Louisiana DELTIONAccentuate the Positive/Show Your DKG Pride Martha Turner, 2 15 15 15 Report due...
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Louisiana DELTION
Volume LXVIII, Number 2 Winter, 2010
DEADLINES
January, 2011
15 –Bea Davis application due
15 - Scholarship application due
15 - State Achievement Award
nomination form due
15 – Chapter’s Theme Basket
title due
15 –Literacy/Numeracy
contributions due
15 –Literacy/Numeracy report due
15 –Literacy/Numeracy Seed
Grant Applications due
February, 2011
01 – Form 8 Chapter President
Annual Report due
01 – Form 2 Necrology Annual
Report due
01 – Key Chapter documentation
March, 2011
25-27 - Epsilon State
Convention, Hilton New
Orleans Airport, Kenner
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
President Report 2
Recording Secretary Report 2
District Meeting Summary 3
District Meeting pictures 4
State Convention Workshops 5
Standing Rules
Amendments 6-10
Proposed Budget 11
State Convention Form 12
New Officer Nominations 13-14
District Meeting Awards 15
Around the State 16
STATE OFFICERS
President
Cindy Ruel, Alpha Psi-SW
1st Vice President
Bertha Hinojosa, Alpha Xi-SE
2nd Vice President
Martha Turner, Alpha Rho-NW
Secretary
Pam Bond, Alpha Upsilon-C
Parliamentary Advisor
Jewell McCartney, Alpha Psi-S
Executive Secretary
Dolores Hackler, Alpha Sigma-
NW
Treasurer
Linda Jackson, Beta Gamma—SE
Deltion Editor
Wanda Lemoine, Beta Omicron-
NW
Accentuate the Positive/Show Your DKG Pride
Martha Turner, 2nd
Vice President and State Membership Chairman
What can chapters do to become more successful and appreciate the importance of their
members? Accentuate the Positive:
Provide orientations that focus on the opportunities of the Society;
Provide regular mini-reorientations to remind members of the Seven Purposes and
the opportunities of the Society;
Give reasons why every member is important to the chapter;
Share with local communities the projects and programs occurring at chapter,
state, and international levels;
Support early-career educators in schools and districts;
Invite prospects to chapter meetings;
Contact former members and invite them to reinstate.
Now is the time to start looking for prospective members; it is also a perfect time to
examine your chapter’s membership diversity. Something to think about…does your
chapter have an ―action plan‖ for attracting, reinstating, and maintaining members?
Don’t forget to ―Toot your horn,‖ ―Put it in the newspaper,‖ ―Spread the word‖ about what
your chapter is doing to impact education and Show Your Pride in an organization that
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Supports excellence in education through projects at the local, state, and
international levels;
Supports members with scholarships, professional development awards;
Builds leadership confidence and skills through professional learning at the local,
state, and international levels;
Provides that professional networking with key women educators.
Epsilon State presents the International Guest ….
Dr. Beverly Helms
The Epsilon State 2011 Convention is honored to have
Dr. Beverly Helms as its international guest. She is the
Second Vice President of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society
International. A member in Florida, she has served many
offices and is editor of their state newsletter The Florida Rays.
As state parliamentarian, she implemented a Hall of Fame to
recognize members. A few of the many positions Beverly has served are: Southeast
Regional Director, Member-at-Large, a member of the Ad Hoc committee to Study
International Committee Structure, presenter at several regional conferences and
international conventions, and most recently as chairman of the International
Communications Committee where she was actively engaged in "creating a buzz"
by challenging members to increase visibility and advance the Society. Beverly
received the International Achievement Award this summer in Spokane.
She has intelligence, humor, and excellent leadership and communication skills.
Her strong character empowers others. We are all looking forward to spending time
with this Queen Bee who will fit in perfectly with all of the active bees in Louisiana.
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Buzzing with the Queen Bee… Cindy Ruel, State President
Oh I want to be in that number when Delta Kappa Gamma comes marching in!!!
That’s right. Don’t be late. Fill out your registration form right now for the 2011
State Convention. While you’re at it, get a friend or two to register with you. The more the merrier! New
Orleans and the Kenner Airport Hilton are waiting to show you a great time. Now stop and read over the
workshop selections. Where else could you gain so much knowledge under one roof? This year, Dr. Beverly
Helms is our Society guest. Dr. Helms will create quite a buzz as she visits with us and brings us greetings from
International. We will also vote on our new State officers and witness their installation. There’s business to take
care of at the General Sessions and friendships to renew and new friends to meet. So what are you waiting for?
Get up off the couch; pick up a pen, and register now. The fun is waiting! "Laissez les bons temps rouler!
...in New Orleans with Epsilon State!
Recording the Buzz around Epsilon State…
Pam Bond, Recording Secretary
It was so exciting to ―BUZZ‖ across Epsilon State and ―BEE‖ a part of all six district meetings! I extend
my congratulations to each hostess chapter for a job well done and much appreciation for the hard work that was
evident as we enjoyed your hospitality. I enjoyed seeing my dear friends from years past and getting acquainted
with new friends. I applaud each and every member across Epsilon State who attended one of the six meetings.
Our dedication to the integrity and strength of our Society was rewarded with much enjoyable fellowship,
informative reports and workshops and delicious food.
I encourage you to buzz around your community, continuing to extend your warm hospitality as you invite
prospective members to regular chapter meetings and special events. Remember, voting at the 2010 International
convention changed our membership criteria. Remember, step outside the usual ―HIVE‖ when looking for
excellence. Our LSU Extension Office Agent has been a member of Alpha Upsilon for several years. A portion
of her salary is paid by our parish school board for her instruction in our schools.
―BEE‖ sure your Key Chapter form is a work-in-progress. Many chapters have already been working so
their form is ready on time. Do not wait to the last minute and hit the panic button!
Offer to help your chapter gather documentation (news articles, newsletters, pictures, information from
events/projects, etc.) needed to verify points for the form. Ask a couple of other members to help you ―BEE‖
hostesses of a soup and sandwich get-together for members who are finalizing form for submission.
