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NEWS Jan/Feb 2020

Leading Women Educators Impacting Education Worldwide

Sadowski
Tops List of
Candidates
M eet the candidates! Elections for
officers for the 2020-2022 biennium
will feature a slate proposed by the Interna-
Achievement Winner
Remembered

tional Nominations Committee that includes

two nominees for Second Vice President; a
nominee from the floor for the position of
Member-at-Large; and an open nomination
for the European Representative to the
International Nominations Committee.
Why Proposed
Amendments Matter
President | Rebecca (Becky) Sadowski First Vice President
Becky, nominee for International Presi- Dr. Lace Marie
dent, currently serves as International First Brogden
Vice President. A member since 1989, she Lace, nominee
previously served in leadership positions at for First Vice Pres-
all levels, including president of Tennessee ident, is Dean of
State Organization, Southeast Regional Education at Lau-
Actions from Nov.
Director, and International Second Vice rentian University. A Admin. Board Mtg.
President. She participated as a member of member for 25 years, she is a past president
the Golden Gift Fund Committee and chaired of Saskatchewan State Organization and
the International Leadership Development presently serves as International Second
and Membership committees. Sadowski is Vice President. Other DKG positions include
a retired university department of education Northeast Regional Director, Canadian Area
chair. Committed to supporting DKG’s Representative, and International Leadership
mission and vision, she is dedicated to the Development and International Scholarship
2020 Convention
Society’s advancement. committees. See NOMS p. 4-6 Speakers Revealed

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Mind the GAPP! By Cathy P. Daugherty, RP

2018-2020 International President

G aps create spaces between objects. Sometimes a gap is an irritant, a trap, or even a nui-
sance, such as a gap between teeth, buttons on a blouse, or a window and its sill on a cold,
windy day. Quite often, however, gaps are useful as bridges from one segment to another or as a
receptacle for materials that fit neither one area nor another. Slipping a piece of paper between
two books on a shelf marks where to insert another item later. Filling a void with a plant provides
visual appeal and cleaner air in a room. Gaps offer both challenges and solutions depending on
their perception.
DKG has a gap — aptly named GAPP: Guidelines And items to GAPP. Many of the proposed amendments
Policies/Procedures — that functions as a depository for (PAs) to be addressed at this convention deal with
materials that are necessary for the function of the So- moving items from the Constitution/ISR to GAPP. Most
ciety and its committees but not necessary for inclusion will be grouped in the consent agenda and fall into one
in our governing documents. GAPP includes international of three categories: guidelines, policies, or procedures.
committee guidelines and general materials to aid in the Although some international committee duties need
Society’s operation. GAPP documents, housed on the to be included in governing documents to maintain an
website under Governing Docs, come under the purview informed voting body, the HOW of their implementation
of one or the other of our elected boards, making it easier is better served in GAPP. Guidelines represent an over-
for necessary updates to be addressed in a timely fash- view of tasks and suggest ideas on how to approach
ion. They include such items as Conflict of Interest, Hold them; policies provide overarching guiding principles;
Harmless, Non-dues Revenue Partnership Process, Invest- and procedures generally address steps for implemen-
ment Policy, etc. tation and provide consistency during the process. The
Through voting at the 2020 DKG International Con- following explanation derived from several websites*
vention in Philadelphia, members may add additional illustrates the differences among the three terms.

Guidelines Policies Procedures

Have a general focus Have widespread application Have a narrower focus
Are recommended but not mandatory Are non-negotiable, change infre- Are subject to change and continuous
quently improvement
Can be detailed or open-ended for Are expressed in broad terms Are a more detailed description of
flexibility activities
Can be statements of HOW, WHO, Are statements of WHAT and/or WHY Are statements of HOW, WHEN and/
WHEN, WHERE, WHAT or WHO and sometimes WHAT
Suggest a process Answer major operational issues Detail a process

*Sources used for the table content: The speed at which our world operates dictates that DKG act more
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/20140611162901- expediently than it has in the past. Retaining guidelines, policies, and
223517409-difference-between-guideline-procedure- procedures in our governing documents limits our flexibility as an
standard-and-policy
organization. These can be more easily updated if they are included
https://www.peerlyst.com/posts/the-difference-be-
tween-policies-standards-procedures-and-guide- in GAPP. Minding the GAPP for DKG offers another solution for sim-
lines-chiheb-chebbi plifying our governing documents and provides important operational
https://www.ucop.edu/ethics-compliance-audit-ser- information in a location maintained on the website and easily ac-
vices/_files/policy-toolkit/policy-or-procedure.pdf
cessed by members.

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2018-2020 ADMINISTRATIVE BOARD

International President Regional Directors Members-at-large
Cathy P. Daugherty, RP, Virginia Europe 2016-2020
cathyd@dkg.org Ingibjörg Jónasdóttir, Iceland June M. Bowers, Nebraska
First Vice President ij@host.is bowersjunem@yahoo.com
Becky Sadowski, Tennessee Northeast 2018-2022
beckysadowski@hotmail.com Jane D. Tanner, New York Connie Rensink, Texas
Second Vice President tannerj@sunyocc.edu connie.rensink@yahoo.com
Dr. Lace Marie Brogden, Saskatchewan Northwest Area Representatives
lbrogden@laurentian.ca Dr. Donna Niday, Iowa Canada
Executive Director dniday@iastate.edu Betty Rose, Alberta
Nita R. Scott, CAE, Texas Southeast bettymrose@shaw.ca
nitas@dkg.org Elaine D. Warwick, Tennessee Latin America
Parliamentarian elainewarwick@att.net Aurora Vignau, Nuevo León
Dr. Helen Popovich, PRP, Florida Southwest aurora.vignau.dkg@gmail.com
hpopovich@mac.com Marilyn Gregory, Texas
Immediate Past President marilyngregory8@aol.com
Carolyn H. Pittman, Arkansas
carolyn.pittman@yahoo.com

NEWS Editor | Judith R. Merz, Ed.D.

