(photo credit: Merle Tanis)
Epsilon is...KEY WOMEN EDUCATORS representing SUSSEX and WARREN Counties of New Jersey
VISION STATEMENT
Leading women educators impacting education worldwide.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education.
VISION STATEMENT
Leading women educators impacting education worldwide.
MISSION STATEMENT
The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education.
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Book Club Meeting ay Andover Diner, December 3, 2025
Photo Credit_. Patty Curtis
Photo Credit_. Patty Curtis
December 6th Luncheon
(Photo Credit: Patty Curtis)
OTHER DECEMBER HIGHLIGHTS....
Thanks to all who attended our annual Holiday Luncheon on December 6th. We raised $280 from the Tricky Tray. This money will go towards Epsilon's tricky trays at the state convention in April.
Many thanks also to Mary Houghtaling for welcoming our sisters to a tour of the Kittatinny Regional High School Holocaust and Genocide Research Center (see phohto below).
As a project with her students, Mary organized the creation of this informative and meaningful collection of artifacts, books, artwork and more. (Go to the Member Spotlight page for a slideshow showing more photos from the KRS HOlocaust & Genocide Research Center.)
Thanks to all who attended our annual Holiday Luncheon on December 6th. We raised $280 from the Tricky Tray. This money will go towards Epsilon's tricky trays at the state convention in April.
Many thanks also to Mary Houghtaling for welcoming our sisters to a tour of the Kittatinny Regional High School Holocaust and Genocide Research Center (see phohto below).
As a project with her students, Mary organized the creation of this informative and meaningful collection of artifacts, books, artwork and more. (Go to the Member Spotlight page for a slideshow showing more photos from the KRS HOlocaust & Genocide Research Center.)
Photo Credit: Patty Curtis
Photo Collage from Epsilon's First Lunch Bunch!
Pictured above: Marion Alden, Patty Curtis, Sue Davis, Susan Hebel, Maureen McGrath, Betty Monaghan, Patti Silverstein, and Michelle Visco. (Photo credit: Patty Curtis)
September 27th Chapter Meeting and Luncheon
Mary Houghtaling & Susanne Brezina (below). Phote credit: Barb Edwards
On a summery autumn Saturday, Epsilon sisters gathered at Sheridan's in Andover for a tasty lunch and interesting meeting.
During the business meeting, we inducted Mary Houghtaling into our chapter, who specializes in Holocaust education.
Welcome, Mary!
Alicia Citro, Vice Principal at Montague School, was the meeting's guest speaker. She promoted her district's upcoming Career Day and invited Epsilon sisters to be part of it by helping to set up and run this 1/2 day program, and by recruiting people of various careers to talk about their jobs.
During the business meeting, we inducted Mary Houghtaling into our chapter, who specializes in Holocaust education.
Welcome, Mary!
Alicia Citro, Vice Principal at Montague School, was the meeting's guest speaker. She promoted her district's upcoming Career Day and invited Epsilon sisters to be part of it by helping to set up and run this 1/2 day program, and by recruiting people of various careers to talk about their jobs.
Our participation will align with Epsilon's Teacher Outreach Initiative while also giving students exposure to an array of job possibilities that they may consider.
Career Day is October 13th. If you are interested in helping but have not yet signed up, please contact Lori Jeskey or Patty Curtis.
Sisters are also encouraged to sign up for DKG Pink on October 4th (2-4 PM), a fun event supporting Breast Cancer Awareness, and a trip to the MET Museum's Cloisters on November 8th (Carpool dirvers needed....contact Sue Hebel).
These are just a few of this season's many Epsilon activties. See the Calendar page for a full list.
Pictured right, Alicia Citro (photo credit: Patti Curtis)
Career Day is October 13th. If you are interested in helping but have not yet signed up, please contact Lori Jeskey or Patty Curtis.
Sisters are also encouraged to sign up for DKG Pink on October 4th (2-4 PM), a fun event supporting Breast Cancer Awareness, and a trip to the MET Museum's Cloisters on November 8th (Carpool dirvers needed....contact Sue Hebel).
These are just a few of this season's many Epsilon activties. See the Calendar page for a full list.
Pictured right, Alicia Citro (photo credit: Patti Curtis)
September 6th State Meeting
Several Epsilon sister attended the September DKGNJ State meeting in Hamilton. The meeting's agenda included a presentation by Lisa Hirkaler about ways to promote brest cancer awareness. Nice job, Lisa!
May 3rd Meeting and 65th Birthday Celebration!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, EPSILON! Our May meeting and luncheon was centered around celebrating 65 years of our chapter's existence. We were honored that our recent state president, Irene Maskey, joined us for this special occasion.
After the business meeting, we enjoyed a delicious lunch and then inducted two new members who were not able to attend April's convention: Patti Silverstein and Connie Truncali. Please check out brief biographies of our newest sisters on the "Member spotlight" page of this website, and take time to welcome them at our many special events.
Our program started with a slide show that walked us down memory lane and included the voices and videos our own sisters, two of whom have moved away but remain part of Epsilon: Georgiana Lewis and Pam Raynor. The slide show reminded us of our DKG roots and all the work that previous sisters accomplished to build our chapter. We are thankful for their service which inspires us to continue supporting female educators and other worthwhile community causes.
The slide show was followed by a fun jeopardy-style game that challenged us to remember key facts and events about DKG.