The form, along with original news items, may be sent ―snail-mail‖ with legible postmark on or before
the February 1, 2011 deadline. It may be sent by e-mail with the same deadline date applicable but the original
news items must be mailed through US mail with the same legible postmark and must be identified with your
chapter name.
I will ―BEE‖ looking for each of you at the 2011 Epsilon State Convention in New Orleans, March 25-27!
Happy Holidays!
KEEP UP WITH EVERYTHING
Do you want to keep up to date in what’s happening with Delta Kappa Gamma?
Visit the Epsilon State Website at http://www.sabine.k12.la.us/dkgla/
The Deltion is now available online at our state website.
The DKG International WEBSITE address is www.dkg.org
“On the Road Again” for the Fall Tour of 2010 District Meetings Jean Patterson, Past State President, Mu Chapter
Beginning Oct 2 and ending on November 6 the Epsilon State Officers had a busy six weeks. At all the meetings the
officers and committee members presented reports and gave important information about deadlines and opportunities
available to members.
Congratulations to the six district directors and the hostess chapters for a job well done! The Friday night dinners
with members from the hostess chapter were a highlight of the district meetings journeys. Of course, there was
always a little shopping done.
Northwest District in Shreveport kicked off the first stop on the tour on October 2. With a theme ―Bee’ing on Top‖
the members enjoyed hearing about the service projects being carried out by the northwest chapters.
October 9 found the travelers on the way to the Southwest and New Iberia. Over 100 members gathered for the
district meeting with a theme of ―Sugar and Spice, We Have Everything Nice.‖ Many interesting workshops were
presented such as Stress Less With Yoga and Promethian Board Basics. This district had the most in attendance with
over 100 sisters!
West Monroe in the Northwest was the place to travel October 16. An appropriate theme was ―On the Road: A
Journey Toward Vision and Action.‖ Dr. Lori Myers, district director, presented an informative workshop entitled,
―Which Direction Are You Headed,‖ Use the MAPP to Achieve Chapter Excellence.
October 23, Southeast and Baton Rouge was the place with Alpha Xi hosting a wonderful ―tailgate party‖ complete
with LSU tote bags made by members of the host chapter. Their theme was ―MAPP: Achieving Chapter Excellence
with Mentoring, Active Engagement, Procedures, and Program of Work. Chapters can use this information to help
engage their chapter members.
The day before Halloween found Central district members in Jena for a great meeting with the theme ―Delta Kappa
Gamma is the Place to BEE‖. Members were surprised to find that Huey P. Long was to be the guest speaker for one
of the workshops. It was great! Ask Pam Bond what part she played.
The last stop on the tour was South to Thibodaux on November 6, the home district of State President, Cindy Ruel.
―You Can Bee a Star With Delta Kappa Gamma‖ was the theme as Epsilon state sisters met to enjoy a program
planned by Linda Peirce and the Kappa chapter ladies.
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Epsilon State Convention Workshops for 2011 State Convention
Bertha Hinojosa, 1st Vice President
There are eight wonderful workshops for you to choose from at the state convention in Kenner. Attend sessions
to enrich your life and the lives of your students and friends. ΔΚΓ members have so many talents. Come,
participate, learn, and enjoy!
Engaging Students by Creating Avatars and Making Movies Presenters: Teresita Diaz and Jennifer Tassin
Learn to create Avatars and movies to teach content in an exciting way. Learn to utilize Xtranormal, a text-to-
movie technology website allowing teachers and students to create short films with their own scripts.
Participants are encouraged to bring their laptops.
Have a Cup of Tea with Jane Austen Presenter: Mary Mocsary
Come share three activities based on the life, historical period, and six novels of Jane Austen. Learn about her
life, literature, and the film adaptations of her novels while enjoying tea and cookies.
Zumba Fitness Presenters: Glenetta Shuey
Learn dance movements that provide a cardio workout, muscle toning, and muscle sculpting as you have fun.
Come learn from a certified instructor.
The Underground Railroad Spiritual Code Presenter: Joanna A Pruitt
Come learn about the Spiritual Code that helped slaves escape to the north to freedom.
Flipping into the Curriculum
Presenters: Hope Hebert, Claudell Thibodeaux, Regina Caillouet, Sadie Suire, & Rebecca Yates
Learn how to use flip cameras to teach the curriculum while increasing student progress. The group will also
share ideas and flip charts used with promethean boards.
Great 2.0 Tools for You and Students Presenters: Arlene V. Cain and Arlene Hobaugh
Learn to use free Web Tools that help with time management, personal organizers, file sharing, graphing, art
sketching, homework blogs, and timelines. Participants will receive a comprehensive list and description of all
Web 2.0 Tools mentioned in the presentation.
Bioglyphs, Little Piggies, and Spotlights
Presenters: Martha Turner and Kathye Blackburn
Get to know your ΔΚΓ sisters through new, interactive activities that are perfect to take back to your chapter
meetings. Activities include bioglyphs, interpretations of art work, and ways to spotlight your members. Come
have some fun!
MAPP: Achieving Chapter Excellence Presenters: Epsilon State 2009-2011 District Directors
MAPP (Mentoring, Active Engagement, Processes and Procedures, Program of Work) has been created to offer
program opportunities for district and chapter meetings. It is an effort to educate members at all levels
concerning responsibilities and commitments of ΔΚΓ members.
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Chapter members, check your Year at a Glance/ Calendar of Events for new items and new deadlines. There
have been several date and deadline changes.
Proposed Amendments to the Epsilon State Standing Rules, 2011
Article I.B [1] Which now reads: None
[2] Be amended by inserting new words or phraseology as follows: When a District Account exceeds a
positive balance of $500, the excess will be transferred to the Chapter Officers Leadership Account
[3] Which, if adopted would read: When a District Account exceeds a positive balance of $500, the excess
will be transferred to the Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop Account
Rationale: Chapters hosting their respective district meeting have guidelines for establishing a budget for the
meeting and should follow the established budget as closely as possible. Excess funds that would be transferred
into the Chapter Officers Leadership Workshop Account would benefit all Epsilon State members.
