North Atlantic Region Soror Sponsorship 2023 - 2024 Sisterly Serving You F.I.R.S.T., October 23, 2023 Hello Notable North Atlantic Sorors, Thank you to the Sorors who supported the efforts of the F.I.R.S.T. administration’s 92 North Atlantic Regional Conference (NARC) held in Philadelphia, PA. We look forward to you returning and we welcome all other Sorors to join them as Soror Sponsors of the 93 North Atlantic Regional Conference (NARC) in Atlantic City, New Jersey to be held February 8 – 11, 2024. The F.I.R.S.T. administration heard your feedback, has made some changes, and is adding a few additional perks to the Tea Rose level. Just a reminder that the Tea Rose level will allow sorors to register early and have a room reserved for them. There are a limited number of Tea Rose sponsorships, and they are available on a first-come basis until the day before registration opens. When the official registration opens for everyone, you will be able to go back in and register for any other events that you would like to attend. A description of each sponsorship level is listed below. We are excited to obtain your Tea Rose sponsor forms and to provide you with a first-rate Soror Sponsorship experience. Looking forward to seeing you in Atlantic City! nd rd Soror Elicia Pegues Spearman North Atlantic Regional Director Nayenday Thurman Chairman, Soror Sponsorship Fellowship~Innovation~Respect~Serve~Thrive 50
North Atlantic Region Soror Sponsorship 2023 - 2024 Soror Sponsorship Levels Tea Rose: Giving of $2,500 A room will be reserved for you at the Sheraton or Bally’s and a Welcome Gift will be waiting for you. You are responsible for paying for the hotel room. Sheraton room availability is limited, after that, Sorors will be placed at Bally’s hotel. This benefit is only available if you REGISTER AND PAY for the Tea Rose Soror Sponsorship level and registration PRIOR TO NARC registration opening. Once general registration is open, this specific benefit will no longer be available. Hard Copy and Digital Copy of NARC Conference Guide and Souvenir Journal Tea Rose Sponsor Badge label Special gift (new gift each year) Acknowledged during the Public Meeting, in the Conference Guide, and in the Souvenir Journal Reserved seating at the Public Meeting, Awards Gala, Regional Director Dinner (complimentary ticket), Step Show (2 complimentary tickets), and ticketed events that you purchase (there will be signs for the designated areas) Discount at NAR Boutique $100 (this benefit is for returning 92 NARC Soror Sponsors) Discount at NAR Boutique $75 for new Tea Rose Sponsors Ivy: Giving of $1,000 Digital NARC Conference Guide and Digital Souvenir Journal Ivy Sponsor Badge label Special gift (new gift each year) Acknowledged during the Public Meeting, in the Conference Guide, and in the Souvenir Journal Reserved seating at the Public Meeting and ticketed events that you purchase (Awards Gala not included) Discount at NAR Boutique $50 (this benefit is for returning 92 NARC Soror Sponsors) Discount at Nar Boutique $25 for new Ivy Sponsors Pearl: Giving of $500 Digital Souvenir Journal Pearl Sponsor Badge label Special gift (new gift each year) Acknowledged during the Public Meeting, in the Conference Guide, and in the Souvenir Journal Reserved seating at the Public Meeting Discount at NAR Boutique $25 (this benefit is for returning 92 NARC Soror Sponsors) nd nd nd 51
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The focus for the Chapter Exhibit award is to highlight chapter programs conducted in the period being evaluated, January 1, 2023 - December 31, 2023. Chapter exhibits can be provided using video presentation only. Exhibits will NOT be on display during the conference. The exhibit will be judged on application of International Program themes and special activities. Specifically: Displays of current Chapter Involvement: Programs executed during current evaluation period Public relations and chapter image Level of participation by chapter Documentation of events Level of service Program impact on target population Organization of information and materials Creativity/Originality of format For more details on Chapter Awards and Exhibits, please view the NAR Awards-Handbook I and II. Chapter Exhibits February 8 - 11, 2024 | Atlantic City, NJ 93 North Atlantic Regional Conference rd 54
