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</p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span face=""Calibri",sans-serif" style="color: black; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"></span></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE_GpHDun7gz2mt4PkTCtAD8G919B5wN5Eu4Dxl1tcT2rX94JNpxHR_dE3kF5ZUZeb3KLuOoMGV-bd0tq2YBmZQ3Uh-ft5bu0aLh-iU5CbjCkhBKK7SY412JananR9DWeKnOfkB3Y2Ux8-y5Sp_zXlKEg2hyuQiv9Lj-DikCvA4Hc5TkDwUCrzQkqVP_U/s4764/AdobeStock_papers.jpg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3112" data-original-width="4764" height="261" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgE_GpHDun7gz2mt4PkTCtAD8G919B5wN5Eu4Dxl1tcT2rX94JNpxHR_dE3kF5ZUZeb3KLuOoMGV-bd0tq2YBmZQ3Uh-ft5bu0aLh-iU5CbjCkhBKK7SY412JananR9DWeKnOfkB3Y2Ux8-y5Sp_zXlKEg2hyuQiv9Lj-DikCvA4Hc5TkDwUCrzQkqVP_U/w400-h261/AdobeStock_papers.jpg" width="400" /></a></b></div><p></p><p style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: times;"><b><span face=""Calibri", sans-serif">Blog #2 </span></b><span face=""Calibri", sans-serif">- This biennium members
will be asked to vote on proposed amendments in three categories. The 94
proposed amendments are grouped in three categories following the sequence of
the International Bylaws. <b>Category I</b> consists of 15 proposals which will
be considered with one vote. This one vote of a group of proposed amendments is
referred to as “Consent Agenda”. If approved <b>Category I</b> proposed
amendments will be moved to GAPP: Guidelines and Policies/Procedures. <b> Category
II</b> has 46 proposals. Grouping of proposed amendments in Category<b>
II</b> are due to the number of related proposals for a specific Article or </span><span face=""Calibri",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">International Standing Rule. <b>Categories
I</b> and <b>II</b> contain a total of 61 proposals, all Consent. Of course,
any item a member wishes to discuss can be pulled for debate where it will be
considered along with an appropriate group from Category III. </span></span></p>
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open to debate. A snapshot of each proposed
amendment can be found in the “Summary”. The Summary serves as a quick
reference guide for members to use in locating information specific to a
proposed amendment. Look out for Blog #3 for more information on how a proposed
amendment arrives at the Convention floor.</span></span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-34508638941017834942024-03-11T13:00:00.000-07:002024-03-11T13:00:00.263-07:00Your Knowledge of the Proposed Amendments for 2024<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeFCEntyghu0PhqLFSmaUKLKGzp7KV9MNsB8rjXmIqmaMjZSiQkDz32q3w9m2ZZejgiHC68974rE-W8fWZV6Q06EQE07l9_p04NZHlotlmbg6HkOpBIJ_GCZmp1pt0u2ZUXtH-RYyN-phWK-rv9anhJzNQ7mEkSfkm_8JGAJ73tu2OCxR6yc-jWiTOGZw/s6000/AdobeStock_amendment.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6000" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeFCEntyghu0PhqLFSmaUKLKGzp7KV9MNsB8rjXmIqmaMjZSiQkDz32q3w9m2ZZejgiHC68974rE-W8fWZV6Q06EQE07l9_p04NZHlotlmbg6HkOpBIJ_GCZmp1pt0u2ZUXtH-RYyN-phWK-rv9anhJzNQ7mEkSfkm_8JGAJ73tu2OCxR6yc-jWiTOGZw/w400-h266/AdobeStock_amendment.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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<p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">Blog #1</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri",sans-serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"> - Convention 2024 of The
Delta Kappa Gamma Society International is quickly approaching and members have
a multitude of items to check off of a travel list in preparation. Some
of those items include registering for the convention, hotels reservations and
deciding what to bring to the great state of Maryland as DKG gathers in
National Harbor. One item that should not be left behind is “your
knowledge of the proposed amendments for 2024” which can be found in the
March/April 2024 <i>DKG News</i>. The amendments will consume a major portion
of the general sessions in which members have the opportunity to hear from the
authors, Administrative Board and members of the<i> Constitution</i> Committee. Look out for the upcoming Blog #2 for more information on the grouping of the 94 proposed
amendments.</span><span style="color: black; font-family: "Times New Roman",serif; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"></span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-5846966504812839722024-03-07T08:15:00.000-08:002024-03-07T08:15:00.136-08:00Do Chapters Need to Vote to Approve New Members?<p style="color: black; text-align: left;"></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4E2_WQbvFWWtTn8baXUg4oM8GihGseS81ItI_ppIReFfHmXulMZQYNgvPjHq87ITzjnM7oVQjDVJcoX1qNsjX9sbmgyMoIFAEk0vKi_yuGIuAuOt4B2kdTunMB4AyINj4gPWURd-cqG6Z74fVywzLvoLQ3pSGvH9ouRhozafAE7WF3AEDCA_7vLrnFwo/s1500/AdobeStock_women-welcome.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1057" data-original-width="1500" height="281" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4E2_WQbvFWWtTn8baXUg4oM8GihGseS81ItI_ppIReFfHmXulMZQYNgvPjHq87ITzjnM7oVQjDVJcoX1qNsjX9sbmgyMoIFAEk0vKi_yuGIuAuOt4B2kdTunMB4AyINj4gPWURd-cqG6Z74fVywzLvoLQ3pSGvH9ouRhozafAE7WF3AEDCA_7vLrnFwo/w400-h281/AdobeStock_women-welcome.png" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">The
International Membership and Expansion Committee continues to be asked this
question.</span><p></p>
<p><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">Once
upon a time in DKG, a vote was required to accept new members into the
Society.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>However, this requirement was
dropped several years ago and DKG <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">DOES
NOT </b>require voting on new members.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">While
DKG has dropped the voting requirement the DKG Constitution states under
Article III Membership Section C Election, “A candidate for active or
collegiate membership shall be selected by the method established by the
chapter’s rules.”</span></p>
<p><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">What if our chapter rules still
say we need to vote members in?</span></p>
<p><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">Many chapters are changing
their chapter rules to eliminate voting on members.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If your chapter rules say that a vote is
needed here are some suggestions of ways that a vote can be taken without
making the new members feel uncomfortable:</span></p>
<p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><p><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">When
your chapter is discussing membership and brainstorming who to invite, make a
motion to extend the offer of membership to all prospective members listed by
chapter members who accept the invitation to membership.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">If
a vote needs to be taken, vote electronically so the vote is not taken in front
of the new members.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Then invite these
members to an orientation.</span></p></li><li><p><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">If
someone attends your meeting and asks to join and writes out a check, figure
out a way for them to join right now.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">(Under Article III Membership Section
A Membership, the DKG Constitution states, “An individual becomes a member of
the Society when she pays her dues.”)</span><span style="color: black;"></span></span></p></li></ul><p style="text-align: left;">
</p><p class="MsoListParagraph"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">What not to do:</span></p>
<p></p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">Some
chapters used to have prospective members in attendance leave the room so they
could talk about the members and take a vote.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>This made the new members feel uncomfortable.</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">Even
if slips of paper are passed out for voting, it makes the new members feel
uncomfortable if they are present during the voting.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></li></ul><p></p><p style="color: black; text-align: left;">
</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">What about
members transferring from other state organizations or other chapters within
your state organization that are unknown to the members of your chapter?</span></p>
<p><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">The DKG Constitution Article
III Membership Section D Transfer states,<span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;"> “A member in good standing may transfer from one chapter to another
upon notification to Society Headquarters.” </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>No vote is needed when a member transfers from
one chapter to another chapter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>They are
welcomed enthusiastically into the new chapter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">What about former members
requesting to be reinstated into membership?</span></p>
<p><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">The DKG Constitution Article
III Membership Section F Reinstatement says, “A former member shall be
reinstated to membership by the chapter receiving the request.” A vote is not needed
to reinstate a former member into her previous chapter or a new chapter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: black; font-family: verdana;">Remember,
members who recommend prospective members know the people they are recommending
so if someone is recommended by a member, they should be encouraged to attend
the orientation and join the Society.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="color: black; mso-themecolor: text1;">We should all work to make the Society
as welcoming as possible.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span>Being open and receptive to those who want to
join should be a priority for everyone.</span><span style="color: #7030a0;"></span></span></p>
<p></p>DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-51073177232924807532024-02-27T11:30:00.000-08:002024-02-27T11:30:00.128-08:00Mentoring an In-coming Chapter President <p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjue5qhh8HC7v45bu7LScZshXOzoLpF0IzlqpoM2w-SxT6UCN_V4jXnw6jIKKeV0eRpO3ao9eO9DtXbQMzfmMwZdYJiltG432j7nJsb4g1c7kjd1J61rkQ6Zu7UqtoA9kKGcc3QGz6_THuYmbYVXj_YyKX3nPL_XBcLh6lHcropxCgHv-rwYHa119C-gc4/s6016/AdobeStock_137423892.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4016" data-original-width="6016" height="268" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjue5qhh8HC7v45bu7LScZshXOzoLpF0IzlqpoM2w-SxT6UCN_V4jXnw6jIKKeV0eRpO3ao9eO9DtXbQMzfmMwZdYJiltG432j7nJsb4g1c7kjd1J61rkQ6Zu7UqtoA9kKGcc3QGz6_THuYmbYVXj_YyKX3nPL_XBcLh6lHcropxCgHv-rwYHa119C-gc4/w400-h268/AdobeStock_137423892.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">It’s the time of year that
chapters are selecting new leaders for the next biennium.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Unfortunately, this task is harder and
harder.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Members are reluctant to step
into the roles of chapter officers, especially that of president.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div><p></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">What if the in-coming
president is assured of assistance in the form of a mentor?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With a mentor to provide guidance, reluctance
may take a back seat.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">The logical mentor may be
the immediate past chapter president, but that does not always have to be the
case.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Any of the past chapter presidents
can fill that role.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Past chapter
presidents have experience and insights necessary to share with the new
president.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">With prior planning, the
chapter can ensure that this transition is smooth and less stressful.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>An arrangement can already be in place that
guarantees mentorship of a new chapter president.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Many resources are available for chapter
presidents, and those can be daunting at first glance.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A mentor can take the time to study those
with an in-coming chapter president and offer advice.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Among those resources are the International
Constitution and International Standing Rules, The Handbook of The DKG Society
International, and a Leadership Calendar, all of which are found on the <a href="http://www.dkg.org" target="_blank">DKG website</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Additionally, chapter rules
need to be examined.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">The relationship between
