Originally delivered on 3/6/2023 9:09 am

SUBJECT: Collin County Aggie Moms March 2023 Newsletter

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March 2023
A Message from our President...

Howdy!

In last month’s meeting, we had guest speakers from the Texas A&M School of Law and heard about the expansion in Fort Worth. Since it was Presidents’ Day, we recognized all past CCAM presidents that were in attendance. Members then had the opportunity to make Aggie Mom tote bags which turned out great!

We had many Collin County Aggie Moms attend Aggie Mom Camp in College Station last month. There were so many great speakers and student performances, dinner with our students, photo with Reveille, shopping discounts, tours, and a fashion show with moms volunteering as models. This was my first time to attend camp and now I wish I had signed up years ago!

Becky Bird ‘89
Collin County Aggie Moms President 2022-2023
Mom of Kristin ’18, Braden ’19, and Maddie ‘25 

February 20th Meeting
Aggie Mom Camp 2023
Aggie Mom Camp
Click on the above image to play the video!
Save The Date: Next Meeting March 20th

We have a terrific meeting coming up this month with an amazing speaker from Feed My Starving Children AND a Kendra Scott Pop Up Shop which is a 20% Profit Share.

Speaker: Bill Journey ‘83

As Big Event is just around the corner,  Bill Journey ‘83 from Feed My Starving Children will share with us the importance of the work done there and how we will be helping them on March 25th as our participation in the Big Event. There are still slots available for you and your family to join us. Please see the details below under volunteering.

Are You Read To Shop?

We are so excited to bring a Kendra Scott Pop Up Shop to our March Meeting! Do you have a friend that loves Kendra Scott? Ask them to come! 

I’m coming to the 
Kendra Scott Pop Up Shop

Sign Up to Bring Snacks To Share!

We are looking for all kinds of fun shaped snacks to celebrate the Kendra Scott Pop Up Shop Event at our Meeting!

We are looking for Sandwiches, Cookies, Cheese Plates, and Vegetable Trays. 

I Can Help With Food!

Thank you to our Nominating Committee members: 

Sofia Davila, Patti Mitcham, Diana Nunez, Caryn Schniederjan, Kathy Terzis, Shelley Verhoev, Alternate—Marla Larimore, and Chair—Laura White.

 

The Executive/Officer* Board nominations were formally reviewed. This slate will also be presented at the March Meeting for election at the April Meeting. 

(*The Parliamentarian and Historian positions are appointed by the President.) 

Committee Chair positions will be established and appointed by the President, with the exception of the Scholarship Committee.

Still Seeking Committee Chairs For 2023-2024

Help make a difference, share your ideas, and have fun with a terrific group of women supporting our Aggie Students. 

Questions? Please email: ccampresidentelect@aggienetwork.com.

Chair Interest
Volunteer & Committee Interest
Are You A New Aggie Mom Or Know One?


Have a new Aggie heading to A&M in the Fall? We have a special FREE membership available for incoming Moms to check us out from March thru May. Then, join with a full membership starting June 1st. Spring is busy and fun so click below to follow and join us!



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Deadline to submit application is 3/15 at 11:59 pm!

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It’s Time To Order The Spring Exam Goodie Bag

The Cooler Bag is great for taking homemade meals back to Aggieland. The bag will have some snacks and a couple of coupons will be included!

You must be a member to purchase a Goodie Bag. 
You can register and 
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To Purchase Your Goodie Bag, Click the Button Below, 
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Purchase Goodie Bag Here!
Purchase Your Tickets Here!
4th Annual Spring Golf Tournament

Monday, April 24th
Hurricane Creek Country Club, Anna

We are in full swing working to coordinate corporate sponsorship opportunities! We need every Collin County Aggie Mom to identify someone in your network we can reach out to for financial support: local business owners, organizations or individuals that have a deep reach in the North Texas communities.

Collin County is a big place, and we generate a lot of big business for the State of Texas and Aggie Network! Please check your contacts and send information to Karen Walker and Kathy Terzis at  CCAMFundraiser@aggienetwork.com. Several levels of patronage have been established and are available to review at our new platform, Charity Golf Today. For information and the associated benefits with each level please visit our website by clicking below!  

