Chapter Programs
The First Vice-President of Alpha Chapter facilitates the planning and implementation of program presentation. Several factors are involved with the successful program process in Alpha Chapter.
Tradition and observation of research about what makes successful and meaningful programs are used as the program agenda is developed for each biennium.
• Chapter members are surveyed to discover interests and needs.
• A variety of methods and techniques for presenting program information are used.
• Adult learning research is used in planning programs.
• Use of individual member expertise, knowledge and skills are valued and used.
• A team approach is used to ensure a broad and useful base of interesting information in presentations.
In addition to traditional and proven methods for program planning and development, the planners make extensive use of current international and state themes as highlighted in recent publications, training and communication.
The foundation for chapter programs is exemplified in our international mission statement:
Delta Kappa Gamma promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education.
The Program Plan for 2012-2013:
September 10, 2012 The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International
Headquarters
Honoring Our Legacy, Building Our Future
6:30 pm Arrival and Gathering
7:00 pm Ceremony and Celebration, Refreshments: Yearbook Committee
Program Title: The Annual Initiation Ceremony for New Members
DKG Purpose: To honor women who have given or who evidence a potential
for distinctive service in any field of education.
Program Summary: The initiation of new members will be conducted
under the direction of the Ceremonies Committee.
Program Facilitator: Evelyn Farmer, President, Alpha Chapter
Closing: The Delta Kappa Gamma Song
October 1, 2012 Westminster Presbyterian Church
Honoring Our Legacy, Building Our Future
6:15 pm Gather, Nametags, Refreshments: Achievement Awards Committees
6:45 pm Program and Business Meeting
Program Topic: The AVID Program
Program Title: Honoring our legacy and building our future by learning about a program to assist underachieving students.
DKG Purpose: To inform the members of current economic, social, political and educational issues so they may participate effectively in a world society.
Program Summary: Dr. Amanda Hines, director of the AVID program (Advancement Via Individual Determination) in Austin ISD, will present an overview of the curriculum for this program.
Program Facilitator: Joan Fisher
Closing: The Delta Kappa Gamma Song
November 5, 2012 Westminster Presbyterian Church
Honoring Our Legacy, Building Our Future
6:15 pm Gather, Nametags, Refreshments: Constitution, Bylaws, Rules Committee
6:45 pm Program and Business Meeting
Program Topic: Firewise Landscaping.
Program Title: Honoring our legacy and building our future by learning about ways to landscape to prevent wildfires.
DKG Purpose: To stimulate the personal and professional growth of members and to encourage their participation in appropriate programs of action.
Program Summary: Jackie Johnson, Travis County Master Gardener, will present methods to use in landscaping to prevent wildfires around a home or business.
Program Facilitator: Joan Fisher
Closing: The Delta Kappa Gamma Song
December 3, 2012 Westminster Presbyterian Church
Honoring Our Legacy, Building Our Future
6:15 pm Gather, Nametags, Refreshments: Educational Excellence/Programs Committee
6:45 pm Program
Program Topic: Anita Uphaus Early Childhood Center
Program Title: Honoring our legacy and building our future through a tour of a new educational facility.
DKG Purpose: To advance the professional interest and position of women in education.
Program Summary: Anita Uphaus, Alpha Chapter member, will provide a tour of the Anita Uphaus Early Childhood Center.
Program Facilitator: Joan Fisher
Other Program Activities: Music Committee
Closing: The Delta Kappa Gamma Song
February 4, 2013 Westminster Presbyterian Church
Honoring Our Legacy, Building Our Future
6:15 pm Gather, Nametags, Covered Dish Meal: Ceremonies Committees
6:45 pm Program and Business Meeting
Program Topic: Women and Heart Disease
Program Title: Honoring our legacy and building our future by learning about way to prevent heart disease in women.
DKG Purpose: To inform members of current economic, social, political and educational issues so they may effectively participate in a world society.
Program Summary: A representative from the American Heart Association will present information on prevention, early warning signs, and special effects on women and heart disease.
Program Facilitator: Joan Fisher
Other Activities: Music Committee
Closing: The Delta Kappa Gamma Song
March 4, 2013 Westminster Presbyterian Church
Honoring Our Legacy, Building Our Future
6:15 pm Gather, Nametags, Refreshments: Technology Committee
6:45 pm Program and Business Meeting
Program Topic: Legislative Update
Program Title: Honoring our legacy and building our future by becoming informed about legislation pertaining to education in the state of Texas.
DKG Purpose: To initiate, endorse, and support desirable legislation or other suitable endeavors in the interests of education and of women educators.
Program Purposes: To hear about first hand experiences of community efforts to promote leadership growth for women of all ages in our area.
Program Summary: Representative Donna Howard, the representative from District 40 in the Texas House of Representatives, will give an update on legislation pertaining to educational issues in the current session.
Program Facilitator: Joan Fisher
Other Activities: Music Committee
Closing: The Delta Kappa Gamma Song
April 1, 2013 Westminster Presbyterian Church
Honoring Our Legacy, Building Our Future
6:15 pm Gather, Nametags, Refreshments: Professional Affairs Committee
6:45 pm Program and Business Meeting
Program Topic: The annual necrology ceremony and presentation of attendance and achievement awards.
Program Title: Honoring our legacy by participating in a necrology ceremony for 2012-2013 and building our future by honoring members with achievement awards.
DKG Purpose: To honor women who have given or who evidence a potential for distinctive service in any field of education.
Program Summary: Tribute will be given to honored members in the annual necrology ceremony. Awards for attendance and achievement will be given.
Program Facilitator: Necrology - Shannon Pearce; Attendance Awards – Dr. Karen Duke; and Achievement Awards – Dr. Barbara ten Brink.
Other Activities: Music Committee
Closing: The Delta Kappa Gamma Song
May 4, 2013 Location: to be announced
Honoring Our Legacy, Building Our Future
10:00 am Annual Founder’s Day Celebration
DKG Purpose: To unite women educators of the world in a genuine spiritual fellowship.
Program Summary: The luncheon will feature a ceremony honoring our founders and members who have given distinctive service to the society.
Program Facilitator: Evelyn Farmer, President, Alpha Chapter
Closing: The Delta Kappa Gamma Song