May Newsletter 2020

ESO EPSILON SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER
NEWS NEWSLETTER

MAY 2020 VOL. 1, ISSUE 5

BASILEUS
COURTNEY BROWN

EPISTOLEUS
ANNA ELSTON

A MESSAGE BY COURTNEY BROWN, BASILEUS PWAITGHEISN: THESE

ESO HOPE 02 PROMOTING
SISTERHOOD
We have always held to the hope, the belief, the
conviction that there is a better life, a better 03 PROMOTING
world beyond the horizon - Franklin D. Roosevelt SERVICE

05 OFFICER /

COMMITTEE
UPDATES

07 COMMITTEE
UPDATES

14 ESO BUSINESS
MEETING
AGENDA

PROMOTING MBAASYILEUS ITINERARY

SISTERHOOD 01 ESO POP UP

Suggestion From the Basileus HAPPY HOUR

CELEBRATING 04 #CAP:
LEGACIES PORTFOLIO
DEVELOPMENT
ESO LEGACIES
06 SECURING THE
Sorors Iris Brown & Courtney Brown BLACK
Sorors Cheryl Walker Davis & Morgan DOLLAR
Davis 
Sorors Hettie Love & Karen Love 10 MOTHER'S
Sorors Jeanine Peterson & Kendra DAY BRUNCH
Peterson
Sorors Dolly Tate, Jennifer DeFreitas, 12 CLUSTER II
Jillian Harding, LaToya Bellamy BASILEI &
Sorors Pearl Nichols & Diane Nichols GRADUATE
Sorors Cynthia Williams & Courtney ADVISORS
Williams MEETING

18 ESO
EXECUTIVE
COMMITTEE
MEETING

Honor is defined as giving respect to someone you
admire. Our legacy sorors have shown how much they
honor their legacies, and who they are by following in
their footsteps and becoming members of Alpha Kappa
Alpha. They have demonstrated their love for Alpha
Kappa Alpha and for one another, sharing two common
bonds of love. This month ESO will be a time to
celebrate legacies and honor their contributions to our
sisterhood.

APRIL 2020 PROMOTING Vol 1 Issue 4

SERVICE

Highlights From the Basileus

TARGET 1 – HBCU FOR LIFE

HBCU Goals
Continue online chapter donations
Support the EAF Endowment Initiative through Online Portal Submissions
Follow directions for text to give submissions
Each sorer should contribute $35 to the HBCU endowment
Promote chapter HBCU activities on Social Media
Continue to establish and award HBCU Scholarships

SIGNATURE PROGRAM – #CAP

College Admissions Process
Continue to check on your #CAP students via email or text and continue to
encourage them to participate in the STEPP process
Schedule #CAP conference calls to conduct STEPP sessions
Send online information to your #CAP students for each step of the process
Encourage the #CAP students to stay positive

TARGET 2 – WOMEN'S

HEALTHCARE AND WELLNESS

Distribute Women’s Healthcare and wellness information electronically
Continue to post relevant healthcare and wellness information related to COVID-19 on
the chapter’s social media pages
Check on caregivers to assure they are safe during this time. Send Caregiver packages
electronically, i.e. Amazon
Continue to walk your individual 8,000 steps per day within your neighborhood or in
home treadmill or walking in place to music and post on AKA1908. com or social
media sites
Consider and adhere to healthy food choices. Share healthy, nutritious recipes on
social media Healthcare professionals host conference calls or webinars on “Soror
Safety” and how to protect ourselves and family during this time including mental
health strategies and techniques

APRIL 2020 Vol 1 Issue 4

TARGET 3 – BUILDING ECONOMIC LEGACY –

PERSONAL FINANCE

Send out information electronically during financial Literacy Month and
Credit Repair Month
Distribute Financial planning toolkits electronically
Continue to publicize chapter support of black businesses
Continue to support minority businesses by making purchases from them
online. If a food vendor, order takeout or see if delivery or curbside pickup is
available
Help Sorors to grow their businesses by supporting them and asking what
help they need
Consider drive by and drop off supplies at Nursing Homes or shelters for
AKA Assist. Please call the facility in advance.