Assistant Editor and Graphic Design | Taylor Osborn

Whitney Remembered as
Dynamic DKG Leader
R emembered for her dedication to DKG and Texas State Organi-
zation, 2006 International Achievement Award recipient Sandy
Whitney died December 9, 2019 in El Paso, Texas.
Outstanding presenter, presider, facilitator, chairman, and speaker
are descriptors of Whitney’s contributions to Texas State Organization,
the Southwest Region, and the International Society. She was keynote
speaker and workshop presenter at more than 23 state organizations
and conventions during her service to the Society.
At the international level, Whitney served as 2004-2006 international
first vice president and on the Educational Foundation Board of Trustees,
2002-2004 international second vice-president, and 2000-2002 south-
west regional director. She also served on the International Leadership
Development Committee, the ad hoc Focus 2000 Committee and the 1998
International Convention steering committee. See WHITNEY p. 8

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From NOMS p.1

Second Vice President Member-at-Large

June M. Bowers Elaine Warwick
June, a 42-year member, Elaine Warwick, Tennessee,
is nominated for Second Vice will be nominated from the floor
President. She has held all for Member-at-Large for 2020-
key offices in Nebraska State 2024. She has been a member
Organization, served as Northwest Regional Director, since 1975, currently serves as Southeast Regional
and is currently completing her second term as Interna- Director, and has previously served as chair of the Inter-
tional Member-at-Large. June was instrumental in the national Educators Award Committee and member of the
formation of the Arts and Humanities Jury, serving as its International Nominations and Personnel committees.
chair, and has also served as chair of the Strategic Plan A past president, first and second vice president, and
Committee for the Administrative Board. executive secretary of Tennessee State Organization,
Second Vice President she also received her state organization’s achievement
Jane D. Tanner award.
Jane, nominated for Second Europe Regional Director
Vice President, has served New Margarita Hanschmidt
York State Organization in many Margarita, nominee for
capacities. She has served on Europe Regional Director, is a
the International Finance Com- founding member of DKG Esto-
mittee and the Golden Gift Fund nia State Organization and past
Committee. She has chaired the DKG Educational Foun- state organization president.
dation and is the current Northeast Regional Director. Two Estonia chapters were
Member-at-Large organized under her leadership. Having served on the
Cynthia (Cyndy) Moore International Membership and Expansion committees,
Cynthia, Member-at-Large she hopes to encourage members to embrace benefits
nominee, presently is an Inter- and leadership opportunities the Society offers.
national Speakers Fund speaker NE Regional Director
and serves on the Alberta State Dr. Debra (Debbie) LeBlanc
Organization Constitution Debbie, inducted in 1999, is
Bylaws Committee. She previ- nominated for Northeast Region-
ously served on the International Educational Excellence al Director. She has served on
Committee as chair, on the International Membership three international committees
Committee, and as Saskatchewan State Organization and as Illinois State Organization
president and parliamentarian. Cyndy was inducted into president. She has an optimistic
the Society in 2004. perspective coupled with problem-solving and listening
skills. Debbie states, “As regional director my goal is to
strengthen and support women educators.”

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NW Regional Director New Brunswick School District Technology Supervisor

Barbara Clausen and has mentored teachers at the Canadian School of
Barbara, a 41-year member Sino-Canada in Senzhen, China, and International School
from Washington State Orga- of Bejing, China.
nization, is the nominee for Area Representative (Latin
Northwest Regional Director. America) | Grace Rodriguez-Mesa
She served her state organization as president, first vice Grace, past state organiza-
president, and parliamentarian. Currently serving as the tion president of Panama, is the
World Fellowship Committee chair, she previously served nominee for Area Representative
on the Constitution Committee. Barbara will bring her Latin America. As chair of her
strategic planning skills to the administrative board. school improvement plan, she
SE Regional Director helped Kobbe Elementary School
Candace (Candi) Martin receive the Excellence in Education Award from the U.S.
Candi, nominee for South- Department of Defense. Grace is eager to meet and work
east Regional Director, currently with other DKG members.
serves on the International Finance | Nancy Davis
Membership Committee. She Nancy, past state organi-
has served as Southeast Rep- zation president and treasurer
resentative to the U.S. Forum. of Tennessee for 10 years, is a
She was Arkansas State Organization president for two nominee for the International
successive biennia from 2013-2017. Candi will nurture Finance Committee. A music
leadership potential in others. educator for 40 years, Nancy has
SW Regional Director shared her talent in workshops
Janis Barr and as the International Music Representative (now
Janis, a 33-year member, is known as the Fine Arts Coordinator). She served on the
nominated for Southwest Re- International Educational Excellence Committee and has
gional Director. She has served attended numerous conventions and conferences.
California State Organization as Finance | Glenda Reynolds
president, second vice president, Glenda, nominee for the
and recording secretary. As a International Finance Commit-
current member of the International Leadership Commit- tee, is a past Northwest Regional
tee, she helped train new state organization presidents. Director. She has held many
A former school administrator, she has experience in positions in Wyoming State
leadership, technology, and mentoring. Organization and presently
Area Representative (Canada) serves on the International
Marjorie Sinclair Non-Dues Revenue Committee. Glenda has served at the
Marjorie, nominated for Area international level on the Educational Excellence Com-
Representative Canada, has mittee, Expansion Committee, and as chair of the former
presented workshops at DKG Communications and Publicity Committee.
conferences since her induction
in 2010. She was formerly the

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Finance | Shelia Wilkinson secretary for Florida State Organization. Carrie views
Shelia, Kentucky State this role as requiring one to be confidential, impartial,
Treasurer, is a nominee for the and ethical.
International Finance Com- SW Nominations
mittee. Her understanding of Dr. Karen M. Duke
accounting makes her an expe- Karen is the nominee for
rienced candidate for this position. Shelia is prepared to the International Nominations
apply her 30 years of teaching upper-level math skills to Committee representing the
assist in keeping the Society vibrant and viable. Southwest. She currently serves
NE Nominations | Karen Crumley on the International Education
Karen, a past president and Foundation Board of Trustees.
current executive secretary of She was elected as the first Southwest Regional Repre-
New York State Organization, sentative to the U.S. Forum. Karen served as Program
is the nominee for the Interna- and Membership Services Administrator at Headquarters
tional Nominations Committee for 3 years.
representing the Northeast. She Educational Foundation
has served on the Holden Fund Dr. Judith (Judy) Carlson
Committee, including as chair in 2017. Karen is presently Judith, nominee for Trustee
serving as the chair of the International Non-Dues of the DKG Educational Founda-
Revenue Committee. tion (EF), served as president of
NW Nominations North Carolina State Organiza-
Dr. Phyllis VanBuren tion. She was a driving force in
Phyllis, a past president of establishing the North Carolina
Minnesota State Organization DKG EF. Judith was a member of the U.S. Forum Steer-
and a past Northwest Regional ing Committee that planned the first National Legislative
Director, is the nominee for Seminar in Washington, D.C.
the International Nominations Educational Foundation
Committee representing the Sandra (Sandi) Causey
Northwest. She is presently serving on the International Sandra, nominee for Trustee
Educators Book Award Committee. Phyllis has presented of the DKG Educational Founda-
speeches in Spanish in Baja California, Costa Rica, and tion, was a founding director and
Nashville. officer of the Texas State Organi-
SE Nominations | Carrie Frye zation Educational Foundation.
Carrie is the nominee for the She has chaired the International
International Nominations Com- Finance Committee. Sandi serves on the DKG ad hoc
mittee representing the South- committee to pursue the merger of the DKG EF and the
east. She has been active at all DKG Supporting Corporation.
levels of the Society through
workshops, committees, and
participation at conventions and
conferences. Currently, Carrie is serving as the executive

