A Message from our International President
It’s an honor to welcome you to the 34th International Convention of Alpha Delta Kappa in Austin, Texas a city renowned for its vibrant culture, live music, and signature southern hospitality.
Whether you’re here to build meaningful connections, grow professionally, or simply savor some legendary BBQ, I hope this convention leaves you inspired and enriched.
Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a seasoned participant, I encourage you to reach out, connect, and help someone feel welcome as we come together to celebrate the spirit and strength of our incredible organization.
Thank you for being here and embracing the power of connection in our sisterhood as we “Bridge totheFuture!”
-Ann Marie Brown
2025 International Convention Altruistic Project
Having been raised alongside two brothers from the foster care program, I have a deep and personal understanding of the unique challenges faced by children in the system. I've chosen CASA of Travis County as the 2025 International Altruistic Project. CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) empowers dedicated volunteers to advocate for the best interests of children who have experienced abuse or neglect. By supporting CASA, we help ensure that every child in the foster care system has a voice and a chance at a brighter future.
Mission: CASA of Travis County promotes and protects the best interest of children who have experienced abuse or neglect by empowering volunteers to advocate for their safety, well-being, and for opportunities to thrive.
Overview: CASA of Travis County believes every child who has experienced abuse or neglect deserves to have a dedicated advocate speaking up for their best interest in court, at school, and in our community. To accomplish this, CASA educates and empowers community volunteers who ensure each child's needs remain a priority in an overburdened child welfare system. When the state steps in to protect a child's safety, a judge appoints a trained volunteer advocate to make independent and informed recommendations and help the judge decide what's best for the child.
International Executive Board 2023 - 2025
Ann Marie Brown International President
Mary Ey Four-Year International Executive Board Member
Terry Peyton Four-Year International Executive Board Member
Julie Kidd Two-Year International Executive Board Member
Conway Blankenship International PresidentElect
Ann Quinlan Four-Year International Executive Board Member
Su Wade Four-Year International Executive Board Member
International Vice President for Membership
Mollie Acosta Immediate Past International President
Mary Ann Gerdes Four Year International Executive Board Member
Roberta Casabon Four-Year International Executive Board Member
Smith Executive Advisor
Kathy Beatty
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Foundation Board of Directors
Sandy Wolfe Foundation Board Chair
Mollie Acosta Foundation Board of Directors Member
Ellen Roderick Foundation Board of Directors Member
Su Wade Foundation Board of Directors Member
Ann Quinlan Foundation Board Vice-Chair
Judy Ganzert Foundation Board of Directors Member
Smith Executive Advisor
The Alpha Delta Kappa Foundation Board of Directors is comprised of 3 Past and 3 Current International Executive Board Members + the Executive Director of Alpha Delta Kappa (non-voting member).
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International Convention Schedule
Membership Recognitions
Pearl Less than ten years
Violet Ten years or more
Silver Twenty-five years or more
Sapphire Thirty-five years or more
Golden Fifty years or more
Diamond Sixty years or more
Platinum Seventy years or more
Regional Leadership
Regional President
2024 - 2026
Gulf - Kay Spriggs
North Central - Jennie Johnson
Northeast - Sue McDowell
Northwest - Barbara Nore
South Central - Cheryl Sigel
Southeast - Patricia Hardin
Southwest - Jean Hinck
Regional President Elect 2024 - 2026
Gulf - Barbara Stainback
North Central - Valerie Johnson
Northeast - Ginna Alysse Allen
Northwest - Nancy Dreydoppel
South Central - Betsy Ruckman
Southeast - Julie Brown
Southwest - Nancy Martinez
Regional Vice President for Membership 2023 - 2026
Gulf - Minie Coon
North Central - Ann Ainslie
Northeast - Gay Toomy
Northwest - Virginia Howard
South Central - Carol Johnson
Southeast - Laura Beaton
Southwest - Juith Ingham
Right to Left: Barbara Nore - Northwest; Jeanie Hinck - Southwest, Cheryl Sigel - South Central; Jennie Johnson - North Central; Pat Hardin - Southeast; Kay Spriggs - Gulf; Sue McDowell – Northeast
2026 Regional Conferences
Park MGM Las Vegas
3770 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89109
6/22/26 to 6/25/26
NCR, SWR and NWR
The Gaylord Opryland and Resort 2800 Opryland Drive, Nashville TN 37214
7/13/26 to 7/16/26 SER and NER
The JW Marriott New Orleans 614 Canal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
7/19/26 to 7/22/26 Gulf and SCR 2027 International Convention
A Convention by the Numbers
Evening of Entertainment
Total Registrations
Educational Symposium
AΔKCC
AΔDKA
Virtual
Featuring Gone to Texas a Country, Rock, & Pop Band!
Ticket price - $30
Friday, July 11th 8:00 - 10:00 PM
Available for Virtual Attendance
Scan the QR code to donate to be taken to the Evening of Entertainment fundraiser!
