Exquisite Style & Beauty .......................................................................................... Amaris DuPont • Kamari Garrison Anyha Goode • Trinity King DeAnna Smith • Layla Washington
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Congratulations 2021 Debutantes! Best Wishes to You All for a Bright and Wonderful Future! Huron & Janice Winstead The Butler Family Drs. George & Susan Butler Zoe Butler (Miss Debutante 2018) Nathan Butler Bethanie Duncan
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Union County Alumnae Chapter
Spring 2021 It is with great honor that I greet you on behalf of the Union County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. During this our seventh annual debutante cotillion ball, we will proudly present six young women who indeed exhibit “Exquisite Style & Beauty”. These young women have worked diligently for several months with our dedicated cotillion committee to bring you this wonderful presentation. You are in for a spectacular treat as we present to you our debutante’s: “Exquisite Style & Beauty.” Today’s presentation marks the end of our 2020-2021 season. This season has had many challenges with the coronavirus pandemic, but our dynamic debutantes showed great fortitude as they persevered despite the challenges. They fully engaged in our virtual cotillion activities and chose to embrace the opportunity it presented. Over the course of the debutante season, the young women continued to cultivate their interest in education, community service and social action. We hope that they have enjoyed and learned from events like the Etiquette and Branding, Exercising Your Right to Vote, Civic Engagement and Community Service, and the Career Exploration and College Preparation sessions, as well as the Mother/ Daughter Virtual Tea, Father/Daughter Event, and the Valentine’s Day Service Project. Most importantly, the young women have formed lasting relationships with each other and with many others they have met during the cotillion season. Thank you so much to the families for allowing us the opportunity and pleasure to get to know, learn from, and hopefully help to shape and pour into your most precious daughters. On behalf of the cotillion committee and our chapter, I want to extend my heartfelt appreciation to the mothers, marshals, family and friends who have supported the debutantes throughout their cotillion season. Your sacrifice of time, resources, participation, and moral support throughout this process is what has made this time so special and ensured a successful event. Participation on the cotillion committee continues to be one of the most rewarding activities for me as a member of Union County Alumnae Chapter. Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to provide assistance and support through established programs under our Five Point Programmatic Thrust in local communities and throughout the world. Through the generous support of our sponsors and patrons, we are able to provide monetary awards to the debutantes as well as fund our service initiatives and programs that we provide to the Union County community. We encourage you to support our sponsors who are the business and organizations displayed in our souvenir book, our virtual presentation and on our website who have so generously supported our debutantes. Last, but not least, the cotillion would not be a success without the tireless effort of our cotillion committee. Our chairperson, Dr. Wendy Gravely, and her team of co-leads Pamela Grant-Buie, Cassandra Tindell, and Alisa Jones have lead this committee with excellence. Thank you to each and every member who has contributed to the success of this glorious event. Please enjoy this spectacular evening. Yours In Service, Dr. Mary Lindsay- Barber Union County Alumnae Chapter Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. President, 2019-2021
P. O. Box 2095 ♦ Indian Trail, NC 28079 ♦ unioncountydst.org ♦ unioncountydst1913@yahoo.com
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Union County Alumnae Chapter
Chapter History - Who We Are Union County Alumnae Chapter (UCAC) was chartered on January 28, 2011 by 18 members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. who saw an increased need for service in Union County. Since our chartering, we have grown to over 100 members. We are dedicated to uplifting our community and strengthening relations with citizens, local government and other organizations who also seek to empower and improve our county. Following the footsteps of our 22 national founders and the direction of our Grand Chapter, we are a group of college-educated women dedicated to strengthening our community through leadership and service. We provide programs and services that fall within our Grand Chapter’s Five-Point Programmatic Thrust consisting of: Economic Development, Educational Development, International Awareness and Involvement, Physical and Mental Health, and Political Awareness and Involvement. Our chapter was awarded the distinction of 2020 South Atlantic Region Chapter of the Year. UCAC serves the following towns: Fairview, Hemby Bridge, Indian Trail, Lake Park, Marshville, Marvin, Mineral Springs, Monroe, Stallings, Unionville, Waxhaw, Weddington, Wesley Chapel and Wingate.