Fiscal Impact: None – Transfer funds from one account to another.
Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article I.C
[1] Which now reads: None
[2] Be amended by inserting new words or phraseology as follows:
If District Directors are required to attend the Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop, each District Director’s
travel expenses will be paid from her District Director’s Office & Travel Account rather than the Chapter
Officers’ Workshop Account.
[3] Which, if adopted would read: If District Directors are required to attend the Chapter Officers’ Leadership
Workshop, each District Director’s travel expenses will be paid from her District Director’s Office & Travel
Account rather than the Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop Account.
Rationale: In Guidelines VII B Travel Expenses - District Directors are not scheduled for reimbursement for
Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop. The passage of this motion would allow District Directors to be
reimbursed for travel.
Fiscal Impact: None – Each District Director has a budget of $200 in the Operating Fund.
Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article I.C.3. [1] Which now reads: Funding for the Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop is funded through the Beatrice
Davis Endowment Fund and 25% of the proceeds from the annual First Timers’ basket donations.
[2] Be amended by inserting new words or phraseology as follows: …derived from (1) the transfer of (a)
25% of the proceeds from the annual First Timers baskets donations, (b) amounts in excess of $500 in each of
District Meetings’ Account, (c) amounts less than $10 recorded for chapters in the Dues-Over Account (2)
donations.
[3] Which, if adopted would read: Funding for the Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop is derived from
(1) the transfer of (a) 25% of the proceeds from the annual First Timers baskets donations, (b) amounts in
excess of $500 in each of District Meetings’ Account, (c) amounts less than $10 recorded for chapters in the
Dues-Over Account (2) donations.
Rationale: To specify funding sources
Fiscal Impact: None – Transfer funds from one account to another to provide additional sources of income for
the Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop
Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article I.C.4. [1] Which now reads: Chapter incoming presidents will be reimbursed from Chapter Officers’ Leadership
Workshop Funds for travel at $0.28 per mile one-way to attend Chapter Officers’ Leadership Meeting.
[2] Be amended by striking and inserting new words or phraseology as follows: Reimbursement for the
Chapter President and Chapter Officers who attend the Chapter Officers Leadership Workshop shall be made
from the Chapter Officers’ Workshop Account on a per chapter basis for (1) mileage one-way, currently at
$0.28 per mile, for one vehicle per chapter and (2) one-half (½) of one double room per chapter if travel
distance is more than 200 miles.
[3] Which, if adopted would read: Reimbursement for the Chapter President and Chapter Officers who attend
the Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop shall be made from the Chapter Officers’ Workshop Account on a
per chapter basis for (1) mileage one-way, currently at $0.28 per mile, for one vehicle per chapter and (2) one-
half (½ ) of one double room per chapter if travel distance is more than 200 miles.
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Rationale: To clarify who and what qualifies for Reimbursement/Stipends/Grants.
Fiscal Impact: None Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article I. D. 2
[1] Which now reads: None
[2] Be amended by striking out and/or inserting new words or phraseology as follows:
Add new F:
F. Criteria for Selection
A minimum of three full years in good standing of Epsilon State
Evidence of: Leadership potential as demonstrated by holding chapter office or involvement in committee work
of Delta Kappa Gamma, professional involvement, attendance at an Epsilon State District Meeting or State
Convention, State representation
The following persons are not eligible for participation: Present or past elected state officers and former
international Golden Gift Leadership / Management Seminar participants.
[3] Which, if adopted would read:
Add new F:
F. Criteria for Selection
A minimum of three full years in good standing of Epsilon State
Evidence of: Leadership potential as demonstrated by holding chapter office or involvement in committee work
of Delta Kappa Gamma, professional involvement, attendance at an Epsilon State District Meeting or State
Convention, State representation
The following persons are not eligible for participation: Present or past elected state officers and former
international Golden Gift Leadership / Management Seminar participants.
Rationale: Additional information for clarification
Fiscal Impact: None Submitted by: Jean Patterson, Past State President
Article I.D.2
[1] Which now reads: Participants will be fourteen Epsilon State members, the Epsilon State President, the
Leadership Development Committee Chairman or proxy, and one other member of the Leadership Development
Committee.
[2] Be amended by striking out: Participants will be fourteen Epsilon State members, the Epsilon State
President, the Leadership Development Committee Chairman or proxy, and one other member of the
Leadership Development Committee.
And inserting new words or phraseology as follows: The number conducting/presenting the Bea Davis
Leadership Seminar will be limited to four. The four presenters will be the State President, the Leadership
Development Committee Chairman or proxy, one other member of the Leadership Development Committee,
and one other person. The budget will be enforced.
[3] Which, if adopted would read: The number conducting/presenting the Bea Davis Leadership Seminar will
be limited to four. The four presenters will be the State President, the Leadership Development Committee
Chairman or proxy, one other member of the Leadership Development Committee, and one other person. The
budget will be enforced.
Rationale: To distinguish between members conducting/presenting the Bea Davis Seminar and members
Participating in/Receiving leadership techniques.
Fiscal Impact: None Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article I.D.2. [1] Which now reads: None
[2] Be amended by inserting new words or phraseology as follows: Insert I.D.2.b. Participants/Recipients
shall be 10-14 Epsilon State members. ALSO, Change lettering current 2b to 2c; 2c to 2d; 2d to 2e; 2e to 2f
[3] Which, if adopted would read: Insert 1.D.2.b Participants/Recipients shall be 10-14 Epsilon State
members.
Rationale: Previous wording stated 14 participants with no mention of fewer participants and rule has been
violated several times. Also, to distinguish between members conducting/presenting the Bea Davis Seminar
and those Participating in/Receiving leadership techniques
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Fiscal Impact: None Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article V.C.
[1] Which now reads: ... registration fee …
[2] Be amended by inserting new words or phraseology as follows: Change words ―registration fee‖
throughout V.C, to read registration fee and convention meals
[3] Which, if adopted would read: Any member (First Timer, State Officer or State Personnel) who is
eligible for reimbursement from more than one fund/account shall be reimbursed from only one fund/account.
