Team Jessica
(Also Known As)
Lead by Donald, Dana, Jessica, & Julian Lucas. Anne Burns, Dianna Campbell, Johnine Clark, Marielle Hall, Racquel Hall, Alicia Haughton, Carmen Kelly, Holli Holliday, Ashley-Marie Julian, Tamara McCants, Donna Potts, Kariba Tillman, Damali Totress
Congratulates
Thank you to all the family and friends who have supported Jessica’s Pearl Ball experience.
April 28, 2024
Dear Pearl Ball Debutantes,
Congratulations on completing your journey through the cotillion program! Your dedication, hard work, and commitment to personal growth and development have brought you to this momentous occasion.
Throughout this transformative experience, you have had the extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourselves in a diverse range of cultural, academic, and social activities. From leadership development to etiquette training; dance lessons to career planning workshops; and opportunities to bond and make new friends, you have embraced each opportunity with grace and enthusiasm.
Moreover, your involvement in community service projects has not only enriched your own lives but has also positively impacted those around you. By dedicating your time and efforts to serving others, you have demonstrated leadership, compassion, and a genuine commitment to making a difference in the world.
Your dedication to fundraising exemplifies the spirit of your dedication to raising funds for your college education, where you will continue to grow, learn, and prepare for a promising professional career.
Today’s Pearl Ball Cotillion is more than just a formal presentation to society—it is a celebration of your achievements, your character, and your potential. Cherish this moment, for it marks the culmination of months of growth, learning, and selfdiscovery.
We commend each of you for your accomplishments and wish you all the best as you embark on the next chapter of your journey. May the lessons you have learned and the memories you have created remain with you always, guiding you towards a future filled with success, fulfillment, and joy.
Congratulations on this well-deserved honor!
With warmest regards,
Arnitra Duckett, President
DC Pearls III Foundation and Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. ®
Rho Mu Omega Chapter
Saundra R. Roberts, Executive Director DC Pearls III Foundation
April 28, 2024
Greetings:
It has been my esteemed pleasure to serve as Chairman for the 2023 – 2024 Pearl Ball Cotillion Program hosted by the DC Pearls III Foundation, Incorporated in conjunction with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®., Rho Mu Omega Chapter. Let me be among the first to welcome our twenty-one Debutantes to Society.
It was great witnessing the growth and development each debutante experienced since the start of the Program. Each young lady created memories that will last a lifetime. Additionally, I am proud of the opportunities this program afforded our debutantes and count it an honor to have positively impacted the lives of each program participant.
Our debutantes gained immense life skills through the Leadership Institute. They honored their mothers during a Mother-Daughter Tea and participated in community service activities that benefited residents of the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan Community. Debutantes had fun bowling with the fathers/father figures and Debutantes and Escorts honed their social grace skills by attending an Etiquette Workshop. Moreover, they actively engaged in group and individual fundraising activities in support of scholarships for themselves and others.
I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate your parents and legal guardians for the investment you made in each Debutante. You contributed countless hours of commuting, networking, fundraising, and overall support of your respective daughters. And I know that you will cherish every special moment today. I applaud you for a job well done!
As Chairman, I can honestly say that the past eleven months have been nothing short of a labor of love. Additionally, I was delighted to have the opportunity to get to know your daughters. In her own right, each young lady is unique, gracious, wise, humble, and humorous and I sincerely wish them every success in their future endeavors.
Finally, the Cotillion Steering Committee worked extremely hard to make this program both memorable and meaningful. And I know that I speak for them in saying that we hope that tonight is as magical for you as it is for us.
Sincerely,
Stephanie R. Allen, Chairman 2023-2024 Pearl Ball Cotillion
2023-2024 COTILLION STEERING COMMITTEE
Stephanie R. Allen, Chairman
Stephanie R. Allen, Cotillion Chairman | DC Pearls III Foundation, Vice-President for Development
Arnitra Duckett, President | AKA, Rho Mu Omega Chapter / DC Pearls III Foundation
Gina Scott, Consultant, Vice-President | AKA, Rho Mu Omega Chapter / DC Pearls III Foundation
Saundra Roberts, Executive Director | DC Pearls III Foundation
Shawna Berry, Deputy Chairman
Tahia Marable, Deputy Chairman
Tonya Robertson, Deputy Chairman
Maria Clark, Program Manager
Donna E. Davis, Vice-Chairman, Logistical Planning
Donica Young, Deputy Vice-Chairman
Jahnae McCoy, Deputy Vice-Chairman
Kirsten Roach, Vice-Chairman, Operational Affairs
Katrice Pasteur, Deputy Vice-Chairman
Kariba Tillman, Deputy Vice-Chairman
Shari L. McCoy, Vice-Chairman, Event Planning
Karen Robinson, Deputy Vice-Chairman
Wendie Thomas, Deputy Vice-Chairman
Joan Turner, Deputy Vice-Chairman, Program Planning
LaDonia Wilkins, Deputy Vice-Chairman
Sharon Falby, Deputy Vice-Chairman
Averil Carraway, Finance Consultant
Rasheena Wilson, Logistics Consultant
2023-2024
COTILLION SUBCOMMITTEE CHAIRMAN AND MEMBERS
Stephanie R. Allen, Chairman
Budget & Finance Subcommittee: Angela Thornton-Young, Averil Carraway, Tonya Robertson, Karen Wingfield
Cotillion Budget Subcommittee: Averil Carraway
Fundraising Subcommittee:
Daneka Lucas, Chairman; Wendie Pulliam, Vice-Chairman; Members: Tonya Robertson, Stephanie Allen
Logistics Subcommittee:
Averil Carraway, Chairman; Rasheena Wilson Vice-Chairman Souvenir Journal Subcommittee:
Angela Hendrix Bell, Chairman; Ruby Freeman, Vice-Chairman; Members: Cotillion Executive Committee
Shari L. McCoy, Vice-Chairman, Event Planning
Attire Subcommittee:
Sheila Maness, Chairman; Chereace Richards, Vice-Chairman
Communications Subcommittee: Monet’ Ross, Chairman
Cultural & Social Activities Subcommittee:
Cheryl Eggleston, Chairman; Khadijah Harvin, Vice-Chairman; Kellie Jackson-Lomax, Vice-Chairman
Decorations & Flowers Subcommittee:
Kesha Mitchell, Chairman; Melissa Knight, Vice-Chairman; Members: Janet Corbitt, Annette Cureton, Rashawnna Banks, Pam Carter Coleman, Cianni Dudley, Jan Elston, Towanna Friend, Sharon Gomillion, Kesha Mitchell, Lolita Hoover, Nahir Henry, Lola Knights, Michaela Smith, Kenya McNealy, Sabrina Pinnix, Joan Turner
Escorts Subcommittee: Valencia Rodgers, Chairman; Ashley Julian, Vice-Chairman
Mother / Daughter Tea Subcommittee: Michaela Smith, Chairman; Lola Knights, Vice-Chairman; Members: Cheryl Eggleston, G. Delores Ellerbe, Kellie Jackson Lomax, Aida Garoute-Nelson, Lauren Wells, Jacqueline Williams, Janet Corbit, Annette Cureton, Robin Marcus, Quinci Moody, Shelby Thomas, Wendie Thomas, Damali Totres
Publicity and Social Media Subcommittee: Sydney Porter, Chairman; Asya Heatley, Vice-Chairman
Kirsten Roach, Vice-Chairman, Operational Affairs
Community Service Project Subcommittee: LaDonia Wilkins, Chairman; Felicia Brown, Vice-Chairman
Etiquette Workshop Subcommittee: Sabrina Pinnix, Co-Chairman; Kariba Tillman, Co-Chairman
Guest Speaker & Announcers Subcommittee: Tahia Marable, Chairman; Teresa Scott, Vice-Chairman; and Denise Reed, Vice-Chairman
Kirsten Roach, Vice-Chairman, Operational Affairs ... con’t
Hostess Subcommittee:
Sandra Montgomery, Chairman; Jackie Hardy Vice-Chairman
Leadership Institute Workshops Subcommittee: Charneta Scott, Chairman; Towanna Friend, Vice-Chairman
Marketing & Graphic Design Subcommittee: Angela Hendrix-Bell, Chairman; Ruby Freeman, Vice-Chairman; Members: Maria Clark, Asya Heatley, Tahia Marable, Saundra Roberts
Donna E. Davis, Vice-Chairman, LogisticAl Planning
Awards / Gifts Subcommittee:
Tonya Robertson, Chairman; Gayle Shuford, Vice-Chairman; Members; Shawna Berry, Sharelle Stagg, Karen Robinson, Joan Turner, Wendy Pulliam, Daneka Lucas
Culminating Event Subcommittee:
Donica Young, Chairman; Jasmine Mitchell, Vice-Chairman; Members: Courtney Bell, Jahnae McCoy
Dance Rehearsal Subcommittee:
Donica Young, Chairman, Courtney Bell, Vice-Chairman; Members: Stephanie R. Allen, Donna E. Davis, Averil Carraway, Angela West Thompson, Jahnae McCoy, Tahia Marable
Handbook Subcommittee:
Stephanie R.Allen, Vice-Chairman; Averil Carraway, Vice-Chairman; Member: Maria Clark
Photographer / Videographer Subcommittee:
Cipriana Patterson, Chairman; Bridget Reavis Tyler, Vice-Chairman
Protocol / Hospitality Subcommittee: Jan Elston, Chairman; Maria Clark, Vice-Chairman
Sponsorships Subcommittee: Holli Townsend, Chairman
Technology:
Stephanie R. Allen, Chairman; Shawna Berry, Vice-Chairman; Tahia Marable, Vice-Chairman
Joan Tuner, Vice-Chairman, Program Planning
Creativity Liaisons: Carla Hillary, Chairman; Lolita Hoover, Vice-Chairman; Members: Robin Rice, and Joyce Nixon
Entertainment /Band Subcommittee: Karen Robinson, Chairman; Katherine Harvey, Vice-Chairman
Registration/Seating Registration Subcommittee: Joyce Nixon, Chairman; Kariba Tillman, Co-Chairman; Audra Dunbar, Vice-Chairman; Members: Stephanie Allen, Donna E. Davis, Averil Carraway, Rasheena Rowley, Angela West Thompson, Angela Thornton-Young,Tonya Robertson, Karen Robinson, Jan Elston and Maria Clark.
