Educational Development

Education has always been at the heart of Delta Sigma Theta. For more than a century, Delta women have believed in creating opportunities for young people to learn, grow, and build a future they can be proud of. The Slidell Alumnae Chapter carries that commitment into our local community through mentorship, youth development, college readiness, and educational support.

National Initiatives

Delta GEMS

Red notebooks with an illustrated girl wearing a white blouse and red striped skirt, with the title 'Delta Academy' and motivational phrases like 'I am the future,' 'Leader,' 'I will excel in all areas of my life,' and 'I can do anything.'

Dr. Jeanne L. Noble Delta GEMS (Growing & Empowering Myself Successfully): An institute for young women aged 14–18 (grades 9–12) focused on academic success, college and career planning, financial literacy, and leadership development.

EMBODI

A group of children and adults standing on a basketball court inside an empty arena, with blue and yellow seating in the background and a scoreboard above them.

EMBODI (Empowering Males to Build Opportunities for Developing Independence): A collaborative program designed to support African-American males aged 11–18 by addressing STEM education, leadership, self-efficacy, college readiness, and physical/mental health

Delta Academy

Stack of red notebooks titled "Delta GEMS" featuring an illustrated woman with curly hair, wearing a denim jacket over a shirt and red skirt, holding a tablet with motivational phrases and graphics around her.

Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy: A mentoring and personal growth program for young girls aged 11–14 (grades 6–8), emphasizing science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM), self-esteem, and service learning.

More Educational & Scholarship Initiatives

  • How to Write and Winning Essay - Scholarship Preparation

  • Financial Literacy for College 

  • Scholarship Gala

  • College Tour

  • STEAM