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Hello Sisters! I can’t believe it is only five short weeks before we begin state conventions! I can’t wait to attend each and every one of them! I am especially excited about meeting new sisters across our region. There are so many components to the SCR Conference. Each day brings us a little bit closer to making it one to remember this summer as details are worked out, speakers are booked, menus chosen and activities are planned. There are a lot of changes at this conference that I think you are really going to love. Sometimes it important to try some new and innovative ways of doing things, but we must also not forget those traditions that are still relevant and important. I am trying to find the perfect blend of new and old. I think you will enjoy the changes and I can’t wait for you to see all that is planned! This entire newsletter is about the SCR conference, and I am super excited to finally get to tell you all about it! I have written explanations and tidbits about different parts of the conference for this newsletter. Be sure to read each selection carefully so that you won’t miss a thing this summer. A couple of things to note that were changed by International. The World Understanding Project is no longer voted on during the regional conferences. Also, there is not a Regionaries Pin for purchase anymore. The registration form and Enhancement Sessions are all included and waiting for download! I have also attached an overview of the schedule for you. There are still minor changes being made as I coordinate last minute details, but this information should help you in making your travel plans. Chapters and/or states wishing to have an altruistic table will also want to note the application form included. I have worked hard to keep costs at a minimum for this conference. These costs are less expensive than our last conference which I hope will increase attendance, but there are still the hotel food costs which are beyond my control. The Hospitality Rooms should help somewhat to defray some cost though. I South Central Region International Vice President Cindy White 271 Windcrest Dr. Malvern, Arkansas 72104 501-626-3038 [email protected] m SCR Treasurer Chanetta Case 45 Linda Circle Greenbriar, Arkansas 72058 501-351-1535 [email protected] m SCR Secretary Barb Corder 11909 Cherokee Lane Leawood, Kansas 66209 913-481-3020 [email protected] SCR Chaplain Kathy Kollmeyer 7424 E. Loganwood Lane Rogersville, Missouri 65742 417-861-9519 [email protected] SCR Historian Alma Galvan 141 El Cielo Circle Harlingen, Texas 78552 956-491-7771 [email protected] SC Sargent at Arms Mary Lara 5 Delta Ave. Lawton, Oklahoma 73505 580-699-2078

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Hello Sisters!

I can’t believe it is only five short weeks before we begin state

conventions! I can’t wait to attend each and every one of them! I am especially excited about meeting new sisters across our region.

There are so many components to the SCR Conference. Each day

brings us a little bit closer to making it one to remember this summer as details are worked out, speakers are booked, menus

chosen and activities are planned.

There are a lot of changes at this conference that I think you are really going to love. Sometimes it important to try some new and

innovative ways of doing things, but we must also not forget those traditions that are still relevant and important. I am trying to find

the perfect blend of new and old. I think you will enjoy the changes

and I can’t wait for you to see all that is planned!

This entire newsletter is about the SCR conference, and I am super excited to finally get to tell you all about it! I have written

explanations and tidbits about different parts of the conference for this newsletter. Be sure to read each selection carefully so that you

won’t miss a thing this summer. A couple of things to note that were changed by International. The World Understanding Project is no

longer voted on during the regional conferences. Also, there is not a Regionaries Pin for purchase anymore.

The registration form and Enhancement Sessions are all included

and waiting for download! I have also attached an overview of the schedule for you. There are still minor changes being made as I

coordinate last minute details, but this information should help you

in making your travel plans. Chapters and/or states wishing to have an altruistic table will also want to note the application form

included. I have worked hard to keep costs at a minimum for this conference. These costs are less expensive than our last conference which I hope will

increase attendance, but there are still the hotel food costs which are beyond my control. The Hospitality Rooms should help somewhat to defray some cost though. I

South Central Region

International Vice

President

Cindy White

271 Windcrest Dr.

Malvern, Arkansas 72104

501-626-3038

[email protected]

m

SCR Treasurer

Chanetta Case

45 Linda Circle

Greenbriar, Arkansas 72058

501-351-1535

[email protected]

m

SCR Secretary

Barb Corder

11909 Cherokee Lane

Leawood, Kansas 66209

913-481-3020

[email protected]

SCR Chaplain

Kathy Kollmeyer

7424 E. Loganwood Lane

Rogersville, Missouri 65742

417-861-9519

[email protected]

SCR Historian

Alma Galvan

141 El Cielo Circle

Harlingen, Texas 78552

956-491-7771

[email protected]

SC Sargent at Arms

Mary Lara

5 Delta Ave.

Lawton, Oklahoma 73505

580-699-2078

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am sorry to report that the online registration didn’t work out. There were going to be additional costs involved so it wasn’t a viable option.

