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Monday, October 3

Join Cheryl, Kelly Kel and Phyllis Alphabet• B l a c k E c o n o m i c

History Fact of the Day• D o n a G a s s a w a y

Mitchell will discuss AIDS Awareness

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Tuesday, October 4

Join Cheryl, Kelly Kel and P h y l l i s Alphabet• B l a c k

Economic History Fact of the Day

• Cheryl Pearson McNiel discusses Black Buying Power.

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Wednesday, October 5

Join Cheryl, Kelly Kel and Phyllis Alphabet• Black Economic History

Fact of the Day • F r a n k S t o c k t o n o f

Massage Envy

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Thursday, October 6

Join Cheryl, Kelly Kel and Phyllis Alphabet• B l a c k E c o n o m i c

History Fact of the Day

•L i v e f r o m Tallahassee, FL

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Tune in weekdays, Monday - Friday, 9-11a.m.

Mr. President -- it’s time for some serious talk

On two occasions, I have had the opportunity to talk to Mr. Barack Obama.

Once, when he was a Senator, during a phone interview with a group of journalists and then later at the National Association of Black Journalists Convention in Las Vegas, I was able to pose, what I believed to be relevant questions.

On the conference call, we talked about the death penalty and the ever-increasing number of wrongfully convicted gaining their release from prison.

In Vegas, both Mr. Obama and Sen. Hillary Clinton addressed

the journalists before taking questions.

The exchange between myself and then-Sen. Obama went like this:

CS: In an unprecedented move, you reached out to the Black Press. I would like for you to explain why you did and, if elected, will the Black Press receive the same consideration and respect?

BO: “I reached out to the Black Press because I have experience with my hometown newspaper: the Defender, the Crusader, the Citizen.

“There are a bunch of historically African American papers in Chicago. When I was in the state legislature, would cover stories that I was working on that the mainstream press did not cover. So, if I was fighting a fight on juvenile justice issues, making sure that laws that treat juveniles who live in public

housing as adults but juveniles who did the same crime in the suburbs as juveniles, I might not get a story in the major papers but I might get a story in the Chicago Defender.

"My attitude is that if you were covering me when nobody wanted to cover me, then you should be able to cover me when everybody wants to cover me. That attitude and approach will continue when I'm in the White House," he concluded. While Black journalists have had more access to the White

House than ever before, there’s room for improvement. Joined by former Dallas Mayor and now Ambassador Ron Kirk, President Obama will be in Dallas soon and the press will be all-out for the occasion.

Recently a number of journalists were expressing their concerns because some feel that the Black Press has not received the same

consideration from the Obama administration. Ambassador Kirk has hosted meetings in Dallas and he has been very accessible. Local activist Edna Pemberton is on the host committee and she has extended an invitation for folks to come out and show support for the president Tuesday, October 4, 11:00 a.m. at the Sheraton Dallas. You can RSVP and make your contribution to Mr. Obama at: m y . b a r a c k o b a m a . c o m /october4dallasluncheon. CSL

President Barack Obamaat NABJ Convention in 2007

President Barack Obama with former Dallas Mayor Ron Kirk.

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SWAGGER MAGNIFIED!

Sporting News Editor-in-Chief Garry D. Howard, Fort Worth Star-Telegram Columnist Bob Ray Sanders, Min. Robert Muhammad, NFL Great Emmitt Smith, business mogul Daymond John, noted psychologist Nai’m Akbar, publisher Danny Bakewell Sr., NBA great and business mogul Earvin “Magic” Johnson, singer Charlie Wilson, journalist George E. Curry, former NAACP head and U.S. Congressman Kweisi Mfume, rapper, author Chuck D., Coach Doug Williams, businessman Charles O’Neal, comedian David A. Arnold, rapper Kool Moe Dee, businessman Jonathan Rodgers, Sports anchor Stephen A. Smith, basketball great Michael Jordan, Rev. Zan Wesley Holmes Jr., actor Billy Dee Williams, comedian and actor Chris Rock

Singer Marvin Gaye, actor Calvin Lockhart, singers Teddy Pendergrass and Nat King Cole, comic/actor Bernie Mac, journalist Lawrence E. Young, entertainer Isaac Hayes, singer Gerald Levert, African activist and publisher Pius Njawe, attorney/media mogul Percy Sutton, Publisher extraordinaire John H. Johnson, atty. Johnnie Cochran, music great Curtis Mayfield, maestro Barry White, orator, writer and statesman Frederick Douglass, humanist Malcolm X, singer Johnnie Taylor, entertainer Lou Rawls, singer Rick James, Coach A.D. Jake Gaither, Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, Hon. Mickey Leland

C H E R Y L S M I T H L I V E !

