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The Tyler Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. held its 34th Jr. Debutante Presentation Friday at the Tyler Rose Garden Center.

Themed “A Summer in Paris,” the fundraising event supports Delta Sigma Theta’s goal to serve the community in the categories of economic and educational development, international involvement, social action and physical and mental health. Funds raised during the contest are used to support services and programs in those areas.  

Young women who are moving from the eighth grade into high school are eligible to participate in the contest. The young lady who raises the most money is crowned Jr. Debutante Queen.  

Jasmine Burks was crowned queen for 2018. At the presentation, entertainment for the Queen and her court was provided by members of Kids Aspiring to Dream and Soldiers of Christ Step Team.

President Denise Pendleton stated it is a privilege each year to present the young women. 

Those who are would like information about the 2019 event can contact committee chair Linnette Montgomery at 903-595-2460. Correspondence also can be sent to the chapter at P.O. Box 4087 Tyler, TX 75712.

Queen: Jasmine Arlene Burks – Jasmine attended STEAM Middle School in Burleson and is the daughter of John and Johntae Burks. She was escorted by Xavier William Harris. 

1st Runner-Up: Khala Sada Curley – Khala attended Three Lakes Middle School and is the daughter of Vertie Mae Curley. She was escorted by DeJaylon Beal.

2nd Runner-Up: Breeona Janese Lacy – Breeona attended Dogan Middle School and is the daughter of Ambrea Lacy and the late Jerome Lacy. She was escorted by Donavon LaMarc Jordan.  

3rd Runner-Up: Atiana Nicole Henson – Atiana attended Three Lakes Middle School and is the daughter of Carlton and Diane Henson. She was escorted by JaTavion ShaMar Watson.  

Pamela Kaye Ann Beverly – Pamela attended Liberty Jr. High School in Richardson and is the daughter of James Beverly and Shannon Parks. She was escorted by Landon Wilkerson III.  

Cha’Kalian Monea Browning – Cha’Kalian attended Three Lakes Middle School and is the daughter of Chris Browning and Keisha Smith. She was escorted by Cayden Starks. 

Michal Gisselle Kindles-Hawkins – Michal attended Chapel Hill Middle School and is the daughter of Lawrence Hawkins and Monica Kindles. She was escorted by Kristian Harris.

McKenzie Alise Minor – McKenzie attended Moore Middle Schooland is the daughter of Anthony Minor and Breana Thomas. She was escorted by Frank Marquese Wilkerson Jr.   

Mo’Asia Ariah Runnels – Mo’Asia attended Dogan Middle School and is the daughter of Wilbert James and Audrey Runnels. She was escorted by Jaden Prince Brown.    

Kyesha Lashon Wilson – Kyesha attended Boulter Middle School and is the daughter of Harold and N’Toyia Wilson. She was escorted by Labrendo Flowers.