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The Newsletter for the State of New Jersey

Soror Mary B. Wright,

December 2015

Volume 6, Issue 4

International President
Soror Janet Y. Bivins, Esq.,

State Directors Message #Creating Leaders

Atlantic Regional Director

Soror Gina Merritt-Epps, Esq.,

New Jersey State Director

Building on the Principles of Zeta
While Blazing New Paths!

Inside this issue:

Z-Lessons

Parliamentary Corner

MSABC

Social Action

Webinar Series

NJ Leadership

Youth Corner

10

NJ Chapters

13

Founders Day

21

Key Dates

22

S t a t e o f N ew J e r s ey

Soror Gina Merritt-Epps, Esq.

New Jersey State Director
325 East Jimmie Leeds Road
Suite 7 PMB 144
Galloway, NJ 08205
Phone: (609) 748-1470
Website: www.zphibnj.org
E-mail: NJStateDir@aol.com
www.facebook.com/zphibnj

Greetings Sorors and Amicae,

We are officially in the Holiday Season! Thank you
for all that you did in support of Military Awareness and to fight Breast Cancer. The totals and pictures from the MSABC walks are found on pages 5
&13. Congratulations to AAXZ Chapter for raising
the most money and to all of you for exceeding the
States goal of $13,000! See the personal survivor
story of Soror Tracy Durham on page 15.
In addition to the Year of UG, I am focused on Creating Leaders. Please
remember our Webinar Series (p 7), and see information regarding the
role of the chapter /auxiliary presidents, key documents for Zetas, (p 2
& 3), our UG Chapter Basilei and new State leaders (p 8 & 9).
Finally, please remember our Founders Day Observance. (p 21). Hotel
rooms are limited. I wish all of you a Merry Christmas and a blessed
holiday season.

Z-Lessons
Monthly Embellishment & Training for
the Sorors of New Jersey
Building on the Principles of Zeta
While Blazing New Paths!

November 2015
Part 1

Madame President
In recognition of the wonderful Chapter and Amicae presidents we have in the
State, and as a follow up to November webinar, in this issue of Z-Lessons we review the role of the president. The President:
is the Chief Spokesperson for the Chapter or Auxiliary
provides executive management services to the Chapter or Auxiliary
ensures the successful execution of the sororitys National, Regional and

State programs on the local level

serves as the Chapter or Auxiliary liaison on all levels
upholds the rules and regulations of the Sorority or Auxiliary
develops, educates and trains members of the Chapter or Auxiliary
stays current with knowledge and skills

In addition, the President plays many roles, ensuring that all are treated fairly. She is a

Moderator, seeing that all members are treated equally

Facilitator
Presiding Officer
Impartial leader at all times
Trainer
Source of Information
Resolver of Conflict
Organizer
Servant
People Person
Implementer of the will of the body and goals, programs and initiatives
Person who is able to Manage personalities, expectations and talents and who is considerate to all

In upcoming issues, we will review the ways that you can help support your leader.
In the meantime, please join me in thanking the chapter and auxiliary presidents for all that they do.

Z-Lessons
Monthly Embellishment & Training for
the Sorors of New Jersey
Building on the Principles of Zeta
While Blazing New Paths!

November 2015
Part 2

LEADERSHIP Essentials of a Zeta lady

Documents every Zeta should have are listed below. Please contact your Basileus!

National Constitution & Bylaws 8th Edition

Region and State Bylaws & SOP

National Handbook 14th Edition

Blue Ribbon Task Force Recommendations

Advisor/Sponsor Manuals

Code of Conduct Policy

Expulsion Policy

Academic Probation Policy (undergraduates)

MIP Manual

Protocol Manual

RONR 11th Edition

Z-HOPE Manual

Zeta Tool Kits

Visual Identity Guidelines

Chapter bylaws, policies and procedures, SOP, etc.