I am super excited to tell you about it! Our attendance was down at our last South

Central Conference, but I am hoping to have at least 200 or more this summer to join us in Wichita, so get your sisters together for a road trip to Kansas as we “Reach for the

Stars” in Alpha Delta Kappa!

Much love and big hugs, Cindy

South Central Regional Conference Altruistic Project

Our SCR altruistic project is something that is very

close to my heart. As teachers, children are at the

center of our world and that is just one more reason

why I chose the Confetti Foundation as our altruistic

project. The Confetti Foundation creates birthday boxes to deliver to

children in the hospital on their birthday. It is so hard for a child

to be hospitalized on his/her special day and this foundation

helps to make it a little bit easier by distracting them from their

illness for a little while with some birthday fun. The Little

Moments Big Dreams Celebrations organization works in

conjunction with the Confetti Foundation by also providing a

birthday cake and gift to each child when the boxes are

delivered. In Wichita, these groups service children in both Wesley Children’s hospital and the Pediatric Unit at

St. Francis Hospital.

This year we are not going to be selling anything or asking states to bring something to raffle off in order to

fund the altruistic project. These types of fundraising efforts require sisters to give up their time at the

conference in order to sell and man tables. Since this is a regional altruistic project, I would like to give every

sister in the South Central Region the opportunity to be a part of this project. I am asking that each chapter

donate $20 to fund our SCR altruistic project. If you have a large chapter and feel that you would like give

more, that would be awesome, but if you are a small chapter and don’t feel that $20 is doable, that is okay too.

All donations are appreciated! Your chapter can decide what is best for you. I do hope that you will open your

hearts to these children and give. If you, as an individual, feel led to give, you are also welcome to do so. I have

personally experienced having a child in the hospital for an extended period of time and know how depressing it

is for these children. The Confetti Foundation brings a ray of sunshine and happiness to these children and I

hope that you will join me in helping them to do this for the hospitals in Wichita. Please send all donations to

our SCR Treasurer, Chanetta Case. You will find her information below. Please specify that your donation is

for the altruistic project when sending.

Send altruistic donations to:

Chanetta Case

45 Linda Circle

Greenbrier, AR 72058-9365

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SCR Conference International Guests

I am excited to tell you that we will have five members of International Chapter at our

conference! What an honor to host so many of my fellow International Chapter members!

First, we will be welcoming our International President, Judy Ganzert. Judy joins

us from Virginia. If you haven’t met Judy, you are in for a treat! She is a jewel and

really has a heart for Alpha Delta Kappa. She will be our speaker for the Starlight

Banquet and I am sure you will hear a lot about her International logo, Infinite

Possibilities!

We will also have Immediate Past President, Sue Pelchat as our Executive Board

Representative. Some of you were fortunate enough to attend her International

Convention in Minneapolis last summer. Sue’s sense of humor is infamous! Her wit

and quick quips will keep you laughing during her speech at the Reach for the Stars

Regional Luncheon. Sue is from Connecticut and you will adore her accent!

President-elect Mollie Acosta will also be attending from California. Mollie was

Teacher of the Year in 2017 for the Pioneer Union Elementary School District. She

loves technology and is always ready and willing to help in any way possible! Mollie

also enjoys traveling.

Another International Executive Board member attending will be Charlene Lauria.

Charlene also hails from Connecticut. Charlene is also a retired school teacher

which gives her more time reading, attending UConn Women’s Basketball games as

possible and building complex Lego models!

Last, but certainly not least, is Betty Jo Evers, International Vice-president for

Membership. Betty Jo joins us from Arizona. Betty Jo will be presenting several

membership sessions during our conference. Her heart is in membership and she

is passionate about it. Her enthusiasm for membership is contagious and many of

you will be experiencing this during her sessions.