Rationale: Clarify meaning
Fiscal Impact: Will allow First Timers, Presenters, and Immediate Past state President additional grant money.
Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article V.C.3.
[1] Which now reads: A one-time stipend towards the registration fee will be awarded to first timers.
[2] Be amended by striking out: A one-time stipend towards the registration fee will be awarded to first
timers.
And inserting new words or phraseology as follows: a. Registration fee (excluding late fees) and convention
meals will be reimbursed if funds are available. Change current 3b to 3c; 3c to 3d; 3d to 3e; 3e to 3f
[3] Which, if adopted would read: Registration fee (excluding late fees) and convention meals will be
reimbursed if funds are available.
Rationale: To clarify the words ―registration fee‖
Fiscal Impact: Will allow First Timers additional grant money.
Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article V.C.3. [1] Which now reads: If the available fund does not cover the full registration fee, the fund will be divided
equally among the first timers to defray the fees.
[2] Be amended by striking out: If the available fund does not cover the full registration fee, the fund will be
divided equally among the first timers to defray the fees. And inserting new words or phraseology as
follows: If the First Timers Fund cannot reimburse the full registration fee and convention meals, the fund will
be divided equally among the First Timers.
[3] Which, if adopted would read: If the First Timers Fund cannot reimburse the full registration fee and
convention meals, the fund will be divided equally among the First Timers.
Rationale: To clarify the words ―registration fee‖.
Fiscal Impact: Would deplete the First Timers Fund
Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article V.C.3. [1] Which now reads: The immediate past state president’s registration fee for the regional conference
immediately following her term of office may be paid from the fund.
[2] Be amended by inserting new words or phraseology as follows:….and convention meals…
[3] Which, if adopted would read: The immediate past state president’s registration fee and convention meals
for the regional conference immediately following her term of office may be paid from the fund.
Rationale: To clarify the words ―registration fee‖.
Fiscal Impact: Will allow immediate past state president additional grant money.
Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article V.C.3 [1] Which now reads: None
[2] Be amended by striking out and/or inserting new words or phraseology as follows: Any member (First
Timer, State Officer or State Personnel) who is eligible for reimbursement from more than one fund/account
shall be reimbursed from only one fund/account. Change V.C.3.d to V.C.3.e.
[3] Which, if adopted would read: Any member (First Timer, State Officer or State Personnel) who is eligible
for reimbursement from more than one fund/account shall be reimbursed from only one fund/account.
Rationale: Would eliminate possible ―double‖ payments.
Fiscal Impact: None Submitted by: Finance Committee
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Article V.C.3. [1] Which now reads: Twenty-five (25) percent of the proceeds from the annual First Timers’ donations is
used to help fund Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshops.
[2] Be amended by striking out: Twenty-five (25) percent of the proceeds from the annual First Timers’
donations is used to help fund Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshops. and/or inserting new words or
phraseology as follows:… will be transferred to the Chapter Officers’ Workshop Account.
[3] Which, if adopted would read: Twenty-five (25) percent of the proceeds from the annual First Timers’
donations will be transferred to the Chapter Officers’ Workshop Account.
Rationale: Would specify transfer of funds.
Fiscal Impact: None Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article V.C.3.e.1.
[1] Which now reads: If there is a surplus of funds: (1) A stipend to defray registration fees will be given to
Epsilon State members presenting workshops at Regional Conference or International Convention (editorial).
First Timers who present will be awarded one stipend. Presentations that include a group of presenters will be
awarded one stipend which shall be divided among the presenters.
[2] Be amended by striking out: (1) A stipend to defray registration fees will be given to Epsilon State
members presenting workshops at Regional Conference or International Convention (editorial). First Timers
who present will be awarded one stipend. Presentations that include a group of presenters will be awarded one
stipend which shall be divided among the presenters. and/or inserting new words or phraseology as follows:
Epsilon state members presenting workshops at Regional Conferences or International Conventions will be
reimbursed for the registration fee and convention meals. (1) Presentations that include a group of presenters
shall be awarded only one stipend.
[3] Which, if adopted would read: Epsilon state members presenting workshops at Regional Conferences or
International Conventions will be reimbursed for the registration fee and convention meals. (1) Presentations
that include a group of presenters shall be awarded only one stipend.
Rationale: Clarifying meaning.
Fiscal Impact: Will allow presenters additional grant money
Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article V.C.3.f.3. [1] Which now reads: Any remaining funds will be allocated for use in future years.
[2] Be amended by striking the words and Any remaining funds will be allocated for use in future years
inserting new words or phraseology as follows: Remaining funds will be reserved for future use.
[3] Which, if adopted would read: Remaining funds will be reserved for future use
Rationale: Clarify meaning
Fiscal Impact: Will allow First Timers, Presenters, and Immediate Past state President additional grant money.
Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article VII.B.2. [1] Which now reads: Leadership Development Workshop
[2] Be amended by inserting new words or phraseology as follows: Type an asterisk * over column for
Leadership Workshop.
Type a note for the asterisk after B.2. Reimbursement schedule indicating the following:
* Paid from Chapter Officers Leadership Workshop Account
[3] Which, if adopted would read: *Paid from Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop Account
*Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop
Rationale: To indicate payment from a separate fund/account
Fiscal Impact: None Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article VII.B.2. [1] Which now reads: Leadership Development Workshop
[2] Be amended by striking out and/or inserting new words or phraseology as follows: Column heading
―Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop‖ on line for District Directors, Type BUDGET * Paid from Chapter
Officers’ Leadership Workshop Account
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[3] Which, if adopted would read: *Paid from Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop Account
*Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop
District Director BUDGET
Rationale: To indicate district directors are paid from a separate fund/account
Fiscal Impact: None Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article VII.C. [1] Which now reads: None
[2] Be amended by inserting new words or phraseology as follows: Insert C, to read: Amounts over $10.00
from chapters will be refunded. Amounts less than $10.00 from chapters will be a donation and will be
transferred to Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop Account.
[3] Which, if adopted would read: Amounts over $10.00 from chapters will be refunded. Amounts less than
$10.00 from chapters will be a donation and will be transferred to Chapter Officers’ Leadership Workshop
Account.