the mentor and in-coming chapter president needs to be on-going and intentional.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For success to occur, time needs to be<span style="color: red;"> </span>allocated and devoted to the needs identified through
each meeting.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These meetings can occur
in a variety of settings and manners.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Face-to-face, while often the most desired, can also occur via a virtual
platform such as Zoom, Facetime or Google Meet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Scheduled check-ins could include emails, texts, or phone calls.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The chapter president should also feel comfortable
contacting her mentor at any time with questions.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">The importance of working as
a team is fostered with the mentor and in-coming chapter president
relationship.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The in-coming leadership
team can also be included in some of the beginning meetings that set the stage
for the new biennium.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">As a mentor, past chapter
presidents provide the following skills to an in-coming chapter president and
her leadership team.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">-<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Exhibit
characteristics of a positive role model.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">-<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Provide guidance
as well as constructive feedback.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">-<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Build mutual
respect and trust.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">-<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Share skills,
knowledge, and expertise.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing" style="margin-left: .5in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">-<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Demonstrate
commitment.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">In turn, the in-coming
leadership team can develop and expand their leadership skills for their own
benefit and that of their chapter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Now is the time to look at
your chapter and what is in place to nurture and support your in-coming chapter
leaders, and most especially your chapter president.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you do not have a mentor program in place,
consider developing a plan now.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This may
be the answer to the reluctance of members to take on leadership roles.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Soon we will be offering
congratulations to our new chapter officers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>Success is only a plan away.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-44131869734427056142024-02-21T14:00:00.000-08:002024-02-21T14:00:00.133-08:00International Speakers Fund: Creating Friendships Across Borders<p style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyWp5xDd3H9boezF6Cln7aw9NEqGafHZ3uoNWsbWtJSGluCeqswpGYalUbeSPS4tFl04OJqyvmWvOqo5TxIR-qOLYOZnCjqVfEmrRyWs3RiMqUKGpyN8JutdZ2CTZ3YJHoIzveuO6duY4ZnmH15c0p9UhPobhmo_R1PpaBYDZJLR1kKqtUT5qHyCSKkPw/s5251/AdobeStock_285723449b.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3840" data-original-width="5251" height="293" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyWp5xDd3H9boezF6Cln7aw9NEqGafHZ3uoNWsbWtJSGluCeqswpGYalUbeSPS4tFl04OJqyvmWvOqo5TxIR-qOLYOZnCjqVfEmrRyWs3RiMqUKGpyN8JutdZ2CTZ3YJHoIzveuO6duY4ZnmH15c0p9UhPobhmo_R1PpaBYDZJLR1kKqtUT5qHyCSKkPw/w400-h293/AdobeStock_285723449b.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div>Delta Kappa Gamma is an
international organization with members in 17 countries. How can you make
connections with DKG members from other countries? The DKGIEF International
Speakers Fund (ISF) provides virtual or in-person speakers for state
organization conventions, conferences, or meetings.<p></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Hosting an ISF speaker
allows members to meet an international member face-to-face. Members can
participate in discussions about another country's culture, customs, and
educational systems. They learn from the speaker's perspective about global
issues and leadership while fostering diversity and collaboration within the
Society. ISF speakers provide members with new learning opportunities to share
with others, fulfilling the Society's mission to unite women educators
worldwide.</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">State organizations may
request an ISF speaker by May 1 and November 1 annually by emailing a request
for an ISF Speaker form to Society Headquarters by May 1 or November 1. The ISF
Committee will assign speakers to state organizations and notify the selected
speakers. </span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">The DKGIEF International
Speakers Fund, one of nine funds administered by the Foundation, is supported
by member donations. Your contributions to the International Speakers Fund
cover the speakers' travel expenses to face-to-face state organization events.
Contributions can be made on the DKGIEF webpage. Go to the </span><a href="https://www.dkg.org/DKGSI/DKGIEF/Funds/International_Speakers_Fund.aspx" target="_blank"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">International
Speakers Fund page</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"> or the </span><a href="https://www.dkg.org/DKGIEFDONATE/DKGIEFDONATE/Donate_to_DKG.aspx" target="_blank"><span style="color: #4a6ee0; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">DKGIEF
Donate page</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;"> for
various donation options.</span></p>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 6pt; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #0e101a; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">Hosting an ISF speaker is
an amazing opportunity for DKG members to meet a new friend and colleague while
promoting cultural understanding and building worldwide connections. </span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-62255132340549744802024-02-20T08:15:00.000-08:002024-02-20T08:30:39.585-08:00You Can Make Art Out of What??<h4 style="text-align: left;"><b style="font-family: verdana;"><span lang="EN" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Heidi
Ragsdale-Colorado</span></b></h4><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">After
visiting local art galleries over the past few months, it is inspiring to see
how creative artists craft their creations. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Here
are some of the materials used by local artists. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Project
#1</span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiORXqF9BbQQAHs6YuCVCwgldgl5y5UsImTzDEP0P2ArxnDaMQpW5rAceF3PAS9O5AHDknTfqBiJScxEeT2qaKV8I9UZwanAsbAjTXYIFCxfbSnuBv4KpmLlSYnW1_TmPOvvXlR2IXKV4KWHLmObWfdrDyFC9XYNQKT55uBakzdzV4B12ws7mXwL_quGzw/s1000/art.png" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiORXqF9BbQQAHs6YuCVCwgldgl5y5UsImTzDEP0P2ArxnDaMQpW5rAceF3PAS9O5AHDknTfqBiJScxEeT2qaKV8I9UZwanAsbAjTXYIFCxfbSnuBv4KpmLlSYnW1_TmPOvvXlR2IXKV4KWHLmObWfdrDyFC9XYNQKT55uBakzdzV4B12ws7mXwL_quGzw/w400-h400/art.png" width="400" /></a></div><p></p>
<ol start="1" style="margin-top: 0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Aluminum Foil</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Fishing Line</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Green Glitter, 2 brown buttons
and white paint</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Cardboard pieces. </span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Some sort of adhesive. </span></li></ol>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Project
#2</span></p>
<ol start="1" style="margin-top: 0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">An old rusty license plate,
folded in half</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">A small rubber duck sliced on
the bottom</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">A child’s favorite poem</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Some silver paint </span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Two small dog stickers. </span></li></ol>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Project
#3</span></p>
<ol start="1" style="margin-top: 0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Wooden chair cut in half
vertically</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Faded green clothes-line weaved
through the back slats of the half chair</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Blue paint</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Glue gun and glue stick</span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">An old paint stick with various
colors </span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l2 level1 lfo1;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">3 small painted terra cotta
vases</span></li></ol>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">And
what did each of these artists make? </span></p>
<ol start="1" style="margin-top: 0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A glittery fish hanging from the fish
line installation connecting to the ceiling. </span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">A book rack for a child’s
favorite flip book collection </span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list: l1 level1 lfo4;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">A plant stand for one’s
porch.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></li></ol><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">What
did all these projects have in common?. . . . Reusable items and artistic
creativity and innovation. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">At
times when chatting with others we may hear, “But I am not an artist”, or “I am
not creative,” when somehow that person really is intrigued by art.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When one is visually enthralled by viewing
local or regional art, there’s a little moment of, “Ooooo, I could create
something like that!!”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These types of
art pieces inspire others from within. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Three-dimensional
art supplies can be found right in your own home.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Perhaps look for adhesives in your utility
drawer; find materials in your recycle bin; take apart an old shirt and turn it
into your new shopping bag and add a painted rose; find old magazines and build
a collage that brings joy to you and others. Write a poem about your art, snap
a photo or design a complimentary piece to enhance your art. The creativity of
the arts and humanities is limitless when one goes from: “I am not an artist”
to “I want to make something like that!”<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Click
on the link below If you are interested in submitting your two photos of your
own 3D multimedia art, or other Arts and Humanities submissions. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><span lang="EN"><a href="https://shorturl.at/bjHT2" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">https://shorturl.at/bjHT2</span></a></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Spring/Fall Art Gallery submissions are open Jan 15 - Feb 15 <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&</span> Aug 15 - Sept 15. </span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Submit your art for the 2024 International Convention Member Art Gallery <a href="https://www.dkg.org/DKGSI/Events/2024_Convention_DC/2024_International_Convention.aspx#forms" target="_blank">here</a> by April 15.</span></b><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> <br /></span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-13192092147946232842024-02-08T08:15:00.000-08:002024-02-08T08:15:00.176-08:00Empower Global Education: Join the World Fellowship Committee!<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> <span style="font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;"></span></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCf7CtrC1O8ZqaYFIdc-9A_EM-HM5Ju4DqaJSF9L-hLB2O3CAHRNPaP1cwr1xphZj3pO2ISEa9B0Itt_HSutaAOLslLSGLWzboGQqC_aRANObQq8d32a7fLOCCauqrlqKdYrU_ItukOkGNWrVsQSyXcXsFGjhk25SgwNb9d-QR3QEAfPtglU0ycQ-Yjfk/s4784/AdobeStock_307237784.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3135" data-original-width="4784" height="263" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCf7CtrC1O8ZqaYFIdc-9A_EM-HM5Ju4DqaJSF9L-hLB2O3CAHRNPaP1cwr1xphZj3pO2ISEa9B0Itt_HSutaAOLslLSGLWzboGQqC_aRANObQq8d32a7fLOCCauqrlqKdYrU_ItukOkGNWrVsQSyXcXsFGjhk25SgwNb9d-QR3QEAfPtglU0ycQ-Yjfk/w400-h263/AdobeStock_307237784.jpeg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Consider</span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">
submitting your name to serve on the World Fellowship Committee next biennium!
