Alphamusings T he Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Vol. 72, No. 3 M ONTANA STATE ORGANIZATION M arch 2019

Montana State Organization WelcomesJune Bowers, Member-at-Large

to the State Convention in Great Falls. June Bowers is a 42 year member ofDKG and the 2016-2020 Member-at-Large. She believes that a member mustshare their time, talents, energy andresources with the Society in order torecognize and reap the benefits given bythe Society. Living her beliefs, June hasparticipated at all levels of the Society,including chair of the Personal Growthand Services Committee, MembershipCommittee, and the Arts & HumanitiesJury. In addition, she has served as NW

Regional Director and president of the Nebraska State Organization. Residing in Falls City, NE, June is an active member of IotaChapter and is an involved citizen of Falls City serving as presidentof the District 56 School Board, director of the Methodist ChurchChoir, treasurer for the SE Area Nebraska Retired School Personneland also works as a substitute teacher. “I challenge each of you to be a part of building the success andfuture of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International! DKG ismoving forward while embracing our vision of being LeadingWomen Educators Impacting Education Worldwide.”

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Plan to attend the Montana State

Organization ConventionConvention Chairman Rebecca Marinko, State 1st Vice President

Plans are coming together and the State Convention PlanningCommittee is excited to invite you to the 2019 Montana StateOrganization Convention at the Hilton Garden Inn in Great Falls onApril 26-28. In addition to inspirational speakers and programs, theconvention will also include an induction ceremony to welcome newmembers to DKG and a training session for chapter treasurers toaddress changes being made at the international level. The international representative, June Bowers, is a vibrant,dynamic speaker who is sure to provide wisdom and motivation forconvention attendees. Plan to arrive early on Friday to enjoy the formal tea beingprovided by Omega Chapter at Central Christian Church at 1025Central Avenue. There are also plans in the works to hold theSaturday evening banquet at a special Great Falls location. Call now and make your room reservations. The Hilton GardenInn experienced an internal communication glitch earlier, but thathas been resolved and the reservation block is now available at (406)452-1000. It will be open right up to the convention date.Registration forms for the convention will available on the statewebsite shortly. See you soon!!

The 2019-2021 Biennium Nominees for the Montana State Organization

Leadership Positions are: Chairman Mary Meissner (Omega)

p p p p p p p p p p p p p p President: Rebecca Marinko (Rho)

First Vice President: Lorran Depner (Alpha Gamma)Second Vice President: Mavis Peterson (Omega)

Recording Secretary: Sharon “Cookie” Bashor (Rho)Corresponding Secretary: Genelle Hocevar (Delta)

p p p p p p p p p p p p p p These candidates are dedicated long time members of DKG.Each of them has served as president of their chapter. Each of themhas served on the state level as an officer or committee chairman.Add advanced degrees and endorsements to their list ofaccomplishments along with enthusiasm for this organization.

You will not be disappointed in this slate of officers!

PresidentRebecca Marinko (Rho) First Vice President is currently Lorran Depner (Alpha Gamma)

First Vice President has served in many capacities and her music abilities have always been appreciated.

Second Vice President Mavis Peterson (Omega) has been chairman of the Personal Growth and Recording Secretary Services Committee. Sharon ‘Cookie’ Bashor (Rho)

Is currently the chairman of the History Committee.

Corresponding Secretary Genelle Hocevar (Delta) is chairman of the State Scholarship Committee.

Nominations from the floor will be accepted at the StateConvention.

