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
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 and Learners…inspire, create and empower
The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International
New Address: 12710 Research Blvd. Ste.230, Austin TX 78759
www.dkg.org
Spring into Action
Apply for a grant
Dr. Phyllis Richards Endowed Leadership Fund Application (form)
The Dr. Phyllis Richards Endowed Leadership Fund was established in 2007 in
accordance with the sixth purpose of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International:
To stimulate the personal and professional growth of members and to encourage their
participation in appropriate programs of action.
The purpose of the fund is to provide financial support to Epsilon Kappa Educational
Foundation members wishing to attend Delta Kappa Gamma leadership events, such as
• TSO conventions, international conferences, and international conventions
• the TSO Leadership Seminar
• other leadership seminars as may be established by Delta Kappa Gamma
TSO State Scholarships
· 3, 6, or 9-credit hours of graduate courses
· At least 9 hours for doctoral courses or enrollment for dissertation each semester for 2 semesters
· Educational travel
· Life-long Learner
· Mini-grants for non-traditional professional development such as non-DKG conferences
See the guidelines and application for each of these on the TSO website at http://www.dkgtexas.org/state-scholarships.html. Applications are due by March 1. Send to: tsoscholarshipdkg@gmail.com
Nominate
Outstanding First Year Teacher Award:
Guidelines
Nomination Form (Deadline March 1st)
Any chapter member may nominate a first-year teacher for the award using the official nomination form including the principal’s signature. Nominations must be submitted by March 1 to Cara Hamlin.
Outstanding Educator Award:
Guidelines
Nomination Form
Now is the time to think about who in the chapter is deserving of the award. Each active educator that is a member of the chapter, except for members of the current Executive Board, are eligible to be considered for the award. Nominations must be submitted by March 1 to Norma Jost.
94th TSO Convention, McAllen, TX
June 14-17, 2023
The 94th TSO Convention, June 14-17, 2023, will be in McAllen, Texas, one of the most charming cities in the Rio Grande Valley. The experience will be fruitful as members gather to renew friendships, make new friends, conduct state business, and learn and share new ideas in breakout sessions and conversations.
https://www.dkgtexas.org/2023-convention-mcallen.html
2023 International Conferences
If variety is the spice of life, then DKG members certainly have a spicy array of experiences and opportunities for professional and personal growth available at international conferences in 2023! All are
focused on a common theme — “Moving Forward with Vitality, Relevance, and Sustainability in Our Changing World” — but each conference will celebrate its special location and have its unique flavor as members gather in Detroit, Michigan; Phoenix, Arizona; and Tampere, Finland.
July 11-16, 2023 — Detroit, Michigan, The Westin Book Cadillac
July 18-22, 2023 — Phoenix, Arizona, Sheraton Wild Horse Pass
July 26-29, 2023 — Tampere, Finland, Tampere Hall
For more information go to: https://www.dkg.org/
Supporting our Chapter's Active Educators
Luisa Hernandez
The DKG Epsilon Kappa Care Packages delivered to campus members occurred by the third week of school. The personal deliveries were made to Austin, Georgetown, Lake Travis, Manor, Pflugerville, Round Rock School Districts and St. Edwards University. We showed appreciation to our members for the wonderful work they are doing with a hug or two when possible!
September Meeting - Panel
Surviving in a Post Pandemic Teaching World: Best Practices from Active Educators
Epsilon Kappa present at the Area 7 Workshop -- August 20, 2022
Epsilon Kappa at DKG International 2022 New Orleans
Highlights from the 93rd TSO Conference in Lubbock, Texas
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Lubbock Journey
The wind guided us on our Journey; The Founders propelled us with purposes. As the compass plots the way, we follow A Journey of sisterhood, learning and caring. Challenges to serve, nurture, educate and wonder Lead us to be the one who says, I’m glad you are here. We become even more as we serve others. We define hope with actions and challenges. Learning does not end with this convention. It is a Journey that is never ending. Meeting each new face, member and friend, We nurture them to grow and fulfill their goals. These few days we have shared new skills. We take home DKG ideas and ideals To educate those who could not be here To start them on a Journey of their own. Have you felt the wind and followed the compass? Let it refresh your mind and set new goals to Know the wonder and dream of the future. Celebrate the Journey with the joy of saying, Yes. Janye Brainard, Kappa Chapter TSO Poet Laureate El Paso, Texas |
Epsilon Kappa, DKG State & International dates
February 24-25, 2023 — 2023 TSO Leadership Seminar
May 6, 2023 — Founder’s Day celebrating 94 years
June 14-17, 2023 — 2023 TSO Convention McAllen
2023 International Conferences:
July 11-16, 2023 — Detroit, Michigan, The Westin Book Cadillac
July 18-22, 2023 — Phoenix, Arizona, Sheraton Wild Horse Pass
July 26-29, 2023 — Tampere, Finland, Tampere Hall
DKG Upcoming Events. (Members must sign in.)
