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The Delta Kappa Gamma Society InternationalMu Epsilon Chapter Yearbook2012-2013

1Mu Epsilon Chapter of Cooke County, TexasOrganized September , 1986, Chapter 293ByJean ArendtDiane BaughGladys BeznerGerri ColwellSandra CorbettCarol DyerLeona FlukerMary Ann FosterMary Janelle HollandFonda HuneycuttNelda HudspethSherian E. KeelingSara LesterHelen M. SchaeferMarilyn SherfieldPatricia StewartJoni SturmGwen TrubenbachMary Woody

Chapter 293` Alpha State-Texas Area XVI

2The Delta Kappa Gamma Society InternationalMission Statement & Purposes of the SocietyMission Statement:The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education.Purposes:To unite women educators of the world in a genuine spiritual fellowshipTo honor women who have given or who evidence a potential for distinctive service in the interest of education and of women educatorsTo advance the professional interest and position of women in educationTo initiate, endorse and support desirable legislation or other suitable endeavors in the interest of education and of women educatorsTo endow scholarships to aid outstanding women educators in pursuing graduate study and to grant fellowships to women educators from other countriesTo stimulate the personal and professional growth of members and to encourage their participation in appropriate programs of actionTo inform the members of current economic, social, political and educational issues so that they may participate effectively in a world society

3Society Founders*Dr Annie Webb BlantonMamie Sue Bastion*Ruby Cole*Anna Hiss*Ray King*Sue King*Dr. Helen Koch*Ruby Terrill LomaxDr. Cora Martin*Laila M. Odom*Lela Lee WilliamsInternational Founders Who Are Also State Founders*Dr. Eula Lee CarterDr. Clara M. Parker*deceased

4The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International 2012-2014 ThemeSharing Our Visions-Strengthening Our SocietyINTERNATIONAL OFFICERS, REGIONAL DIRECTORSAND HEADQUARTERS PROFESSIONAL STAFFAvailable at http://www.dkg.orgInternational Headquarters Mailing Address:P. O. Box 1589, Austin, TX 78767-1589Street Address: 416 W. 12th St., Austin, TX 78701Telephone: 1.512.478.5748 Toll Free: 1.888.762.4685Fax: 1.512.478.3961Society email: societyexec@dkg.orgWeb site: http://www.dkg.org

5Explore the Possibilities: Let Our Vision Light the WayTexas State Officers, Personnel and Committee ChairmenContact information available at www.alphastatetexas.orgTexas State HeadquartersMailing: P. O. Box 797787, Dallas, TX 75379-77876220 Campbell Road, Suite 204, Dallas, TX 75248Telephone: 972.930.9945 and 800.305.3525Fax: 972.447.0471Website: www.alphastatetexas.orgEmail: alphasttx@sbcglobal.netArea XVI CoordinatorDianne Radcliff226 Rose Hall CourtRunaway Bay, TX 76426940-575-2785txdrad@embarqmail.com

6Future Important Dates*2013 Texas State Convention June 20-22Austin, Texas2013 Southwest Regional Conference TBAMissouri State2014 International Convention TBDIndiana State2016 International Convention TBDTennessee State*Additional and updated information available online at:www.alphastatetexas.orgwww.deltakappagamma.net

7THE DELTA KAPPA GAMMA SOCIETY INTERNATIONALMU EPSILON CHAPTER OFFICERS2012-2014PresidentBrenda KlementVice-PresidentPhyllis GriffinSecretary, RecordingMonica ParkhillTreasurerPam EnderbyCorresponding SecretarySusie HutchisonParliamentarianSusan Smith

8Mu Epsilon Chapter Committee Appointments 2012-2014Society Business:Ceremonials/NecrologyDeloris Glenn, chairMonica Mendez-Grant

Constitution/By-LawsNelda Hudspeth, chairLisa Moore

Finance/MembershipPam Enderby, chairSusan SmithProgram of Works:Program/MusicPhyllis Griffin, chairKathy Ramsey

9Committees (continued)Legislation/Professional AffairsMonica Parkhill, chairSharon PierceLinda MuirProfessional Growth/Prof. GrowthJennifer Johnson-Spence, chairBrenda KlementYearbook/ResearchSusan Smith, chairAndrea MoonTracie ShelburneEducation Services:Communications/Achievement AwardsSusie Hutchison, chairKay GlascockStudent Recruitment/GrantsEmily Hoffman, chairLaurie HarvickVicki Shelburne