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DEADLINES AND DATES TO REMEMBERFor 2019

April 12 - Deadline for early registration for State ConventionApril 23 - Deadline to have articles in the May 2019 issue of May Alphamusings.April 26-28 - Montana State Organization State Convention - Hilton Garden Inn - Great Falls A block of rooms are available at the Hilton Garden Inn (406) 452-1000June 30 - End of the 2017-2019 bienniumJuly 10-12, 2019 - Leadership Conference formerly known as the Northwest Regional Conference, Des Moines, Iowa

CONNECTING, MOVING

FORWARD AND FOCUSING ON MEMBERSHIP”

by

Alpha Mu StatePresident

Audrey Collins

Spring Ahead....Hopefully, SOON! This sentiment leads me to perhaps the most important part ofmy theme, MOVING FORWARD. I hope that you areconsidering this aspect for all of your chapters. I would suggestthat we can look for new members, new leaders and new ideas. I’ve shared many suggestions for new members and I amhearing some encouraging reports. We have chapters gainingnew members, which is very exciting. I love to think that thereare new women enjoying the many benefits of DKGmembership! We have also had a positive report fromInternational regarding our membership. Our total membershiphas not increased, but the rate of decrease has improved. I viewthat as a first step for our state to build upon. Keep up the goodwork building your chapters! As we work to add new members, we must also focus ongrowing new leaders. I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again. Ourorganization cannot move forward without LEADERSHIP.Providing these opportunities is one benefit of membership butwe must encourage individuals to take advantage of what isavailable to them. We can’t expect to recruit ready-made leadersbut we should be nurturing them. These paths are very individualand may move along a path of chapter responsibilities and officesto state involvement in committees and projects. Ultimately,wouldn’t it be great to be in a position where we aren’t“recycling” chapter presidents and we have a list of names ofwomen looking for opportunities to serve as committee chairsand officers for the state organization. I think this is a worthygoal for all of us. New ideas are vital to the survival and success of ourorganization. We must respond to changes in expectations of ourmembers and potential members. The field of education is notwhat it used to be. Demands placed upon teachers are not whatthey used to be. Our organization cannot be what it used to be.Each chapter needs to respond to change and create change in itsown way. International has many tools available to assist inprocessing change and strengthening chapters. Your state officersand leaders will also support these efforts if you call upon them. In closing, I encourage each of you to think about newmembers, new leaders and new ideas. Make your own “to do”list, dream sheet, whatever works for you to reflect on whatyou’d like to accomplish/help facilitate/participate in, etc. in yourDKG membership. Consider what you can do to improve yourchapter, what connections you want to build or re-kindle, what

you can gain from attending State Convention April 26-28 inGreat Falls, what resources you might want to utilize from theinternational website...the possibilities are endless. As always, please get in touch with me if there is anything I cando to assist you or encourage you in your DKG journey.

Montana State Organization 2019-2021 Biennium

Nominees for the Nomination Committee

Nancy Cormier (Alpha Alpha) Leola Tusler (Alpha)

In this issue . . .Convention News 1

Nominees for 2019-2021 Biennium 1 & 2 President’s Message 2

Dates to Remember 2 Committee Reports 3 & 4

White Roses 5State Convention Registration form 6

http://www.dkg.org

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Reminders from the State TreasurerMontana State Organization Treasurer Maureen Watt (Omicron)

Dues Processing Procedure... Training for chapter treasurers will be provided at State Convention. All chapters should have arepresentative there to learn about the dues processing. This should be the chapter treasurer or the personwho will be doing the processing. You will need your membership number to start. If you don’t knowit, you may contact me at 406-563-2031 or maureen.watt@bresnan.net. The chapter treasurer needs to have access to the DKG website. Here are the steps that you mayfollow: The DKG website available to all of our members (www.dkg.org) already includes an accountset up for you. Simply sign in where prompted or use the “sign in” button in the top right side of thewebsite. Your username is your six digit member ID and the default password is dkg2014society. Once you have logged in, please change your password to a preferred one in the My Account areaunder the My DKG tab. You can also create a profile, choose to be a part of the social communities andaccess the members-only directory. You can also verify your contact information, including email, andmodify it where necessary.

