ALPHA DELTA KAPPA DECEMBER 2010 - Gedung Kuning

23. Great Lakes Lighthouses—Towers of History Nancy Finlayson, MI Phi
Did you know that the largest concentration of lighthouses in the world is found on the Great Lakes? Join
Michigan’s own Lighthouse Lady for an introduction to these historic structures and discover what makes every
lighthouse unique. WARNING—This class is taught by a true lighthouse lover whose enthusiasm is catching!
24. Technology Tidbits Ashley Garner and Meghan Anderson, TN Alpha
Current and retired teachers will benefit from this session on technology programs to use in the classroom
and in your daily lives. Baffled by terms such as Web 2.0, Social Networking, and Freeware? Then this session
is for you.
25. Mini-Scrapbooking with Coffee Sleeves Susan Lund, NV Eta
Come and make a mini-scrapbook using coffee sleeves—great for photos, poetry, your favorite inspirational
sayings, etc. Easy enough for kids to make too! (Note $3 fee to be paid at the session)
26. Stress, Life, and Videotape: Journey to National Board Certification Nora B. May, VA Alpha Tau
From the point of wondering what it is, through the decision to pursue it, to the actual process to achieve it,
this workshop will take you through one sister’s journey toward National Board Certification.
27. Book Discussion: “Someone Knows My Name” Betty Orton, KY Theta
This historical fiction book by Lawrence Hill won the Washington Post Best Book of 2008. Aminata Diallo
was kidnapped from Africa, enslaved in the south but escaped during the Revolutionary War. She became
a British spy and endured hardships and prejudices in Nova Scotia. Later in London she bore witness to the
injustices of slavery.
28. Whatever Happened to “What I Did On My Summer Vacation?” Ann Quinlan, NE Beta
This session focuses on prompts and processes that help students engage in meaningful writing. Ideas will
include activities and strategies for use with elementary through college age students.
29. Presiding with Proper Protocol & Pizzazz Ellen Roderick, MD Beta
You will learn techniques for presiding at Alpha Delta Kappa functions (e.g. Founders’ luncheons, Council
meetings, “large” gatherings). We’ll cover (1) introducing a headtable; (2) using a microphone; (3) handling
audience questions; and (4) do’s/don’ts in leading a meeting/program. We’ll focus on presiding with class and
proper protocol when you are the presiding officer or master of ceremonies.
30. Blueprint for Success Debby Stubing, FL Alpha Sigma and Kathy Learn, IA Upsilon
The Florida executive board assisted by Past International Executive Board Chairman Kathy Learn wrote a fiveyear
plan entitled “Blueprint for Success.” This organic plan identifies three main goals (altruism, positive net
growth and professional development and personal enrichment) and the Criteria for Success. The purpose of
the plan is to help stimulate membership growth and strengthen Alpha Delta Kappa.
SESSION 3: 1:45–2:35 PM
31. Creating Excellence in Alpha Delta Kappa Membership International Membership Committee
Enjoy learning new and exciting methods for recruiting and retaining your chapter membership. Make your
chapter a “Chapter of Excellence” as you explore hands-on activities to take back to your chapter membership.
32. Book Discussion: “The Glass Castle” Beverly Barnett, OH Alpha Eta
Author Jeannette Walls grew up in an environment that we would consider abusive. Yet she and her siblings
learned to take care of each other. What would or should we do if confronted with children in this situation?
Participants should read the book before the session and discussion questions will be provided.
33. The Traveling Teacher – Professional Development in Ghana DiAnn B. Casteel, TN Tau
Learn about the experience of teaching students and teachers in Atorkor, a small fishing village in Ghana.
Discussion will cover how a teacher used interactive graphic organizers to teach English to Primary 1 students
and to provide professional development activities for local area basic schoolteachers.
34. Books from Babies to Babushkas Kay Faust, VT Delta
A lifetime’s reading in 45 minutes! Presenting books that a woman will read during her lifetime, starting with
books while pregnant. Board books and early picture books, beginning reading and easy reading books,
chapter books, novels and graphic novels, young adult classics and modern best-sellers will be discussed.
35. Achieving New Heights with a “Special Twinkle” Susan Goto, CA Beta Eta
Alpha Delta Kappa sisters are skilled educators, organizers, and administrators which qualifies you to become
involved in “GIVING BACK” to your community. “Ask not what your community can do for you; but what you
can do for your community” as public servants with a wide spectrum of experience. Opportunties “beyond
your marginal box” await.
36. Create a Bird Identification Unit for Your Area Lisa Justus, IL Upsilon
Help your students learn to identify local birds by creating a Bird Identification Unit for your area. Learn
to create a display, provide a “Field Guide” for each student to color, use current identification guidelines,
experience different bird call devices and develop cross curricular ideas.
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