10MU EPSILON CHAPTER Directory of Members 2012-2013Pam EnderbyKay GlascockDeloris Glenn Phyllis GriffinLaurie HarvickEmily HoffmanSusie HutchisonNelda HudspethJennifer Johnson-SpenceBrenda Klement

11Chapter Member Directory(continued)Monica Mendez-GrantAndrea MoonLisa MooreMonica ParkhillSharon PierceKathy RamseySusan SmithLinda SharpTracie ShelburneVicki Shelburne12Achievement Award RecipientsScholarshipsSusan SmithSheri RobisonMonica ParkhillMini GrantsMary WoodyMary WoodySpirit of Delta Kappa GammaMary Ann FosterPatsy WilsonFrances MosesGail RoaneBetsy FleitmanNelda HudspethLoretta DeBordeDella TurnerBrenda KlementDeloris GlennPhyllis Griffith

13Mu Epsilon Grant-In-Aid Recipients1990Amy WilliamsLindsay1991Sheila HuddlestonValley View1993Suzanne HellingerLindsayAndrea BurchetteValley View1994Missy ManleyLindsay1995Tamara NeighborsValley View1996Alissa StilesCallisburgMelissa StilesCallisburg1997Julie ZimmererLindsayAndrea GoodwinMuenster1998Kimberly StrumMuenster1999Elizabeth LuttmerLindsay2000Bonnie WilsonCallisburg2001Rachel LivelyLindsay2002Jaque BeznerLindsay2003Amy Sue KirchenbauerValley View2004Lori KaparekLindsay2005Joanie ErwinLindsay2006Nora RicoValley View2007Kimberly DobsonCallisburgHannah DavidsonValley View2008Kimbery SchumakerLindsay2009Hope ZacharyValley View2010Marlee BellValley View2011Dana SchumacherEra2012Lana HeersMuenster

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MU EPSILON CHAPTER MEETINGS FOR 2012-2014INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM THEME: SHARING OUR VISIONS-STRENGTHENING OUR SOCIETYSTATE THEME: EXPLORE THE POSSIBILITIES: LET OUR VISION LIGHT THE WAYDATE: 10/15/2012TIME: 5:30 p.m. PLACE: Pavillion at Leonard Park/Birthday CelebrationDEVOTIONAL: Nelda Hudspeth TITLE: Frank Buck Zoo/BirthdayCelebration*PURPOSE: #6 To stimulate the personal and professional growth of members and to encourage their participation in appropriate programs of action.PROGRAM: Members listened to zoo representative to learn about our local zoo and resources to use with curriculum.COMMITTEE REPORTS: membership, financeSERVICE PROJECTS: Books For Abigails Arms: bring books for local shelter; VISTO: food/money drive for local food bankDATE: 11/26/2012TIME: 5:30 p.m. PLACE: Amigos RestaurantDEVOTIONAL: Susan Smith TITLE: Premier Jewelry Fundraiser*PURPOSE: #5 To endow scholarships to aid outstanding women educators in pursuing graduate study and to grant fellowships to women educators from other countries.PROGRAM: Premier Jewelry FundraiserCOMMITTEE REPORTS: Legislation, financeSERVICE PROJECTS: Books For Abigails Arms: bring books for local shelter; VISTO: food/money drive for local food bank

15DATE: 01/14/2013 TIME: 6:30 p.m. PLACE: Edelweiss RestaurantDEVOTIONAL: Sharon Pierce TITLE: Tea Party Social*PURPOSE: #1 To unite women educators of the world in a genuine spiritual fellowship. PROGRAM: Tea Party Social/Joint Meeting with Gamma Sigma chapter COMMITTEE REPORTS: financeSERVICE PROJECTS: Books For Abigails Arms: bring books for local shelter; VISTO: food/money drive for local food bank DATE: February TIME: TBA PLACE: TBADEVOTIONAL: Monica Parkhill TITLE: Master Gardening*PURPOSE: #3 To advance the professional interest and position of women in education.PROGRAM: A local Master Gardener will inform us about techniques and resources for local gardening.COMMITTEE REPORTS: finance, scholarshipSERVICE PROJECTS: Books For Abigails Arms: bring books for local shelter; VISTO: food/money drive for local food bank