As you can see, we have guests from across the country and I am thrilled that they have

decided to join us in Kansas!

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Rising Star Reception

If this is your first time to attend a Regional Conference, then you won’t want to miss the Rising Star

Reception. Sisters, both biologically and in sorority, Rachel Phelps and Melissa Phelps, will be hosting this

event. They are both so energetic and excited about this reception. They will be giving the ins and outs of the

conference, as well as some fun games and challenges for the conference. Be sure to attend if you are a First

Timer!

Forever Shining Reception

This reception is for sisters who have 25 or more years in Alpha Delta Kappa. These include Silver Sisters,

Sapphire Sisters, Golden Sisters, and Diamond Sisters. Join Chair, Ann Hudson Past International President, for

a time of fellowship with sisters across the region that have reached this milestone.

Ready for some fun,

laughter, prizes and

excitement?

Then you will definitely want to sign up for the

Bunco Bash at SCR Conference! You will join sisters as we roll

the dice for prizes at our Evening of Entertainment! This is strictly a fellowship

and fun event, no fundraising allowed! This night is all about laughter! Appetizers

will be provided and a cash bar will be open. What could be more fun than winning

and or maybe losing, but even when you lose a game, you still win! Losing just means

that you get to move to another table to play with other sisters! Our Conference

Vice-chair, Cheryl Sigel is planning a spectacular night that you won’t want to miss!

Who knows? You might even be lucky enough to visit the money tree or win a prize!

ATTENTION TEXAS SISTERS!

Your President-elect, Betsy Ruckman, has chosen to add your Texas

Breakfast on the registration form for logistical purposes. Please sign

up to fellowship with your Texas sisters at the SCR Conference!

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Outstanding Stars Luncheon

This luncheon is for all Past State

Presidents

in attendance and all Past and Present International Chapter Members. You will have an

amazing time fellowshipping with sisters. Please come to this wonderful luncheon

celebrating leaders throughout the years in

Alpha Delta Kappa and the South Central Region.

Starlight Reception and

Banquet Dress up in your finest and come to the

Starlight Reception and Starlight Banquet!

The reception will precede the banquet and

will be held in the Upper Gallery Foyer.

Delicious hors d’oeuvres will be served and there will be a cash bar. The Starlight

Banquet is the culmination of our conference activities with our very own International

President Judy Ganzert as our speaker.

This banquet will be the perfect ending to what is sure to be an amazing conference!

What is the Hospitality Room?

This year I am asking that each state host the Hospitality Room for an hour and half each day with two

times one day. Refreshments, snacks and finger foods will be provided for all attendees that would like

to stop by for a snack or just to say hi! The Hospitality Room will be open on two mornings for you to

stop by for a quick breakfast bar, muffin or whatever your host for the day has chosen to provide. This

will help to defray costs for attendees and will also provide an area to socialize with other sisters. The

hotel has provided us a beautiful venue called the Waterford Suite for this with an awesome view from

the 18th floor.

The first night will be hosted by our host state Kansas and will be held in the IVP Suite due to

availability of the Waterford. This will be your first opportunity to reconnect with sisters from across

the region and to meet new sisters!

I hope that you all will take advantage of this room and the thoughtfulness of your South Central

sisters! I also want to personally thank each of our state presidents for their enthusiasm and willingness

to participate in hosting.

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Cash and Carry Box Lunches

Cash and carry box lunches will be available in the hallway outside of our

conference session rooms twice during our conference. The schedule is

extremely tight on Saturday, July 25th so we are offering this quick option for

lunch. There is only one restaurant on the premises, which would not allow

time for everyone to get lunch. The menus will be decided at our next site visit, but I am looking at maybe a

salad, wrap or sandwich option with appropriate sides for both. We will also be offering these on Monday,

July 27th.

SCR Conference

HOTEL REGISTRATION

South Central Regional Conference will be held July 24-27th this summer in

Wichita Kansas, at the Hyatt Regency Wichita. Please book as soon as

possible to reserve your room. They are filling up fast! You can book by

using the link below or by calling and asking for the Alpha Delta Kappa rate for the rooms that we have

blocked. The group rate is $119 for 2 people, $129 for 3, and $139 for 4 plus tax/fees. These rates will also

apply for 3 days prior and post the conference dates as long as they are available.

