Chapter News
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West Virginia State Attends 2021 DKG International Convention Representing West Virginia at the 2021 International Conference in San Antonio, Texas, were Connie Boggs, Gamma; Glenda Wait, Xi; Vickie Skavenski, Alpha Kappa; Joanne Gregory, Beta; Susan Marra, Gamma; Elizabeth Vance, Alpha Gamma; and Deloris Lipps, Mu. In addition to enjoying great speakers and informative workshops, a highlight for West Virginia was having Dr. Wait give the Welcome Address at the President's Banquet. |
Congratulations to Alpha Beta sister Jill Stemple for being awarded West Virginia Public Broadcasting's "Above & Beyond" Award, which recognizes excellence and creativity. She teaches Pre-K at Rock Cave Elementary School in Upshur County.
Dr. Marilyn “Susie“ Rogers (Nu) was selected as this year's recipient of the West Virginia Delta Kappa Gamma Achievement Award. Dr. Rogers has been a member of Delta Kappa Gamma for more than thirty years. She was selected based on her outstanding work at the chapter level and state level. Susie is very active in many organizations and in her church. She is the choir director and has played the organ for her church for more than thirty years. Susie has attended many state, national and international conventions.
Her chapter sisters state that Susie’s outstanding work in the educational field has enriched their own chapter as well as the community. They describe her as helpful, a hard worker and a compassionate person. Her nominees also stated that Susie’s experiences as a teacher, counselor and administrator have given her excellent leadership skills. The State Achievement Award Committee was proud to select Susie as this year's winner based on her chapter’s outstanding application.
Dr. Marilyn “Susie“ Rogers (Nu) was selected as this year's recipient of the West Virginia Delta Kappa Gamma Achievement Award. Dr. Rogers has been a member of Delta Kappa Gamma for more than thirty years. She was selected based on her outstanding work at the chapter level and state level. Susie is very active in many organizations and in her church. She is the choir director and has played the organ for her church for more than thirty years. Susie has attended many state, national and international conventions.
Her chapter sisters state that Susie’s outstanding work in the educational field has enriched their own chapter as well as the community. They describe her as helpful, a hard worker and a compassionate person. Her nominees also stated that Susie’s experiences as a teacher, counselor and administrator have given her excellent leadership skills. The State Achievement Award Committee was proud to select Susie as this year's winner based on her chapter’s outstanding application.
Alpha Delta Chapter member Adena Barnette has been named the 2021 State History Teacher of the Year. This award is presented annually by the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, the nation’s leading organization dedicated to K-12 American history education. In 2021, parents, students, teachers and administrators nationwide nominated a record 8,510 teachers for the History Teacher of the Year Award. Amidst a very competitive field, Barnette rose to the top in West Virginia. “Mrs. Barnette is an outstanding representative of our state’s education community because she realizes the impact that creativity and innovation can make on a student’s future,” State Superintendent of Schools W. Clayton Burch said. “We are so proud that she has been recognized at the state level for her commitment to making American history come to life in the classroom.” In addition to a $1,000 honorarium, Barnette’s school will receive a core archive of American history books and Gilder Lehrman educational materials and recognition at a ceremony in West Virginia.
Alpha Chapter proudly celebrates with member Judy Rule, Director of the Cabell County Public Library and its seven branches. The Cabell County Public Library is the winner of the National Medal for Museum and Library Science. It is one of six recipients of this prestigious award – three museums and three libraries. The other libraries are in Illinois and Tennessee and the museums are in Oregon, Mississippi and Puerto Rico. They have “provided dynamic programming and services that exceed expected levels of service. Through their community outreach, these institutions bring about change that touches the lives of individuals and helps communities thrive.” Judy has been working for the Cabell County Library for 54 years (!) and as Director for 38 years. Congratulations to Judy and all of her Cabell County Public Library staff!
 Dr. Glenda Wait
Congratulations to Dr. Glenda Wait (Xi Chapter) and Rebecha Catlett (Eta Chapter) for having articles published in The Delta Kappa Gamma Bulletin (Volume 87-2). To access the Bulletin online, go to : https://www.dkg.org. (Click on – Publications; Click on – Bulletin – Magazine Download PDF; Click on – 2020 Collegial Exchange 87-2) |
Rebecha Catlett
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Snapshots from the Convention
The 77th West Virginia State Convention was held virtually on April 23 and 24, 2021. "Celebrate Being a DKG Woman" was the convention theme, and the host chapters were Beta, Tau and Alpha Iota.
Dr. Glenda Wait, (Xi) 2019-2021 West Virginia State President, opens the Convention.
Lauren Jarroll (Nu) reads Be a Good Teammate with her nephew.
Joanne Gregory (Beta) culminates two years of planning as convention coordinator.
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Harriet Leurant dances the Charleston during a break.
Hosting from West Liberty University, Sara Sweeney (Epsilon) serves as Convention Facilitator.
Barbara Tabaretti, (Beta) 2021-2023 Recording Secretary
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Nita Scott, (top right) DKG International Executive Director, assists with the installation of the 2021-2023 state officers.
Linda Arbogast (Epsilon) shares Inspirational
Thoughts.
Newsette Editor Connie Boggs (Gamma) recovers from foot surgery while participating in the Convention.
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Margie Turley (Alpha Iota) announces door prize winners.
Priscilla Marten (Alpha) offers Inspirational Thoughts.
Eta sisters Rebecha Catlett and 2021-2023 First Vice-President Vicki Jenkins present membership expansion and leadership development workshops.
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