Some of our Programs and Service Projects… Rosa L. Poston & Jeanette B. Sherrod Scholarship ~ award scholarships to young ladies graduating from UCPS who plan to attend a four year accredited college/university ~ $60,000+ awarded since 2012 Inspire to Achieve ~ award scholarships to adult, non-traditional individuals 25-years or older residing in Union County attending an accredited college or university pursuing an associate or bachelor’s degree. $1500 awarded since 2020 Organizational Donations ~ donate to non-profit and service organizations that support our Five-Point Programmatic Thrust ~ $7,000+ donated since 2011 Delta Academy ~ mentor middle school girls of great promise who might otherwise be excluded because they lack support, resources, and encouragement ~ 10-15 served annually Delta GEMS ~ mentor high school girls to enhance their self-esteem, academic achievement, leadership skills, and cultural awareness ~ 8-12 served annually Debutante Cotillion ~ introduce young ladies to the community after 6-8 months of seminars, community service, fellowship, education, family activities, and fundraising ~ 6-14 served annually Community Health Fair ~ provide free health screenings for diabetes and cardiac risk factors, community blood drive, and free access to resources that encourage healthy lifestyles ~ 100-150 served annually Free Market ~ collect donated clothing and accessories and provide free to the public ~ 200+ served annually Feeding the Hungry ~ prepare and serve breakfast monthly for the hungry ~ 1000+ served since 2016 School to Prison Pipeline ~ convene panel to address issues and solutions ~ partnering with 8 Union County departments and organizations in 2017
P. O. Box 2095 ♦ Indian Trail, NC 28079 ♦ unioncountydst.org ♦ unioncountydst1913@yahoo.com
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Union County Alumnae Chapter
School to Prison Pipeline ~ convene panel to address issues and solutions ~ partner with 8 Union County departments and organizations in 2017 Voter Registration and Education ~ encourage UC citizens to participate in the political process ~ 50+ engaged annually Mental Health Awareness ~ offer free mental health first aid certification to community and educate children about mental health issues and encourage them to speak up against bullying ~ 50+ served biennially Souper Bowl of Caring ~ provide a hot meal to citizens of the community ~ 110+ served in 2016 Read Across America ~ bring awareness to children’s literacy in the community ~ 280+ served in 2016 Days for Girls ~ sewed, assembled, and shipped 50+ washable personal hygiene kits for young girls in Haiti in 2016 Financial Fortitude Workshop ~ provide free financial education and access to community resources to improve financial literacy ~ 100+ served in community workshops held in 2016 & 2020
Some of our Amazing Community Partners…
American Red Cross
UC Chamber of Commerce
Christmas Bureau
J. Ray Shute Center
Marvin AME Zion Church
UC Agricultural Center
Monroe Fire Station
Fire Station # 4
Monroe Parks and Recreation
First Presbyterian Church, Monroe
UC Public Libraries
Turning Point
UC Day of Caring (United Way)
Town of Indian Trail
UC Community Shelter
P. O. Box 2095 ♦ Indian Trail, NC 28079 ♦ unioncountydst.org ♦ unioncountydst1913@yahoo.com
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Union County Alumnae Chapter
UCAC Leadership Team Dr. Mary Lindsay-Barber, President
Beverly Jeter, Chaplain
Deirdre Hatcher, 1st Vice President
Dr. Marsherrill Koonce, Heritage & Archives
Laverne White, 2nd Vice President
Kamisha Kirby, Public Relations
Dr. Wendy Gravely, Recording Secretary
Tahira Stalberte, Public Relations
Drema Larkin, Corresponding Secretary
Robyn Jones, Custodian of Properties
Sherri Peters, Treasurer, Finance & Budget
Anya Ruffin, Technology / Webmaster
Pamela Grant-Buie, Assistant Treasurer
Kelli Rainey, Technology / Webmaster
Alisa Jones, Financial Secretary
Judy McGee, Amenities
Ella Smith, Assistant Financial Secretary
