Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Area 10 May 2011 Chapter Presidents: May has always been a special

month in Delta Kappa Gamma. On May 11th, we celebrate Founders Day. The following is taken from Our Heritage, Volume 1. It was late afternoon of a balmy spring day-May 11, 1929-when a few friends of Dr. Annie Webb Blanton gathered at 2610 Whitis Avenue in Austin, Texas. The large two story, red brick house with its Victorian cupolas was listed in the telephone directory as the University Faculty Womens Club. Great oaks shaded the veranda where Dr. Blanton greeted her Austin friends and those who had come by train to help her found Kappa Gamma Delta, later to be renamed The Delta Kappa Gamma Society. Sensitive to the desirability for mutual appreciation and broad understanding among women educators, Dr. Blanton had decided that the membership of each chapter should be representative of different kinds of educational work. This unique feature of Delta Kappa Gamma was exemplified in her choice of the founding group. Acceptances to the invitation had come from a grade teacher, a dean of women, two high school teachers of history and one of mathematics, three elementary school principals, college teachers of psychology, physical education, and elementary education. Dr. Blanton herself was professor of rural education at the University of Texas. Since women high school principals were nonexistent in Texas, the first state unit of Texas was quite representative of a cross section of the profession. For the founder, this was a deep time of satisfaction for the idea which had been in her mind for several years and now crystallized. Yet there were a few disappointments. Several people lacking faith in the venture, or believing that they had no time for such an organization, or fearing the criticism of their masculine employers, had declined her invitation. (It had been Dr. Blantons hope that there would be fifteen founders.) Even Dr. Blanton started out with a few setbacks. So you see, you are not the only one who runs into difficulty when planning something for your chapter. Everything does not always run perfect. Take a lesson from our founders and continue to strive to do good work for your chapter. Keep in mind our mission statement, The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. Celebrate May! Celebrate our Founders! Celebrate your chapters achievements! Celebrate your members achievements! Celebrate the Bells ringing! Celebrate being a Delta Kappa Gamma Woman with such a deep meaningful history!

Tarrant County Coordinating Council Meeting Eleven Presidents were present at the TCCC Meeting on Sunday, May 1st at the Golden Corral in Fort Worth. TCCC Chairman Linda Ramos (Delta), TCCC Secretary Pam Turpen (Epsilon Nu) and TCCC Advisor Kathy Williams (Epsilon Lambda) did a great job in organizing and conducting the meeting. Congratulations for a successful year! For next year the TCCC Chairman will be Annette Jones (Beta Phi), TCCC Secretary Frankie Meeks (Epsilon Xi) and TCCC Chairman in Training Jonna Murray (Epsilon Lambda). Congratulations for stepping up to another leadership position. A note from Kathy Williams and Sandy Borden: Vespers will be at Marty Leonard Chapel on August 14, 2011. The chapel has been booked from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Make sure you put this date on your calendar. The tentative time is TCCC Meeting at 1:00 p.m. and Vespers at 2:30 p.m. More details about this event will be in future emails or newsletters. Gift Basket Bonanza Connie Rensink (Theta Chi) stepped up to organize the Area 10 contribution to the Gift Basket Bonanza at the convention in McAllen. The theme of the basket, in keeping in line with the DKGLUV theme is (My Momma Told Me) Id Better Shop Around. She has found a basket in the shape of a shopping cart. The plans are to fill the shopping cart with gift cards. Every chapter should send their donation to Connie. For more information you may email Connie at conniesteve@charter.net. Chartering of Mu Psi Area 10 was asked to donate roses for the chartering of Alpha States newest chapter, Mu Psi located in Tivoli. Betty Vines attended the chartering and said it was a beautiful event and the roses were gorgeous. There were four members who transferred to the new chapter and an initiation was held for fourteen new members. One member, currently in Japan, was initiated via Skype. The cost of the roses is $37.48. The money to pay for these roses will come from the funds left over from the Area 10 luncheon. 2011-2013 Area Coordinator Joanne Davis, Delta Kappa Gamma Society International President-Elect, has appointed Sandy Borden (Epsilon Nu) as the new Area 10 Coordinator for the next biennium. Take time to congratulate her. She is very excited to serve Area 10. Her email is mrsbbird@msn.com. I have told her that the Area 10 Presidents love to email, so dont be shy.

