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President’s Message

CHI STATE - CALIFORNIA

THE DELTA KAPPA GAMMA SOCIETY INTERNATIONAL AREA X – BETA DELTA CHAPTER

Monday, April 14, 2014 4:30 pm Social Time 5:00 pm Program

Program:

Celebration Ceremonies Initiation, Installation &

Remembrance RSVP required!

Locat ion:

Fratelli’s Italian Kitchen 3915 Mission Ave, Oceanside

Chai rwoman:

Nancy Hair Cell: 760/415-3211

On S i te: Christina DeSanto Cell: 760/458.4615

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Happy Birthday April Sisters! 4 – Bonnie Smigel

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Do you any of these hats in your closet, just sitting there collecting dust? If you do, we would love to have them for a new Founder’s Skit. Please bring your hats to Linda Hosaka.

! Mortar Board ! Party hat with flowers ! Sombrero ! Country bonnet ! Tiara ! Visor with green shade ! Laurel Wreath ! Big Straw Hat ! Cowboy Hat ! Black bow in hair ! Beret ! Sequined dinner hat

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Get up close and personal with…. Kit Dameron

$1,680 Grant from DKG Educational Foundation!

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Beta Delta flexes it’s Membership Muscle at the Area X Celebration

As usual, Beta Delta showed in force – 35 strong – at the Area X Celebration! Way to go ladies! The celebration was filled with love, laughter, reflection, and celebration. The program, featuring Francesca Amari, showed off her talent for combining storytelling and singing. A truly moving experience.

Xye Sanders was honored with an Area X Leadership Retreat Grant and Kathy O’Leary was honored for 30 years of service to DKG! Julie Drysdale, Chi State 1st Vice President, was on hand to honor and recognize all of the honorees. Linda Hosaka, Xye Sanders, Sandy Bell, and Sandi Hadder managed the silent auction with skill and finesse! The auction raised over $600!

Sandi Hadder did an amazing job in creating our very festive “basket.” We got A LOT of compliments on it’s creativity! And, to top things off Dot Selvaggio won our basket, along with Pat Feist and Barbara Stryson winning other chapter baskets! Way to go sisters!

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California Retired Teacher’s Association (CalRTA)

Don’t forget the Pound in the Round! February 26th’s winner – SANDI HADDER! Last month, money was collected for the Love on a Leash program!

Next winner will be in May! Bring your bucks to support a great cause!

Go to Convention this Year! Beta Delta Chapter is offering a $150 shared

room stipend to assist with your expenses!

Thanks to the Mayme Barnes Estate!

-RSVP- We plan amazing events! Help the teams prepare!

Please RSVP on Big Tent!

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Support Non-Dues Revenue!

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Chi State Convention May 2-4, 2014

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In 1929, a small group of teachers led by Laura E. Settle banded together. They wanted to fight for better pensions for colleagues living at the poverty level after a lifetime of teaching. This was happening at the same time our Delta Kappa Gamma Society International was being shaped by Annie Webb Blanton and eleven colleagues. We are blessed by the determination of these leaders.

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You are invited to join

CalRTA whether you are retired, close to retirement or

light years away. Why? 1. The focused purpose is PROTECTING PENSIONS and HEALTH CARE. 2. The dues are reasonable. 3. The Contact Magazine is

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informative for and applicable to all educators. 4. Dave Walwrath is a highly qualified legislative advocate who stays current with pertinent issues relating to teachers. 5. Teacher grants are awarded by Division 45 to active teachers. Contact Pat Feist if you are interested in being a part of this organization.

Next work party – Saturday, June 14!

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Delta Kappa Gamma International Society Beta Delta Chapter

Initiation/Installation Dinner Monday, April 14, 2014

Don’t be left out! Put this information on your calendar and send in your money for the Initiation of our 2014 New Members and the Installation of our 2014-2016 Board Members. When: Monday, April 14, Time: 4:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Location: Fratelli’s Italian Restaurant 2915 Mission Avenue Oceanside, California 92058 Cost: $30 per person Buffet Menu: Artichoke Hearts and Bruchetta Mediterranean Salad Penne Pasta with Marinara or Creamy Pesto Sauce Chicken Marsala Tiramisu and Cannoli Plate House Bread and Dipping Sauce Non-alcoholic Beverage No Host Bar

• Please return this portion and money to Nancy Hair, 7207 Lantana Terrace, Carlsbad, CA 92011 OR give to her at the February 26th Meeting

• Make $30 check payable to DKG, Beta Delta • New 2014 Members: return this portion, you’re our “Guests,” do not send in money. • Deadline is Monday, April 7,

Name: ___________________________________________________

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Dear Members of Beta Delta, Report your THAT hours electronically! All data entered that was entered during the pilot process will not be considered as part of the chapter's biannual submission of hours. To register your hours, use this address: http://tinyurl.com/kh2snyy Thank you for your support. Please e-mail us at chistateece@gmail.com

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CHI STATE CONVENTION May 2-4, 2014

Hyatt Regency Santa Clara 5101 Great America Parkway, Santa Clara CA 95054

Please use a separate registration for each member

PLEASE PRINT (Name for Badge) LAST NAME FIRST NAME

ADDRESS CITY ZIP

PHONE( ) EMAIL

CHAPTER AREA

**ALL CONVENTION ATTENDEES MUST PAY A REGISTRATION FEE** Check the events you plan to attend.

REGISTRATION: Early Registration Fee – by April 15 $59.00 Registration Fee – after April 15th $75.00 MEALS includes 32% tax and gratuity (meals must be ordered by April 20, 2014) Luncheon Event Saturday, May 3, 2014 $43.00 Banquet Event (dressy attire suggested) Saturday, May 3, 2014 $74.00 Breakfast Event Sunday, May 4, 2014 $43.00 NO REFUNDS AFTER APRIL 15, 2014 TOTAL ENCLOSED $ Please specify SPECIAL NEEDS at meals (dietary restrictions, wheelchair access, etc.):

Check all that apply: Willing to Volunteer: Current Chapter President _______ Incoming President Registration Current Area Director 50 year+ member Information Desk Past Chi State President First Chi State Convention Hospitality International Committee Member Table Hostess Chi State Officer (Office) Vendors Chi State Committee Chairman Chi State Store Chi State Committee Member Credentialing Interest Session Hostess

Do not include funds for hotel reservations with this registration. Book Hotel Reservations by April 10th.

Hyatt Regency Santa Clara Reservations: 1-888-421-1442

For the group rate discount, mention Delta Kappa Gamma. Online Hyatt registration: https://resweb.passkey.com/go/DKGCHI14

Make checks payable to: DELTA KAPPA GAMMA—CHI STATE CONVENTION 2014 Complete registration by returning this form and your check to the Convention Treasurer:

Shirley Vernon 513 Deer Ct., San Jose, CA 95123-3233

408-578-3854 rsvernon64@att.net

Before mailing, copy this registration and your check for your records

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Christina DeSanto, President/Editor 3280 Morella Way Oceanside, CA92056 dkg.betadelta@yahoo.com Online at www.dkg-betadelta.org

DELTA KAPPA GAMMA INT’L SOCIETY

BETA DELTA CHAPTER, a Chapter

Financial support & grants for transportation, registration fees, and lodging, are available through our chapter, Area X, Chi State and International. Just ask…

Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever. --Mahatma Gandhi

TO:

Professional & Personal Growth Opportunities

May 2-4, 2014 Chi State Convention Hyatt Regency Santa Clara July 28-Aug 1, 2014 International Convention Indianapolis, Indiana