Rita James, Arts & Letters
Teresa Woods, Internal Audit
Sabrina Jackson, Policies & Procedures, Risk Management
Heather Sharpe, Nominating Committee
Janice Winstead, Fundraising, Leadership UCAC
Dr. Melita Pope Mitchell, Fundraising
Heather Sharpe, Fundraising, Risk Management
Celeste McKenzie, Sergeant-At-Arms
Althea Richardson, Scholarship, Social Action
Lynette Vielot, Social Action
Brenda Carroll, Charitable Giving
Deborah Clarke, Rituals & Ceremonies
Temperance Gaines, Parliamentarian
Sharon Crowder-Poston, 10th Anniversary
Deloris Chisley, 10th Anniversary
Dr. Wendy Gravely, Cotillion
Dr. Melita Pope Mitchell, Immediate Past President (2015-2017, 2017-2019)
P. O. Box 2095 ♦ Indian Trail, NC 28079 ♦ unioncountydst.org ♦ unioncountydst1913@yahoo.com
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Union County Alumnae Chapter
Union County Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated Membership Roster Denise Addison
Joycelyn Eason
Kathy King
Sakina Roseboro
Moriah Addison
LaJoyce Eberhardt
Kamisha Kirby
Anya Ruffin
Cynthia Baez
Teretta Edwards
Masherrill Koonce
Heather Sharpe
Sharon Bland (Davis)
Barbara Ellis
Drema Larkin
Angela Silver
Tammy Bland (Cartledge)
Diane Ellis
Carole Lewis
Ella Smith
Pamela Bland-Bostick
Andrea Felder-Johnson
Mary Lindsay-Barber
Evadne Smith
Ja’Shaun Blanding
Carolyn Ford
Shelley Malloy
Monica Smith
DeVine Bowers
Kysha Frazier
Jacqueline Massey
Tahira Stalberte
Meagan Bowman
Temperance Gaines
Lasunda Massey
Justine Stewart
Tracy Braswell
Neva Gary
Kim Mayfield
Tracey Swartz
Pamela Grant-Buie
Victoria Gilbert-Hayes
Dorothy McClary
LaKendra Talton
Lillian Burgess
Wendy Gravely
Sherri McCormick-Smith
Cassandra Tindell
Kia Burkins
Deirdre Hatcher
Judy McGee
Benita Turner
Pamela Carlton
Gina Howard
Celeste McKenzie
Monique Tyson
Garnetta Carlton-Smith
Natasha Hunter
Cossandra Miller
Lynette Vielot
Brenda Carroll
British Hyrams
Melita Pope Mitchell
Karen Wallace
Chera Charlton
Sabrina Jackson
C. Brigitte Morris
Laverne White
Deloris Chisley
Rita James
Khymaya Perkins
Valeria Williams
Deborah Clarke
Jacquelyn Jenkins
Sherri Peters
Tiffany Wilson
Alicia Cobb (Tetteh)
Beverly Jeter
Felizia Polly
Janice Winstead
Kaye Cole
Alteka Jinwright
Rosa Poston
Teresa Woods
Sharon Coleman
Alisa Jones
Shadae Rahiem
Monica York
Karen Crowder
Jade Jones
Kelli Rainey
Sharon Crowder-Poston
Robyn Jones
Monica Ramseur
Cheryl Curtis
Zennetta Jones-Peters
Karen Reid-Sims
Fannie Dawson
Tonya Kelly-Bratton
Marla Riddick
P. O. Box 2095 ♦ Indian Trail, NC 28079 ♦ unioncountydst.org ♦ unioncountydst1913@yahoo.com
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Union County Alumnae Chapter
April 10, 2021 Debutantes, It has been our pleasure to serve as the co-chairs for this year’s annual cotillion. With the challenge of an all-virtual season, these 7 months have been unusual yet extremely rewarding because of you, your families, and your supporters. We hope you will use the lessons you have learned on etiquette, college preparation and preparedness, career awareness, community service, civil justice, and social activism to make wise choices, informed decisions, and better experiences. The game day event we participated in with fathers and daughters was so exciting. It was great to see everyone’s competitive side! In addition, observing as you sincerely shared your love and appreciation to your moms at the mother-daughter tea was very touching. You have embodied your cotillion theme, “Exquisite Style & Beauty” by demonstrating poise while also showing compassion and kindness to one another and those you have encountered this cotillion season. We, along with entire cotillion committee, sincerely thank you and your families for your commitment to this program. We are grateful for the precious gift of witnessing you realize your essence as young ladies of exquisite style and beauty. Best Wishes, Ms. Alisa, Ms. Cassandra , Ms. Wendy, & Ms. Pamela, Cotillion Committee Leads
“Live a life you are proud of and be passionate at all times.”