Scrapbook Subcommittee:
Courtney Bell, Chairman; Donica Young, Vice-Chairman Members: Donna E. Davis, Jahnae McCoy and Joan Turner
Selection Process Subcommittee: Phyllis Throckmorton, Chairman; Donna E. Davis, Vice-Chairman
OUR HISTORY
DC PEARLS III FOUNDATION
DC Pearls III Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that was incorporated in 2002 by the members of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.® Rho Mu Omega Chapter. We sponsor initiatives that focus on the underserved communities in Washington, DC to reduce disparities in the areas of health, education, economic security, and cultural arts. Our fundraising events like the Pearl Ball Cotillion allow us to sponsor community programs like our Annual Historically Black College and University (HBCU) College Tour and to award annual college scholarships. Additionally, DC Pearls III Foundation is charged with pursuing grants, corporate sponsorships and other income streams that are used to fund Rho Mu Omega’s and other like-minded charitable organizations’ community initiatives. Please visit us at dcpearlsiii.org to learn more about DC Pearls III Foundation.
alpha kappa alpha sorority, incorporated RHO MU OMEGA CHAPTER
The year was 1988. “Don’t Worry, Be Happy” was the Grammy Record of the Year, Michael Jordan was the NBA’s Most Valuable Player of the Year. Eugene Antonio Mario became the first African American Roman Catholic Archbishop in the US. Max Robinson became the first black network TV anchor. The biennial international conference was being held in Los Angeles, CA. Marla Gibbs, Mae Jemison and Rosa Parks were initiated as Honorary Members at the Conference. Alvin Ailey received the Kennedy Center Honors Award and Pearl Bailey received the Presidential Medal of Freedom.
In Washington, D.C., exactly 80 years after the Sorority was founded, 76 women-chartered Rho Mu Omega Chapter on October 30, 1988. The first meeting was held on June 24, 1987 with six members in attendance. These members set the goals, proposed names for the interest group, and formed committees. Over the next few weeks the program, bylaws, and budget were developed. At the second meeting in July, 23 Members officially organized the interest group by voting on the above-mentioned reports and accepting the name D.C. Pearls, Part III.
Rho Mu Omega, an award-winning chapter, has actively organized and participated in community and sorority activities under the various International Program themes. Some of the chapter’s many successful activities include scholarships to local high school students, an annual Black College Tour, a partnership with the Luke C. Moore Academy High School, Thanksgiving and Christmas baskets, gifts for needy families and students, movie days, support of the NCNW Black Family Reunion, and Loaves and Fishes, a volunteer food program for homeless men and women at St. Stephens and the Incarnation Episcopal Church, in Washington, D.C.
The chapter has received numerous awards over the years, which include citations for outstanding programs at the regional and national level, Regional Chapter of the Year, President of the Year, the Graduate Good Citizenship Award; and first place Regional Leadership, Program and Membership Awards. The chapter also jointly received the first place North Atlantic Region Spirit Award with the two other chapters in D.C. and its award-winning Step Team received more than 22 trophies, plaques, and certificates for outstanding step performances.
Rho Mu Omega has increased its membership through retention and reactivating several members annually. As the pearls on its necklace grow, Rho Mu Omega continues to work diligently as it strives to be of SERVICE TO ALL MANKIND.
THE PROGRAMME
Mistresses of Ceremony
Shawna R. Berry & Tahia Marable
Introduction of Mistresses of Ceremony
Greetings
Blessing of Food
Presentation of Debutantes
Debutante & Father Waltz
Debutante & Escort Waltz
Debutante Promenade
Introduction of Guest Speaker
Charge to Debutantes
“She Who Holds the Crown”
The Awards Ceremony
Crowning of 2024 Miss Pearl Ball
Closing Remarks
Stephanie R. Allen, Chairman
2024 Pearl Ball Scholarship Cotillion
Arnitra Duckett, President
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Rho Mu Omega Chapter / DC Pearls III Foundation
Saundra Roberts, Executive Director
DC Pearls III Foundation
Jan Elston, First Lady
Good Hope Union United Methodist Church
Silver Spring, MD
Dinner
Entertainment - The Brian Cunningham Project
Shawna Berry & Tahia Marable
The Cotillion Dances
Choreographer – Tia L. Belton, Point of Elegance
Ballerina Girl, Geoff Eales Orchestra
Golden Hour (Instrumental), JVKE
Halo (Instrumental), Beyonce’
Stephanie R. Allen
Gina Scott, 1st Vice-President
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Rho Mu Omega Chapter / DC Pearls III Foundation
Stephanie R. Allen Tonya Robertson
Joan Turner Daneka Lucas
Gayle Shuford Karen Robinson
Sharelle Stagg Wendy Pulliam
The Coronation Ceremony
Stephanie R. Allen
Lindsay Townsend, Miss Pearl Ball 2022
Kennedy Nixon, Miss Pink Satin Pearl 2023
Arnitra Duckett
Supporters & Donations
BLACK PEARL
Peyton Holmes
Kathy Ade
Go Grow & Be
Osei Headley
Charlie Cole
Ronald Wright
Peyton Holmes
Aubrey Verdun
Gabrielle Davis
Scott Davis
Sophia Blucker
Kafi & Larry Berry
Caroline Easterling
Sharon Easterling
Peyton Holmes
The Graham Family (Kenneth, Bonita & Kendall Graham)
Jessica Lucas
The DMP Group, LLC
Dr. & Mrs. Ronald and Racquel Hall
Dana Lucas
Toni-Michelle C. Travis
Peyton Holmes
Spencer Davis
Michelle Holmes
PINK PEARL
Jessica Lucas Holli Holliday