16DATE: MarchTIME: TBA PLACE: TBADEVOTIONAL: Kathy Ramsey TITLE: Armchair Yoga*PURPOSE: #7 To inform the members of current economic, social, political and educational issues so that they may participate effectively in a world society.PROGRAM: Members will learn about the stress relieving aspects of yoga.COMMITTEE REPORTS: scholarship, financeSERVICE PROJECTS: Books For Abigails Arms: bring books for local shelter; VISTO: food/money drive for local food bank DATE: MayTIME: TBA PLACE: TBADEVOTIONAL: Jennifer Johnson-SpenceTITLE: Initiation/Observance of Founders Day*PURPOSE: #2 To honor women who have given or who evidence a potential for distinctive service in the interest of education and of women educators.PROGRAM: Initiation of new members/Founders Day ProgramCOMMITTEE REPORTS: scholarship, financeSERVICE PROJECTS: Books For Abigails Arms: bring books for local shelter; VISTO: food/money drive for local food bank

*denotes programs using the International theme

17Mu Epsilon Chapter Past Presidents1986-1988Patricia StewartMary Ann Foster1988-1990Brenda Pierce1990-1992Leona Fluker1992-1994Patsy Wilson1994-1996Frances Moses1996-1998Susan Smith1998-2000Beverly Neal2000-2002Betsy Fleitman2002-2004Valerie Vaughan2004-2006Sherry Bryant2006-2008Susan Smith2008-2010Nelda Hudspeth2010-2012Brenda Klement2012-2014Brenda Klement

18The Delta Kappa Gamma Society InternationalMu Epsilon ChapterCharter MembersMemberStatusJean ArendtInactiveDiane BaughInactiveGladys BeznerInactiveGerri ColwellInactiveSandra CorbettInactiveCarol DyerInactiveLeona FlukerInactiveMary Ann FosterInactiveMary Janelle HollandInactiveFonda HuneycuttInactiveNelda HudspethActiveSherian E. KeelingInactiveSara LesterInactiveHelen M. SchaeferInactiveMarilyn SherfieldInactivePatricia StewartInactiveJoni SturmInactiveGwen TrubenbachInactiveMary Woody Inactive

19Mu Epsilon Chapter Service ProjectOur chapter is aware of the low literacy rate in our county. We see many children begin school without a good vocabulary or a print knowledge at all. This is always a concern we have as teachers.In cooperation with the Gainesville chapter, Gamma Sigma, we collected bags and books for a project entitled Read to Me! These are bags with a childs book that are given to each new mother at the local hospital.Canvas bags are purchased from a craft store. Then we write Read to Me on the side of the bag. We meet to write on the bags and fill them with a book. This is a project that has been in place for several years and hopefully will continue to provide literacy support for children in our county.It is great to see those bags around town. We hope those moms see the writing too as a reminder to spend time with their child enjoying books.

20The Delta Kappa Gamma SongWomen teachers to the calling, Firmly rally, never falling, Duty ne're upon us palling, Staunch, courageous, we! Loyalty and trust e'er heeding, Mindful of our sisters needing Aid and guidance from those leading, Helpful may we be! To Delta Kappa Gamma Faith we pledge forever! Hand in hand, our loyal band, Forward, moving ever! Onward! 'tis our sisters need us, Courage, Faith and Honor lead us! Wrongs in truth and justice heed us! Firmly we shall stand! Guardians of the faith yet sleeping, For our sisters watch e'er keeping, Deeds of others now we're reaping, We for others stand! To us pioneers have given; We return their gifts to Heaven; Work for others is the leaven That inspires our band! Oh, Delta Kappa Gamma In thy fold we gather; Unity and Liberty Shall be our watchwords ever! Education e'er we'll further; Each is bound to each as brother, With this faith in one another, We shall win, for aye!