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From a Director’s Desk

A newly developed Philanthropy Report provides a superior picture of the financial reach
of DKG. This wonderful marketing tool for members and nonmembers alike is developed
from reports submitted by chapters and state organizations. Each year, the chapter treasurer
completes Form 15, which includes financial information sent to the state organization trea-
Phyllis Hickey, surer. The state organization treasurer then completes Form 16, a compilation of information
Strategic Outreach at both the chapter and state organization level. The number and financial total of scholarships
Director
and grants-in-aid awarded each year are reported on the form sent yearly to International.
Many donate to the
DKG Philanthropy Report | 2018-2019 Fiscal Year Society’s international
project, Schools for Africa.
Schools for
Schools for Africa
Africa $35,197.53
Since the program started
in 2010, members have
Educational Foundation
Educational Foundation
$62,105.40 | 36 awards contributed $419,449.28
(as of June 30, 2019). DKG
International Grants-In-Aid
International Grants-In-Aid $98,500.00 | 23 recipients: $92k | 11 extensions: $6.5k
$98,500.00
is impacting education in
(World Fellowship Awards)
13 countries in sub-Saha-
International Scholarships
International Scholarships $104,000.00 | 12 awards
$104,000.00
ran Africa. The Schools
for Africa mission involves
State Org. Grants-In-Aid
State Organization Grants-In-Aid
$45,157.00 | 135 awards providing access to qual-
ity basic education for
State Org. Scholarship
State Organization Scholarship $151,718.44 | 260 awards children, focusing on girls,
orphans, and other vul-
Chapter Grants-In-Aid
Chapter G ra nts-1 n-A id nerable youngsters. More
$1,034,670.08 | 2,809 awards $1,034,670.08
information is available on
Chapter Scholarship
Chapter Scholars hip
$169,186.58
$169,186.58
| 566 awards the Society website.

$0.00 $200,000.00 $400,000.00 $600,000.00 $800,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $1,200,000.00

Total: $1,700,535.03

The Delta Kappa Gamma Educational Foundation has World Fellowship awards have been given in the
awarded more than $4.1 million since it started in 1964. amount of $3,699,600 since 1960. This program supports
The mission is to improve, enrich, and encourage intercul- students from outside the United States in studying for
tural understanding and educational excellence. For more advanced degrees or doctorates at a university in the
information, go to the DKGEF website. United States or at specified universities in Canada.
International scholarships in the amount of $5,750,000 In the 2018-2019 fiscal year, with 54 out of 78
have been awarded since 1940. This support is available state organizations reporting, DKG has distributed
only to members who are working on a doctorate or pur- $1,700,535.03. Wow! This is worth celebrating. We truly
suing other graduate study. For more information, view the are a living example of the DKG vision statement: Leading
flyer here. Women Educators Impacting Education Worldwide.

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Proposed Amendments 2020:

Why they Matter
A gain this biennium, members have proposed more than 100
amendments to the DKG governing documents. The good news
is that more than half will be presented as consent agenda items —
In order to serve members better on a
fiscal level, both committees have endorsed
a merger. The Golden Gift Fund itself, which
i.e., those that are not controversial but that convention attendees exists on donations from members, will re-
still have the right to pull, discuss, and vote on individually should main intact; however, the work of the Golden
they choose to do so. The remaining proposed amendments will go Gift Fund Committee will become the respon-
to the floor for discussion and vote. In most cases, these fall into a sibility of the Leadership Development Com-
category designated by the topic they address. Some of the more in- mittee. During the first year of the biennium,
teresting categories for members will be shared via this column in the the newly designed committee will focus on
next few issues of the DKG NEWS and also in the issue of the Bulletin: training elected/appointed officers at the
Collegial Exchange that will be published prior to the convention. state organization level, which the current
The stories behind these proposals represent the WHY of their be- Leadership Development Committee already
ing put forward and the anticipated results should they be approved in addresses. In the second year of the bienni-
Philadelphia in 2020. The stories are told to inform, to prepare, and to um, the committee will select recipients of
clarify the issues surrounding each proposal as members prepare to the Golden Gift Fund Awards, who will attend
vote at the 2020 DKG International Convention. the biennial Leadership Management Semi-
nar, now called DKG Ignite: Leaders Empower-
WHY Combine the Work of the Leadership Development and Golden ing Leaders.
Gift Fund Committees? Merging the Leadership Development and
Providing professional leadership development opportunities is key the Golden Gift Fund committees will bring
to the mission and vision of DKG. Membership in the Society attracts DKG leadership training under one commit-
women who elect to further their leadership experiences and make tee with one united message. This is a more
a difference in whatever they undertake. Currently, two international cost-effective use of human resources and
committees — Leadership Development and Golden Gift Fund — ad- reflects the best stewardship of members’
dress similar purposes. They both provide professional leadership dues. Combining the work of these two com-
development for members throughout the organization. Leadership mittees makes sense and saves cents while
is their commonality. simplifying the work of the Society.

From WHITNEY p.3 Whitney was described as the epitome of a dynamic DKG leader. Serving 6 years on the
International Administrative Board while continuing her job as principal of a middle school demonstrated her com-
mitment to both education and the Society. She served as leader or team member with equal aplomb. She applied her
vast knowledge of DKG and offered logical thinking, realistic solutions, and optimistic visions for the organization.
From her induction into Texas Eta Kappa Chapter in 1975 to her death as a member of Texas Mu Kappa Chapter,
she served her chapters in numerous positions, including president of Eta Kappa. She also assumed many leadership
positions in Texas State Organization, including president from 1995 to 1997.
Whitney earned an undergraduate degree at Phillips University in Enid, Oklahoma, and a master’s degree in educational
administration from the University of Texas at El Paso. She became principal of Vista Hills Elementary School in 1990, and
during her 13-year tenure, the school was recognized for exemplary status and high academic student performance.