P. O. Box 2095 ♦ Indian Trail, NC 28079 ♦ unioncountydst.org ♦ unioncountydst1913@yahoo.com
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Union County Alumnae Chapter
Cotillion Committee
Cotillion Committee 2020-2021 Left/Front to Back: Cassandra Tindell (Committee Co-Lead) ♦ Dr. Mary Lindsay-Barber (Chapter President) ♦ Laverne White ♦ Alisa Jones (Committee Co-Lead) Right/Front to Back: Denise Addison ♦ Dr. Wendy Gravely (Committee Chairperson) ♦ Robyn Jones
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Brenda Carroll ♦ Pamela Grant-Buie (Committee Co-Lead) Not Pictured: Barbara Ellis
P. O. Box 2095 ♦ Indian Trail, NC 28079 ♦ unioncountydst.org ♦ unioncountydst1913@yahoo.com
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Union County Alumnae Chapter
Rosa L. Poston and Jeanette B. Sherrod & Inspire to Achieve Scholarship Recipients
Rosa L. Poston and Jeanette B. Sherrod 2013
2014
2015
2016
Santana Jackson
Latrice Johnson
Bethany Joy Howard
Praier Barnwell
Carena Meadows
Jordan Garrick
Ashlyn Ford
Alisha Hartley
Imani Sweat
Betina Acosta
Gloris Anderson
Malasia McClendon
Semone Waite
Amber Brianna Parker Malaysia Taylor Madison Nicole White
2017
2018
2019
2020
Alexis Blount
Ajiah Felder
Desnee Bryant
Lauren Francis
Kayla Bonilla
Maya Houser
Alana Gibbs
Anissa Hood
Giavanna Proctor
Ashley Payne
Gabriele Laine
Brenna Worth
Jada Smith
Kharis McGee
Joyce Watson
Kaycee Shipman
Vivica Blakeney
Dakota Douglas
Caitlyn Brown
Briyanna Clyburn
Ariana Thompson
Inspire to Achieve 2020 Devin Wallace
P. O. Box 2095 ♦ Indian Trail, NC 28079 ♦ unioncountydst.org ♦ unioncountydst1913@yahoo.com
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Union County Alumnae Chapter
Queens and their Courts Miss Debutante 2014
Sarah Bridges
1st Runner Up
Ireland Massey
2nd Runner Up
Kendra Covington
Miss Debutante 2016
Ananda Sherwood-Saul
1st Runner Up
Alexis Blount
2nd Runner Up
Jasmine Williams
Miss Debutante 2017
Gabrielle Howard
1st Runner Up
Tajgia Gordon
2nd Runner Up
Tiarra McClary
Miss Debutante 2018
Zoe Butler
1st Runner Up
Ciarra Peters
2nd Runner Up
Kiersten Headen
Miss Debutante 2019
Adrien MeShawn Johnson
1st Runner Up
Alexius Parks
2nd Runner Up
Kendi Deveaux
Miss Debutante 2020
Jazmin Nicole Harrington
1st Runner Up
Gabrielle Lashone Rose
2nd Runner Up
Kaiya Elizabeth Parker
P. O. Box 2095 ♦ Indian Trail, NC 28079 ♦ unioncountydst.org ♦ unioncountydst1913@yahoo.com
The Debutante Experience
The Debutante Experience Father-Daughter Game Day
Yolanda Taylor (Debutante: Amaris Dupont)
Precious & Anthony Brunson (Debutante: Kamari Garrison)
Deborah & James Goode (Debutante: Anyha Goode)
Kievonne & Thomas King (Debutante: Trinity King)
Lorraine & Harold Smith II (Debutante: DeAnna Smith)
Shayla Lewis (Debutante: Layla Washington)
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Amaris Iovia Dupont “I enjoy serving others in the community. I also love to use my passion for learning new dance moves to make others smile.”
Amaris is the daughter of Yolanda and Darron Taylor and Mr. Darryl Dupont.
Amaris is a senior at South Mecklenburg High School. Amaris served as an alternate diver for South Mecklenburg High School for the swim team’s state championship competition. She is a member of the ACLU National Institute High School Program, and she has maintained honor roll status. Amaris has served as a student intern for the U.S. Attorney General’s Office in Washington, DC. She has also been a lifeguard at the Monroe Aquatic Center. Amaris has served as a member of the debate team and the Outward Bound Program. She in active in the E-kids program at her church. In her free time, Amaris enjoys swimming and dancing, traveling, spending time with her family, playing soccer, singing, serving at church, and participating in community service. In the fall, Amaris plans to attend North Carolina A & T State University, majoring in Speech Pathology. When asked what is fun and unique about her, Amaris said she is friendly and enjoys her friends and family. She likes learning new things, including new dance moves, as this is a passion for her. She has three brothers, and one of them is her twin. Amaris also is fluent in speaking Spanish.
