November 2019 Delta Kappa Gamma Pi Chapter
Pi’s Piper
Volume 39, Number 2
Inside this issue:
August Meeting 2
Message from President Sue Ayers
October Meeting 3
Executive Committee 4
Meeting Minutes
Program Report
2018-20 Committee List 5
UPDATE
Foster Care Initiative 6-7
Membership Report
Alpha State Classroom 8-9
Grant Application
Believe…Belong…
Pi Chapter
Build Ohio's Future is the
2018-20 Officers
continuing theme for our Delta
Nominating Committee
Kappa Gamma Year. Our new
State President Diana
President Kirkpatrick (Alpha Delta
Susan Ayers
Chapter) presided over The
Fall Executive Board Meeting
Vice President/Programs with an agenda that included
reports from all committees.
Cel Andzik-Grewe
Most importantly, the
Secretary Ohio DKG spring convention
is March 20-22 at the Embassy
Becky Shepard
Suites in Dublin. It would be
Treasurer great to have a group from our
Pi Chapter to represent us.
Barbara Carruth
Registration for the hotel is
Parliamentarian already online. The room
block is discounted and will
Judy Gebhart save money on breakfast and
Past President happy hour for those who at-
tend.
Lori Williams
We have a new ex-
Nominating Committee pansion/membership challenge
Chair - The Buckeye-Cherry Mem-
bership Challenge between
Lori Williams Ohio and Michigan. The state
Membership Chair with the most new members by
September 1, 2020 with an
Pam O’Brien extension to March 2021 will
Newsletter Editor
donate $100 to the DKG
Foundation in the name of the
Suzanne Mitolo winner. This includes new,
varying point values toward the
Gold Key Award. However,
there was some pushback from
those in attendance that adding
to the points for Gold Key
takes away from the initial pur-
pose of the award. The state
will review this. The new
member push continues how-
ever. ADS Ohio had two chap-
ters (Gamma Delta and Delta
Zeta) officially dissolve at the
meeting. Other chapter presi-
dents that I talked to are hav-
ing the same kinds of issues
with membership as Pi Chap-
ter. We are asked however to
use the DKG recruitment plan
to help gain membership. The
plan can be found at the DKG
site. In the meantime, remem-
ber to find out if your school
or former school would be
willing to allow our member-
ship team to come and speak
to staff.
Marylin Schlusser
again laid out the areas for
Scholarship just as she did at
our October meeting. Addi-
tionally Kathy McLendon
spoke about the ADSOEF
(Foundation) and charged us
with coming up with ways to
increase the amount available
for scholarships. It was noted
that if you are fortunate
enough to be able to endow
the foundation, that the fund
not be encumbered to make
them available to more mem-
bers.
Watch in The Voice
for our historian Sally Gil-
more's article A Moment in His-
tory. She has been busy in the
Archives! She also went over
what is important to keep and
what is not for those of you
who have boxes of chapter
information. Items can all be
scanned and saved digitally so
the next person to take your
position does not inherit an
overwhelming amount of ma-
terials. The items that must be
saved will be posted online but
include Chapter minutes,
President reports, Treasurer
reports, Membership lists and
records.
It was also recom-
mended that we revise our
Chapter Standing Rules. Ku-
dos, once again to Linda Har-
rison who already had that in
the works for Pi!
On another note, I
can't believe how quickly the
fall is flying!! October com-
pletely snuck up on me. You'll
be glad to know that I spent
two hours after the October
meeting making sure my calen-
dar both in my purse and on
my phone was updated with
everything I could think of,
including all the DKG dates. I
hope you are still reading this
and will accept my apology for
my lapse in memory!!
As you enjoy our late
fall colors, I hope you are reg-
istered for the 2019 DKG
Coordinating Council meeting.
I look forward to seeing you at
the Miami Valley Country
Club, 11:00 a.m., Saturday
November 9. The speaker is
Kay Kaebnick, the Court Ap-
pointed Special Advocate for
CASA.
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August Meeting
Delta Kappa Gamma June 1, 2019
Pi Chapter Opening Balance $7,195.91
August 21, 2019 Receipts $414.00
Aullwood Audubon Center Disbursements $1473.26
Closing Balance $6136.73
Sue Ayers, President called the meeting to order followed by the
July 1, 2019
Pledge of Allegiance and welcoming of guests.
Opening Balance $6136.73
Motion was made to change the agenda order to accommodate the Receipts 0
speaker, Mindy Lloyd, Aullwood’s large animal veterinary techni- Disbursements $2,982.13
cian. Mindy spoke to the group regarding the livestock and sus- Closing Balance $3,153.60
tainable agriculture work done at Aullwood. She showed slides of
the animals and told of children’s visits to the farm.
Committee Reports:
Barb handed out Gold Key Awards to members who were pre-
Sue Ayers reconvened the business meeting at 5:50 reminding sent.
members to make sure they signed in. The new attendance incen-
tive begins with the August meeting and continues through May of
2020. Members must attend and sign in at 5 of the 7 meetings to Nora reported on the Service Project with the VA.
receive $50 payment from the chapter towards the following years
dues. November is the Council meeting. It will be November 9, 2019 at
Miami Valley Golf Club. RSVP to Cel and send $15 to Barb for
Members were reminded to sign up for the October 7 meeting. the meal.

