Delta Kappa Gamma 101

1. Delta Kappa Gamma 101

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. DKG History International May 11, 1929 Austin, Texas Annie Webb Blanton 12 Founders State (ZETA) • April 21, 1934 • Jackson, Mississippi Chapter (Alpha Upsilon) 1983 Gulfport, Mississippi Our Heritage Volume I & II & III

4. Seven Purposes 1. 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

5. Purposes 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

6. Purposes 5. 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

7. Purposes 7. 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. Membership • 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 DKG is established

9. 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

10. Society Symbols • Crest • Key • Crimson and Gold • Red Rose • Wreath of Laurel • Cup • Lamp • Open Book • Ellipse Red Rose Colors: Crimson&Gold

11. Society Symbols • Crest • Key • Crimson and Gold • Red Rose • Wreath of Laurel Key Pin Golden ellipse; across center are the Greek letters ; wreath of laurel symbolizes distinction; cup represents knowledge

12. Society Symbols Coat of Arms Consists 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 • Crest • Key • Crimson and Gold • Red Rose • Wreath of Laurel • Cup • Lamp • Open Book • Ellipse

13. Society 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

14. 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, project activities • Payment of dues and fees • Purchase of a keypin • Support of the mission and purposes

15. Benefits of Membership • Scholarships • Fellowship • Publications • Professional development • Leadership training • Leadership opportunities

16. International Projects S.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.

17. International Projects SFA – 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.

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

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

20. Get-Togethers International Conventions 1 site, even numbered years Regional Conferences 5 sites, odd-numbered years State Conventions 1 site, odd-numbered years Chapter Meetings 6 meetings per year

21. Important Dates State Convention 2013 Gulfport, Mississippi April 5-6 SE Regional Conference 2013 Orlando, FL July 10-13 International Convention 2014 Indianapolis, IN July 29-Aug 2

22. Websites International www.dkg.org State www.zetastatedkg.wikispaces.com Chapter www.alphaupsilon.net

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