Many thanks to Lorie Jeskie, who organized this meaningful program, and to all who contributed to the slide show. A special shout-out also goes to Barbara Henderson who baked rose-shaped cookies for us even though she was unable to attend the meeting.
After the business meeting, we enjoyed a delicious lunch and then inducted two new members who were not able to attend April's convention: Patti Silverstein and Connie Truncali. Please check out brief biographies of our newest sisters on the "Member spotlight" page of this website, and take time to welcome them at our many special events.
Our program started with a slide show that walked us down memory lane and included the voices and videos our own sisters, two of whom have moved away but remain part of Epsilon: Georgiana Lewis and Pam Raynor. The slide show reminded us of our DKG roots and all the work that previous sisters accomplished to build our chapter. We are thankful for their service which inspires us to continue supporting female educators and other worthwhile community causes.
The slide show was followed by a fun jeopardy-style game that challenged us to remember key facts and events about DKG.
Many thanks to Lorie Jeskie, who organized this meaningful program, and to all who contributed to the slide show. A special shout-out also goes to Barbara Henderson who baked rose-shaped cookies for us even though she was unable to attend the meeting.
Photo Credits: Patti Curtis
February 8th Brunch and Meeting...
Read about the meeting highlights by clicking Patty's newsletter below.
(Photo credits: Patty Curtis)
(Photo credits: Patty Curtis)
Highlights of the Holiday Luncheon and Meeting.....
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At our meeting on December 14 at the Farmstead Country Club, Sue Brezina was announced as the Key Award recipient for Epsilon in 2025. Congratulations, Sue! Joan Lucas led our sisters in a holiday sing-a-long, accompanied by Joy Allen and Barb Henrikson on their dulcimers. (Photos courtesy of Cindy Seamans) |
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Fall Chapter Meeting......
Our fall meeting and luncheon was held at Sheridan's Lodge on October 5th. We were fortunate to have several distinguished guests in attendance, who are pictured to the left: Laura Perrius (Alpha Chapter President), Dawn Flanders (Mu Chapter) Dr. Nancy Gallo from SCCC, and our state President Irene Maskaly.
(PHOTO CREDIT: PATTY CURTIS)
While conducting business matters, we enjoyed a scrumptious lunch and a lovely view of Lake Iliff. We also inducted two new members who were unable to attend the state convention: Bonnie Sue Bastin and Suzanne Belvedere (See the Member Spotlight page of this website for more about our wonderful new sisters!).
Our meeting was concluded with a brief presentation by Lisa Hirakler, focused on the amazing life of Belle da Costa Greene, JP Morgan's librarian (recounted by author Marie Benedict), as well as other heroic women that the Epsilon book club has read about. On a personal note, Lisa disclosed her own struggle with breast cancer, reminding us that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer survivors are modern-day heroes who inspire all women to overcome and rise above life's challenges.
Epsilon continues to grow, serve, learn and celebrate! Check out the Calendar page of this website for details on upcoming events.
(photo credit: Barb Edwards)
Our meeting was concluded with a brief presentation by Lisa Hirakler, focused on the amazing life of Belle da Costa Greene, JP Morgan's librarian (recounted by author Marie Benedict), as well as other heroic women that the Epsilon book club has read about. On a personal note, Lisa disclosed her own struggle with breast cancer, reminding us that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer survivors are modern-day heroes who inspire all women to overcome and rise above life's challenges.
Epsilon continues to grow, serve, learn and celebrate! Check out the Calendar page of this website for details on upcoming events.
(photo credit: Barb Edwards)
Also check out our Fall Newsletter: dkg_epsilon_october_news_2024.pdf
Slideshow photo credits: Patty Curtis, Barb Edwards, Sue Brezina
Other Harvest Happenings.....
Several Epsilon sisters
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Photo Credit: Patty Curtis
Photo Credit: Patty Curtis
DKG International Convention
Barbara Henderson, Betty Monaghan, Sue Davis, and Patty Curtis attended the International Convention in National Harbor, MD, from July 10 to July 12. They were joined by approximately 750 other DKG sisters from around the world, representing 17 countries, including the US. In addition to participating in several meetings, they walked along the National Harbor waterfront, enjoyed the local sites, and relaxed at the beautiful Gaylord Hotel.
Check out this slideshow to see how much fun our Epsilon sisters had!
(Photos courtesy of Patty Curtis and Sue Davis)
Check out this slideshow to see how much fun our Epsilon sisters had!
(Photos courtesy of Patty Curtis and Sue Davis)
Above photos provided b Patty Curtis
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Links to Newsletters DKG Newsletter, Fall 2025:
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Click on this link for important information on Fraud and Identity Theft:
fraud_and_identity_theft_information_fall_2024.pdf
DKGNJ State Yearbook Directory Now Available!
Use the following link:
Because this contains personal information, the site is password protected twice-- once to access the page and again to access the document. Password clue: If a page is password protected, our DKG founder will let you in.
Epsilon information is on pages 43-53 of the PDF document. Contact Barb Edwards if you still have trouble accessing the document.
Use the following link:
Because this contains personal information, the site is password protected twice-- once to access the page and again to access the document. Password clue: If a page is password protected, our DKG founder will let you in.
Epsilon information is on pages 43-53 of the PDF document. Contact Barb Edwards if you still have trouble accessing the document.
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