Presenting
Miss Amaris Iovia Dupont
Sponsors PLATINUM ($200+) Shyrl Sistrunk & “Mama” Marilyn Sistrunk DST James & Renata Cooper Darron & Yolanda Sistrunk Taylor Deronta & Natasha Robinson
GOLD ($100-$199) Tracey Braswell UCAC-DST Renee & Theodore Bruton Jacqueline Amedee Jervey & Shaun Sistrunk Titania & Joseph Pepper
SILVER ($50-$99) Karen Reid-Sims UCAC-DST Bernard & Delvina Wescott Jacqueline Jenkins UCAC-DST Mr. Beamer Judy McGee UCAC-DST Kim F. Smoak Heather Sharpe UCAC-DST
Helen McAuley Pamela Grant-Buie UCAC-DST Karen V. Senior Michael Davis Laurie, III and Michelle Harper Wanda G. Smoak Claudie & Inga White
Stacey & David Williams Amaris I. Dupont Harold Carillo Denise Addison UCAC-DST Anya Ruffin UCAC-DST
BRONZE ($25-$49) Valerie A. Dyer Danielle & Troy Coleman Tonya & Timothy Longmire John Wolfe Lisa Hailey Jacinta & Henry Clark Rochelle & Keith Jones Kim Y. Pickett
TAS Academy (Fanisha Locke) Leslie Baldwin Von Ross Phyliss Riley Coretta & Kenneth Wilson Yolanda Y. Williams Kennedy H. Dupont Bryce G. Dupont
Drake V. Dupont Claude & Brenda Collins Eva Johnson Tanya N. Harrison Alisa Jones UCAC-DST Robyn Jones UCAC-DST Wendy Gravely UCAC-DST
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Kamari Geneva Garrison “I look forward to pursuing a future career in the medical field. The focus of my life’s work will be helping others.”
Kamari is the daughter of Antony and Precious Brunson. Kamari is a junior at Indian Land High School. Kamari has received the distinction of being part of the National Junior Honor Society, National Honor Society, and Beta Club. She has maintained honor roll status, with a 4.1 grade point average. Kamari has also been a recipient of the President’s award. She has been an active participant in working with the children’s ministry at her church, and just recently moved to South Carolina from Virginia.
In her free time, Kamari enjoys doing research, reading, and watching documentaries on television. Kamari aspires to attend college after high school, majoring in Psychology and then moving on to work in the medical field. She anticipates her career will keep her very busy, and she does not plan to have children. When asked what is fun and unique about her, Kamari says she is a very quiet introvert, but she will come out of her shell when she gets to know you. She feels it is unusual that she does not really like shopping much. Kamari is tall for her age, standing at 5 feet 7 inches in height.
Presenting
Miss Kamari Geneva Garrison
Sponsors PLATINUM ($200+) Celeste McKenzie UCAC-DST Lunye Bunton Dr. Sonya Lee Shalanda Warr
GOLD ($100-$199) Andrea Felder-Johnson UCAC-DST
Pamela Morton
Beziel Shambamtu
Darlissa Robinson
Tammy Green
Sharon Brunson
Masherrill Koonce UCAC-DST
Carolyn Matthews
Dwaliza Evans
Demetrius Brunson
Charles Stevens
Shredreka Cooper
Alexis Brown
Wallace Brunson
SILVER ($50-$99) Barbara Ellis. UCAC-DST
Ernestine Battle
Musthpa Hussani
Harris Family
Pernita Lee
Deborah Browne
Pamela Grant-Buie UCAC-DST
Karen Patten
Bradley Family
Ryan Keller
Sherrie Hannah
Timothy Salter
Deirdre Hatcher UCAC-DST
Stacey Durr
BRONZE ($25-$49) Sharon Coleman UCAC-DST Reginald Davis Carmen Cain Alisa Jones UCAC-DST Robyn Jones UCAC-DST Wendy Gravely UCAC-DST
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Anyha Janae’ Goode “I thrive on positivity and awaken each day with the aspiration to be better than the day before.”