PLATINUM PEARL
Jessica Lucas
Dianna Campbell
Anne Burns
Toni Schooler
Ayana Shaw
Alton Pender
Mr. & Mrs. Howard and Alicia Haughton
Mr. & Mrs. Amos and Holli
Townsend
Alicia Rangel Haughton
GOLD PEARL
Jessica Lucas
Linda Aikens
Anne Burns
Mr. & Mrs. Nigel and Erica
Marshall
Donna P. Potts
Zillah Wesley
Aaliyah Owens
Sherrell Moore-Tucker
Andel Owens
Alexis Parrott
Diana Arrington
Roz Parker
Bruce Parrott & Michele
Edmondson-Parrott
Tatum Primus
Steddy Primus
Summer Marshall
Geraldine Marshall
Ayana Shaw
Marinna Banks Shields
Dalene Bryant
The Lux Affair
Isiah McIver
Aisha Staples
Michael Watts
Marcus Williams
SUPPORTERS & DONATIONS
SILVER PEARL
Nia Bethea
Verna Cheryl Davis
Frene Greene
Jamil Thomas
Sophia Blucker
Marguerite Elaine Blucker
Susan Peevy
India Brodie
Sharon Beverly-Gomillion
Felicia Brown
Derrick Frayer
Anita Lewis
O’Neal Montgomery
John O’Brien
Teresa Scott
Sharelle Stagg
Taylor Cleveland
Cheryl Campbell
Tami Collins
Charlie Cole
Elaine J. Abbas
Gabrielle Davis
Erin Cannon
Chhaya Deonauth
Linda Garman
Eiad Hameed
Julia Keeda Johnson
Monica Henkel
Shukriyah Satterfield
Celia Williamson
Caroline Easterling
Natasha Luddington
Myron Willis
Mr. & Mrs. Sheridan and Carla Easterling
Carla Easterling
Kori Guile
Janet & Jerry Scheck
Vanedra Smith
Peyton Holmes
Jackie Brown-Landry
Lori Brittain
Natasha Washington
Jessica Lucas
Robyn & James Alexander
Erin Andrews
Mr. & Mrs. Anthony and Carla Carrell
Wallace B. Ashby & Lois E. Adams
Dewayne Barnes
Sharon Beverly-Gomillion
Mr. & Mrs. Frank and Jill Borris
Chrystal Brown
Renee Brown
Gregory Campbell
Soror Luana Dean-Barber
Tracy Ellis
JaSun Frone
Charlotte Holloman
Jacqueline LaRue
Douglas Leftridge
Andrea Lewis
Donald C. Lucas (Grandfather)
April A. Payne-McMillian
Paula Potts
Premium Title & Escrow, LLC
Antoinette H. Schooler
Teresa Scott
Holli Townsend
We Feed Our People
Yvette Williams
Tamara McCants
Summer Marshall
Barbara Johnson
Joy Marshall
Crystal Smith
Lyric McCoy
Adunni Anderson
Dorothy Carter-Anthony
G. Delores Ellerbe
Carolyn Green
LaVerne Miller
Barbra Pope
Bridgitte Timpton
Brooke Oliver
Hush Harbor Group, LLC
Christopher Woodley
Aaliyah Owens
Malinda Chisholm
Dana Cunningham
Genevieve Gaisie, Ph.D.
Belynda Gentry
Ken & Dee Howard
Sylvia Huntley
Shanta Kingham
Chereace Richards
Sabrina L. Tucker
Mike Williams
Alexis Parrott
Linda B. Abbott
Michelle Baker-Bartlett
Nguyen Dang
Jace Parrott
Thomas Phan
Lashawn Reese
Flosetta Rowry
Kay Schneider
A. Tabe-Bedward
Tatum Primus
Alan Bolden
Selby Primus
Leah Taylor & Family
Ayana Shaw
Jane Alexander
Debbie Brodie
Deanna Howell
Jason Leecost
Michael V. Shaw, Jr
Michael Shaw
Tye Stuckey
Robin Tinsley
Tumika Turman
Robin Wilkerson
Skyler Williams
Onya Hayward
Richard Harris
Ikeicha Parker
Blinda Williams
SUPPORTERS & DONATIONS
BRONZE PEARL
Nia Bethea
Danielle Banton
Natalie Barnes
Sanita Cox
Debra Greene
Kathy Greene
Debra Harris
Rodney Henry
Ann Marie Rezelman
Lenarrd Smith
Paula Trotman
Brandi Watkins
Ali Wickward
Sophia Blucker
Kendra Harris
Beth Hester
Rita Miles
India Brodie
Paula Commodore
Deryl & Kathy Fleming
Lisa Hobbs
Janet Jackson
Alicia Johnson
Mike Niles
Northwestern Alumni Class 1980
Beatrice Singleton
Angela Thornton-Young
Michelle Watts
Taylor Cleveland
Taylor Cleveland
Leslie Cooper
Erika Hawkins
Anita King
Robin Laney
Charlie Cole
Kimberly Bowdre
Jackie Jiles
Gabrielle Davis
Karen Jordan
Derek & Ayodelle Syphax
Princess Williams
Chhaya Deonauth
Jack Bartlett
Megan Ephraim
Lisa Gittens
Doris Jackson
Carol Massey
Annette Miles
Zandra Persaud
Shannon Wright
Belinda Yauger
Caroline Easterling
Camille Franklin
Sondra D. Raspberry
Calvin Young
Kori Guile
Sharon Falby
Warren & Adrienne Stimpson
C. Swan
Peyton Holmes
Sonora Jackson
Jessica Lucas
Joseph Askew
Sylvia Ballinger
Deidra Barksdale
Culver & Theresa S. Bonds Clark
Dianna Campbell
Tasha Carroll-Seals
Rich Davis
Jan Elston
Janice Ferebee
China Frazier
Benjamin Griffin
Allison Hill
Raleigh Jackson, III
Greg Jefferson
Carmen Kelly
Susan Leigh
Daneka Lucas
Olivia Pearson
Kellie Perry
Dana Powell
Homer Price
Antoinette H. Schooler
Jessica Lucas ... con’t
Gayle Shuford
Brenda Silvils
Ellen Sistare
Damali Totress
Candice Townsend
Summer Marshall
Elnora Lewis
Jacqueline Macon
Patricia Parker
Lyric McCoy
Sharon Beverly-Gomillion
Marian Bobo
LaDedra Drummond
Jan Elston
Debbie Galiber
Adriene Grant
Jessie Harris-Chavis
Angela Holmes
Gloria James
Linda Jefferson
Carolyn Kelly
Arleah Leland
Leslie Lyles Smith
Ramona Mebane
Barbara E. Murray
Susan Nelson
Tracie Quander
Dominique Shepperd
Brenda Silvils
Gayle Thigpen-Allen
Traci Washington
Pamella Wilkins
Brooke Oliver
Montina Anderson
Annies Hardware
Ronnell
Aaliyah Owens
Tonya Anderson
Andrea Darden
Tracene Davis
Shadonna Gibson
Cozzette Lyons- Jones
Chanelle Mann
Sonya Peebles
Marsie Ross
Ginger Thompkins
Alexis Parrott
Russita Buchanan
Michele Cole
Barbara Edmondson
Bridnetta Edwards
Stephanie Simons
Janis Nero Carter
Linda Wills
Tatum Primus
Nakita McNeil-West
Juliet Fuller
Karen Wingfield
Skyler Williams
Sharon Davis
Ileana De La Rosa
Jean Debrosse
Bonita Foote
Kierra Johnson
Hisani Madison
Ronnette McDaniel
Brenda Parker
Chris Pirtle
Gloria Roberts
James Rodgers
Rico Rowell
Rhonique Shields
SUPPORTERS & DONATIONS
Nia Bethea
Chanelle Montgomery
Chardon Jones
Debby Mitchell
Farrah Garcia
Kevin Floyd
Kirvona Garvin
Malikah Adams
Michele Naji
Naim Naji
Rayvon Stanley
Sophia Blucker
Aaron Blucker
Calmer Schools
Tonya Spry
Jewel W. Davis
Shirley A. & Marlon C. Smith
India Brodie
Delores Furman
Earl Botts
Karen Reznek
Karen Wingfield
Nancy McCormick-Pickett
Phillicia Nelson
RS Graphx, Inc.