Become an advocate for enabling women from other countries to study in the USA
and Canada to broaden their horizons and make the world a better place.</span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Did you know that the number of awarded World
Fellowships recipients is determined by the individual and chapter giving the
year before?</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Members of The DKG International World Fellowship
Committee have an opportunity to select recipients each year. Applications are
submitted through the Fulbright Commission/ Foundations of the United States
Embassy and then submitted to International.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">One of the staff members at Headquarters has a
tremendous task of gathering all the documentation from WF applicants and then distributing
it to the five committee members. We are divided into two groups for reading
the lengthy documents and scoring them on a rubric.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you have ever served on a scholarship or
grants committee you understand the time commitment required.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">If there is a discrepancy in the scores the chair
reads and scores those applications. The applications are ranked by the
combined scores. A highlight of serving is meeting and working with other
DKG members of the committee</span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 107%;">. </span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">Members meet to
discuss the applications and determine the actual recipients. International
staff contact the recipients and Universities to make sure they are enrolled
before the list is released to our membership.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">One of the highlights has been writing articles and
blogs to encourage chapters to promote this international initiative. While
attending the International Conference in Phoenix spending time with our
committee members was great fun. I have enjoyed sending cards and emails to
welcome them to studying in the USA or Canada. One thing I have learned is a
year passes very quickly so reaching out early enables better communication
with our recipients. The committee has engaged in a Zoom meeting with available
recipients to hear firsthand the experiences they have encountered.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">As a member of the World Fellowship Committee, I
recommend chapters engage in reaching out to WF recipients with cards of
encouragement. Review the recipient list and see if they are studying in your
state and invite them to your chapter meeting. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 107%;">This year I have invited one of the recipients I have
been communicating with to my chapter virtual meeting. Think outside the box on
how your chapter can donate and encourage World Fellowship Recipients. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We encourage you to consider submitting your
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DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-36250931351990147942024-02-01T13:30:00.000-08:002024-02-01T13:30:00.144-08:00Announcing the Bursting the Bubble Campaign<p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHRncUFbfPTlHbyNv-ZKQv5MgqeRmcxn7BVTWAm72nOqXlePmjO9W2IkuWXEFmL-djW3XbA5GhDdpUvJWCDQO9a4qpLYAO2vbnK6fY2tB2biS9RhZo8a01OhejA9a6HND4t7VqivGD1VRS8lsznyfnd4NucN8AvyVnNFiOTnhJgk4CgGmOAjHhgytV3SI/s611/Capture.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="555" data-original-width="611" height="364" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHRncUFbfPTlHbyNv-ZKQv5MgqeRmcxn7BVTWAm72nOqXlePmjO9W2IkuWXEFmL-djW3XbA5GhDdpUvJWCDQO9a4qpLYAO2vbnK6fY2tB2biS9RhZo8a01OhejA9a6HND4t7VqivGD1VRS8lsznyfnd4NucN8AvyVnNFiOTnhJgk4CgGmOAjHhgytV3SI/w400-h364/Capture.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="background: white; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">What does this bubble graphic represent?</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="background: white; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Why should DKG members have a thorough
knowledge of this graphic? </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="background: white; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="background: white; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">How can this knowledge impact the future
of DKG?</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="background: white; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The ‘Bursting the Bubble’ campaign is a multi-month
marketing campaign designed to showcase opportunities through DKG. Each circle
(bubble) in the graphic represents an opportunity or benefit of membership in
the Society. The campaign will take a deep dive into each bubble and will
include multimedia resources for marketing DKG within and beyond the Society.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="background: white; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="background: white; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Watch for the first “bursting the bubble”
feature on or about March 1 and then twice a month to follow as the campaign
intentionally bursts the bubbles of opportunities through DKG.</span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-60128092172472721702024-01-31T13:00:00.000-08:002024-01-31T13:00:00.253-08:00Calling ALL US DKG Members: Get Ready to Attend the US Forum 2024 National Legislative Seminar, March 10-13th!
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Forum Steering Committee has been very busy planning an exciting and
informative seminar in Washington DC. We hope you will join us for this
unique, signature event that is only offered to DKG members every two years.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">The
National Legislative Seminar takes place at the Holiday Inn National Airport,
Crystal City, just a short distance from the sights and sounds of our nation’s
capital. You don’t want to miss this opportunity to learn from experts on the
key issues identified by DKG members, hone your advocacy skills, and discuss
solutions with members from across the country and with your congressional
representatives in the House and Senate!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">Registration
for the seminar is $340.00 and includes <b>all meals</b>. You can register and
pay online or download the registration form and pay by check. Go to </span><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="http://dkgusforum.org" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">www.dkgusforum.org</span></a></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"> to
complete your registration and find out about reserving your hotel room. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">Just a
reminder that the deadline to reserve a room at the seminar rate of $129.00 is <b>Tuesday,
February 6<sup>th</sup></b>! Don’t delay. The phone number to contact the hotel
for a reservation is listed on the Registration Form. You will also find this
number on the US Forum website, </span><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.dkgusforum.org" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">www.dkgusforum.org</span></a></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">A full
schedule of engaging speakers and activities, both at the hotel and in
Washington, DC, is being planned for you. Did you know that during the National
Legislative Seminar, you can participate in a wreath laying ceremony at
Arlington National Cemetery, learn about women and education Issues in the
upcoming legislative session, understand how the federal government is helping
to improve mental health services for all Americans, and gain a better idea of
the ways that artificial intelligence systems will impact teaching and learning
in the very near future? </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">You’ll
even get to meet some of the Senators and Representatives from your home state
during the Day on the Hill event on Tuesday, March 12<sup>th</sup>!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">Don't
miss this amazing opportunity to join with fellow DKG members to learn, grow,
and advocate for women, children, and education in our nation’s beautiful
Capitol! Register <b>now</b> at </span><span style="color: black; mso-color-alt: windowtext;"><a href="http://www.dkgusforum.org" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">www.dkgusforum.org</span></a><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">.</span></span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;"></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; text-align: left;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-font-kerning: 0pt; mso-ligatures: none;">See
you in DC in March!</span></p>DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-45711229296655663032024-01-30T14:00:00.000-08:002024-01-30T14:00:00.351-08:00Chapter-to-Chapter Exchange<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIGyMM16KrWKaxYEjyxWh5oPE3fT0r3A8MwAf6eI82TYQkF0g_L3_lVVFm9DhJakkCaiWH5M9_9urBr_arvOaVg3OW4k5OAuYcISHj3BOwycXGekX34N2Ba26bdsWwEvk10TF0ZxNAV7z3f-fY-tM_eRAeXb5nOU6fqVsKNSZ60-QtCKeZyac518DuvCQ/s3600/AdobeStock_532501980-edited.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="3600" height="223" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIGyMM16KrWKaxYEjyxWh5oPE3fT0r3A8MwAf6eI82TYQkF0g_L3_lVVFm9DhJakkCaiWH5M9_9urBr_arvOaVg3OW4k5OAuYcISHj3BOwycXGekX34N2Ba26bdsWwEvk10TF0ZxNAV7z3f-fY-tM_eRAeXb5nOU6fqVsKNSZ60-QtCKeZyac518DuvCQ/w400-h223/AdobeStock_532501980-edited.jpg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">When
DKG members attend international events, in person and online, they often meet
members from other regions or countries. Learning about DKG and educational
practices in other places is one of the advantages of being a part of the
Society. The International Issues Task Force wanted to find a way to help
chapters make these extended connections without leaving their own community. </span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">The
Chapter-to-Chapter Exchange program invites chapters to make connections with <span style="color: #141413;">fellow members in other countries or regions. Members
might share educational information from their region, how their local members
are involved in DKG, and other personal stories. Formats for exchanges can
include email, video conferences, recorded videos, Padlet, or any other
platform that works for both partners. It’s up to each chapter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Members and chapters may log onto the new </span><span lang="EN" style="color: #1e4277; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Chapter-to-Chapter
Exchange Community</span><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"> on <a href="http://www.dkg.org" target="_blank">dkg.org</a> at MyDKG > Communities >
Chapter-to-Chapter Exchange to find a partner. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Here are a couple of stories of European connections from recent
years:</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Netherlands and Norway</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 106%; margin-bottom: 8pt;"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 106%;">In June 2019, three
members of DKG Netherlands accepted Norway's invitation to attend an
anniversary meeting in Kristiansand.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 106%; margin-bottom: 8pt;"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 106%;">Janny Kisteman,
Jeannine de Jong and Marie-Antoinette Hubers were warmly welcomed by Astrid Bie
Skaaland and stayed there for four nights. They visited schools, museums and
the famous Ravnedalen park in Kristiansand. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 106%; margin-bottom: 8pt;"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 106%;">They learned a lot from
each other, and the intention was that a group of members from Norway would go
to The Netherlands in May 2020. Unfortunately, this has not taken place due to
the Corona epidemic, but new plans are being made.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Netherlands and Germany</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10pt;"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Last spring, the Epsilon chapter in The
Netherlands organized an exchange with a chapter in Germany. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10pt;"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">The German guests visited Groningen
where they had a beautiful day together. They visited the Groninger Museum,
went on top of the Forum in Groningen and had a delicious dinner together.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 10pt;"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Next year the Netherlands chapter hopes
to visit Germany!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN" style="color: #141413; font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">The International Task Force hopes that members will embrace the
Chapter-to-Chapter program and use the power of technology to enjoy DKG
fellowship with friends across the globe. </span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-72959339510446792132024-01-29T13:15:00.000-08:002024-01-29T13:15:00.244-08:00Local Nonprofits and DKG<p><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjDHIAyu1hk4E6KKylvUVBd6R1wmYa6cNRN33QrR0Z6YJSXDLJTF0HC1hHohTD7gnchxSrFPb3kT902yd3um-mN1Nx1mtCnFc5B3UXpMnUcN1ErVybLpFBUm_Jhz7VE-uEZk22g6pz2X_wai4m-Qr1FCXlWkb58VdTmQhbu3u3GSXwQ-dMrbR0XTRsw4E/s7217/AdobeStock_376461627.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4814" data-original-width="7217" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjDHIAyu1hk4E6KKylvUVBd6R1wmYa6cNRN33QrR0Z6YJSXDLJTF0HC1hHohTD7gnchxSrFPb3kT902yd3um-mN1Nx1mtCnFc5B3UXpMnUcN1ErVybLpFBUm_Jhz7VE-uEZk22g6pz2X_wai4m-Qr1FCXlWkb58VdTmQhbu3u3GSXwQ-dMrbR0XTRsw4E/w400-h266/AdobeStock_376461627.jpeg" width="400" /></a></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;"><br />In whatever region of DKG
you may live, your community relies on contributions for support of their local
nonprofits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Our chapters are very
generous in supporting those in need.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This
support can come in many forms – monetary, supplies, or time and volunteerism.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><p></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;">Monetary gifts are always
appreciated.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These gifts can then be allocated
to the areas of greatest need. Sometimes, these nonprofits specify what a
certain amount can provide for the year.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>An example would be The Food Group in our community that states a gift
of $500 feeds a child during the school year in their weekly individual food
bags.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Gift cards can also be very
helpful.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These allow the nonprofit to
pass these cards along to the recipients of their non-profit.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Two such groups are Big Brothers Big Sisters
and Habitat for Humanity.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Big Brothers
and Big Sisters encourage gift cards to local establishments such as movie