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Ask Annie DEADLINES

Dear Annie, January 3
I was reading the major actions by DKGEF Project applications
the Administrative Board (November
January 6
2019) and saw an authorization for a real Convention presentation
estate advisory group to “commence a proposals
marketing effort to sell the fee simple February 1
interest in the DKG downtown Austin DKGEF Professional
campus.” I would like to know how you Development applications
feel about this step in moving forward. February 1
International Scholarship
—Cautiously Curious applications
February 15
Dear Cautiously Curious, Remember my statement: “Be progres- Submissions to DKG Fine
Every step counts. I never had an sive. Keep up with the moving world Arts Gallery
office at headquarters but know its cre- while not discarding what in the old has
ation was a grand adventure and wise value. But, don’t cling to the old when HQ CLOSED
purchase. Sometimes we outgrow our it’s worth has passed. Don’t be a person
‘residences’ in many ways. The building so set in your views that nothing can December 21-January 5
has been well-cared for over the years, change you.” I would ask whether DKG is Winter holidays
but expenses for maintenance and prop- defined by our building or by our mission January 20
erty taxes are very high. The estimated and vision? What are the possibilities U.S. Martin Luther King Jr.
appraisal that has been shared by mar- of increasing our impact on education holiday
ket professionals would be lucrative. worldwide with the potential revenue? February 17
U.S. Presidents’ holiday

Share Your Creative Talents this Spring

With the new year comes a new DKG Fine Arts Whether your passion leans toward written or mu-
Gallery. The submission period is from January sical composition arts, performing arts, 2D or 3D visual
15-February 15. This is your opportunity to share arts, or even a combination of two of these, a category
creative and artistic talents with DKG members from is available for you. Visit the DKG Fine Arts Gallery site
around the world. at gallery.dkg.org to find out how to submit.
Interest in the gallery has been steadily growing Find out more about submitting to the Fine Arts
over the past year. For the Fall 2019 Gallery, 104 art- Gallery and meet some exhibitors and the Arts and
ists submitted 174 works, of which 147 were accept- Humanities Jury members by attending the work-
ed. The talents of these members are a joy to behold! shop at the international convention in Philadelphia
this summer. Get inspired and share your talents in a
future gallery.

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2019-2020 World Fellowship Recipients

Fellowship Recipients Country Field of Study University
Narmeen Shafqat Pakistan Cyber Security Northeastern University
Rohina Seduqui Afghanistan Curriculum & Instruction Boston University
Tamoha Binte Siddiqui Bangladesh TESOL Michigan State University
Quuakamon Dejatiqongse Na Thailand Human Development & Psychology Harvard University
Ayudhya
Jihyun Kwon South Korea Criminology & Sociological Studies University of Toronto
Boluwatife Awonaile Nigeria Environmental Sciences University of Toronto
Scarlette Fenella Rivera Costa Rica Teaching of English American University
Ximena Carolina Pizarro Bore Chile Public Policy Georgia State University
Angela Katherine Leech Australia Peace and Justice University of San Diego
Dipela Jacoline Mondi South Africa TESOL and World Languages University of Georgia
Mila Jazmin Cantar Argentina Public Administration Cornell University
Neelam Moiz Pakistan Nursing University of Alberta
Saniya Ashraf Pakistan Computer Science Florida State University
Zhanar Tostubayeva Kazakhstan Special Education Lehigh University
Luisa Rodrigues Felix Dalla Brazil Environmental Design University of Calgary
Vecchia
Fitria Andayani Indonesia Journalism University of Missouri
Paola Lorena Carrion Aviles Ecuador Biology McGill University
Sol Magali Lopez Cortez Argentina Linguistics SUNY Buffalo
Monyrath Buntoun Cambodia Computer Science Syracuse University

Fellowship Extension Country Field of Study University

Deniz Akyel Turkey Early Childhood Education Kent State University
Gugulethu Thandeka Moyo Turkey Nutritional Sciences Texas Tech University
Tipsuda Chaomuangkhong Thailand TESOL Arizona State University
Shikha Gupta India Rehabilitation Science Queen’s University
Quynh Nguyen Vietnam Art/Painting/Drawing University of Tennessee
Shafinaz Sameen Bangledash Urban Planning University of Illinois
Saeideh Salimpour Iran Industrial & Manufacturing Systems University of Windsor
Engineering
Maria Elisa Dugo Argentina Global Environmental Policy American University
Tanjheela Jahan Bangladash Pharmaceutical Science Pharmaceutics Queen’s University
Antonella Pappolla Argentina Educational Policy Studies University of Wisconsin

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2020 Society Representative Assignments by State Organization

State Organization Representative Date City
Alabama Elaine Warwick February 29  Montgomery
Alaska Nita Scott April 24-26  Ketchikan
Arizona Connie Rensink June 5-7  Phoenix
California Trish Woodley May 1-3  Santa Clara
Colorado Marilyn Gregory June 12-14  Montrose
Costa Rica Marilyn Gregory April 24-26 San José 
Estonia Betty Rose March 7  Tallinn
Finland Cathy Daugherty October 19  Turku
Georgia Phyllis Hickey April 17-18  Warner Robins
Hawaii Cathy Daugherty April 3-4 Turku
Idaho Becky Sadowski June 16-18  Caldwell
Illinois Cathy Daugherty April 24-26  St. Louis, MO
Jalisco Ingibjörg Jónasdóttir February 15  Guadalajara
Kansas Becky Sadowski April 17-19  Wichita
Kentucky Connie Rensink March 20-22  Lexington
Louisiana Trish Woodley March 20-22  Alexandria
Maine Phyllis Hickey May 1-3 Bangor 
Maryland Lace Brogden May 2  Bowie
Massachusetts Jane Tanner May 1-3  Plymouth
Michigan Jane Tanner April 24-26  Port Huron
Minnesota June Bowers June 16-17  St. Joseph
Montana Donna Niday June 15-16  Helena
Nebraska Elaine Warwick April 24-26  Grand Island
Nevada Jane Tanner March 27-28  Reno
New Brunswick Donna Niday May 29-30 Fredericton 
New Jersey Becky Sadowski March 27-29  Somerset
New Mexico Lace Brogden April 24-26  Gallup
North Carolina June Bowers May 1-3  Greensboro
North Dakota June Bowers June 2-3  Bismarck
Ohio Cathy Daugherty March 20-22  Dublin
Oklahoma Marilyn Gregory June 5-6  Oklahoma City
Oregon Aurora Vignau April 24-26  Silverton
Pennsylvania Connie Rensink June 12-14  State College
Rhode Island Dr. Lyn Schmid April 30  Cranston
South Carolina Betty Rose February 29  Columbia
South Dakota Becky Sadowski June 4-5  Yankton
Tennessee Trish Woodley June 3-6  Sewanee
Texas Aurora Vignau June 17-19  McAllen
The Netherlands Lyn Schmid May 16  TBD
Washington Helen Popovich April 24-25  Olympia
Wyoming Donna Niday April 25  Virtual Meeting

