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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated 5656 S. Stony Island Avenue * Chicago, Illinois 60637-1997 * 773 684-1282 * Fax 773 288-8251
OFFICE OF: Chelle Luper Wilson South Central Regional Director
“The VALUE of things is not the time they last,
but the intensity with which they occur. That is why there are UNFORGETTABLE moments and UNIQUE people.” — Fernando Pessoa
Director October 10, 2015 Dear Sorors of the Superb Southwest Central Texas Cluster: All good things must come to an end. From Corpus Christi to College Station and Killen to San Marcos, these last Clusters spent with you have meant more to me than you can imagine. I have enjoyed the sisterly relations and special moments we’ve shared; and I am pleased to say that PROMISES made to you have been KEPT as many sorors from the Southwest Central Texas Cluster have been provided opportunities to serve on the Regional and International level; we Rolled on the River of Success with a phenomenal 83rd South Central Regional Conference; you extended invitations and we were excited to join you in celebration of your accomplishments and community endeavors and we have provided innovated programing and expert presenters at the Clusters as we worked hard to provide you a return on the investment you make in conference attendance! Today’s workshops have been designed to not only present strategies for effectively implementing Launching New Dimensions of Service, the International Program and provide information and opportunities for dialogue as it relates to Membership Intake, but we will also receive practical tools and techniques from the International Connection Committee to help us take A.C.T.I.O.N. and tackle the challenges that face our communities and nation as our quest for social justice continues. Please join me in extending warm expressions of gratitude to our Southwest Central Texas Cluster Coordinator, Soror Mina LaGrange; Co-Cluster Coordinator, Soror Octavia Dobbins; Host Chapter Basileus, Soror Pamela Ray; Cluster Chairman Soror Debra Dibble, Cluster Co-Chairman Soror Mary Hill and the members of our host chapter, Phi Xi Omega Chapter who have stepped up to the call delivering a weekend that will be nothing short of phenomenal. From the warmest welcome to a gracious good-bye and all moments in between — nothing has been left to chance in the planning and implementation of this Cluster. Finally, I am grateful for each of you who took the time to join us here in San Marcos for my last Southwest Central Texas Cluster as South Central Regional Director and I thank you for boldly stepping up like no soror has done before to keep South Central Sensational and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. supreme in service to all mankind! Sisterly Yours,
Soror Chelle Luper Wilson South Central Regional Director
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, INCORPORATED® Alpha Kappa Alpha Corporate Office ▪ 5656 South Stony Island Avenue ▪ Chicago, IL 60637-1997 ▪ (773) 684-1282
OFFICE OF:
Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson Supreme Basileus P.O. Box 250841 Milwaukee, WI 53225 August 11, 2015 Soror Chelle Luper Wilson South Central Regional Director 2525 Woodland Drive Crossroads, TX 76227 Greetings, Sorors! Welcome to the 2015 South Central Region Cluster Conference! This is a time of excitement for our Sorority as we continue our strong program efforts in Launching New Dimensions of Service across the globe. Alpha Kappa Alpha is a unique sisterhood that sets the standard for supreme leadership, service and scholastic achievement. In January of 1908, our Founders ignited a flame on the campus of Howard University that shines even brighter today. We continue to be the beneficiaries of their dreams for a better tomorrow. Let us never forget, "To whom much is given, much is required." That is why we need the continued support of all sorors in this Cluster. These annual meetings are our opportunities to learn and share about our dear sisterhood in a more intimate setting. I certainly appreciate you taking the time today to delve into learning more about our current International Program, Launching New Dimensions of Service. With only one year under our belt, we are already making a major impact worldwide. Be sure to connect with other sorors in attendance to learn more about best practices and tips you can take home to implement locally. We are also using our Cluster Conference to focus on Membership Matters and learn how to effectively advocate through our Connection A.C.T. I. O. N. platform. Our upcoming programming year is shaping up to be busy and historic. I look forward to visiting your chapters and hearing about your various achievements! Please feel free to contact me by email at president@aka1908.com and look for me on Twitter or Instagram (@AKAintpres). Thanks again for everything you do on behalf of our beloved Alpha Kappa Alpha! Sisterly yours,
