(photo credit: Merle Tanis)
Epsilon is...
KEY
WOMEN
EDUCATORS
representing
SUSSEX and WARREN
Counties
of
New Jersey
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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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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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Epsilon News
Summer Book Club Meeting - August 1, 2023
The Epsilon Book Club met on a beautiful summer afternoon to enjoy a picnic lunch together and discuss Remarkably Bright Creatures, by Shelby VanPelt.
The Book Club is open to all sisters and their guests. During the school year, to accommodate actively working teachers, we meet every other month at 5 PM for dinner and discussion.
Our selection for the October 4th meeting is The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell, by Robert Dugoni.
For more information, contact Barb Edwards at johnbarbedwards8@gmail.com
Photo credit: Barb Edwards
The Book Club is open to all sisters and their guests. During the school year, to accommodate actively working teachers, we meet every other month at 5 PM for dinner and discussion.
Our selection for the October 4th meeting is The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell, by Robert Dugoni.
For more information, contact Barb Edwards at johnbarbedwards8@gmail.com
Photo credit: Barb Edwards
Tour of Rutherford Hall- July 26, 2023
What a great turnout for a fun and fascinating afternoon! After an early lunch at Stella G's in Hackettstown, about 20 sisters met at Rutherford Hall for a private tour of its rooms and collections. Our two docents, Joan and Rachel, were amazingly informative and engaging, sharing interesting details about the lives of the Rutherfords, from the Scottish ancestors who fought in the French & Indian War, to the early 20th century family who hosted the likes of FDR, to the current-day Rutherfords who continue to visit and contribute to the mansion's rich heritage. Truly, Rutherford Hall and its dedicated volunteers (Friends of Rutherford Hall) are local gems! Many thanks to Wendy Whipple for organizing this gathering.
(Photo Credits: Patty Curtis)
Spring Chapter Meeting- May 6, 2023
Epsilon sisters gathered on a beautiful spring day at the Hampton Commons clubhouse to enjoy a tasty lunch buffet and an interesting & informative presentation on Monarch butterflies. During the meeting, Morgan Bleakley was installed as a new member of Epsilon. Welcome Morgan!
Luncheon Photos.....
(courtesy of Barb Edwards)
(courtesy of Barb Edwards)
Many thanks to Debbie Bifulco for teaching us all about how to raise and protect the magnificent Monarch butterflies in our region. (photo credits: Barb Edwards and Patty Curtis)
Convention Photos!
Epsilon boasted the greatest representation of all the chapters at Convention, with four new members inducted:
Eileen Smith, Kirstin Hauser, Jody Taylor, and Kathy Modrow (seated in front row)
(Photo courtesy of Patty Curtis)
Eileen Smith, Kirstin Hauser, Jody Taylor, and Kathy Modrow (seated in front row)
(Photo courtesy of Patty Curtis)
Lisa Hirkaler & Peggy Stewart presented a workshop entitled Jillian Bandel presented a workshop entitled "Educacion "Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking The Stress Cycle " en Peru"(pictured with her mom, Melissa)
(photo credit: Patty Curtis) (photo credit: Patty Curtis)
(photo credit: Patty Curtis) (photo credit: Patty Curtis)
Luncheon flag bearer - Susan Brezina Joy Allen & the Epsilon Dulcimer Ensemble (Barb (photo credit: Patty Curtis) Henderson, Joan Lucas, Merle Tanis, Patty Curtis)
presenting Appalachian Music: Dulcimers, Psalteries, & More!
(photo credit: Patty Curtis)
presenting Appalachian Music: Dulcimers, Psalteries, & More!
(photo credit: Patty Curtis)
Program Highlights at February 4th Brunch Meeting
Despite the frigid temperatures, we enjoyed delicious food and hot coffee while listening to our own members, Barbara Henderson and Sue Brezina, give interesting and informative talks.
Despite the frigid temperatures, we enjoyed delicious food and hot coffee while listening to our own members, Barbara Henderson and Sue Brezina, give interesting and informative talks.
Barbara Henderson shared her positive experiences and thoughts about being a Storyworth writer, documenting stories from her life for her children and grandchildren to enjoy.
(photo credit Barb Edwards) |
Sue Brezina shared her experiences visiting a farm in New York State that raises chickens, dogs and alpacas. She has even helped out in the alpaca shearing process,
Here she is proudly wearing a shawl made form alpaca wool! (photo credit: Barb Edwards) |
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Good Times at Annual Epsilon Holiday Luncheon on December 10! (Photo Credits: Barb Edwards) |
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Links to Epsilon Newsletters:
epsilon_newsletter_december_2022_.pdf
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Magnetic DKGNJ Badge Order
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Some members have expressed interest in buying DKG magnetic name badges. The IOTA Chapter is selling them as a fundraiser....
Description: Magnetic name badge, 3" W x 2.5 " H, plus a 2.25 inch slot for ribbon (not included), on brushed gold plastic with black beveled edge. (Please check with your doctor about wearing a magnetic badge with pacemakers, etc.)
Cost: $20.00
Options for Payment:
1. Write a check payable to DKG/IOTA and mail to Denise McDermott, 728 Quest Court, Mantua, NJ. 08051
2. Send payment via Vemmo to Denise @denisemcd4. Please leave your name and note that it's a badge order with the payment.
How to Order:
Email the following information to Denise McDermott
denisemcd4@comcast.net
Delivery: Filled orders will be delivered to the next DKGNJ State meeting and given to your chapter president or available representative at the meeting.
Description: Magnetic name badge, 3" W x 2.5 " H, plus a 2.25 inch slot for ribbon (not included), on brushed gold plastic with black beveled edge. (Please check with your doctor about wearing a magnetic badge with pacemakers, etc.)
Cost: $20.00
Options for Payment:
1. Write a check payable to DKG/IOTA and mail to Denise McDermott, 728 Quest Court, Mantua, NJ. 08051
2. Send payment via Vemmo to Denise @denisemcd4. Please leave your name and note that it's a badge order with the payment.
How to Order:
Email the following information to Denise McDermott
denisemcd4@comcast.net
- Name on badge
- Chapter
- Form of Payment
Delivery: Filled orders will be delivered to the next DKGNJ State meeting and given to your chapter president or available representative at the meeting.
DKGNJ State Yearbook Directory Now Available!
Use the following link:
www.dkgnj.org/2022-2023-dkgnj-directory.html
Because this contains personal information, the site is password protected twice-- once to access the page and again to access the document. Betty has emailed the password-- please contact her if you still need it (Password clue: If a page is password protected, our DKG founder will let you in.)
Epsilon information is on pages 36-47 of the PDF document.
Use the following link:
www.dkgnj.org/2022-2023-dkgnj-directory.html
Because this contains personal information, the site is password protected twice-- once to access the page and again to access the document. Betty has emailed the password-- please contact her if you still need it (Password clue: If a page is password protected, our DKG founder will let you in.)
Epsilon information is on pages 36-47 of the PDF document.
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Site last updated: November 2022
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Webmaster: Barbara Edwards Barbara.edwards6@gmail.com
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