CHAPTER AWARDS SUBMISSION FEE FORM Dear Chapter Basilei, Graduate Advisors and Chapter Awards Committee Chairmen: To participate in the 2024 North Atlantic Regional Awards process each chapter must pay a $60.00 registration fee to be eligible to submit up to five entries for judging. An additional $40.00 must be submitted for additional entries (1 or more entries). All fees must be postmarked by Friday, December 15, 2023, and no refunds will be provided. Please make the CHAPTER CHECK or MONEY ORDER payable to the AKA NORTH ATLANTIC REGION. PERSONAL CHECKS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. Chapter Awards Submission Fees must be sent prior to awards submissions. Please fill out the JotForm using this link for Awards Committee information. Also, complete the information below and mail two-pg. document and entry fee to: Note: If your chapter meets between December 15th-31st and needs to update your basileus information then, please provide update via email [email protected]. Mail to: Soror Kristina Fripps NAR Financial Secretary Attn: Awards Submission Form P.O. Box 457 Burlington, NJ 08016-0457 Chapter Name: Name of 2024 Basileus: Chapter Address: Telephone Number: Contact Email Address: Number of Entries : Type of Chapter: Chapter Size as of 10-15-23 : Number of sorors in the chapter as of 10-15-23: Cluster Number (Please Circle): (please circle) (please see entry list on second page) 1 2 3 4 5 Small (1-150) Medium (151-350) Large (351+) Graduate Chapter _______ Undergraduate Chapter _______ Chapter Awards February 8 - 11, 2024 | Atlantic City, NJ 93 North Atlantic Regional Conference rd 55
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Ads must be camera-ready with high-resolution images (at least 300 dpi) to ensure clear, highquality reproduction and will only be accepted in JPEG and PNG FORMATS. Please complete the NARC Souvenir Journal Ad Form and email it along with your ad to the Souvenir Journal Ad Committee ([email protected]) with the Subject Line: Souvenir Journal Ad Submission. TO: Chapter Basilei and Graduate Advisors FROM: Wdonna Woods-Nelson, Chairman, NARC Souvenir Journal Bonnie Baity, Vice-Chairman, NARC Souvenir Journal The Members of Cluster IV are excited for you to share with us in Reigning F.I.R.S.T. As We Soar at the 93 North Atlantic Regional Conference in Atlantic City, New Jersey! The NARC Souvenir Journal is the perfect way to commemorate the occasion and recognize the Notable North Atlantic Region’s leadership, chapters and Sorors. We are requesting your support through the purchase of ads. Please use the following naming conventions for all submissions: Chapter submission: (Chapter Name)_NARCAD2024, i.e., OEO_NARCAD2024 Business or individual submission: (Business/Individual Name)_NARCAD2024, i.e., IvyHealth_NARCAD2024 Make chapter check, cashier’s check, money order, or business check payable to AKA North Atlantic Region. No cash or personal checks will be accepted. Payments must be mailed with a copy of the Souvenir Journal Ad form to the address below: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. North Atlantic Region c/o Kristina Fripps P.O. Box 457 Burlington, NJ 08016 GRADUATE CHAPTERS & MEMBERS FRIENDS/FAMILY/BUSINESS UNDERGRADUATE CHAPTERS & MEMBERS Full Page—$350 QUESTIONS? Contact the Souvenir Journal Committee by emailing [email protected] Half Page—$225 Half Page—$175 Full Page—$250 ® rd 58
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Step Show & After Party Participant Information February 8 - 11, 2024 | Atlantic City, NJ 93 North Atlantic Regional Conference rd Registration will close on December 31, 2023. Please make the $50, non-refundable entry fee, payable to Alpha Kappa Alpha, North Atlantic Region. Acceptable forms of payment include: Chapter Check, Certified Check or Money Order. Mail to: Soror Kristina Fripps, NAR Financial Secretary Attn: Chapter Registration P.O. Box 457 Burlington, NJ 08016-0457 Registration Contact Email: [email protected] Participating team members must be active financial members with an undergraduate , graduate or general member standing within Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated . All chapters that requested approval to step or stroll from the Regional Director MUST register to perform. All teams must register and submit a team roster using the following https://form.jotform.com/223159333243148 Teams shall refer to the North Atlantic Region Step & Stroll guidelines outlined in the members only section of the North Atlantic Region website. Registration Rules and Regulations Each performance is allotted 5-6 minutes. Out of respect to other organizations and chapters, performances over 6 minutes are not allowed. Please plan accordingly. A team can have a maximum of ten performers but must have at least two performers. All competing teams should have up to two helpers, and the group (team & helpers) will not be assessed a ticket fee to enter the Step Show and After Party event. A stage rehearsal will occur to ensure that all performers know the run of the show. Team members must check in at the NARC office (Atlantic City Convention Center) no later than 7:00 PM on Friday, February 9, 2024. Most (if not all) of your performers are expected to attend. If someone cannot be in attendance for the stage rehearsal, please fill them in on the run of the show as soon as possible. ® 60