Effective November 6, 2018 Because of changes in security standards and system upgrades, users must modify their passwordsto meet the new security requirements. Passwords MUST now include seven (7) characters - includingat least one letter and one number. I would encourage all treasurers to log onto the website and choose Chapter Connect in the redportion of the page. You will see four PowerPoint Presentations. The three that you need to review are:Overview New Dues Training for US Treasurer, Treasurer Practice Site, Dues Processing and theTreasurer Practice Site-Add, Transfer and Reinstate. This will help you to learn about the new process.At the convention, I will be available to help you get started.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:Membership

2nd Vice President Doris Tollefson (Alpha Zeta)

Chapters should be well into their DKG year with projects and activities happening right and left.Hopefully, new members have been invited and initiated. It would be a meaningful gesture if your newmembers were invited to attend the state convention in Great Falls on April 26-28. It would be evenbetter if someone could bring a whole car load of members to the convention. They are fun and arelearning experiences not only for long time members but also for new members. Has your chapter updated member biographical data sheets recently? If you cannot remember the lasttime they were updated, then it is time to drag them out and update them. If Member Biographical DataSheet is a foreign term for you, then your chapter certainly needs to complete one for each member. Theforms can be downloaded from the DKG website. If you have not visited the DKG website, this is what you need to do to find Form 82, the MemberBiographical Data Sheet. Log in to the “Member Home” part of the website by clicking on those wordsat the top of the Home Page. A new screen will appear, and type in your member number found on yourmember card you received when you paid your dues. Then create a password, if you have not alreadydone so, using at least seven (7) characters including at least one letter and one number. Once you areon the Member Home page, click on Forms; then click on Membership, and finally Form 82. Downloadthe form and make copies for every member in your chapter. Have every member fill out this form and return it to the chapter president or the membershipchairman. You can take time at a meeting to complete Form 82, and after that once a year, update theforms. Mailing addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers change, and by updating Form 82, your information is correct and up-to-date. Also, make sure that your emergency contact information iscurrent. It is important to know who to contact in the case of an emergency. As you may or may not know, DKG now offers a new membership category: Collegiate member. Forthose chapters in or near areas that have colleges, universities or centers for higher learning, this is agreat opportunity to tap into a new and refreshing resource. Offering membership to young womenpursuing a career in education not only helps grow our membership but also shows support to youngwomen who often need some support. Expanding our circle of membership certainly makes it an excitingtime to be in DKG.

Alpha Mu State Officers2017-2019

President:Audrey Collins, OmicronPO Box 394Drummond MT 59832-0394(406) 288-3162(406) 544-7479

collins@blackfoot.net

1st Vice-President:Rebecca Marinko, Rho2622 16th Ave. S.Great Falls MT 59404(406) 897-4901

marinkorj@gmail.org

2nd Vice-President:Doris Tollefson, Alpha ZetaPO Box 296Hinsdale MT 59241-0296(406)364-2271dtoll@nemont.net

Recording Secretary:LaVonne Borgreen, Zeta120 Sunset StreetLewistown MT 59457-2225(406) 538-4301

squiggy@lewistown.net

Corresponding Secretary: Ruth Anne Wilson-Jones, Phi276 Noland DriveHamilton, MT 59840-3429(406) 375-5621rawj123@hotmail.com

Treasurer:Maureen Watt, Omicron1112 Heather DriveAnaconda MT 59711-2634(406) 563-2031

maureen.watt@bresnan.net

Parliamentarian:

Immediate Past President:Joan Micheletti, Tau2939 St. Johns AveBillings MT 59106-6643(406) 656-4725joanscorner2@yahoo.com

Webmaster:Eva English, IotaPO Box 963Harlem MT 59526-0963(406) 353-7171evaenglish@yahoo.com

State EditorJoyce English, Alpha ZetaPO Box 216Hinsdale MT 59241-0216(406) 364-2349joyceenglish@yahoo.com

mailto:maureen.watt@bresnan.net.http://www.dkg.org)mailto:maryvaira@yahoo.commailto:ruthcarl@itstriangle.commailto:collins@blackfoot.netmailto:marinkorj@gmail.orgmailto:collins@blackfoot.netmailto:dtoll@nemont.netmailto:squiggy@lesiwtown.netmailto:slvrvxn@bresnan.netmailto:esimmons30@hotrmail.commailto:rawj123@hotmail.commailto:maureen.watt@bresnan.netmailto:maureen.watt@bresnan.netmailto:barbjmansfield@bresnan.netmailto:joanscorner2@yahoo.commailto:29essex@ttc-cmc.netmailto:bantzg@yahoo.commailto:evaenglish@yahoo.commailto:joyceenglish@yahoo.com

