2022 DKGNJ Convention Offerings
Irene Maskaly, First Vice President, Program Planning/EEC
The Program Planning Committee selected an outstanding variety of workshop presentations for the 2022 DKG NJ Convention that includes something for everyone. While there are two books discussion workshops being offered, we ask that you only register for one so that more members can be accommodated. The earlier you register, the better chance you have of getting your first choices for workshops. Please be sure to take the time to complete the workshop evaluations that will be available online. The information you provided in previous years was instrumental in helping us plan this year’s convention. We thank you in advance for all your suggestions and recommendations.
Saturday Morning 10:30 – 11:45
Taking Time for Your Personal Well Being: Holistic Health & Mindful Living
Presenter: Dr. Pamela Albert Devine (Mu)
“Today more than 95% of all chronic disease is caused by food choice, toxic ingredients, nutritional deficiencies and lack of physical exercise.” Mike Adams
75% of all health care spending in the US is for the treatment of preventable chronic illnesses – such as high blood pressure, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and arthritis.
“Health is not simply the absence of sickness.” Hannah Green
Attendees will learn about the many facets of wellness, rate themselves in the many facets that contribute to wellness: physical, biochemical, emotional, financial, family, social/community, career, spiritual, intellectual/mental and relaxation in order to identify areas that one can work on in order to achieve balanced wellness. The use of herbs, medicinal plants and essential oils will be discussed, and attendees will become more mindful of ways to improve their overall wellness. Target Audience: All
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE)
Presenter: Camy Kobylinski (Iota)
The content will focus on ACEs and how they are linked to future difficulties in behavioral and physical health.
Target Audience: All
I am for the Child (CASA)
Presenter: Jeanne Whalen (Iota)
Casa is a national organization. The initials stand for Court Appointed Special Advocate for abused and neglected children. In New Jersey each county runs their own CASA through the county courts. An overview will be discussed about how to get involved in the program, the training and a description of a case from start to finish.
Target: All
Crisis Line Awareness
Presenter: Mary Claire Givelber
Founded in 1975, Caring Contact is a crisis line that has been promoting emotional wellbeing and preventing emotional crises by providing opportunities for people to express themselves to compassionate listeners in a safe environment. In addition to our non-emergency “warm line,” Caring Contact has been the primary responder to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for residents of Essex, Middlesex, Morris, Somerset, and Union counties since 2005. The agency has approximately 75 highly trained volunteer “Listeners” on the crisis line that answer calls every day from 7am to 11pm.
During the presentation we will provide attendees with background on Caring Contact, detail on the differences in the “warm line” and Lifeline and the increased need for crisis support over the past 5 years. We will share information on who calls and who answers the hotline and why so many people hesitate to access this free confidential service. Finally, we will share some stories from the crisis line, so attendees get a better sense of the work we do each day. Target Audience: All
Leading Women Educators Engaging Women Leaders
Presenter: International Guest – International President, Becky Sadowski
Do you consider yourself a leader? The members of our organization reflect many different leadership skills and styles. Join us as we focus on how DKG supports all kinds of leaders and engages those women in opportunities to grow and make a difference.
Target Audience: All
Book Discussion: The Alice Network by Kate Quinn
Discussion Leader: Sharon Gardner (Iota)
Open Discussion Format: In this enthralling novel, two women-a female spy recruited to the real-life Alice Network in France during WWI and an unconventional American socialite searching for her cousin in 1947-are brought together in a mesmerizing story of courage and redemption. Target Audience: All
Presenter: Dr. Pamela Albert Devine (Mu)
“Today more than 95% of all chronic disease is caused by food choice, toxic ingredients, nutritional deficiencies and lack of physical exercise.” Mike Adams
75% of all health care spending in the US is for the treatment of preventable chronic illnesses – such as high blood pressure, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and arthritis.
“Health is not simply the absence of sickness.” Hannah Green
Attendees will learn about the many facets of wellness, rate themselves in the many facets that contribute to wellness: physical, biochemical, emotional, financial, family, social/community, career, spiritual, intellectual/mental and relaxation in order to identify areas that one can work on in order to achieve balanced wellness. The use of herbs, medicinal plants and essential oils will be discussed, and attendees will become more mindful of ways to improve their overall wellness. Target Audience: All
Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE)
Presenter: Camy Kobylinski (Iota)
The content will focus on ACEs and how they are linked to future difficulties in behavioral and physical health.
Target Audience: All
I am for the Child (CASA)
Presenter: Jeanne Whalen (Iota)
Casa is a national organization. The initials stand for Court Appointed Special Advocate for abused and neglected children. In New Jersey each county runs their own CASA through the county courts. An overview will be discussed about how to get involved in the program, the training and a description of a case from start to finish.