The hotel registration link is also posted on Facebook

and the SCR Website.

Here is the link for direct reservations for our group:

https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/group-booking/WICRW/G-ALDL

Some things to know about the hotel:

1. Parking is $5 per day if you have a vehicle. We found upon our last visit that there are actually some

areas for the day that are free in and around the hotel.

2. For those of you who will be flying into the Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport, there

is FREE shuttle transportation to and from the hotel.

3. Upon availability, FREE shuttle service is provided by the hotel to a few local areas of interest.

4. FREE Wifi is available in the guest rooms and most areas of the hotel and convention center.

5. A FREE phone charging station will be provided by Visit Wichita outside of our conference rooms

for your convenience.

NOTE: If you are one of the State/Nation 3 Ps, please make plans to arrive

in time for meetings beginning at 12:30 PM on July 24th. Thank you.

I want you to have an amazing experience whether it is your 1st

or 20th SCR Regional Conference!

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South Central Conference Schedule Friday, July 24th 12:30 - 1:30 Regional Officers Meeting with SCR IVP- IVP Suite

1:30 - 2:00 All Conference Committee Chairs and Event Coordinators Meeting with SCR IVP – IVP

Suite

2:00 – 7:00 Conference Registration Convention Center Foyer Center

2:15 – 3:15 All State/Nation 3 P’ will meet with IP Judy Ganzert, IPP Sue Pelchat, IPE Mollie Acosta

IVP Suite

3:00 – 3:30 Sgt.-at-Arms Meeting Walnut Room

SCR Sgt.-at-Arms Mary Lara

3:45 – 4:15 Opening Session Practice Oak Room, SCR IP Cindy Bigham

3 P’s of each State/Nation attend

5:00- 7:30 “Shining Stars Leadership Celebration” Nancy Warren, Chair

Invitation Only

7:30 – 8:00 Enhancement Session Presenters’ Meeting Walnut Room

Wanda McCampbell and Susan Nichols, Chairs

7:30 – 9:00 Hospitality Room Open to all Sisters IVP Suite

8:00 – 8:45 Choir Rehearsal Walnut Room

Saturday, July 25th First Day of Conference 7:30- 9:30 Conference Registration Convention Center Foyer

7:30 – 8:30 “L.E.A.D.( Leaders Emerging and Developing) Breakfast Buffet”

All members invited and meet with your SCR IVP and other IC Members

8:35 – 10:35 Sailing with AΔK Membership Seminar IVPM Betty Jo Evers

(3 Ps, Membership Consultants, IVP, IC members)

8:45- 9:30 Enhancement Session A

9:45 – 10:30 Enhancement Session B

10:45 – 11:30 Enhancement Session C

11:30 – 12:30 Cash and Carry Lunches Available for purchase

1:00 – 3:15 General Session I Cypress A

Keynote Speaker Lori Randall

3:30 – 4:15 Rising Star Reception – First Timer’s Gathering

Rachel Phelps, Melissa Phelps, Chairs

3:30 – 4:15 Forever Shining Reception – Silver/Sapphire/Golden/Diamond Sisters

Ann Hudson, Chair

3:30 – 5:00 Hospitality Room Open to all Sisters Waterford Room, 18th Floor

3:30 – 4:15 Altruistic Room Set-Up Birch Room

4:30 – 6:00 Altruistic Sales Birch Room

6:30 – 8:00 Dinner on your own

8:00- 8:45 Choir Rehearsal Cypress Ballroom

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Sunday, July 26th Second Day of Conference 7:45 – 8:45 All State/Nation Membership Consultants meet with IVPM Betty Jo Evers

