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Grades 10-12: Senior Teens
Grade Group Sponsor – Portia Babineaux

Date/Time/ Hostess(es) / Description
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Young Activist: Virtual Painting Party
Senior Teens had their 1st virtual, ‘Black Lives Matter’ painting party the comforts of their
homes. The teens had a lively and engaging discussion on the social unrest and systemic racism
that is impacting Black lives which was moderated by Teen President, Sydney Wilson. Our
special guest, Nathan Jones, a Jack and Jill alum, has a career is dedicated to investing in
equitable systems for people of color and he is cofounder of a micro fund in Atlanta for the
Valencia Powell
August 29th underserved community. Nate provided his perspective as a young Black DJ, Entrepreneur and
Activist on how music reflects what’s going on in the world. Also, he shared with the teens the
6pm Cultural
via Zoom Civic/Legislative impacts of racism in the workplace and society and how he handles those situations when
encountered. Following ‘The Black Lives Matter’ discussion, the teens were hosted by virtual
Social
artist, Derrick, from Kinfolks Studios as he guided them in painting their BLM masterpieces.
Fun times were enjoyed by all and teens were able to show off their creative talents! We
fulfilled the following objectives of this event a) give the teens an opportunity to explore their
thoughts and expression in the midst of social unrest protests, pandemic, and faltering economy
during an election year and b)give the teens an opportunity to have fun and socially engage
virtually with their peers while creating a BLM canvas painting that recorded history.

Jack and Jill Day/Carole Robertson Day
Our celebration of Carole Robertson was a weeklong event culminating with a family scavenger
hunt. Our goal was to facilitate family activities and discussions throughout the week on the life
of Carole Robertson and the many sacrifices made by those that have come before us in the
fight for justice and equality.

Portia Babineaux We distributed “Swag Bags” to each family that included the following to help facilitate
September 26th discussions: The Watson’s Go to Birmingham Book & Movie, Carole Robertson Coloring
2pm Social/ Book and Discussion Questions, Stained Glass Craft Set (to represent the 16th Street Baptist
Via Zoom Recreational Church). Each family also received Jack and Jill t-shirts to wear for a competitive family
Cultural scavenger hunt on Saturday morning from 8-12 (Jack and Jill Day). The scavenger hunt
activities included 14 missions that ranged from family photos with PPE to Photos in front of a
Jack and Jill Day sign to Photos of donations made to local charities. Jack and Jill Day
culminated with a 20-minute zoom meeting where we watched a Carole Robertson tribute,
announced the winners of the family scavenger hunt and provided a video collage of the week’s
activities. The North Texas Chapter was able to combine family fun, Jack and Jill pride, and
community service all in honor of Carole Robertson.
Virtual Tailgate: “Air Fryer” Healthy Cooking Class
A professional chef will provide a healthy virtual “Air Fryer” cooking workshop via Zoom. The
Senior Teens will be provided a swag bag and grocery list prior to the demonstration and
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October 3 Kimberli Lambert acquire all the ingredients for a tailgate inspired meal. The goal is to reinforce healthy eating
4pm habits by educating the teens on quick and delicious meals they can cook on their own. The
Via Zoom Health Chef will encourage a bit of competition by rewarding the Senior Teen with the best-looking
dish. Our teens will learn the importance of lifelong healthy lifestyle choices while preparing a
healthy lunch guided by a professional chef. These cooking skills will reinforce healthy habits
and choices as they before they venture off to college.

North Texas Chapter 2020 – 2021 Programming Handbook
Chapter Theme: Discover the B.E.A.U.T.Y of North Texas

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