Within the last two months, the Psi State Organization has lost two dynamic leaders. Malissa Cox, our 23rd state president, and Page Loyd, our 32nd state president, will be remembered for their incredible contributions to not only Psi State, but to Delta Kappa Gamma Society International and education.
Visionaries. Both Malissa and Page were visionaries that left an indelible mark in their personal and professional lives. Many in Psi State have seen them both as role models and blue prints for what an impassioned member needs to be. Their influence is far reaching.
We will honor these incredible women at the state executive board meeting in Macon on Sept. 22, but their legacy will live on in the work we will do because we are standing on the shoulders of these giants.
Dear Page and Malissa, you will be greatly missed.
Sunday, September 2, 2012
Saturday, August 4, 2012
The Big Apple
The international convention in NYC has come and gone, but the memories will last a lifetime!
Top Ten Memories of Convention...
1. Seeing new faces from Georgia attend the convention!
2. Hanna Fowler installed as SER Director.
3. Judy Farrigan awarded the Star of the Southeast of GA.
4. ETA chapter ladies' video presented at convention!
5. Representing Psi State as your president.
6. Dr. Beverly Helms installed as the international president.
7. Carolyn Pittman installed as international first-vice!!!
8. The Georgia Dinner held in Hell's Kitchen with Dr. Helms as guest.
9. Keynote speaker, Tori McClure. INSPIRATIONAL! (She needs to come to our convention!)
10. Meeting new friends and connecting with old.
Top Ten Things I Did in the "Spare" Time I had in NYC... (Yes, all on my own dime. LOL.)
1. Arriving the weekend before convention to tour the city with my sister from CA!
2. Reunions with my Golden Gift Class and with the SE Presidents!
3. Shopping!!!
4. Seeing two plays.
5. Visiting Mario Batali's Eataly.
6. Eating a hot dog from the street cart with Sandra Yerby. YUMMY!
7. Seeing the view from the Empire State Building.
8. Going to the High Line Park. (Great vision to make a park from an old abandoned railway bridge.)
9. Seeing Times Square at night.
10. GREAT restaurants.
Top Ten Memories of Convention...
1. Seeing new faces from Georgia attend the convention!
2. Hanna Fowler installed as SER Director.
3. Judy Farrigan awarded the Star of the Southeast of GA.
4. ETA chapter ladies' video presented at convention!
5. Representing Psi State as your president.
6. Dr. Beverly Helms installed as the international president.
7. Carolyn Pittman installed as international first-vice!!!
8. The Georgia Dinner held in Hell's Kitchen with Dr. Helms as guest.
9. Keynote speaker, Tori McClure. INSPIRATIONAL! (She needs to come to our convention!)
10. Meeting new friends and connecting with old.
Top Ten Things I Did in the "Spare" Time I had in NYC... (Yes, all on my own dime. LOL.)
1. Arriving the weekend before convention to tour the city with my sister from CA!
2. Reunions with my Golden Gift Class and with the SE Presidents!
3. Shopping!!!
4. Seeing two plays.
5. Visiting Mario Batali's Eataly.
6. Eating a hot dog from the street cart with Sandra Yerby. YUMMY!
7. Seeing the view from the Empire State Building.
8. Going to the High Line Park. (Great vision to make a park from an old abandoned railway bridge.)
9. Seeing Times Square at night.
10. GREAT restaurants.
Saturday, July 7, 2012
New Chapter Presidents Take the Reigns
It's official; chapter presidents have begun their journey as the leaders of their chapters. I know they are putting in the planning with their chapter's executive board on the front end, with the end results in mind. New and renewed leadership at the chapter level will keep us FORWARD MOVING ○ FORWARD THINKING!
Chapter presidents received training at each of the district workshops around Georgia. For those presidents not in attendance, President Notebooks were sent to them by their District Director. Other tools are available at the international Website and the state Website to utilize at their will. A special spot has been created on the Psi State Website called, "Chapter President's Toolbox," where one may find links and documents at their fingertips.