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Administrative Board Actions Nov. 2019

1. Adopted the items on the Consent Agenda: d. Approved professional staff salary adjustments.
a. 2018-2019 Audit. 8. Approved the collection of contributions to the
b. Employee Handbook – Directors 2019. Emergency Fund during the regional breakfasts at
c. Procedures for International Honorary Member the 2020 DKG International Convention.
Nomination (GAPP). 9. Appointed an ad hoc committee to evaluate the
d. International Non-dues Revenue Partnership effectiveness of DKG publications with its report due
Process (GAPP). at the May 2020 Administrative Board meeting.
e. The Delta Kappa Gamma International Scholar- 10. Set the registration fees for the 2020 DKG Interna-
ship Selection Process (GAPP). tional Convention as displayed:
f. The Delta Kappa Gamma World Fellowship Registration Only
Selection Process (GAPP). Early Bird (January 6 – March 6) $180 US
2. Authorized the Sayers Real Estate Advisory Group to Regular (March 7 – June 7) $200 US
commence a marketing effort to sell the fee simple with Late Fee (June 8) $300 US
interest in the DKG downtown Austin campus. Collegiate Member $100 US
3. Ratified a motion to merge the DKG Supporting Cor- Collegiate Member with Late Fee (June 8) $150 US
poration into The DKG Educational Foundation with Non-Member Registration Only $250 US
the new name, “The DKG International Educators Non-Member Registration Only (Late fee) $375 US
Foundation,” being established July 1, 2020. Member One Day (Registration Only) $85 US
4. Implemented an official DKG Dues Collection Pro- Member Two Day (Registration Only) $158 US
cess based on the evaluation and revision of the Combined Registration with Opening Night
process piloted by DKG Headquarters professional Event & Vision Luncheon – Early Bird $325 US
staff during the 2019 collection period. Combined Registration with Opening Night
5. Formed a task force to examine and analyze the Event & Vision Luncheon – Regular $345 US
elements of and needs for international member Combined Registration with Opening Night
states/countries and to propose long-term practices Event & Vision Luncheon – Late fee $450 US
and recommendations, for reporting at the May 2020 Guest $ 20 US
meeting. 11. Decided that one collegiate member registered by
6. Removed Society Endorsements, Executive Board, June 7th for the 2020 International Convention be
and Convention Actions from GAPP (Guidelines and awarded one (1) free “combined registration with
Policies/Procedures). opening night event and vision luncheon.”
7. Ratified the actions taken in Executive Session: 12. Recommended the Executive Board approve Tampa,
a. Created the professional staff position of Stra- Florida, as a potential site for an international
tegic Outreach Director and changed the title of conference in 2021.
Business Director to Finance Director. 13. Approved as an option for members on the 2020
b. Moved Phyllis Hickey to the position of Strategic DKG International Convention registration form the
Outreach Director and moved Peggy Jonas to the inclusion of professional development clock hours
position of Finance Director, effective January 1, (30 hours) at the cost of $50 U.S.
2020. 14. Reviewed all proposed amendments to the DKG
c. Updated the Headquarters organizational chart Constitution and ISR and recommended “to adopt” or
to reflect personnel changes. “not to adopt” each one.

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Educational Excellence, 31 ISF Speakers

the Heartbeat of DKG Eligible
T he Educational Excellence Committee (EEC) was originally pro-
posed during the revision of the Constitution in 2010 and has
been an integral part of the mission and Purposes of the Society since
I n October, the International Speakers
Fund (ISF) Committee was pleased to add
25 speakers to the official Speakers List for
that time. Nevertheless, after 9 years of expected implementation, the next 2 years. Eligible speakers on the list,
during EEC training the question still occasionally arises: “What is which is posted on the ISF page of dkg.org,
Educational Excellence?” now number 31. At the end of their 2 years,
Perhaps the question comes because the questioner is new to the speakers are eligible to apply to be on the list
organization, or perhaps the questioner is a new chair for Educational again. Speakers may not serve more than two
Excellence and overwhelmed by the vast array of materials available consecutive terms (a total of 4 years), but
on the website. Essentially, these many resources are available to help they may reapply after a 2-year hiatus. The
chapters and state organizations embrace the core of DKG’s effort to fund pays for an approved speaker’s travel
accomplish its mission through the Society’s programs, projects, and from her home country to the host coun-
activities. Specifically, per the Constitution (Article VIII, C. 1), the EEC try event. This is a wonderful opportunity
supports “excellence in education through programs of action that for increased international understanding,
encourage leadership, personal and professional development, global program enrichment, and personal growth
involvement, educational law and policy, and projects.” through the exchange of Society speakers
To avoid being overwhelmed by the breadth of choices and in- among member countries.
formation available, EEC members are encouraged to select a focus. The committee also approved three
This biennium, the International EEC’s goals connect directly to the requests for speakers for 2020. By coinci-
International Strategic Plan to include target areas in Goal 1: Sup- dence, all are from Canada. Cyndy Moore will
port Members; Goal 2: Provide Global Opportunities; Goal 3: Develop be going to Michigan, Ardis Roote will speak
Leaders; and Goal 4: Build Resources. Focus areas for this biennium in Finland, and Dianea Phillips will present
include supporting the international projects, Schools for Africa and in Nuevo León. Each speaker’s transfers,
Supporting Early Educators (SEE); advocating for educational law and housing, and meals are the responsibility of
policy; and promoting U.N. activities. the host state organization during the agreed
EEC members are also encouraged to implement critical thinking period of visitation. A speaker may be hosted
as both a means and an end. For example, during EEC chair training, in a member’s home during her stay. Many
questions about the purposes of the committee are welcomed to pro- speakers tell of the enriching experiences
voke thinking and provide a chance for greater understanding. Once a they have enjoyed while sharing their exper-
level of knowledge is established, the questions can provoke insights, tise abroad.
curiosity, clarity, and investment in outcomes. There is never enough The committee invites state organiza-
time to cover the vast array of EEC resources and how best to imple- tion presidents to consider requesting an
ment committee work. However, participants can continue questions ISF speaker for state organization events in
and conversations with their state organization leaders and committee 2020. The next deadline for requests is May
members. In addition, participants can reach out to the International 1. Speakers have taken part in cultural work-
EEC and find support from their regional representative. shops, symposia, leadership training, keynote
Imagine if the questions could continue within the state organiza- speeches, and more. State organizations are
tions to provoke deeper understanding among these See EEC p. 14 encouraged to make the most of a speaker’s
experience by involving her in multiple ways.