34TH International Convention of Alpha Delta Kappa
Schedule-at-a-Glance Hybrid/Austin, Texas July 10-13, 2025
Saturday, May 17-Virtual
2:00 PM CT Zoom Learning Session w/ Parliamentarian
Saturday, June 7-Virtual
2:00 PM CT
SPECIAL MEETING - I
Call to Order, Vote on Rules Governing an International Convention LIVE VOTE; DELEGATES LIVE DEBATE & LIVE VOTING Bylaws Revision, Proposed Bylaws Amendments & Proposed Resolutions
Saturday, June 14-Virtual
2:00 PM CT
SPECIAL MEETING - II
Call to Order
International Candidates LIVE ZOOM with answers to questions recorded
June 16 Candidate Recordings on the Website
June 14 to June 19
DELEGATES VOTE BY JOTFORM for International Officers and International Altruistic Projects (2ND Round-June 24-26)
June 14 to June 19
ALL MEMBERS VOTE BY JOTFORM for the International World Understanding Project
Wednesday, July 9—Austin & Hybrid Begins
9:00-5:00 Leadership Academy Session
Noon-7:00 Registration/Information
Noon-7:00 S/P/N Altruistic Sales (Exhibits)
12:15-1:15 International Executive Board (IEB) & Leadership Academy Luncheon
1:45-4:00 IEB Meeting
4:30-5:30 Assistant Sgt-at-Arms Meeting
5:00-6:00 First Timers (To an International Convention) Get Together
7:30-9:30 “Bats on the Patio Party”-Level 5 Terrace OPEN EVENING
Thursday, July 10—EDUC. SYMPOSIUM DAY
8:00-5:00 Registration/ Information
10:00-3:00 AΔK Jewelry Sales & Repair
8:45-9:45 OPENING EDUCATIONAL SYMPOSIUM
10:00-11:00 Learning Sessions I
11:15-12:15 Learning Sessions II
12:30-2:00 Lunch on Your Own
12:30-2:00 Little Wigs & Past S/P/N Presidents’ Lunch* 2:15-3:15 Learning Sessions III
3:30-4:30 CLOSING EDUCATIONAL SYMPOSIUM
4:45-6:00 Meet & Greet for ITE Scholars - Open to all
5:00-6:00 Chorus Members Practice
5:00-6:30 S/P/N Altruistic Sales (Exhibits)
Thursday, July 10 (continued)
OPEN EVENING S/P/N Arranged Dinners (optional)
Friday, July 11–Western Wear Day
7:30 AΔKA Golf Scramble
7:45-8:45 Chorus Members Practice
8:00-5:00 Last Registration/ Information
7:45-9:15 Friends of Foundation Breakfast*
9:30-11:15 Regional Membership Seminars
9:30-11:30 S/P/N Altruistic Sales (Exhibits)
10:00-11:00 International Convention-“Early Access” 10:00-3:00 AΔK Jewelry Sales & Repair
11:15-1:15 Lunch on your own
11:30-1:15 International Membership Committee (24-26- IMC)* Celebration Luncheon
1:30-4:00 OPENING & BUSINESS SESSION
5:15-6:15 Chorus Members Practice
5:15-7:15 S/P/N Altruistic Sales (Exhibits)
5:30-7:45 Dinner on own
8:00-10:00 Evening of Entertainment-Foundation Fundraiser – Gone to Texas Band
Saturday, July 12
7:30-8:45 ICP Meeting (3 or 4 S/P/N Ps, Regional Leaders, IEB, PIPs & PEBCs)* Breakfast
7:45-8:45 Chorus Members Practice
8:00-9:00 AΔK Association Meeting
8:00-5:00 Attendee Services/Information
10:00-3:00 AΔK Jewelry Sales & Repair
9:00-Noon FIRST GENERAL & BUSINESS SESSION Keynote Speakers - L Moore & P. Thorne
12:15-2:15 Regional Luncheons
2:30-4:30 SECOND GENERAL & BUSINESS SESSION Jacqueline Lougheed World Understanding Speaker - Rachel Terlop
4:45-6:00 Next Gen & Friends Gathering
5:45-7:00 Memorial Service Rehearsal
5:45-7:00 S/P/N Altruistic Sales (Exhibits) OPEN EVENING S/P/N Arranged Dinners (optional)
Sunday, July 13
7:45-8:45 Chorus Members Practice
8:00-3:00 Attendee Services/Information
8:45-9:30 Collegiate Club Coffee Chat
10:00-11:00 MEMORIAL SERVICE
11:15-12:45 THIRD GENERAL & BUSINESS SESSION Excellence in Education Recipients
5:30-6:45 IEB & Regional Leaders Reception
7:00-10:00 BANQUET & INSTALLATION
The Lamp of AΔK - Music & Dancing
Monday, July 14, 2025-2027 IEB Meeting* - Orientation