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Delta Kappa Gamma Society International

Area 10

May 2011

Chapter Presidents:

May has always been a special month in Delta Kappa Gamma. On May 11th, wecelebrate Founders Day. The following is taken from Our Heritage, Volume 1.

It was late afternoon of a balmy spring day-May 11, 1929-when a few friends of Dr.Annie Webb Blanton gathered at 2610 Whitis Avenue in Austin, Texas. The large two

story, red brick house with its Victorian cupolas was listed in the telephone directory as

the University Faculty Womens Club. Great oaks shaded the veranda where Dr. Blantongreeted her Austin friends and those who had come by train to help her found Kappa

Gamma Delta, later to be renamed The Delta Kappa Gamma Society. Sensitive to thedesirability for mutual appreciation and broad understanding among women educators,

Dr. Blanton had decided that the membership of each chapter should be representative

of different kinds of educational work. This unique feature of Delta Kappa Gamma wasexemplified in her choice of the founding group. Acceptances to the invitation had come

from a grade teacher, a dean of women, two high school teachers of history and one ofmathematics, three elementary school principals, college teachers of psychology,

physical education, and elementary education. Dr. Blanton herself was professor o

rural education at the University of Texas. Since women high school principals werenonexistent in Texas, the first state unit of Texas was quite representative of a cross

section of the profession. For the founder, this was a deep time of satisfaction for the

idea which had been in her mind for several years and now crystallized. Yet there were afew disappointments. Several people lacking faith in the venture, or believing that they

had no time for such an organization, or fearing the criticism of their masculineemployers, had declined her invitation. (It had been Dr. Blantons hope that there

would be fifteen founders.)

Even Dr. Blanton started out with a few setbacks. So you see, you are not the only onewho runs into difficulty when planning something for your chapter. Everything does notalways run perfect. Take a lesson from our founders and continue to strive to do goodwork for your chapter. Keep in mind our mission statement, The Delta Kappa Gamma

Society International promotes professional and personal growth of women educatorsand excellence in education.

Celebrate May! Celebrate our Founders! Celebrate your chaptersachievements! Celebrate your members achievements! Celebrate the Bells ringing!Celebrate being a Delta Kappa Gamma Woman with such a deep meaningful history!


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Tarrant County Coordinating Council Meeting

Eleven Presidents were present at the TCCC Meeting on Sunday, May 1st at the GoldenCorral in Fort Worth. TCCC Chairman Linda Ramos (Delta), TCCC Secretary Pam Turpen(Epsilon Nu) and TCCC Advisor Kathy Williams (Epsilon Lambda) did a great job inorganizing and conducting the meeting. Congratulations for a successful year!For next year the TCCC Chairman will be Annette Jones (Beta Phi), TCCC SecretaryFrankie Meeks (Epsilon Xi) and TCCC Chairman in Training Jonna Murray (EpsilonLambda). Congratulations for stepping up to another leadership position.

A note from Kathy Williams and Sandy Borden: Vespers will be at Marty Leonard Chapeon August 14, 2011. The chapel has been booked from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Make sureyou put this date on your calendar. The tentative time is TCCC Meeting at 1:00 p.mand Vespers at 2:30 p.m. More details about this event will be in future emails ornewsletters.

Gift Basket Bonanza

Connie Rensink (Theta Chi) stepped up to organize the Area 10 contribution tothe Gift Basket Bonanza at the convention in McAllen. The theme of the basket, inkeeping in line with the DKGLUV theme is (My Momma Told Me) Id Better ShopAround. She has found a basket in the shape of a shopping cart. The plans are to filthe shopping cart with gift cards. Every chapter should send their donation to ConnieFor more information you may email Connie at [email protected].

Chartering of Mu Psi

Area 10 was asked to donate roses for the chartering of Alpha States newestchapter, Mu Psi located in Tivoli. Betty Vines attended the chartering and said it

was a beautiful event and the roses were gorgeous. There were four members whotransferred to the new chapter and an initiation was held for fourteen new members.One member, currently in Japan, was initiated via Skype. The cost of the roses is$37.48. The money to pay for these roses will come from the funds left over from theArea 10 luncheon.

