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“Member(s)” refers to any woman who maintains an Active (regardless of her Standing status),
Associate, Honorary Life, or Life membership in the Organization pursuant to Article V,
Section 2 hereof.

“Mothers’ Meetings” or “Regular Meeting” refers to the regularly scheduled, monthly Chapter
meetings as established by the Chapter.

“National Executive Board” refers to the elected officers and the immediate past National
President of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated.

“Parliamentary Authority” or “RONR” refers to Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised
(latest version).

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“Program Year” is June 1 through May 31 .

“Quorum” refers to a majority of the total membership in Good Standing.

“Region” or “Regional” refers to the South-Central Region of Jack and Jill of America,
Incorporated.

“Teen Conference” refers to the conference hosted by the Region during the summer for Jacks
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and Jills of Active Members that are ages 13-20 (as of June 30 ).

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“Teen Group” refers to Member children that are at least 13 years of age (as of June 30 of the
following Program Year) through 19 years of age. Note: This term generally applies to a
National or Regional view of the Teen, and not necessarily a Chapter view. These children will
qualify to participate in teen conference that following program year and Members are assessed
by Nationals in anticipation of that transition.

ARTICLE IV. - Relevant National Bylaws: Chapter Guidelines

Section 1: Chapter Level of Membership and Participation

A. A minimum group of fifteen (15) interested mothers, legal female guardians or female
custodial caretakers is required for any chapter membership in the National Organization.

B. The Chapter shall be required to maintain a minimum level of membership. Such level
shall be determined by the Regional officers with approval by the National Executive
Board. The Chapter’s level of membership and its activity shall determine its status with
the National Organization.

C. If the Chapter membership falls to fewer than 15 members the Chapter will be subject to a
National review of the Chapter and its viability.

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

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