A Banner Year for Guide Right: Southwestern Excellence at the 87th Grand Chapter in Phoenix

Members of the Mansfield-Cedar Hill (TX) Alumni Chapter celebrate receiving the prestigious Jay Crosby (Medium Chapter) Award at the 87th Grand Chapter Guide Right Awards in Phoenix, Arizona. Their outstanding leadership in mentoring young men through the Guide Right Program exemplifies the spirit of Kappa Alpha Psi’s commitment to achievement in every field of human endeavor.

The Mighty Southwestern Province made a resounding impact at the 87th Grand Chapter Meeting in Phoenix, Arizona, held July 1–6, 2025. In a year filled with purpose, mentorship, and measurable outcomes, Guide Right programs across the province stood tall among national peers—earning multiple prestigious awards and setting an example of what intentional mentorship and community commitment look like in action.

At the National Guide Right Awards, the Southwestern Province proudly celebrated the following standout achievements:

Award Winners from the Mighty Southwest

• Richardson-Plano Kappa League

  Winner – Social Action/Community Service Award

  Recognized nationally for their outstanding service and commitment to the community, the Richardson-Plano Kappa League continues to model the essence of civic engagement among youth leaders.

  
  

• Mansfield-Cedar Hill (TX) Alumni Chapter

  Winner – Jay Crosby (Medium Chapter) Award – Outstanding Alumni Guide Right Chapter

  This honor speaks to the chapter’s dedication to excellence, innovation, and consistency in youth mentorship across all pillars of the Guide Right Program.

  
  

• DeShamus Sallis – Mansfield-Cedar Hill (TX) Alumni Chapter

  Winner – Bert V. Wadkins (Medium Chapter) Award – Outstanding Alumni Guide Right Director

  Brother Sallis’s leadership has been nothing short of exceptional, fostering growth, confidence, and achievement among the young men under his guidance.

  
  

• Thomas St. Julien – Austin (TX) Alumni Chapter

  Winner – Bert V. Wadkins (Small Chapter) Award – Outstanding Alumni Guide Right Director

  A stalwart in youth development, Brother St. Julien’s mentorship and structure have been instrumental in shaping future leaders from Austin and beyond.

  
  

• Quilan Greer – Mansfield-Cedar Hill Kappa League

  2nd Place – National Student of the Year (9th/10th Grade Category)

  A shining example of what preparation and poise look like in young men, Quilan’s achievement reflects the effectiveness of intentional leadership development.

  
  

• Lake Charles (LA) Alumni Chapter

  2nd Place – Jay Crosby (Small Chapter) Award – Outstanding Alumni Guide Right Chapter

  Representing Louisiana with pride, Lake Charles continues to uplift and develop its youth through meaningful programs and sustained engagement.

  
  

• Daniel Conway – Frisco (TX) Kappa League

  3rd Place – National High School Student of the Year

  Daniel’s honor demonstrates the strength of the Frisco Kappa League’s emphasis on academic excellence and character development.

  
  

• Marcus Stevenson – Pearland-Manvel-Fresno (TX) Alumni Chapter

  Recognized – National Guide Right Mentor

  His influence and service as a mentor embody the very spirit of the Guide Right mission.

  
  

• Lifetime Guide Right Achievement Awardees

  Honored for their decades of consistent service and dedication to youth, the following brothers were awarded for lifetime contributions:

  
  

  • Mike Jones – Fort Worth Alumni Chapter

  • Edgar Rayford – Raysville Alumni Chapter

  • Kevin Burnett – Richardson-Plano Alumni Chapter

    
    

• Eric Gaines

  Recipient – National Guide Right Chairman’s Award

  His unwavering service and guidance on a national level have played a critical role in steering Guide Right’s continued growth and impact.

  
  

• Mike Jones – Ft. Worth (TX) Alumni Chapter

  Recipient – Boy Scouts of America/National Guide Right Award

  A trailblazer in collaboration between Kappa and national youth organizations, Brother Jones continues to bridge purpose with action.

National Leadership from the Southwestern Province

In addition to award winners, the Mighty Southwestern Province proudly held two of the ten

National Kappa League Officer seats:

• Darius Sallis – Mansfield-Cedar Hill (TX) Alumni Chapter

• Carter Jackson – Denton-Lewisville (TX) Alumni Chapter

Their presence on the national stage represents not just leadership but the future direction of Guide Right excellence, innovation, and youth-driven advocacy.

Conclusion: Guide Right Is Alive and Well in the Southwest

Daniel Conway, a member of the Frisco (TX) Kappa League, stands proudly holding his award plaque for 3rd Place National High School Student of the Year, surrounded by five adult mentors and supporters on a red carpet backdrop at the 87th Grand Chapter in Phoenix, Arizona

The 87th Grand Chapter year proved what many of us already knew—The Mighty Southwestern Province doesn't just show up, it leads.

Whether through award-winning service projects, transformative mentorship, or national-level leadership, our chapters and Kappa Leaguers are building men, shaping communities, and writing new legacies of excellence.

To every brother, mentor, parent, and young man involved—thank you. Guide Right is strong because you continue to lead with purpose.

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