f the show as soon as possible. Please refrain from using any Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated imagery and signals in your performance. Please refrain from music that is sexually explicit and includes profanity. This music is not allowed and will result in immediate disqualification. You will be allowed to request a song to be played for strolling. All music should be shared with Ruth Diegue, [email protected], at your earliest convenience but no later than January 31 . In addition, please bring a copy of your music on a flash drive so we can be prepared for unforeseen circumstances. Sexually explicit or lewd physical gestures are prohibited and will result in immediate disqualification. Any obscenity, nudity, violence, degrading of other organizations, excessive gyrations, and use of vulgarity will result in point deductions OR team disqualification. If a team member is found to be disruptive, disrespectful, or expressly unprofessional, the team will be disqualified. This includes any vulgar or disrespectful behavior on or off the stage directed to any team member or official. The event chairman will decide the order of the performances. The following props are NOT permitted: Screens, floor shows, fog machines, fire/fireworks (pyrotechnics), or special lighting Helium balloons and confetti Baby oil, water, other liquids, and food If your performance utilizes props, please send us a rendering of your setup for approval to [email protected] by January 31 . Prize money will be awarded to organizations in the competition team category only. All participants must present a valid picture ID to enter the performance facility. Other members of your chapter who are not performing may not be backstage or on stage at any time during the show and must purchase a ticket for entry. All tickets can be purchased through the registration portal. Rules and Regulations Continued ® st st 61
Disqualifications The following behavior will result in disqualification from the competition Inappropriate content (nudity, fighting, lewd acts, etc.) Including music that contains sexually explicit and/or foul (vulgar) language Please remember that the audience attending this performance will include individuals of various ages (children, VIPs, etc.). For this reason, groups are asked to refrain from profanity in the music selection and alluding to the use of alcohol and/or drugs. Please refrain from using imagery and signals that are associated with an organization that is not yours. The Regional Director reserves the right to disqualify a team for any of the reasons above. Point reductions will only be made if a majority of the judges feel the organization has committed a violation. A two-point reduction will occur if the team exceeds the 6-minute time limit. Prizes Chapters will compete against each other Prizes will be awarded to top performers Only competition teams are eligible for prize money and must pay the $50.00 nonrefundable entry fee. Prizes for the teams are: 1st Place: $1,500 2nd Place: $750 3rd Place: $375 Point Reductions and Disqualifications Judges will be representatives chosen from National Pan-Hellenic Council organizations. Point Categories Originality/Creativity 1-15 Stage Presence 1-10 Sound/Pitch 1-15 Costume 1-5 Crowd Reaction 1-5 Minimum points: 5 pts Maximum points: 50 pts If you are deemed a winner, please notify us in writing to whom the check should be payable and the address where the check should be mailed. Prize money will only be awarded to the organization. It cannot and will not be awarded to individuals. Scoring 62
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Service Project Co-Chairman Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq., Danette Anthony Reed, Shannon Rookwood, North Atlantic Regional Director International President & CEO Conference Chairman Karen Wilson, Service Project Chairman Sheenah Pegeron, 1,908 DIAPER BAGS GOAL OF Diaper Bags w/changing pads for new parents, please choose from the following items: Diapers (size 1-5) Wipes Aquaphor (can be used for both skin and diaper rashes) Onesies Baby Shampoo/Baby wash Unisex pajamas Baby grooming kits Baby towel and wash cloths Breast Care bags, please choose from the following items: Breast pump Breast pads Nipple Cream Haakaa pump Breastmilk storage bags Quick Clean Sterilizer bags Soothing Gel Pads Thursday, February 8th 3 PM – 6 PM Friday, February 9th 11:30 AM – 2 PM Saturday, February 10th 8 AM – 12 PM Karen Wilson – [email protected] Sheenah Pegeron – [email protected] Contacts for Questions: Drop off Times: Diaper Bag Drive to support the Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative To Volunteer: https://bit.ly/93ServiceProjectVolunteer 64