Vendor Guidelines

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Parliamentary Corner
Prepared by Titessa D. Smith, State Parliamentarian
Adapted from www.roberts-rules.com Survival Tips on Roberts Rules of Order
In light of several inquiries, I felt that it would be beneficial to provide some tips to the body regarding the voting process.
Majority Vote:
Does Robert mean
... the Majority of the entire membership?
... the Majority of the members present?
... the Majority of the Votes Cast?
Generally, the basic requirement for adoption of a motion by any assembly with a quorum is a Majority Vote,
except for certain motions as listed below. A Majority is 'more than half' of the votes cast by persons legally
entitled to vote, excluding blank votes and abstentions. Majority does not mean 51%. In a situation with
1000 votes, Majority = 501 votes; but 51% = 510 votes.
Let's see an example:
The chair called for a vote on motion to adopt the agenda.
Of the members present, 100 were entitled to vote, but 15 did not cast a ballot. 85 votes were cast.
To obtain a majority vote for yes, 43 votes are required.
2/3 Vote:
Robert specifies which motion will require at least a 2/3 vote for adoption. Notice that it is not called a 2/3 majority. A 2/3 vote is generally not taken as a voice vote, but rather as a standing count, or some other easily
countable fashion. Generally speaking, a 2/3 vote is required for adoption of any motion which:
1. Suspends or modifies a rule of order already adopted;
2. Prevents the introduction of a question to consideration;
3. Closes, limits, or extends the limits of debate;
4. Closes nominations or the polls;
5. Takes away membership or office.
In these circumstances, 2/3 of the votes cast is required. For example if 100 members were are entitled to vote
and 85 cast a vote on a motion to end debate, 57 votes are required to carry the motion.

Have a question about Parliamentary Procedure?

ASK SOROR SMITH

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National Initiatives

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Chapter

Amount

Alpha Alpha Chi Zeta

$2,213.00

Omicron Omicron Zeta

$1,930.00

Gamma Nu Zeta

$1,857.34

Omega Mu Zeta

$1,785.00

Chi Rho Zeta

$1,730.00

Xi Tau Zeta

$1,434.00

Eta Omicron Zeta

$1,337.00

Zeta Delta Zeta

$1,285.00

Gamma Omicron Zeta

Total

$425.00

$13,996.54

See more pictures on page 13

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Social Action & Partnership News - Denalerie Johnson-Faniel, Coordinator

Sorors, we have just received our largest NJ state youth literacy partnership related grant!!! This brings our current
overall youth related program grant total to about $8,000.
Today the African American Chamber of Commerce and
First Book free youth book donation program awarded Zeta
Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., State of New Jersey with a Trenton
area specific in-kind donation of 23 boxes of children's
books valued at an estimated $4,600! Wonderful news
worth sharing in newsletters, etc. The books can be used as
holiday give aways to auxiliary, community and Teach a
Girl to Lead youth, passed to Storks Nest MOD parents,
used for the Mercer County Workforce Development literacy program (see attached photo), used during MLK
Z:HOPE service day, given as tabling gifts, provided to
Trenton Upward Bound youth, used in neo-natal MOD
reading corners, shared with Zeta/Amicae adopt a school
programs in the Trenton area or any chapter attending
Founders' Day, sent to pediatric hospitals and civic center leagues, used to form an AARP elders read to
YMCA head start youth initiative and more! Various grants are announced for different NJ counties and areas
all year long and applications are usually requested with only a 1 day turn around opportunity, strict pick up
location guidelines and not a lot of advanced notice. I will continue to keep applicable chapters posted on these sporadic book donations. Check your emails for additional information.

Congratulations to Soror Charlene Bathelus,

Eta Omicron Zeta's former Social Action
Chair and current 3rd Vice President, on her
re-election to the Elizabeth, NJ Board of Education! #NJ #SOcialACTion
#ZetasGetEngaged #ZetasVote

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NJ Leadership

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Soror Ireisha Vaughn, President of Psi Pi Chapter, is a junior at Seton
Hall University but is originally from Brooklyn, New York. Soror
Vaughn is in a dual degree program studying to become an occupational
therapist. Some of her favorite pastime activities include singing, playing basketball, spending time with friends, dancing and volunteering.

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Amber Martin is the President of Theta Omicron chapter at Rutgers
Camden where she is majoring in Biology. Amber is a Senior and after
graduation, is looking to begin a Physician Assistant program. Soror
Martin became a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. in spring 2015.
She is a big kid at heart and loves Disney movies. The highlight of her
Zeta journey so far has been attending the Basilei Institute and meeting
Madame Grand.

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Queneisha (Neisha) Jones is a native of Trenton, New Jersey who joined
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. in hopes of upholding and teaching the
sorority pillars to her community. She is a senior Psychology major and
Sociology minor at The College of New Jersey. Besides joining such an
illustrious organization, Neishas time at TCNJ is best highlighted
through re-establishing the NAACP chapter there. Upon graduation her
hopes are to begin a career in social work while continuing actions
toward social justice. One Zeta, One humanity!

