Epsilon State Chapter Presidents 2010-2012



Epsilon State Chapter Presidents serve as members of the Executive Board. The Executive Board members attended a dinner Friday night prior to the Executive Board meeting.  Their dedication to the chapter members reflects dedication, commitment and a passion to continue the tradition and legacy of women educators. Please take a moment and thank your chapter president for their work as they exit from this position in June. In honor of these ladies a donation to the REACH Project will be made.

Epsilon State Convention Wrapup

Our state convention for 2012 has come and gone. Without a doubt the convention was a huge success. Over 300 members were registered to attend and participate in the events of the weekend. Business was conducted and discussed. The resolution has proven to be a strong and positive effort in sending the desires of DKG educators from around the state to our legislators.

Convention attendees were very generous throughout the weekend in contributions to the First-Timers, Jubilee Rose, Florence Amy, and REACH pins. Thank you ladies! Some components of the weekend were new and received rave reviews from the attendees. This week on the blog you will see some of the highlights of the conention and be able to get a glimpse of the fun that was had in Baton Rouge as your sisters converged on the state for DKG.

Epsilon State Convention is "TOPS" for 2012

Epsilon State Convention 2012 celebrated with a "new twist" this year as members wore hats and gloves to the birthday luncheon. The view from the podium was a "sea of colors and designs" Wow! What a beautiful sight. Members of Omicron Chapter - SE sent this photo to share with all. Thank you ladies.

Allice Carrier Appreciation Letter

Epsilon Educational Resolution

Epsilon State Organization of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International

Submitted to:  Governor Jindal,

                          Members of the Louisiana House of Representatives and

                          Members of the Louisiana Senate

SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION VOICING CONCERNS ABOUT EDUCATIONAL BILLS PROPOSED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AND SENATE

WHEREAS: Tenure was established to solidify and stabilize the longevity of our profession for educating our youth in Louisiana as well as keeping effective teachers in our Louisiana classrooms and.

WHEREAS: The Teachers’ Retirement System of Louisiana has been a strong entity in itself and

WHEREAS: Public Education has a premiere curriculum and methodology for addressing individual needs of students via the teachers, counselors, ancillary professional services and administrators. Charter schools, being separate entities, will be inhibited in their ability to provide services superior to our public schools because of limited resources and

WHEREAS: The voucher system is misleading the public by giving them the perception students will receive equal services for transportation, food services, and ancillary services.  Private and parochial schools are not mandated to provide free and appropriate education.

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WHEREAS: Non-public schools are not held to the same strict accountability guidelines and standards as our Louisiana Public Schools.

RESOLVED, that tenure should remain as status quo to ensure a solid educational foundation for all students of Louisiana.  Tenure provides students with a stable professional educational work force. (We do not support HB974/SB603.)

RESOLVED, that the Teachers’ Retirement System of Louisiana should stand alone and not merge with other Louisiana retirement systems.(HB60)

RESOLVED, that We do not support diverting public funds to charter schools.(SB597)

RESOLVED, that We do not support diverting public funds for vouchers. (SB182 or HB895)

RESOLVED, that  We support all schools receiving public funds be mandated to abide by the same  uniform set of guidelines and standards of accountability as public schools. (SB179)

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that Epsilon State of Delta Kappa Gamma Society International whose membership represents 2,006 key women educators from across the state of Louisiana voice our concerns regarding proposed educational legislation.  As professional educators, our mission for the year 2012 and beyond is to embrace our future to include tenure, retirement, accountability for all, and public schools with ample funding without the loss of funds due to charter schools and vouchers.  As dedicated key women educators, our primary concern is for excellence in education for Louisiana students.  Our country has been built on our public education system.  We do not want to lose

sight of our founding fathers’ visions for making a better future for each and every Louisiana student.

Epsilon State Convention - HUGE Success

Thank you ladies for attending the state convention in Baton Rouge this past weekend. As many of you (300+) are aware the weekend was filled with handling the business of the state, dressing up (Hats, gloves, formal wear), attending workshops and fellowship. Business of the state conducted will be shared via this blog throughout the next two weeks. Please read and familiar yourself with the items from the state level which affect DKG, education, etc. Donnis

Convention checklist

In preparing for state convention there are a few items that I always pack. So, check my list against your list and come prepared. Also, send me any suggestions on items that you think may be essential elements also.

• Hat and gloves for Birthday Luncheon
• Money for purchases (Theme basket/Jubilee Roses/World Fellowship)
• Bible
• Clothes for weekend
• Camera/iPhone chargers
• Labels with name/phone number/chapter for easy ticket fill-ins
• Name card holder - hanging or clip on (If you have one you prefer to use)
• Get cell phone numbers of your roommates upon arrival
• Chocolate/candies/drinks for the late night roommate discussions

But most of all - a desire to have a wonderful time connecting with old friends and making new ones. See you all in Baton Rouge.