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Expansion Chairman Madalen Sugrue, (Omicron)

The Expansion Committee stands at the ready to carry out theduties assigned to them to assist in establishing new chapters andsupporting existing chapters. Our state has not established a new chapter in a very long timeand we have had chapters dissolve before any intervention couldoccur. Membership is an undeniable challenge. However, withchanges in our governing documents made at our last internationalconvention, collegiate membership is now a possibility. This may bean avenue to consider when looking for members. It could be a wayof establishing a chapter in an area where none currently exist orstrengthening a chapter that is struggling. The Expansion Committeewould encourage you to consider this option. We would also invite everyone to utilize the resources availablefrom International to strengthen your chapter. Here is a link from theDKG website that would go a long way in assessing and buildingchapters: https://www.dkg.org/DKGMember/Resources/ChapterStrengthening.aspx. You can find it on the website by logging in asa member, going to Tools, clicking on Chapter Tools, clicking onChapter Strengthening and scrolling down to Strategies for aPositive Chapter Environment. It’s very comprehensive and hassome great ideas. There are many other resources there as well.There really is no reason to re-invent the wheel! As always, our committee, along with the membershipcommittee, and state offices are available o assist you and supportyour chapter in any way possible. Please call upon us if we can beof any help.

HistoryChairman Sharon ‘Cookie’ Bashor (Rho)

Chapter Presidents, please remind your history/scrapbook chairthat the second page of the scrapbook for the State President’s bookis due by State Convention or before if you have it finished. Manythanks for those that have already sent the first page! Now, we all need to get organized and finish up our DKG year ina positive productive manner by getting the scrapbook pagescompleted. My goal is to have each chapter represented in thePresident’s book. Could you please help by gathering materials andcompleting the required pages. If you have questions, please contactme at cookiebashor@yahoo.com.

MusicChairman Lorran Depner (Alpha Gamma)

DKG has a wonderful history of song using music as a basis formeetings and ceremonies. There have been many songbookspublished that cover every aspect of membership in theorganization. Whether it is honoring our country and flag, officerprocessions, break time, meal time, ceremonies, or the end of day.DKG has used music to help events run with continuity. Our statehas very talented and capable vocalists and instrumentalists thathave dedicated hours to providing music over the years for theseevents. The music committee is going to work hard making suremusic is a big part of the upcoming convention, providing thisseamless continuity for the event. There are plans for a Convention Choir and music is beingselected that goes along with our convention theme. Depending oninterest at our rehearsal, we will prepare selections for a banquetperformance or if we lack participation, we will brainstorm alternatemusical activities to enhance our time together.

DKG is a changing organization. It is up to us as key womeneducators to keep up with these changes and adapt as necessary.Music is needed at our events - it is uplifting for the body and souland it is at the root of who we are. Change is inevitable - let us useour voices and instruments to bring everyone together for thecommon purpose of our organization.

ScholarshipsChairman Genelle Hocevar (Delta)

Congratulations! The Scholarship Committee awarded twoMontana State Organization Scholarships in the amount of$1,000.00 to Leesa Halcro and $1,000.00 to Megan Schaak of Delta Chapter in Great Falls. Leesa Halcro is enrolled in graduate classes through theUniversity of California, San Diego Extension Program. She islearning best practices in classroom management, updatedtechnology and more paths to help students think, read and writelike historians. Megan is in her second year of her Masters Degree in the area ofLearning and Technology. Megan has learned new tools andtechniques to increase technology integration skills whileincorporating Instructional Design Principles. Both applicants are very involved at the chapter level andcontribute a lot of their time to education and their community. TheScholarship Committee was very impressed with these two finerecipients. A special thank you to the Scholarship Committee, Kathy Stuart(Delta), LaVonne Borgreen (Zeta) and Cathy Stone (Alpha) for theirtime in this process.

