1. The Delta Kappa GammaSociety International Slides prepared by Goldie McClure & Jane Zornik Revised by International Membership Committee, 2005 Adapted by Karolyn Caldwell and Kitty Hutchcroft 2006 Revised by Alpha State 2008 (An Orientation Tutorial)

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. The Society was founded on May 11, 1929 in Austin, Texas. It is the result of a vision held by Dr. Annie Webb Blanton and eleven others to promote women in education and bring recognition and respect to their profession. History Lesson Our Heritage Volumes I & II

4. Seven Purposes • To unite women educators of the world in a genuine spiritual fellowship • To honor women who have given or who evidence a potential for distinctive service in any field of education • To advance the professional interest and position of women in education

5. To initiate, endorse, and support desirable legislation or other suitable endeavors in the interests of education and of women educators • To endow scholarships to aid outstanding women educators in pursuing graduate study and to grant fellowships to women educators from other countries.

6. To stimulate the personal and professional growth of members and to encourage their participation in appropriate programs of action • To inform the members of current economic, social, political, and educational issues so that they may participate effectively in a world society

7. Crest Key Crimson and Gold Red Rose Society Symbols

8. International Sisterhood The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International is composed of 77 state organizations in 16 countries: •  51 states in the United States of America , including the District of Columbia •  8 provinces in Canada •  6 states in Mexico •  4 Latin American countries •  9 European countries

9. International 16 member countries State Organizations Alpha State, Texas has 18 Areas Chapters local level *Regions Europe NE, NW, SE, and SW = Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Arizona, California, Colorado, Utah, Nevada, Hawaii, Mexico Society Structure

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

11. By invitation Represents a broad cross section of educational interests Qualifications 3 or more years of experience as professional educator Employed in educational work at time of election or retired no longer than two years Professional proficiency Contributing member of community Membership inDKG

12. Types of Membership • Active • Employed in educational work • 3+ years of experience • Reserve • Unable to participate because of • physical disability and/or • geographical location • Honorary • Not eligible for active membership • Notable service to education or women

13. The Rewards of Membership The rewards of membership bear a direct relationship to each individual’s commitment. Programs are designed to create a stimulating environment for the professional and personal growth of each member as well as to focus group attention on current educational issues and to allow formulation of alternatives and solutions. Chapters carry out their own programs and projects through this framework. Programs are further enhanced at the state and international levels through special projects and meetings.

14. Distinction of being designated a key woman educator Fellowship and collegiality Professional development Personal growth Leadership opportunities and training Benefits of Membership

15. Insurance is available as a benefit • Society website • International • State • Chapter • Scholarships and grants • International • State • Chapter

16. International Opportunities • Selected educational • projects • International Scholarship Fund • Golden Gift Fund • Eunah Temple Holden Leadership Fund • Achievement Award • Emergency Fund • Educator’s Award • World Fellowship Fund • Doctoral recognition • Educational Foundation • International Speakers • Fund

17. Publications Society Journal The Bulletin Society Periodical  News State Newsletters Lone Star News Chapter Newsletter

18. Get-Togethers • International Conventions 1 site in even-numbered years • Regional Conferences 5 sites in odd-numbered years SW Regional which includes Texas • State Conventions-required once a biennium Texas State Organization meets annually • Chapter Meetings-minimum of 4 required per year

19. Websites • International http://www.deltakappagamma.net • State http://www.alphastatetexas.org • Chapter

20. Responsibilities of Membership • Personal commitment to the Society • Support of the mission and purposes • Active participation at all levels • attendance • program participation/presentation • acceptance of leadership responsibilities • Assistance at chapter meetings, conferences, workshops, project activities • Payment of dues and fees

21. Community Service A Project adopted each biennium Mentoring new members and new educators each biennium Monitoring legislative issues concerning Texas educators

22. Helpful Protocol Reminders • This is a SOCIETY, not a sorority • The Chapter and State naming system is based on the Greek alphabet • Always write , never DKG • The twelve women who started the Society are called the Founders • Wear the key pin correctly

23. The Honor of Membership Someone noticed your work. Someone noted your standards. Someone believed in your potential. Someone sought your association. Someone sponsored your invitation. Someone honored you. Remember that someone and her friendship. Honor your membership.