Lone Star News
The LSN is an online edition only.
To open this interactive version, click the image to the left or the link below. Click the arrows on each side to scroll through the pages.
To download the file as a pdf, click on either link and then click on the cloud icon at the bottom of the page. A pdf will be generated; click the print or download icon in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
Lone Star News - Summer 2022
February 24-25, 2023 — 2023 TSO Leadership Seminar
May 6, 2023 — Founder’s Day celebrating 94 years
June 14-17, 2023 — 2023 TSO Convention McAllen
2023 International Conferences:
July 11-16, 2023 — Detroit, Michigan, The Westin Book Cadillac
July 18-22, 2023 — Phoenix, Arizona, Sheraton Wild Horse Pass
July 26-29, 2023 — Tampere, Finland, Tampere Hall
DKG Upcoming Events. (Members must sign in.)
Lone Star News
The LSN is an online edition only.
To open this interactive version, click the image to the left or the link below. Click the arrows on each side to scroll through the pages.
To download the file as a pdf, click on either link and then click on the cloud icon at the bottom of the page. A pdf will be generated; click the print or download icon in the upper right-hand corner of the screen.
Lone Star News - Summer 2022
Chapter Officers for 2022-2024
Please join in welcoming our 2022–2024-chapter officers and in thanking them for their willingness to serve.
President: Norma Jost
1st Vice President: Linda Holt
2nd Vice President: Eva Ornelas
Secretary: Danielle Sanders
Past President: Hilda Diaz
Nominations Committee:
Hilda Diaz, Debra Wissman, & Debbie Sansom
Epsilon Kappa Educational Foundation:
Glenda Ballard, and Gracie Esquivel
President: Norma Jost
1st Vice President: Linda Holt
2nd Vice President: Eva Ornelas
Secretary: Danielle Sanders
Past President: Hilda Diaz
Nominations Committee:
Hilda Diaz, Debra Wissman, & Debbie Sansom
Epsilon Kappa Educational Foundation:
Glenda Ballard, and Gracie Esquivel
Publications
Our Heritage Volume IV is now available on the DKG website under the Publications tab. dkg.org
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 online at https://www.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 online at https://www.dkgtexas.org/
The Reporter News is available now! See it in the Newsletter section on this website. https://www.epsilonkappatx.com/chapter-newsletters.html
DKG Collegial Exchange is 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. dkg.org
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”Breaking News” from ASTEF
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Monthly recurring donations … February Foundation Focus Month … applications for Aspiring Educator Awards — a lot is happening in the Alpha State Texas Educational Foundation!
- Eliminate the hassle of filling out forms or writing and mailing checks by setting up a recurring monthly donation to the Projects Fund. Go to the ASTEF website — www.astef.org — and click on either the Donate button or the Donate Now tab. Follow the clear directions to initiate your recurring donation. Your selected donation will be automatically charged to your Paypal account or credit card each month.
- Special activities during February will include an online auction during the week of February 21-28 and a special “Golden Ticket” fundraiser. Watch for more information in upcoming publications and on the ASTEF website.
- March 1 is the deadline for submitting applications for Aspiring Educator awards, one of the programs supported by the ASTEF Projects Fund. Applicants may be DKG collegiate members or non-member women who are pursuing a bachelor’s degree in education or Texas teacher certification. An applicant must be sponsored by a DKG member. Guidelines and application forms are available on the ASTEF website.
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.
DKG Scholarships and Grants Quick Guide - 08.22
Scholarships provide educational opportunities for chapter members. Click on the button below for a quick reference to scholarships and grants timelines and due dates.
DKG Scholarships and Grants Quick Guide - 08.22
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:
Journey: Which way will you go? Will you...
NURTURE - Develop relationships with current and new members.
SERVE - Choose a time to give to others.
EDUCATE - Promote the purposes and mission of DKG to others.
WONDER - Dream, Ask, Reflect
Journey: Which way will you go? Will you...
NURTURE - Develop relationships with current and new members.
SERVE - Choose a time to give to others.
EDUCATE - Promote the purposes and mission of DKG to others.
WONDER - Dream, Ask, Reflect
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: Journey: Which way will you go?
Epsilon Kappa Chapter Theme: Honoring the Past, Nurturing the Present, and Exploring the Future.
2022-2024 Chapter Goals:
Texas State Theme: Journey: Which way will you go?
Epsilon Kappa Chapter Theme: Honoring the Past, Nurturing the Present, and Exploring the Future.
2022-2024 Chapter Goals:
- Academics - Anything and Everything to support all Women Educational Leaders
- Technology – Current and Future technology support and enhance Teaching and Learning
- Membership & More - Making it PERSONAL through Mentoring, Nurturing, Connecting and Networking
- Wonder & Fun - Grow our Chapter as a Community of Learning for the Future
Recently Moved and looking for a DKG Chapter to join?
Membership Chair: Pam Kelly
Membership Chair: Pam Kelly
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