Our Chapter Programming
Our chapter programming is built around a focus on the development of children in our chapter and the larger community. We encourage and leverage the partnerships of local business owners,creative arts institutions, colleges, legislative and political entities to plan activities for our children. Our activities embrace the national programming thrusts of Science,Technology, Engineering, (Arts) and Math.
Carole Robertson Tribute at Jack and Jill Family Day
Carole Rosamond Robertson was a teen in the Birmingham Chapter of Jack and Jill when she was killed on September 15, 1963, in the bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Alabama along with three other young girls: Denise McNair (11), Addie Mae Collins (14), and Cynthia Wesley (14). At the time of her death, Carole was only 14 years of age and was at the church to prepare for a civil rights march with other youth. Per a resolution adopted at a National Convention, all chapters of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. are committed to honoring Carole in September of each year with an activity that highlights the goals of human rights, civil rights, and racial harmony.
The Charlotte Chapter celebrates and honors Carole Robertson each September with a Jack and Jill "Welcome Back" family activity hosted by the newly installed mothers in our Chapter. The activity embraces the National initiative by promoting health and fitness at a fun event that is enjoyed by all members of our Jack and Jill families. At Jack and Jill Day, our Senior Teen age group pays tribute to Carole in a special way with a Memorial and Remembrance ceremony so that our young people recognize and never forget those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in the fight for the civil rights
The Charlotte Chapter celebrates and honors Carole Robertson each September with a Jack and Jill "Welcome Back" family activity hosted by the newly installed mothers in our Chapter. The activity embraces the National initiative by promoting health and fitness at a fun event that is enjoyed by all members of our Jack and Jill families. At Jack and Jill Day, our Senior Teen age group pays tribute to Carole in a special way with a Memorial and Remembrance ceremony so that our young people recognize and never forget those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in the fight for the civil rights
National Black Family Day
National Black Family Day began in May of 1987 when The Honorable William Gray III, Congressman from Pennsylvania, entered a strong tribute to Jack and Jill of America into the Congressional Record in recognition of the organization’s Black Family Day of Celebration. The initial focus of Black Family Day was the needs of children worldwide with special attention to the needs of children in Africa through the organization’s partnership with Africa. Over the years, Jack and Jill has broadened the scope of the annual day to celebrate the proud cultural heritage of African-American families.
For the Charlotte Chapter, Black Family Day is a time to celebrate the "bridging to a new beginning" for our graduating seniors, our moms who will tenure out of the organization, and all of our young people who are moving up to a new grade/age group. In addition, it is a time to reflect on all of the wonderful Chapter programming during the year that furthered the aims of Jack and Jill to better the lives of all children.
For the Charlotte Chapter, Black Family Day is a time to celebrate the "bridging to a new beginning" for our graduating seniors, our moms who will tenure out of the organization, and all of our young people who are moving up to a new grade/age group. In addition, it is a time to reflect on all of the wonderful Chapter programming during the year that furthered the aims of Jack and Jill to better the lives of all children.
Age Groups
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Butterflies
Bridges Preps 1 Preps 2 Jr Teens Sr Teens |
Ages 2-4
Grades K-1 Grades 2-3 Grades 4-5 Grades 6-8 Grades 9-12 |