Agenda: Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Eastern Region Southern Cluster 2024 Area Workday: "Unity in Excellence"

Time	Workshop Title
8:00 PM ET	The Jack and Jill Way, Protocol Tips and Techniques (Zoom)
8:00 PM ET	Level Up with Digital Cheetah (Zoom)
8:00 PM ET	Legislative Power Hour (Zoom)
8:00 PM ET	We Are One, Who We Are, and What We Do (Zoom)
8:00 PM ET	Chapter Finances: Financial Accountability (Zoom)

Time

Event

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Join us for this exciting event, "Old School vs New School," where we will bridge the generations with style and purpose! This themed gathering is specifically designed to bring together mothers and teens for a battle of the generations.

Cost: $70 per person. Proceeds of this fundraiser will benefit Bethany House of Northern Virginia. How to pay for the Friday Night Event? Buy tickets – 2024 Southern Cluster AWD Friday Night Fundraiser – Grand Hyatt Washington, DC

Time	Event
7:00 AM - 8:15 AM	Breakfast and Registration
8:30 AM - 9:45 AM	Opening Session Part I Reports from Regional Executive Board
9:45 AM - 10:00 AM	Vendors and Break
10:00 AM-10:30 AM	Opening Session Part II Presentations from National Committees Membership Programming Bylaws/Policy and Procedures
10:30 AM-11:00 AM	Vendors and Break
11:00 AM-11:30 AM	Keynote Speaker Dr. El Brown is the driving force behind KinderJam, an educator, author, and a dedicated advocate for families. Her journey unfolds as a captivating narrative, weaving together a passion for education, personal challenges, and a commitment to transforming the lives of children and their families.
11:45 AM -1:15 PM	Lunch and Oratorical
1:30 PM - 2:20 PM	Workshop Session I (Select 1): Balancing Act: The Circle of Life and Caregiving - This session will explore the Sandwich Generation with the complex and challenging journey of adult children caring for aging parents while juggling the demands of their own immediate families and professional lives. Presidents’ Meeting - For current Chapter Presidents How to be an Effective Chapter Vice President - For Vice Presidents Only Programming - Aligning national programming priorities and requirements with your chapter Chapter Finances - Make It Make Sense! Part I. This session is for Chapter Financial Officers only and will be dedicated to hands-on training on QuickBooks Online. Laptops are required. Level Up with Digital Cheetah - how to leverage the resource to improve your membership experience. *So What’s Really* In it For Me**- A look at membership and the benefits for mothers.
2:40 PM - 3:30 PM	Workshop Session II (Select 1): The Impacts of Maternal and Infant Health on the Black Family - A Family Affair This panel discussion will delve into the critical intersections of maternal and infant health within the Black family. Chaperones: The Super Sheroes of Teen Conference Session 1 - Exploring the role of teen advisors at Teen Conference. Both Sessions 1 and 2 are required for certification. Making it Right: Chapter Bylaws and Policies and Procedures - Understanding governing documents to make your Jack and Jill experience just right. Programming - Aligning national programming priorities and requirements with your chapter Capacity Calling All New Mothers - A session to help new mothers navigate their first few years as a member of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. This session is recommended for mothers that joined Jack and Jill in the last three years (2021-2024) Chapter Finances: Make It Make Sense! Part II. This session is for Chapter Financial Officers only and the sequel to Part I. It will be dedicated to hands-on training on QuickBooks Online. Laptops are required. We Are One, Who We Are, and What We Do
3:50 PM - 4:45 PM	Workshop Session III (Select 1): Protecting Your Legacy: Building Generational Wealth - The session focuses on empowering mothers with the knowledge and tools to create, preserve, and pass down wealth to future generations. Community Service plus Programming: A Layered Approach - This session focuses on strategies to incorporate all the things (community service, programmatic thrusts, national partnerships, etc.) into chapter events and activities to create dynamic, robust and impactful programming. Membership Engagement - This session will cover techniques for keeping members engaged in all phases of their membership journey Chaperones: The Super Sheroes of Teen Conference Session 2 - Exploring the role of teen advisors at Teen Conference. Both Sessions 1 and 2 are required for certification. The Game Changer: Parliamentary Procedures that will enhance your membership experience.