Rationale: To eliminate having money in a Dues-Over account and transfer the money to an account that will
benefit every chapter.
Fiscal Impact: Transfer funds from one account to another
Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article VII.D. [1] Which now reads: None
[2] Be amended by striking out and/or inserting new words or phraseology as follows:
Stale Checks – Outstanding check over a year are stale and shall be considered a donation to Epsilon State with
the check’s amount being returned to the account from which it came: should the originating account be
defunct, the money will go into Epsilon State’s Operating/Available Fund.
[3] Which, if adopted would read: Stale Checks – any outstanding check over a year old are stale and shall be
considered a donation to Epsilon State with the check’s amount being returned to the account from which it
came: should the originating account be defunct, the money will go into Epsilon State’s Operating/Available
Fund.
Rationale: To clear backlog of outstanding checks, some of which are three years old.
Fiscal Impact: Transfer funds back into original account or operating fund
Submitted by: Finance Committee
Article XI. D
[1] Which now reads: None
[2] Be amended by striking out and/or inserting new words or phraseology as follows: D. Order of the Magnolia
At the Epsilon State Convention following the completion of each biennium, the outgoing Epsilon State
President should be inducted into the Order of the Magnolias by the immediate past state president. The Order
of the Magnolia will serve as an advisory group to the current Epsilon State President at her discretion. These
ladies will also serve in liaison positions assigned by the Epsilon State President as needs arise.
Current letters D would become E, E would become F, F would become G, G would become H, and H would
become I.
[3] Which, if adopted would read D. Order of the Magnolia
At the Epsilon State Convention following the completion of each biennium, the outgoing Epsilon State
President should be inducted into the Order of the Magnolias by the immediate past state president. The Order
of the Magnolia will serve as an advisory group to the current Epsilon State President at her discretion. These
ladies will also serve in liaison positions assigned by the Epsilon State President as needs arise.
Current letters D would become E, E would become F, F would become G, G would become H, and H would
become I.
Rationale: In 2009, the current Epsilon State President, Cindy Ruel requested that a special elite group be
formed of past Epsilon State Presidents. This group, known as the Order of the Magnolias, shall serve as an
advisory group to the current Epsilon State President at her discretion.
Fiscal Impact: Approximate Annual Cost: $20.00 for frame and certificate
Submitted by: Jean Patterson, Past State President
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Proposed 2011-2012 Adopted Budget FIRST REVISION
ADOPTED
BUDGET
2010-2011
SECOND
REVISION
ADOPTED
BUDGET
2010-2011
ADOPTED
BUDGET
2011-2012
FIRST REVISION
ADOPTED
BUDGET
2011-2012
SS 6.2%; Medicare 1.45% ESTIMATED
INCOME
ESTIMATED
INCOME
ESTIMATED
INCOME
ESTIMATED
INCOME
RECURRING REVENUE
Dues (Active Members: 2,200 x $15) 2,200 - 355 = 1,845 $ 30,750.00 $ 27,675.00 $ 33,000.00 $ 27,675.00
Dues (Reserve Members: 150 x $5) 150 + 8 = 158 $ 840.00 $ 790.00 $ 750.00 $ 790.00
Initiation (New Members: 125 x $2.50) 125 - 64 = 61 $ 187.50 $ 152.50 $ 312.50 $ 152.50
SUBTOTAL (Use this line to work budget) $ 31,777.50 $ 28,617.50 $ 34,062.50 $ 28,617.50
OTHER REVENUE NONRECURRING (Committee
Meals)
$ 300.00 $ 222.47 $ 200.00 $ -
Balance Brought Forward from Previous Year $ 11,868.00 $ 15,480.56 $ 9,190.50 $ 10,810.53
OTHER AVAILABLE SUBTOTAL -- FOR USE $ 12,168.00 $ 15,703.03 $ 9,390.50 $ 10,810.53
TOTAL AVAILABLE FOR USE $ 43,945.50 $ 44,320.53 $ 43,453.00 $ 39,428.03
Balance Brought Forward (Contingency - For Perm. Use) $ 12,554.00 $ 12,553.52 $ 12,554.00 $ 12,554.00
DISBURSEMENTS ESTIMATED
EXPENSES
ESTIMATED
EXPENSES
ESTIMATED
EXPENSES
ESTIMATED
EXPENSES
ALL OFFICERS $ 29,200.00 $ 24,750.00 $ 23,900.00 $ 22,900.00
PRESIDENT EXPENSES $ 2,800.00 $ 2,200.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 1,900.00
President Office & Travel $ 1,200.00 $ 1,200.00 $ 1,400.00 $ 1,300.00
President: INTERNATIONAL/SE Regional $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 600.00 $ 600.00
EXECUTIVE SECRETARY EXPENSES $ 5,000.00 $ 4,400.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 3,700.00
Executive Secretary Office & Travel + Supplies $ 1,600.00 $ 1,600.00 $ 1,600.00 $ 1,300.00
Executive Secretary: INTERNATIONAL/SE Regional $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 600.00 $ 600.00
Executive Secretary: Salary (Gross) $ 1,800.00 $ 1,800.00 $ 1,800.00 $ 1,800.00
TREASURER EXPENSES $ 4,800.00 $ 4,200.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 3,700.00
Treasurer: Office & Travel + Supplies $ 1,600.00 $ 1,600.00 $ 1,600.00 $ 1,300.00
Treasurer: INTERNATIONAL/SE Regional $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 600.00 $ 600.00
Treasurer: Salary (Gross) $ 1,600.00 $ 1,600.00 $ 1,800.00 $ 1,800.00
EDITOR EXPENSES $ 10,600.00 $ 9,000.00 $ 9,900.00 $ 9,600.00
