Southern District Meeting ~ March 21, 2026
Petal-Harvey Baptist Church
Petal, Mississippi
Registration ends March 6, 2026
District Meeting Information
Concurrent Session I
10:15am-11:00am
Choose one of the following Non-Society sessions:
The Power of the Pen: Mastering Written Communication
with a Personal Touch
Gym Left
This session reinforces the timeless power of pen and paper in a digital world by exploring the elements of effective written communication, from proofreading and professionalism to profound impact of handwritten notes. Participants will review the communication process, examine common writing errors, and understand the value of tone, clarity, and intention in both professional and personal context.
Presenter: Dr. Joanna Alston, Alpha Upsilon
Hostess: Jo Anne Daniels, Zeta
Creating Saltshaker Tassels
Gym Center
Let’s have fun together and create Saltshaker Tassels. These tassels can hang from cabinets, doorknobs, lamps, fans, trees, or plants.
Bring your favorite saltshaker if you would like. Extra ribbons and material will be provided. Skill level: Low - Fun level: Hight!
(This session is limited to 25 participants.)
Presenters: Cindy Alsworth-Jones, Delta; Betsy Sullivan, Pi; and Toni Cook, Alpha Upsilon
Hostess: Michele Lee, Alpha Upsilon
Move, Then Paint
Gym Right
Move, Then Paint is a brief, embodied self-care experience that combines movement, music, and creative expression to support stress release and emotional awareness. Participants will engage in gentle movement to music followed by intuitive art-making, focusing on expression rather than performance or outcome.
Presenter: Dr. Anita Knott, Positive Behavior Specialist,
Petal Middle School
Hostess: Tracey O’Flynn, Psi
Concurrent Session II
11:15am-12:00pm
Choose one of the following Society sessions:
Go Under the “C” for the GIRLS Fund!
Gym Left
Make a splash and learn about the GIRLS Fund which helps empower girls in Africa to build brighter futures. Grab a paintbrush and create a sea turtle masterpiece. These masterpieces will be on display during the luncheon where members can use their spare change to vote for their favorite sea turtle. The turtle that collects the most money wins a special prize and moves on to compete for the “Queen of the ‘C’” title at the state convention. All money raised will support the GIRLS Fund.
Come paint, vote, and make a difference – one sea turtle at a time!
Presenter: Polly Ann White, MSO EEC Chair
Hostess: Jo Anne Daniels, Zeta
Coral Reef Connections – Building a Thriving Ecosystem of Engaged Members
Gym Center
Discovery ways to focus on the ecosystem of the chapter and connections to support programs, projects (including SEE). Also, explore the support systems promoting growth (Membership Toolkit, Educators Book Award, Collegiate Members, and more.)
Presenters: Membership Committee
Karen Rhodes, Gamma; Amy White, Eta; Abigail Myers, Alpha Chi; Tammy Seale, Alpha Rho; and Marcie Tuggle, Alpha Chi
Hostess: Arica Caldwell, Psi
Beyond the Hype: Practical AI
Gym Right
Take a look at the trends around AI usage in education and business, as well as explore some tools that could benefit your personal life.
Presenter: Tara Poolson, Communications/Marketing/Technology Chair
Hostess: Tracey Henderson, Alpha Alpha
10:15am-11:00am
Choose one of the following Non-Society sessions:
The Power of the Pen: Mastering Written Communication
with a Personal Touch
Gym Left
This session reinforces the timeless power of pen and paper in a digital world by exploring the elements of effective written communication, from proofreading and professionalism to profound impact of handwritten notes. Participants will review the communication process, examine common writing errors, and understand the value of tone, clarity, and intention in both professional and personal context.
Presenter: Dr. Joanna Alston, Alpha Upsilon
Hostess: Jo Anne Daniels, Zeta
Creating Saltshaker Tassels
Gym Center
Let’s have fun together and create Saltshaker Tassels. These tassels can hang from cabinets, doorknobs, lamps, fans, trees, or plants.
Bring your favorite saltshaker if you would like. Extra ribbons and material will be provided. Skill level: Low - Fun level: Hight!
(This session is limited to 25 participants.)
Presenters: Cindy Alsworth-Jones, Delta; Betsy Sullivan, Pi; and Toni Cook, Alpha Upsilon
Hostess: Michele Lee, Alpha Upsilon
Move, Then Paint
Gym Right
Move, Then Paint is a brief, embodied self-care experience that combines movement, music, and creative expression to support stress release and emotional awareness. Participants will engage in gentle movement to music followed by intuitive art-making, focusing on expression rather than performance or outcome.
Presenter: Dr. Anita Knott, Positive Behavior Specialist,
Petal Middle School
Hostess: Tracey O’Flynn, Psi
Concurrent Session II
11:15am-12:00pm
Choose one of the following Society sessions:
Go Under the “C” for the GIRLS Fund!
Gym Left
Make a splash and learn about the GIRLS Fund which helps empower girls in Africa to build brighter futures. Grab a paintbrush and create a sea turtle masterpiece. These masterpieces will be on display during the luncheon where members can use their spare change to vote for their favorite sea turtle. The turtle that collects the most money wins a special prize and moves on to compete for the “Queen of the ‘C’” title at the state convention. All money raised will support the GIRLS Fund.
Come paint, vote, and make a difference – one sea turtle at a time!
Presenter: Polly Ann White, MSO EEC Chair
Hostess: Jo Anne Daniels, Zeta
Coral Reef Connections – Building a Thriving Ecosystem of Engaged Members
Gym Center
Discovery ways to focus on the ecosystem of the chapter and connections to support programs, projects (including SEE). Also, explore the support systems promoting growth (Membership Toolkit, Educators Book Award, Collegiate Members, and more.)
Presenters: Membership Committee
Karen Rhodes, Gamma; Amy White, Eta; Abigail Myers, Alpha Chi; Tammy Seale, Alpha Rho; and Marcie Tuggle, Alpha Chi
Hostess: Arica Caldwell, Psi
Beyond the Hype: Practical AI
Gym Right
Take a look at the trends around AI usage in education and business, as well as explore some tools that could benefit your personal life.
Presenter: Tara Poolson, Communications/Marketing/Technology Chair
Hostess: Tracey Henderson, Alpha Alpha
