What is EEC?

This blog was written by a state organization EEC chair after she participated in the EEC training in Atlanta. It’s a great synopsis of some of the work of the EEC.

What is EEC?

EEC stands for Educational Excellence Committee. Most of us know that this committee recognizes excellent projects, programs and/or classroom teaching. But did you know that this committee is also responsible for promoting other aspects of DKG?

EEC is the driving force in the Schools for Africa Program. This program is DKG’s first international project and is done in collaboration with UNICEF. Our financial donations have helped in the following ways:

• Foster community participation in school management
• Build and improve classroom buildings and equipment
• Create safe and protective environments where children can learn and play (CFS, Child-Friendly School programs)
• Provide access to clean water and separate sanitation facilities for boys and girls in schools
• Supply exercise books, pens, proper furniture and other school and sports materials
• Train 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
• Provide other interventions, including but not limited to health check-ups, immunization and scholarships
• Insure a stimulating start in life to children below age five

Another aspect of the EEC is promoting the work of the UN/CTAUN. This committee needs to communicate the resources available through the website associated with this. There are FREE lesson plans available!!

EEC also promotes the Arts. This doesn’t have to be formal submissions to international – but recognizing and promoting any artistic endeavor of your members. Do you have a crafter? Someone who sews? A knitter?

EEC encourages members to support early career educators through the Support for Early Career Educators Program (SEE) and also promotes programs which have a global focus.

Last but not least – EEC is the forum for keeping members up to date on legislative topics – both local and national – that affect women, children and especially teachers.

EEC is an all-encompassing committee – and requires a lot of COMMUNICATION. Check out the international website – there is a plethora of information that can be communicated to your members – both active and retired!!