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FUTURE FASHION DESIGNER!

Melissa with dad & mom, Devin & Jaionne Haley

Melissa with dad & mom, Devin & Jaionne Haley

Guess Who?

Guess Who?

Melissa Haley went on her Philadelphia High School for Girls Junior Prom on the 22nd of May. The Prom had a Masquerade Theme and she had a fabulous time.

Melissa’s hobbies include reading and playing musical instruments including the flute, baritone sax, keyboard, and percussion- drums & timpani. She has had an interest in fashion design since she was in the 6th grade and is interested in pursuing a career in the fashion industry. She blesses God and would like to go in the direction that He would have her to go.

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Jaionne and Devin Haley, Philadelphia, PA Chapter

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A PASSION FOR MUSIC!

Justin Haley

Justin Haley

Justin Haley won a second place in a NAACP youth Competition for performing Spoken Word of his poem entitled “One Night Stand” and was awarded a $100.00 Savings Bond from the NAACP for his accomplishment. Justin also now plays the Guitar and Drums and has personally recorded his first CD titled “Remember My Name”. He loves all kinds of music, in particular, neo-soul, jazz and classical. He is a student at Maritime Academy High School and this summer attended the Upward Bound Program at Temple University and lived on Campus. Earlier this year he performed one of his songs at his high school and later at Penn State University Campus for the students.

Respectfully Submitted,

Jaionne & Devin Haley, Philadelphia, PA Chapter

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MATRICULATING!

DSC_0287Mom, Corvetta reports that her daughter, LaKeisha Hollingsworth is now working at Abington Hospital in Abington, PA in the nursing field. She will be returning to Community College of Philadelphia in September to pursue her nursing degree. Her husband, Devon Morton-Battles is attending The Pennsylvania Institute of Technology for business management. Their daughter Niye-lah, 3yrs old, will be starting preschool in the fall. “Niye-lah is growing up so fast that before you know it she will be in college.”

Respectfully Submitted,

Corvetta Herbert Hollingsworth, Philadelphia, PA Chapter

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HE AIN’T HEAVY, HE’S MY BROTHER

  Denzel and Christopher

Denzel and Christopher

Christopher (Kareem) Herbert said he started attending The Art Institute of Philadelphia on August 20th where he is majoring in audio production. He is very optimistic and is enjoying all of his classes so far. He became interested in this field through his work on the Audio Visual Ministry at his church-Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church. He sometimes earns money for special audio productions he is asked to do. This summer Chris was part of the audio team working at the Carribean Festival at Philadelphia’s Penn’s Landing. He is planning to keep his part-time job on the campus of the University of Pennsylvania where he is an animal care assistant. Chris was involved in the initial planning of the WLH Newsletter.com Website and is a consultant.

Respectfully Submitted by Christopher (Kareem) Herbert, Jr. of the Philadelphia Chapter

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Denzel said he received a 3.4 GPA and will soon have a 3.8 GPA. He is going into 11th grade at George Washington Carver High School of Engineering & Science. He enjoyed playing 2nd baseman on his school’s baseball team this spring. Denzel has his driver’s permit and is looking forward to getting his license and driving real soon. Denzel was employed for the first time during the month of July at his church. He drew his first paycheck at the end of the month and while at the bank with his brother to cash his check, the teller asked him how he wanted his money. . . puzzled he looked at her as if she was crazy and said . . . “CASH ! ! !” . . . (His brother, Chris and the teller both chuckled.) Then Denzel said- “Oh! . . ten’s and twenties!” with a smile. He was a happy guy!

Respectfully Submitted by Denzel H. Herbert of the Philadelphia Chapter

(Kyra, Denzel and Christopher’s parents are Chris & Denise Herbert)

Denise and Susie took the young folks to a day-long trip to Hershey Park again this year. They had a great time – Kazmir Fitts and Jordan Todd joined in the fun with Chris, Jr., Dara, Mike, Jr., Denzel, Devyn, Kyra, Stephen and Stephanie Herbert. They love those rides!

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COLLEGE BOUND

hanoi-graduation (2)Hanoi Darden graduated from Norristown High School and was awarded a full scholarship to Johnson C. Smith University. Hanoi was a member of the National Honor Society and the field hockey team. Hanoi is the great granddaughter of Ephraim Lake.

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Ephraim Lake, Jr. Norristown, PA Chapter President

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CONGRATULATIONS GRADUATE!

“My granddaughter graduated from Southside High School with honors on June 4, 2009 at Timmons Area (Furman University) Greenville, SC. Her name is Shaquala (Shay) Workman. She is also Raymond Lake‘s great-granddaughter.”

Respectfully Submitted,

Jenella of the Greenville, SC Chapter

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SCHOOL DAZE

NEWS SUBMITTED BY THE NORRISTOWN, PA CHAPTER

Elementary School News
Sha’Ron Parrish completed second grade at Marshall Street School and will enter third grade in September. She is the Great-Granddaughter of Virginia Livingston.

Grace Johnson completed third grade at Fountain Woods Elementary School. She made High Honor Roll this year and successfully qualified for the Mentally Gifted program. Grace was also a member of the TerraCycle soccer team this year. Her team won the league championship with an undefeated record! Grace is the daughter of Olie “O.J.” Walker and is the granddaughter of Doris Lake Walker.

Tyler Edwards completed fourth grade at Renaissance Charter School and will enter grade five in September. Tyler is the son of Cheryl Culbreath Edwards and the grandson of Rose Marie Lake Culbreath.

Middle School News
Sara Culbreath
completed fifth grade at East Norriton Middle School and will enter sixth grade in September. Sara is the daughter of Todd Lake Culbreath and the granddaughter of Rose Marie Lake Culbreath.

Ameesha Davis completed eighth grade and will be entering ninth grade at Norristown High School. Ameesha is a member of the La Crosse team and played defense. She is the great granddaughter of Virginia Livingston.

High School News
Brandon Walker
completed tenth grade at Central High School and will be a junior this September. He competed, along with his team from Central, in the Philadelphia Eagles Chess Tournament at Lincoln Financial Field. The Central High team finished in second place and Brandon came in third out of sixty-four high school students. Brandon is the son of Olie “O.J.” Walker and is the grandson of Doris Lake Walker.

Paige Edwards completed her junior year at Renaissance Charter School and will be a senior in September. She made Honor Roll this year and is a member of the National Honor Society.

Hanoi Darden graduated from Norristown High School and was awarded a full scholarship to Johnson C. Smith University. Hanoi was a member of the National Honor Society and the field hockey team. Hanoi is the great granddaughter of Ephraim Lake.


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KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK!

FANTASTIC!

FANTASTIC!

gracecooper Congratulations to all our students. We are so proud of you and want you to keep up the good work!

Respectfully Submitted by Doris Lake Walker of the Norristown, PA Chapter

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Stephanie Tadlock Earned A 3.00 GPA

 DOLORIS AND STEPHANIE TADLOCK (Mother & Daughter)

DOLORIS AND STEPHANIE TADLOCK (Mother & Daughter)

Stephanie Tadlock earned a 3.00 GPA at Wilmington University, her major is in Human Resource Management with a minor in Business Management.

Respectfully Submitted,

Stephanie Tadlock, Member Philadelphia Chapter

Newark, Delaware