theaters, bowling alleys, and skating rinks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Habitat for Humanity families have great needs when they move into their
new homes and gift cards for groceries or home supplies are very welcome.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;">Shopping can be great fun
when you have a list of specific items requested by your local nonprofit.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>DKG chapters often focus on assisting women
and children in their areas.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Groups like
Foster Parent Exchanges, Advocacy and Resource Centers, and Child Development
Centers develop wish lists of items they can most use with their clients.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Some are seasonal like coats, mittens, and
socks.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Others include the on-going need
for hygiene products, appropriate toys, books, or games.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>A local equine assisted therapy program
listed the need for English and Western saddle covers as well as 6-foot cotton
lead ropes.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;">DKG members are regularly
found donating their time, energy, and talent to local non-profits.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Sometimes projects are a one-time event while
others carry on for an indefinite time.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Events
can include annual fund-raising opportunities by the nonprofit.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Volunteers would assist with planning, setup,
and cleanup.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Weekly or flexible time
occasions could include dog and cat aides at shelters, trail maintenance at
parks or refuges, docents at museums or galleries, or construction
volunteers.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;">What are you and your
chapter members interested in?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>What is
your favorite cause?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Your local
nonprofits are just waiting for your chapter to get going with your
support.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Monetary, supplies, or time –
any of these or all three are much appreciated.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span></span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-86371760268080886402024-01-26T13:00:00.000-08:002024-01-26T13:00:00.144-08:00Enhancing DKG Programs through the Magic of Books<div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghOz-yZVM3l4M_YpGibxBPRks4VR99_JHY4A-CzikXkoqYJC_wJJiKExJ5zkwT_wUZqNf2lsSKUNlZeUtuAYBmbIcOIYavzLHaGCtpRX_bELR8kYKVW_c71wPECXLoB6Vgp7fZUouGrJXI7o-fKAS7Sc90hmr7XYQFugszZIjqAPkiTy7Bzf5CHejRfp4/s6720/AdobeStock_304091334.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4480" data-original-width="6720" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghOz-yZVM3l4M_YpGibxBPRks4VR99_JHY4A-CzikXkoqYJC_wJJiKExJ5zkwT_wUZqNf2lsSKUNlZeUtuAYBmbIcOIYavzLHaGCtpRX_bELR8kYKVW_c71wPECXLoB6Vgp7fZUouGrJXI7o-fKAS7Sc90hmr7XYQFugszZIjqAPkiTy7Bzf5CHejRfp4/w400-h266/AdobeStock_304091334.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;">The Educators Book Award
Committee always encourages state organizations and chapters to use books to
enhance their programs. It is one way of keeping members actively involved in
DKG and a positive step to retain active members. There is a list of many
program ideas for using books during meetings. The list is available on <a href="https://www.dkg.org/DKGSI/About/Recognition/Ed_Book_Award_Winners/DKGSI/DKGIEF/Funds/Educators_Award_Fund.aspx" target="_blank">dkg.org>About>Ed
Book Award Winners>Suggestions for Using Educators Award Books.</a> </span>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;">A few examples of how state
organizations and chapters use books to enhance their programs are:</span></p>
</div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;">A state organization
held a Fall Conference that offered Personal Growth and Professional
Development workshops. One of the workshop choices was a book discussion group
that was not a Book Award recipient but a current best seller. </span></li><li>
<span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;">Two chapters held
a joint meeting that included a book discussion of an award-winner and an
exchange of used books. </span></li><li><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;">One chapter
donated an award-winning book to their local library.</span></li></ul><div>
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<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 14pt;">The Educators Book Award
Committee loves to hear from chapters about the unique ways they use the
award-winning books in their programs.</span></p>
</div>DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-72413925131738289822024-01-25T08:15:00.000-08:002024-03-27T09:41:42.232-07:00Live Art Gallery Returns with Continued Momentum<p style="text-align: left;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgziVZ-oJcWeeYfP_lQlxbma4AsZ84Ov700huv_z9Yu_f0vfOlmfv1gqmeuHfQUNYYmWPub2BNhshUWhMe28FXpNsNcbgmivlyDJF3blWQdIPCHV1ZMNrPtuYlgnlxjDWU0kl6jzR3xtuO2x9LV5LMDOcdtwiDoGei1QlmroUYhN2M7Z0wIfcLmLNgmD-I/s6777/AdobeStock_571095545.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2978" data-original-width="6777" height="282" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgziVZ-oJcWeeYfP_lQlxbma4AsZ84Ov700huv_z9Yu_f0vfOlmfv1gqmeuHfQUNYYmWPub2BNhshUWhMe28FXpNsNcbgmivlyDJF3blWQdIPCHV1ZMNrPtuYlgnlxjDWU0kl6jzR3xtuO2x9LV5LMDOcdtwiDoGei1QlmroUYhN2M7Z0wIfcLmLNgmD-I/w640-h282/AdobeStock_571095545.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 104%; margin-bottom: .5pt; margin-left: -.25pt; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 0.5pt -0.25pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;"><b><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 104%; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">Exciting Opportunity for Artists During the 2024
DKG International Convention:</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 104%; margin-bottom: 0.5pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;"><b><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 104%; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">National Harbor, Maryland </span></b><b><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 104%; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">–</span></b><b><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 104%; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"> July
9 </span></b><b><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 104%; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"></span></b><b><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 104%; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">-</span></b><b><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 104%; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"> 13, 2024</span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 104%; margin-bottom: .5pt; margin-left: -.25pt; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 0.5pt -0.25pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"> </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 104%; margin-bottom: .5pt; margin-left: -.25pt; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 0.5pt -0.25pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">Calling
all DKG creative artists to the beautiful shores of National Harbor, Maryland, for
a chance to participate in the Arts Gallery at the DKG International
Convention.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Arts and Humanities Jury
Committee is excited to announce the return of the Creative Arts Gallery at the
DKG International Convention in National Harbor, Maryland, July 9 -13, 2024.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The Art Gallery showcases our members’
talents in the visual and literary arts, photography and musical composition
and has grown in interest with our membership. This multi-faceted art exhibit
will take place during the convention and be open for viewing on select days in
the Expo area of the convention, respectively, for attendees’ enjoyment. The
Arts and Humanities Jury Committee looks forward to many of our members sharing
their variety of talents and creativity with our international audience. Please
do not miss out on this great opportunity to highlight your creative
expression, whatever that may be. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 104%; margin-bottom: .5pt; margin-left: -.25pt; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 0.5pt -0.25pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 104%; margin-bottom: .5pt; margin-left: -.25pt; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 0.5pt -0.25pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">The application process is an easy format and
follows the Art Gallery submission categories and format.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Here are details to consider as you prepare
to share your art with the gallery.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 104%; margin-left: -0.25pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 104%; margin-left: -0.25pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;"><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">Application Process: <i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">One DKG member may submit one work of art.</span></i></span></b><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"> Work submitted
must be original (not from kits), one-of-a-kind, and creative. All media, both
two-dimensional and three-dimensional, will be considered. Creative writing can
be displayed on two panels displayed side by side. This includes but is not
limited to painting, drawing, jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, photography,
quilting, embroidery, needlepoint, stained glass, or mosaic. Artists must
upload an image of their entry to be reviewed by the Arts and Humanities Jury.
Entry selection will reflect the most originality, quality, and space
limitations of the venue. Note: Submissions will not be accepted that violate
the Society's position on inclusivity (religion, race, sexual
orientation/gender, etc.)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 104%; margin-left: -0.25pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 104%; margin-left: -0.25pt; mso-pagination: widow-orphan;"><span face=""Arial",sans-serif" style="mso-fareast-font-family: Arial;">All applicants must be current Delta Kappa Gamma members. The application
process for the Convention Art Gallery will be open from February 15, 2024, to April 15, 2024. All entries <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><u>must</u> </b>be
submitted by <b><u>11:00 p.m. EST, on April 15, 2024</u></b>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The selection of artists will be conducted by
the Arts and Humanities Jury Committee by <b>April 22, 2024</b>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>All accepted artists will be notified by that
date<a name="_Hlk155700071"> by email from the Jury Committee. </a>Members must
apply via Application for the Member Art Gallery<span class="MsoHyperlink"> </span>found
on the Events tab > 2024 International Convention from the <a href="http://www.dkg.org" target="_blank">dkg.org</a> website.</span></p>DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-23438147907141443672024-01-23T08:15:00.000-08:002024-01-23T08:15:00.140-08:00Empowering Educators: Why Attend the 2024 DKG International Convention?<div class="WACEditing EditMode EditingSurfaceBody FireFox WACViewPanel_DisableLegacyKeyCodeAndCharCode usehover" contenteditable="false" id="WACViewPanel_ClipboardElement" spellcheck="false" style="overflow: hidden; text-align: left; visibility: visible;" tabindex="0"><div class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW150682020 BCX2"><p><span class="TextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 20px;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2"></span></span></p><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcbFHbVLqbCl_ZNF2WWsjmGrtxmletok5NhJG2mZgPT5mqbjZfd7g-39im4SdUTWmJSa1iv63AIfzjZ7p6Ev7Ipzqy_2diDv5baqzVANfOiHL3a194079toY3rAuJXGF-dbJKsJOw2G7SueFiPN6E28I6haQ4g0t3pCpAdzw-amgnHpSYpiWgzC8mV33I/s1210/Happy-Women's-Day-(Facebook-Post).png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1210" height="265" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcbFHbVLqbCl_ZNF2WWsjmGrtxmletok5NhJG2mZgPT5mqbjZfd7g-39im4SdUTWmJSa1iv63AIfzjZ7p6Ev7Ipzqy_2diDv5baqzVANfOiHL3a194079toY3rAuJXGF-dbJKsJOw2G7SueFiPN6E28I6haQ4g0t3pCpAdzw-amgnHpSYpiWgzC8mV33I/w400-h265/Happy-Women's-Day-(Facebook-Post).png" width="400" /></a></div><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana; font-size: small;"><span class="TextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2">Registration and schedule information is being </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2">finalized</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2"> now for the 2024 DKG</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":40,"335559740":240}" style="line-height: 20px;"> </span><span class="TextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2">International Convention which will take place July 9th-13th in National Harbor</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":40,"335559740":240}" style="line-height: 20px;"> </span><span class="TextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2">Maryland. Convention attendees will enjoy the lovely accommodations at the Gaylord</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":40,"335559740":240}" style="line-height: 20px;"> </span><span class="TextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2">National Resort and Convention Center. Members choosing air travel will find Reagan</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":40,"335559740":240}" style="line-height: 20px;"> </span><span class="TextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2">Washington National Airport </span><span class="NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW150682020 BCX2">closest</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2"> to this venue.</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":40,"335559740":240}" style="line-height: 20px;"> </span></span><p></p></div><p class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW150682020 BCX2"></p><p class="Paragraph SCXW150682020 BCX2" lang="EN-US" style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px 0px 2.66667px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana; font-size: small;"><span class="TextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2"></span></span></span></p><p></p><p class="OutlineElement Ltr SCXW150682020 BCX2"></p><p class="Paragraph SCXW150682020 BCX2" lang="EN-US" style="background-color: transparent; font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; margin: 0px 0px 2.66667px; padding-left: 0px; padding-right: 0px; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana; font-size: small;"><span class="TextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2">Knowing location and date details is important, but why should our members consider</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":40,"335559740":240}" style="line-height: 20px;"> </span><span class="TextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2">taking time and spending money to attend? This is a question that has been voiced by</span></span><span class="EOP SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-ccp-props="{"134233118":false,"201341983":0,"335559739":40,"335559740":240}" style="line-height: 20px;"> </span><span class="TextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US" style="line-height: 20px;"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW150682020 BCX2">members during discussions with DKG Leadership. 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</p><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 63.5pt; text-align: left; text-indent: 8.5pt;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: verdana;">The Holden Fund Committee has been very busy this year partially or fully
