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Delta Kappa Gamma 101Delta Kappa Gamma 101
The SocietyThe SocietyFounding 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.
DKG HistoryDKG HistoryInternational
May 11, 1929Austin, TexasAnnie Webb Blanton12 Founders
State (ZETA)◦ April 21, 1934◦ Jackson, Mississippi
Chapter (Alpha Upsilon) 1983 Gulfport, Mississippi
Our HeritageVolume I & II & III
Seven PurposesSeven Purposes1. To unite women educators of the
world in a genuine spiritual fellowship
2. To honor women who have given or who evidence a potential for distinctive service in any field of education
PurposesPurposes
3. To advance the professional interest and position of women in education
4. To initiate, endorse, and support desirable legislation or other suitable endeavors in the interests of education and of women educators
PurposesPurposes5. To endow scholarships to aid
outstanding women educators in pursuing graduate study and to grant fellowships to non-member women educators.
6. To stimulate the personal and professional growth of members and to encourage
their participation in appropriate
programs of action
PurposesPurposes7. 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.
MembershipMembership• Is by invitation
• Represents a broad cross section of educational interests
• Qualifications• Employed in an
educational position or as a self-employed educator
• Retired from an educational position
• Live in one of 18 countries where is established
Types of Membership• Active
• Employed in educational work• Retired from educational position
• Reserve•Unable to participate in chapter activities of any chapter because of physical disability and/or geographical isolation
• Honorary•Not eligible for active membership•Notable service to education or women
Society SymbolsSociety Symbols
Red Rose
Colors: Crimson &
Gold
Society SymbolsSociety Symbols
Key Pin Golden ellipse; across
center are the Greek letters ; wreath of laurel symbolizes distinction; cup represents knowledge
Society SymbolsSociety Symbols
Coat of ArmsConsists of red shield
with band of gold; 3 Tudor roses symbolize friendship, loyalty, and helpfulness; flaming lamp and open book signify scholarship and knowledge; laurel sprays
symbolize achievement
Society StructureSociety Structure• Chapter
- Local level• District - Southern - Central - Northern• State Organization
state, province, territory, or comparable political division
Region - NW, SW, NE, SE, Europe
International - 18 countries - Headquarters in Austin,
Texas
Membership Membership ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities
Personal commitment to the Society
Active participation at all levels Attendance, program participation, acceptance of leadership responsibilities
Assistance at Chapter meetings, conferences, workshops, project activities
Payment of dues and fees Purchase of a keypin Support of the mission and
purposes
Benefits of MembershipBenefits of MembershipScholarshipsFellowshipPublicationsProfessional development
Leadership training
Leadership opportunities
International ProjectsS.E.E. – Supporting Early-Career Educators
• being available to support for phone calls and visits, • helping with lesson plans and bulletin board ideas,• offering advice on classroom management and parent-teacher relations, and • providing support in any way that is appropriate and practical.
International ProjectsSFA – Schools for Africa
•Build and rehabilitate 1,000 schools •Create schools that offer a safe and protective environment where children can learn and play; •Provide access to clean water and separate sanitation facilities for boys and girls in those schools; •Supply exercise books, pens, proper furniture and other school and sports materials; •Train 100,000 teachers to
provide children with quality education and basic life skills; •Educate children about proper hygiene and HIV prevention; this knowledge is passed on to siblings, parents, and the community at large.
PublicationsPublicationsThe Bulletin
Society Journal
News Society Periodical
State & Chapter Newsletters
Society DocumentsSociety Documents
International◦ Constitution◦ Standing Rules
State Organization◦ Bylaws◦ Standing Rules
Chapter◦ Chapter Rules
Governing DocumentsGuidance Documents• International
- Handbook• State Organization
- Policy Manuals
Get-TogethersGet-TogethersInternational
Conventions1 site, even numbered years
Regional Conferences5 sites, odd-numbered years
State Conventions1 site, odd-numbered years
Chapter Meetings 6 meetings per year
Important DatesImportant Dates
State Convention 2013Gulfport, Mississippi
April 5-6
SE Regional Conference 2013Orlando, FLJuly 10-13
International Convention 2014Indianapolis, INJuly 29-Aug 2
WebsitesWebsites
Internationalwww.dkg.org
State www.zetastatedkg.wikispaces.com
Chapter www.alphaupsilon.net
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