As members of the State Executive Board, presidents will travel to Macon twice per year to help conduct Psi State business and garner new information to take back to chapters. Please mark Sept. 22 and Feb. 23rd on your calendars. All members are welcome to Executive Board and there will be something for everyone there, however, the voting members of the board are elected state officers, past state presidents, district directors, and chapter presidents. In order for us to conduct business, we must have a quorum of voting members so it is of utmost importance that chapter presidents attend or send a designee in their place.
Congratulations, chapter presidents as your journey begins; in some cases the journey continues. Please know that Psi State supports you along the way!!
Chapter presidents received training at each of the district workshops around Georgia. For those presidents not in attendance, President Notebooks were sent to them by their District Director. Other tools are available at the international Website and the state Website to utilize at their will. A special spot has been created on the Psi State Website called, "Chapter President's Toolbox," where one may find links and documents at their fingertips.
As members of the State Executive Board, presidents will travel to Macon twice per year to help conduct Psi State business and garner new information to take back to chapters. Please mark Sept. 22 and Feb. 23rd on your calendars. All members are welcome to Executive Board and there will be something for everyone there, however, the voting members of the board are elected state officers, past state presidents, district directors, and chapter presidents. In order for us to conduct business, we must have a quorum of voting members so it is of utmost importance that chapter presidents attend or send a designee in their place.
Congratulations, chapter presidents as your journey begins; in some cases the journey continues. Please know that Psi State supports you along the way!!
Friday, June 8, 2012
Amazing Women
I had the opportunity to spend the weekend with thirty DKG members from around Georgia and the Psi State Leadership Team at Leadership I Seminar in Macon. I left the weekend knowing that Psi State's future is bright because of the amazing women who are ready to step up into leadership roles from the chapter level and beyond.
The weekend was filled with topics that created vision, confidence, and challenges. The team of presenters, led by chair Jonnie Ghetti, produced powerful images, learning opportunities, and fertile ground for growth in leadership styles. Dr. Hanna Fowler's sessions allowed us to delve into our own leadership personalities and gather a much deeper understanding of the styles of others. BEFORE the weekend was over, participants were already asking to sign up for Leadership II 2013.
If you have not attended a Leadership Seminar in Psi State, I highly recommend you add it to you "things to do" list. Nowhere will you find better leadership training from such outstanding women.
The weekend was filled with topics that created vision, confidence, and challenges. The team of presenters, led by chair Jonnie Ghetti, produced powerful images, learning opportunities, and fertile ground for growth in leadership styles. Dr. Hanna Fowler's sessions allowed us to delve into our own leadership personalities and gather a much deeper understanding of the styles of others. BEFORE the weekend was over, participants were already asking to sign up for Leadership II 2013.
If you have not attended a Leadership Seminar in Psi State, I highly recommend you add it to you "things to do" list. Nowhere will you find better leadership training from such outstanding women.
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| Faith Shiver, Leadership Team member checking participants in. |
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| Ready for participants; Forward Moving • Forward Thinking! |
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| Let the learning begin! |
Sunday, May 6, 2012
Forward Moving with Opportunities
District training workshops have come and gone with great success, I might add. Training opportunities abound in Psi State as we move forward. Check out the happenings on the Psi State Website and see what tickles your fancy and for registration!
The state leadership team is offering Leadership I in Macon, June 1-3. It will be a weekend to hone leadership skills, network, and be spoiled and pampered. Many will be traveling to NYC for the International Convention on July 24-28. It's truly a chance of a lifetime and I hope you consider stepping out with us! On August 18th, a one day Leadership Institute will be held in Macon. The presenter will be past International President, Dr. Barbara Day! If you love to travel, are interested in history, then DeltaHostel Oct. 19-21 is for you. A weekend on Jekyll Island's Oceanside Inn will be the venue where we will be relaxing and learning about sea turtle rescue and local history, enjoying delicious food, and experiencing genuine spiritual fellowship.