funding speaker Monica Eason for the Detroit Conference; Albert Monreal Quihuis
for the Phoenix Conference; and Minna Huotilainen for the European
Conference.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These speakers were a great
source of professional development and leadership skills for many members at
one time.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Financial support was also
extended to the Latin American Conference.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: verdana;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"></span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: left;"><span lang="EN-CA" style="font-family: verdana;">Eunah
Temple Holden was a very generous DKG member.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>She left money in her will to start the Holden Fund.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>However, only the interest and donations can
be used to fund the events the committee chooses.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Everyone is aware of how interest rates have
dropped resulting in fewer dollars to help support this fund.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Therefore, we are more than ever before dependent
on donations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>If you can find it in your
heart to donate to this very worthwhile fund, all DKG members can benefit from
the events the committee sponsors.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Thank
you in advance for your generosity.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span> <br /></span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-47868727158347769972024-01-19T13:30:00.000-08:002024-01-19T14:50:41.498-08:00An A&H Jury Blog Worth Repeating:<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA2nsWURrssjYY23TaKO_uN8GS4hi3SdZL12A8REIvaSYCB0VNCT4NprYt0GlyDtMDbnTFSlqFCx0Ndl6Eykh41yfEAIbqh1e_DSQzLqFpeYhvvrY3Xp5cLzcZUnNfRL8Ygffh9JqvfJhYVah-HyR_RRIzllxG106qHG4OSTXQ2GwQZb63bwAlX10527s/s980/2024%20Spring%20Art%20Gallery%20Submissions_BLOG%20.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="580" data-original-width="980" height="379" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA2nsWURrssjYY23TaKO_uN8GS4hi3SdZL12A8REIvaSYCB0VNCT4NprYt0GlyDtMDbnTFSlqFCx0Ndl6Eykh41yfEAIbqh1e_DSQzLqFpeYhvvrY3Xp5cLzcZUnNfRL8Ygffh9JqvfJhYVah-HyR_RRIzllxG106qHG4OSTXQ2GwQZb63bwAlX10527s/w640-h379/2024%20Spring%20Art%20Gallery%20Submissions_BLOG%20.png" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"></div><b style="font-family: verdana;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span></i></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 107%;">Be sure to be included in<span> the</span> <span>January 15th – February
15th Submission Period</span></span></i></b></div>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Artists come
in all categories and varieties, but one thing that unites them is a passion
for their craft.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Often though, to take
the bold step of sharing one's talents is sometimes not as easy as it may seem.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We are here to help! The Arts &
Humanities Jury provides an easy opportunity to highlight the artistic talents
and passions of our members.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With a <span>depth</span> of artistry<span> and
cultural diversity</span>, many members have willingly shared their talents
through the submission process of the DKG Fine Arts Gallery.<span> </span>We encourage you to v<span>isit
the DKG Fine Arts Gallery located at <a href="http://www.dkg.org" style="color: #000099;">www.dkg.org</a> and click on the <a href="https://gallery.dkg.org/" style="color: #000099;" target="_blank">Art Gallery Icon</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With each catego</span>ry, you
will be awed at the amazing visual, literary, musical and dramatic talents of
our international membership.<span> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The
Arts and Humanities Jury has created a variety of categories specially designed
to showcase your </span><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">diverse<span> talents.</span></span></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Writing</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"> - essay, short story,
playwriting, poetry.</span></span></li><li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Performance Art</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"> – dance, dramatics,
filmmaking, music, original composition, oratory.</span></span></li><li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Visual Arts: 2D</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"> – acrylic, charcoal,
colored pencil, graphite, mixed media, pastel, pen & ink, printmaking,
watercolor, photography (black and white or color).</span></span></li><li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Visual Arts: 3D</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"> – basketry, ceramics, stain
glass, jewelry, quilts, sculpture, textiles, woodcarvings.</span></span></li><li><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana;"><b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Multimedia</span></b><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>- Blend one or more categories! Illuminate
your poetry or short story with photography or 2D Art.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Combine playwriting or a musical composition
with a performance video. </span></span></li></ul><div>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="color: #444444; font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The
submission period is open NOW from January 15th - February 15th, 2024.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span><a href="https://gallery.dkg.org/" style="color: #000099;" target="_blank">Click on the submissions tab</a> for the updated submission procedures, revised rubrics,</span>
informational webinar, and “<span>Do</span>’s and Don’ts” <span>tips to guide you successfully through the submission
process. To safeguard the personal privacy rights of </span>individual<span> cont</span>ent, a mandatory addition to<span> t</span>he submission process is the inclusion of the
Video Release and the Photography Consent forms if your artwork contains image(s)
that would need consent forms.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span>The submission procedures encourage members to submit
cultural art and to submit writing in languages other than English, with an
English translation. Don</span>’t forget to peruse the <span>Arts
and Humanities Blog</span> Icon on the website.<span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The </span>platform is written bimonthly to
inform and spotlight our amazing artists. J<span>ury members share
tips on strengthening the quality of submissions and highlight artists who have
been accepted into the Art Gallery.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span>The
Arts and Humanities blog continues to grow and provide video clips and in
person interviews with artists.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>These
media forms have been a wonderful addition to showcase the vast and culturally
diverse talents of our membership.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><span style="color: #444444;">Don’t miss
out on unlocking the artistic talent and creativity within yourself.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With each submission opportunity, the A&
H Jury is excited to open our Art Gallery to the talents of our international
membership. Will you be unlocking your
creative talents in 2024? The true key is sharing your creative passions with
others.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><a href="https://gallery.dkg.org/" style="color: #000099;" target="_blank"><i>Click now!</i></a></span></span><a href="https://gallery.dkg.org/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: verdana;"> <br /></span></a></p>
</div>DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-68882375617798352522024-01-18T08:15:00.000-08:002024-01-18T08:15:00.136-08:00Marketing Templates on the Website<span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;"></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC2XLy-Puk2JfFj_HzfISSLWLSlxxreOKQtp-BsJF44eABuLN2Av9M36Y29FqJb_2hWBOovmyDXu28wJhnMG6VPsTtZlipOGxUzjLzRek4M4Q1VCXXFI_mg6auiXb3yoT4AXymtlsJODEyYQQAuCwpfrPK2IReluA3ODkSc9fbnZ_1yjAjeYVMBMwLrP0/s1185/AdobeStock_448848523-womanwebsite_edited.png" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1185" data-original-width="1000" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC2XLy-Puk2JfFj_HzfISSLWLSlxxreOKQtp-BsJF44eABuLN2Av9M36Y29FqJb_2hWBOovmyDXu28wJhnMG6VPsTtZlipOGxUzjLzRek4M4Q1VCXXFI_mg6auiXb3yoT4AXymtlsJODEyYQQAuCwpfrPK2IReluA3ODkSc9fbnZ_1yjAjeYVMBMwLrP0/w338-h400/AdobeStock_448848523-womanwebsite_edited.png" width="338" /></a></div><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">In
today's fast-paced world, effective and efficient communication plays a crucial
role in our organization’s success. As a DKG member, having access to
well-crafted templates can significantly streamline your communication and
marketing process. Many valuable resources to enhance Society communication and
marketing for state organizations, chapters, and members can be found at </span><span lang="EN"><a href="http://www.dkg.org/"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></a><a href="http://www.dkg.org"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">www.dkg.org</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Have
you explored the various templates available on</span><span lang="EN"><a href="http://www.dkg.org/"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"> </span></a><a href="http://www.dkg.org/"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">www.dkg.org</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;"> and how they can benefit your chapter?</span><p></p><div style="border: none #D9D9E3 1.0pt; mso-border-alt: none #D9D9E3 0in; mso-element: para-border-div; padding: 0in 0in 0in 0in;">
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 150%;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">Marketing Templates:</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="border-bottom: 0in none #D9D9E3; border: none; line-height: 150%; margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: .25in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 15.0pt; mso-border-alt: none #D9D9E3 0in; mso-border-between: 0in none #D9D9E3; mso-border-bottom-alt: 0in none #D9D9E3; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-padding-between: 0in; mso-padding-bottom-alt: 0in; padding-bottom: 0in; padding: 0in; text-indent: -.25in;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">●<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">Chapter Information Templates: The website
provides a variety of information templates, such as brochures and rack
cards. These templates serve as starting points, helping chapters draft
personalized and professional correspondence more efficiently.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="border-bottom: 0in none #D9D9E3; border: none; line-height: 150%; margin-left: .25in; mso-border-alt: none #D9D9E3 0in; mso-border-between: 0in none #D9D9E3; mso-border-bottom-alt: 0in none #D9D9E3; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-padding-between: 0in; mso-padding-bottom-alt: 0in; mso-padding-top-alt: 0in; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-top: 0in; padding: 0in; text-indent: -.25in;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">●<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">Presentation Templates: Engaging
and visually appealing presentations are essential for conveying information to
potential or current members. These templates feature visually appealing
layouts and designs, saving time and effort in creating impactful
presentations.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="border: none; line-height: 150%; margin-bottom: 15.0pt; margin-left: .25in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-border-alt: none #D9D9E3 0in; mso-border-between: 0in none #D9D9E3; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-padding-between: 0in; mso-padding-top-alt: 0in; padding-top: 0in; padding: 0in; text-indent: -.25in;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">●<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">Business and Social Media Cards: The business
card template can incorporate DKG's logo, colors, and visual elements to
maintain a cohesive and recognizable brand identity. This helps to establish a
professional and consistent image for DKG members and reinforces the
organization's values and mission.</span></p>
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tools, enabling educators and professionals to focus on content rather than
formatting. By providing ready-made structures,</span><span lang="EN"><a href="about:blank"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"> </span></a><a href="http://www.dkg.org" target="_blank"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">www.dkg.org's</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;"> templates eliminate the need to start from
scratch, allowing users to create professional documents more efficiently.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="border-bottom: 0in none #D9D9E3; border: none; line-height: 150%; margin-left: .25in; mso-border-alt: none #D9D9E3 0in; mso-border-between: 0in none #D9D9E3; mso-border-bottom-alt: 0in none #D9D9E3; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-padding-between: 0in; mso-padding-bottom-alt: 0in; mso-padding-top-alt: 0in; padding-bottom: 0in; padding-top: 0in; padding: 0in; text-indent: -.25in;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">●<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">Consistency: Consistency in
communication is vital for maintaining a professional image. The templates on</span><span lang="EN"><a href="http://www.dkg.org/"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"> </span></a><a href="http://www.dkg.org/"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">www.dkg.org</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;"> help ensure consistency in formatting, tone, and
structure across various documents. This consistency enhances professionalism
and builds trust among recipients.</span></p>
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provided by</span><span lang="EN"><a href="http://www.dkg.org/"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"> </span></a><a href="http://www.dkg.org/"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">www.dkg.org</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;"> are crafted with professionalism in mind.
