By The People’s Paper MS
Members of the Rho Iota Zeta Youth Auxiliaries earned top honors and recognition during the 2026 State of Mississippi Zeta Youth Summit.
Every participant from the chapter made the A or A-B honor roll, reflecting their strong academic achievements. Seniors DeMyra Brown and Kailyn Campbell received their graduation stoles during the event.
The Pearlettes, ages 4 to 8, enjoyed creating craft projects and showcasing their presentation. The Amicettes, ages 9 to 13, captured first place in the scrapbook competition. Two Amicettes, Brooklyn Bell and London Thompson, were elected as state president and vice president.
The Archonettes, ages 14 to 18, also earned first place in the scrapbook category and saw four members elected to state leadership roles: Destiny Thornton as president, Siyunda Hobbs as treasurer, AlySan Durr as chaplain and Endia Feazell as parliamentarian.
Archonette AlySan Durr placed third in the state oratorical contest, while DeMyra Brown took first place for her memory book. The Archonettes also showcased their spirit in the step pep performance.
The day marked a proud moment for the Rho Iota Zeta Youth Auxiliaries, celebrating sisterhood, scholarship and success.