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NJ Leadership - contd

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Vendor Coordinator
Soror Felder was initiated into Zeta Phi Beta, Sorority, Inc., Omega Mu
Zeta Graduate Chapter, on January 8, 2014. Transferring her membership she continues to let her Zeta Light shine as a Charter Member in
Monmouth Countys newly chartered Chapter, Alpha Alpha Chi Zeta
where she serves as Second Vice President. She is honored to be appointed as the States Vendor Coordinator and work along side NJs
State Director to continue the Business of Zeta with Passion, Purpose
and Zeal!!

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Life Members Coordinator
Wanda F. Smith became a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. on
April 25, 1992 on the campus of Rutgers University, New Brunswick
(Gamma Kappa Chapter). She has been a member of the Zeta Delta
Zeta chapter for the past 21 years and is the immediate past Basileus
of the chapter. Throughout her 23 plus years in Zeta she has held various positions on the local and state levels. At present she serves in her
local chapter as Chaplain, Co-Advisor for the Archonette Club, and
Chair of the Storks Nest committee.
Professionally Wanda has worked in the field of Human Resources for over 15 years. Currently she is the Assistant Vice President of Human Resources for the largest health system in
South Jersey.
Wanda also serves as a member of the Cathedral Kitchen Board of Directors and is an active
member or Tabernacle Baptist Church in Burlington, NJ.

Zeta is an investment of time, treasury and talent.

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Z-E-T-A (Zealous Engaged Talented Awesome) Youth Corner

Omicron Omicron Zeta Chapter

Amicettes Induction Ceremony
On Saturday, October 10th the Amicette Club held induction ceremonies and new officer installations. The Advisors for this year are Sorors
Michelle Baynes and Madeleine Leach. The charge and theme for the
year Leadership: Impacting Beyond your Reach was given by the
Youth Coordinator, Soror Sharon Suber. Members stood and dedicated
themselves by reciting the pledge, code, and the charge. Four new Amicettes were inducted into the club and
received pearl earrings. All the members received an Amicette pin and a membership card. The Induction
Guest speaker was Ms. Jenee Ayers, Esq. who challenged the girls learn to Lead Yourself First.
Omega Mu Zeta Pearlettes had fun conducting S.T.E.M science projects during
their October 17, 2015 monthly meeting.
Pearlettes: Jessica Sanchez, Ava Patrick, Adrianne Card, Zhanaye Brown
& Camille Johnson
Youth members and their families
joined Omicron Omicron Zetas Trunkor-Treat on Saturday, October 31st at
Evergreen Ave School in Woodbury. Each
family member dressed up, decorated their
cars and gave out candy to the community.
Amicette Toriyanna Welsey at her familys
CandyLand car. Their car won for best
car theme display.
Archonette Annaya Baynes with her mother
and brother at the House of Dracula.

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Z-E-T-A (Zealous Engaged Talented Awesome) Youth Corner

N.J. Youth Walking for a Great Cause

ZDZ Pearlettes & Amicettes

Pearlette Jessica Sanchez, Adrianne Card,

Amani Osunga, & Amicette Jalynne Smith

GNZ Archonettes & Advisor Ivory Marrero

GNZ Archonettes Naiya, Sasha, Leia,

Pearlette Jazmin Marrero

Blue & White Family assembling food kits at the

Bellmawr Library that will be distributed to those
in need at the Walter Rand Transportation Center
on November 14, 2015
Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter & Phi Beta Sigma
Fraternity, Inc. Zeta Rho Sigma Youth participating at the Food Pantry at Camden Promise
High School on October 17, 2015

Archonettes: Sasha, Naiya, Leia

Pearlette: Jazmin Marrero,
Kappa Upsilon Sigma Beta:
Jayden & Jordan Marrero

Pearlette Jazmin & friend

Mykah Joiner are having fun
giving out bags of apples.

Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity,

Inc. Zeta Rho Sigma brothers with their Sigma Beta
Club & Gamma Nu Zeta
Sorors with Pealette Jazmin
& Amicette Kariana, and
Jayden & Jordan Marrero,
Kappa Upsilon Sigma Beta
members working together
as one to feed the needy in
the Camden City
Community

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Z-E-T-A (Zealous Engaged Talented Awesome) Youth Corner - contd

Omega Mu Zeta youth auxiliaries collected and recycled
shoes with shoebox recycling, which makes the recycled
shoes affordable for countries around the world.