Soror Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson Soror Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson Supreme Basileus
Dearest Sharp, Savvy, Sagacious, and Service-oriented Sorors of the SWXTX Cluster, It is with warm and sincere sisterly love that I greet you and concomitantly extend my utmost respect and admiration for our sensational South Central Regional Director, Soror Chelle Luper Wilson! It is indeed a cherished privilege to gather on the occasion of the 2015 SWCTX Cluster TREK hosted by the phenomenal Phi Xi Omega Chapter in San Marcos! Meticulous planning has been obvious; attention to every detail is evident. Deepest appreciation is conveyed to each individual soror who has contributed toward the success of this important occasion within our beloved Sorority! Alpha Kappa Alpha is revered for its highest standards of excellence at all levels! Today’s SWCTX Cluster Trek is yet another very special growth-oriented experience within our great sisterhood that promises to take each of us to the next level of greatness! Within a close knit setting, this occasion affords a highly valuable opportunity for sorors to strengthen our bonds of sisterhood, update our knowledge, exchange ideas, and tweak our organizational skills for the betterment of our chapters! I hope that each of us will use this important opportunity today to get to know each other better, to appreciate each other more, and make new memorable experiences of a lifetime. Finally, I hope that each of us will renew our enthusiasm and allow ourselves to truly enjoy our time together! With utmost sisterly love, I salute each soror in attendance today! May you continue to be richly blessed! Abundant sisterly love,
Jacqueline O. Dansby, Ph.D. Soror Jacqueline O. Dansby 18th South Central Regional Director
On behalf of the Southwest Central Texas Cluster, I’d like to personally welcome each of you to “Boldly Go Where No Soror Has Gone Before.” Similar text was spoken at the beginning of many Star Trek television episodes and films, from 1966 onward. This phrase is as exciting now as it was then. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated is on a mission to explore programs that will enhance mankind, seek out new partners in collaboration while boldly going where no sorority has gone before. My home, the Phenomenal, Phi Xi Omega chapter, has been tucked away in the Starship Enterprise planning a series of fabulous presentations, interactive workshops and entertaining events that will cater to each and every one of you. Before I close, I’d like to thank each of your for attending our Cluster Retreat. You are truly Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority’s greatest asset today and tomorrow, and we could not accomplish the execution of this event without your support. Throughout this retreat, I ask you to stay engaged, keep us proactive and help us shape the future of Southwest Central Texas Cluster. My personal respect and thanks goes out to all of you. Sisterly,
Soror Mina LaGrange Southwest Central Texas Cluster Coordinator
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Southwest Central Texas Cluster
Octavia L. Dobbins SWCTX, Co-Cluster Coordinator Mu Theta Omega Chapter Killeen, Texas
Greetings Sorors of the Sassy Southwest Central Texas Cluster:
It is indeed an honor and a privilege to welcome you to the San Marcos, one of the most popular small towns in Texas. Home of one of Texas State University and Phi Xi Omega, your gracious host chapter. Sorors thank you for joining me on this Cluster Trek, to Launch New Dimensions of Service – “To Boldly Go Where No Soror Has Been Before”. It is our mission as an organization is to provide our communities with ultimate service to all mankind. I am certain the program planned for you will be enlightening, engaging and exciting. Cluster meeting is an amazing opportunity to learn and develop essential leadership skills. These skills also strengthen our sisterhood and service through purposeful programs. As you learn and develop throughout the session today, I hope that you reflect on your responsibility and continued commitment of ―service to all mankind as an Alpha Kappa Alpha woman. While you are here please help me in applauding the host chapter and the outstanding Cluster Chairman and Co-Chairman for a job well done. Many thanks for your hard work and dedication to ensuring the Sorors of the Sassy Southwest Central Texas Cluster were greeted with a sisterly welcome and a bright smile.