September 1 - December 31 -- I am picking the men I think have serious swagger. These men are intelligent, strong, sharp, fierce, competitive, charismatic, spiritual, hard, caring, handsome, smooth, creative, energetic and so much more!

Without any consideration or input from anyone, I am choosing the men who through personal experiences or history, I find to have so much going on. Stay tuned - weekdays from 9-11a.m. I think it’s a great list!

When I arrived here, I never imagined that 30 years later, I would still be calling Dallas “home.” I was invited to Texas by one of my sorority sisters, Theresa Boston, who said that I would be coming to the land of opportunity. I was preparing to leave the newspaper I was working for and although my former boss offered me an opportunity to come and work with him in newly-elected President Ronald Reagan’s administration, I wanted to keep giving this “journalism thing” a try. Theresa was a business major and so she had it made. It was a different story for me, especially because I wanted to work for the Black Press.Dallas was a tough market to cross, even with solid credentials! Over the years, there have been times when I wanted to pack up my things and go somewhere fast.

My East Coast swagger was challenged while attending school in Tallahassee, Florida and it was definitely put to the test in the Southwest. One day I realized that you must make your “heaven” wherever you are. Interestingly Theresa has been long gone, moving back to her home state of Florida, to get married, explore other opportunities and pursue her dreams. I remained here where there have been numerous oppor tun i t i es to bu i ld relationships and make a difference in the world. There have been some very phenomenal people who I have had the pleasure of meeting and getting to know. Every day I wake up, I smile, just like Kirk Franklin sings, and I feel blessed for every encounter and experience. Have there been hard times? Of course. There have been some great times too--all

ensuring that I am continuing to become a better person. After 30 years, I still remember so many firsts. I was young, full of energy and a desire to make a positive impact. I remember attending my first Church, chapter sorority meeting, job interview, and FAMU alumni gathering. I have so many, many memories! Early on I told myself that as much as I disliked driving, I needed to get on the road; regardless of how far I had to travel. It was a challenge, indeed; but I refused to become a hermit. Now 30 years later, I only hope that my presence has been more of a positive force than a waste of precious time and space. And, I thank those who have blessed me in so many ways! I’m trying to make that DASH stand for something! CSL

30 years of memories for Cheryl

NOW... !! THEN...

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HOW TO RECEIVE A $100,000 COLLEGE GRANT!

If someone told you there was a better way to plan for a student’s college education, would you do it? Yes, of course! But, if you ask parents of college-bound students what their plan is for navigating the college process you’ll usually hear, “We don’t have a plan.” HOW TO SOLVE THE COLLEGE FUNDING DILEMMA!!! Funding for college comes from three basic sources – the federal government, the institution itself, and the private sector, where there are large sums of capital available for those who have access to the private sources. This is where our primary focus lies.Also, there are two basic types of funding – gift aid (money that does not have to be repaid), and self-help aid (money that is either worked for or borrowed). Gift aid is commonly in the form of scholarships, grants, endowments, and tuition discounts. Let’s discuss money that does not have to be repaid which are called grants. What are Grants? Grants are potentially a meaningful source of funds for many kinds of projects and groups, and applying for them can be a source of great hope and excitement. At the same time, few subjects in nonprofit management are surrounded by such dread and mystery.Instead, grants are donations of money given to charitable (501c3) nonprofit organizations and public agencies in order to meet specific, agreed-upon goals. Grants may come from charitable foundations, corporations, service clubs, or government agencies. They take time to apply for and receive – often up to12 months between application and, if approved, delivery of the money. Grants are most often given away by “Private Sources” and small, local foundations that care about local citizen efforts. It makes sense to see a grant as a fair deal between colleagues whose interests are similar, but whose resources are different. Private Sources, Foundations and other grant makers are organizations like your nonprofit or school. They have missions and goals just like you do. When a funder awards you a grant, they are doing so because what you plan to do with the money fits in with their own goals, initiatives, and dreams, and often with their founder's stated wishes. WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE A GRANT CONSULTANT - Hiring a Grant Consultant, who specializes in securing the capital needed for college funding is important if you’re serious about funding your child’s education, in the least expensive way. MCS Grant Consultants, a division of MCS Consultants, will show you how you can obtain a $100,000 grant for the purpose of college funding. For most parents, sending their children to college is one of the five (5) largest expenditures they will ever face in their lives. MCS gives families of all income levels and opportunity to raise the capital to finance their child’s education. MCS Consultants offers a unique opportunity to parents wanting access to our special Private funding sources. Our Private funding partner’s specialty is raising large sums of money for the purpose of offering grants for college funding and for churches and small businesses who don’t qualify for conventional bank financing.