Archonette Advisors Jessica and Ty-Hesha Jones

with Archonettes Rachel Oliva, Alexis Robinson, &
Kaziah Betts recycling for Shoebox recycling.

Archonette Advisor Jessica Edwards and OMZ Youth Pearlettes: Adrianne Card, Zhanaye
Brown, Jessica Sanchez, Ava Patrick, Camille Smith, with Amicette Semira Lewis & Archonettes: Rachel Oliva, Kaziah Betts, Alexis Robinson preparing and packing recycled
shoes for transport and shipping with Amicette Advisor Linda Robinson.

Archonettes are College Bound

Each year Omicron Omicron Zeta chapter plans college experiences for the Archonettes. Past tours have included Seton Hall, DeVry, Lincoln, Cheyney, Delaware State, St Augustine, Shaw, Winston Salem State and Howard Universities.
This year the fall tour was to Stockton University on Sunday, November 8, 2015. The girls took a tour of the campus and were able
to visit dorm rooms to get a feel for what it is like to live in a dorm.
They were able to speak to students about the academic programs, the social life and safety of
the campus. Although this was just a day tour the girls were able to gain insight into college life.
The girls are looking forward to visiting Morgan State University in April.
Archonettes Jamiyah Spaulding, Doshjinira Love and
Annaya Baynes with Sorors
Madeliene Leach and
Michelle Baynes

Archonettes Jamiyah Spaulding, Doshjinira

Love and Annaya Baynes

Archonettes chatting with the

other students.

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NJ Chapters Working

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NJ Chapters Working - contd

Annually Gamma Omicron Zeta Chapter participates in the national Adopt-a-School program by donating time, monetary
funds or supplies to a the quake. But on September 14, 2015,
the Good Shepherd [Elementary] School opened its doors to
serve 50 children in Pre-K through first grade. This is the
towns first school since the earthquake and each school year an
additional grade will be added, until they reach eighth grade. In
efforts to assist the school start off strong, GOZ contributed
school supplies so that each student was ready to go! We stand
together in unity, service and scholarship with the Good Shepherd School and wish them a successful inaugural year!

NJ Chapters Working - Amicae News

Kudos to Regional Scholarship Winner
Amica Cynthia Z. Bryant, Zeta Amicae of Gloucester County, is the 2015
Mary W. Gray Scholarship Winner. The scholarship is named in honor of
Mary W. Gray, the 7th Regional Amicae President who was instrumental
in establishing scholarships on the regional level.
Amica Bryant Amica Bryant has demonstrated commendable service to
her local auxiliary since her induction in September of 2004. She is an
Amicae legacy following her sister, Amica Wanda Bryant-Ison into the
Auxiliary. In her local auxiliary, she holds the office of secretary, scholarship chair and co-chair of membership. In 2014, she was elected secretary
for the State of New Jersey.
Amica Cynthia Bryant is currently attending DeVry University. The sponsoring chapter, Omicron Omicron Zeta looks forward to Amica Bryant joining the Zetas upon complication
of her degree. They feel she would be a valued member who would continue to render her special brand of
unselfish service to the chapter and her community.

Have an active Amicae Auxiliary?

Does your chapters Amicae stand out in the community?
Are they doing the work of Zeta?
If you answered yes to any of these questions, brag about it.
Send us those articles highlighting their good work.

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AAXZ WALKED FOR SOROR TRACY DURHAM