Theresa McDougald
Irene Evans
Jasmine Andrews
Pamela Leach
Stormie Zanfordino
Carlin Brodie
Taylor Cleveland
Stephanie R. Allen
Ella Baker
Kelly Carrington
Kenyetta Hunt
Juanita Leslie
Tameka Lancaster
Denice Southall
Gabrielle Davis
Gabrielle Davis
Caroline Easterling
Rhonda Barnes
Mary Martin
Deborah Evans
Paula Wyatt
Jessica Lucas
Evelyn P. Boyers Favors POD
Johnine Clark
Norbeck Community Church
Angelita Dozier
Adrienne Ellis
Nkeshi Free
Jackie Hardy
Brandon Harrell
Stephanie Harrison
Walt Hill
Theresa McDougald
Kara Mitchell
M/M Norman & N’gima Senior
Coach Quincy Wadley
Summer Marshall
James & Michelle Gaddy
Theresa Jennings
LaVeren Lawrence
Lyric McCoy
Valerie Ducker
Anan Johnson
Renee Kearney
Susan Leigh
Theresa McDougald
Dr. Cheryl Mercer
Denise Reed
Tonica Tatum-Gormes
Racine Tucker-Hamilton
Aaliyah Owens
January Gabriel
Melinda Pope
Regina Robertson
Tanya Seller’s-Hannibal
Alexis Parrott
Monica Belle
Tatum Primus
Alecia Francis
Lesli Jackson
Ayana Shaw
Thais Davis
Tirmira Robinson
Skyler Williams
Caprice Caldwell
Nichole Cobbs
Chablis Davis
Brooke Langhorne
Jacqueline Markham
Marcus McDonald
Yomi Ntewo
Rhonda Rowell
Toni Smith
PEARL
INTRODUCING THE
PEARL BALL Debutante
Nia Aminah Bethea
Parents/Guardians: Mr. Brandon Bethea and Ms. Nena Naji
Deb Quote
“You only live once.” and “It is what it is.”
Grade/School: Junior, Columbia Heights Educational Campus, Washington, DC
Activities: A few activities I enjoy include working at Chick-fil-A as a part-time team member, crocheting, spending time with my family and knitting blankets for example.
Aspiration/Future Goals: My aspirations consist of becoming a Real-Estate Agent, Licensed Cosmetologist and/or Entrepreneur.
Role Model(s): My role models are my mother, both sets of grandparents and my dad.
Escort Noah Pittman
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Monique and Kenya Pittman
Grade/High School: Junior, St. John’s College High School, Washington, DC
Activities: Basketball; Ski Club Member; Entrepreneur Club Member, Track; AAU Basketball League; Fluent in Mandarin; Snowboarding; Photography; Clothing Brand Owner; Jack and Jill of America Member; Counselor at Capitol City Robotics
PEARL BALL Debutante
India Brodie
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. James and Selina Brodie
Deb Quote
“never judge a book by its cover.”
Grade/School: Junior, Northwestern High School, Adelphi, MD
Activities: A few activities I enjoy are swimming, Girl Scouts, cheerleading, bocce, and track and field.
Aspiration/Future Goals: My goals are to go to college to become a fashion designer, get my own apartment and later have a family.
Role Model(s): My Favorite Cousin, Amaya Berry
Escort Antonio Gonzales Alexander Guzman
Ms. Claudia Guzman: Ms. Claudia Guzman
Grade/High School: Senior, Northwestern High School, Adelphi, MD
Activities: Special Olympics sports (Basketball and Swim) and New Carrollton Dolphins Swim Team
PEARL BALL Debutante
Sophia Grace Blucker
Parents/Guardians: Mr. Aaron Blucker and Mrs. Yolanda Stanislaus
Deb Quote
“Each movement is the sum total of moments and experiences.”
–Alvin Ailey
Grade/School: Senior, James Hubert Blake High School, Colesville, MD
Activities: A few activities I engage in include being a pre-professional dancer at CityDance Conservatory, contributing to my community, I sit on the Advisory Board for the Sandy Spring Slave Museum and African Art Gallery. Actively involved in education, I assist young dancers and work in the school media center. Additionally, I hold the position of Vice President for the NAACP Youth Council and am a proud member of Top Teens of America, fostering leadership and community engagement. My multifaceted activities reflect a commitment to both personal growth and making a positive impact on the world around me.
Aspiration/Future Goals: I’m excited about college, aiming for a double major in Dance and Psychology. This blend will grant insights into human thought and expressive movement. My goal is to become a performance artist, advocating holistic wellness and cross-cultural understanding through dance, acting as a bridge between diverse cultures
Role Model(s): My older sister, Olivia, serves as my role model. She always encourages me and is a constant source of support. She exemplifies that hard work and respectful treatment helps to create positive environments. Her actions reflect the enduring impact of dedication and kindness. She is not only my sister but, my best friend.
Escort Josh Burnette, Jr.
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Joshua and Ashleigh Burnette
Grade/High School: Senior, Rockville High School, Rockville, MD
Activities: Captain (MVP) Rockville Varsity Football Team and Captain Rockville Varsity Basketball Team
Deb Quote
“Life isn’t about finding yourself, life is about creating yourself”
Grade/School: Junior, St. Charles High School, Waldorf, MD
Activities: A few activities I enjoy are competitive cheerleading and swimming.
Aspiration/Future Goals: To attend college and become a chiropractor.
Role Model(s): My mother Latoya Cleveland.
Escort Korey Antoine Graves
Parents/Guardians: Ms. Kiana Graves
Grade/High School: c/o 2023 graduate, Dr. Henry Wise Jr. High School, Upper Marlboro, MD
Activities: Employed with a local retail chain. While attending high school, I played the trumpet with the school band.
PEARL BALL Debutante
Charlie Monique Cole
Parents/Guardians: Dr. Cherise Cole and Mr. Ronald Cole
Deb Quote
“Let everything happen to you, beauty and terror, just keep going, no feeling is final.”
~Rainer Maria Rilke
Grade/School: Junior, School Without Walls, Washington, DC
Activities: A few activities I participated in are SWW Choir; SWW Orchestra; SWW Tennis Team; DCPS Chancellor’s Advisory Board; Youth Leadership of Greater Washington; Jack and Jill of America Incorporated; Health Justice Club and Red Cross Club
Aspiration/Future Goals: My aspiration in life is to attend college and eventually attend medical school with a specialty in obstetrics.
Role Model(s): My mom, Viola Davis, my grandma, and all of my aunts on both sides of my family.
Escort Adrian Taylor
Parents/Guardians: Ms. Kisha Taylor
Grade/High School: Sophomore, Lab School of Washington, Washington, DC
Activities: Track and Field; Kappa League (Bowie-Mitchellville Alumni Chapter); Theater; and Muay Thai and Jiu Jitsu Martial Arts
PEARL BALL Debutante
Gabrielle Arianna Davis
Parents/Guardians: Mr. Scott Davis and Mrs. Monique Davis
Deb Quote
“You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.”
Grade/School: Senior, Archbishop Carroll High School, Washington, DC
Activities: A few activities I enjoy volleyball; managing the basketball team at my high school; and volunteering as a student journalist
Aspiration/Future Goals: My goal is to have my own sports talk show on ESPN in the future.
Role Model(s): My older sister, Lynn and my older brother, Aaron.
Escort Ryan Pasteur
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Reginald and Katrice Pasteur
Grade/High School: Senior, Frederick Douglass High School, Upper Marlboro, MD
Activities: Varsity Soccer
PEARL BALL Debutante
Chhaya Deonauth
Parents/Guardians: The Late Mr. Kumash Deonauth and Ms. Dominique Laws
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“You’re never fully dressed without a smile :)”
Grade/School: Senior, Jackson-Reed High School, Washington, DC
Activities: I’m a big lover of all things art. I paint, crochet, act, sing, and dance. I also love forensics and spend my weekends interning at the morgue.
Aspiration/Future Goals: My aspirations are to major in Biology and become a medical examiner to perform autopsies.
Role Model(s): My mother is my biggest role model, she is the strongest, most organized, most passionate, and caring woman I have ever met, and I am proud to be her daughter (and to look just like her).
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Frederic and Magalie Lamour
Grade/High School: Junior, CMIT South, Rosaryville, MD
Activities: Gaming; Hanging with Friends and Watching Movies/TV
Escort Freddie Lamour
PEARL BALL Debutante
Caroline Alexandria Camille Easterling
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Sheridan and Carla Ware-Easterling
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“No matter who you are, no matter where you come from, you are beautiful.” ~
Grade/School: Senior, Washington Latin Public Charter School, Washington, DC
Activities: A few activities I enjoy are volleyball, strength training, art, music, and crafting.