Anyha is the daughter of Deborah and James Goode. Anyha is a senior at Mallard Creek High School. Anhya has maintained honor roll status since middle school. She served on the varsity track team as a freshman and her team won numerous awards and championships. Anhya received the distinction of being the 2019 Track MVP at Cuthbertson High School and the 2019 Best Newcomer at Mallard Creek High School.
In her free time, Anyha enjoys exercising, fashion, drawing, board games, and hanging with family and friends. Anyha will attend Winston-Salem State University on a track scholarship in the fall. She will pursue an undergraduate degree in Science and her future endeavor is to be a Physical Therapist or a Nurse. When asked what is fun and unique about her, Anyha says she is a kind, goofy and creative individual. She thrives on positivity and awakens each day with the aspiration to be better than the day before.
Presenting
Miss Anyha Janae’ Goode
Sponsors PLATINUM ($200+) James B. & Jaelin Matthew Goode
Dr. Priscilla Riddley
Col. & Mrs. Larry Jackson
Delano R. Rackard
Col. Jimmie & Shion Tolvert
Brandon & Amena Mebane
Ramon & Janel Gilmore
Frank & Yolanda Hatten
Mr. Jesse J. McClurkin
Dr. Brian A. Blue
GOLD ($100-$199) Ella Hoyle HHJ Construction, Inc.
Ms. Ronnise Handy
Sabastian N. Farmer
Melissa Rolle & Family
Drema Larkin UCAC-DST
Leonora D. Thompson
Thomas & Anne Anderson
Jackie & Denise Cates
Tracey Childs-Motley
Janice C. Ervin
James Lindsay, Jr.
Matthew & Sallie Caldwell
Walter McAllister
SILVER ($50-$99) Karen Wallace & Family
Kelli Rainey UCAC-DST
Robinson Orthodontics
Pamela Grant-Buie UCAC-DST
Eunice Gist
Lynette Vielot UCAC-DST
Tahira Stalberte UCAC-DST
Avis M. Wright
Ella Smith UCAC-DST
Marvelous Marva Bradford
British Hyrams UCAC-DST
BRONZE ($25-$49) Bridget Lightner
Lisa McCullough Patton
Ms. Tammy Harrell
Ms. Jeanette Armwood
Frank, Stephanie & Jaela Harrell
Katina Davis
Bennae Floyd
Alisa Jones UCAC-DST
Wendy Gravely UCAC-DST
Robyn Jones UCAC-DST
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Trinity Simone King “I am ambitious and have big plans for the future. I will always devote time to helping others in the community because this is near and dear to my heart.”
Trinity is the daughter of Kievonne and Thomas King. Trinity is a senior at Cuthbertson High School. Trinity has served with the Best Buddies program, and has received the distinction of being a member of the National Honor Society. She has maintained honor roll status and was named best track team manager for her school. Trinity started a pro-bono tutoring program and served as the founder of the yoga club. She also has worked with the TC Teens youth group at her church. Trinity enjoys playing the cello, providing free tutoring to children, and participating in school clubs and track activities.
Trinity has received acceptance from North Carolina A & T State University and Spelman University. Wherever she chooses to attend, she will pursue a major in the medical field in order to pursue her dream to become an OB/GYN physician. When asked what is fun and unique about her, Trinity says she is a kind, smart, thoughtful, and ambitious young lady. Things that are very near and dear to her heart are community service and helping others.
Presenting
Miss Trinity Simone King
Sponsors GOLD ($100-$199) Monica Ramseur UCAC-DST Carol Lewis UCAC-DST
SILVER ($50-$99) Melita Pope Mitchell UCAC-DST Monica Smith UCAC-DST Monica York UCAC-DST Pamela Grant-Buie UCAC-DST
BRONZE ($25-$49) Alisa Jones UCAC-DST Robyn Jones UCAC-DST Wendy Gravely UCAC-DST
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DeAnna Aujanae Smith “I will always look for ways to learn more about the world because it is my desire to make a positive difference in the world around me.”
DeAnna is the daughter of Lorraine and Harold Smith II. DeAnna is a senior at Catawba Ridge High School. DeAnna has been the recipient of the Principal’s Award and the Miss Photogenic Award from the high school she attends. She also gained entry into the Teacher Cadet Program and became First Aid/CPR/ AED certified for adults and children. DeAnna has served as a member of student council, FCCLA, and the Beta Club. She has also served as a volunteer for Vintage and Transformation Churches.