HOW TO QUALIFY FOR A $100,000 GRANT --The great thing about grants is that you don’t have to pay back the money you received. However, there are administrative costs associated with receiving a grant. Countless hours are spent contacting our capital affiliates and private sources in to obtain a grant. Our grant facilitators also have families and must be compensated for their work.

In order to provide the service of obtaining a $100,000 grant, MCS will only accept up to 100 applicants per calendar quarter. By restricting the amount of applications to 100, this allows our grant facilitators too spend the appropriate time necessary in obtaining the grant.

In order to successfully obtain a $100,000 grant, there is a one-time required payment of $4,000. The time involved for obtaining a $100,000 grant in most cases is six (6) months. In rare occasions the time-frame will be extended to an additional six (6) months. However, if the $100,000 grant is not obtained within 12 months from the date stated in the Memorandum of Understanding, the $4,000 will be immediately returned, in addition to a non-performance fee of 12% interest.

NO STRINGS ATTACHED -- Although this program was designed to assist parents who are not wealthy, and who desperately need help in getting their children through college, there are no strings attached to the $100,000 grant. In other words, if a situation arises where the potential college student for whatever reason decides not to attend college, the $100,000 will still be awarded to the parent(s).

There have been instances in the past where the student decided to pursue a career in the armed forces, or another career objective. Regardless, the parents or the grant sponsor is still entitled to the $100,000. This is stated in the Memorandum of Understanding. The $100,000 can be used to supplement retirement or for any another purpose the client chooses. There is no other college funding consultant company is the U.S. that has the ability to raise the amount of capital we can raise in a short amount of time. Our Private partners are exactly that “Private.” And their method of raising large sums of capital is proprietary in nature.

$ PERFORMANCE GUARANTEE $

MCS makes this guarantee. At the end of the contract period, if MCS Grant Consultants has failed to provide a grant worth $100,000 in cash, MCS will refund 100% of the consultation fee, in addition to another 12% added to the paid fee. You have absolutely nothing to lose and $100,000 to gain by hiring MCS.

We work with families that want to protect their assets and secure as much of their money for their senior years.

Get started on securing a $100,000 grant for your child or grandchild’s college education, by CALLING 972 572 0088 to receive an application.

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9/30

Prairie View University 17th Annual Athletic Scholarship Gala, 6:30 p.m. Marriott City Center Hotel

Jazz Series 2011 featuring Jeff Lorber with Warren Hill, 7 p.m. & 9:45 p.m. Bishop Arts Theater Center

10/1

A Classic Week Concert featuring KEM with Chrisette Michele and El DeBarge, 8p.m. Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie

Grambling State Alumni High School Battle of the Bands & Cheerleading Competi t ion , 9a.m. Lancaster 's Humphrey Stadium; Pre-Game Concert with Miguel

3 p.m. State Fair Chevrolet Stage; Louisiana-Texas Classic Block Party with performance by VIC

9 p.m. - 3 a.m. Dallas Convention Center. For more information on all

Classic Week events, visit www.alwe.com.

State Fair Classic - Grambling State v Prairie View A&M University at the

Cotton Bowl. Halftime show features V.I.C. doing the Wobble.