Psi State is forward moving with vast opportunities. Don't let these incredible offerings pass you by!
The state leadership team is offering Leadership I in Macon, June 1-3. It will be a weekend to hone leadership skills, network, and be spoiled and pampered. Many will be traveling to NYC for the International Convention on July 24-28. It's truly a chance of a lifetime and I hope you consider stepping out with us! On August 18th, a one day Leadership Institute will be held in Macon. The presenter will be past International President, Dr. Barbara Day! If you love to travel, are interested in history, then DeltaHostel Oct. 19-21 is for you. A weekend on Jekyll Island's Oceanside Inn will be the venue where we will be relaxing and learning about sea turtle rescue and local history, enjoying delicious food, and experiencing genuine spiritual fellowship.
Psi State is forward moving with vast opportunities. Don't let these incredible offerings pass you by!
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Spring forward with Psi State...
It's a busy spring in Psi State. The spring executive board meeting in Macon had good attendance and much was accomplished. There were over 155 in attendance and the day was chalked full of workshops and Psi State business. It was the last meeting for seated chapter presidents as we are readying for a new biennium at the chapter level. My heartfelt thanks to "outgoing" chapter presidents for their hard work and dedication to The Delta Kappa Gamma Society!
Speaking of chapter presidents, District III held the first of district training workshops for new chapter officers and members. Dr. Maria Valeri-Gold, District III Director extraordinaire, planned a fabulous day in Peachtree City last weekend. There were almost 80 members in attendance for various workshops, fellowship, and a delicious lunch at the Wyndham Conference Center. I so enjoyed meeting and working with the new chapter presidents for the new biennium. Time sure ran out quickly as the day went by so fast!
We are now gearing up to "Wheel into Wheeler" for the Districts IV, V, and VI Workshops on March 24th and Rome on April 28 for Districts I and II. I hope YOU are planning to attend one of these venues to learn more about our Society, share in genuine spiritual fellowship, and experience what it's all about outside of the chapter level. You are cordially invited.
Speaking of chapter presidents, District III held the first of district training workshops for new chapter officers and members. Dr. Maria Valeri-Gold, District III Director extraordinaire, planned a fabulous day in Peachtree City last weekend. There were almost 80 members in attendance for various workshops, fellowship, and a delicious lunch at the Wyndham Conference Center. I so enjoyed meeting and working with the new chapter presidents for the new biennium. Time sure ran out quickly as the day went by so fast!
We are now gearing up to "Wheel into Wheeler" for the Districts IV, V, and VI Workshops on March 24th and Rome on April 28 for Districts I and II. I hope YOU are planning to attend one of these venues to learn more about our Society, share in genuine spiritual fellowship, and experience what it's all about outside of the chapter level. You are cordially invited.
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Gearing Up for Executive Board! Join us Feb. 25th in Macon!
Gearing up for Executive Board in Macon is like composing a fine piece music. The officers, committee chairs, district directors, are all in charge of their own section in order to make beautiful melodic sounds. The name of the piece of work is called, "Forward Moving • Forward Thinking." Our chapter presidents and committee members are needed to add the tone and timbre to the work. Chapter members and guests are required to join to be the cadence and heart of the day's business.
Executive Board is not the work of one, but the work of many. Although it's a day of taking care of Psi State business, it's actually more than that. The day is filled with genuine spiritual fellowship and a chance to meet like-minded key women educators. It's a chance to see beyond the chapter level and experience the workings of Delta Kappa Gamma.
I hope to see YOU in Macon on February 25th!
Executive Board is not the work of one, but the work of many. Although it's a day of taking care of Psi State business, it's actually more than that. The day is filled with genuine spiritual fellowship and a chance to meet like-minded key women educators. It's a chance to see beyond the chapter level and experience the workings of Delta Kappa Gamma.
I hope to see YOU in Macon on February 25th!
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