TARGET 4 – THE ARTS

Host book clubs with the chapter electronically.
Record books on social media read by African American Authors
Distribute educational activities to middle schools electronically for the Harlem
Renaissance and Black Arts movements since most children are at home
Encourage targeted chapter stay at home movie nights related to the two Arts
movements

TARGET 5– GLOBAL IMPACT

Send factual information electronically to chapter members regarding the
COVID-19 global pandemic and its impact
Continue to individually sew in the home pillowcase dresses and shirts for
distribution post COVID-19 epidemic
Clean out drawers and closets at home to find old eyeglasses and shoes for
donation and store until a later date
Check on refugee’s electronically and provide emotional support during this time
of need

MAY 2020 Vol 1 Issue 5

COMMITTEE

UPDATES
Standing & Special Committees

PROGRAM COMMITTEE - SERINA GASTON

Upcoming Events/Deadlines 06 SECURING THE

May BLACK DOLLAR
THROUGH
01 HERITAGE LEVERAGING YOUR
CAREER SKILLS
SCHOLARSHIP
APLICATION DUE

04 #CAP: PORTFOLIO

DEVELOPMENT

ESO COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS

DONATE TODAY!

The program committee is collecting your gently worn shoes,
pillow cases and recycled glasses to reach our collection goals.
During the stay at home initiative, clear out your closet for
shoes and eyeglasses, and dust off your sewing machines to
support our Target V initiatives.

1,100 Shoes
110 Eyeglasses
110 Pillow Case Dresses
55 Pillow Case Shirts

SERVICE IS WHAT WE DO!

#CAP COMMITTEE - RAE TALLEY/TAMEKA HATCHER

ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INCORPORATED®
EPSILON SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER

#CAP
COLLEGE ADMISSIONS PROCESS

SESSIONS: APRIL 27, 29, AND MAY 4, 2020

TOPICS:
COLLEGE PLANNING
FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIP RESEARCH
PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT (ACADEMICS, ATHLETICS, ESSAY WRITING)
REGISTER AT HTTPS://WWW.EVENTBRITE.COM/E/103002487212

ECONOMIC LEGACY COMMITTEE -NICOL BROWN

OPERATION AKA ASSIST

The goal of Operation AKA Assist is to address the plight of the
homeless in our community. To that end, ESO supports the
following entities and programs:

 
1.Bethesda Mission Women’s Shelter
2.Brethren Housing Association Transitional Living Program
 
To that end, we ask the you bring to EACH Chapter
Meeting: Soap,Toothpaste, Deodorant, toothbrushes, Mouthwash, pads,
combs, shampoo, body wash, razor blades, socks and women’s
underwear (various sizes) 

 
Our goal is to collect enough supplies to pack 200 bags that will be
donated to each location. 

 
I’ve included the link below for anyone desiring to donate bulk supplies. 
https://instocksupplies.com/bulk-hygiene-products/?
gclid=CjwKCAiA6vXwBRBKEiwAYE7iS9xm4mtQmUdvIWwhp_CR9LItTr
FbwUzLfMg0oNcFRSR2EwgPfI1SehoCl9oQAvD_BwE

 
PLEASE SEE SOROR NICOL M BROWN, CHAIRMAN, TARGET 3, FOR

ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS 
 
 

Sisterly,
 

Soror Nicol M Brown

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Through Leveraging
Your Career Skills

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Support the Diamond Soror Endowment Fund!

EAF COMMITTEE - MORGAN DAVIS

Striving for #EXCELLENCE in Educational
Advancement Foundation funding!
Buy a $2 EAF Button in support of the Diamond Soror
Endowment Fund to reach $20,000 to capitalize the
endowment. EAF buttons are available!

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE - NICHOLE PURCELL

Upcoming Events (May is for ESO Membership)

May 01 01- VIRTUAL
30 MEMBERSHIP
POP UP HAPPY
HOUR:QUARANTINI TIME ACTIVITIES
(FRIDAYS 7-9 PM)

MEMBERSHIP IS...

R A R&ESincere

ESO Bingo

PLUG YOUR BAG IF SAFE, GO TELL A FRIEND OR DRINK
PHONE IN TOLIETRIES OUTSIDE FAMILY WATER AT
AWAY FROM AND GET
YOUR BED FOR FRESH AIR MEMBER WHY EVERY
AT NIGHT OPERATION YOU'RE MEAL
AKA ASSIST
GRATEFUL SNACK ON
FOR THEM A FRUIT

TRY A 10 PLACE A 15 LOG COLLECT OR VEGGIE
MINUTE MINUTE PHYSICAL OFF FACEBOOK, 8 PAIRS OF
MEDITATION ACTIVITY BLOCK SHOES FOR
INSTAGRAM, SOLE FOR SOUL
OR ON YOUR TWITTER FOR 1
MINDFULNESS CALENDAR
AND STICK TO IT DAY
BREAK