10/2

3 p.m. until 9 p.m.3509 Gilbert Road, Grand Prairie, TX 972-998-4322 - 214-803-3920 Free with potluck dish or drinks.Without potluck dish/drinks - $10

10/3 - 7

12th annual First Lady Conference at the Fairmont Hotel, guest speakers: Mary Alessi, Sheila Bailey, Suzette Caldwell and Stephanie Carter. www.loisevans.org

10/6

Hosted by the Omicron Mu Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., “1st Thursday Karaoke,

at Harwood 609 Restaurant and Jazz Club,” is one of many programs that the public service organization has to raise funds to benefit the chapter’s programs. $100 Prize!

10/07 - Dionne Warwick with Earl Klugh at Verizon Center

10/8

FAMU’s Homecoming and celebration of BADST’s Temeric 44’s 30th anniversary in Tallahassee

10/08 - BB King, Delbert McClinton, Leon Russell, Monte Montgomery at Verizon

10/10

5th annual Eddye O’Neal Memorial Delta Golf Tournament at Cedar Crest Golf Course.

10/14

P a u l Q u i n n C o l l e g e A l u m n i Association is having their 20th Annual Alumni Hassell Tanksley Scholarship and Awards Banquet Friday, October 14, 2011, 7:00P.M. at Paul Quinn College, Isabell and Comer Cottrell Student Center Grand Lounge. Donation: $30.00 All Proceeds benefit Paul Quinn College Scholarships for Students. For more information or tickets, you may contact Alum Ruby Baker at rubyhbaker@aol.com

10/15

Network of Hispanic Communicators DFW 30th Anniversary Celebration at CityPlace Center at 7pm with Pulitzer

Prize winner Ruben Vives as the speaker.

10/22

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - North Dallas Suburban Alumnae Chapter in partnership with the North Dallas Suburban Foundation for Life D e v e l o p m e n t a n d C o m m u n i t y Involvement, Inc., a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, will host its annual charitable benefit “Wingtip & Stiletto Soiree…A Delta Affair” at the InterContinental Dallas Hotel, 15201 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX in the Malachite Grand Ballroom at 7 PM.

10/22/11 -

So You Think You Can Danceat Verizon Center

10/29

An Evening of S p o k e n Wo r d with Ruby Dee at t h e B l a c k Academy of Arts a n d L e t t e r s , 7:30p

10/30 A Family Affairfeaturing David Mann, star of "Meet the Browns" &many Tyler Perry Productions1-6:30pcarnival and competitions7-11 concert

11/12/11 - Bobby Brown, Johnny Gill, Ralph Tresvant, with Keith Sweat and Ginuwine

12/1

DFW/ABJ's 30th Anniversary Scholarship Gala on Thursday, December 1, featuring CNN's Soledad O'Brien. Emcees for the event are Charles O'Neal and Lynne Haze. Honorees are Bob Ray Sanders and Clarice Tinsley. Log on to www.dfwabj.org for tickets.Send your calendar items to info@cherylsmithonline.com

DFW/ABJDallas!Fort Worth Association of Black Journalists

30th

Anniversary

Scholarship

Gala

featuring

CNN’s SOLEDADO’BRIEN

NABJ!Journalist of the YearHonorary Member " Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.

HALL OF STATEFair Park, Dallas

Thursday, December 1, 20115:30p.m.

2010/11 Asante Award Honorees:Bob Ray Sanders and Clarice Tinsley

Emcees:Charles O’Neal and Lynne Haze

PROGRAMMING

Monday7am Gospel Grooves

9-11am Cheryl Smith Live!11am The Yundrae Show

3pm The Watchfuleye with FHjr4pm DFWspotlight

5pm The Jazz Lounge9pm RnB and NeoSoul Music Mix

Tuesday7am Gospel Grooves

9-11am Cheryl Smith Live!11am The Yundrae Show

1pm The Mid-day X-Change6pm Chat it Up (Teen Talk)