Target: All
Crisis Line Awareness
Presenter: Mary Claire Givelber
Founded in 1975, Caring Contact is a crisis line that has been promoting emotional wellbeing and preventing emotional crises by providing opportunities for people to express themselves to compassionate listeners in a safe environment. In addition to our non-emergency “warm line,” Caring Contact has been the primary responder to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline for residents of Essex, Middlesex, Morris, Somerset, and Union counties since 2005. The agency has approximately 75 highly trained volunteer “Listeners” on the crisis line that answer calls every day from 7am to 11pm.
During the presentation we will provide attendees with background on Caring Contact, detail on the differences in the “warm line” and Lifeline and the increased need for crisis support over the past 5 years. We will share information on who calls and who answers the hotline and why so many people hesitate to access this free confidential service. Finally, we will share some stories from the crisis line, so attendees get a better sense of the work we do each day. Target Audience: All
Leading Women Educators Engaging Women Leaders
Presenter: International Guest – International President, Becky Sadowski
Do you consider yourself a leader? The members of our organization reflect many different leadership skills and styles. Join us as we focus on how DKG supports all kinds of leaders and engages those women in opportunities to grow and make a difference.
Target Audience: All
Book Discussion: The Alice Network by Kate Quinn
Discussion Leader: Sharon Gardner (Iota)
Open Discussion Format: In this enthralling novel, two women-a female spy recruited to the real-life Alice Network in France during WWI and an unconventional American socialite searching for her cousin in 1947-are brought together in a mesmerizing story of courage and redemption. Target Audience: All
Saturday Afternoon 2:30-3:4
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Presenter: Deborah Hoeflinger (Alpha)
A Presentation on the life and work of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The program includes several of the important cases that she worked on as well as decisions she wrote while a member of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Target Audience: All
Educating the Whole Child: How SRO’s Foster a Positive School Climate
Presenter: Dawn Flanders (Mu)
School resource officers S.R.O.’s teach, counsel, and protect the school community. S.R.O.’s contribute to a positive school climate by a partnership with students, faculty, administration, staff, and parents. Having 14 years of experience is an SRO, I will share my experiences to help you maximize your SRO program.
Target Audience: All
Twitter for Educators 101
Presenter: Heather Lieberman (Gamma)
In this workshop both active and retired educators will learn how to use Twitter to learn, stay up on what’s happening in the profession, and grow their professional network.
Participants will need to have a smartphone or laptop and should have signed up for Twitter beforehand. They should download Twitter as an app on their phone prior to the workshop.
Target Audience: All
WHETHERproofing Your Financial House
Presenter: Darci Erickson (Eta)
This workshop is to provide a working understanding of the Key concepts of how to become financially bulletproof. The audience will get an understanding of several key principles about how money works, the significance of knowing how much money is required for retirement. Each participant will also receive a voucher for a complimentary financial needs analysis.
Target Audience: Active & Retired
Book Discussion: The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson
Presenter: Theresa Messino (Alpha)
Workshop Description: Open Discussion Format: This novel is a deeply researched piece of historical fiction based on the true story of the Pack Horse Librarians of Kentucky. A story of raw courage, fierce strength, and one woman's belief that books can carry us anywhere.
Target Audience: All
Presenter: Deborah Hoeflinger (Alpha)
A Presentation on the life and work of Ruth Bader Ginsburg. The program includes several of the important cases that she worked on as well as decisions she wrote while a member of the U.S. Supreme Court.
Target Audience: All
Educating the Whole Child: How SRO’s Foster a Positive School Climate
Presenter: Dawn Flanders (Mu)
School resource officers S.R.O.’s teach, counsel, and protect the school community. S.R.O.’s contribute to a positive school climate by a partnership with students, faculty, administration, staff, and parents. Having 14 years of experience is an SRO, I will share my experiences to help you maximize your SRO program.
Target Audience: All
Twitter for Educators 101
Presenter: Heather Lieberman (Gamma)
In this workshop both active and retired educators will learn how to use Twitter to learn, stay up on what’s happening in the profession, and grow their professional network.
Participants will need to have a smartphone or laptop and should have signed up for Twitter beforehand. They should download Twitter as an app on their phone prior to the workshop.
Target Audience: All
WHETHERproofing Your Financial House
Presenter: Darci Erickson (Eta)
This workshop is to provide a working understanding of the Key concepts of how to become financially bulletproof. The audience will get an understanding of several key principles about how money works, the significance of knowing how much money is required for retirement. Each participant will also receive a voucher for a complimentary financial needs analysis.
Target Audience: Active & Retired
Book Discussion: The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek by Kim Michele Richardson
Presenter: Theresa Messino (Alpha)
Workshop Description: Open Discussion Format: This novel is a deeply researched piece of historical fiction based on the true story of the Pack Horse Librarians of Kentucky. A story of raw courage, fierce strength, and one woman's belief that books can carry us anywhere.
Target Audience: All