They incorporate best practices and industry standards, enabling users to
create documents that align with professional expectations. This
professionalism can positively impact DKG’s reputation and credibility.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="border: none; line-height: 150%; margin-bottom: 15.0pt; margin-left: .25in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; mso-border-alt: none #D9D9E3 0in; mso-border-between: 0in none #D9D9E3; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; mso-padding-alt: 0in 0in 0in 0in; mso-padding-between: 0in; mso-padding-top-alt: 0in; padding-top: 0in; padding: 0in; text-indent: -.25in;"><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">●<span style="font: 7.0pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">Customization: While templates provide a
structured foundation, they can be customized to suit individual needs. Users
can adapt the templates to their specific contexts, inserting personal details,
modifying content, and adjusting layouts as necessary.</span></p>
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marketing, the templates are invaluable tools that streamline processes,
enhance productivity, and ensure professionalism. By utilizing these templates,
members can save time, maintain consistency, and create documents that align
with DKG’s mission and vision. Visit</span><span lang="EN"><a href="http://www.dkg.org/"><span style="color: windowtext; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto; text-decoration: none; text-underline: none;"> </span></a><a href="http://www.dkg.org/"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;">www.dkg.org</span></a></span><span lang="EN" style="font-family: Roboto; font-size: 12.5pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-family: Roboto; mso-fareast-font-family: Roboto;"> today and leverage its vast array of templates to
enhance your communication and take our society to new heights. </span></p>
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DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-54501194820671794482024-01-16T08:10:00.000-08:002024-01-16T08:10:00.144-08:00Insurance Benefits for Members<p class="Body"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJRlMhpOnDk7RAUvHpd_K_DD3hjWIiRnPMrj6tNAX7JIYC050TMpplRp1Pvw6ZYtEzVM_Z79NnCy7bDzTTIuiTPLRYke0UH1zGLiRyXg450nK5STD4A192Pzeh2gFEgsHqlx-jZeBseL7PcHzGD8IMfoM4nl24LapZjHN7-Rc8d9fJOEnB-KR3LSY_ZeI/s7680/AdobeStock_302869590.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4320" data-original-width="7680" height="225" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJRlMhpOnDk7RAUvHpd_K_DD3hjWIiRnPMrj6tNAX7JIYC050TMpplRp1Pvw6ZYtEzVM_Z79NnCy7bDzTTIuiTPLRYke0UH1zGLiRyXg450nK5STD4A192Pzeh2gFEgsHqlx-jZeBseL7PcHzGD8IMfoM4nl24LapZjHN7-Rc8d9fJOEnB-KR3LSY_ZeI/w400-h225/AdobeStock_302869590.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div>Your DKG membership provides
insurance for all your troubles whether it be yourself, your chapter, your
credit cards, or your pet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><p></p>
<p class="Body" style="margin-left: 18.8pt; mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; text-indent: -9.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Life and health from Boon-Chapman </span></p>
<p class="Body" style="margin-left: 18.8pt; mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; text-indent: -9.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Professional liability, general liability, accident
medical insurance, directors and officers liability, bonding and property
insurance from AIM</span></p>
<p class="Body" style="margin-left: 18.8pt; mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; text-indent: -9.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Pet insurance from VPI/Nationwide</span></p>
<p class="Body" style="margin-left: 18.8pt; mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; text-indent: -9.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Identity recovery from ID Theft Assist</span></p>
<p class="Body" style="margin-left: 18.8pt; mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; text-indent: -9.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Longterm care and care for the senior market from LTCR</span></p>
<p class="Body" style="margin-left: 18.8pt; mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; text-indent: -9.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Discounted hearing assessments and prescription
hearing aids from TruHearing</span></p>
<p class="Body" style="margin-left: 18.8pt; mso-list: l1 level2 lfo2; text-indent: -9.8pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; position: relative; top: 1pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">•<span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Dental care from DentalInsurance.com</span></p>
<p class="Body"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">You can take advantage of the
group rates available through your DKG membership.</span></p>
<p class="Body"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">To find the listings, sign in to </span><span style="font-family: verdana;"><a href="http://www.DKG.org" target="_blank"><span class="Hyperlink0"><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;">DKG.org</span></span></a><span style="font-size: 12.0pt;"> as a member and then go to About Us - Membership -
Benefits - Discounts.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>You can follow
that up with a web search for the companies. Be sure to identify yourself as a
DKG member when you contact the companies.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Best wishes as you explore these insurance benefits.</span></span></p>DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-63319296270878763142024-01-11T13:00:00.000-08:002024-01-11T13:00:00.143-08:00Viewpoints Around the World<p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAKvv9uuJHsr8j0y6ClKsezel7GFspRw9mQNbum1neoPG1unck5wengLYSbglj4oDwiNDm8vhgHyOusfrLUWlTe-B6mZ9GzPtLeTsAsuXMPho0AZKGzGS1zXucUr3usfc2A_sH6bcYNdIZr1NRV77slSUevqY1s2tvJSha6mKEzaWrr-hudg1Hbdj4ng0/s5908/AdobeStock_298994473.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3939" data-original-width="5908" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAKvv9uuJHsr8j0y6ClKsezel7GFspRw9mQNbum1neoPG1unck5wengLYSbglj4oDwiNDm8vhgHyOusfrLUWlTe-B6mZ9GzPtLeTsAsuXMPho0AZKGzGS1zXucUr3usfc2A_sH6bcYNdIZr1NRV77slSUevqY1s2tvJSha6mKEzaWrr-hudg1Hbdj4ng0/w400-h266/AdobeStock_298994473.jpeg" width="400" /></a><span style="font-family: verdana;">Do you have a leadership viewpoint burning inside you? Do
you have thoughts to share about your leadership experiences as a woman leader?
Please submit your thoughts to the Leadership Discovery Centre Ad Hoc Committee.
Entries provided in this section of the Centre are informal opinions that do
not require full research or elaboration. We ask that members consider
including their email address to encourage dialogue with the author.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Currently, we have a few entries in Viewpoints Around the
World in English as well as in the native language, but that is not a
requirement! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>As an international
organization, it is wonderful to see contributions and ideas from a variety of
different cultures. Whether you have two languages or one, your opinions and
reflections are welcome!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana;">To submit, sign in on the website (<a href="http://www.dkg.org" target="_blank">dkg.org</a>), go to the Centre on the
right, click on “Submit” and fill out the form. Then you can attach your entry.
The windows for submission are August 16-Dec. 15; Dec. 16-April 15; and April
16-August 15. The committee will score during the two weeks after the window,
and the chair will confer with you on any suggested revisions, etc. <i>So gear
up, and share your thoughts and reflections with us!!<br /></i></span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-33876047793620101362024-01-09T13:00:00.000-08:002024-01-09T13:08:25.719-08:00“KEY ACTIONS OF THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO STRENGTHEN OUR PUBLIC SCHOOLS"<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRwxuzuVNvMU8pbsWPz6yNVdq5bz5w8dGPtLvggVzhJlqauYDpqQFmh5smfrX6woqCsajLZsbv89wb9F4tISV5jpmQ7Kfw60oF0DE1nk84oTBoqTaNErStkLEzXc1Ivf7en-TuKGI2mgN7cTEcVvSdU39RnYTvqUT0_QGdjKGUIEfTMe5ar4FivAnMJ90/s4952/AdobeStock_71583019.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3632" data-original-width="4952" height="294" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRwxuzuVNvMU8pbsWPz6yNVdq5bz5w8dGPtLvggVzhJlqauYDpqQFmh5smfrX6woqCsajLZsbv89wb9F4tISV5jpmQ7Kfw60oF0DE1nk84oTBoqTaNErStkLEzXc1Ivf7en-TuKGI2mgN7cTEcVvSdU39RnYTvqUT0_QGdjKGUIEfTMe5ar4FivAnMJ90/w400-h294/AdobeStock_71583019.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span><span style="font-family: verdana;"><b>The U.S.