7-9pm Claudia D. Fowler The Queen of Community Conversation

9pm RnB and NeoSoul Music Mix

Wednesday7am Gospel Grooves

9-11am Cheryl Smith Live!11am The Yundrae Show

12pm Let's Go Deeper w/Evangelist Jameel Vincent

2pm In The Ladies Room with Lynne Haze4pm DFWspotlight

6-8pm The Dock Power Hour8pm SheTalk Sports

9pm RnB and NeoSoul Music Mix

Thursday7am Gospel Grooves

9-11am Cheryl Smith Live!11am The Yundrae Show

4pm Urban Crusade with Gordon Jackson8pm The P5 Health, Wealth & Networking Show

9pm RnB and NeoSoul Music Mix

Friday7am Gospel Grooves

8am Dallas Dialogue w/John Yourse9-11am Cheryl Smith Live!11am The Yundrae Show

12-2pm Da Crossover w/T-Spoon and LeftField2pm Finish Strong with Kim McGrew

4pm DFWspotlight5pm The Jazz Lounge

Saturday1pm The Paradox with Wordz

5-8pm The Jazz Lounge8pm Dirty Redd Live and RAW

Sunday9-11am Gospel Grooves

11am RnB and NeoSoul Music Mix12-4pm Classic Hits

5pm The Jazz Lounge6pm RnB and NeoSoul Music Mix

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Which one of the Men of Swagger said, "I like my boys to be agile, mobile, and

hostile."Email your answer to:

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"The village is burning," exclaimed Susan L. Taylor speaking to over 200 diverse women attending the "Power of the Sister Vote Forum," that focused on leveraging the Black female vote hosted by The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation's Black Women's Roundtable and the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation (CBCF) in Washington, DC "We have everything we need at our fingertips to do what God is calling us to do, and that is stand together on purpose, with purpose, and demand respect and justice for our children, our men, for our people," continued Taylor, founder of Cares Mentoring and editor-in-chief emeritus of Essence Magazine. The forum brought together women leaders - from grassroots organizers to college presidents - to highlight the critical role Black

women play in the election and unveil the policy priorities for women of the Black Diaspora going forward. d. "Black women are potentially the single most powerful voting b l o c k i n t h e u p c o m i n g election," said Melanie L. Campbell, president and CEO of the The National Coalition a n d c o n v e n e r o f B l a c k Women's Roundtable. "Pew Research Center reported that among all racial, ethnic and gender groups, Black women had the highest voter turnout rate in the 2008 presidential election. Also, Black women have a strong influence on their children, parents and Black

men. We are determined to leverage our collective political power in 2012 and beyond." Dr. Julianne Malveaux, president of Bennett College for Women and renowned economist, said, "When you look at the

data of those who have not been counted, you're talking 16% unemployment for everyone, 29% for African American's, and 32 % for African American men. These are depression level unemployment rates," Dr. Malveaux said. "The President's jobs plan is a step in the right direction and he should be applauded for that. But it's not enough." AFL-CIO executive vice president, Arlene Holt-Baker, called for the women to mobilize to stop the attacks on union members by people who are determined to roll-back the progress made by unions. Tonya Clay House, director of public policy for Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights Under the Law, displayed their compel l ing "Map of Shame," an interactive map that illustrates states that are enacting suppressive legislation (like restrictive voter ID laws) that will disenfranchise many voters including minorities, low-income persons, senior citizens, voters with disabilities and students.

Susan L. Taylor of Cares Mentoring (standing) urges women to demand respect during the Black Women's Roundtable/CBCF "Power of the

Sister Vote Forum" in DC as Melanie L. Campbell, BWR convener, pulls up

voting statistics.

Black women demand respect for their vote

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Jeremy Erwin met Cheryl Smith when he became a participant in the Dallas-Fort Worth Association of Black Communicators (now Journalists) Urban Journalism Workshop as a high school student.

He stopped by Cheryl Smith Live! to talk about a program he has partnered with veteran actress Irma P. Hall, to produce in Dallas.

J. Erwin, as he likes to be called, is bringing Hollywood to Dallas, October 1 and 2 at the Radisson Hotel.

If you want to find out everything from building your portfolio, picking the right agent, and perfecting your craft, J. Erwin and his panel of experts can help you

Find out more at www.jeremyerwin.com or call 214-476-9749.