8:00 – 9:00 Conference Registration Convention Center Foyer

8:00 – 9:00 Enhancement Session D

7:15 – 8:45 Hospitality Room Open to all Sisters Waterford Room, 18th Floor

9:00 – 11:30 General Session II Cypress A

12:00 – 2:30 “Reach for the Stars Regional Luncheon” Redbud C

Speaker: IPP Sue Pelchat

2:45 – 3:30 Enhancement Session E

3:45 – 4:30 Enhancement Session F

3:30 - 5:00 Hospitality Room Open to all Sisters Waterford Room, 18th Floor

4:30 – 6:00 Altruistic Sales Birch Room

4:45 – 5:15 Memorial Service Rehearsal Cypress A

5:15 – 6:45 Dinner on your own

7:00 – 9:00 “Bunco Bash” Evening of Entertainment Redbud B

Cash bar and appetizers

Monday, July 27th Last Day of Conference 7:15 – 8:45 Hospitality Room Open to all Sisters Waterford Room, 18th Floor

7:45 – 8:45 Texas State Breakfast Redbud B

9:00 – 9:30 Memorial Service Cypress A

SCR Chaplain Kathy Kollmeyer

10:00 – 11:45 General Session III Cypress A

12:00 – 1:00 Cash and Carry Box Lunches Available for purchase

12:00 – 1:30 “Outstanding Stars Luncheon” Carolyn Dugger, Chair

All Past State Presidents, Past/Present International Officers

Free Afternoon

4:45 – 6:00 S/N International Pictures

6:00 – 7:00 “Starlight Reception” Upper Gallery Foyer

Hors D’oeuvres and Cash Bar

7:00 – 9:00 ”Starlight Banquet” Redbud C

Keynote Speaker: IP Judy Ganzert

Tuesday, July 28th Hotel Check-out and Departure 11:00 Hotel Check-out

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2020 Alpha Delta Kappa Regional Conference

Learning Enhancement Sessions

“Stargazers Guide to Infinite Possibilities”

List your first, second and third choices for each enhancement session on the Registration Form.

Enhancement Session A: Saturday, July 25, 8:45-9:30 AM

A1 Create Little Boxes, Lyla Craig Hoyland, KS Alpha Gamma

Participants will learn how to make a little box from a greeting card by constructing a little box to take home.

These boxes are suitable to use for a small gift or jewelry storage or small desk supplies.

A2 Using Google in the Classroom, Katie Loftus, TX Epsilon Lambda

This presentation will demonstrate how Google Slides, Docs, and Forms can be used in the classroom.

A3 Booking It for World Understanding, Paula O’Neill, TX Beta Chi

You will learn about three books that your chapter might use as World Understanding programs. We will discuss

the stories (all non-fiction). One has been on the New York Times bestseller list for months, one has been made

into a musical play, and one has the main character on YouTube. Books: “Educated” by T. Westover; “Sing for

your Life” by D. Bergner; and “The Day the World Came to Town” by J. Defede

A4 State Treasurer 101, Susan Raschke, TX Delta Beta

Are you the new State Treasurer? What do you do now? Come to this session to learn the “ins and outs” of

being a State Treasurer.

A5 The Marigold Project, Lynn Blosser and Janice Wenger, MO Beta Xi

Discover how our chapter implemented the ideas of the “Marigold Effect” to encourage new members, our

“garden of marigolds”. Learn how you can apply these special principles to grow and nurture your chapter.

A6 Navigating the International Website, Carol Johnson, TX Beta Omicron

Can’t find what you’re looking for on the website? Come with your phone, laptop or iPad and learn where to

find information.

Enhancement Session B: Saturday, July 25, 9:45-10:30 AM

B1 Publishing YOUR Book – YIKES! Mary Tenner, TX Epsilon

You don’t want to be blindsided by unfamiliar steps, problems and hidden cost when publishing your own

materials or writings into a book. I’ll share my experiences as I “Self Published” poetry books and a children’s

book written by my Mother. From a simple POD (Print on Demand) approach to an ala carte full blown blitz

marketing plan, your goals, time and expectations need to be outlined before jumping into, as I called it, “The

BOOK Project”

B2 Welcome to Class English Language Learner! Cathy Fulkerson, MO Alpha Iota

This session will provide mainstream teachers of all grades, effective teaching methods enabling educators to

provide the highly rigorous instruction required by school curricula to non-native speakers of English. English

language learners (ELLs) benefit from differentiated instructional techniques and realia.