21Mu Epsilon Chapter RulesArticle IOrganizationThe name of this organization shall be Mu Epsilon of the Alpha State Organization of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International.Article IIObjectThe object of Mu Epsilon shall be to carry out the policies and programs of work of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International.Article IIIMembershipThe membership of Mu Epsilon shall be composed of active, reserve, and honorary members who serve in Callisburg, Muenster, Lindsay, Era, Valley View, Walnut Bend, or Sivells Bend School Districts. Memberships is also open to the faculty of North Central Texas College and other members who reside in Cooke County.Article IVFinancesSection A-Where applicable , the Constitution, Article IV and Article IX, Sect. C-8, shall govern Mu Epsilon finances.Section B-Annual dues shall be required of active and reserve members on all levels of the Society.1. International dues shall be an amount determined in accordance with International Standing Rules.2. State dues shall be an amount determined in accordance with state organization by-laws.3. Chapter dues shall be an amount determined in accordance with the rules set by the chapter.Section C-An additional one dollar per member shall be paid for Alpha State Scholarships.Section D-The chapters assessments may be amended by a proposal of the chapter Finance Committee. The chapter assessment shall be determined by two-thirds of the membership of the chapter.Section E-The chapter Finance Committee shall submit annually a proposed budge for adoption by two-thirds of the membership of the chapter.Section F-All expenses shall be approved by the chapter president prior to payment. All checks shall be signed by the chapter president and treasurer.Section G-A biennial audit report shall be submitted to the chapter.

22Article V.OrganizationSection A-Mu Epsilon Chapter shall govern the conduct of its business in a manner consistent with Constitution, Article V, Sect. B: Alpha State, Texas, Bylaws, Official Manual and Chapter Rules.Section B-Mu Epsilon Chapter shall participate in activities of Area XVI as assigned by the State Executive Board.Section C-The officers of Mu Epsilon shall have a president, a vice president and a secretary; elected in accordance with the Constitution, Article VI, Section C-3. the incoming president shall appoint a parliamentarian and the executive board shall appoint a treasurer. Section D-Nominations for officers and a three-person nomination committee shall be made in even-numbered years. Elections shall be conducted in accordance with the Constitution, Alpha State Bylaws, and the Handbook. See Constitution, Article V!, SectionD-2.Section E-When a vacancy occurs in the office of president, the vice president shall become president. When a vacancy occurs in the other elective or appointive positions, the chapter president shall name a successor.Article VI.MeetingsMeetings shall be held at a designated date, time and location during each of the following months: October, November or December, February, March, April or May.Article VIICommitteesSection A-All Committees shall be appointed by the chapter president except the Nominating Committee. The president shall be an ex-officio member of all committees except the Nomination Committee.Section B-Overall responsibilities of each committee are specified in the Handbook of the Delta Kappa Gamma society International and the Official Manual.Section C-Mu Epsilon may establish standing committees and special committees to carry out the projects authorized by International Headquarters, Alpha State, and the local chapter.Article VIII.New MembersSection A-Nominations for new members shall be submitted to the Membership Committee prior to the March chapter meeting.Section B-Voting for new members shall be at the March meeting.Section C-A chapter-wide orientation and re-orientation shall be held prior to the April meeting. The initiates shall be required to attend the meeting.Section D-The initiates shall pay the chapter dues and initiation fee of $10 in April at the time of initiation.Section E-Members are required to purchase the key pin immediately after initiation.Article IX.Additional Policies

23Section A-the Executive Board shall meet twice a year. The meeting shall be open to all members.Section B-the vice president shall be chairman of the program committee.Section C-A record of absences shall be kept by the secretary. Notices of absences should be given to other members from that school district or to the president.Section D-A biennial fund-raising event shall be conducted. The proceeds shall be used according to the needs of the chapter as determined by the Executive Committee.Section E-each member shall pay an additional $10 assessment each year with their chapter dues to be invested in a savings account. The investment shall be used as determined by the Executive Committee. The recruitment grant shall be no less than $250. A higher grant can be awarded by a vote of the chapter. The grant shall be given to a female student, from a member school, who plans to become a teacher.Section F-The Scholarship Committee shall carefully screen the students to determine the recipient of the chapters recruitment grant.Section G-A stipend of $300 shall be given to the chapter president to defray expenses incurred in attending the Alpha State convention.Section H-In the event of the death of a member, a memorial of $5.00 will be made to the recruitment grant by each member.Section I-the chapter shall maintain a scrapbook of chapter activities.Section J-The chapter shall attempt to purchase the key pins of deceased members.Section K-The chapter rules may be amended by a two-thirds vote of members present at a chapter meeting.Section L-A quorum shall consist of those members present and voting.24