No amount is too small! We also need items for door prizes – so items and gift cards are also appreciated.

Please also register to play!

Golf Tournament Website

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!


Add your company or family name when you sponsor the tournament!

Aggie Mom Boutique 2023 Needs You!!!

Collin County Aggie Moms will be participating in Aggie Mom Boutique and Raffle 2023 during Family Weekend, April 14th and 15th.  This is a great opportunity for our club to raise money for student scholarships and donations to student organizations.

If you are already planning to be in Aggieland for Family Weekend, please consider helping our club (and students) by signing up to work a shift or two. There are also a few opportunities for your Aggie student(s) to help so you can still spend time with your Aggie(s) and shop the Aggie Mom Boutique before/after your shift!

I Want To Help With Parent’s Weekend!
IT’S NOT TOO LATE TO SIGN UP TO PARTICIPATE IN BIG EVENT!

Registration is now open

Location: Feed My Starving Children
Date: Saturday, 3/25
Time: 11:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.

Pack meals at Feed My Starving Children in Richardson.

CCAM members and family members are welcome to join us. Sign up directly through the Feed My Starving Children website at the link below.

Thanks,
Sue Wiggins

Sign up for Big Event!
Register to play in the Tournament
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This Event has a 2 Part Registration!

Register HERE to let us know you are coming!

Register HERE to choose your PROJECT & PAY!

You must choose your project and pay by April 15 to be able to participate in this event.

No Late Registrations are available.

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In the Spotlight
Dina Strittmatter

What is your board position and a brief description of what you do for CCAM?  I am the Goodie bag co-chair with my sister, Gayle Sisemore. 

Where do you live?  In Prosper, Texas.

Where did you attend college?  I graduated from Texas A&M University (Class of 1993) with a BS in Horticulture and then I went on to Texas Women's University and graduated with a BS in Occupational Therapy. 

Tell us about your kids: 

My oldest daughter, Marissa, is a sophomore industrial engineering major at TAMU (Fightin' Texas Aggie Class of 2025). She is involved in John 15 at St. Mary's, was a fish camp counselor last summer (hopes to do it again this summer), and when she isn't studying she enjoys hanging out with her friends or playing volleyball at the rec center.

My youngest daughter, Alanna, is currently a Senior at Prosper High School and will be attending TAMU in the fall of 2023.  She will be studying kinesiology and hopes to eventually get her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

What are your hobbies? I enjoy crocheting, playing games, and spending time with my family.

What is a good book you've read recently?  I am currently reading Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte.

What is your most favorite vacation you've ever taken or favorite place you've traveled to?  My favorite place that I have traveled to is Switzerland.  The people there were very welcoming and the country was just beautiful.  

What is something most people don't know about you? I played in a kickball league in South Texas in late elementary school through middle school.

What is your favorite thing about Texas A&M? The Aggie Spirit and all the traditions that Texas A&M has.   

What is some advice you would give a new student at A&M?  Get involved and find "your" people.  Classes will not be like high school, but you just have to go and do your best.  Have fun!  

What is some advice you would give a MOM of a new student at A&M?My advice for a mom of a new student would be to just be there for your Aggie, listen and encourage as needed.  Most important is to remember they are adults now and need to learn to make their own decisions.    

Upcoming Events
Thursday, March 9
6:30p Aggie Moms Connecting: Dinner at Sixty Vines
Monday, March 13
Spring Break
Tuesday, March 14
Spring Break
Wednesday, March 15
Spring Break
Thursday, March 16
Spring Break
Friday, March 17
Spring Break
University Closed
Monday, March 20
6:30p CCAM Monthly Meeting
6:30p Kendra Scott Fundraiser
Saturday, March 25
11:15a The Big Event
1:40p Aggie Moms Connecting: Lunch after Big Event
Wednesday, April 5
1:30p Aggie Moms Connecting: Springtime Brunch
Friday, April 7
Reading Day - No Classes
Tuesday, April 11
6:30p Aggie Moms Connecting: Gloria’s Dinner
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