Initiation was held for Laura Peterson, Naturalist at Primary Vil- Special Foster Care Initiative was discussed. $250 has been set
lage South in Centerville. aside for the committee. Suzanne Mitolo is exploring more direct
donations to families at Primary Village South.
Correspondence was read – Thank you from Delta Kappa Chapter
and one from Molly Roesner, a May, Pi Chapter Scholarship re- Lee Shambo has resigned from the chapter creating a need for
cipient. Scholarship Committee members. Lori Williams also servers on
this committee.
Minutes were read.
Membership Committee is seeking members.
Treasurer’s Report
March 1, 2019 Ad Hoc Committee to re-
view Chapter By-Laws –
Opening Balance $3,993.85
Linda Harrison will head.
Receipts $207.00
Disbursements $621.50
Nominating committee
Closing Balance $3,579.35 needs at least three mem-
April 1, 2019 bers. This is the year offi-
Opening Balance $3,579.35 cers are elected. Sue Mitolo
Receipts 0 will assist Lori Williams.
Disbursements $1,105.05
Closing Balance $2,474.30 Linda Harrison made a
motion to adjourn.
May 1, 2019
Opening Balance $2,474.30
Respectfully,
Receipts $6,122.50
Rebecca L. Shepard
Disbursements $1,400.81
Pi Chapter, Secretary
Closing Balance $7,195.91 Laura Peterson and Suzanne Mitolo
Pi’s Piper Volume 39, Number 2 Page 3

October Meeting
Delta Kappa Gamma
Pi Chapter
October 7, 2019
Miami Twp Branch of Dayton Metro Library
2718 Lyons Rd., Miamisburg, OH

Linda Harrison introduced the speaker, Marilyn Slusser. Marilyn

shared information with the chapter on the Alpha Delta State Ohio
Educational Foundation. A copy of the power point will be sent electroni-
cally with this newsletter.

Information may also be found on the website:

https://adsoef.weebly.com/

Following the presentation the meeting was called to order.

Correspondence was received from Jeannie Brandt, in appreciation

for the cards she had received.

Report from the membership committee for “Growing Member-

ship” was shared.
Ideas:
 Current members invite teachers to the meetings, especially
Dec. and January.
 A flyer will be developed touting the benefits and opportuni-
ties of membership Marilyn Slusser, Ohio State Organization Educational Foundation

 Members still teaching may hand out flyers to those interested;

if appropriate and information meeting may be held
 Flyers will also be given to guest attending the meetings.
 Open for other ideas, just let committee know.

There was no Treasurer’s report. The 2019 audit report was

shared. An electronic copy will be sent with this newsletter.

The August minutes were available for everyone to read.

Mark Your Calendars!
November meeting is Coordinating Council Meeting: Saturday, Upcoming Pi Chapter
Nov. 9, 2019; Miami Valley Golf Club on Salem Ave. 11:00 AM Meetings
Luncheon--soup & salad $15 Speaker is Kay Kaebnick, Court Ap-
pointed Special Advocate. November 9
Meeting was adjourned with the DKG song. December 14
.
January 4
Respectfully,
Rebecca L. Shepard
Pi Chapter, Secretary
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August Executive Committee Meeting

