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Delta Kappa Gamma 101

Delta Kappa Gamma 101. Slides prepared by: Goldie McClure & Jane Zornik Idaho. The Society. Founding Premise:

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Delta Kappa Gamma 101

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  1. Delta Kappa Gamma 101 Slides prepared by: Goldie McClure & Jane Zornik Idaho

  2. The Society Founding Premise: The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International was founded to bring together qualified women educators serving in a broad spectrum of educational fields to pursue professional projects. Mission Statement: The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education.

  3. International May 11, 1929 Austin, Texas Annie Webb Blanton 12 Founders State When? Where? History Lesson • Our Heritage • Volume I & II • Volume III (being • developed)

  4. Seven Purposes • To unite women educators of the world in a genuine spiritual fellowship • To honor women who have given or who evidence a potential for distinctive service in any field of education

  5. Purposes • To advance the professional interest and position of women in education • To initiate, endorse, and support desirable legislation or other suitable endeavors in the interests of education and of women educators

  6. Purposes • To endow scholarships to aid outstanding women educators in pursuing graduate study and to grant fellowships to women educators form other countries. • To stimulate the personal and professional growth of members and to encourage their participation in appropriate programs of action

  7. Purposes • To inform the members of current economic, social, political, and educational issues so that they may participate effectively in a world society The activities of each level of the Society implement the Purposes of the Society.

  8. Is by invitation only Represents a broad cross section of educational interests Qualifications Professional preparation 3 or more years of experience as professional educator Employed in educational work at time of election Professional proficiency Contributing member of community Membership

  9. Types of Membership • Active • Employed in Educational work • 3+ years of experience • Reserve • Unable to participate--physical disability • and/or geographical location • Honorary • Not eligible for active membership • Notable service to education or women

  10. Membership Responsibilities • Personal commitment to the Society • Active participation at all levels • Attendance, program participation, acceptance of leadership responsibilities • Assistance at • Chapter meetings, conferences, workshops • Payment of dues and fees • Purchase of a keypin • Support of the mission and purposes

  11. Scholarships Fellowship Publications Professional development Leadership training Leadership opportunities Travel Benefits of Membership

  12. Chapter Beta Kappa State Organization Pi State North Central Area Council Region NW, SW, NE, SE, Europe International 14 member countries Headquarters in Austin, Texas Society Structure

  13. International Opportunities • Selected educational projects • International Scholarship Fund • Golden Gift Fund • Eunah Temple Holden Leadership Fund • International Speakers Fund • Emergency Fund • Achievement Award • Educator’s Award • World Fellowship Fund • Grants-in-Aid • Educational Foundation

  14. Crest Key Crimson and Gold Red Rose Wreath of Laurel Cup Lamp Open Book Ellipse Society Symbols

  15. Publications • The Bulletin Society Journal •  News Society Periodical • State & Chapter Newsletters

  16. International Constitution Standing Rules State Organization Bylaws Standing Rules Chapter Standing Rules Society Documents Governing Documents Guidance Documents • International • - Handbook • State Organization • - Policy Manuals

  17. Websites • International • www.deltakappagamma.org • State • http://deltakappagamma.org/NY/ • Chapter • http://deltakappagamma.org/NY-betakappa/

  18. New Member Information Kit andHelpful Hints • Wearing your keypin correctly • It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s a SOCIETY! • Using , not DKG

  19. It’s All Greek to Me • Chapter and State naming system • Greek alphabet • Getting the computer to type  Π Ψ Σ Φ Θ Κ

  20. Get-Togethers • International Conventions • 1 site, even numbered years • Regional Conferences • 5 sites, odd-numbered years • State Conventions • required once a biennium • Chapter Meetings • required minimum of 4 meetings per year

  21. Important Dates • International Convention 2004 • Minneapolis, Minnesota • July 27-31 • Regional Conference 2005 -Cleveland, Ohio - August 3-6 • International Convention 2006 • San Diego, California • July 18-22

  22. ??? Questions ??? • State Membership Committee • International Membership Committee • Orientation Guide

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