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Dues Process Affirmed

A fter discussing the newly implemented dues pro-
cess and results of the survey completed by 853
chapter and state organization treasurers, 2018-2020
3. Improving HQ’s side of the process by
a. confirming receipt of payment;
b. adding scholarship and other state fees to the
Administrative Board members approved the dues pro- program; and
cess in full at its November meeting. The new method will c. tallying the number of each member type on an
continue to be used to post dues. order.
The 2,180 chapter and state organization treasurers 4. Resolving various technical matters such as issues
in DKG received the survey in early fall for their review of with passwords and the search feature.
the new dues process. Graphs of overall results from 853 5. Providing more information to members about the
respondents (39%) were printed in the Nov/Dec issue of changes in the process.
the DKG NEWS. Some respondents also noted a concern about due
Treasurers were also asked what changes, if any, they dates within the process and about members receiving
would recommend to the program. Approximately 363 reminder emails from HQ rather than from chapter trea-
(46.6%) added comments that focused on five main areas: surers. Praise for current training and assistance from
1. Allowing electronic payments or bank drafts to HQ was balanced with requests for additional training.
reduce the number of checks written and sent to HQ Twenty respondents (2.34%) expressed a preference for
for processing. Within this suggestion were some the old system.
requests for members to be able to pay directly Many of the changes recommended will be imple-
online. mented with the software developer, such as adding the
2. Improving actual software functions, such as a member ID number to the search field and correcting the
user’s ability to search feature. HQ has added a training video link to the
a. save information and post payments later; chapter treasurers’ Chapter Connect and the state orga-
b. search by members’ numbers; nization treasurers’ State Connect in MyDKG. Training as-
c. drop members directly; and sistance will continue via chat, phone, and email, as well
d. separate current members from dropped members. as through workshops at the international convention.

From EEC p.13 constituencies. What if the question evolved to “How can we best operationalize and empower Edu-
cational Excellence within the organization so that we attract new educators, inspire current members, and secure the
future of DKG through continuous, strategic growth?” Imagine how the use of powerful questions or critical thinking
questions could engage participants in thoughtful integration of resources and other committees’ initiatives.
As educators, we understand the power of inquiry in the learning process. We also understand the positive impact
of project or problem-based learning. Members still in the classroom will welcome the chance to share or lead activi-
ties that directly relate to what they are doing every day in their work. Most importantly, the planning and implemen-
tation actually develop into a living example of educational excellence.

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From the City of Brotherly Love to the City

that Never Sleeps—July 12-16, 2020
A n amazing opportunity is available to DKG members following the international convention in Philadelphia in
July 2020: five days in the Big Apple taking in the sights, sounds, and flavors of New York City.
Participants will take the train from Philadelphia to Penn Station on Sunday, July 12, and will gather that evening
for a welcome dinner — a wonderful occasion to meet fellow travelers!
The first full day in New York City will begin with breakfast, fol-
lowed by a walking tour of Central Park, Rockefeller Center, St. Pat-
rick’s Cathedral, and the Museum of Modern Art (MOMA). A Broadway
show is on the agenda for Monday night.
Tuesday in the city will find attendees enjoying breakfast together
and then exploring the 9/11 Memorial and Museum and One World
Observatory. After they venture through Chinatown and Little Italy for
lunch on their own, the evening will find participants enjoying another
Broadway show.
Breakfast on Wednesday will be followed by ferry rides to Liberty Island to see Lady Liberty and Ellis Island, with
some time spent inside the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. For their last night in the city, attendees will make their
way to the Empire State Building and celebrate with a farewell dinner.
The last morning in New York City will be spent with a shared breakfast and some time at the American Museum
of Natural History. Then it will be time to head back to Penn Station to board the train to Philadelphia.
The price of this trip is $2,199 for double occupancy and $2,699 for single occupancy. A deposit of $450 is re-
quired. Final payment is due by April 13, 2020. Mastercard, Visa, and checks are accepted methods of payment.
The DKG Global Ambassador for this trip is Tracey Dusch. She can be contacted by email at trae917@brockwaytv.
com. This trip is offered by Go Ahead Tours (617.619.1191). The DKG contact at Go Ahead Tours is Kristen Reilly –
kristen.e.reilly@EF.com. Book your tour now through the DKG website under Events or by calling Kristen directly using
the number listed above. Specific shows will be announced closer to departure.

Hotel REGISTRATION INFORMATION

PHILADELPHIA DOWNTOWN MARRIOTT
CONVENTION RATES APPLICABLE JULY 5-13
ONLINE (RECOMMENDED): Click Here
PHONE: +1 215-625-2900 (mention DKG)
SINGLE/DOUBLE OCCUPANCY: $179/night
EACH ADDITIONAL PERSON: $20/night
GROUP RATE CUTOFF DATE: June 15, 2020

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Brain Appeal: Speakers Both Right and Left!

B ring your brain, whether wired to the RIGHT or to the LEFT, to general sessions at the 2020 DKG International
Convention in Philadelphia this summer! Keynote speakers Olympia LePoint and Jane Golden will each speak to
a different “side” of the brain while challenging you to use your entire brain to get the most out of life. So, no matter
your pleasure — STEM or the Arts —be prepared to learn more and engage actively as you listen to their stories.

