What is Kappa Delta Pi?
Kappa Delta Pi is an International Honor Society in Education whose purpose is to promote excellence in and recognize outstanding contributions in education. It endeavors to maintain a high degree of professional fellowship among its members, quicken professional growth, and honor achievement in educational work. It invites to membership such persons as exhibit commendable personal qualities, worthy educational ideals, and sound scholarship.
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Kappa Delta Pi Membership
Gamma Xi Chapter
You should know that membership in this organization means active membership. This is not just a group to join to have an additional line on your resume! All pledges must complete 20 hours of volunteer work by the time of induction (ten hours per semester). All existing members must complete fifteen hours per academic year. It is also mandatory (for all members) to attend at least one meeting and one activity per semester. Each meeting and activity is worth a point, and four points must be obtained per semester. You must also participate in at least one committee. We are truly a service-oriented group!
Committees
Programming
Committee
The programming committee is the heart of the organization. This committee is divided into three sections: Socials, Education, and Community Service. Members of this committee will create meaningful and educational programs for the members. Committee members will make contact with professionals and members in the community to help provide needed services. They will brainstorm ideas and communicate these ideas with the officers and members.
Public Relations
A monthly newsletter will be created to help keep members informed of chapter happenings. Members of this committee will be responsible for writing short summaries of events, updating members of important dates via phone or email, and creating announcements for chapter meetings and activities .
Bylaws & Constitution
This committee will be responsible for updating the Gamma Xi Chapter's bylaws and constitution. Members of this committee will maintain these documents making sure that they are revised as needed. A copy of these changes will be submitted to KDP Headquarters, Student Senate, Chapter President, and advisors.
Membership
It is the responsibility of the membership committee to keep accurate records of member involvement. Members of this committee will contribute to monitoring completion of requirements for existing and initiating members. Committee members will also encourage all members to get involved, earn their points, and participate in chapter activities!
Awards
Kappa Delta Pi seeks to honor and recognize outstanding educators and future educators. This committee will be responsible for recommending candidates to be honored.
Fundraising
The fundraising committee is responsible for planning activities to raise necessary funds to promote KDP activities. Funds raised will be used for service projects, refreshments, the banquet, and any other Kappa functions that require money.
Banquet
The banquet is the highlight of the year. At the banquet, pledges are inducted and awards are presented. The banquet committee is responsible for securing the location, as well as planning the meals, decorations, and clean-up.
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Contact Our Officers
Current Leadership, 2007-2008 School Year
Justin McCord, President, JMM6191@esu.edu
Maegan McMaster, Vice President, maeg86@msn.com
Kortney Nichols, Secretary, kln0614@esu.edu
Nicki Plesser, Treasurer, nlp7143@esu.edu
Melinda Hussey, Pledge Master, mdh9133@esu.edu
Dan Garcia, Historian, dannydukes86@yahoo.com
Lisa Jannone, Foundations Representative
Chapter E-Mail kappadeltapi86@yahoo.com
KDP Officers Elected for 2008-2009!
Lisa Jannone, President
Nicole Jordan, Vice President
Laura Olivo, Secretary
Nikki Plesser, Treasurer
Sara Gordon, Historian
Elise Clifford, Pledge Master
Shannon Burns, Foundations Representative
Dr. Kramer, advisor 570-422-3364
Dr. Andrew Whitehead, advisor 570-422-3752
Dr. Lare, advisor 570-422-3431
Calendar of Events
Meetings
Check the bulletin board on the 2nd Floor of Stroud Hall for the most up-to-date information
Important Events:
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Last Updated: March 2008