March 2014

As many may not know, our founder, Dr. Annie Webb Blanton in buried in Oakwood Cemetery in Austin, Texas.  Burials began in this cemetery in 1839 and it is the oldest of five city owned cemeteries. A non-profit organization called Save Austin's Cemeteries was founded in 2004 to preserve historic cemeteries in Austin through documentation and education, and to promote historical cemeteries of Austin as local and state cultural resources. I had heard recently about an exciting project this organization was spearheading.
After a recent committee meeting, I brought two of our members over to the gravesite of Dr. Blanton.  It was so exciting to see that next to her grave was a stand with a picture of her and a QR code.  When I scanned the QR code her picture came up as well as some history of her accomplishments.  It was very exciting to see that Delta Kappa Gamma was mentioned in the brief story.  It is amazing where technology can take us!!!

February 2014

                                                                    Let's Celebrate!!!!

Congratulations to all the U.S. state organization treasurers for seeing that the IRS Form 990 was filed for the 2012-2013 fiscal year! We have received verification from 100% of our U.S.state organization treasurers  Hats off to the treasurers for staying on top of this legal obiligation for our organization!!!

January 2014

Have you set some 2014 goals for yourself? Will you be successful?  One of the goals that I had set for myself in 2013 was to learn how to do a Prezi.  Do you know what that is?  Many of us have used various types of formats for presentations.  I often use power point when making a presentation.  Well, this is another tool that can be used.  I decided to try it and prepare a Prezi for some of the 2013 regional conferences.  It was called "Let Your DKG Pride Shine Forth In Your Community." This creative tool allowed me to present the material in a vibrant, moving format right from my iPad. The workshops were filled with eager members who had never seen this type of presentation. It was a very exciting and beneficial topic that was enhanced by use of a Prezi.  I encourage you all to try it. Let me know how it goes!

December 2013

With the end of the year approaching and the holiday season of giving, have you thought about making a donation to one of the Society funds?

Think about one of the following funds:

Educators Award Fund
makes annual award for a book written by 1-2 women

Eunah Temple Holden Leadership Fund
funds training of chapter, state organization and international leaders

Emergency Fund
assists members who sustain major losses due to natural disasters



Golden Gift Fund
provides leadership/management seminar

International Speakers Fund
sends DKG speakers to other countries to present programs and share cultures

Loretta Halek Memorial Fund
supports program resources

Scholarship Fund
funds members' graduate study

World Fellowship Fund
funds non-member women who are not citizens of Canada or the USA to study at universities in Canada or the USA

On the Society website www.dkg.org , complete Form 43 and send in your donation.  Remember we are leading women educators impacting education worldwide.  We continue to touch the lives of many.

Keep in mind that contributions to these funds are tax-deducatible to the fullest extend of the law in the USA and in some other countries.

December 2013

Have you been asked to produce an insurance waiver for one or two million dollars of coverage in order to have a meeting at a specific school or location? Many chapters have inquired about general liability insurance.  This type of insurance protects the chapter and the members from law suits, if someone is injured at an event where the chapter or individuls are help responsible.  Events can include general meetings, dinners, service projects, and more. The Society does not have this type of insurance to cover all state organizations and chapters, but we do have a partnership with Association Insurance Management, Inc. (AIM).  AIM will offer you competively priced group rates. Check out their website to see if this would be a good option for your to consider.
https://www.aim-companies.com/public/groups/group/index.html?cd=dkg

2013 Southeast Regional Regional Conference

There is a new twist to the info fairs at each of the DKG Regional Conferences this year. Make sure you visit the info fairs. The experience will be innovative, exciting and informational. The SE representative on the International Scholarship Committee was very creative following the "Special Effects" theme of the conference.

DKG New York State Organization Convention

The light in the electric tower in Buffalo, New York was shinning bright for Delta Kappa Gamma at the New York State Convention April 19-21, 2013.  Approximately 175 educators gathered to celebrate and share professional and personal growth knowledge and opportunities. The state organization awarded $10,000 to chapters in support of projects at the local level.  Three $1,000 scholarships were awarded to three members with one to five years experience.  This money will support their attendance at the 2013 Regional Conference in Portland, Maine. Hats off to the members in New York!  They are truly another example of our key women educators impacting education worldwide.