This October, Soror Tracy Davidson-Durham was honored and humbled to be a
part of the observation of Breast Cancer Awareness Month with her fellow charter
members, the amazing ladies of Alpha Alpha Chi Zeta Chapter. "The great 18",
as they have affectionately named themselves, walked on October 18th in Point
Pleasant Beach, to support the fighters, admire the survivors, honor the taken
and to help the American Cancer Society make strides against this life changing
illness. The walk was the culmination of the chapter's campaign to raise funds
through their Z-Hope initiative. This walk has a new meaning for AAXZ and
for that reason we walked Soror Durham. She was emotionally uplifted by being a part of such an awesome event.
Tracy has been a member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. since Spring 2007. She is a wife, mother of
four and a SURVIVOR! In January of 2011, her life was forever changed when she was diagnosed with
Stage 3B breast cancer. With the Lord as her light and salvation her faith kept her strong to trust and believe
in His promises for her healing. She is here today to tell about the 8 rounds of chemo, 3 surgeries, 11 weeks
of radiation, and 6 weeks of lymph edema therapy because God carried her through. She had a great team of
doctors who provided the most up to date and innovative care possible. However, the healing process was
made easier with Gods help and the love, support, and prayers of her family. Tracy is forever grateful and
will always give God the glory for fulfilling his promise to never leave or forsake her.
It is extremely important for Tracy to tell her story in order to inspire others to have hope for the future. She
ceases every opportunity to inform women of the importance of monthly self-exams as well as yearly physicals and mammograms. She is reminded of hearing someone say, When it comes to breast cancer there are
two kinds of women; the ones with it and the ones who are afraid of getting it. With that said, she also feels
it is very important to encourage all women to develop a strong spiritual identity and to keep a positive attitude. Tracy is a believer that two things have a profound effect on the outcome. Her prayer is that the presence of the Most High is felt with every step of their journey and that those in this struggle will have no
fearbecause God is with them.

Ladies of Alpha Alpha Chi Zeta chapter hosted their second

sisterly outing in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month,
the event was hosted at Uncorked Wine Inspired, a local art
gallery in Asbury Park, NJ. There, they had the opportunity
to test their artistic ability by drawing and painting a Finer
Woman and incorporating pink as a part of the art piece in
order to show continuous support in Making Strides for
Breast Cancer. Everyone was up for the challenge and the
masterpieces were simply Amazing!!! It was a great outing,
filled with laughter, bonding and assisting each other to reach
their artistic abilities.

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NJ Chapters Working - contd

MZ Completes Chapter
Management Series
State Director Merritt-Epps facilitated a 3-part Webinar
Series for Omega Mu Zeta Chapter. The webinars were
bi-weekly and specific to the chapter. The topics were,
Roles and Responsibilities, Protocol and Conflict Management. The webinars were informative, interactive and
resourceful. The chapter utilized the time with the State Director to ask questions, refresh their knowledge
and prepare for leadership. I highly recommend that each chapter, undergraduate and graduate, fit these into
their schedules, after all, a Good Zeta, is a well informed Zeta. Special Thanks to Madame State Director
Merritt-Epps for her time and detailed webinars. Thank you to NJ State Corresponding Secretary, Chasity
Richardson for her technology assistance. Submitted by Denise Davis-Smith, Chapter President.

On November 13th, Omega Mu Zeta Chapters ZHOPE committee, along with members, expressed their appreciation to chapter Soror Tiawanna Glover. Soror Glover has
served in the Marines for the past 17 years. She is a native of Little Rock, Ar. and now resides in NJ in the rank of staff sergeant.

OMZ would like to wish Archonette Alexis

Robinson a Happy 13th Birthday!!!!
October 27, 2015

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An International Three-way Partnership
to Lift Womens Spirit
Without access to feminine hygiene supplies, women in developing countries cannot leave their
homes. In many of these cultures, women are shunned during this sensitive time each month and
most girls are forced to miss 20% of the school year. Fortunately there is a simple solution: washable feminine pads. The Zetas, Amicae, Archonettes, Amicettes and youth parents of Omicron Omicron Zeta Chapter partnered with two organizations to provide washable sanitary napkins to women
in third world countries.
This was a three way partnerships. The members collected towels and cut them to form the inside
batting. The member cut out 2340 inside pieces. The Peaceful Stitchers Quilting Guild of Gloucester County will sew
together three pieces with an outside flannel layer. Once the pads are finished they will be sent to Global Aid Network
(GAIN) a Christian humanitarian organization that will provide a kit that contains 2 bars of soap, 3 pairs of underwear,
5 safety pins and 10 cloth sanitary pads. The event chairs, Soror Stephanie Hawkins and Amica Mary Chisholm were
delighted at the turnout of workers for this three hour event. Soror Hawkins who is a member of the Peaceful Stitchers
carried the bags of towel pieces to their next destination. When they are sewn together and the kits are delivered, Omicron Omicron Zeta Chapter will have contributed 780 washable sanitary napkins, helping women reclaim control of
their lives and take charge of their health.
The event chairs, Soror Stephanie Hawkins and Amica Mary Chisholm were delighted at the turnout of workers for
this three hour event. Soror Hawkins who is a member of the Peaceful Stitchers carried the bags of towel pieces to
their next destination. When they are sewn together and the kits are delivered, OOZ Chapter will have contributed 780
washable sanitary napkins, helping women reclaim control of their lives and take charge of their health.