Sisterly yours by merit and culture,
O. L. Dobbins Octavia L. Dobbins
Greetings Sorors of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc, The members of the Phi Xi Omega Chapter located in San Marcos, Texas, have dedicated their time and talents to host what we hope will be an educational and exuberant experience for all. Prepare yourselves to be launched into new dimensions…“To Boldly Go Where No Soror Has Gone Before”. We the host chapter of the 2015 Southwest Central Texas (SWCTX) Cluster of the South Central Region, extends a warm welcome to each of you and are grateful that you chose to attend this significant conference. Your attendance is indicative of your desire for lifelong professional and personal development to serve Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc in a manner that influences other women to make a positive change in our world. I want to personally thank every soror of Phi Xi Omega Chapter for working diligently on the planning and execution of this special event. Lastly, please do not hesitate to seek out one of the Phi Xi Omega Chapter sorors for assistance when needed during this event. Sisterly love and service,
Debra Dibble Boone Soror Debra Dibble Boone, 2015 SWCTX Cluster Chairman Phi Xi Omega Chapter
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated South Central Region Southwest Central Texas Cluster 2015
October 10, 2015 Greetings Sorors, On behalf of the Phenominal, EXtraordinary and Outstanding Sorors of Phi Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorportated, I welcome you to the 2015 Southwest Central Texas Cluster Trek in San Marcos, Texas. We are extremely proud to be your host chapter, as we embark on an adventure to Launch New Dimensions of Service – The Cluster Trek Way. We encourage you to join our Star Fleet and embrace the journey as we Launch New Dimensions of Service – Cluster Trek. Phi Xi Omega sorors have strategically prepared a mind-melding experience for our Cluster sorors. The mission has been determined, and we are ready to board the enterprise to start our voyage, with our Commander, Soror Chelle Luper Wilson, and our Captain, Soror Mina LaGrange, in complete control To Boldly Go Where No Soror Has Gone Before. It has been my pleasure serving with Soror Debra Dibble Boone as your 2015 Southwest Central Texas Cluster Co-Chairmen. Have a Blessed Weekend and enjoy the 2015 Southwest Central Texas Cluster Trek experience. In Sisterly Love, Soror Mary T. Hill 2015 Southwest Central Texas Cluster Co-Chairman
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY INCORPORATED Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Office•5656 South Stony Island Avenue • Chicago, IL 60637-1997
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PHI XI OMEGA CHAPTER PO Box 2611 San Marcos, Texas 78666 www.phixiomegachapter.org/
Saturday, October 10, 2015 Greetings Sorors! On behalf of the phenomenal Phi Xi Omega, it is with great pleasure to welcome you to San Marcos for the 2015 SWCTX Cluster Retreat. This is a special retreat as our chapter is home to the Cluster Coordinator. A “small, yet mighty” chapter of dedicated and committed members have worked to ensure that you have a wonderful time. We are your hostesses and stand ready to offer you phenomenal assistance. It is my prayer that you enjoy a very memorable trip on this Cluster Trek that will inspire, excite or motivate you to “boldly go where no soror has gone before.” May our God continue to bless you and grant you traveling mercies! In Sisterhood and Service, Soror Pam Ray, Basileus Phi Xi Omega
ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED SOUTH CENTRAL REGION
2015 Southwest Central Texas Cluster – San Marcos, Texas HBCU Reception – Embassy Suites Hotel Friday, October 9, 2015 6:30 PM
Sisterly Interactions and Appetizers
7:00 PM
Debra Dibble Boone, SWCTX Cluster Chairman, Moderator Welcome Mina LaGrange, SWCTX Cluster Coordinator Proclamation Jude Prather, San Marcos Mayor Pro Tem Faux HBCU Queens Represented by Several SWCTX Cluster Members Launching New Dimensions of Service Program Target #1 Cathy Beans, 1st Vice President, Phi Xi Omega Chapter Final Remarks Chelle Luper Wilson, South Central Texas Regional Director Continue Sisterly Interactions
Please visit Hospitality Suite following reception at 8:30 PM at the Embassy Suites (Room to be announced at reception)
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated 2015 Southwest Central Texas Cluster Retreat Registration and Continental Breakfast Soror Mina LaGrange Southwest Central Texas Cluster Coordinator Presiding
Introduction of Program Participants and Special Guests Soror Keesha Nix, Phi Xi Omega Chapter
Meditation Soror Jacqueline Dansby, 18
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South Central Regional Director
Greetings Soror Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson, Supreme Basileus Soror Debra Dibble Boone,
Southwest Central Texas Cluster Chairman, Phi Xi Omega Chapter Soror Mary Hill, Southwest Central Texas Cluster Co-Chairman, Phi Xi Omega Chapter
Welcome and Introduction of Regional Director Soror Pamela Ray, Basileus, Phi Xi Omega Chapter