Editor Office & Travel + Supplies $ 900.00 $ 900.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 700.00
Editor: INTERNATIONAL/SE Regional $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 600.00 $ 600.00
Editor: Salary (Gross) - $ 1,100.00 $ 1,100.00 $ 1,300.00 $ 1,300.00
Editor: Deltion Printing $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00
Editor: Deltion Postage $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00
OTHER OFFICERS $ 6,000.00 $ 4,950.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 4,000.00
First Vice President INTERNATIONAL/SE Regional $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 600.00 $ 600.00
Second Vice President INTERNATIONAL/SE
Regional
$ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 600.00 $ 600.00
Other Officers Travel $ 2,800.00 $ 2,950.00 $ 2,800.00 $ 2,800.00
DISTRICT DIRECTORS OFFICE & TRAVEL $ 1,200.00 $ 1,200.00 $ 1,200.00 $ 1,200.00
CHAPTER VISIT TRAVEL $ 400.00 $ 200.00 $ 400.00 $ 200.00
COMMITTEES OFFICE & TRAVEL $ 2,500.00 $ 2,500.00 $ 2,700.00 $ 2,500.00
COMMITTEES ACTIVITIES $ 600.00 $ 600.00 $ 500.00 $ 400.00
STATE MEETINGS - Transition 2011-2012 Odd $ - $ - $ 1,300.00 $ 1,200.00
ADMINISTRATIVE $ 4,455.00 $ 4,260.00 $ 4,575.00 $ 4,025.00
EQUIPMENT - Maintenance and Repair $ 760.00 $ 635.00 $ 850.00 $ 650.00
INSURANCE & BOND $ 600.00 $ 530.00 $ 600.00 $ 600.00
FINANCIAL COMPILATION REPORT/990 FORM $ 1,400.00 $ 1,400.00 $ 1,400.00 $ 1,400.00
SOCIAL SECURITY & MEDICARE (State's Share
7.65%)
$ 345.00 $ 345.00 $ 375.00 $ 375.00
GIFTS & COURTESIES $ 300.00 $ 300.00 $ 300.00 $ 200.00
ACHIEVEMENT AWARD $ 700.00 $ 700.00 $ 700.00 $ 600.00
MEMORIALS - Education Foundation and Other $ 150.00 $ 100.00 $ 150.00 $ 100.00
MISCELLANEOUS $ 200.00 $ 250.00 $ 200.00 $ 100.00
TOTAL DISBURSEMENTS $ 38,355.00 $ 33,510.00 $ 34,575.00 $ 32,425.00
USE Balance Brought Forward to cover deficit income of $ 4,892.50 $ 3,807.50
Savings $25,000 (Not for Use)
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The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International
Epsilon State Convention
March 25 – 27, 2011
Room rate: $99.00
Hotel Reservation Deadline: March 14, 2011
Hilton New Orleans Airport
901 Airline Highway
Kenner, LA 70062
1.504.469.5000
Name Please Print
Chapter/District
Mailing address City / Zip
Phone number Email
address
Please sign if you DO NOT give us permission to publish your picture in Deltion, website, etc.
Signature:____________________________________
Check all that apply: o Current State Officer
o Current District Director
o Current State Committee Chairman
o Current Chapter President
o Past State President
o Past State Achievement Award Winner
o 25-year member to be recognized this year
o 50-year member to be recognized this year
o 55+ year member
o First-time attendee
o Guest/Non-Member
Special requests:
(Check all that apply) o Diabetic
o Vegetarian
o Allergies (Please list__________________________)
o Visual (Seating near speaker)
o Visual (Large print material needed)
o Hearing impaired
o Mobility: Wheelchair space
o Special assistance
All Meals MUST be purchased in advance: Prices include tax and gratuity
Event Day Cost Total
Registration Fee (Required for attendance)
Postmarked BY March 1
Postmarked March 2 or later
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$15
$25
Friday Night Dinner (For Current State Officers, Past State
Presidents, State Committee Chairman, State Committee Members,
District Directors, Chapter Presidents)
Select one: Mardi Gras Pasta_____
Sauteed Catfish Almandine_____
Friday 5:30-6:30 p.m. $35.00
Breakfast on your own Saturday Morning
Birthday Luncheon (Everyone) Saturday 12:30-2:30 p.m. $30.00
Presidents’ and Founders’ Banquet (Everyone) Saturday 6:00-9:00 p.m. $36.00
Sunday Breakfast (Everyone) Sunday 9:00-11:00 a.m. $21.00
TOTAL
Make checks payable to:
LA Delta Kappa Gamma Convention 2011
Mail check and completed registration form to:
Judy Rongey
160 Hibiscus Place
River Ridge, LA 70123
1.504.738.5112
Email: [email protected]
Registration deadline: March 1, 2011
No refunds or cancellations after March 2, 2011.
Corsage Information:
A pin-on corsage or wristlet is available for you and/or your
chapter president by purchasing from the convention florist.
Corsages can be picked up on Saturday afternoon at the
registration table. Each person/chapter is responsible for ordering
and paying for purchases from the florist.
Please mention Delta Kappa Gamma when ordering.
Convention Florist: Hunt for Flowers
1.504.392.2366
Deadline for placing orders: March 21, 2011
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District:
o C
o SW
o SE
o S
o NE
o NW
Nominations Committee Presents Slate for 2011-2013 Officers
Donna Kimball-Lerma, Chairman
The Committee on Nominations met in Baton Rouge on November 13, 2010. After carefully considering all
Recommendations for each office, the committee is pleased to present the following nominations for Epsilon
State Offices: President, Donnis Poe (Beta Sigma, Central); First Vice-President, Martha Turner (Alpha Rho,
Northwest); Second Vice-President, Pam Bond (Alpha Upsilon, Central); Recording Secretary, Kathye
Blackburn (Alpha Rho, Northwest).
Donnis Poe has been an active member of Beta Sigma since her initiation in 1999.