2011-2013 Area Coordinator

Joanne Davis, Delta Kappa Gamma Society International President-Elect, has appointedSandy Borden (Epsilon Nu) as the new Area 10 Coordinator for the next biennium. Taketime to congratulate her. She is very excited to serve Area 10. Her email [email protected]. I have told her that the Area 10 Presidents love to email, so dontbe shy.
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]


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Las Colinas 2012

Committee Co-Chairman Eileen Pink has informed the members of the progress of theSteering Committee organizing the 83rd Alpha State Convention in Las Colinas. Thevideo invitation has been started and we should see the end results by the first of June.This video will be presented Saturday morning at the convention near the end of thebusiness meeting. This video will eventually be available to all members to show atchapter meetings. If you have a talent or a desire to serve on a particular committee,please let Eileen know. The Steering Committee will be contacting members in Area 10and 16 for assistance.

Executive Board Ballot

You recently received via email or regular mail an Executive Board Ballot. The ballotneeds to be returned by May 16th. There are four recommendations on the ballot youneed to either approve or not approve. Please read each carefully and cast your vote.The results will be given at the convention in McAllen.

McAllen Updates

Things not to forget about: Treasure Baskets, Annie Display Boards, LSCP Training,Presidents Walk, and Business Meeting. At the Saturday morning business meeting,Areas 10 and 16 will present the invitation to the 83 rd Alpha State Convention in LasColinas. You wont want miss that. Remember if you need something transported toMcAllen please let me know. There are quite a few members driving to McAllen and theywould be happy to transport items for you and your chapter.

As of this newsletter the following chapter presidents will be attending the convention:Shelly Samuels, Annette Jones, Kathryn Heinrichs, Pam Turpin, Teresa ThompsonConnie Rensink, Cindy Drumm, Rayedeene Watson, Carolyn Waller, and Suzan Watson.

Denver

To quote John Denver But the Colorado rocky mountain high, I've seen it rainin' fire inthe sky. The shadow from the starlight is softer than a lullaby. Rocky mountain high,Colorado. What could be nicer than to spend a few days in the cool weather with a

beautiful mountain back drop attending the Southwest Regional Convention in Denver?So far, I know that Betty Vines, Nancy Newton, Cindy Drumm, and I are planning onattending the convention, June 29 July 2. Its not too late to register.


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On Saturday. May 7th I had the pleasure of attending the Collin County CoordinatingCouncil Luncheon, in McKinney, along with Nancy Newton, Betty Vines, and MaryHowington. The theme of the luncheon was The Power of Bee-ing. The following songwas written and sung by the The Energizer Bees.

Im a Bee-ing of Distinction(to the tune of If Youre Happy and You Know it.)

Im a bee-ing of distinction, yes I am,Im a bee-ing of distinction, yes I am,

When faced with opposition, I will stand and get redemption.Im a bee-ing of distinction, yes I am.

Im a person of connection, yes I am,Im a person of connection, yes I am,

I reach out to every nation, thats not all my occupation.Im a person of connection, yes I am.

Im a bee-ing of acceptance, yes I am,Im a bee-ing of acceptance, yes I am,

I ask to do their part, as we spread love from the start,Im a bee-ing of acceptance, yes I am.

Im a teacher and I know it, yes I am,Im a teacher and I know it, yes, I am,

Im engaged and lead, energizing and inspiring,Im a teacher and I know it, yes I am.

Im a bee-ing who shapes the future, yes I am,Im a bee-ing who shapes the future, yes I am,

I touch lives and teach the mind, so I help all human kind,Im a bee-ing who shapes the future, yes I am.

Im a woman who leaves a legacy, yes I am,Im a woman who leaves a legacy, yes I am,

Through a passionate connection, I build a strong foundation,Im a woman who leaves a legacy, yes I am,

You have all heard the sound of the bell and have used the words Believe, Engage,Learn and Lead in your meetings this past year. From the meetings I have attendedand the newsletters and yearbooks I have read, I am totally impressed with yourchapter programs and projects. You are a great leader in your chapter and I know thatnext year you will continue to serve your chapter members with strength andconfidence.

Hugs,Jeanette RhyanArea 10 Coordinator


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