Baptist Food Ministry, American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Escort: Nasir Winston
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34 DebutanteDaughter of: Rose M. HudsonRuby & Vernon L. G. Gandy Gandy
High School: Vallejo High School
Community Service Involvement: American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Juneteenth Festival
Escort: Xavier Patton
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35 DebutanteDaughter of: Randall Breanna and Tiffani Harper Harper
High School: Oakland School for the Arts
Community Service Involvement: New Dawn Vallejo Summer Camp, American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Escort: Dorcey Conley
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36 DebutanteDaughter of: WilliamNekayah and Robin Howard Howard
High School: Rodriguez High School
Community Service Involvement: Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Escort: Brandon Williams
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37 DebutanteDaughter of: William Jada and Kimberly HutchesonHutcheson
High School: American Canyon High School
Community Service Involvement: American Cancer Society Relay for Life, African American Graduation Recognition Program
Escort: Kevin Johnson
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38 DebutanteDaughter of: LantzAlysha and Lisa Jackson Jackson
High School: Jesse Bethel High School
Community Service Involvement: American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Willie B. Adkins Spring Conference
Escort: William McCoy
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39 DebutanteDaughter of: NancyPrisci Tarpehlla Kollie
High School: Mare Island Technology Academy
Community Service Involvement: American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Eco-Crew
Escort: Donshay Penn
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40 DebutanteDaughter of: Trenell Brandi and Randy MartinMartin
High School: Armijo High School
Community Service Involvement: Friendship Missionary Baptist Church Summer of Success, American Caner Society Relay for Life
Escort: Arthur Hayes
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41 DebutanteDaughter of: JenniferAngelique and Dwayne McDowellMcDowell
High School: Benicia High School
Community Service Involvement: American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Friendship Missionary Baptist Church Summer of Success
Escort: John Ford
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42 DebutanteDaughter of: LindziAllison Mendez Mendez
High School: Vanden High school
Community Service Involvement: Summer Of Success, CC Sabathia PitCCin Foundation Backpack/School Supplies Program
Escort: Lazarus Hardy
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43 DebutanteDaughter of: Kim and RoderickMaya MillerMiller
High School: Jesse M. Bethel High School
Community Service Involvement: African American Graduation, Juneteenth Annual Celebration
Escort: Malcom Bracy
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44 DebutanteDaughter of: Ronald Roneisha and Rashida Pierce Pierce
High School: Jesse M. Bethel High School
Community Service Involvement: American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Friendship Missionary Church Summer of Success Program
Escort: Asa Strange
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45 DaughterDebutante of: Mickie Reynolds andMia Antoinette Reynolds Maddalone
High School: Vallejo High School
Community Service Involvement: African American Graduation Recognition Program, African American Family Day Juneteenth Celebration
Escort: Dayvonne Greenwood
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46 DebutanteDaughter of: Wayne Robinson Nia and Mar-LinRobinson Anderson
High School: Hercules High School
Community Service Involvement: African American Graduation Recognition Program, American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Escort: Aaron Hunter
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47 DebutanteDaughter Keevonne of: Yvonne Williams Alexis Smith
High School: Jesse M. Bethel High School
Community Service Involvement: African American Graduation Recognition Program, African American Family Day/ Juneteenth
Escort: Alexander Wiseman
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48 DebutanteDaughter of: SariaDavid and YolandaJuliette Sutton Sutton
High School: Vanden High School
Community Service Involvement: American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Vallejo Juneteenth Celebration
Escort: Kemji Obioma
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49 DebutanteDaughter of: Howard Pelaijah and Sandra West West
High School: Rodriguez High School
Community Service Involvement: Vallejo City Unified School District Teacher Resource Center, American Cancer Society Relay for Life
Escort: Jabbar Brown
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50 Alpha KAPPAKappa BETA OMEGAAlpha CHAPTER Sorority, Inc. PROUDLY PRESENTS
XXXVIII “Fashionetta”2015 ESCORTS
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51 IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Lantz2007 Jackson, ESCORT Jr. MARCH 10, 1992 - MARCH 29, 2015
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52 ESCORT OF THE YEAR 2014 Arthur Hayes
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TheMEMORIAL Vernon ESCORT AWARDM. James
Vernon Maurice James II 1981 -2000
ernon was a 1999 honors graduate of Vallejo High School where he graduated in the top ten percent of his class, qualifying him for the California Scholarship Federation. He was a member of Who's Who Among American High School students; an Alpha Kappa Alpha VDebutante Escort in 1998; and a Willie B. Adkins scholar. Vernon was a member of the 1999 California State Boys Championship team from Vallejo High School. Vernon ran the first leg of the 1999 record setting 4 x 400 meter relay team. This team received honor recognition by the Vallejo City Unified School District; the City of Vallejo; and the California State Assembly. Vernon holds the Vallejo High School record in the 800 meters and was the 1999 Monticello Empire League and the Sac-Joaquin Subsection champion in this event.
Vernon was a freshman student at Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, Texas, where he majored in Health and Human Performance and maintained a 3.5 grade point average. On February 10, 2000, Vernon, along with three other members of the Prairie View A&M University track team were killed in a van accident while traveling to a track meet.
Vernon is loved and not forgotten.
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54 TheMEMORIAL VernonESCORT AWARD RECIPIENTSM. James
1999 - Bennie Prescott 2007 - Rashad Ross Vallejo High School Vallejo High School
2000 - Draak Davis 2008 - Chris Mamon Vallejo High School Benicia High School
2001 - Marcus Goss 2009 - Brandon Cole Vallejo High School Vallejo High School
2002 - Andrew Dawson 2010 - Christopher May Vallejo High School Vallejo High School
2003 - Lowell Lea 2011 - Cameron Crutison St. Patrick - St. Vincent High School Angelo Rodriguez High School
2004 - Ulysses Dalton II 2012 - Andrew Scott Vallejo High School Diablo Vallejo College
2005 - Marcus Price 2013 - Massiah Taylor St. Patrick - St. Vincent High School Vallejo High School
2006 - Lamar Mitchell 2014 - Evan Austrie Vallejo High School Vallejo High School
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55 2015 ESCORTS
Mr. Malcom Bracy Mr. Dorcey Conley Mr. John Ford Jesse Bethel High School Jesse Bethel High School Benicia High School
Mr. Dayvonne Greenwood Mr. Lazarus Hardy Mr. Charles Harrell Vallejo High School Jesse Bethel High School Vallejo High School
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56 2015 ESCORTS
Mr. Tyler James Mr. Kevin Johnson Mr. Baidi Kamagate Vallejo High School Jesse Bethel High School St. Patrick’s-St. Vincent’s High School
Mr. Kailon Loud Mr. William McCoy Mr. Xavier Patton St. Patrick’s-St.Vincent’s High School Jesse Bethel High School
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57 2015 ESCORTS
Mr. Donshay Penn Mr. Asa Strange Mr. Brandon Williams Vallejo High School Will C. Wood High School
Mr. Nasir Winston Mr. Alexander Wiseman Mr. Elisha Washington Jesse Bethel High School Jesse Bethel High School Vallejo High School
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58 2015 ESCORTS
PHOTOS NOT AVAILABLE Mickie A. Vallejo High School
Jabbar Brown
Demarcus Gatison Jesse Bethel High School
Arthur Hayes Contra Costa College
Aaron Hunter Jesse Bethel High School
Kemji Obioma Rodriguez High School
King Taylor Vallejo High School
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59 CONGRATULATIONS 2015 DEBS!
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