LTO February 2013 Newseltter

Volume 2 Issue 2 February 2013

Basileus Message Joyce L. Nelson, Ed.D

“Wrap Your Gifts and Pass Them On” Greetings Sorors, We have been given the charge from Soror Peggy Lewis LeCompte to wrap our gifts and pass them on. As we prepare to pay tribute to Black History month lets Feb. 2nd - Metropolitan Joint Founder’s Day also take time to acknowledge trailblazers in our chapter who had a vision to at Hyatt Regency Chicago start a chapter in the far south suburban area of Chicago. Eighteen bright and determined young women had gifts that we as a chapter are now enjoying. A Feb. 3rd —Pan Hellenic Council at Holy Angels Church—615 East Oakwood Blvd. special thank you is extended to our charter members who had a vision in 1978 Chicago, Illinois 60653 to breathe life into Lambda Tau Omega Chapter.

Upcoming Events

Feb. 5th —TPF Board of Directors and Executive Committee Meetings at St. Andrews Church 18850 Riegel Road, 6:30 PM Homewood, Illinois Hostesses (Toni G, Rashea, Carol S. and Melody Ferguson) Feb 9th—EYL Mock Trial Activity See Sharee Haywood for details Feb. 9th—TPF Membership and LTO Chapter Meetings at United Christian Church 4351 West 180th Street, Country Club Hills, Illinois Feb. 24th—LTO 35th Anniversary Celebration at Dream Palace Lynwood, Illinois Check website calendar for other event dates

Ethel T. Brown*, Willene Buffett, Ruby Campbell, Audrey Carter*, Janie Cooper, Soror Bessie Flint, Soror Carolyn Hutton, Soror Tanyra Johnson-Spight, Lois Merritt, Maxine Morgan, Jeanette W. Rogers*, Beverly Roseborough, Jacqualine F. Scott*, Constance Shorter, Gertrude Tandy, Anita Walker, Carol Washington, and Yvonne West * Still Active in Chapter

"For-Some" is a termed coined by human capital experts. It deals with the manner in which colleagues address one another. The "For-Some" format is simple and most people are very familiar with the practice. It is rooted in the adage "If you cannot say something good.Don¹t say anything at all."

What makes "For-Some" unique is that in addition to a compliment, the feedback or comment includes a suggestion for improving upon the original idea presented. Complaints are omitted.

When applied to daily life, most people have the capacity of finding fault. While it is true that everyone is entitled to an opinion; if one takes the time to voice an opinion, it's only reasonable that it should be heard. For most, negative opinions aren't easily heard or understood. Negative opinions often create a void between the speaker and the listener(s).

"For-Some", eliminates the void between the speaker and those that listen. It's easier for the speaker to hear a friendly audible voice that compliments and then makes suggestions. Productivity surges in friendly receptive environment.

In your next meeting - Choose not to disagree - Choose to inspire!

"For-Some" allows for productive conversation. "For-Some" states that some of the content was agreeable and provides the opportunity for a friendly suggestion to improve the intended outcome.

Try "For-Some" using the following 4 Rules of "For-Some."

1. Add a Smile to your face 2. State our position by noting the positive aspects of the idea/ situation with a compliment. Remember, there is something good in everything!

3. Follow with an alternative suggestion for improving the situation or idea. Bring your constructive solutions to the table for consideration!

4. Do not speak until you are able to abide by rules 13. Refrain from voicing any negative comment regarding the situation, idea or person. Don't spoil the fun!

Submitted by Audrey McFarlin

The Alpha Kappa Alpha Pledge All sorors should be able to recite the Pledge by memory.

When reciting the Pledge, there is no “s” on the word strength.

The Pledge should be recited at the beginning or end of chapter meeting.

When reciting the Pledge after the Hymn, keep arms crossed (right over left) and hands clasped. Conclude with a gentle inconspicuous hand squeeze before releasing hands.

The Pledge should never be printed on any item.

The Pledge should not be recited publicly.

Submitted by June Mitchell

Chaplin’s Corner

Jennifer Lyle Moore

Love Magnet Have you ever come across a person who has certain magnetism about them? This same person has a way of drawing people to them without effort. You feel good when you are in their presence and there character is genuine without pretence. If so you have just met love.

Most of us think of love as an emotion and have difficulty separating it from our feeling nature. The human feeling of love is a lot easier for us to relate to because it is directed to those we know and whom we come in constant contact. We have made a bond with these people and the love is based on that bond.

However, God has placed in us a little use faculty of love that is a magnet and when implemented at the highest level draws to us loving people, loving experiences, loving relationships, and loving outcomes.