Olympia LePoint: A Modern-Day ‘Hidden Jane Golden: Urban

Figure’ STEM-ing the Tide Transformation
A school field trip, a knifing, and a math Through ART
tutor propelled Olympia LePoint toward life More than 4,000
as author, award-winning aerospace engineer, murals liven the
and professional speaker. Viewing a mission buildings in Philadelphia communities due to
control room at the Jet Propulsion Lab in her an idea put forward by Jane Golden, a key-
home state of California at age 6 inspired LePoint to seek degrees in note speaker at the upcoming international
applied mathematics. Abuse at the hands of a gang member at age convention. Since 1984, Golden has been the
10 dictated a school transfer that resulted in long hours of travel and brains behind the Mural Arts Philadelphia Pro-
lower scores in her favorite subject, math. A math tutor’s generous help gram. Originally hired to address graffiti issues
during a winter break made the difference, and LePoint never looked throughout the city, she approached the task
back. as one of redirection, collaborating with local
Like the lead characters in “Hidden Figures,” the awarding-win- graffiti artists and capitalizing on their talents
ning movie depicting the true story of three highly intelligent African to create murals. Golden embraced muralism
American women competing in the world of NASA in the early 1960s, to address multiple community and public
LePoint found the same prejudices and barriers when she first began issues. In 1996, the Anti-Graffiti Network
her work at NASA in her 20s. Women at NASA were still finding ref- was placed under the jurisdiction of the city’s
uge in the ladies’ restroom to regroup, mentor, and inspire each other Department of Recreation. Under the restruc-
­– shades of DKG’s founding in 1929 in the women’s lounge on the tured program, not only graffiti artists but also
campus of the University of Texas! children found an outlet for their talents. The
Today, as the author of two books, “Mathaphobia: How You Can program in this new phase has served thou-
Overcome Your Math Fears and Become a Rocket Scientist” and sands of youth and has transformed neighbor-
“Answers Unleashed: The Science of Unleashing Your Brain’s Power,” hoods and the lives of those painting in them.
LePoint believes everyone can overcome past issues and success- Golden’s presentation will be a visual
fully move forward through “Triabrain,” the theory of relativity she feast featuring pictures of murals through-
developed in 2016 and a method she advocates “to rewire one’s brain out the city. The stories of their creation will
and gain faith and intuition in overcoming challenges.” Through her enlighten convention attendees and inspire a
presentation, LePoint will address this process, inspire attendees walk around the city to view these works of
with her personal story, and note the STEM challenges still facing public art up close during the stay in Phila-
women and girls today. delphia.

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Discovering Philadelphia Convention

M ore than 500 attractions await when you visit Philadelphia,
most recently recognized by National Geographic as one of
the top 20 places to visit in 2020 AND the only U.S. city so designated.
Upfront Dates
Convention-related deadlines will
be updated with each issue of the
Here are a few places you will DISCOVER in Philadelphia:
DKG NEWS between now and the
PHILADELPHIA MUSEUM OF ART and
start of the 2020 DKG International
“ROCKY” STATUE Convention!
Waiting for you are more than 227,000 art
objects spanning 2,000 years of history and DECEMBER 1, 2019
Hotel registration opened
ranging from China to Japan, Persia to Tur-
key, and Korea to India. “Rocky” greets you JANUARY 6, 2020
from the steps as you enter this Philadelphia landmark. HINT: The Convention presentation proposals
main building is open until 8:45 p.m. on Wednesday/Friday! due
Convention registration: EARLY BIRD
INDEPENDENCE HALL
registration, Jan. 6 – March 6
This building may be dear to U.S.citizens,
but to world travelers it is also known as a MARCH 7, 2020
UNESCO World Heritage Centre! See George Convention registration: REGULAR
Washington’s Rising Sun Chair and the ink- registration, March 7 – June 7
stand used for the signing of The Declaration APRIL 15, 2020
of Independence. HINT: Make a reservation online…it’s the only way to Vendor/exhibitor applications due
tour this site! Convention program ads due
LIBERTY BELL APRIL 30, 2020
Cast in 1752, this bell is believed to be Dissertation recognition due (see
one of those rung during the reading of The ISR 13.5 for details).
Declaration of Independence. It has been a
JUNE 8, 2020
symbol of freedom during the Cold War, print- Convention registration: LATE
ed on U.S. currency, and used on stamps. Its registration, June 8 – July 11
famous crack still warms the hearts of those who view it. HINT: The
Independence Visitors Center has the nearest restroom!
THE FRANKLIN INSTITUTE
Science lovers and Ben Franklin admirers will love this site! A giant heart, a train factory,
and interactive displays are just a few reasons to bring children and those “young at heart”
adults who are curious to understand the world around them. HINT: The second-oldest plane-
tarium in the United States is located here!

BETSY ROSS HOUSE

This house is believed to be where the famous seamstress lived and sewed flags. Look
for costumed characters to greet you as history comes alive. Expect to be transported by the
experience. HINT: Use the Hop-On Hop-Off bus to see this and other sites!

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“Bee” Keeping, DKG Style

D uring the 2020 DKG International

Convention, attendees will be hearing
about hives, bees, and keepers in connection
tacted prior to their arrival in Philadelphia to receive tips as they
prepare for the trip. Infographics on the DKG website and app will
point them in the right direction once they arrive. A special meet-and-
with events planned for members attending greet from 3-4 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7, will focus on the convention
their first international convention. Tradition- program and how best to navigate the packed schedule. At this event,
ally known as “First Timers,” these members New BEEs will meet their Keepers face-to-face for the first time.
will sport “New BEE” ribbons, be teamed with Throughout the convention, Keepers will arrange to be available to as-
veteran convention attendees (“Keepers”), sist New BEES as needed. New BEES will have options to share their
and have a room (“HIVE”) set aside for net- convention experiences through social media and the DKG phone
working and seeking information designed to app. Follow-up between Keepers and New BEES after the convention
enhance their total convention experience. will be encouraged.
Piggybacking on a similar concept used Attending one’s first convention should lead to multiple experi-
during the 2018 International Convention, ences beyond the chapter level. A New BEE in 2020 might just be a
first-time convention attendees will be con- Keeper at a future convention!

WANT TO BE A “KEEPER” AT THE 2020 DKG INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION?

As a Keeper, you must be able to attend the Meet-and-Greet event for New BEES from 3-4 p.m. on July 7,
2020, at the Marriott Downtown Hotel in Philadelphia. Also, you will be asked to be available for HIVE duty for
1 hour (Wed. – Fri.) at a time that fits your schedule. Click here to apply.
Send the following information in an email to Trish Woodley, Membership Director, at trishw@dkg.org by
March 1, 2020: name, state organization (geographic), email address, and cell phone number.

INTERNATIONAL UPDATE: LATIN AMERICA

This column is submitted on a rotating basis by the Europe Regional Director, the area representatives for Canada and Latin America, and Japan.

