Zeta Archonette Club of Memphis
History
Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. sponsors three youth auxiliary groups: Pearlettes, Amicettes and Archonettes. First formed in the 1950's, members of the Archonette Club are young women in between the ages of 14 and 18, who are in high school and demonstrate an interest in the goals and the ideals of scholarship, sisterly love, and community service.
The Archonette Club helps girls grow culturally, socially, and educationally. Projects vary according to the girls’ interests and the needs of the community. The Archonette Club provides activities that present opportunities to:
- Encourage the individual to accept responsibility
- Develop new interests
- Work toward creating happiness for others
- Develop awareness of the need to share responsibilities and to understand one another in order to achieve a common goal
- Develop an individual's unique personality
- Make responsible decisions, develop social confidence, and to relate to peers, parents, and adults in general.
The Zeta Archonette Club of Memphis was organized in 1979 under the advising of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated – Alpha Eta Zeta Chapter.
FACT CHECK:
- Sponsoring Organization: Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated
- Founding Year: 1950
- Colors: Navy Blue & White
- Flower: Forget-Me-Not
- Motto: Sharing with and Caring for Those Less Fortunate than Ourselves.
- Year Established in Memphis, TN: 1979
Advisors
Sherita Coleman
Sherita Coleman
Sherita Coleman
Ms. Sherita Coleman is a native of Memphis, TN and is a graduate of Houston High School. She attended the University of Memphis, where she received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing Management. She also earned a Master of Business Administration from Union University. Ms. Sherita has been a member of Zeta since 2008 by w
Ms. Sherita Coleman is a native of Memphis, TN and is a graduate of Houston High School. She attended the University of Memphis, where she received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing Management. She also earned a Master of Business Administration from Union University. Ms. Sherita has been a member of Zeta since 2008 by way of the Alpha Eta Zeta Chapter here in Memphis, and has been advising the Archonettes since 2016.
Ebony Lemons
Sherita Coleman
Sherita Coleman
Ms. Ebony is a Memphis native and a graduate of Craigmont High School. She then attended the University of Tennessee – Knoxville and earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. While at UTK, Ms. Ebony was initiated in to Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated in 2012 via the Pi Epsilon Chapter. After college, she returned to Memphis
Ms. Ebony is a Memphis native and a graduate of Craigmont High School. She then attended the University of Tennessee – Knoxville and earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering. While at UTK, Ms. Ebony was initiated in to Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated in 2012 via the Pi Epsilon Chapter. After college, she returned to Memphis and joined the Alpha Eta Zeta Chapter, where she began serving as an Archonette advisor in 2017.
Activities
Cultural Awareness and Social Skills Enhancement
Cultural Awareness and Social Skills Enhancement
Cultural Awareness and Social Skills Enhancement
The Archonette Club gives its members the opportunity to network with like-minded young ladies who have the desire to grow culturally and socially. We engage in activities that expose our members to African-American history and positive reflections of Black culture. Some examples include our annual etiquette workshop, the MLK Day March, field trips, and our very own Archonette Step Team.
Educational Enrichment
Cultural Awareness and Social Skills Enhancement
Cultural Awareness and Social Skills Enhancement
The grades and conduct of each member are well monitored by the Club advisors and we ensure that they are receiving adequate resources to maintain a good scholarly average. The Archonettes have access to scholarships and free ACT workshops given by the members of Zeta Phi Beta, attend college tours and discussions, and explore various career paths.
Leadership Development
Leadership Development
Leadership Development
Members of the Archonette Club are groomed into leaders by way of our monthly meeting topics, where speakers come in and cover important topics for young adults, such as personal grooming, social media presence, and bullying prevention. They also attend State and Regional Leadership Conferences held by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Archonettes are able to participate in competitions, engage in college prep workshops, and run for leadership positions at these conferences. State Conference is held at the beginning of the Club year in October and Regional Conference is at the end of the year in June.
Community Service
Leadership Development
Leadership Development
The Archonettes participate in monthly community service activities that fall under our national Z-HOPE (Zetas Helping Other People Excel) programming. Activities include, but are not limited to: United Way, The Salvation Army, Stork’s Nest, March of Dimes, as well as visiting nursing homes.
How to Join
Potential members of the Archonette Club of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority are:
- Young ladies in high school
- Young ladies who are willing to strive for the highest ideals of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority
- Young ladies who are able to demonstrate the potential for good leadership and are willing to work as part of a group
If you are interested in joining, here are the steps you should take for membership:
- Attend an Information Meeting
- Attend some Archonette events to meet the current club members
- Fill out an application (Links: PDF or Online)
- Complete and Submit One-Page Essay (Link: Requirements)
- Pay New Member Dues
How much does it cost?
Initial dues for the Archonette Club are $100.00. This includes the following:
All new member materials, including the Archonette Handbook
- Archonette Cardigan
- Archonette Polo
- Archonette T-Shirt
- Archonette Pin
- First year dues
After the first year, dues will be $45.00 annually.
Contact Us
Stay connected with the Memphis Archonettes on social media!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ahzarchonettes/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ahzarchonettes/
If you have any questions or would like to be added to the interest list and receive direct information about open applications, please email us at ahzarchonettes@gmail.com!