B3 Excellence in Education: Under Construction, Lynn Blosser, MO Beta Xi and Brenda Smith,

MO Beta Lambda

The Excellence in Education award is being revised. Come learn about the new changes to applying for this

award and receive insightful information from a South Central Regional winner.

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B4 Communication: Yesterday and Today, Carolyn Dugger, TX Epsilon Theta

Time has changed greatly! Communication is the key to maintaining the strength of Alpha Delta Kappa. Come

learn how to best communicate in 2020! Learn how to build and share newsletters. Learn how to gather

information from the International Website and Facebook pages to enhance your newsletters.

B5 What’s New in World Understanding, Rachel Shankles, AR Alpha Epsilon and Melinda McGee, OK Nu

Session, by International WU Chairman Rachel Shankles, will share information on the restructuring of the

application process and new timeline and an update on Teach Too.

B6 Book Review: “Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance”, by Angela Duckworth, Katie Loftus, TX Epsilon

Lambda An informative review of Grit. This will answer questions… What is grit? Why is grit important? How

can we increase grit?

Enhancement Session C: Saturday, July 25, 10:45-11:30 AM

C1 Loving Book Clubs, Dorothy Hoyt-Reed, KS Beta Epsilon

Book clubs are a way to share your love of reading, but how are they formed? How do you pick books? Is it just

about reading? And how about teaching reading with book clubs? Come to learn about reading clubs in

Lawrence, KS and come and share your book club’s customs.

C2 Don’t Panic. We have a Plan JUST FOR YOU! (Chapter Presidents), Melinda McGee, OK Nu,

Ann Hudson, TX Beta Nu

Yes, there’s a plan and we will equip you with the tools that will make your presidency not only effective but

rewarding. (check website for handouts)

C3 Answering Membership by Adopting 1st Year Teachers, Connie Weston, KS Alpha Gamma

I will provide ideas of how and what to do and an opportunity to brainstorm with other sisters to make a real

plan!

C4 Chapter Treasurer 101, Susan Raschke, TX Delta Beta

Have you just been elected to be your Chapter Treasurer? Are you ready to learn all about your new job? Come

to this session to learn the basics of being a Chapter Treasurer and ways to make your job easier.

C5 Explore St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Robin Miller, TX Gamma Nu

If you weren’t able to visit St. Jude Hospital in March of 2019, this is your chance to explore and learn the

wonders of this hospital. Walk through the halls with me for a look inside St. Jude. Also, hear about science and

medical breakthroughs.

C6 Update on TEACH & TEACH TOO, Melissa Young, International Director of Imagine Missions

I will give an update of the ADK World Understanding projects TEACH & TEACH TOO. I will provide a

PowerPoint, handouts and explanation of how these 2 projects are impacting education in Haiti.

Enhancement Session D: Sunday, July 26, 8:00-8:45 AM

D1 Gifts in a Jar, Melinda McGee, OK Nu

Are you looking for gift ideas for your child’s teacher, a chapter Ways and Means project or just a fun program

idea for your chapter meeting? Look no further! You will leave this “Make and Take” session with a complete

“gift” and ideas for additional gifts. (A $5.00 fee will be collected to cover the cost of materials.)

D2 Hello Sign Make and Take, Melissa and Rachel Phelps, KS Theta

Be led through the creation of a 10-inch wooden sign using vinyl and paint. Decorated with a flower and the

word “Hello”, it will be a great addition to any classroom or home door! (A $5.00 fee will be collected to cover

the cost of materials.)

D3 To Google or Not to Google, Rachel Shankles, AR Alpha Epsilon

Rachel is a retired librarian and tech coordinator. She will help you understand the limitations of Google as a

search engine of choice.

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D4 The Latest Leadership Hacks, Ann Hudson, TX Beta Nu

To be an effective leader there are some nifty hacks that EVERYONE can achieve and step up to be the leader

you’d love to be when asked.

D5 The Story of the ITE Girls, ITE Board Member

An ITE board member will share the latest successes of this amazing International Teacher Education (ITE)

program. Learn about the history, current scholars, and the rewarding experience of being co-sponsors to these

charming and appreciative students. Co-sponsors are invited to share their experiences.

