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International Convention
from June 2021 KAPPAN
REGISTRATION is CLOSED
All attendees should check the International Convention webpage for updates.
Once registered all attendees will be able to attend as much of the convention as they wish. After the convention, the Convention recordings will be available on the Alpha Delta Kappa website for paid participants.
Accessing the International Convention
Everyone registered for our virtual International Convention will receive an email prior to the convention that will provide a link to our customized web portal. This link will also be located on the International Convention webpage on our website.
Bookmark the link for easy access each day. Once you click the link you will arrive at our convention home. Here you will find links to your personalized itinerary for the entire convention as well as other events of the convention. No links to find on your desktop or in your email. Easy-Peasy! Enjoy!
Memorial Service
All members, CC members, ITE students, A∆KA members and family members of our Omega sisters will have access to attend the Memorial Service. The link you will need will be found on the International Convention webpage on our website.
International Officer Election Results can be found in the June 1 edition of the International Convention Guidebook.
ALL MEMBERS VOTE NOW!
Voting for our International World Understanding Projects is open June 1 – 30. Every member of Alpha Delta Kappa may participate in this decision. This link is located on the International Convention webpage on our website.
Convention Delegates
Comment block #2 for our proposed International Bylaws amendments and resolutions is open June 4-12. All comments will be posted on the website beginning June 15. Voting for all proposed International Bylaws amendments and resolutions will be open June 15-30. The results will be announced during the virtual International Convention.
It’s Not Too Late to Donate!
Donate to the DSACT Down Syndrome of Central Texas, the International Convention Altruistic Project, Alpha Delta Kappa or the Alpha Delta Kappa Foundation or other International altruistic projects: https://www.alphadeltakappa.org/ADK/Foundation/Donations/ ADK/Foundation/Donations.aspx
Save the Dates:
While we won’t be in Austin in 2021 … Dust your boots off and join your A∆K sisters in Austin, July 10 – 15, 2025!
In the meantime… plan to join us for the 2023 International Convention in Kansas City to celebrate A∆K’s 75th Anniversary - July 12-16, 2023
The Evening of Entertainment is a tradition at the International conventions. The virtual entertainment on Thursday, July 15 at 7 p.m. (EDT) is Jeff and Rhiannon’s Dueling Piano show. Proceeds from the evening and a portion of each convention registration will be donated to the Foundation. Dueling Pianos Show is an all-request, live-streaming, interactive rock ‘n’ roll show playing songs from the 1950’s to today’s hits. The audience is encouraged to clap-a-long, sing-a-long and dance-along. Reviews say the show will leave you laughing, singing and cheering for more.
The audience will have an additional opportunity to donate to the Foundation by submitting requests for songs. Participants may submit requests live with donations to the Foundation via PayPal or credit card. Requests will be announced on the air when the song is performed. An example might be, “$20 for Infinite Possibility from Judy in Richmond, VA.” Get to the top of the playlist when you donate with your request. What an easy and fun way to support the A∆K Foundation and its many programs.
The Foundation benefits members through scholarships and grants. It has funded the ITE program and has made major donations to International altruistic projects.
Tentative Schedule
All times in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT)
Monday, July 5
8:30 AM – 6:00 PM EDT REGIONAL MEMBERSHIP
SEMINARS
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM EDT
Northeast Region 9:00 AM – 11:30 AM EDT Southeast Region 10:00 AM – 12:00 NOON EDT North Central Region 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM EDT Gulf Region 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT South Central Region 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT Southwest Region 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT Northwest Region
Tuesday-Friday, July 6- 9 EDUCATIONAL SYMPOSIUM LEARNING SESSIONS
Tuesday, July 6 EDUCATIONAL SYMPOSIUM LEARNING SESSIONS
12 NOON – 6:00 PM EDT Diversity and Inclusion Pathway Learning Sessions
Wednesday, July 7 EDUCATIONAL SYMPOSIUM LEARNING SESSIONS
12 NOON – 6:00 PM EDT Learning Pathway Learning Sessions
Thursday, July 8 EDUCATIONAL SYMPOSIUM LEARNING SESSIONS
12 NOON – 6:00 PM EDT Leading Pathway Learning Sessions
Friday, July 9
EDUCATIONAL SYMPOSIUM LEARNING SESSIONS
12 NOON – 6:00 PM EDT Sisterhood Pathway Learning Sessions
Monday, July 12 PRE-CONVENTION MEETINGS
