​THETA THOUGHTS

Theta Chapter, Nevada State
Delta Kappa Gamma Society International
The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education.

Volume 100                                                                                                                                                           January 2020

President:             Jane Barnes
1st Vice Pres.:        Lori Johnson
​2nd Vice Pres.:      Terrie Camenisch

Recording Sec’y:   Kathy Leonard
​Corres. Sec’y          Charlene Harris
Treasurer:               Susan Capistrant

Parliamentarian:    Ardynne Sprinkle
Past President:       Ardynne Sprinkle
​Communications:  Carol Cardillo

HAPPY NEW YEAR

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THETA MEETINGS

JANUARY 11, 2020, 9:15AM

Location:  Terrie Camenisch’s home
Co-hostesses:  Susan Capistrant and
                                    Carol Cardillo
Inspiration:  Susan Capistrant
Program:  TBA very soon

LEADERSHIP WORKSHOP

            The annual Leadership Workshop Retreat is (tentatively and most probably) scheduled for June 13 in Eureka, NV.  All members are welcome to attend.  The theme previously reported in the last newsletter was inaccurate.  State President Cheryl Anderson will notify all chapters as soon as the Leadership Committee plans are finalized.

COLLEGIAL EXCHANGE

            The 2019 Delta Kappa Bulletin, Volume 86-2, should have arrived in your mailbox earlier this month.  Judy Merz, EdD, from Nevada is the editor.  When you see Judy at state events, please remember to compliment her on this wonderful publication. 

EXEMPLARY SERVICE AWARD

            Nominations for the Alpha Chi State Nevada Exemplary Service Award are due January 15 to Committee Chair Karen Laskowski.  Please give some thought who might be deserving of such an award:  someone who has served as an officer or chairperson at the chapter, state or international level, rendered quality service for a number of years, earned the respect and recognition for such an honor, etc.  President Jane will have this topic as an agenda item in January.  This state has many dedicated DKG  ladies who would qualify for this award, so let’s be proactive to recognize an outstanding DKG sister.

ROSE OF RECOGNITION

(Your assistance is requested)

            The Rose of Recognition Committee consists of the last three honorees.  Lori Johnson is chair and will  be joined by Louise Squatrito and Ardynne Sprinkle.  Please, please call or email any one of them with your nominee recommendation any time before January 11 or better yet, talk with one of them at the January meeting.  They will welcome your input as to why you feel your nominee is worthy of the honor.  Their phone numbers and email addresses are in your Theta Handbook.   

NEVADA STATE

​CONVENTION

            Our DKG Nevada State Convention will be hosted by XI Chapter at the Atlantis Casino Resort Spa, March 27-28, 2020.  Re deadline:  February 15.  Cost $125.  After February 15, the fee will be $140.  See attached registration form.  Registration forms will also be available at the January meeting.  If you complete the form and attach a check before leaving the meeting, the form will be mailed for you.

HOLIDAY HIGH TEA

            Our ladies reported that the High Tea celebration on December 7 was lovely with a very interesting venue.  We extend our thanks to Alpha Chapter for hosting another marvelous event.  Andrea White Designs provided all the delightful sandwiches, scones, and desserts.  If you are interested in having an event catered by Andrea, she may be reached at (775) 771-4644 or emailing her at andreawhite@att.net.

RPEN UPDATES

        Terri Laird’s notes on the November PEPB and PERS Board meeting were emailed to you on December 7, 2019.  Terri is doing an outstanding job of keeping us informed on those issues that affect public employees.  She truly deserves our support and respect. If anyone had difficulty opening the attachments, please let Carol Cardillo know. 

CHALK BLUFF WATER

TREATMENT PLANT -- RENO

FYI:  The Chalk Bluff Treatment Plant, 9605 S McCarran Blvd, Reno received the “Presidents Award” as one of the highest performing water treatment plants for individual filter performance, thus resulting in the highest water quality performance in the nation.  The plant first earned this status in 2015 and has maintained that status annually.  A skilled team of engineers, scientists, and operators oversee the incoming water from Lake Tahoe.  Tours of the plant (limit 20) are available by email presentations@tmwa.com or calling 834-8290 to reserve a spot.

RENO POPS MAIN

FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR

          Ticket holders will delight in a buffet of yummy spaghetti, crisp Caesar salad, tasty garlic bread, cookies, coffee, sodas and water along with a no-host bar. Additionally, a silent auction, live auctions and raffle draw for the winner to a six-night stay in a Maui resort condo are offered (Value $1500 and subject to availability between May and November).  Raffle tickets only $5 each.  A night full of special musical entertainment will, of course, be provided by our very own Reno Pops musicians. Individual tickets are only $50 each with special pricing for full tables.
          This event would make a wonderful holiday gift for special family members or friends – a buffet dinner with live music! Tickets must be purchased by Friday, January 3rd either by submitting the attached form (Editor was unable to attach form) or submitting payment through their website: www.renopops.org.
          Reno Pops information was reprinted from website with permission granted by Janice Clarke
FYI:  Some members of Theta Chapter attended last year’s fundraiser braving the snowy evening driving conditions.  It was worth it. We had a great time.​

REMINDERS

1. January 10 -- article due for Nevadagram
2. January 10 -- Reno Pops Main Fundraiser, 6pm, Baldini’s Casino
3. January 15 -- Exemplary Service Award Nomination due   
4. January 20 -- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, no school
5. January 24 -- Lambda’s Wine Tasting Event, 5-8 pm, Donner Springs Mobile Clubhouse, 4465 Boca Way 
6. January 30 -- Nevada Apple Award presented by this date
7. January 31 -- Rose of Recognition Nomination due;  Form in Handbook, page 26; electronic copy available too

CALENDAR

Feb. 1            Theta Meeting
Feb. 17          Presidents’ Day, no school
March 1        Gold Key Application Form; submit to Cheryl Anderson
March 1        Chapter Necrology; submit to Karen Laskowski
March 1        Chapter Yearbook, submit to  President Cheryl Anderson
                        (Was submitted in August 2019)
March 1        All chapter newsletters; submit to Maxine Emm
March 1        All chapter articles for Nevadagram; submit at least one to Gwen Anne Thacker to be considered for Gold Key Award
March 7      7 pm, Reno Pops, Nightingale
Hall, UNR, Chinese New Year
March 16-27  WCSD Spring Break
March 27-28 NV State Convention hosted
by XI Chapter at the Atlantis Casino
April 4           Nevadagram Article Due
April 4           Theta Meeting – Joint meeting with other local chapters
May 2            Arts & Crafts Fair
May 16          Theta Meeting: Founders’ Day
May 16          Celebrate Washoe Valley, 10am-2pm   Washoe Lake State Park
May 22          7 pm, Reno Pops, Nightingale Hall, UNR, Fairy Tales & Storytellers
May 25          Memorial Day, no school
June 5            Last day of school
June 8-10      WSCD Contingency Days for bad weather or another emergency
June 13         Leadership Workshop
June 30         Deadline for Chapter Dues ($70 active, $30 reserve)       
July 7-11       International Convention, Philadelphia, PA
July 11           7:30 pm, Reno Pops, Bartley Ranch, Nevada’s Wild West
                       
Red dates denote DKG state, regional,
or international events