June 2024 AΔKCC Network

June 2024

AΔKCC Network

Alpha Delta Kappa Collegiate Clubs & Alumni Welcome to our monthly newsletter! We are here to provide you with some helpful tips, connections, and networking opportunities.

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For as long as I can remember, the question “What do you want to be when you get older?” was an easy one to answer. “A teacher!” was always my response. This was no surprise to my parents, especially since I had asked for a large white board for my ninth birthday. I would complete my homework by working out each problem on the large whiteboard that hung in my bedroom and pretended I was a teacher with a room full of imaginary students. But the reason I wanted to be a teacher stemmed from the positive impact my own teachers had in my life.

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WHY I CHOOSE TO TEACH CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 Growing up in a small border town, the teachers I had played a huge role in showing me the value of education and the importance of empowering students.

Many of my teachers had created a healthy learning environment that offered stability and fostered a strong relationship between students and educators. This sense of community along with incorporating students’ backgrounds into the class kept students engaged with one another and their academics. The importance of togetherness and having a support system away from home is not lost on me as I’ve seen what impact a teacher can have when they’re truly invested in the growth and wellbeing of their students. Reflecting on all my years of schooling, I reminisce about the teachers who sparked my curiosity for learning and motivated me to this day to become an educator.

Essentially, my decision to become a teacher is driven by a variety of factors: a lifelong passion for learning, the influence of impactful mentors, and a steadfast belief in the power of education to shape lives and encourage positive change. As a teacher, I am eager to create a supportive and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. By fostering a sense of community and belonging in the classroom, I aim to not only educate but also inspire and empower my students to become confident and engaged learners. This aspect of teaching resonates deeply with me as I believe that every individual has unique strengths and deserves the chance to shine in their own way. As an educator, I am looking forward to nurturing the next generation of learners and empowering them to reach their full potential to contribute meaningfully to the world.

By: Amy Leitz, Ball State University Collegiate Club Advisor Ball State Alpha Delta Kappa Collegiate Club recently embarked on an unforgettable journey to the Indiana State Convention, where bonds were strengthened, knowledge was deepened, and inspiration was ignited. Seven club members made the three-hour journey to Indiana State University to spend the day with AΔK sisters from around the state. The club presented a breakout session about the importance of brain breaks and demonstrated several different kinds of brain breaks that could be used within and outside of the classroom.

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Indiana CONNECTION CONTINUED from Page 2 Six of the students were attending their second state convention and were eager to return. One member was recognized as being a first timer. Ava Widolff and Bridget Alexander received recognition as having been recognized with the Future Educator Scholarships from International. This dynamic group had a lot to celebrate at this year-ending event!

Ava, reflecting on her experience, emphasized the tight-knit community within ADK, citing the invaluable connections made across the state. Emily Hicks echoed this sentiment, highlighting the importance of building relationships and gaining deeper insights into the organization.

For club president Bella Watts, the convention was a blend of professional growth and personal connection, with her most memorable moments being the club’s presentation and meeting sisters from chapters statewide. With only days to go before her graduation, Bella is looking forward to joining an Alpha Delta Kappa chapter of her own soon and has a goal of becoming a golden sister in the future.

Their shared sentiment? A resounding endorsement of the convention's benefits – from networking opportunities to personal and professional development. It's clear that the spirit of ADK is alive and thriving, leaving these future educators empowered and energized!

You Asked For IT!!!!

During the listening tours of AΔKCC members and alum, overwhelmingly YOU ALL ASKED FOR IT! You asked for FREE CLASSROOM RESOURCES for all areas. Well, guess what? Our current members are here to help! We are launching TODAY this resource library of ideas, lessons, units, and much more for your use. FREE! This online community is accessible to you as a current or alum member. This community is part of our CONNECT Communities for our members like you. Have a great resource yourself, add yours in the library too! Just log into your profile Lost your credentials, email and then follow this link: headquarters@alphadeltakappa.org https://connect.alphadeltakappa.org/home

Updates from our AΔKCC Clubs

By: Suzanne Maly, University Of Arizona Collegiate Club Sponsor

We are now 16 members strong with another student to be initiated in August when school resumes. Two of our members, Vanessa Matty and Hayley Motika just graduated with Education Degrees. Many of our students have part or full time jobs while attending full time at the university. I am so very proud of their dedication.

Our club finished the 23-24 school year with a March event where our two newest members were initiated. We discussed some ideas for altruistic events next year which will include our work at the local foster care center at Halloween and the December Holiday. With dedication from our Arizona Zeta sisters, we are very happy to be starting the Fall 2024 semester with a returning advisor, Professor Maria Orozco, and our new advisor from Arizona Psi Chapter, Chelsea Bruce, who is the Proposal Development Manager for the Astro-biology Center at U of A. In May, we had our end-of-year meeting with our Arizona Zeta Chapter and Club members. Our honored guests included local Southern Chapter Members, State Board Members and past International guests, CeCe Hall and Betty Jo Evers.

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