Enhancement Session E: Sunday, July 26, 2:45-3:30 PM

E1 Take and Make Projects for Busy Teachers, Nancy Carr, TX Sigma and Shelly Couch, TX Epsilon Omicron

It is July and we are halfway to Christmas and the Holiday season. The season springs on us educators quickly

and we are left rushing around to get staff presents, faculty presents, ADK sisters’ presents and the like.

Wouldn’t it be great if you had a hand up-a crafty hand at that? This session will give a couple ideas on take and

make simple handmade crafts that are fun and easy.

E2 Aprons for Art, Robin Miller, TX Gamma Nu and Jenny Kelly, TX Beta Chi

Are you looking for an altruistic project for your chapter? Look no further! Join us in making vinyl aprons for

kindergartners to use in art centers. You will take back to your chapter one vinyl apron and one pattern for your

local kindergartners. The rest of the aprons you will make during the session will be donated to kindergarten

classes in Wichita ISD. Limit 30 ($10 will be collected to pay for materials.) Bring scissors.

E3 Graphic Organizers for the Classroom and More! Kathey Roberts, AR, Alpha Epsilon

You will be making various types of graphic organizers for use with your students (or your grandkids). Can be

used in any subject and all ages. Come have fun!

E4 Lessons to Lead, Betty Jo Evers, IVP for Membership

Every great leader looks for ways to improve. No one wakes up and says, “I know everything about leadership”.

Join us for ideas and discussion on: Bonding, Programs, Terminology, How to Advertise, and Alternative

Attendance. You won’t want to miss this one!

E5 “Giving LIP Service:” Leaderships’ Infinite Possibilities, Sue Pelchat, International Immediate

Past President

Discover the leader inside you-professionally, personally and within Alpha Delta Kappa. Identify your leadership

skills and explore when and where to use them. All members are invited, especially current and potential

leaders.

E6 So, You’ve Been Elected Your Chapter’s President-Elect, NOW WHAT??, Melinda McGee, OK

Nu, Ann Hudson, TX Beta Nu

This is your time to become a sponge. Learn all you can and ask as many questions as you need. You will leave

this biennium armed with information to guide you along the path to your chapter’s presidency. (check website

for handouts)

Enhancement Session F: Sunday, July 26, 3:45-4:30 PM

F1 German Speaking World, My Personal Experiences with the Culture, Dee Elder, MO Beta Nu

I will talk about my travel experiences that I have had going to four common German-speaking countries. I will

talk about what is needed, what I learned and some basic tips on what to look for and where to go if planning a

visit.

F2 Ga Ga for Google, Amy Holliday, MO Omicron

Learn how to incorporate Google Docs and other apps within Alpha Delta Kappa. From minutes to Bylaws, let’s

incorporate technology to communicate in 2020 and beyond.

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F3 Games – Keep Them Thinking, Shelly Couch, TX Epsilon Omicron and Nancy Carr, TX Sigma

Keep those early finishers in the classroom busy with these games and activities for elementary and secondary

students. Participants will be bombarded with various strategies that can be used in conjunction with lessons.

Feel free to share any activity that worked for you during this session.

F4 Survival Skills for your 2020-2022 Reign (State Presidents), Barb Corder, KS Alpha Gamma

This session is designed for the 2020-2022 state presidents. You will receive helpful hints to make your

biennium go smoothly. You will be shown the forms you will be required to fill out. You will leave with a packet

of information. Time will be allotted for questions and discussion.

F5 Fraternity Education That Energizes, Betty Jo Evers, IVP for Membership

Have you ever heard this old saying, “The more you know, the more you want to know?” Energize your

meetings with fun, fast-paced, creative, interesting fraternity education activities. Be there, be energized! Bring

a small pair of scissors.

F6 How Can We Start a New Chapter? Carol Johnson, TX Beta Omicron

Texas District II has started two new chapters in the last two years! Come and find out how we did it!