Time

Event

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Cost: $70 per person. Proceeds of this fundraiser will benefit Bethany House of Northern Virginia. WATCH "BETHANY HOUSE SAVED MY LIFE"

How to pay for the Friday Night Event? Buy tickets – 2024 Southern Cluster AWD Friday Night Fundraiser – Grand Hyatt Washington, DC.

Time	Event
7:00 AM - 8:15 AM	Breakfast and Registration
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM	Opening Session
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM	Transition to Teen Room and Ice Breaker
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM	Regional Teen Officers’ Reports, Modules and Judicial Board Elections
11:45 AM - 1:15 PM	Lunch
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM	Regional Teen Officers’ Reports and Modules
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM	Workshop I: Artificial Intelligence The workshop will provide a look into the field of AI, including its exponential growth over the last few years, and uses. It will highlight how career opportunities within security are evolving to require familiarity with AI, and provide the Jacks and Jills with resources that they might consider to learn more.
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM	Workshop II: Building Utopia An inspiring workshop where teens will explore the future of our communities and the legacy we are building for generations to come. In this session, participants will engage with the Building Utopia toolkit, which uses innovative card decks and envisioning exercises to introduce the concepts of design speculation and democratic power in shaping our world. Teens will consider how the technologies we use, the spaces we live in, and the systems that govern us can be reimagined to create more equitable and liberated futures.

Time	Event
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM	Join us for this exciting event, "Old School vs New School," where we will bridge the generations with style and purpose! This themed gathering is specifically designed to bring together mothers and teens for a battle of the generations. Cost: $70 per person. Proceeds of this fundraiser will benefit Bethany House of Northern Virginia. WATCH "BETHANY HOUSE SAVED MY LIFE" How to pay for the Friday Night Event? Buy tickets – 2024 Southern Cluster AWD Friday Night Fundraiser – Grand Hyatt Washington, DC

Time

Event

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Cost: $70 per person. Proceeds of this fundraiser will benefit Bethany House of Northern Virginia. WATCH "BETHANY HOUSE SAVED MY LIFE"

How to pay for the Friday Night Event? Buy tickets – 2024 Southern Cluster AWD Friday Night Fundraiser – Grand Hyatt Washington, DC

Time

Event

7:00 AM - 8:15 AM

Breakfast and Registration

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Opening Session

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Transition to Middle School Room and Ice Breaker

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Workshop I: A BLOOMING in Excellence Vision-Setting Journey

Mapping Your Future: A BLOOMING in Excellence Vision-Setting Journey program is designed to help middle school students think critically about their future, set meaningful goals, and begin taking steps towards achieving them. Through a series of creative and reflective activities, students will explore their dreams, create a vision board, and identify actionable steps to make their vision a reality.

10:45 AM - 11:45 AM

Workshop II: Empowerment Through Theater Arts

Middle Schoolers dive into the fundamentals of playwriting, discovering the art of storytelling through the creation of their own original monologues. They will learn how to craft compelling characters, develop engaging narratives, and express their unique voices on the page.

Beyond individual writing, they will also collaborate with a partner to co-write an original scene, honing their teamwork and communication skills. This workshop not only nurtures creativity but also emphasizes the importance of collaboration.

11:45 AM-1:15 PM

Lunch

1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Host Chapter Activity with Middle Schoolers

Finding Your Calm: Simple Ways to De-Stress and Beat Anxiety

This session is designed to help middle school students navigate the challenges of adolescence by learning how to manage stress and reduce anxiety through simple, practical exercises. We’ll explore techniques that promote calm, improve focus, and enhance emotional well-being. Students will leave with a toolkit of easy-to-use strategies they can incorporate into their daily lives to handle stress, whether at school, home, or with friends. Expect a fun, interactive experience that helps you find your calm in any situation!

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Regional Teen Officers’ Reports and Modules

3:45 PM - 4:45 PM

Workshop III: Athletics and Why Character Matters

The session will focus on techniques and life skills that promote integrity, sportsmanship, and personal growth. Through engaging activities and discussions, teens will learn how character influences their performance and success both on and off the field/court.