12:00 NOON – 2:00 PM EDT International Executive Board Meeting 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM EDT Assistant Sergeants-at-Arms Meeting 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM EDT Regional Mentors’ Meetings (7) 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT International Chapter Meeting 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM EDT First Timers’ Welcome 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT ICP Meeting (S/P/N 3 P’s + Membership Consultants)
Tuesday, July 13
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM EDT OPENING SESSION S/P/N Leadership Recognition 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM EDT FIRST BUSINESS SESSION World Understanding Keynote Speaker - Avril Benoit
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM EDT Little Wigs
Wednesday, July 14
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT SECOND BUSINESS SESSION Election Results Executive Board & Strategic Plan Report Membership Report Foundation Report 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT REGIONAL CELEBRATIONS
Thursday, July 15 A∆K’s EDUCATIONAL SYMPOSIUM “OPENING” SESSION
Being Bold: Empowered Pathways to Learning, Leadership, Sisterhood, and Diversity
1:00 PM – 3:00 PM EDT OPENING A∆KCC Student Presentation Presentation of International Excellence in Education Award ITE Scholar Presentation 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM EDT KEYNOTE SPEAKER Dr. Bertice Berry
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EDT EVENING OF ENTERTAINMENT Dueling Pianos (interactive) with Foundation Trustees’ prelude
Friday, July 16
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT MEMORIAL SERVICE (open to ALL MEMBERS, family and friends)
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT THIRD BUSINESS SESSION KEYNOTE SPEAKER – Mary Anne Radmacher Fine Arts Board Report/Presentations International Altruistic Projects St. Jude Report Recognition of International Standing Committees A∆KA Update Invitation to Kansas City in 2023 Courtesy Resolution
7:00 PM
INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS
Among the StArS International President’s Address
The International Executive Board is pleased to announce the election of Mary Ann Gerdes, Nebraska Epsilon as a Four-Year Member of the International Executive Board of Alpha Delta Kappa. Her term will begin at the close of the 2021 International Convention.
Mary Ann Gerdes
S/P/N and Chapter: Nebraska Epsilon Year Initiated: 1998 International Conventions attended: 2019, 2017, 2015, 2013, 2011, 2009 Regional Conferences attended: 2020, 2018, 2016, 2014, 2012, 2008 Chapter President: 2008-2010 Nebraska Epsilon State President: 2014-2016 Nebraska Leadership Experience International Level: International Membership Committee Member, 2019- 2021; International Vice President North Central Region, 2017-2019; International Choir Member, 2013; Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms, 2013; International Choir member, 2011; Assistant Sergeant-at-
Arms, 2011 Leadership Experience Regional Level: North Central Region Membership Consultant, 2019-2021;
North Central Region Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms, 2016; North Central Region Workshop presenter, 2016; Choir Member 2016; North Central Region Excellence in Education Committee Member, 2012;
Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms, 2012; Choir member, 2012 Leadership Experience State/Provincial/National Level: Nebraska Parliamentarian, 2020-2022;
Nebraska Immediate Past State President, 2016-2018; Nebraska State President, 2014-2016; Nebraska
State President-Elect, 2012-2014; Nebraska President of the Council of Chapter Presidents, 2010-2012 Non-ADK organizations, officers and/or honors: P.E.O. Chapter Treasurer 2020-Present, Delegate to
State Convention; Order of the Eastern Star, 1980-present; Worthy Matron, 2005, 2004, 1991; Associate Matron, 2003, 2002, 1990; Treasurer, 1982, 1981; Conductress, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015; Associate Conductress, 2012, 2010, 2009, 1988; Sentinel, 2006, 1994; Warder, 1987; Esther, 2006, 1986; Secretary,1984, and 1983, Present; Grand Representative to Mississippi 2006-2007; Beta Sigma
Phi, 1969-present; President, 2013 - 2016, President 2009; Wood River Education Association, Nebraska
Education Association, NEA, 2004-2014; Wood River School District, 2004—2014; NSEA New Leader
Institute Member, 2006; WREA President, 2007-2008; Chief Negotiator, 2009-2014; Negotiating member, 2007-2008; Third City Christian Church Charter Member-Present; Sunday School Teacher, Present;
Praise Team Leader, 2004-Present; Courtesy Chairman 2004-Present
From Debby Stubing
It was an honor to be elected to the Alpha Delta Kappa International Executive Board; however, due to an unexpected health scare, it is necessary that I submit my resignation for the Board position. The International Executive Board has accepted Debby’s resignation from the Board and wishes her good health. The International Executive Board has accepted, with regret, a letter from Paula Davis, West Virginia Xi, withdrawing her application for the office of Alpha Delta Kappa International President-Elect.
LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Members Prepared To Lead
Through the A∆K Leadership Academy, sisters are discovering their leadership strengths and developing new skills as they continue on their personal and professional leadership journeys. Angelina Barela, CO Gamma, said, “I knew the academy would not only help me become more of a leader in my chapter, but would also help me in my leadership positions at work.”
The academy began with participants using StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath to assess and identify their top five leadership strengths which were then categorized into four domains of team strength: executing, influencing, relationship building and strategic thinking. Allison Stone, TX Zeta Zeta, said, “I wasn’t surprised by my top five strengths, but I was surprised that so many were in the same category.” Emily Castillo, VA Gamma Chi, said, “I was very surprised by my top strength, harmony, as I saw analytical strengths more in the classroom. But, after thinking back to my childhood, growing up with four older sisters, it makes sense that I learned to be a middle and help resolve conflicts.” Sisters agreed that they learned more about themselves through this activity.
Participants explored ten core leadership skills consistently possessed by great leaders according to www.ccl.org: communicator, courageous, delegator, empathic, grateful, influencer, integrity, learner, self-aware and respect. Sisters compared these skills with their strengths and considered integrating them into their leadership styles.
“The Leadership Challenge” by Kouzes and Posner shared five practices of exemplary leadership: model the way, inspire a shared vision, challenge the process, enable others to act, and encourage the heart. Studies have found that when leaders are at their personal best, they follow these five practices. Sisters reflected on these practices and how they might include them in their leadership roles.
Participants were paired with a mentor. These A∆K leaders shared their definitions of mentoring. Robin Miller, TX Gamma Nu, said, “Mentoring entails teaching, guiding, listening and coaching.” Nancy Harrison, AZ Iota, said, “Mentors offer guidance, encouragement, motivation and inspiration.” Carol Johnson, TX Beta Omicron, said, “A mentor gives direction but never commands to follow, assists with trouble but never takes over and leads, and walks beside, not ahead.” Ellen Roderick, MD Beta, defined mentoring as, “Teaching, training, coaching, and above all else, it is a very special relationship in which both grow and thrive beyond their wildest dreams.”
Article by Bev Card, Charlene Lauria and Su Wade, International Executive Board Leadership Development Committee
Author, Lecturer is Keynote Speaker
Entertainer, lecturer and comedian Bertice Berry will be the keynote speaker on July 15. Dr. Berry is known as “a speaker with a comic edge and a comedian with a serious message.” She uses humor to discuss such important topics as racism and sexism. As the author of several fiction and nonfiction books, her most recent is Jim & Louella’s Homemade Heart-Fix Remedy. Her television show, The Bertice Berry Show, was nationally syndicated.
Dr. Berry is a graduate of the University of Jacksonville, FL. Her doctorate in sociology is from Kent State where she taught sociology and statistics for several years. Dr. Berry lives in San Diego, CA and is active in the community working with at-risk youth.
Avril Benoit, the Executive Director of Doctors Without Borders, will be the World Understanding speaker and will address the convention at the opening session on July 13. Mary Ann Radmacher, writer, artist and motivational speaker, will give the keynote address on July 16.
The Fabulous Food of Texas
It is so hard to know where to begin when talking about the different foods of Texas. Texans are proud of all things Texas, especially our home-grown products. Some of these include in the Austin area include Coopers, Franklin’s, The Salt Lick and The County Line. Tex-Mex runs a close second to BBQ in Texas. The term Dr Pepper, Pace Picante, Blue Bell Ice Cream and Whataburger. Dr Pepper was first bottled in Waco, TX in 1885. True Texans refer to all soft drinks as “coke”, not soda or pop. If we order a “coke”, chances are we really want a Dr Pepper (Note: it is not a typo, there is no period behind Dr). Pace Picante has been manufactured in Paris, TX since 1947. It was developed by David Pace who first used the word “picante” to describe his salsa. Blue Bell Ice Cream has been made in a “Little Creamery” in Brenham, TX for over 100 years. It began in 1907 in Brenham as a way to use extra cream from local dairy farmers. Originally, they produced both ice cream and butter. In the Texas State President mid-20th century, they stopped producing butter Betsy Ruckman holding and concentrated on ice cream and are we glad they a slice of the Lemon did. Whataburger began in Corpus Christi in 1950 Meringue Pie at the and is known for its distinct orange-and-whitestriped roofs. When it first opened, customers could Blue Bonnet Café in Marble Falls, TX. buy a burger for 25 cents. The goal was to make a better burger that took 2 hands to hold and when you bit into it you would exclaim, “What a burger!”