Forum Steering Committee is delighted to announce that</b> <b>Gwen Graham,</b></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="font-family: verdana;">Assistant
Secretary for Legislation and Congressional Affairs, United States Department
of Education will be an honored guest on Monday afternoon March 11, 2024, from
4-5 p.m. at the National Legislative Seminar. She will speak on the topic:</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="font-family: verdana;">“KEY ACTIONS
OF THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION TO STRENGTHEN OUR PUBLIC SCHOOLS"</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana;">Gwen Graham is
a former member of the US House of Representatives, (Florida), 2018 candidate
for governor of Florida, daughter of a public school teacher (Adele Khoury),
and daughter of former governor of Florida, Bob Graham. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="background: white; color: #030a13; font-family: verdana;">She is a respected former member of Congress with a
reputation for fairness, compassion, and problem-solving. Graham served as the
Congressional representative from Florida's 2nd District during the 114th
Congress and was known as one of the House's most bipartisan members. She is an
attorney and prior to her service in Congress, Graham focused her practice on
public education as Chief of Labor and Employee Relations for the Leon County
School District. She was involved in every aspect of the educational process
and was recognized for her integrity and fairness. She also served as a board
member of the statewide Florida Educational Negotiators. Graham is a proud
product of public K-12 education as are her children, and she served as PTA
President and School Advisory Council Chair while they were young. She
currently serves as a board director of the Bob Graham Center for Public
Service at the University of Florida, the Florida State Parks Foundation,
Ruth's List, and as Vice Chair of the City of Tallahassee Independent Ethics
Board.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><i>The National Legislative Seminar is on March 10-13, 2024. </i></span><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><i><a href="https://dkgusforum.org/nls-wash-dc-registration" target="_blank">Register here</a>. </i></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-23479361123318018742024-01-05T13:00:00.000-08:002024-01-05T13:00:00.141-08:00Women & Educational Issues in the Upcoming Legislative Landscape<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana;"><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmqgjDSU-NVd_Uio7SqSf7x3sPcQJSZ9IGSx9DZTgJQec6Xv9VsZP6Mi9uRQPwJa78g7zqv0gXpYxEYxs3oJ3eTaJTMhdzt4yg0zZZb6ui7Gwr1aR-9MLXyWhr5cqTdLzR70sUZ0_44K4RCVjzwkn-3-ka1I-BiutNSs-IZf6jeT9ixK0iz8w5f2SGH4c/s1050/women.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="506" data-original-width="1050" height="154" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmqgjDSU-NVd_Uio7SqSf7x3sPcQJSZ9IGSx9DZTgJQec6Xv9VsZP6Mi9uRQPwJa78g7zqv0gXpYxEYxs3oJ3eTaJTMhdzt4yg0zZZb6ui7Gwr1aR-9MLXyWhr5cqTdLzR70sUZ0_44K4RCVjzwkn-3-ka1I-BiutNSs-IZf6jeT9ixK0iz8w5f2SGH4c/s320/women.JPG" width="320" /></a></div></span></div><span style="font-family: verdana;">Come join us to kick off the official beginning of the 2024 National
legislative Seminar. Back by popular demand, Lisa Maatz will motivate us to get
involved in the legislative process. You don’t want to miss her session on <b>Sunday
afternoon from 2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m.</b></span><span style="font-family: verdana;"><b> <br /></b></span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b style="font-family: verdana;">Women and Educational Issues in the Upcoming Legislative
Landscape</b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana;"></span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 11.9pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: verdana;">Lisa Maatz, former </span><span style="background: rgb(253, 226, 147); color: #3c4043; font-family: verdana;">AAUW</span><span style="color: #222222; font-family: verdana;"> Vice President of
Government Relations and Advocacy, spearheaded the campaign that led to the
passage of the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act and other crucial women’s rights
and civil rights legislation during her 15 years with the organization. After
working on Capitol Hill for Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY), Lisa represented
women’s equity groups on Capitol Hill for almost 25 years. She is a savvy
advocate and engaging speaker, with a reputation for her strategic and creative
approach to all things including government affairs, grassroots advocacy, and
nonprofit management.</span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 11.9pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: verdana;"> </span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 11.9pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: verdana;">After moving back to
Northeast Ohio, Lisa became the senior advisor at Ohio Citizen Action, a
nonprofit organization that mobilizes people to protect public health, improve
environmental quality, benefit consumers, and strengthen our democracy. She is
now an independent consultant working nationwide, specializing in gender equity
issues, grassroots advocacy, and nonprofit management. She works primarily with
membership organizations and continues her public speaking on a variety of
invited topics.</span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 11.9pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: verdana;"> </span></p>
<p style="background: white; margin: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 11.9pt;"><span style="color: #222222; font-family: verdana;">Lisa is a Phi Beta Kappa
graduate of Ohio University, has two masters’ degrees from the Ohio State
University, and has held an adjunct appointment with the Women and Politics
Institute at OSU and American University.</span></p><p style="background: white; margin: 0in; mso-line-height-alt: 11.9pt;"><br /></p><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><i>The National Legislative Seminar is on March 10-13, 2024. </i></span><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><i><a href="https://dkgusforum.org/nls-wash-dc-registration" target="_blank">Register here</a>. <br /></i></span><p></p>DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-67222442743048525132024-01-04T15:30:00.000-08:002024-01-04T15:30:00.155-08:00ENGAGING AND RETAINING MEMBERS: THE IMPORTANCE OF BONDING<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQVPvJAwWovQxUeQbi72feWxNxV13cBvULox0OfZfDgpNb6YnKl3hO5_iTld9t3tMMAo4-OW1HY4hCUUQjRIiEvbWvzrmearthz9xZk4mGaVTDIMgdJEQK7I_mXtAx36nQesk9l64D3bMZC7ULsd4c0fR7tcN4rtd1858u3682jUZobRtk6ysysAMbAoI/s5184/AdobeStock_158530332.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="5184" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQVPvJAwWovQxUeQbi72feWxNxV13cBvULox0OfZfDgpNb6YnKl3hO5_iTld9t3tMMAo4-OW1HY4hCUUQjRIiEvbWvzrmearthz9xZk4mGaVTDIMgdJEQK7I_mXtAx36nQesk9l64D3bMZC7ULsd4c0fR7tcN4rtd1858u3682jUZobRtk6ysysAMbAoI/w400-h266/AdobeStock_158530332.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: helvetica;"></span><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.25pt;">Think back to science classes and discussions on chemical
bonding.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We learned that a chemical bond
is a lasting attraction between atoms or ions that holds them together. A
lasting attraction and bonding together is something we want for all of our
members.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We need to do all we can to get
members to have a strong relationship with one another and with the Society as
a whole.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Why?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Because member bonding: </span><p></p>
<ul style="text-align: left;"><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="background: white; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.25pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.25pt;">Fosters a sense of belonging.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>For new members, it helps them feel more
connected and included.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>We tend to
retain those that feel connected.</span></li><li>
<span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.25pt;">Nurtures strong relationships that make
people feel respected, valued, heard, and seen.</span></li><li>
<span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.25pt;">Builds trust and a sense of community.
Understanding more about each other’s backgrounds and experiences helps create
an environment of inclusivity.</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.25pt;">Strengthens the engagement of members in
chapter activities.</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.25pt;">Creates a more comfortable atmosphere.</span></li><li>L<span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.25pt;">eads to collaboration and cohesion.</span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.3pt;">We can help members create strong bonds
through activities that have them getting to know each other on a more personal
level, activities such as:</span></p>
<ul style="text-align: left;"><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="background: white; mso-add-space: auto; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo3; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.3pt;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;">
</span></span></span><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.3pt;">Fun get-to-know you exercises (such as ice
breakers). </span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.3pt;">Programs such as “Our Talented Friends” where
skills and talents of members are shared or a “Nibble and Network” event where
over appetizers, members teach each other about something or share information
on topics of interest. </span></li><li>
<span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.3pt;">Shake-it-up seating at meetings (where members
sit together based on month of birthday or favorite food or favorite movie/book
genre or favorite area of the world to travel, etc.).</span></li><li>
<span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.3pt;">Rose Buddies or mentors. </span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.3pt;">Acts of appreciation (recognizing birthdays,
DKG anniversaries, accomplishments, etc.).</span></li><li><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.3pt;">Carpool conversations.</span></li><li>
<span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.3pt;">Community volunteering projects.</span></li><li>
<span style="font-family: helvetica;"><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Coffee chats.</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></span></li><li>
<span style="font-family: helvetica;"><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Book clubs.</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></span></li><li>
<span style="font-family: helvetica;"><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Board game gatherings.</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Potlucks where
members share the recipe of the item they brought.</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"></span><span style="color: black; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-color-alt: windowtext; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Picnics.</span><span style="mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"></span></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; mso-margin-bottom-alt: auto; mso-margin-top-alt: auto; mso-outline-level: 3;"><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica;">Bonding
activities are numerous.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Consider the
list here a starter.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Please add, in the
comment section, what fun, creative activities your chapter is doing that make
connection or bond members.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: helvetica;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; mso-outline-level: 3;"><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica;">The importance of creating lasting
relationships and connections between our members cannot be overstated.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The more comfortable members feel, the more
likely they are to be engaged in chapter activities. And, when members are
comfortable and engaged, we are more likely to retain them.</span><span style="color: #616161; font-family: helvetica; font-size: 13pt;"> </span><span style="color: black; font-family: helvetica; letter-spacing: 0.25pt;"></span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-75505478359875740562023-12-20T13:00:00.000-08:002023-12-20T13:00:00.135-08:00Towards Excellence: Ethics, Values, & the Educator's Toolbox<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkRkG7Sohv3bINw8w9bSl4ILyLsRvFJe-6PI7JnmpVTP7Y8sfM8HaICSgbN16HAsuK7E1h40XiacLpbpH4tF_Fc7uffHMW1WltQ7MnWbVzRkYJvnt3T3rp1ndjUCfVamm1CWHlS1wqt857BBKP2jiWlU83N7kxKHMCN_IeObAQTSwaWAr_ZTbZXsvNAE4/s5600/AdobeStock_387859132.jpeg" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3735" data-original-width="5600" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkRkG7Sohv3bINw8w9bSl4ILyLsRvFJe-6PI7JnmpVTP7Y8sfM8HaICSgbN16HAsuK7E1h40XiacLpbpH4tF_Fc7uffHMW1WltQ7MnWbVzRkYJvnt3T3rp1ndjUCfVamm1CWHlS1wqt857BBKP2jiWlU83N7kxKHMCN_IeObAQTSwaWAr_ZTbZXsvNAE4/w400-h266/AdobeStock_387859132.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">As a member of Educational Excellence Committee,
I had a workshop at the DKG International Convention, Tampere, Finland on
26-29.7.2023, the title of which was: <i>What is Educational Excellence?</i> I
had decided to utilize my academic dissertation, called <i>Exploring Ethics,</i>
<i>A Philosophical Inquiry into the Education Sector of One Finnish City.</i>
Have you seen our committee’s red umbrella on the net as a mark of giving
educational tips or the latest EEC news? In this blog I’ll present another