Aspiration/Future Goals: My aspirations in life are to protect the environment, study mathematics and engineering, and preserve our history.
Role Model(s): My mother Carla Ware-Easterling is my role model. Over the years she has demonstrated strength, courage, perseverance, and resilience to ensure that I am happy, safe, and loved.
Escort Dwayne Ham, Jr.
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Dwayne Eugene Ham, Sr. and Nikki Ham
Grade/High School: Sophomore, Indian Creek School, Crownsville, MD
Activities: Basketball; Track & Cross-country; Eagle Scout; Black Student Alliance Member and One Love Club; Writing and Bodybuilding
PEARL BALL Debutante
Kori Alexandra Alyssa Guile
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Kevin and Loretta Guile
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“It’s just really about trying to do whatever it is I do at a level of excellence. That’s really all I’m trying to do while I’m here.” ~
Grade/School: Senior, Elizabeth Seton High School, Bladensburg, MD
Activities: A few activities I enjoy include being Vice President of Student Government Association; National Honor Society; Head of event planning for Innovation Club; and a member of the Youth Women Entrepreneurship Pre-Career program
Aspiration/Future Goals: My future goals are to become a CEO of a company and continue to successfully run my business, K.G. Real Estate.
Role Model(s): My role models are my grandparents, my parents, and my sisters.
Escort Rowan Mumford
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Valdez and Kesha Mumford
Grade/High School: Senior, Eleanor Roosevelt High School, Greenbelt, MD
Activities: Science & Tech Dual-enrollment program, Capstone Research 2021-2024; Media Club - Executive Board Secretary; Men’s Varsity Lacrosse - Team Captain; Eleanor Roosevelt Black Student Union - Social Media Manager
PEARL BALL Debutante
Peyton Madison Holmes
Parents/Guardians: Ms. Renee Holmes and Mr. Elston McElroy
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“Does my haughtiness offend you? Don’t you take it awful hard ’Cause I laugh like I’ve got gold mines Diggin’ in my own backyard.”
~ Still I Rise by Maya Angelou
Grade/School: Senior, Jackson-Reed High School, Washington, DC
Activities: A few activities I partake in include community service efforts and Yale Model Congress at my school, to name a few. As a form of community service, I clean the littered streets of my neighborhood with my family, also referred to as “Adopt a Block”. I also participate in Yale Model Congress, which is a simulation that emulates the functions and processes of the U.S. Congress.
Aspiration/Future Goals: My aspirations in life begin with my education. In the near future, I will be a graduate of Drexel University’s Honor College, with my Juris Doctorate. Soon after, I aim to become a distinguished attorney. As I progress in my career I will form lasting relationships and connections with like-minded individuals. Lastly, like many I aspire to be genuinely happy.
Role Model(s): My role models are my mother, aunt, and grandmother. The women I have listed are the pinnacle and the epitome of what a woman is. These women are strong, independent, and determined which are factors that influenced my success and the well-rounded individual I am today.
Escort Christian Kofi Charles
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Reuben and Kimberly Charles
Grade/High School: Senior, Georgetown Day School, Washington, DC
Activities: Varsity Soccer and Varsity Basketball
PEARL BALL Debutante
Jessica Coleman Lucas
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Don and Dana Lucas
Deb Quote
“Trust yourself. Think for yourself. Act for yourself. Speak for yourself.
Be yourself. Imitation is suicide.”
~ Marva Collins
Grade/School: Senior, St. John’s College High School, Washington, DC
Activities: A few activities I enjoy are competing in basketball, swimming, softball, and volleyball. I serve as a community service youth leader; a Research Assistant for the RaceIdentity-and-Social-Environments project at Brown University; and head volleyball coach of a youth travel team.
Aspiration/Future Goals: My future goals include empowering young women through sports and women’s health; attending a Historically Black College or University in the Fall, and majoring in Psychology and Neuroscience, and ultimately pursue a PhD.
Role Model(s): My role model is my mom, Dana Lucas. She is a strong, determined woman who runs her own accounting business, and she doesn’t take anything from anybody. Her powerful and unique presence inspires me to pursue my dreams and be the best at whatever I do.
Escort Kaizen Settles
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. John, II and Jacqueline Allen-Settles
Grade/High School: Senior, Jackson-Reed High School, Washington, DC
Activities: Nationally ranked High School Basketball team, Elected Youth City Council Member At-Large, DC Mayor’s Youth Leadership Program; former Democracy Now Scholar; DC Council Member intern.
PEARL BALL Debutante
Summer Joy Briana Marshall
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Brian and Joy Marshall
“We
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have a torch and we should use it to lighten everyone else’s darkness.” ~ Ethel Hedgemon Lyle
Grade/School: Junior, Frederick Douglass High School, Upper Marlboro, MD
Activities: A few activities I engage include the National Honor Society; Angela Alsobrooks Youth Leadership Institute Sergeant-atArms, National Harbor Chapter Historian of Jack and Jill of America Inc.; FDHS Swim Team; FDHS Tennis Team Co-Captain; Positive Outlook Club; and Photography Club.
Aspiration/Future Goals: I plan to attend an HBCU and pursue a degree in Business Administration with a minor in Psychology.
Role Model(s): My mom is my ultimate role model because she embodies strength, kindness, and resilience. As her daughter, I aspire to emulate her admirable qualities and follow her inspiring example.
Escort Xavion Chisley
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Xavier and Johnitka Jennifer-Chisley
Grade/High School: Junior, Bishop McNamara Catholic High School, Forestville, MD
Activities: Varsity Football; Kappa League; Project Pride Leadership Program
PEARL BALL Debutante
Lyric Faith McCoy
Parents/Guardians: Mr. David McCoy and Ms. Olette Fortune
Deb Quote
“You never find yourself until you face the truth.” ~
Pearl Bailey
Grade/School: Senior, Capital City Public Charter School, Washington, DC
Activities: A few activities I enjoy are working in the IT department for my school and serving as a member of the prom committee.
Aspiration/Future Goals: I would love to work in the Behavior Analysis unit at the FBI in the future.
Role Model(s): My role models are my mom and my favorite singer Melanie Martinez.
Escort Gavin Wynn
Parents/Guardians: Ms. Kelli Wynn
Grade/High School: Sophomore, McKinley Technology High School, Washington, DC
Activities: Kappa League (DC Alumni Chapter); Washington National Cathedral Leadership Institute, McKinley Technical High School Tennis, and Community Volunteer
PEARL BALL Debutante
Brooke Victoria Oliver
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Stephen and Ericka Oliver
Deb Quote
“Stay true to yourself, yet always be open to learn. Work hard, and never give up on your dreams, even when nobody else believes they can come true but you” ~
Grade/School: Junior, Washington Latin Public Charter, Washington, DC
Activities: A few activities I participate in are track and field; Girl Scouts and College Bound
Aspiration/Future Goals: I want to become a Board-Certified Dermatologist with my own practice.
Role Model(s): My mother and grandmothers
Escort Isaiah Brooks
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Michael and Bianca Brooks
Grade/High School: Junior, Archbishop Carroll High School, Washington, DC
Activities: Fluent in Mandarin; Basketball; Soccer; Lacrosse; Flag Football; Track and Field and competitive swim with PG Pool Killer Whales
PEARL BALL Debutante
Aaliyah Catherine Owens
Parents/Guardians: The Late Dr. Celeste Owens and Mr. Andel Owens
Deb Quote
“Quiet people have the loudest minds” ~
Grade/School: Junior, Elizabeth Seton High School Bladensburg, MD
Activities: A few activities I take joy in are track & field, choir, guitar, and painting.
Aspiration/Future Goals: I aspire to be a forensic pathologist. My goal is to be happy and have a family.