Purposes ofTHE DELTA KAPPA GAMMA SOCIETY

INTERNATIONAL1. To unite women educators of the world in genuinespiritual fellowship.2. To honor women who have given or who evidence apotential for distinctive service in any field ofeducation.3. To advance the professional interest and position ofwomen in education.4. To initiate, endorse and support desirable legislationor other suitable endeavors in the interests ofeducation and of women educators.5. To endow scholarships to aid outstanding womeneducators in pursuing graduate study and to grantfellowships to non-member women educators.6. To stimulate the personal and professional growthof members and to encourage their participation inappropriate programs of action.7. To inform the members of current economic, social,political and educational issues so that they mayparticipate effectively in a world society.

https://www.dkg.org/DKGhttps://www.dkg.org/DKGhttps://www.dkg.org/DKGhttps://www.dkg.org/DKGhttps://www.dkg.org/DKGhttps://www.dkg.org/DKGhttps://www.dkg.org/DKGmailto:cookiebashor@yahoo.com.

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2019 ConventionApril 26-28

Hilton Garden Inn in Great Falls.Find the registration form for the convention on page 6

and on line at: http://alphamustate.weebly.com Make your room reservation at the Hilton Garden Inn

by calling (406) 452-1000

WHITE ROSES OF

REMEMBRANCE “A Moment to Remember...

A lifetime to Honor.”

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Jewel Halverson, Alpha Alpha, February 9, 2019 _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Jewel Halverson1932-2019

Jewel ‘Julie’ Halverson was born May14, 1932. She grew up on a ranch inGrove Creek Valley near Fishtail,Montana, the youngest child of Martinand Ida Mattson. She had many pleasantmemories of her early education startingin a typical Montana rural one-roomschool. She had a culture shock as herparents retired from the ranch and moved

to Billings. Her education continued at Lincoln Junior High,Billings Senior and Eastern Montana College. Her parents werevery pro-education and strong school supporters. Both Julie and herolder sister ended up as teachers. During college, she was active in drama and editor of thecollege newspaper. Julie met her future husband, Earl, in collegeand they married on August 16, 1952. After Julie and her husbandEarl moved to Harlowton, Montana, she wasn’t allowed to teach inthe same school system as her husband. She worked as a steno clerkand other jobs before becoming a stay-at-home mom for their sonMark and their daughter Lori. Earl was a longtime principal atLincoln and Lewis and Clark Junior High Schools. Wanting herchildren to have the same higher education opportunities, Juliereturned to EMC in the seventies, specializing in Early ChildhoodEducation. She embraced the non-traditional student role andbecame known as the “Lollies” (little old ladies). Billings Schoolsintroduced kindergarten in 1975; she was one of the 40 teachershired. It was a wild beginning at Newman School. Julie’s energy,enthusiasm and positive attitude helped her stay in this challengingposition for 20 years. Julie retired from the classroom in 1995. Julie belonged to many professional organizations: The DeltaKappa Gamma Society International, NEA, BEA, Midland EmpireReading Council and National Reading Council. She was an activepart of many district committees: art, social studies, computer,science, English, report card revision and library review. She wasa trainer for the Second Step program for both teachers and parents.Julie received the District Golden Apple Award in 1987. This wasespecially gratifying because the nomination came from the schoolhousekeeper who collected letters from countless former students.It was amazing to find out what students remembered aboutkindergarten. Julie was a lifelong learner, active after retirement in Sow andGrow Garden Club, Audubon, Zoo Montana horticultural board,

Global Grannies and water exercise. She was an avid reader and acrossword puzzle maniac! Julie and her husband Earl enjoyedretirement in Billings and celebrated 66 years together. Juliepromoted education through her fun, story-filled life. submitted by Cindy Osland (Alpha Alpha) ÄÊÃ Ä ÊÃ Ä ÊÃ ÄÊÃ ÄÊÃ Ä ÊÃ Ä ÊÃ ÄÊÃ ÄÊÃ Ä ÊÃ

Mission StatementThe Delta Kappa Gamma Society International promotesprofessional and personal growth of women educators andexcellence in education.