Las Colinas 2012 Committee Co-Chairman Eileen Pink has informed the members of the progress of the Steering Committee organizing the 83rd Alpha State Convention in Las Colinas. The video invitation has been started and we should see the end results by the first of June. This video will be presented Saturday morning at the convention near the end of the business meeting. This video will eventually be available to all members to show at chapter meetings. If you have a talent or a desire to serve on a particular committee, please let Eileen know. The Steering Committee will be contacting members in Area 10 and 16 for assistance. Executive Board Ballot You recently received via email or regular mail an Executive Board Ballot. The ballot needs to be returned by May 16th. There are four recommendations on the ballot you need to either approve or not approve. Please read each carefully and cast your vote. The results will be given at the convention in McAllen. McAllen Updates Things not to forget about: Treasure Baskets, Annie Display Boards, LSCP Training, Presidents Walk, and Business Meeting. At the Saturday morning business meeting, Areas 10 and 16 will present the invitation to the 83 rd Alpha State Convention in Las Colinas. You wont want miss that. Remember if you need something transported to McAllen please let me know. There are quite a few members driving to McAllen and they would be happy to transport items for you and your chapter. As of this newsletter the following chapter presidents will be attending the convention: Shelly Samuels, Annette Jones, Kathryn Heinrichs, Pam Turpin, Teresa Thompson, Connie Rensink, Cindy Drumm, Rayedeene Watson, Carolyn Waller, and Suzan Watson. Denver To quote John Denver But the Colorado rocky mountain high, I've seen it rainin' fire in the sky. The shadow from the starlight is softer than a lullaby. Rocky mountain high, Colorado. What could be nicer than to spend a few days in the cool weather with a beautiful mountain back drop attending the Southwest Regional Convention in Denver? So far, I know that Betty Vines, Nancy Newton, Cindy Drumm, and I are planning on attending the convention, June 29 July 2. Its not too late to register.

On Saturday. May 7th I had the pleasure of attending the Collin County Coordinating Council Luncheon, in McKinney, along with Nancy Newton, Betty Vines, and Mary Howington. The theme of the luncheon was The Power of Bee-ing. The following song was written and sung by the The Energizer Bees. Im a Bee-ing of Distinction (to the tune of If Youre Happy and You Know it.) Im a bee-ing of distinction, Im a bee-ing of distinction, When faced with opposition, I will stand Im a bee-ing of distinction, yes I am, yes I am, and get redemption. yes I am.

Im a person of connection, yes I am, Im a person of connection, yes I am, I reach out to every nation, thats not all my occupation. Im a person of connection, yes I am. Im a bee-ing of acceptance, yes I am, Im a bee-ing of acceptance, yes I am, I ask to do their part, as we spread love from the start, Im a bee-ing of acceptance, yes I am. Im a teacher and I know it, yes I am, Im a teacher and I know it, yes, I am, Im engaged and lead, energizing and inspiring, Im a teacher and I know it, yes I am. Im a bee-ing who shapes the future, yes I am, Im a bee-ing who shapes the future, yes I am, I touch lives and teach the mind, so I help all human kind, Im a bee-ing who shapes the future, yes I am. Im a woman Im a woman Through a passionate Im a woman who leaves a who leaves a connection, I who leaves a legacy, yes I am, legacy, yes I am, build a strong foundation, legacy, yes I am,

You have all heard the sound of the bell and have used the words Believe, Engage, Learn and Lead in your meetings this past year. From the meetings I have attended and the newsletters and yearbooks I have read, I am totally impressed with your chapter programs and projects. You are a great leader in your chapter and I know that next year you will continue to serve your chapter members with strength and confidence. Hugs, Jeanette Rhyan Area 10 Coordinator