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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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