And just as a magnet it will repel those things that would harm us or wish us ill. This kind of love requires no persuasion, manipulation or clique to work for God (good). It just is. You would find it as difficult to explain as you would to explain spirit. You feel it or not. This magnet of love is there within each of us. Those of us that are aware of its presence are able to experience a stronger attraction. It starts with no one but you; it is there, just allow it to take over. 1 Corinthians 13: 4-8

2013 LTO Officers Joyce L. Nelson, Basileus Jan Reed, Anti-Basileus Leah Hill, Grammateus Tiffany Wicks, Anti-Grammateus

LTO Standing Committee Chairmen By-Laws - Toni Austin-Johnson Social - Meesha Townsen and Lora Alexander-Flaherty Connection - Alice Tittle and Paula Rogers Daniels Technology - Kimberly Mitchell Historian - Judy Rush Standards – Carol Harris and Mary Reeves Leadership Development - Lynda Tarver

Marilyn Hamb, Tamiouchos Sarah Lewis-Weaver, Anti Tamiouchos Veneeta Phelps, Epistoleus Donna Fowler-Canty, Pecunious Grammateus Marva Campbell-Pruitt, Anti Pecunious Grammateus Michelle Clark, Ivy Leaf Reporter Audrey McFarlin, Membership Antionette Austin-Johnson, Parliamentarian Judy Rush, Historian Rashea Ratliff, Hodegos Joyce L. Duke, Philacter Jennifer Lyle Moore, Chaplin Toya Harvey—Graduate Advisor

LTO Ad Hoc Committee Chairmen Metropolitan Joint Founder’s Day - Judy Rush, Rep. Pan Hellenic Council - Cheryl Cage, Kristin Hamb and Robin Akins Sisterly Relations – Toni Grayer and Rosalind Backstrom Conference - Carol Sharp June Luncheon - Bernice Deloney, Karla Barton and Patricia Parrish December Luncheon - Cynthia Robinson and Barbara McCreary Protocol—June Mitchell Rituals—Pam Martin and Carol Sharp

Meet the Debutantes 2013 Miss Prominent Pearl Cotillion:

Extraordinary Treasures Giselle is a junior at Marion Catholic High School.

She is senior class Vice-President and plays varsity tennis and soccer.

She is also a member of Top Teens of America.

Ahriel Fuller

Giaelle Beebe

Myeisha is a senior at Marion Catholic High School. She is senior class President and captain Myeisha Hansbrough

Jasmine Mitchell

Divin Divinity Stephens

Ahriel is a senior at Longwood Charter School. She plays basketball and softball and has received several sports competition awards.

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Ashley is a senior at Marion Catholic High School. She speaks Spanish and enjoys volunteering for the homeless.

Ashley Hamilton

Nia is a junior at HomewoodFlossmoor High School. She plays volleyball and also enjoys reading and cheerleading.

Maya Lucas

Maya is a junior at Homewood-Flossmoor High School. She has been involved in Precious Pearls and plays basketball. She also sings in the choir. She is the granddaughter of Soror Vivian Hudson-

Sydney Jones

Sydney is a CVCS senior and is an all-star cheerleader. She has been involved in Precious Pearls and enjoys cooking and reading. She is the granddaughter of Soror Saundra Jones.

Nia Long

Jasmine is a senior at HomewoodFlossmoor High School. She is captain of the varsity pom pons team and enjoys all forms of dance.

Deja Rollins She also speaks Spanish and plays the violin.

-Divinity is a senior at Homewood Flossmoor High School.

She plays basketball and runs track. She is the goddaughter of Soror Leah Hill. Jasmi Jasmine Tolson

Deja is a senior at Rich Central High School.

She runs varsity cross country and track. She is President of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., South Suburban Chap-

Jasmine is a senior at Queen of Peace High School. She plays varsity tennis and is a member of the Physician Scientist

Millicent Borishade, Cotillion Chairman Kimberly Mitchell, Cotillion Co-Chairman

February Birthdays Soror Soror Soror Soror Soror Soror Soror Soror

Sheridan Banks Rose Butler- Hayes Marydale Donald Ayesha Searcy Toni Austin- Johnson Toni Grayer Leah Hill Meesha Towsen

February 5th February 10th February 11th February 11th February 12th February 17th February 23rd February 26th

Soror Lynsey Mitchell

February 28th

Wedding Anniversaries Soror Audrey McFarlin & Honey-Do Novik Soror Onquanette Nowels-Pierce & Honey-Do Wilson

February 14th February 14th

AKAversaries Soror Judy Rush Soror Linda Varnado Soror Kimberly Mitchell

February 4th February 4th February 20th

Prayer Request Please continue to keep the following Sorors uplifted in your thoughts & prayers: Soror Joyce Nelson Soror Barbara McCreary Soror Mary Reaves Soror Cheryl Cage Soror Donica Jackson Soror Shawn Jackson Soror Caletha White Soror Tina Hughes-Burke Soror Sharee Haywood Soror Pamela Bates Porch Pendelton Family

Submitted by Rashea Ratliff