She has served her chapter as the Membership Committee Chairman, a member
of the Scholarship committee, First Vice-President, and President. At the state
level, Donnis attended the 2003 Bea Davis Leadership Seminar, served as the
Second Vice-President, and is presently the Central District Director. She
coordinated the 2009 Central District Meeting, co-chaired the 2007 Epsilon State
Convention, and has presented numerous workshops at the district and state
levels. Donnis is a 2010 Golden Gift Seminar recipient. Her Fall 2010 Bulletin
article, ―Creating a Delta Kappa Gamma Resume and Portfolio‖ mirrored the
presentation she delivered at the 2010 Delta Kappa Gamma International
Convention in Spokane. Her development of a Delta Kappa Gamma resume and
portfolio has created a trend for members to compile information specific to the
society involvement. Donnis is a 1977 graduate of Hicks High School and in
received a BS Degree in Business Education from Northwestern State University, and a Master of Public
Administration from Bellevue University. She has had experience in banking, secretarial positions at Louisiana
College and Beauregard Parish School Board, Teacher/Facilitator for the Vernon Parish School Board, and is
currently the College and Career Transitions Coordinator for the Louisiana Community and Technical College
System. Donnis attends East Leesville Baptist Church, and enjoys Delta Kappa Gamma, reading, cooking, and
working with the Helping Hands Storefront Ministries.
Martha Turner has been a member of Alpha Rho chapter since 1995. During that
time, she served as 2nd Vice-President, twice as President, Membership
Chairman, Professional Affairs Committee member, and is still the Finance
Committee Chairman for Alpha Rho. She held several positions on the Bossier-
Caddo Coordinating Council and was the 2002 Northwest District Meeting
Chairman. On the state level, she is presently Epsilon’s 2nd Vice-President, co-
chaired the 2010 State Convention, has been a member of and chaired the Finance
Committee for the last two bienniums, Parliamentary Advisor, and was a 2005
Bea Davis participant and instructor in 2007. Martha was also a 2008 Golden
Gift Seminar recipient, sang with the Golden Gift Class and was selected to
represent the Golden Gift Class in Chicago. She has presented workshops at the
district, state, regional, and international meetings, and has written, directed, sang,
danced, and performed skits. Martha is a 1973 Mansfield High graduate, and has
a B.S. Degree in Health, Physical and Safety Education, and Mathematics from
LA Tech University. She holds a M.Ed in Administration and Supervision from McNeese State. She also has a
Masters +30. Martha has been the Assistant Principal at Haughton High School since 1998. Her special
interests include being a Sunday School teacher, feeding the residents and guests of Grace Home (for terminally
ill cancer patients), cooking, working in her yard, reading cookbooks and historical romance novels, playing
with her puppy Chico, and cheering on the Bucs of Haughton High School.
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Nominations Committee Presents Slate for 2011-2013 Officers……Continued
Pam Bond, Alpha Upsilon member since 1996, has served her chapter as
Membership Chairman, Recording Secretary, Vice-President, President, and was
awarded Central District’s 2009 Rose in Bloom Award. On the state level, Pam has
served on the Ad Hoc Literacy Committee, been a member and chairman of the
Personal Growth and Service Committee, and served as Central’s District Director.
Pam is a 2007 Bea Davis Leadership Seminar graduate and presently serves as our
state Recording Secretary. She has presented state and regional workshops and
sang in the choirs at the state, regional, and international conventions. At the
regional level, Pam served on the Steering Committee for the 2007 SE Regional
Conference and served as Epsilon State’s member on the 2007-2010 International
Task Force to Study ΔΚΓ Society Committee Structure. Pam has 30 years
experience teaching Home Economics, second grade and kindergarten. She was the
Jena Elementary 2010 Teacher of the Year, and the 2010 LaSalle Parish Teacher of the Year. She is a 1972
graduate of New Iberia Senior High School, received her BS in Home Economics and MA in Early Childhood
Education from Northwestern State University and is currently pursuing a Masters plus 30. Her special
interests include the society, membership in The Chancel Choir, Hand Chimes Choir, and Salt and Light Ladies
Circle at Nolley Memorial United Methodist Church, grandchildren, traveling, reading, designing/creating
educational materials, mentoring young teachers, Relay for Life/American Cancer Association, St. Jude’s, and
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation International, and lifetime member of LaSalle Parish Friends of the
Library.
Kathye Blackburn was initiated in Alpha Rho in 1996. She served her chapter as
Corresponding Secretary and created a newsletter that received state recognition.
As chapter President, she instituted the Chapter Grant in Aid for First Year
Teachers and a Reception for Outstanding Women Educators in the Bossier Parish
School System. As the Research Chairman, Kathye requested her committee to
compile an electronic chapter/past president history, and led Alpha Rho to Gold
Key Chapter status for two years. On the state level, Kathye attended the 2007
Bea Davis Seminar, served as the 2007- 2009 Northwest District Director, and
received the 2009 Northwest District Rose in Bloom Award. She served and
chaired the Nominations Committee, chaired the Professional Affairs Committee,
and co-chaired the 2010 Epsilon State Convention in Shreveport. She has attended
numerous state, regional, and international conferences, participated and moderated skits, assisted with
workshops, and co-presented at the 2009 regional and 2010 international conventions. Kathye graduated from
LA Tech with a Masters +30 and began her teaching career at Airline High School in 1970 as a business
teacher. She was named Airline High Teacher of the Year in 1986 and 1997, and Bossier Parish Teacher of the
Year in 1986. Kathye is presently the Cooperative Office Education Coordinator for Bossier Parish and is a
Microsoft Office Specialist and IC3 Certified Instructor. Kathye attends Cypress Baptist Church, and enjoys
the National Business Education Association, reading, walking, and most of all, playing with her twin
grandchildren, now 5 years old.
NOMINATIONS COMMITTEE
At the November Nominations Committee meeting, the committee also considered recommendations for the
2011-2013 Nominations Committee. The following slate is presented to the membership:
Southwest, Frances Byler, (Alpha Kappa), Chairman Northeast, Dr. Lori Myers, (Theta)
South, Rebecca Allemand, (Kappa) Northwest, Jerry Malone, (Alpha Sigma)
Central, Phyllis Lee, (Psi) Southeast, Beth Dawson, (Alpha Mu)
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2010 District Awards….