Delta Kappa Gamma Pi Chapter
PROGRAM REPORT
Executive Board Meeting DECEMBER 14, 2019—11:00 AM
August 13, 2019 NCR COUNRY CLUB
Sue Ayers’ Home HOLIDAY SILENT AUCTION
Ladies, start getting your silent auction
In attendance: Sue Ayres, Barb Carruth, Suzanne Mitolo, Pam items ready for the December meeting.
O’Brien, Becky Shepard, Cathy Sweny, It’s always a fast paced meeting with
Sue Ayers live auctioning items left on
General Business Items
the tables.
Discussion and focus on membership –
 Note or pamphlet for a active teachers to give out
RSVP attendance to Cel Grewe at
 Note benefits of membership – grants, scholarship
429-0815 or
Discussion and focus on Foster Care Initiative—$250 budget for DECEMBER 6 FIRM. COST $15
this year. Suzanne Mitolo is exploring supporting Montgomery
County Center as last year or different avenue JANUARY 4, 2020
KOHLER PRESIDENTIAL
August 2020 meeting—Aullwood August meeting had previously
BANQUET CENTER—11:00 AM
been sponsored by Doris Swabb. It is $500 for the meeting. Chap-
ter feels this is too expensive for one meeting. Looking for a new Pause and reflect in January at our
venue. Birthday Luncheon. We always re-
member funny and poignant times
Expenditure—Motion was made by Becky Shepard to reimburse we’ve had over the past years!!
Barb Carruth for the purchase of the student/home version of the
Microsoft software which she uses for the treasurer’s books. Sue RSVP and attendance to Cel Grewe at
Ayers seconded. Approved. 429-0815 by
Chapter documents—Motion was made by Becky Shepard to ac-
DECEMBER 29 FIRM. COST $15.
cept the revisions to Pi Chapter Rules in accordance with changes
made at the 2018 International Convention. Alpha Delta State MARCH 12, 2020
where printed will be changed to Ohio State Organization and dues DAYTON METRO LIBRARY
now must be paid by June 30th of each year. Suzanne Mitolo sec- LYONS ROAD—5:30 PM
onded. Approved.
In March we’ll have two speakers who
will share their reading about women
Attendance/Dues—Discussion of last years attendance and dues
policy. Motion was made by Barb Carruth, any Pi Chapter mem- who empowered other women. Again,
ber signing in and attending five out of seven yearly meetings will box dinners will be provided by
have $50 of the next year’s Pi Chapter dues paid by the chapter. Boosalis Bakery named Best Ohio Cof-
Pam O’Brien seconded. Approved. fee House in 2019 and #24 of the top 25
best bakeries in America!
Nominations and Committees—Lee Shambo resigned her mem-
bership in Pi Chapter. This leave an opening on the Scholarship RSVP and attendance to Cel Grewe at
Committee. Membership is in need of committee members. Ne- 429-0815 by
gotiations is also in need of members – elections of officers will be
March of 2020 for the biennial (August 2020 – July 2022) MARCH 4 FIRM. COST $10.

Meeting adjourned. ALL CHECKS TO BARB CARRUTH!

Pi’s Piper Volume 39, Number 2 Page 5

2018-2020 PI CHAPTER COMMITTEES

AUDITING PROGRAM
Sue Myers, Chair Cel Andzik-Grewe, Chair
Becky Shepard Cathy Sweny
Linda Harrison
COMMUNICATIONS Dianne Thomas
Suzanne Mitolo, Newsletter Editor
Linda Harrison, Digital Communication SERVICE
Nora Stang, Chair
CRAYONS TO CLASSROOMS Sue Hagan
Barbara Carruth, Chair Angie Helwig
Trish Hughes
FINANCE Marlene Hunnell
Cathy Sweny, Chair Dianne Thomas
Sue Ayers
Suzanne Mitolo SCHOLARSHIP
Barb Carruth, Ex Officio Lori Williams, Chair

HISTORIAN SOCIAL
Joan Raine, Chair Trish Hughes, Chair
Cel Andzik-Grewe
MEMBERSHIP Amanda Grear
Pam O’Brien, Chair
Sue Fanelli SUNSHINE
Laura Peterson Ellen Ferrugia, Chair
Cel Andzik-Grewe Connie Fox
Pat Kuczak
NOMINATIONS
Lori Williams, Chair AD HOC COMMITTEES
Suzanne Mitolo
FOSTER CARE INITIATIVE
PORTER CLASSROOM ENHANCEMENT Suzanne Mitolo, Chair
GRANTS
Barb Carruth, Chair 8OTH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION
Kate Brookshire Judy Gebhart, Chair
Nora Stang Amanda Grear
Sue Ayers
Lori Williams

Update: 10/19
 Mission: The Delta Kappa Gamma Society
International promotes professional and
personal growth of women educators and
excellence in education.