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Alpha Delta Kappa

South Central Regional Conference

Registration

July 24-27, 2020

Wichita, Kansas “Reach for the Stars in Alpha Delta Kappa”

PLEASE PRINT

Name_________________________________________ Name on Badge __________________________ Last First

E-mail Address:

_____________________________________________________________________________________

Address:_______________________________________________________________________________

Street City State Zip

Cell Phone _________________________________________ Emergency Contact _____________________________________________________________

Name Phone

State/Nation __________________________________ Chapter________________________ Current Office_____________________________________

Member Registration includes Registration Packet, General Sessions, Enhancement Sessions, Starlight Reception, Reach for the Stars Regional Luncheon, Rising Star

Reception, Forever Shining Reception, Starlight Banquet and Favors.

_____Early Registration must be postmarked by May 15 $167.00 ______________

_____Late Registration must be postmarked by June 15 $177.00 ______________

_____Received after June 15 and On-site Registration $187.00 ______________

Special Events

_______ Bunco Bash Evening of Entertainment (For all attendees) $8.00 ______________

_____ L.E.A.D. Breakfast Buffet (For all attendees) $28.00 ______________

_____ Outstanding Stars Luncheon (Past State Presidents, Past & Present International Chapter) $33.00 ______________

_____ Texas State Breakfast (Texas Sisters only) $25.00 ______________

Guest Registration

Name of guest ______________________________________________ Member of ADKA? ________

_____Registration $5.00 ______________

_____Reception (appetizers) $5.00 ______________

_____Evening of Entertainment $8.00 ______________

_____Breakfast Buffet $28.00 ______________

_____Regional Luncheon $33.00 ______________

_____Banquet $64.00 ______________

Total ____________________

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_____I wish to volunteer as an Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms

_____I wish to sing in the SCR Chorus

Are YOU a:

___First Timer to a South Central Regional Conference

Are YOU a NEW (during the 2018-2020 biennium):

___Silver Sister ___Sapphire Sister ___Golden Sister ___Diamond Sister ___ Platinum Sister

Are YOU a:

___Silver Sister ___Sapphire Sister ___Golden Sister ___Diamond Sister ___ Platinum Sister

_____Special Request: Please check if you require special accommodations and/or have special dietary needs. Please provide a detailed

written description of your needs and attach to your registration.

Enhancement Sessions – List a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd choice for Session A, B, C, D, E, F

(Write your choices 1, 2, and 3 for A, B, C, D, E, F) Do not use checkmarks.

A1____ A2____ A3____ A4____ A5____ A6____

B1____ B2____ B3____ B4____ B5____ B6____

C1____ C2____ C3____ C4____ C5____ C6____

D1____ D2____ D3____ D4____ D5____

E1 ____E2____ E3____ E4____ E5____ E6____

F1____ F2____ F3____ F4_____ F5____ F6____

Are you one of these? The following will need to attend the Membership Seminar on Saturday morning, July 25th, 8:35 – 10:35.

Please be aware of this when making your Enhancement Session choices.

______ State 3 Ps ________________________________________________ State

______ State Membership Consultant __________________________________ State

______ International Chapter

______ IVPM

PLEASE ---- Make sure you return both pages of the registration form!

Make Checks payable to: Alpha Delta Kappa SCR Conference

Mail to: Chanetta Case, 45 Linda Circle, Greenbrier, AR 72058-9365

Questions: (501) 351-1535 or [email protected]

Cancellation Policy: Requests must be received in writing by June 15, 2020 to qualify for a refund.

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SCR Altruistic Sales

Table Application

Attention: SCR State and Chapter Presidents

Please return this application along with the reservation fee to the SCR Treasurer and Conference Registrar.

Her information is below. Due to space availability, tables will be on a first come first served basis. There will

be a $10 application fee to reserve a table. This is due to room charges that may be incurred and guarantees

the occupancy of tables reserved.

Name of Chapter (Please include state) or State ______________________________________

Name of Person in charge of the sales table ________________________________________

Cell Phone number ____________________________________________________________

Examples of Items to be Sold

_____________________________________________________________________________

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Things to Remember:

1. Each chapter/state is responsible for their table and must be staffed during all sales

times.

2. All proceeds are to be used for altruistic projects and not for personal gain.

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Return completed application by May 1, 2020 to:

Chanetta Case, SCR Treasurer

45 Linda Circle

Greenbrier, AR 72058-9365

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (501) 351-1535