Greetings!

As we embark on another Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, let us hold fast to his words "Everybody can be great because anybody can serve". Even though we are still in a virtual world due to the ongoing global pandemic, we will continue to serve our communities and beyond. Due to the continuing Omicron variant, our January Chapter Business Meeting will be virtual. During this meeting, I will present my vision for Tau Rho Omega and give updates from Madam Regional Director. The virtual doors will open at 10:25am and we will begin promptly at 10:30am.

We must remember the words of Solomon in the book of Proverbs chapter 3 verse 5...."Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; And lean not unto thine own understanding". Please continue to pray for each other as we journey forward. And it is my honor to lead us on this amazing journey. Be safe and be blessed!

Serving With A Smile,

MarQuisia Johnson, President

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated

Tau Rho Omega Chapter

CHAPTER OPERATIONS

This next phase-in will allow chapters to resume in-person chapter and committee meetings, community service, fundraisers, and sisterly relations activities subject to the health and safety protocols that have been developed by the sorority, effective December 1, 2021. These developments also apply to chapter foundations. Additional information regarding MIP and Chapter Chartering will be announced in the new year.

Full vaccination required: No exceptions. Please note that sorors must be fully vaccinated to participate in sorority meetings, activities and events that are held in person. There are no exceptions or exemptions. Proof of vaccination is required. A COVID waiver form must be completed and signed following the temperature check. Please be mindful that all in-person activities and events also must follow the Risk Mitigation Plan and follow CDC guidelines, including social distancing, in addition to state and local regulations.

Greetings Sorors!!

Thank you to the Sorors that participated in the Carrollton MLK Parade on J15!! We had an amazing time celebrating MLK and Founders’ Day.

MLK Day of Service is Monday, January 17^th. Be sure to join us at the Lewisville Salvation Army. See the flyer for more details.

Level UP!!! Introducing your Exemplifying Excellence Through Sustainable Service Target Chairmen

#CAP – Soror Stephanie Scroggins

Target 1: HBCU- Soror Raquel Patton hbcu@akatro.org

Target 2: Women’s Health and Wellness- Soror Nikki Christmas womenshealth@akatro.org

Target 3: Economic Legacy- Soror Pam Turner economiclegacy@akatro.org

Target 4: The ARTS! – Soror Chazlee Jackson

Target 5: Global Impact- Soror Genine Riley globalimpact@akatro.org

SAVE THE DATE:

Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022, 6pm- 8pm

4^th Annual Lewisville ISD HBCU College Fair

Marcus High School 9^th Grade Campus

5707A Morriss Road

Flower Mound, TX 75028

Friday, Feb. 4, 2022

Pink Goes Red- Stay tuned for more information

Sisterly love,

Soror Nicole O. Harris, 1^st Anti-Basileus

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Tau Rho Omega Chapter

“Vision of Excellence”

“Give, and it will be given to you. They will pour into your lap a good measure—pressed down, shaken together, and running over [with no space left for more]. For with the standard of measurement you use [when you do good to others], it will be measured to you in return.”- Luke 6:38 AM

Greetings Sensational Sorors,

I truly pray you and your family are doing well. Please take a moment to review the updates below as we embark upon this administration of HOPE. We need you, so continue to be the change you want to see!

OUR STANDARDS

TRO is a phenomenal chapter. Our sisterhood is strong and we work hard. However, we are striving to get better. We have greater laurels to win and greater tasks to begin. During the January chapter meeting, we will ask you for feedback on the 2021 End of Year Survey by using the lens of Circle of Control and Circle of Influence. Please take a moment to review the results below, so that you are ready to engage in the process.

TRO 2021 End of Year Survey Results

TRO 2021 End of Year Survey (Responses)

OUR WOMEN OF PEARLS COMMUNITY ACTION FOUNDATION

The Women of Pearls Executive Board is excited about 2022. As we kicked off our first meeting on January 13, its productivity demonstrated the readiness of the group to get to work. It is our goal to share more information about the WOP Foundation, how to use its status, and simply learn about nonprofit organizations soon. There are two vacant positions on the Board: Technology and Community Service. If interested or interested in learning more about the desired position, please let me know.

If there is a need to use the Foundation’s status, please reach out to a Board member. If your employer makes charitable contributions to nonprofits, please inquire about their willingness to donate.

Women of Pearls 2022-2023 Board

When shopping on Amazon, consider using this Amazon Smile Link: https://smile.amazon.com/ch/83-0985439, so that the WOP Foundation may receive a portion of the proceeds.

And, finally, please make sure to pay your WOP dues. The amount is $25.00 plus the $1.01 service fee.

https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=JGD3SKL3GY8WL

Yours in Sisterly Service,

Soror Courtney J. Washington, 2nd Anti-Basileus

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated

Tau Rho Omega Chapter

Please use the links below to access the Technology Corner Information.

Watch this tutorial Go to quick guide GO TO FORM

Virtual Reactivation Event

Visiting Soror Protocol

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In Service and Sisterhood,

Soror Jennifer White, Epistoleus

Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.

Tau Rho Omega