Role Model(s): Sydney Mclaughlin
Escort Tomas Vick
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Mark and Lindsey Vick
Grade/High School: Senior, Gonzaga College High School, Washington, DC
Activities: Poetry; collecting records and sneakers; Mid-distance track; Community service; Student leadership, Mentorship, Coding and programming
PEARL BALL Debutante
Alexis Victoria Parrott
Parents/Guardians: MSgt. Bruce E. Parrott, ANG (Ret.) & Michele Edmondson-Parrott, JD, MS
Deb Quote
“She remembered who she was, and the game changed.” ~
Grade/School: Junior, Bullis School, Potomac, MD
Activities: I participate in Student Government Association; club lacrosse; varsity lacrosse; Co-director of Bullis Student Tutors; National Honor Society; Science National Honor Society; National English Honor Society; National Arts Honor Society; and Medical Minds Club.
Aspiration/Future Goals: I plan to study neuroscience in college and envision a future career in the healthcare field, either as a physician or researcher. My goal is to become a neurosurgeon, possibly specializing in pediatric care.
Role Model(s): My mom, my grandma, and Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Escort Warren ‘Tre’ Waddell III
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Warren and LaTonya Waddell, Jr.
Grade/High School: Senior, St. Vincent Pallotti High School, Laurel, MD
Activities: Jack & Jill of America; Kappa League; INROADS; Pallotti Varsity Baseball
PEARL BALL Debutante
Shahzadeh Pasikhani
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Hamidreza and Moraeme Pasikhani
Deb Quote
“If tomorrow’s no good, you’ll have the next day.”
Grade/School: Junior, Jackson-Reed High School, Washington, DC
Activities: A few activities I enjoy are golf; softball; bowling; AALEAD; ASU; dance; crochet; JROTC; gym; engineering; computer science and cyber security.
Aspiration/Future Goals: I aspire to become an engineering and or computer scientist. My goal is to live comfortably when I’m older and to continue to travel the world and eat lots of food.
Role Model(s): My older brother is my inspiration. He’s the reason I wanted to do engineering/ computer science and he’s been the person always supporting me and having my back whenever I’m in need. His flaws also are great lessons for me to learn from as well.
Escort Elijah Cardell Craig
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Gary and Ola Craig
Grade/High School: Sophomore, Bishop McNamara High School, Forestville, MD
Activities: Varsity Lacrosse and Basketball
PEARL BALL Debutante
Tatum Alexis Michael Primus
Parents/Guardians: Mr. Michael Primus and Ms. Daivernee Garrett
Deb Quote
“The distance between dreams and reality is called action.” ~
Grade/School: Junior, Benjamin Banneker Academic High School, Washington, DC
Activities: I am a member of a synchronized ice-skating team, I’m a tennis player; a volleyball player; softball player, a poet; an actress; a model and a debater.
Aspiration/Future Goals: I aspire to graduate high school on time and get a full scholarship to college, any college that I apply to. Then after college I plan to go to law school, graduate and then become a criminal defense attorney.
Role Model(s): My role models are Bryan Stevenson and my mom. Bryan Steveson is an inspiration because he represented many African American men that were wrongly convicted and placed on death row. My mom is an inspiration because she is incredibly strong and resilient.
Escort Marques Donovan Haden
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Marques and Shani Haden
Grade/High School: Junior, Frederick Douglass High School, Upper Marlboro, MD
Activities: Kappa League; Swim; Lacrosse; Stage Acting and Culinary
PEARL BALL Debutante
Ayana Ameera Shaw
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Donte and Quiana Shaw
Deb Quote
“If they don’t give you a seat at the table, bring a folding chair.”
Grade/School: Senior, Benjamin Banneker Academic High School, Washington, DC
Activities: A few activities I participate in are National Society of High School Scholars; National Society of Black Engineers Jr.; Mayor’s Youth Voice Council Member; George Washington University Upward Bound Program; National Council of Negro Women; Boys and Girls Club mentor and tutor.
Aspiration/Future Goals: I plan to complete undergraduate studies in Business with a minor in Spanish and obtain a Master of Business Administration.
Role Model(s): My mother, Quiana Shaw.
Escort Gavin Drew Simmons
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. John and Lisa Simmons
Grade/High School: Senior, National Christian Academy, Fort Washington, MD
Activities: 4.0 Honors Student - National Honor Society; NCA Youth Ambassador; Debate Club; Student Council Leader; Black Student Union Representative; NAACP Jr. Life Member; Sports Analyst Intern; Varsity Letterman Track and Field, National Student Leader Member; and Case Manager/Pre-Law Intern.
PEARL BALL Debutante
Madysen Marie Ward
Parents/Guardians: Ms. Kanitra D. Cobbs
“If
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you wanna be somebody, If you wanna go somewhere, You better wake up and pay attention”~
Grade/School: Senior, Jackson-Reed High School, Washington, DC
Activities: A few activities I enjoy are varsity cheer team; the Hospitality and Tourism Academy; and the National Honor Society.
Aspiration/Future Goals: My goals include achieving degrees in Interior Design and Business and to obtain entrepreneurship in corporate interior design. Additionally, I aspire to launch an art studio featuring affordable housing and workshop facilities, committed to offering art education workshops for youth and the community.
Role Model(s): My role model is my mother, Kanitra D. Cobbs.
Escort Marc Harrison, Jr.
Parents/Guardians: Mr. and Mrs. Marc and Barbara Harrison
Grade/High School: Senior, Charles Herbert Flowers High School, Springdale, MD
Activities: Varsity Football, Baseball, Track, Recreational Basketball; Chess; Video Games and Captain Youth Usher Board, Metropolitan Baptist Church
PEARL BALL Debutante
Skyler Lamar Williams
Parents/Guardians: Mr. Gregory Williams and Ms. Keisha Johnson
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““NEVER GIVE UP”
Grade/School: Senior, Reservoir High School, Fulton, MD
Activities: A few activities I enjoy are cheer, dance, and Black Girl Tribe.
Aspiration/Future Goals: My goal is to become an event planner.
Role Model(s): My mom.
Escort Savion Douglass
Parents/Guardians: Mr. Steven Douglass and Ms. Davietta Brooks
Grade/High School: Sophomore, Largo High School, Upper Marlboro, MD
Activities: Football and Track
FROM YOUR ESCORT NOAH PITTMAN and the entire Pittman Family
Nia Bethea
My First Born, A daughter is the most valuable treasure for every father. I am a proud father of an amazing daughter like you. You are beautiful, smart and strong and will always be my Mook. From the day you were born, your happiness became the purpose of my life and your smile became the reason why I am alive. Wherever life takes you, always remember that you have a dad who loves you unconditionally. Congratulations Mook!
Love, Dad
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Nia,
I have watched you grow into an even more beautiful young lady throughout this journey. You have such an amazing and loving spirit; it makes my heart smile to see you excel. I know your future is extremely bright and you will do amazing things. Congratulations and you deserve all the best life has to offer you. Love you always, Clarissa
Congratulations Congratulations Congratulations
NIA BETHEA
As Nia embarks on this elegant journey of the cotillion, we extend our warmest congratulations and unwavering support.
Nia's dedication, talent, and radiant spirit illuminates every step she takes, inspiring us all. Here's to a remarkable young woman destined for greatness. Shine on, Nia!
Love your aunties, Alicia, Deirdra, Jessica, Natalie and Tisha
BISMILLAH
Congratulations to our Intelligent, Confident, Talented, and Beautiful granddaughter, Nia Aminah Bethea.
Always know that You are Enough! Love, Mom Mom and Pop Pop Naji
Congratulations to our beautiful granddaughter Nia A. Bethea!
Through our eyes...
From the moment we first saw you, we fell in love. Part of us wondered what the world had in store for you, but it was obvious, very early, that it was All about what you had in store for the world. You are gifted , and a bright light wherever you go. To watch you grow and develop into this well rounded, head strong, beautiful young lady has been nothing short of AMAZING. To witness your journey from that little girl with the bubbly personality and the on time remarks, to a young Homecoming Queen, to see you take on the world, and explore your talents again, AMAZING. Love you Nia B.
Dear, Nia
From the moment you were born I knew you were destined for greatness. I thank God everyday for blessing me with a smart, sweet, and kind soul. You are the best big sister and daughter that anyone could ask for. As you embark on this journey into womanhood, I can’t help but be ecstatic to be by your side forever!
Congratulations baby girl!
