Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. The Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy: Catching the Dreams of Tomorrow, Preparing Young Ladies for the 21° Century Dear Parent, Your daughter is invited to participate in the Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta an Academy. This program is designed to enhance the lives of African Americ age young ladies through mentoring and other support systems that encour them to reach their academic potential. The specific purposes of the Academy are: e Toassist our girls to achieve academic success, high selfesteem, and promising futures; © To demonstrate the relevance of scholarship in the areas of math, science, technology, and the non-traditional careers; e sisterhood as it relates to relationships with peers and Delta members: and service in the form of leadership and service learning: and To expand the thinking of our girls about possible careers and educational goals that include science, math, and technology. Members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, an organization of African American women committed to service in the community, will run the program. We hope this will be an exciting and educational experience for your daughter. ber An orientation meeting is scheduled for you and your daughter on Novem ett 2004 at Marshall White Center 222 28™ St. Ogden at 11:00 am. The g. And Delta Academy will meet immediately following the orientation meetin will will conclude at 1:30 pm. The future meeting schedule (day, time, place) be determined at this meeting. please call Bridgette information. Baker at If you are unable to attend this meeting, 444-3668 or 859-2209 to get further