State of the Sensational South Central Region Soror Chelle Luper Wilson South Central Regional Director
Break Workshop I Soaring to Greater Dimensions of Service Soror Regina Carrington International Program Committee, South Central Representative Alpha Kappa Omega Chapter
Workshop II Launching New Dimensions: Sorors Take A.C.T.I.O.N. Soror Myra McKenzie-Harris International Connection Committee, South Central Representative Phi Alpha Omega Chapter
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated 2015 Southwest Central Texas Cluster Retreat “Boldly Go Where No Soror Has Gone Before with Backpack Challenge” Mary Hill Southwest Central Texas Cluster Co-Chairman Presiding
Introduction of Program Participants & Special Guests Octavia Dobbins, Southwest Central Texas Co-Cluster Coordinator
Invocation Mary Frazier, Golden Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Phi Xi Omega Chapter
Lunch Service Project Challenge Backpack Challenge – The Final Frontier Presentation Cathy Beans, Vice President, Phi Xi Omega Chapter Linda Contrearas – San Marcos High School Parent Liaison Georganne Logue- San Marcos Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent and Board of Trustees
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated 2015 Southwest Central Texas Cluster Retreat Afternoon Session
Mina LaGrange Southwest Central Texas Cluster Coordinator Presiding
American Heart Association – South Central Partnership Kelly Hodges, Sr. Director of Health Equity, SouthWest Affiliate Vanessa Zamora, Director of Check. Change. Control.
Workshop III Membership Makes Me Smile —Launching New Dimensions of Membership Soror Emile Blaine International Membership Committee, South Central Representative Alpha Xi Omega Chapter
Acknowledgements Closing Remarks Soror Chelle Luper Wilson – South Central Regional Director
Program Presenters
Soror Regina Carrington Representative to the International Program Committee As a loyal and dedicated member, Soror Regina has served as Basileus, AntiBasileus, Member-at-Large, and Graduate Advisor to the Gamma Psi Chapter, (where she was initiated 42 years ago). This Life Member and Silver Star has been appointed by our Supreme Basileus, Soror Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson, to serve as International Program Representative for the Sensational South Central Region. Soror Regina looks forward to this special journey "Launching New Dimensions of Service" throughout our region and working with our dynamic sorors.
Soror Myra McKenzie-Harris Representative to the International Connection Committee Soror Myra McKenzie-Harris is an Associate General Counsel in the Legal Department of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. in Bentonville, Arkansas. She is licensed to practice law in Ohio and North Carolina and is a member of the American Bar Association. She is a member of the Phi Alpha Omega Chapter in Bentonville and currently serves as its Grammateus and the Kappa Iota Chapter Graduate Advisor. She currently serves as the South Central Region Representative to the International Connection Committee. She is an honor graduate of Spelman College where she was inducted into the Phi Beta Kappa Society and the University of Notre Dame Law School. She is married to Honey Do Christopher Harris and has a dog named "Nala."
Program Presenters
Soror Emile Blaine Representative to the International Membership Committee Soror Emile Pendarvis Blaine was initiated in Delta Rho Omega Chapter on March 28, 1999. Soror Emile has previously served as Parliamentarian, Grammateus, Chaplain, Standards Chairman, Business Manager and Chartering Basileus of Chi Sigma Omega Chapter, chartered in 2004. Prior to returning to South Central Region in 2009, Soror Emile served on the North Atlantic Region Leadership Development Training Task Force. She is a proud member of Alpha Xi Omega Chapter in Dallas, Texas and is the Vice President of the Ivy and Pearl Foundation of Dallas. She is a graduate of Prairie View A & M University, member of Friendship West Baptist Church and the happy wife of Vincent Blaine, her high school sweetheart, and mother to Little Vinnie and two, hopefully future sorors, Taylor and Sydney.
Soror Kelly Hodges Senior Director of Health and Equity—American Heart Association Soror Hodges is the Senior Director of Health Equity for the American Heart Association, Southwest Affiliate, serving Dallas, Ft. Worth and Houston, by focusing on hypertension, nutrition, obesity and physical activity. Soror Hodges was initiated in the Alpha Theta Chapter at Grambling State University, Spring 1995. As a member of the Omicron Tau Omega Chapter she currently serves as Connection Committee Chairman and Co-Chairman of the Houston Metropolitan Area Chapters Founders’ Day Committee. She has also served as Basileus, Connection Committee Chairman, Connection Cluster Coordinator and Health Committee Chairman. Soror Hodges is a member of The Church Without Walls. She is an Alumnus of Grambling State University, where she received both a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Science Degree.