COOK A WASH YOUR BREATHE! DO WALK FOR
HEALTHY HANDS WITH AN 10+
AT-HOME
MEAL SOAP FOR WORK MINUTES
AT LEAST 20 OUT
CLEAN FOR SUPPORT
20 SECONDS GET A BLACK-
7-9
MINUTES, COLLECT REPLACE A HOURS OF OWNED
IT'S LIKE 8 PILLOWCASES SUGARY SLEEP BUSINESS WITH
WALKING A FOR TARGET 5 DRINK
AN ONLINE
MILE WITH WATER PURCHASE

PROMOTE SPEND CALL TAKE A 15 JOIN
THE HARLEM ONE DAY WITH A SOROR AND MINUTE THE NORTH
RENAISSANCE BY CHECK-IN ON STRETCH ATLANTIC
NO BREAK REGION IN
POSTING ELECTRONICS HER
INFORMATION ON PRAYER
YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA

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Provided by the ESO Programs & Membership Committees

SOCIAL / WELFARE COMMITTEE -GAZELLE FREEMAN

May Hodegos Report

May flowers typically present colorful and vibrant blooms. After all, the bloom is
our first sign of renewed hope after the storms of April. The Lily of the Valley is
recognized as the birth flower for May, and its symbolism provides an
interesting insight for us. We often make a connection between Christ as ‘The
Lily of the Valley (the fairest of ten thousand, and our bright and morning star),
and the lily’s white, sweet and fragrant flower. And it is HE who also restores our
HOPE! As we enter May 2020, let us remain mindful of the tumultuous March and
April we have experienced, while remaining HOPEFUL for full restoration. COVID-
19 has presented many challenges; however, we are not defeated. Let’s reflect
on ‘The Lily of The Valley’ and remember that HE has a plan for us!

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

‘’ MAY the Promise of Tomorrow Restore Your Hope...” Did you know?
Those born in May tend to be adaptable with a joyful attitude towards
life. Pragmatic, strong willed and zealous, those born in May tend to be

energetic, hard workers and highly motivated.

Let’s celebrate and wish a very
Happy Birthday to our Sorors
born during the month of
May.

SORORS Lily of the Valley

Nichole Purcell May 8th
Morgan Davis May 18th
Gladys Dutrieuille-Brown May 23rd

AKA COVID-19
Data Collection

As we learn more about the current novel coronavirus and
the spread of COVID-19, the sorority is collecting
demographic and population data on members who are
corona virus positive in order to potentially identify
commonalities in those who have become infected. Please
provide the following information to the ESO Basileus:

Age
Geographic area where living
Date of symptoms
Date of positive test result
Attendance at sorority event February to Present yes/no
Type of sorority face to face event:
(Regional Conference/Chapter Meeting/Committee
meeting/Program Activity/Social Activity)
Date of event:
Number of participants
Hospital or Doctor visit/Hospitalization
Optional : Please document any other gatherings attended
at least 2 weeks before positive test.
If you have any questions please contact the ESO Basileus,
Soror Courtney Brown.

Procedures for Self-quarantine is recommended for individuals
Self-Quarantine who have been directly exposed to the new
under Covid-19 Coronavirus or have history of travel in infected
or heavily populated areas.

Stay at home. Wash your hands.

Limit all your non- Practice good hand
essential travels. hygiene by washing
Unless you're going out for food, your hands with
medicines or other essentials. soap and water or
using alcohol or
Check your temperature. hand sanitizer.

Check your temperature at Stay in a specific room.
least two times a day.
If you're sick or suspect
Watch for other yourself to be sick, it's
symptoms. best to stay in a
designated room or
Aside from fever, Covid-19 area away from others.
symptoms include cough, If possible, have a designated toilet
difficulty breathing, and and bathroom as well.
fatigue.
Call your doctor
Practice social or hospital before
distancing. visiting.

If you need to go out, If you need to seek medical
maintain at least 1 meter attention whether for viral
(3 feet) distance from symptoms or other medical
others. care reasons, contact your
doctor or hospital ahead of
time so they can prepare
and take precautions for
your arrival.

Source • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (cdc.gov)

ESO TAKING CARE OF

BUSINESS

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69th Boule
July 15, 2020 - July 19, 2020
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Philadelphia, PA

Conference CANCELLED!

