THE DELTA KAPPA GAMMA SOCIETY INTERNATIONAL
TEXAS STATE ORGANIZATION EPSILON KAPPA CHAPTER #130 AUSTIN, TEXAS AREA 7 Organized in Austin, Texas on October 25, 1958 By Dr. Cora M. Martin and Mrs. Lalla M. Odom, Founders Women Educators … inspire and be inspired
Winter 2019 Lone Star News
The Winter 2019 Lone Star News (digital copy) is available now for your convenience. Among other things, it includes the registration form for the McAllen Convention, a registration link for the Embassy Suites and the convention Schedule at a Glance. To page through the issue, use the arrows that can be found on the far right and left of your screen. Other tools are at the bottom right of the screen. Winter 2019 Lone Star News In Memory of Sandy Whitney,
Past State President 1995-1997 
Sandy Whitney, dynamic and dedicated DKGTexas leader, passed away peacefully on December 9, 2019 in El Paso. She was a member of Mu Kappa chapter in Area 15. In addition to serving and leading DKG in Texas for many years, she was also a leader on the International level and a recipient of the International Achievement Award.
Please read more about this truly inspirational woman on the DKGTexas.org home page. DKG Collegial Exchange
The Delta Kappa Collegial Exchange was mailed out to members this last week. An official publication of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International, it promotes professional and personal growth of members through publication of their writings. Publications focus on research-based and documented works—applied and data-based research, position papers, program descriptions, reviews of literature, and other articles on announced themes or other topics of interests to educators.
Online version: http://magazine.dkg.org/2019/86-2/ |
News and HighlightsFebruary Meeting
Saturday, February 1st, 2020, 11:00 am Location: Saltgrass Steakhouse, 10614 Research Blvd Program: Empowering Women. Speaker: Dr. Ballard. St. Edwards’ University Dean of Education Cost is $15 per person Deadline for payment is January 27, 2019 Send check for $15 payable to Epsilon Kappa: Marcia Kirkland 12314 W Cow Path Austin, TX 78727 December Highlights
We had the opportunity to hear from our Supporting Early Educators (S.E.E.) mentees about how they are using the chapter donated IPads and other equipment in their classrooms.
Luisa led the group in painting on canvas board, and Marilyn brought each of us an Angel in memory of her mother. Finally, Deb Acevedo-Tamminga helped us jingle our bells in joyful celebration. 
Please read the "Member Spotlight" article in the latest newsletter about Deb A-T as she brightens our world with her love for music.
December 2019 newsletter |
Publications
Welcome to the new biennium for 2019-2021 Check out the Fall 2019 updated publications
The DKG News is available on the DKG Home page. dkg.org The online version may be viewed as a PDF or an interactive document for those with Flash.
Lone Star News is available on the homepage of the Texas State website. It contains the Arlington Convention registration form and other important information. TSO Home page. dkgtexas.org
91st State Convention in McAllen, Texas
Convention Keys newsletter has all the information you need to plan ahead for this State Convention. TSO Home page. dkgtexas.org
The Reporter News is available now! See it in the Newsletter section on this website. https://www.epsilonkappatx.com/chapter-newsletters.html
The DKG News is available on the DKG Home page. dkg.org The online version may be viewed as a PDF or an interactive document for those with Flash.
Lone Star News is available on the homepage of the Texas State website. It contains the Arlington Convention registration form and other important information. TSO Home page. dkgtexas.org
91st State Convention in McAllen, Texas
Convention Keys newsletter has all the information you need to plan ahead for this State Convention. TSO Home page. dkgtexas.org
The Reporter News is available now! See it in the Newsletter section on this website. https://www.epsilonkappatx.com/chapter-newsletters.html
Educational Opportunities
Scholarships provide educational opportunities for chapter members. Click on the button below for a quick reference to scholarships and grants timelines and due dates.
Updated Quick Guide -- January 2019
Scholarships provide educational opportunities for chapter members. Click on the button below for a quick reference to scholarships and grants timelines and due dates.
Updated Quick Guide -- January 2019
BYLAWS AND RULES COMMITTEE
Our Chapters Rules committee members recently updated our chapter rules to align with approved changes to the International Constitution and International Standing Rules. Members may view the updated 2019 Chapter Rules on our website under Our Chapter, Rules and Policies page. https://www.epsilonkappatx.com/chapter-rules-and-policies.html
Texas State Theme:
YOU are the key
Each member is important to the organization and welfare of Delta Kappa Gamma and the Texas State Organization. This important and fundamental idea is emphasized in the 2019-2021 theme: YOU are the key.
Unlock the door to cooperative strategic planning through:
Knowledge of the Societies mission, purposes, and traditions
Engagement in purposeful programs and projects to increase member involvement
Yearlong involvement in recruiting, mentoring and leading
Support from officers, mentors, and others to increase stronger members and chapters
YOU are the key
Each member is important to the organization and welfare of Delta Kappa Gamma and the Texas State Organization. This important and fundamental idea is emphasized in the 2019-2021 theme: YOU are the key.
Unlock the door to cooperative strategic planning through:
Knowledge of the Societies mission, purposes, and traditions
Engagement in purposeful programs and projects to increase member involvement
Yearlong involvement in recruiting, mentoring and leading
Support from officers, mentors, and others to increase stronger members and chapters
International Mission: Delta Kappa Gamma promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education.
International Vision: Leading Women Educators Impacting Education Worldwide
International 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
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
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. To inform the members of current economic, social, political, and educational issues so that they may participate
effectively in a world society.
International Vision: Leading Women Educators Impacting Education Worldwide
International 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
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
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. To inform the members of current economic, social, political, and educational issues so that they may participate
effectively in a world society.
International Theme: DKG–Leading Women Educators Impacting Education Worldwide.
Texas State Theme: YOU are the key
Epsilon Kappa Chapter Theme: Women Educators … inspire and be inspired
2018-2020 Chapter Goals:
Texas State Theme: YOU are the key
Epsilon Kappa Chapter Theme: Women Educators … inspire and be inspired
2018-2020 Chapter Goals:
- Membership: Build membership diversity across all types and levels of educators.
- Connecting: Connecting with our communities to strengthen our chapter, our Society and prospective members.
- Program Development: Support initiatives and programs that inspire and inform members through chapter programs and projects.
- Digital Initiatives: Continue to implement digital publications and resources; explore and create engagement on social media.
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