Southwest Central Texas Cluster South Central Region Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Graduate Chapters Rho Phi Omega, Bryan/College Station Mu Theta Omega, Killeen Beta Psi Omega, Austin Alpha Tau Omega, San Antonio Phi Xi Omega, San Marcos Delta Gamma Omega, Corpus Christi
Undergraduate Chapters Xi Psi, Texas A&M University at College Station Beta Kappa, Huston Tillotson University Delta Xi, University of Texas at Austin Omicron Tau, University of Texas at San Antonio Delta Rho, University of the Incarnate Word, Trinity University, St. Mary’s University, Our Lady of the Lake University and University of Texas Health Science Center Sigma Epsilon, Texas State University Eta Phi, Texas A&M at Kingsville Sigma Beta, Texas A&M at Corpus Christi
Check It! & BE A WINNER
BATTLE OF THE HEART
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Want to improve your health and the health of your community? Grab your sisters and join the BATTLE OF THE HEART competition--a fun challenge to track your blood pressure, health numbers and risk reduction numbers.
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As a group, you'll help save lives and build stronger communities and website healthier families. PLUS, the top three scoring chapters will even receive money for a scholarship!
Entries are due October 12, 2015. Questions? Contact kelly.hodges@heart.org or (832) 865-4722.
AKA
Battle of the Heart Competition
What is the Purpose of the Competition? The Issue: Approximately 78 million adults in the United States have hypertension (high blood pressure) and about 17 million of those adults are unaware or undiagnosed. High blood pressure is a universal risk factor for heart disease and stroke, the leading causes of death and disability in the U.S. respectively. The American Heart Association wants people to understand how they can monitor and improve their heart health by using Heart360 and engaging in community-based health programs like Check. Change. Control. The Program: Check. Change. Control. Is a four month program that utilizes both online and offline components. Online, participants join Heart 360, our FREE web-based health management tool. This tool allows an individual to track their numbers (blood pressure, glucose, cholesterol), as well as, track their risk reduction efforts (physical activity, weight). Offline, Check. Change. Control. offers participants education about hypertension, stroke, blood pressure management, nutrition and physical activity. This program is an opportunity for organizations/groups to partner with the American Heart Association to provide FREE resources and education to the chapter and communities that they serve. All participating groups will have the knowledge that they are helping to save lives, build stronger communities and healthier families. The top three scoring chapters will even receive money for a scholarship!
Will Your Chapter Help Us To SAVE Lives? Battle of the Heart Competition
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Contest Rules Eligibility: Contest is open to AKA chapters that would like to create a culture of health in their chapter/community. Chapters must complete and send back the entry form (page 5) by October 12, 2015. Chapters must also identify a minimum of two (2) health mentors (health mentors do not have to be from the medical field) who will attend one health mentor training, agree to enroll participants only during the open enrollment period and have a blood pressure station located at chapter meetings and . One blood pressure cuff will be provided by the American Heart Association to each chapter participating in the contest. Extra points are awarded for participating in ancillary events. For more information see the scoring section. Contest Period: Deadline to submit entry forms: October 12, 2015 Health Mentor training: October 18 – 22, 2015 Chapter launch take place: October Chapter Meeting Program runs from October 25, 2015 – February 29, 2016 Winners announced by March 14, 2016 and awarded no later than March 31, 2016
How to Enter: Complete the attached entry form sheet and email it to kelly.hodges@heart.org by October 9, 2015. If you have any questions regarding the competition or how to submit your entry form call Kelly P. Hodges (832) 865-4722. Prizes: First Place
$600 scholarship, traveling plaque and bragging rights!
Second Place
$400 scholarship
Third Place
$250 scholarship
* In the event of a tie, the scholarship will be split equally amongst the winning parties.