The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.
Mahatma Gandhi

For Military Appreciation week Omicron Omicron Zeta Chapter donated funds toward the
$20,000.00 that was donated nationally to Women
Veterans Rock. The chapter also gave 383 toiletries items to the Liberty USO and the youth clubs
collected 2395 food coupons that were sent to
Mountain Home Airforce Base in Idaho where a
former member of the chapter is deployed.

A Special Salute to the Veterans in the Chapter

Soror Tuwanda Anderson, Army
Soror Dorothy McCormick, Coast Guard

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Sigma Zeta Zeta solidifies the meaning of sisterhood

through action and deed by spending time bowling, cooking out and attending leadership meetings together. No
stone goes unturned as the Grand and State Director are
extended the heart and hug of a Sigma Zeta Zeta sister.

For Military Appreciation Week, Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter highlighted active and veteran military personnel who serve in our chapter and/or our family members. Please check our Facebook page,
GammaNu Zeta or our Instagram page, ZPBGammaNuZeta for our
highlights. Pictured is our own Soror, Diana J.V. James, US Army.

Gamma Nu Zeta Chapter participated

in the annual Dreams of Tomorrow
(DOT) organization's Girls Summit on
Saturday, October 23rd. Our chapter
hosted two workshops and the feedback was positive. We are looking
forward to 2016.

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ZDZ Soror is Awarded for Project Wild

In Burlington County, third grade students at Twin Hills Elementary School in Willingboro benefit from a $4,780 grant that their teachers were awarded by NJEA Frederick L.
Hipp Foundation for Excellence in Education.
First, teacher, Soror Janene K. Onyango and 6 other teachers, with a Professional Development Specialist received initial training by a Project Wild Facilitator from the N.J. Division of Fish and Wildlife. Professional development is on-going, and required to receive curriculum guides and materials, as well as educational support services in the Project Wild curriculum. A PLC (Professional Learning Community) centers on crosscurricular teaching, specifically reading and writing in the content area of Science.
Students enjoy field trips to natural animal habitats and environments. They journal their experiences in a
field notebook, gather data, take pictures, and create videos. Dance, art, photography, videography, and
music showcase the students experiences. Students also record their feelings, reactions and experiences in a
reflective journal.
The goal is to create an after-school Environmental Science Club that elicits community financial support
and involvement.

The Bayada Homecare Partnership Continues with ZDZ!

Zeta Delta Zeta Chapter continues its partnership with
Bayada Homecare in assisting and providing requested
items for a family in need. Sorors Tousha Bailey-Herout
and Angelica Russell presented several items to Clinical
Care Manager Charlena Barnes, RN.
ZDZ Appreciates the work of our Military
ZDZ finishes our Military Awareness Week with
donating 225 snacks for our troops care packages. It was dropped off at the NJ National Guard
Armory and donated to the Liberty USO Serving
Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey, Joint
Base MDL. MJ Flammer is the Operations Manager for Joint Base MDL.

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Community Service at its best.

Thanksgiving Food Drive on November 21
at John Wesley AME Church Bridgeton

Rho Rho Zeta Adopt A Road Sign on November 21st.

PPZ presented to the families attending the John

Wesley Methodist Church Bridgeton
Thanksgiving Food Drive.

PPZ presented to the congregation of Haven United Methodist

Church of Quinton NJ at Sunday Morning Service on
November 22, 2015.

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MIP Certification Link

http://www.memberplanet.com/s/zetaphibetasorority-stateofnewjersey/mipcert2016

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Upcoming Dates

Support
Sister Events

Key Dates and Deadlines

Proposed MIP Schedules for Spring
National Executive Board Meeting
MIP Certification
Founders Day Observance (Franklin St. John Newark)
NJ Day at the Capitol
State Conference
March for Babies
Boule (Orlando Hilton, Orlando, Florida)

1/15
1/71/10
1/16
1/17
TBD
4/22 and 23
4/ 24
7/ 6 10