FOSTER CARE INITIATIVE

A new initiative is underway for this FY. We wanted to
develop a program with a more personal touch. We
have identified 10 foster children from 8 families from
Primary Village South. Suzanne Mitolo is working with
the school counselor and principal to contact the fami-
Women
lies and determine their willingness to participate and to
see if they have any particular needs. Our initial
teachers, to the
thought was to make a holiday gift basket that would
include several family games, art supplies, books and
calling
other items that might be enjoyed by the entire family. firmly rally,
More information will be disturbed through email with
the collection at our holiday gathering on December 14. never falling
If you have any questions or suggestions contact:
Suzanne Mitolo—suzanne.mitolo@att.net
937-681-9304.

Membership Report
Pam O’Brien presented a written membership report at From The Voice—October 2019
the October meeting with ideas to grow our member- (There are membership concerns at both the state and international level.
ship. Below is information from the recent newsletter).
 Current members invite folks to our upcoming EXPANSION COMMITTEE IS UP AND RUNNING!
meetings—December and January are good ones to After a number of years, the Expansion Committee has been
select. reactivated and is back to work. We have two goals: First, to
 A flyer has been developed by Suzanne Mitolo tout- redirect chapters toward the DKG mission, vision and pur-
ing the benefits and opportunities of membership poses - To support all chapters and provide any assistance
(see next page) where needed - To create a resource booklet for chapters.
Second, to create opportunities for the formation of new
 Members still teaching may hand out flyers to those chapters - To begin setting the groundwork for the addition
interested and if appropriate a meeting will be held of new chapters. - To look first, to areas without chapters
at their school. In the last five years, International has lost 250 chapters and
 Those attending meeting as guest will also receive 13,200 members. The number of inductees is also on the
the flyer decline. We have been given a challenge and know it will take
time to begin making a difference. The Membership Com-
Other ideas? Let us know. mittee will be assisting us in this dual venture. We want to be
Membership Committee: Pam O’Brien, Sue Fanelli, a part of the solution, not part of the problem. We hope you,
Laura Peterson, and Cel Andzik-Grewe our members, will join us with this challenge.
Please let us know what we can do to assist your chapter.
Patricia Cermak Millie Holzer Molly Tharp Karen Dom-
If the attached flyer does not provide a good quality print contact browski, Chair
Suzanne Mitolo.
 ALPHA DELTA STATE OHIO EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
INDIVIDUAL/CLASSROOM/COMMUNITY PROJECT FUND

PROJECT FUND PURPOSE

To provide up to five hundred dollars ($500.00) in financial support for educational projects that en-
hance professional and personal growth of members and educational excellence for targeted learn-
ers in non-profit settings.

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND GUIDELINES

1. Project Applications must be submitted by January 1.

A. The Project Leader will be notified by email when the application is received.
B. A letter of approval or denial of the application can be expected prior to the
ADSOEF Annual Meeting.
2. If the project is accepted, the Project Leader must sign and date the Certification of
Acceptance form within ten (10) days of the acceptance and return to the
Educational Services Chairman. Project recipients will be announced at the
ADSOEF Annual Meeting.

3. Upon Project completion, the Project Leader shall

A. send electronic copies of all receipts for items purchased with ADSOEF
project money to the Educational Services Committee Chairman,
B. prepare and send to the Educational Services Committee Chairman a written
article suitable for publication explaining the project and outcome,
C. submit a written review to the ADSOEF Board of Directors explaining the
project and detailing the outcome of the project.
4. E-mail all correspondence to:

Diana Haskell, Educational Services Committee Chairman

E-mail: Diana Haskell1@gmail.com

Application Evaluation Criteria:

Originality
Broad Reach
Completeness
Monetary Amount

Update: 8/19 From Ohio State Website

 ALPHA DELTA STATE OHIO EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION
INDIVIDUAL/CLASSROOM/COMMUNITY PROJECT FUND

APPLICATION
Title:

Type (Individual, Classroom, or Community):

Project Leader Member’s Name:

Chapter: DKG Membership Number:

Address

Email: Phone:

Names/Positions of others collaborating on this project:

Project Site:

Amount Requested:
Project Summary:
Describe the project giving its purpose, who will benefit from the project, how the project will be
carried out and why it needs to be completed.

Project Start and Completion Dates:

Project Beneficiaries (approximate numbers):

Research Documentation (supporting methods used to address needs in this project):

Specific Results expected from this project:

How you will measure results:

Update:8/2019