Love Mommy,
Congratulations Debutante Nia A. Bethea
Congratulations! Debutante Sophia
Congratulations on your enchanting debut in the DC Pearls III Foundation Cotillion! Your grace, talent, and intelligence have always been such an inspiration, and it's clear that you have a wonderfully bright future ahead.
Sincerely,
Dr. Betty Collins
Sophia Blucker
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Debutante Sophia
WORDS CANNOT EXPRESS HOW IMMENSELY PROUD WE ARE OF THE REMARKABLE PERSON YOU'VE BECOME. YOUR EXCEPTIONAL INTELLIGENCE, WARM HEART, AND SWEET SPIRIT HAVE BROUGHT SO MUCH JOY AND PRIDE INTO OUR LIVES. YOUR UNWAVERING WORK ETHIC AND DETERMINATION INSPIRE US EVERY DAY. YOU ARE A WONDERFUL DAUGHTER, GRANDDAUGHTER, AND SISTER. YOU ARE A SHINING EXAMPLE OF GOODNESS AND GRACE, AND WE ARE ENDLESSLY GRATEFUL FOR THE LIGHT YOU BRING INTO OUR LIVES. WE LOVE YOU MORE THAN WORDS CAN SAY.
WITH LOVE, DAD, MOM, POP-POP, UMA & OLIVIA
Congratulations
DEBUTANTE INDIA BRODIE
FROM THE SORORS OF THE AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY
Felicia Dixon
Sharon Falby
LaTrease Garrison
Stephanie Holland
Andrea Massengile
Shayla Phillips
Ryckera Robertson
LaToya Rembert-Lang
Donica Young
D.E.A.R. Girlfriends Book Club Congratulates
DEBUTANTE INDIA BRODIE
THE LIBRARIAN
THE TRUTH WE HOLD
Pride and Prejudice
BECOMING
Lisa Davis, Janice Dougherty, Jan Elston, Sharon B. Falby, Tina McKnight, Joyce Nixon, Lorraine ParkerMiller, Donna Salmon, Shunita Seacrease, Amanda Tucker, Joan Turner, LaDonia Wilkins, Marilyn Wimbish
Metropolitan AME Church
Girl Scout Troop 2613 Congratulates DEBUTANTE
INDIA BRODIE INDIA BRODIE
Congratulations Debutante India
From your friends at the American Chemical Society
Terrance, Cynthia, Joanna, Reggie, Tiffany, Wanda, Jessica, Michelle and Nancy
Celebrates our medalist!!!
India Brodie
DebutanteIndia Brodie
We are so proud of the young lady you have become!
We admire your confidence, your compassion and your unconditional love. Continue to shine bright and exceed all expectations.
We love you more than words can say!
Daddy, Mommy, Myles and Brother
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Wishing You The Best!!
Lady Metrica Brown
Lady Monate Butler
Lady Ronisca Chambers
Lady Donna Davis
Lady Sharon Falby
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Lady Nicola Kennedy
Lady Brenda Lawson
Lady Taunya Martin
Lady Katrina Patterson
Lady Valencia Rodgers
Lady Angela Thompson
Lady Kiarra Weaver
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Congratulations!
Debutante Gabrielle Davis
The Alston, Davis, Fenderson, Fitzhugh, and Syphax Families are so very proud of you!
“For the LORD GOD is a sun and shield; the LORD bestows favor and honor; no good thing does He withhold from those whose walk is blameless. LORD Almighty, blessed in the one who trusts in you” Psalm 84:11-12 (NIV)
Easterling Family
Debutante Caroline Easterling is our beloved, daughter, younger sister, and inspiration. We know her to be passionate about the environment, fair treatment for all people, an exceptional student, kind, supportive , and most importantly, a good person. She has a vast historical knowledge base and will gladly share those facts with others. Anytime we need support or someone to talk to, we can always rely on her for helpful advice and a good laugh. We Love you!
Congratulations on your journey towards adulthood.
Ware Family
Congratulations Caroline,
May God Bless and keep you, we are very proud of you and love you!
From Grandpa John, Deborah, Jonathan, Jelissa, Carlton, Jacarlianna, and JaNylia.
EDUCATION IS THE PASSPORT TO THE FUTURE, FOR TOMORROW BELONGS TO THOSE WHO PREPARE FOR IT TODAY
Malcolm X
Sending you blessings and love on your special day!
Holli LeShae Holliday (Fab5 Auntie and Former Debutante)
We are honored to celebrate and congratulate Honey Don’t Jessica Lucas On Behalf of
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Cheers to you, Jessica!
What an exciting journey!
May this momentous occasion b e the cata lyst for ev en greater accomplishments and endless poss ibilities. Let it pro pel you toward n ew horizons and bring you clos er to your dr eams.
Congratulat ions, and may your future b e filled w ith continued success, fulfillment and joy!
Grand-Godmother, Linda Aikens
Beta Alpha Spring 1999 Silver Stars
C ongr atulati ons t o S ummer Jo y Briann a Marsh all
We are so very proud of you and look forward to all the amazing things that lie ahead.
“For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. ”
(Jeremiah 29:11 )
Love Cousin LaTonya and Cousin Terrance
TO DEBUTANTE
SummerJoy Briana Marshall CONGRATULATIONS
WE LOVE YOU
YOUR JOYNER/ROLLINS FAMILY
Congratulations and Best Wishes
Summer Joy Briana Marshall
Always remember perseverance, responsibility and hard work are attributes of success.
May the Lord embrace and guide you in all your future endeavors.
I’m So Proud of You!
AUNT MARGORIE
Summer CONGRATULATIONS
WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU!
- Granddaddy and Granny
Congratulations Debutante Summer
Congratulations to Debutante Lyric McCoy
Best Wishes to DC Pearls III Foundation
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated® Rho Mu Omega Chapter
Wilma Holmes Tootle
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated®
28th North Atlantic Regional Director
3rd International Regional Director
You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, smarter than you think, and loved more than you know.
-Christopher Robin love you so much and so proud of you!! keep shining Bright, like the diamond you are
Love Auntie Christy and Auntie Deana Brooke,
Brooke Victoria, You are everything I always dreamt you would be, a brilliant, elegant, glamorous young lady ready for the world, stopping at nothing to accomplish your goals, making us all look good in the process! I am so proud of you and excited for the next chapter in your life, college and beyond.
I love you more than you’ll ever know!
Auntie Kita/God Mom Posthumously, Uncle Kenny and Auntie Gram Patty they would be SO proud.
Brooke Victoria, Words cannot express how much you are loved and cherished. Beautiful on the inside and out, You have blessed us in so many ways, Always keep the lord first in whatever you do, and you will always remain on the right path.
Love
Mommy and Daddy
Brooke Victoria ,
It has been an honor to see you flourish so gracefully. Stay classy, confident, and authentic to yourself as you follow your dreams. You’re an illuminated star.
Love you immensely, Auntie Msa
Congratulations to our beautiful grandaughter
Brooke
You are capable of achieving anything you set your mind to, always believe in yourself and you will be amazed at what you can accomplish!!
We are so proud and love you very much
Love Nani and Papi
CONGRATULATIONS!
Noah Pittman
We are so proud of you! and all of the other debutantes and escorts
The future belongs to those who believe in the power of their dreams.
The LeNoir Family
Congratulations Brookie Brooke!!
You have grown from a sweet little girl to a beautiful young lady.
We love you so much and celebrate all of your successes.
Love
Auntie Evelyn and Uncle Mark
Congratulations to Alexis V. Parrott
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Celebrating Debutante Tatum Primus
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Congratulations, Debutante Tatum Primus
Celebrating the memories of
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CONGRATULATIONS TATUM!
We are so proud of you Tatum!! You are bright, beautiful, talented, smart and caring. You are an inspiration to our family, and it’s been a blessing to watch you grow into the women you are becoming. May God bless and keep you on this amazing journey.
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Congratulations Skyler!!
I am so proud of you!
It has been a joy and a blessing to be a part of your life and to watch you mature. I wish you HAPPINESS in all your future endeavors.
