It is time to make nominations, of someone else or of yourself, for DKGNJ officers for the coming biennium.
All nominations must be made to State Nominations Chair Mary Lou LeCompte no later than October 20, 2024     Email:  [email protected]  
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out by phone (609-598-0903) or email.

Here is the nomination form to open, fill out, save with your name, and email to Mary Lou:  Word Document or PDF

Or  you can do the whole thing online here:

The EEA was founded by Dr. Marilyn Gonyo who set the guidelines to help a female graduating senior to embark on a career in education, especially those most in need of financial assistance, in order to defray the costs of the state testing and certification.  The annual award continues under the leadership of Kimberly Falcone.  This award and mentorship directly enacts the DKG Society International policy and vision to Support Early Educators (SEE).

Members of Lambda Chapter met on the campus of Georgian Court University at a luncheon to honor graduating senior Lauran Schwerthoffer and to meet with her family.  The photograph includes Wilhelmina Bryant, DKGNJ State First Vice President Cathy Fortunato, EEA recipient Lauren Schwerthoffer, Lambda Chapter EEA Chairperson Kimberly Falcone, DKGNJ State President Irene Maskaly, Dr. Marilyn Gonyo, and Noreen McHale.

Congratulations Lauren and welcome to the profession as a new educator!

​DKGIEF Dueling Pianos Event (download the flyer)

Looking for a fun night out? Well, toss in your dancing shoes and tune up your vocal cords for an evening spent at Bobby McKey’s Dueling Piano Bar on Wednesday, July 10, from 6 to 11 pm, sponsored by DKGIEF. World-class musicians will play all your requests and favorites while weaving in improvisational humor. Heavy appetizers, desserts, and soda/water will be included with your ticket purchase, and the venue is just steps away from the convention center. A portion of the $150 ticket price will be tax deductible as a contribution to DKGIEF. Tickets are limited to 300, so join your DKG sisters as you’ll sing and laugh the night away while making incredible memories.

From Irene Maskaly, DKGNJ State President:
Please share with your chapter members and also a gentle reminder to have members update their accounts and mailing preferences on DKG.org. One of the suggestions in the report mentioned was that our members are not taking advantage of their member benefits. I enjoy receiving my Collegial Exchange as a hard copy, some prefer to read online. Directions below.

Reminders:

• Tuesday, November 28th at 4 PM CST . The Avenue M Report is now available online and will be the topic in a first series of Town Hall meetings open to all via zoom.
• Deadline: December 15th to submit a proposal for the opportunity to present at the 2024 International Convention at National Harbor MD, July 9-13, 2024.
• Update profiles & communication preferences: go to DKG.org > log in (if this is the first time, create an account, membership number is the username & create a password) > go to the first header on the left "My DKG' then click on "My Account"  > Publication Options" are on the bottom right. Make sure to save your profile, preferences  & updates when you make a change. If anyone has problems please contact me. I have zoomed with members, even doing it for them as they watched...whatever works for our members!

May you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving holiday.
Take care,
Irene

From Nita R Scott, CAE | Executive Director
The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International
Mail: 12710 Research Blvd. Ste 230 | Austin, TX  78759
512-478-5748 x102 | www.dkg.org

Dear International Committee Chairs,
 
Please see the attached document.  The Administrative Board has reviewed the Avenue M report and has initiated steps to develop a plan for implementation of the recommendations in the report.  Although this is a fluid document which will continue to be modified and adjusted as needed throughout the multi-phased plan recommended by Avenue M, the Board has requested that I share with you the full report along with the first stages of a plan to act upon the recommendations included there-in.
 
This report will be posted on the DKG Website for use by the membership no later than mid-week (it is there!).  Please feel free to reach out regarding any questions or concerns.
 
Warmly,
Nita

Since a number of presidents did not get the email prior to the State Meeting on Saturday, September 9, 2023, here are the attachments that were sent out. 

Greetings ladies,

Passing this message on as DKGNJ members have asked if there’s a way to donate to our sisters in Maui.

Ingrid was kind enough to reach out to their past state president, Dr. Lori Fujinaka Furoyama, and she said it doesn’t look like any of their members were directly affected. Lori said there are ways to make monetary donations and sent us this verified link. hawaiinewsnow.com below.  There is a video and links below the video to the following organizations:  American Red Cross of Hawaii, Hawaii Salvation Army, Aina Momona, Kako'o Maui Fund, Donate to teachers affected by the fires, Aloha United Way, Maui Food bank & more.

https://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/2023/08/09/want-help-those-devastated-by-maui-wildfires-heres-how/?fbclid=IwAR0nJTPuSYmw8k6E0jUGfYqqCMVM9utEsLRUTX3oT9bOjXp5dBnvKycsDTs

Thank you in advance for your kindness, concern and generosity!
With appreciation,
Irene

Blossom Nissman, DKGNJ President from 1989-1991, passed away this past week in Florida.  Many of your chapter members who have been in DKG may fondly remember this remarkable woman.  She maintained her membership in Eta Chapter even after she moved out of state to be closer to her family.

Here is a link to her obituary:  https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/burlingtoncountytimes/obituary.aspx?n=blossom-snoyer-nissman&pid=196393532

Condolences cards can be sent to Blossom's daughter:
Debbi Young
237 Prince Ave
Marstons Mills, MA 02648

The family will be doing a Zoom Celebration of Life for her on Sat, July 11 at 11 am ET.
Send your name and email address so Debbie can send them you link and invitation.
[email protected]