L atin American state organizations continue to support key wom-

en educators in a variety of ways. In addition to pursuing specific
programs, most states are hosting monthly educator “Get Togethers”
with school supplies for schools in Tijuana
and Ensenada.
Panamá celebrated its tenth anniversary
to discuss and get feedback on a topic of interest and to get to know hosting the VIII Latin American Conference in
one another. October with an excellent program and par-
Puerto Rico has been helping schools by contributing financially, ticipation by members from several countries
donating school supplies, and adopting kindergarten and special edu- and guests. Attendees also had the oppor-
cation classrooms. Some donations brought by members from other tunity to visit the Panama Canal on Sunday
state organizations as part of the Post Maria Project have gone to after work and were rewarded with several
repair a Braille reproduction machine, replace a photocopier, provide ships crossing the canal during the visit.
air conditioners for special education kindergarten classrooms, and Puebla, a beautiful city with enthusiastic
make other improvements. members, will host the 2021 Latin America
For more than 20 years, DKG members of San Diego and Baja Conference.
California have met for the event “Hands Across the Border” to help See IU p. 19

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From IU p.16
Guatemala has been focused on the topic “Education of Girls and Are you using
Women” and the idea of creating spaces to empower women.
In Nuevo León, all 10 committees in the state organization are
the DKG App?
active. Thanks to a donation, they are getting ready to offer scholar-
ships to female students in the education field. Several more actions • Stay up-to-date on the most recent DKG
are underway as part of the “Charter for Compassion,” such as helping news and deadlines.
create an interactive library-playroom for low income children, helping • Find a roommate for convention by
provide food for a small group of immigrants, and working on a newly coordinating with other members on the
emerging program titled “Actively Breaking the Cycle of Bullying.” discussion board.
Costa Rica State Organization held its annual Distinguished
• Quickly access governing documents
Educator Ceremony to recognize a nonmember educator from the like the Constitution and ISR.
community and a forum on “Challenges and Perspectives of Dual Ed-
ucation.” • Links to all DKG publications allow
members to read from mobile devices.
Mexico City members have been advising educators at a newly
created school in order to incorporate STEAM methodology. Soon • 2020 Convention App will launch soon,
they will have an intervention with teachers to share experiences on putting information about schedules,
the challenge of teaching. speakers, registration, and more right at
your fingertips.
El Salvador State Organization recently held a conference on key
topics of neuroscience and positive discipline, focused on ADD, ADHD,
and classroom behavior management.
Jalisco’s theme was “Redoing your life plan to live in fullness.’’

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MON. 7/6 WED. 7/8 THU. 7/9 FRI. 7/10 SAT. 7/11 SUN. 7/12
10:00-11:30 a.m. 7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 7:00-8:00 a.m.
T
Administrative Board brunch Registration open Registration open Registration open Registration open 2020-2022 Foundation
Meeting
12:00-5:00 p.m. 8:00-11:00 a.m. 6:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 8:30-10:30 a.m. 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Administrative Board meeting Second General meeting Marketplace Set up Fourth General meeting Celebration of Life 8:00-9:00 a.m.
Breakfast for 2018-2020 &
3:00-6:00 p.m. 10:00-11:00 a.m. 6:30-9:00 a.m. 10:00-11:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
AF
2020-2022 Administrative
Registration open DKG Guests: Meeting 1 Elections DKG Guests: Meeting 2 Fifth General meeting
Boards, Society Headquarters
Flag recessional
6:00-8:00 p.m. 11:00-11:30 a.m. 7:00-9:00 a.m. 10:30-11:45 a.m. Directors; 2020-2022
Administrative Board dinner Break Regional Breakfasts Marketplace 12:00-1:00 p.m. Foundation Directors
Finance Committee &
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 9:45-11:45 a.m. 10:30-11:50 a.m. 9:15 a.m.
TUE. 7/7 Forum Event: “Embracing Third General meeting Learning Lounges, Talks
Executive Board Lunch
2020-2022 Administrative
Diversity” (multiple sessions/times) 12:30-1:15 p.m. Board Meeting
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7:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 12:00-1:15 p.m.

Credentials table open
Registration open 1:00-2:30 p.m. Lunch with LePoint 10:45-11:45 a.m. Meeting of the 2020-2022
Tech help station (by invitation) Panels, Policy Forums 1:15-1:45 p.m. Regional Directors to follow.
7:00-9:00 a.m. Executive Board meeting 3
Credentials table open 2:00-4:00 p.m. 12:00-6:00 p.m. 10:45-11:30 a.m.
DR
Panels, Policy Forums Marketplace Workshops, Campfires 2:00-4:00 p.m.
7:00-8:15 a.m. (multiple sessions/times) Forum Meetings
Executive Board breakfast 1:00-2:30 p.m. 12:00-2:00 p.m. DAILY
2:00-4:00 p.m. Tech help station “2020 Vision” Luncheon 4:00-5:00 p.m.
8:30-11:30 a.m. Learning Lounges, Talks Chorus Rehearsal
Executive Board Meeting 1 1:30-4:00 p.m. 2:30-4:30 p.m. Stress-Free Zone
(multiple sessions/times)
Panels, Policy Forums Panels, Policy Forums 5:00-6:00 p.m. Open Wednesday, July 8,
12:00 p.m. 2:00-4:45 p.m. (multiple sessions/times) (multiple sessions/times) Installation Ceremony & through Friday, July 10, for all
Executive Board lunch Workshops, Campfires 2020-2022 IP Speech from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
1:10-4:00 p.m. 2:30-4:30 p.m.
1:00-3:00 p.m. (multiple sessions/times)
Learning Lounges, Talks Learning Lounges, Talks 6:00-7:00 p.m. Hive
Executive Board Meeting 2 4:30-5:30 p.m. (multiple sessions/times) (multiple sessions/times) DKG Society Reception Open Wednesday, July 8,
3:00-4:00 p.m. Proposed Amendments Q&A through Friday, July 10, for
1:30-4:15 p.m. 2:30-4:15 p.m. 7:00 p.m.
DKG New-BEES 5:00-6:00 p.m. Workshops, Campfires Workshops, Campfires DKG Society Dinner New BEES and their Keepers
Chorus rehearsal (multiple sessions/times) from 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
4:00-4:30 p.m. 2:00-6:00 p.m.
App primer 6:00-7:00 p.m. 4:30-6:00 p.m. Marketplace Tech Charging Station
Appreciation Reception Chorus rehearsal Open daily for all near the
4:00-5:00 p.m. 3:00-4:00 p.m. registration area; hours will
Proposed Amendments Q&A (by invitation)
7:00-8:00 p.m. Celebration of Life Rehearsal be posted
4:30-5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. “Founding Luminary”
3:30-5:00 p.m.
Past International Presidents’ Reception (by invitation) Preconvention Event
Flag rehearsal Chorus Rehearsal
Dinner (by invitation) sponsored by the Foundation
5:00-5:30 p.m. State Organizations may 4:30-5:30 p.m.
“Clicker” 101 State Organizations may schedule events tonight. Installation Rehearsal 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. on
schedule events tonight. Tuesday, July 7, with a pre-
6:00 p.m.
State Organizations may tour event on Monday from
Opening General Meeting &
schedule events tonight. 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Market Event
Updated: 1/10/2020