A Recipe For Happiness
Happiness is something we create in mind It’s not something you search for and seldom find -It’s just waking up and beginning the day By counting our blessings and kneeling to pray It’s giving up wishing for things we have not And making the best of whatever we’ve got It’s knowing that life is determined for us, And pursuing our tasks without fret or fuss -For it’s by completing what God gives us to do That we find real contentment and happiness too.
Helen Steiner Rice
Love, Auntie Blinda (Lin-Lin)
Congratulations Skyler
You are your best thing. - Dr. Toni Morrison
We are so incredibly proud of the beautiful, talented and kind young lady you have become. You are destined for great things!
Keep dreaming big and reaching for the stars...
You shine bright among them!
We love you!
Godmother Dawn W. Evans - Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Uncle Kenneth L. Evans - Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.
Kaitlyn & Kai Evans
Congratulations from the
Pearl Ball Cotillion Leadership Team
on a Successful Cotillion Season
Seated: Joan Turner, Kirsten Roach, Stephanie R. Allen, Shari McCoy, Donna E. Davis
Standing: Maria Clark, Katrice Pasteur, Tahia Marable, Shawna R. Berry, Tonya Robertson, Jahnae McCoy, Sharon B. Falby, Averil Carraway
Best Wishes to the 2023-2024 Debutantes
Nia Bethea
Sophia Blucker
India Brodie
Taylor Cleveland
Charlie Cole
Gabrielle Davis
Chhaya Deonauth
Caroline Easterling
Kori Guile
Peyton Holmes
Jessica Lucas
Summer Marshall
Lyric McCoy
Brooke Oliver
Aaliyah Owens
Alexis Parrott
Shahzadeh Pasikhani
Tatum Primus
Ayana Shaw
Madysen Ward
Skyler Williams
Congratulations on a Successful Debutante Season
2023-2024 Debutantes
Nia Bethea
Sophia Blucker
India Brodie
Taylor Cleveland
Charlie Cole
Gabrielle Davis
Chhaya Deonauth
Caroline Easterling
Kori Guile
Peyton Holmes
Jessica Lucas
Summer Marshall
Lyric McCoy
Brooke Oliver
Aaliyah Owens
Alexis Parrott
Shahzadeh Pasikhani
Tatum Primus
Ayana Shaw
Madysen Ward
Skyler Williams
Aaliyah
Kori
Madysen
Congratulations! 2023-2024
Pearl Ball Cotillion Debutantes
Nia Bethea
Sophia Blucker
India Brodie
Taylor Cleveland
Charlie Cole
Gabrielle Davis
Chhaya Deonauth
Caroline Easterling
Kori Guile
Peyton Holmes
Jessica Lucas
Summer Marshall
Lyric McCoy
Brooke Oliver
Aaliyah Owens
Alexis Parrott
Shahzadeh Pasikhani
Tatum Primus
Ayana Shaw
Madysen Ward
Skyler Williams
McKinley Alumnae
Congratulate
Participants of the 8 th Biennial
Pearl Ball Cotillion
Soror Darlene T. Allen (Class of 1975)
Soror Angela Hammond (Class of 1977)
Soror Angela West Thompson (Class of 1977)
Soror LaDonia Wilkins (Class of 1981)
Soror Kellie Jackson Lomax (Class of 1984)
Soror Stephanie R. Allen (Class of 1984)
Alpha Epsilon Chapter and VSU Alumnae
Congratulate participants of the
8th Biennial Pearl Ball
Cotillion
Soror Mary Bernadette Artis-Parker (1983 – 1984)
Soror Deirdia Ward Harrington (Class of 1987)
Soror Stephanie R. Allen (Class of 1988)
Soror Emilie Monroe (Class of 1988)
Soror Holli Townsend (Class of 1988)
Soror Lolita Hoover (Class of 1992)
2023-2024Debutantes
NiaBetheaSophiaBlucker IndiaBrodieTaylorCleveland CharlieColeGabrielleDavisChhayaDeonauth CarolineEasterling KoriGuilePeytonHolmes JessicaLucas
SummerMarshall LyricMcCoyBrookeOliverAaliyahOwens AlexisParrottShahzadehPasikhani TatumPrimus AyanaShawMadysenWardSkylerWilliams
CONGRATULATION S Debutantes 2023-2024
from the Pearl Ball Cotillion Steering Committee Members
Stephanie Allen
Angela Bell
Shawna Berry
Fe Brown
Averil Carraway
Maria Clark
Donna Davis
Arnitra Duckett
Cheryl Eggleston
Jan Elston
Sharon Falby
Ruby Freeman
Towanna Friend
Jackie Hardy
Ashley Julian
Melissa Knight
Audra Dunbar Latney
Kellie Jackson Lomax
Daneka Lucas
Tahia Marable
Jahnae McCoy
Shari McCoy
Jasmine Mitchell
Kesha Mitchell
Joyce Nixon
Katrice Pasteur
Cipriana Patterson
Sabrina Pinnix
Bridget Reavis-Tyler
Blayre Redrick
Chereace Richards
Saundra Roberts
Tonya Robertson
Karen Robinson
Valencia Rodgers
Gina Scott
LaTasha Scott
Teresa Scott
Gayle Shuford
Wendie Thomas
Angela West Thompson
Phyllis Throckmorton
Kariba Tillman
Holli Townsend
Roslyn Walker
Dee Ward
LaDonia Wilkins
Rasheena Wilson
Karen Wingfield
Donica Young
To our Beautiful Debutante Nia,
You have grown into such a mature and respectful young lady with style and grace. You have truly embraced your teenage years, all while accomplishing your goals and reaching new heights in school and beyond. Your brother and sister and your godsister and godbrother are lucky to have you as an example and a guide to success. We know that you will continue to strive for excellence in all that you do! We are so proud of you and lucky to have witnessed it all. We love you very much.
AJ
Aunt Malikah, Uncle Anthony, Asia and
Congratulations! You are a remarkabl e young lady.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Theta Omega Omega Chapter Fall 2015
Congratulations Debutante Sophia
Celebrates India Brodie
DEAR INDIA,
We are so very proud of you. You have accomplished so much during your time at Northwestern. You have grown into a beautiful young lady. We wish that success keeps following you in everything that you do. Dream new dreams, embark on who you are, embrace life with passion, and keep reaching for the stars.
Magdalena Tinsley- Green, Charter Member Rho Mu Omega, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Michelle Reed, Richmond Alumnae, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Dear India,
WE ARE
SO PROUD
OF YOU. CONGRATULATIONS AND KEEP REACHING FOR THE STARS!
Golden Soror Jan Elston
Soror Monica Elston Carter
Best Wishes and Congratulation
Debutante Jessica Lucas
Dearest Jessica, It’s easy to believe in goodness, grace and blessings when there are people like you in the world. I am so blessed to have a granddaughter like you. I love you, Gigi.
Zillah Jackson Wesley
Zillah F. Wesley II
Congratulations! Debutante Summer Marshall
Delegate Diana M. Fenn ell Assistant Speaker Pro Tem
District 47A, Pri nce George’s County, Maryla nd
Brooke, you will always be my little munchkin!!! I am loving watching you blossom into the beautiful girl you are today. Stay focused and all your hard work will pay off!
Love you always, Auntie
Anna
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Auntie Chelley, Uncle D and the Robinson crew
Congratulations on your wonderful accomplishment! Congratulations on your wonderful accomplishment!
So happy to support you and look forward to seeing So happy to support you and look forward to seeing everything you achieve in the future. everything you achieve in the future.
With Love, With Love,
Frazier Brooke, Brooke, Congratulations Brooke!
Monique Frazier
Monique
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Love you. you. you.
Love you so much and so happy and proud of
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"The best way to predict the future is to create it."
Congratulations Alexis V. Parrott
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xis,
We celebrate your grace, poise, talent, and commitment to excellence in everything you seek to achieve. We are so very proud of your extraordinary accomplishments. Praying your future will be filled with continued success, joy, and boundless opportunities. Love, Wanda and Monica Belle
SophiaBluckerGrace
As I stand on the threshold of my future, my heart brims with a mix of excitement and trepidation, ready to embrace the unknown and carve my own path, leaving behind the familiar to discover the depths of my potential and the beauty of new beginnings.
Aspiring to reach my goals, I look ahead with determination and look up with hope, ready to seize every opportunity and challenge that comes my way.
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