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The members of the Alpha Mu State of The Delta Kappa Gamma SocietyInternational promote quality education and the professional development ofMontana women educators.

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Communicate with International Headquarters:

888 / 762-4685 (toll-free in Canada, U.S.) 512 / 478-5748 FAX: 512 / 478-3961

web site address: www.dkg.org

Address to go directly to the Montana web site:http://alphamustate.weebly.com

Alpha Mu State is now on Facebook! “LIKE” and follow us for all updates: Alpha Mu State, The Delta Kappa

Gamma Society International

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A LPHAMUSINGS

MONTANA STATE ORGANIZATION

The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International

Vol. 72, No.3, March 2019

Joyce English, Editor, PO Box 216, Hinsdale MT 59241

j oyceenglish@yahoo.com

http://alphamustate.weebly.comhttp://www.deltakappagamma.orgmailto:promen@deltakappagamma.orghttp://alphamustate.weebly.commailto:joyceenglish@yahoo.com

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Montana State Organization Convention Registration

April 26-28, 2019 -- Hilton Garden Inn, Great Falls, Montana

“Honor the Past, Embrace the Future”

Name _____________________________________ Chapter __________________________________

Address _________________________________________City/Zip Code _________________________

Email address or phone number for registration confirmation __________________________________

Mail registration to: Kathy Stuart, 805 E 50th St S, Great Falls, MT 59405

Make checks payable to: Montana State Organization - DKG

Members attending must pay the registration fee even if they do not stay for all events.

_____ Registration postmarked by April 12, 2019………………………………………………………………………….$50

_____Registration postmarked after April 12, 2019 ……………………………………………………………………….$75

Please check the functions you will attend:

_____Friday Night Social - Tea Party Hosted by Omega Chapter ………………………………………………….…No Charge

_____Past State Presidents, State Officers, and Catherine Nutterville Award Recipients Dinner…….…………………….$ 17

(By invitation only)

_____Saturday Breakfast……………………………………………………………………………….……… ……………$13

Creamy yogurt served with granola, fresh fruit, muffin & coffee or tea

_____Birthday Luncheon …………………………………………………………………… ………………….……………$15

Deli Sandwich Buffet, seasoned homemade potato chips, tossed green salad & birthday cake

_____Banquet Buffet…………………………………………………………………………………… ……………………$30

Roast beef with gravy, chicken cordon bleu, mashed potatoes, tossed salad, fruit salad,

dessert & coffee or tea

_____Sunday Breakfast ……………………………………………………………………………………………….……. $17

Scrambled eggs, bacon, breakfast potatoes, fruit Danish & coffee or tea

Total Enclosed…………………………………………………………………………………………………………..$ _______

Note any dietary restrictions here: ________________________________________________________________________

Tax and gratuity are included in each meal per Hilton Garden Inn policy. No meal reservations added after April 20th .

Cancellation Policy:

A. People who must cancel will receive a refund for unguaranteed functions provided written request or a phone call,

followed by a letter of confirmation, is received by the registration chairman prior to April 15, 2019.

B. Processing fee of $10 will be retained on all cancellations, regardless of when they are received.

Check one of the following:

_____State Officer/Related Personnel _____Past State President _____State Committee Chairman

_____Member _____Chapter President _____Chapter Committee Chairman

_____Guest _____Retired Guest (Registration fee is waived, they may pay for meals only)

Name of guest: _______________________________________

We will offer renewal units for the workshops.

Room Reservation: Call Hilton Garden Inn directly at 406-452-1000 and press 0 on the menu to go directly to the right department.

Ask for the Delta Kappa Gamma room block. Rates for a standard room: $139 per night.

Joyce English, Editor, PO Box 216, Hinsdale MT 59241 joyceenglish@yahoo.com