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69th Boule
July 15, 2020 - July 16, 2020

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CHAPTER MEETING AGENDA

EPSILON SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER

ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.

10:30 A.M., SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2020
VIA ZOOM

Soror Courtney Brown, Basileus Presiding

Call to Order Soror Courtney Brown, Basileus
Meditation (5 minutes) Soror Dolly Tate, Chaplain
Greetings (3 minutes) Soror Gazelle Freeman, Hodegos
Adoption of Agenda (2 minutes) Soror Courtney Brown, Basileus
Reading of Minutes (8 minutes) Soror Michelle London, Grammateus
Reading of Correspondences (5 minutes) Soror Anna Elston, Epsitoleus

Officers' Reports Soror Courtney Brown
Basileus (15 minutes) Soror Serina Gaston
Anti Basileus (5 minutes)
Tamiouchos (5 minutes) Soror Yasmin Coleman
Membership Chairman (5 minutes) Soror Nichole Purcell
Graduate Advisor Soror Kendra Peterson

Unfinished Business (5 minute) ESO Chapter
New Business (5 minutes) ESO Chapter
Announcements (2 minutes) ESO Chapter

Adjournment - - International Hymn and Pledge

Celebrate Legacies

 

BUSINESS MEETING CALENDAR

EPSILON SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER

ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.

BUSINESS MEETING SCHEDULE

Every ESO Business meeting will be held on the first Saturday of the month at
10:30 a.m. located at the Linglestown Giant with the following exceptions:
May - Saturday, May 2, 2020 10:30 am virtural Zoom meeting

ESO IS VIRTUAL DURING COVID-19 PANDEMIC

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEMEETING CALENDAR

EPSILON SIGMA OMEGA CHAPTER

ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE MEETING SCHEDULE

Every ESO Executive Committee meetings will be held on the third Monday of
the month at 6:00 pm. located at the Homeland Senior Center, 1901 N 5th St,
Harrisburg, PA 17102. (VIRTUAL ZOOM meetings during the COVID-19
PANDEMIC)

ESO LEADERSHIP TEAM

ESO Officers ESO Standing Committees

Courtney Brown, Basileus Executive, Courtney Brown

Serina Gaston, Anti Basileus Programs, Serina Gaston

Michelle London, Grammateus Budget, Yasmin Coleman

Yasmin Coleman, Tamiouchos Social Welfare, Gazelle Freeman

Anna Elston, Epistoleus Publicity, Judith Windom

Nicol Brown, Anti Grammateus Bylaws, LaToya Bellamy

Debra Brown, Pecunious Grammateus Nominating, Morgan Davis
Cheryl Braxton, Anti Pecunious Grammateus Founders' Day, Anize Appel
Gazelle Freeman, Hodegos Connections, Danielle Bowers
Judith Windom, Ivy Leaf Reporter Membership, Nichole Purcell
Kendra Peterson, Graduate Advisor Graduate Advisors Council, Kendra Peterson
Nichole Purcell, Membership Chairman Archives, Iris Brown
LaToya Bellamy, Parliamentarian Technology, Anna Elston
Gail Davis, Historian Protocol, Pam Pettis
Iris Brown, Archivist EAF Captain, Morgan Davis
Morgan Davis, Member At Large Sisterly Relations, Dominque Lockett
Dolly Tate, Chaplain Standards, Gladys Dutrieulle
Sharia Spells, Philacter History, Gail Davis

Leadership, Michelle London

Time & Place, Nicol Brown, Nicole Williams

Scholarship Committee, Barbara Thompson

ESO Programs Committees ESO Special Committees
Target I - Rae Talley, Tameka Hatcher
MIP Committee - Tammy Butler, Rae Talley

Target II - Nicole Williams Rituals - Stacey Pearson-Wharton

Target III - Nicol Brown NPHC - Danielle Bowers

Target IV - Barbara Thompson Apparel - Jillian Harding

Target V - Melissa Oden African American Read In - Karen Love

Energy Forum - Gladys Dutrieulle

Youth Development - Tameka Hatcher

Pink Goes Red - Susan Marsh

Disaster Relief, Courtney Brown

NEWSLETTER SUBMISSIONS

All final newsletter submissions are to be submitted on or before 18th of the month for
distribution on 28th. to [email protected] with subject
"Month_Year_Committee" i.e. February_2020_TargetII