CSL! SPOTLIGHTSybil Wilkes, co-host of the n a t i o n a l l y syndicated Tom Joyner Morning Show, and OLD SCHOOL 94.5

will broadcast live from the MLK Family Clinic on Friday, September 30 to culminate To m J o y n e r ’s n a t i o n a l community health initiative. The Take a Loved One to the Doctor Day campaign will feature a FREE health fair wi th several in teract ive activities for TJMS listeners. Wilkes has served as a national ambassador for the Susan G. Komen Circle of Promise campaign, which is a platform to raise breast cancer

awareness by advocating preventive measures targeted at African American women. The Komen on the Go Little Pink mobile unit will be on site to equip attendees with vital tips and information. Dallas Mavericks Assistant Coach Darrell Armstrong will make an appearance. Coach Armstrong addresses issues that disproportionately affect the Black community by advocating for health through the Darre l l Armstrong 's Foundation for Premature Babies.

MLK Family Clinic, 2901 Pennsylvania Street, Dallas,

5:00a.m. - 1:00 p.m. CST

Take a loved one to the doctor, please!

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I have known Levatta Dean Levels for quite some time, because we a re members of the same sorority. Recently I r e a l i z e d h o w brilliantly dynamic this young lady is. Currently she is the acting Superintendent for the Desoto ISD and if I have anything to say about it, “acting” would be removed from her title and she could continue about the business of educating nearly 10,000 students that attend DeSoto schools. A Dallas-native, Superintendent Levels is a graduate of Skyline High School and she received her bachelors degree in criminal justice and masters degree in education from the University of North Texas. Her educational career began with Dallas ISD at J.W. Ray Elementary School. She also previously served eight years in Cedar Hill ISD as assistant principal at Cedar Hill High School and principal of Waterford Oaks Elementary School. The former security associate at Texas Instruments and Arrest and Review Specialist with the Dallas Police Department also worked as a specialist for the Alternative Certification Program for Dallas ISD. Since moving to the DeSoto ISD she has served as the director of special programs and assistant superintendent for student support services. This woman is phenomenal. She is family-oriented and very proud of her husband, Lofton, and two children, daughter Leah and son Lofton Levels III. During a recent interview, she talked about the love she has for her family and how her family members, especially her children, are very protective of their mother. Her eyes light up as she talks about her family, and that family includes the students, teachers and staff at the schools throughout the District. She wants the best for her students, but she also wants to ensure that teachers are supported and have an opportunity to excel. She’s been successful at schools in the past and the same is expected in the future. A spiritual woman, she is an active member of Friendship-West Baptist Church.

While attending UNT, Ms. Levels was initiated into the Zeta Eta Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and for almost 30 years she has honored her pledge to a lifetime of com-munity service. A member of the

National Council of Negro Women, Leadership Southwest, Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Texas, and the DeSoto Youth Initiative, Ms. Levels’ civic and community involvement also includes participation in Texas Principal Excellence Program-Professional Coach/Mentor; Texas Association of School Administra-tors; Best Southwest Partnership; Metropolitan Association of Coun-selor Directors and Educators; Parent Teacher Association; Zeta Eta Alumnae Association; University of North Texas Criminal Justice Advisory Council; UNT Exes Board; UNT Trailblazers; City of DeSoto Youth Initiative; Texas Counseling Association; DeSoto Chamber of Commerce Gala Auction Committee; DeSoto Chamber of Commerce Head Turning Hats Committee; and Texas Association of Black School Educators. I am citing Ms. Levels’ academic credentials, along with her community involvement to illustrate why she is an ideal person to lead the district during these turbulent times. Ms. Levels is passionate about educating our youth and her commit-ment to educational excellence is heartwarming, encouraging and contagious. What is especially impressive, along with her many attributes, is knowing that under her coordination district wide attendance improved while discipline incidents decreased. Ms. Levels cares about our future and she is an advocate for a quality education. DeSoto ISD needs a c o m m i t t e d e d u c a t o r , w h o understands our children and the educational system. The District needs someone with an impeccable work ethic, a good heart, experience and the credentials. DeSoto ISD needs Levatta Levels at the helm, permanently. No need to act foolish! CSL

CSL! SPOTLIGHT Levatta LevelsBook Signing/Discussion with Dr. Ray Winbush

Author/Activist/Scholar/Director of the Institute for Urban Research at Morgan State University

Friday, September 30, 2011 7p.m.

Pan African Connection and Resource Center

Which one of the Men of Swagger said, "I like my boys to be agile, mobile, and hostile."

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