umbrella<i>: Ethics</i> under which <i>Values</i> dwell!</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">And now: towards <i>Excellence</i>! We know about Tesla’s, Porsches, Champagne, and Michelin-stars – such excellent cars, wines<span style="color: red;">,</span> or restaurants! We need not go deeper into their
qualities, but how about education? I’ll open my ethical umbrella referring to
various researchers (Jyvaskyla studies in education, psychology, and social
research 546). According to Hirsjarvi (1985,17) ethics belongs to practical
philosophy that deals with theories of good life and correct human actions; it
is about studying and clarifying issues of morals. Von Wright (2001, 23) posits
that ethics is often called moral philosophy or the theory of morals. Moral
questions are mostly questions of good, bad and duty; but not all good is
morally relevant, and not every duty is a moral duty. According to Driver
(2007, 3) ethical theory, besides guiding our actions, provides the criteria to
evaluate actions – i.e., normative ethical theories give us some idea of how we
<i>ought</i> to act. Mizzoni’s (2010, 5) formulation describes ethics as a
field that looks at ethical and moral ideals that we <i>should</i> have and
also examines people’s actual codes of conduct.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">After this philosophical umbrella of Ethics, it is time to let Values
step forward – not carrying too many theoretical burdens! According to Hurka
(2006, 357) ’the theory of value or of the good is one of the two main branches
of ethical theory, alongside the theory of the right. Whereas the theory of the
right specifies which actions are right and which are wrong, the theory of
value says which states of affairs are intrinsically good and which
intrinsically evil.’ In exploring value, Robert Audi (2007, 36) refers to the
valuable in the sense of what is <i>good in itself –</i> commonly called <i>intrinsically
good</i> or <i>intrinsically desirable.</i> Audi goes on (p. 37): ’If something
is good or desirable <i>as a means</i> or as an instrument to bring about
something else, it is <i>instrumentally good.’</i> Besides intrinsic and
instrumental value, Audi (ibid pp. 37-39) brings forth another distinction:
that of <i>value</i> and <i>valuing.</i> <i>Value</i> as a kind of worth, or
what is <i>intrinsically valuable</i>, belongs
to normative ethics and provides standards
indicating what we should do. The notion of <i>valuing </i>is psychological,
and rather describes than prescribes: ’If we value, for its own sake, what is
not intrinsically good – money, domination, weapons – we are in error.’ If this
paragraph sounds too normative, let’s introduce Ronnow-Rasmussen (2011, 1) who adds
another value definition: <i>personal value.</i> When tidying his desk, he
found a small poem written by his daughter years ago. He could not throw it
away – it had some <i>value for</i> him. There is a distinction between <i>value</i>
and <i>value-for</i>: a distinction between <i>impersonal </i>and <i>personal
value</i>; (ibid pp. 55-56) there is an attitudinal rather than normative
element when personal value is defined – a ’for-someone’s-sake’ (FSS) attitude
is directed towards objects of personal value.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">This blog has made an educator’s toolbox quite heavy with theories. Now
it will even be strengthened by a practical input from Finnish schoolworld. The
question: ’<i>Ethics – what is it?’ </i>was presented to 11 principals and 74
teachers.The overall atmosphere of their responses was practical: ’a need for
ethics in everyday situations or for providing direction in today’s world’;
’how to meet and treat a student’; ’using correct language’; ’it clarifies
values in collaboration’; ’it provides more education about human
relationships’; ’worrying about ethics being forgotten among economic
problems’. Moreover, what became of extreme importance was an interest in
learning more about ethics and morals.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The <i>Values</i> data provided by the informants was derived from their
answers to questions regarding their personal values. Depending on the
questionnaire, the questions were posed using the following wording: 1. Values?
2. What are your values? 3. How would you describe your own values? 4. What
values are important to you? The respondents included 2 superintendents, 10
principals, 75 teachers and 5 school secretaries. The following table presents
the identified conceptions of values; together with it and my Ethical umbrella
I hope I found a few elements for an EXCELLENT teacher’s toolbox.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"> </span><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Respect for others 44</span></p><ol start="1" style="margin-top: 0in;" type="1"><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Fairness, justice 30<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Work 29<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Honesty 27<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Home, religion, fatherland 15<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Candour 12<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Nature, environment 6<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Trust 6<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Self-esteem 6<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Tolerance 6<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Empathy 5<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Goodness 5<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Safety 4<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Rules 4<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Leisure, culture 4<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Truth 3<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="FI" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Optimism 3<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Responsibility 3<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">‘An ordinary person’s good life’ 2<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Mental development 2<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Beauty 2<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Courage 2<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Resilience 2<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Humour 2<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Emotional intelligence 1<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"></b></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-align: justify;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Creativeness 1</span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;"> <br /></span></li></ol>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin-bottom: 0in; margin-left: .5in; margin-right: 0in; margin-top: 0in; margin: 0in 0in 0in 0.5in;"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: verdana; font-size: 12pt;">Total: 226 expressions </span></p>
DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3685665171669554075.post-3126534581451815842023-12-19T13:00:00.000-08:002023-12-19T13:00:00.135-08:00So, Here’s the Scoop on Attendance<span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwkj8SpF0gyh-lLzfGAXt4tyFF-rCT-vlOP7g9VBypAmF2yFcwBOPARChVMg1M-n_D93GmNjQf72NRQwwDjr2iff6YRtVunKq8ERZ7Xrzwi6zR2zSvcT7z1Liy1X_vvUqMXHgxR06Zfqy_ANWT9_GEZLSNDTjQNqD07jPK9r9SLREZGrUEZjjexEpewcw/s1370/Capture.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="987" data-original-width="1370" height="289" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwkj8SpF0gyh-lLzfGAXt4tyFF-rCT-vlOP7g9VBypAmF2yFcwBOPARChVMg1M-n_D93GmNjQf72NRQwwDjr2iff6YRtVunKq8ERZ7Xrzwi6zR2zSvcT7z1Liy1X_vvUqMXHgxR06Zfqy_ANWT9_GEZLSNDTjQNqD07jPK9r9SLREZGrUEZjjexEpewcw/w400-h289/Capture.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>Remember
getting a perfect attendance medal at school? Attendance was stressed by
teachers throughout most of our academic years. Little did we know that school
districts were paid per pupil based on their attendance but still it was
important to be at school so that we could learn what was being taught.</span>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Recently
when speaking to a member as to why she left DKG she explained that she had
missed several meetings and was told she needed to drop her membership due to
her chapter’s attendance policy. Attendance policy? Let us be clear - DKG does
NOT have an attendance policy.</span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Attendance
is important. It allows members to be active participants in their chapters.</span></p>
<ul style="text-align: left;"><li class="MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst" style="mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; text-indent: -.25in;"><span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;"><span style="font-feature-settings: normal; font-kerning: auto; font-language-override: normal; font-optical-sizing: auto; font-size-adjust: none; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-variation-settings: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Attendance
keeps members informed.</span></li><li><span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Attendance
makes conducting chapter business easier.</span></li><li>
<span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Attendance
keeps project ideas flowing and completed.</span></li><li>
<span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Attendance
helps members stay in touch with each other.</span></li><li>
<span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Attendance
supports Conferences.</span></li><li>
<span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Attendance
allows members to vote at Conventions.</span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoListParagraphCxSpLast"><span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;"></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Most
importantly attendance should not be used as intolerance. If members are
missing meetings, find out why. Perhaps they have been ill, taking care of a
loved one, or have extra responsibilities at work. Let the member know she is
missed and cared about. Life happens to all of us at some point. If members are
kept up with through phone calls, cards, or emails, they will return when their
life settles down. Another reason they could be missing meetings is because of
meeting times or days. If attendance is a concern to the chapter, the chapter
can discuss and address the issue. Holding hybrid meetings allows more members
to participate. </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: helvetica; font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Finding out
that your members genuinely care for you goes a long way. After all isn’t that
what our first purpose is all about?</span></p>
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</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeDxdJlHYDvYcnYN57NApaHGsXNKgYW5Og4bGuM-Y4pewcQNX03OzHK732FnS69QuQMYa7L3RBhMaJe3WLSaDcMBwroaef1i-sz2gZKAC8-WcQ81tYoZzNQUMsSzyTCmMaig_-Gc7nj6jIgzvI07mMTcgDD5CRzKMIknfuIviJFGV4da8dPeDU_Uz-J5A/s1137/AdobeStock_429122136-MentalHealth.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1137" height="281" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeDxdJlHYDvYcnYN57NApaHGsXNKgYW5Og4bGuM-Y4pewcQNX03OzHK732FnS69QuQMYa7L3RBhMaJe3WLSaDcMBwroaef1i-sz2gZKAC8-WcQ81tYoZzNQUMsSzyTCmMaig_-Gc7nj6jIgzvI07mMTcgDD5CRzKMIknfuIviJFGV4da8dPeDU_Uz-J5A/w400-h281/AdobeStock_429122136-MentalHealth.png" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: verdana; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">We
are delighted to announce that, as part of the National Legislative Seminar on
Monday March 11, 2024, and in keeping with our focus on mental health needs of
our members and their students, that Dr. Anita Everett, M.D. Director of the
Center for Mental Health Services will be a special guest speaker.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She will speak to us from 2:45 p.m. - 3:45
p.m. that day. Her topic will be “Improving our Nation’s Mental Health Service
Systems.”</span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">This
is a topic of serious concern for all of us. <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Dr.
Anita Everett is the Director of the Center for Mental Health Services at the
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency, which is an agency under the
authority of the </span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Federal
Health and Human Services Agency. <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">In
this role she provides executive leadership for federal efforts to improve the
nation’s mental health service systems. Before joining the staff of SAMHSA, she
worked at The Johns Hopkins Bayview Community and General Psychiatry Center in
Maryland, where she directed 22 community psychology programs that provided a
range of services to individuals from preschool age to older adults, including
recovery support services for persons with serious mental illnesses.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>She also served as a member of the faculty at
the Bloomberg School of Health and John Hopkins University. From 1999 to 2003,
she was the Inspector General to the Office of the Governor in the Department
of Mental Health in Virginia. She also has experience working on international
projects in Iraq and Afghanistan on the implementation of mental health
services in these countries. <br /></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: verdana; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Her
insight will be very beneficial for all of us.</span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><i>National Legislative Seminar - March 10-13, 2024</i></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: helvetica;"><i><a href="https://dkgusforum.org/nls-wash-dc-registration" target="_blank">Register here</a>. </i></span><span style="font-family: verdana; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin;"> <br /></span></p><p></p>DKG Bloggerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08761183042098781270noreply@blogger.com0