PGCAC Jabberwock

The History of Jabberwock

In an interpretation of the immortal classic "Alice in Wonderland," Lewis Carroll created the delightful character known as "Jabberwock" who summoned all of the creatures in the kingdom to perform a gala event. Being mindful of this concept, Delta member Marian G. Conover Hope of Iota Chapter (Boston, Massachusetts) creatively recalled this mystical character, but in a dramatically different manner, when faced with the challenge of devising plans for a fundraising project. Conceptualized in 1925 as a musical variety show that consisted of skits and dances, the Jabberwock has since evolved into a more diverse program that continues to raise funds for scholarships and other Delta sponsored public service projects.

The word Jabberwock, copyrighted by Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., has evolved in its symbolism over the past eighty years. It now represents an evening of elegance and entertainment that showcases the gifts and talents of the young women participating in the program while advancing the goals and objectives of Delta's scholarship program.

Prince George's County Alumnae Chapter Jabberwock 2009

Precious Pearls – Cultivated with Elegance and Excellence

The Delta Jabberwock spans over a period of six months featuring a plethora of cultural, educational, and social opportunities for the teen-ager participants comparable to a rites of passage experience, culminating in an evening of absolute sophisticated elegance. These activities are designed to minimize the challenges encountered with the transition from high school to young adulthood, while promoting harmonious relationships among the participants and their families, friends and the community-at-large. The ultimate goal rests with assisting young women of color in becoming productive contributing future leaders in their communities and beyond.

The program is a two-tiered one that includes the younger girls ages 8 to 12 in the Little Miss Jabberwock component, providing them with similar opportunities for cultural, educational and social nurturing and growth. Collectively, the Jabberwock Program represents a comprehensive approach designed to instill inspiration and aspiration with no goals being beyond reach when consistently passionate dedication and persistence remain in the forefront.

The Prince George's County Delta Alumnae Foundation in cooperation with the Prince George's County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., sponsored the Seventh Biennial Jabberwock Cotillion on Sunday, May 3, 2009 at Camelot of Martin's in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. This magical evening represented months of working together with an enthusiastic group of young ladies and their parents and families. Endless possibilities represent the futures of these very promising youth; they are the leaders of tomorrow and much more.

Highlights from Miss Jabberwock 2009

Seventh Biennial Jabberwock Cotillion
Precious Pearls-Cultivated with Elegance & Excellence

Little Miss Jabberwock 2009 – Olivia Hutchins

1st Runner Up – Morgan Branch
2nd Runner Up – T’Keyah Marshall
3rd Runner Up – Keana Cooper

Miss Jabberwock 2009 – Courtney Ford
1st Runner Up – Jillian Griffith
2nd Runner Up – Candice Helton
3rd Runner Up – Lauren McRae

The 2009 Jabberwock Cotillion was featured in the Sophisticated Settings
of the Washington Afro-American newspaper, May 30-June 5, 2009 edition.

The 2009 Jabberwock Cotillion was truly inspiring. Please join the officers and members of the Prince George's County Delta Alumnae Foundation and the Prince George's County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., in celebrating the wonderful accomplishments of the young ladies who participated in the Jabberwock Program.