DISTRICT
ROSEBUD
ROSE-IN-BLOOM
CHAPTER
ATTENDANCE
Central Betsy Warwick
Alpha Upsilon
Starla Clark
Alpha Upsilon
Alpha Pi
Northeast
Heather Harp Doles
Alpha Alpha
Margaret Coleman
Theta
Alpha Nu
Northwest
Intha Fields
Beta Omicron
Wanda Gunn
Alpha Sigma
Alpha Sigma
South
Paula Hotard
Kappa
Linda Peirce
Alpha Psi
Alpha Psi
Southeast
Darla Foley
Rho
Dr. Gwen Traylor
Omicron
Beta Tau
Southwest
Hope Hebert
Alpha Epsilon
Glenetta Shuey
Alpha Kappa
Chi
! ! ! ! W A N T E D ! ! ! !
Epsilon State Sisters to attend the Beatrice Davis Leadership Seminar to be held June 10-12,
2011, at Woodworth, LA. Come and enjoy a fun weekend with your sisters. There will be
leadership training, games, afternoon tea, and more leadership training.
The Epsilon State website is the place to go to download the application. Just follow the
instructions and send it to Jean Patterson, Box 115, Pelican, LA 71063 by January 15, 2011.
I n M e m o r i a m
Evelyn Wagnon (State President 1967-69)--Alpha Kappa--Southwest District
Aimee Margaret Brady—Upsilon--South District
Donna Shields—Alpha Chi--Southwest District
Helen Hortman—Nu--Northwest District
Deborah Nelson—Gamma Eta--Southeast District
Annie Ruth Millican-Alpha Eta--Southeast District
Mary Rives Gallaspy (State Secretary 1959-61), Mu Chapter--Northwest District
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MISSON STATEMENT
The Delta Kappa Gamma International promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education.
P l a n t o a t t e n d t h e E p s i l o n S t a t e C o n v e n t i o n March 25 – 27, 2011 i n K e n n e r , L o u i s i a n a
The Louisiana Deltion
Wanda Lemoine, Deltion Editor
P.O. Box 34
Coushatta, LA 71019
NON-PROFIT ORG.
PRSRT STD
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NATCHITOCHES, LA 71457
Sharon Hornsby, Omicron Chapter SE, was named 2010 Administrator of the Year by the Louisiana State
Association of Career and Technical Education. She will compete in the Regional Awards during early spring,
2011. Sharon also made three national presentations this fall.
Congratulations to Tammie Arcement, Kappa S, who received her National Board Certification.
Renee Ward, Omega NE, received the national Milken Education Award which included a $25,000 cash prize.
She was one of only two Louisiana teachers and 55 nationally who received this award. Renee also receives an
all-expense-paid trip to Los Angeles to participate in the Milken Educator Forum focused on strategies for
advancing teacher effectiveness.
Karen Lee, Beta Alpha, NW, Claiborne Parish Elementary Teacher of the Year
Lisa Long, Beta Alpha, NW, Outstanding American Award
Alpha Kappa SW, Rachel Benoit, was named Elementary Parish Teacher of the Year
Ernestine Freeman was named Jefferson Davis Parish Volunteer of the Year
Congratulations to Mrs. Maple Book, Alpha Upsilon, C, for being elected to the LaSalle Parish School Board.
Mary Georgiafandis, Zeta, NW, was elected President of the Caddo Retired Teachers Association.
Donnis Poe, Beta Sigma C, article ―The Delta Kappa Gamma Resume and Portfolio‖ in Fall 2010 Bulletin
Sarah Broussard, Alpha Omega SW, poem ―Green is My Favorite Color‖ in Fall 2010 Bulletin
Robbie LeBlanc poem, Chi SW, ―The Technology of Teaching‖ in Summer 2010 Bulletin
Carolyn Bienvenu, Alpha Omega SW, poem ―Southern Freeze‖ in Summer 2010 Bulletin
Terri Simpson, Alpha Gamma, SW, has added yet another feather to her cap. She was chosen as one of the
National School Board Association's "20 to Watch" for 2010-2011.
Judy Davidson, Alpha Gamma SW, and the Calcasieu Parish Public Library staff received the Highsmith
Library Innovation Award in Washington, D.C. this summer. The award was given for the Library Champions
yard sign project to encourage children to read during the summer.
Suellen Lamb, Beta Tau, SE took a Third Place in the Michigan Poetry Society Fall Contest with the poem,
"Shattered Star," written about a former student who went through some bad times. Thankfully, he has now
gotten his life "back on track." On October 17, 2010 the Louisiana State Poetry Society held their Fall Festival.
There were seven categories to enter. Suellen took three First, one Second, and one Honorable Mention.
Alpha Sigma, NW, sends congratulations to their newest member Nancy Yoder who was recognized at State
PTA Educator of Distinction for 2009-2010.
Dr. Darlene Williams, Psi, C, will participate in Int’l Week in Paris. She received the Special Recognition
Award by the Sabine Hall of Fame for her hard work and determination in the field of education.
Yvonne Busby, Psi, C, was recently named as the First Lady of the 2010 Tamale Fiesta in Zwolle. She and her
Library Club also maintain the Tamale Fiesta Scrapbook.
Northeast District chapter Alpha Alpha members participated in a Christmas Pajama Project with Wellspring, a
center for abused families in Morehouse Parish. They purchased, wrapped, and delivered pajamas or nightgowns
and books to the children in time for Christmas.
The Louisiana
Deltion
The Louisiana
Deltion is
published three
times a year: fall,
winter, and
spring/summer in
Natchitoches, LA.,
by the Epsilon
State, Louisiana.
The Delta Kappa
Gamma Society
International
P.O. Box 34
Coushatta, LA
71019
Deadlines are
August 1,
December 1, and
April 1,
respectively
Please send
correspondence to
Wanda Lemoine,
Deltion Editor P.O.
Box 34 Coushatta
LA 71019 Email: [email protected]
Around the State **If you know of
someone who is not
receiving their copy
of the Deltion, please
let me know.
Label addresses
come from
International and
must be updated
with them.
Any change of
information also
needs to be sent to
the Epsilon State
Executive Secretary.
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