Catching the Dreams of Tomorrow, Preparing Young Women for the 21st Century




The Delta Academy is geared to young ladies between 11-14 years of age. Our goal is to enhance their achievement in math, science, and technology, and provide opportunities for community service in and leadership. A primary goal of the program is to prepare young girls for full participation as leaders in the 21st Century. Delta Academy has taken a unique form in our chapter, the monthly meetings and various activities are planned based upon the needs of the members. The programs and activities ranged from career discovery, self-esteem, hands-on workshops, field trips for science experiences and special outings to cultural events.



Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy program focuses on the following: 1. Developing interests in math, science, and computer technology.

2. Exposing young ladies to non-traditional careers in the areas listed in #1.

3. Providing exposure to public service involvement. 

4. Encouraging educational and cultural enrichment.

5. Helping to achieve academic excellence.

6. Heightening social graces.

7. Stressing the importance of proper health.

8. Emphasizing the dangers of drug usage. 

9. Developing leadership skills and building self-esteem.

10. Promoting healthy relationships with peers and Delta members. For more information, you may contact the Committee Chair, Jahmeela Weston at academygems2@hattiesburgdst.org.



A natural outgrowth and expansion from the Dr. Betty Shabaaz Delta Academy: Catching the Dreams of Tomorrow, Delta Gems was created to catch the dreams of girls aged 14-18. 





The goals for Delta GEMS are:



  1. To instill the need to excel academically.
  2. To provide tools that enable girls to sharpen and enhance their skills to achieve high levels of academic success.
  3. To assist girls in proper goal setting and planning for their futures high school and beyond.
  4. To create compassionate, caring, and community minded young women by actively involving them in service learning and community service opportunities.

 The Delta GEMS program offers a road map for college and career planning conducts activities that provide opportunities for self-reflection and individual growth. For more information, you may contact committee chair Sommer Guerin at academygems@hattiesburgdst.org







Hattiesburg Alumnae Chapter
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Incorporated
P.O. Box 17347
Hattiesburg, MS 39404-7347





For more information, visit our national website at www.deltasigmatheta.org. Visit the Southern Region's Website at www.dstsouthernregion.com

This website is the sole property and responsibility of the Hattiesburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.


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