Battle of the Heart Competition
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Scoring
Check. Change. Control. Enrollment 25 Points 75% of chapter enrolled
Up to 25 Points
10 Points 50% of chapter enrolled
5 Points 25% of chapter enrolled
Each Chapter will appoint a minimum of two health mentors to attend a 2 hour Health Mentor training. Health mentors will work with their chapter to enroll and retain participants in the Check. Change. Control. Program.
Check. Change. Control. Retention 35 Points 100% of enrolled chapter *retained
Up to 35 Points
25 Points 75% of enrolled chapter *retained
10 Points 50% of enrolled chapter *retained
5 Points 25% of enrolled chapter *retained
*Retained participants are defined as participants who enter their blood pressure readings on Heart360 (using the specific URL for their chapter) once a week for the duration of the program.
Hands Only CPR Video 10 Points Each chapter who shows the 60-second, Hands Only CPR video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSgmledxFe8) to the chapter and submits the Hands Only CPR viewing sheet will receive a total of 10 points for this section. Viewings may take place any time during the program, however, viewing sheets must be submitted to Kelly P. Hodges before the competition ends. (Hands Only CPR viewing sheet provided during the Health Mentor training)
Battle of the Heart Competition
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Scoring
Participate in National Start Eating Healthy Day (November 4th) 10 points If a commitment to healthy eating seems too tough to swallow, then start with a taste test. National Eating Healthy Day (Nov. 4 — always the first Wednesday in November) is a great time to try some new habits that just may stick. Slow down on the sodium, pile on the fruits and vegetables, save your waistline and wallet by cooking at home. Take a photo and share (you select the hashtag or method to capture). Stroke Prevention and Awareness (Oct.) 10 Points Each chapter who includes stroke prevention and awareness messaging in their chapter bulletin will receive 10 points. Stroke prevention and awareness messaging will be provided by the American Heart Association. Messaging must take place in October and a copy of the chapter bulletin must be submitted to Kelly P. Hodges before the program ends. (Materials provided during the Health Mentor training) Pink Goes Red-Go Red For Women (Feb.) 10 Points Each chapter who hosts a Pink Goes Red event during the month of February will receive 10 points. National Go Red Day is Friday, February 5, 2016 (the first Friday in February). Heart disease is the No. 1 killer of women, causing 1 in 3 deaths each year. That’s approximately one woman every minute! There are several misconceptions about heart disease in women, and they could be putting you at risk. The American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women movement advocates for more research and swifter action for women’s heart health for this very reason. Host a Simple Cooking with Heart Demonstration 10 Points Each chapter who hosts a Simple Cooking with Heart Demonstration will receive 10 points. The American Heart Association will work with chapters to provide materials needed in order to host the event. (More information provided during the Health Mentor training) Adopt Healthy Food and Beverage Guidelines 10 Points The American Heart Association believes that everyone deserves to live a healthier, longer life. Through our science-based knowledge, we empower people, communities and organizations to build a sustainable culture of health, where the healthy choice is the easy choice. We believe that by addressing the environments where people live, work, learn and pray we can make healthier choices easier 100% of the time, at every eating occasion. Each chapter who is working to embrace a healthier community by adopting the Healthy Food and Beverage Guidelines will receive 10 points. (More information provided during the Health Mentor training) Social Media – Awareness Campaign Up to 16 points Chapters will have the opportunity to earn 1 point per week (for a total of 16 points) just by posting photos of their chapter participating in program activities. Earning points in this area is as simple as connecting your chapter’s Facebook page with the American Heart Association’s Battle of the Heart Competition event page on Facebook, uploading photos and using the hashtags #CheckItSouthCentral or #SimpleCookingSouthCentral. (More information will be provided at the Health Mentor training.)
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Entry Form Email to kelly.hodges@heart.org by October 12th
Chapter Name:
Number of Financial Members:
Address: City:
State:
Zip:
Chapter Phone Number: Name of Contact Person for Program: Program Contact Phone Number: Program Contact Email: Chapter President: Chapter Vice President: Social Media: Chapter Facebook Page:
Chapter Instagram:
Chapter Twitter:
Chapter Website:
Please check all of the dates below that your chapter volunteers will be available in the evening for a two hour Health Mentor training. Volunteers only need to attend one training and will be contacted in advance regarding the dates chosen for the training.
October 18th
October 19th
October 21st
October 22nd
October 20th
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