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ® 93 North Atlantic Regional Conference rd The Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City is dedicated to providing programs and services in a safe, enriching environment, to inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as caring, productive and responsible citizens. Service Project Co-Chairman Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq., Danette Anthony Reed, Shannon Rookwood, North Atlantic Regional Director International President & CEO Conference Chairman Karen Wilson, Service Project Chairman Sheenah Pegeron, Great futures start at the Boys & Girls Club. Help them reach their full potential! SCAN TO DONATE $19.08 Soaring to Serve 65
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Wine Down Wednesday Guest speaker ELICIA PEGUES SPEARMAN NORTH ATLANTIC REGIONAL DIRECTOR Renault Winery & Resort First & Finest Wednesday february 7, 2024 | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Join us for an evening of wine tasting and dinner TICKETS: CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE $130.00, INCLUDES TICKET AND TRANSPORTATION $110.00, TICKET ONLY 93 North Atlantic Regional Conference rd ® 66 Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq., Danette Anthony Reed, Shannon Rookwood, North Atlantic Regional Director International President & CEO Conference Chairman Sherri Eure-Washington, Event Chairman Geraldine Eure, Event Co-Chairman
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AtlantiCare Medical Arts Pavilion 7 S. Ohio Avenue Atlantic City, NJ 08401 FEBRUARY 8, 2024 3:00 PM Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq. North Atlantic Regional Director Danette Anthony Reed International President & CEO Shannon Rookwood Conference Chairman Service Project Co-Chairman Sheenah Pegeron Amber C. Harris Founder/CEO of Masterminds Consulting, LLC Shanita Alvarez-Crawley AtlantiCare – Women’s and Children’s Service Line Dr. Elizabeth R. Henry Board-certified pediatrician, Founder of Dr. Liz Consulting Bethany Siddiqu Director of Student and Family Services at PrincetonHigh School Business Attire Service Project Chairman Karen Wilson 68
BASILEI AND GRADUATE ADVISORS MEET AND MINGLE WITH EliciaPegues Spearman NORTH ATLANTIC REGIONAL DIRECTOR 08 FEBRUARY 2024 5:00 PM Have a question? Co-Chairman Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq., Danette Anthony Reed, Shannon Rookwood, North Atlantic Regional Director International President & CEO Conference Chairman Lesley-Ann Adams, Chairman Jamilia Aquil, 69
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Friday, February 9, 2024 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Bally’s Atlantic City Traymore Room PLEASE JOIN US AS WE CELEBRATE ELICIA PEGUES SPEARMAN, ESQ. NORTH ATLANTIC REGIONAL DIRECTOR Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq., North Atlantic Regional Director Danette Anthony Reed, International President & CEO Shannon Rookwood, Conference Chairman Deana Lawson, Regional Director’s Dinner Chairman Joyce R. Hobbs, Regional Director’s Dinner Co-Chairman 75
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ® 93 North Atlantic Regional Conference rd FRIDAY FEBRUARY 9TH 9:00 PM n TICKETS $35: CLICK HERE to purchase The Ivy Bowl XCIII: HomeKoming Step Show Atlantic City Convention Center HallD Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq., Danette Anthony Reed, Shannon Rookwood, North Atlantic Regional Director International President & CEO Conference Chairman Alexis Wakefield, Step Show Chairman Aliya Hammond, Step Show Co-Chairman NEPHEW TOMMY DJ JON QUICK 76
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ® 93 North Atlantic Regional Conference rd Atlantic City Convention Center 3:00 pm February 10, 2024 LEGACY PARADE All sorors must register for the Legacy Parade during online registration for NARC 2024 AND submit the corresponding JotForm -HERE- by January 10, 2024 Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq. North Atlantic Regional Director Danette Anthony Reed International President & CEO Shannon Rookwood Conference Chairman Legacy Parade Co-Chairman Tonia Slay Legacy Parade Chairman Natalie Cox For Questions Contact [email protected] Matching Outfits Welcome 78
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Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated ® 93 North Atlantic Regional Conference rd Ivy Beyond the Wal Ceremony Elicia Pegues Spearman, Esq. Soror Danette Anthony Reed Soror Shannon Rookwood North Atlantic Regional Director International President & CEO Conference Chairman Ivy Beyond the Wall Committee Chairman Patricia Wright Bing Norma Jean Mackey Ivy Beyond the Wall Committee Co-Chairman Please be sure to complete this form by January 8, 2024 to ensure that your Ivy Beyond the Wall can be included in the program. https://bit.ly/93IBTWForm 83
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