World Aids Day 2018

This marks the 30th anniversary of World Aids Day. Crittenden County residents received information on the facts, myths, and statistics surrounding HIV and AIDS throughout the world. #KnowYourStatus #WorldAidsDay2018 #DST105

Saving Our Sons

Thank you to every participant who attended the Saving Our Sons event. Special thanks to each one of our speakers. You shared your stories and inspired us.

Reclamation 2018

We have such a great time fellowshipping with our sisters. Great food and fun! #Reclamation #OneLoveDST #WMAAC

2018 Back To School Partnership

46th Southwest Regional Conference

Delta Academy Closeout

On yesterday, our #DeltaAcademy girls closed out another great year. Girls learned how to #LoveYourSelfie and the importance of having high self esteem. Each girl took and was provided with her first semi professional headshot and learned how to prepare for future careers that may require them. Special thanks to Stephanie Patton, for teaching our girls how to care for their skin and how to apply simple makeup. Also, thank you to the parents and sorors for your attendance. It was greatly appreciated. #MentalHealth #DST105

DeltaArts gallery 2018

DeltaARTS gallery...West Memphis School District 2018 Student Art Exhibit, sponsored by West Memphis Area Alumnae Chapter. #ArtsAndLetters

Voter Registration

This morning WMAAC members, along with Project 13 Organization, Crittenden County NAACP, went to Academies of West Memphis to conduct Voter Registration. There were a vast number of students, 18 years of age, that were eligble to register to vote. Chapter members were able to assist the students in completing the application and returned them to the Crittenden County Clerk's Office. We would especially like to thank the teachers and staff at Academies of West Memphis for allowing us to come to inform, educate and serve the students. #SocialAction #DST105 #WMAAC #P13 #VoterRegistration

Financial Planning Seminar

Thank you to all who came out for the Financial Planning Workshop. Participants learned how to achieve financial goals and the importance of understanding your credit report. There was a strong emphasis placed on obtaining life insurance policies and how to choose the right coverages. Everyone was left with some practical money saving tips, to help with everyday life. We can’t thank our presenters enough for all of their expert information. #EconomicDevelopment

Diabetes Awareness

Members of WMAAC spent their morning at Walgreens, sharing preventive information with their community. Individuals were encouraged to take Diabetes Risk Test. Diabetes impacts millions of Americans. #AlertDay #KnowYourStatus #DST105

Elite High School Step Show

West Memphis Area Alumnae Chapter would like to thank every person who came out this evening to our Elite High School Step Show. Special thanks to our judges and DJ, as we as our college recruiters. Congratulations to all our winners. #EducationalDevelopment

Cluster Three Delta Dear Celebration

WMAAC had the pleasure of joining our sisters in Cluster III for a Delta Dear Celebration. What an amazing way to celebrate Sisterhood month. #JoyInOurSisterhood #WMAAC #Togetherness

Happy Sisterhood Month

Another Love Jones Experience

What a night!! WMAAC would like to thank each person who came out to and experienced Another Love Jones Event. The night was filled with music and fun. Special thanks to each poet and author who came and "Blazed the Mic". We also would like to thank out DJ, Rodney Richardson, for keeping our crowd on the dance floor. Because of your help, we are able to awards scholarships to children in our community. #ArtsAndLetters #EducationalDevelopment

Grizzlies vs. New York Knicks

Delta Academy #FitFamilies

#FitFamilies This evening Delta Academy participants discussed portion sizes, eating a variety of fruits and vegetables, choosing lean meats and dairy, and the importance of whole grains. The girls, parents, and sorors did strength training and body weight exercises. Our instructor for the evening was Meredith B. Wayman, Family and Consumer Science Agent Of Crittenden County. At the closing of the meeting girls received Christmas gifts, books donated by West Memphis Public Library, and healthy snacks.

STEMulating Tuesday

Approximately 100 students, parents, educators, volunteers, and sorors gathered for STEMulating Tuesday at Maddux Elementary.Students were divided by age groups and given the opportunity to explore various aspects of STEM. Older students learned how to create slideshows in google docs. They also learned about virtual frog dissection. Younger students built houses out of gum drops and toothpicks and built balloon towers. Special thanks goes out to Chatts Cuts, for donating free haircuts for tonight’s door prizes and to our partner Maddux Elementary. Stay tuned for more STEMulating Tuesdays.

Delta Academy visit to Crittenden County Quorum Court Meeting.

WMAAC Delta Academy participants attended the Crittenden County Quorum Court Meeting. Girls learned about the different issues going on throughout the county and their cities. The girls were very engaged and asked very interesting questions. Crittenden County Judge Woody Wheeless explained county operations and administrative procedures. County Judge Wheeless introduced the girls, and thanked them for coming! #SocialAction #WMAAC #Mentorship

#PutTheNailInIt

In our chapter meeting today, we addressed Domestic Violence. A single painted purple nail symbolizes the struggle of domestic violence and a vow to end it. 1 in 4 women will experience domestic violence during her lifetime.

In support of Domestic Violence month, we collected toiletry items for Families In Transition, Inc. #WeAcceptedTheChallenge #WMAAC #DST104 #PhysicalAndMentalHealth #PutTheNailInIt

ACT PREP WORKSHOP

This morning, over 125 parents, volunteers and students (grades 7th-12th) came out for the WMAAC ACT Prep Workshop. Presenters focused on the great areas of the test. Students who have already taken the ACT, shared tips for fellow students. Students came from Earle, Forrest City, Jonesboro, Wynne, West Memphis, Marion and Millington. Presenters, who are educators from various school districts, gave the participants handouts and study materials to take home. Next ACT test date is October 28th. We encourage students to start now taking the test. #WMAAC #DST104

Kindergarten Readiness

Over 100 students, parents and volunteers came out for the 2017 Kindergarten Readiness Fair. Students gained insight on Phonological/Phonemics Awareness, Phonics, Math and Reading. The students received kindergarten preparatory materials, school supplies and food. Students were also given shots and physicals, as well as dental information and library cards. Many thanks to Maddux Elementary, West Memphis Public Library, East Arkansas Family Health, Bethel Community Development Corporation, Frito Lay of Jonesboro and All-Clean Restoration of Jonesboro. #educationalawareness #WMAAC #DST104

Delta Academy Closeout

WMAAC celebrated the success of our Delta Academy! The participants and parents expressed their appreciation for everything they experienced this year. They were also able to interact with WMPD Officer Jordan and speak with local authors. Each girl received a copy of their book. We look forward to having them back next year. Have a great summer! #wmaacdst

DeltaARTS - West Memphis School District 2017 Student Arts Exhibit, sponsored by WMAAC.

Cluster III Red Letter Event

WMAAC enjoying Red Letter Day!! My sisters, my sorors, committed to sisterhood, scholarship and service...this Sisterhood is powerful...DST #TPOT #WMAACDeltas #ClusterIII

Elite High School Step Show and College Recruitment Event

Thank you to everyone for supporting the 2017 Elite High School Step Show and College Recruiting Event. Special thanks to the college recruiters and all of the step teams. You are greatly appreciated!

Arkansas State Summit 2017

Sorors gathered in Rogers, AR for a fun packed weekend. Congrats to WMAAC for all their accomplishments for the community.