In her free time, DeAnna enjoys watching and analyzing films, reading, and volunteering. DeAnna will attend the University of North Carolina at Charlotte in the fall. She aspires to obtain a degree in elementary education. It is also her desire to study abroad while in college, and then return to serve as a kindergarten teacher. When asked what is fun and unique about her, DeAnna says she relies on the values she has built from being raised in a Christian home to stay grounded in doing what is right not just for herself, but for her fellow man. She says she will always look for ways to learn more about the world because it is her desire to make a positive difference in the world around her. She loves sharing what she learns, and this fuels her ambition to become an early childhood educator.
Presenting
Miss DeAnna Aujanae Smith
Sponsors PLATINUM ($200+) Mr. & Mrs. Allen
Sandra L. Burnett McMillan
Gloria & Tonya Smith
Deborah A. Wilson
Mrs. Sarah Duffie
Mr. & Mrs. Harold K. Smith II
GOLD ($100-$199) Mrs. Patricia A. Randle
Mrs. Imani Batten
The Wrenn Family
Valeria Grandberry & Family
Mr. Dwight Little
Mr. Robert Briggs
Mrs. Denitra Burnett
Ms. Marie Robinson
1 Empire Group LLC
Temperance Gaines UCAC-DST
SILVER ($50-$99) Jill & Nate Nugin
Mr. Robert Royal
Dr. Bukie Adefabi
Veronica Deese
Pamela Grant-Buie CAC-DST
Mrs. India Foster
LaShanta McDonald-Chambers
Mrs. Monica F. Watkins
Janice Winstead UCAC-DST
LaJoyce Eberhardt UCAC-DST
Jacqueline Ward-Brew
Dorothy McClary UCAC-DST
BRONZE ($25-$49) Trey Smith
Robyn Jones UCAC-DST
Mr. & Mrs. Jason Higgs
Deloris Chisley UCAC-DST
Lillian Harris
Wendy Gravely UCAC-DST
Alisa Jones UCAC-DST
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Layla Mone’t Washington “Although I am often considered charismatic, outgoing, and confident by others, I strive to walk through life with a humble spirit... and my quirky sense of style!”
Layla is the daughter of Shayla Lewis. Layla is a senior at Nation Ford High School. Layla has played on the tennis and track teams for her school and has served as president of the African American Student Association. She is a member of the National Society of High School Scholars and CAP programs. Layla helped the tennis team win the regional competition last season. She has participated in talent show competitions and won an award for a dynamic rap presentation.
In her free time, Layla enjoys playing tennis, debating, writing, reading, giving back to her community, and continuing to maintain a close relationship with God. Layla has received acceptance from North Carolina A & T State University, and is awaiting acceptance from Howard University. Wherever she chooses to attend in the fall, she will begin steps to obtaining a law degree in order to reach her goal of someday becoming a Supreme Court judge. When asked what is fun and unique about her, Layla says she is often described as charismatic, outgoing, and confident, and she agrees with this! However, she does walk through life with a humble spirit. One thing she enjoys showing off is her quirky sense of style.
Presenting
Miss Layla Mone’t Washington
Sponsors PLATINUM ($200+) Shayla Lewis
GOLD ($100-$199) Cassandra Tindell – Mainley Cupcakes UCAC-DST Quincy Lewis Rebecca Guinn Destiny Washington Wilfred Howie
SILVER ($50-$99) Pamela Grant-Buie UCAC-DST
Brenda Carroll UCAC-DST
Deborah Clarke UCAC-DST
LaKendra Tarlton UCAC-DST
Teretta Edwards UCAC-DST
Sherri Peters UCAC-DST
Kathy King UCAC-DST
Denice Howell
Barbara Ellis UCAC-DST
Benson Seisay
Gina Howard UCAC-DST
Layla Washington
Althea Richardson-Tucker UCAC-DST
BRONZE ($25-$49) Anya Ruffin UCAC-DST Alisa Jones UCAC-DST Robyn Jones UCAC-DST Raymond McElvene Wendy Gravely UCAC-DST
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The Union County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated
in partnership with the
Delta Research and Education Foundation
Pearl Level $1000 Ruby Level $500 Violet Level $250
May you each follow your dreams! Dr. Mary Lindsay-Barber Union County Alumnae Chapter President
2020-2021 Debutantes Proverbs 3:5-7
Congratulations & Best Wishes 2020-2021 Debutantes!