The number one food in Texas has to be BBQ. History has it that BBQ in Texas began with community celebrations. Trenches were dug and wood was burned down to coals; then grates were placed on top, and the meat from local farmers was cooked. It was then put on tables and shared with the community. When most Texans think of BBQ, they think of brisket, pork ribs and sausage as the three meat “Holy Trinity”. The flavors of Texas BBQ vary depending on the part of the state. Central Texas is saltier, where East Texas is sweeter. No matter which taste is more to your liking, you must try some BBQ when in Texas. Favorite BBQ restaurants “Tex-Mex” wasn’t created to describe the cuisine. It was first used as an abbreviated name for the Texas Mexican Railway that began operating in South Texas in 1877. The term was later used to describe Tejanos and later still, the term spread to Tejano cuisine. The most notable difference between Tex-Mex and Mexican food is the difference in the ingredients used. One of the definite marks of Tex-Mex is the use of yellow cheese. Food historians say that Tex-Mex cuisine originated hundreds of years ago when Spanish/Mexican recipes combined with Anglo fare. Tex-Mex, as we Americans know it today, is a 20th century phenomenon. Dictionaries and food history sources confirm that first printed evidence of the term Tex-Mex occurred in the 1940s. Fajitas, nachos and chili con queso were created in Texas. Some local favorite Tex-Mex restaurants in Austin are Chuy’s, Matt’s El Rancho, Z’Tejas and Habaneros Mexican Café. We couldn’t write an article about Texas food without giving you some recipes. Ann Hudson, former International President and SCR IVP provided us with a recipe for Pineapple Salad she has made for over fifty years. Paula O’Neill, Past International Chaplain and SCR IVP shared her mother’s recipe for Vanilla Custard Ice Cream, enjoyed every Fourth of July and still a family favorite, especially with fresh peaches in the summer. We have also included the recipe for Lemon Meringue Pie from the Blue Bonnet Café in Marble Falls, TX. The Blue Bonnet has been serving fabulous meals and desserts since 1929. President Judy visited the Blue Bonnet during a site visit to Austin in January 2020 and loved the Lemon Meringue Pie. The restaurant was gracious enough to share the recipe (see page 30).
Pineapple Salad (Ann Hudson)
1 #202 can (8 oz.) pineapple slices (the short squatty can). ½ cup sugar 1 Tbsp flour 1 beaten egg
Finely shredded Cheddar cheese
Drain the juice from the pineapple into a sauce pan. Add the sugar, flour and egg. Heat and stir until thick. Cut the pineapple rings into chunks and pour the sauce over them. Mix and put into refrigerator until cold (overnight works well). Top with finely shredded cheese before serving. Helen’s Vanilla Custard Ice Cream (Paula O’Neill)
Scald 8 cups of whole milk. Mix together: 1/3 cup flour and 3 cups white sugar Mix together the milk with flour/sugar combination. Beat together 6 eggs.
Pour a bit of the thickened milk into the eggs to temper them, then add this mixture to the milk mixture. Stir constantly over low heat until the mixture coats a spoon. Remove from heat and add 1 tablespoon of vanilla and 1 pint of heavy cream. Freeze in an ice cream maker. Mashed peaches may be added to make Peaches and Cream.
Anyone for a Bowl of Chili?
When you think of Texas and food what comes to mind? Tex-Mex dishes and chili, of course. Although we won’t be going to Texas until 2025, we thought you’d enjoy trying chili recipes from some places outside the USA where our members savor their own recipes. Happy cooking!
Rajas con Crema (Marli Carmago, Mexico President) 3 poblanos chilies 1/2 onion sliced 1 small can of corn grains (kernels) 1/2 cup of evaporated milk 200 ml (6-7 oz) of cream 1 tbsp chicken concentrate (Knorr Switzerland) very little salt (since Swiss Knorr has salt) and pepper ½ butter bar
Roast the chilies in the direct fire of the stove without letting them burn; leave it sweat in a plastic bag for a few minutes. Once roasted, sweat and peeled, cut them into small slices in a frying pan, melt the butter, sauté the onion slices (eyes on the onion) until they take transparent color, add the chili slices and the corn, let cook for three minutes. Add the milk and evaporate a little; add the cream and mix everything. Season (balance) with salt and pepper to taste. Eat with tortillas.
It is delicious!
Canadian Maple Turkey Chili (Mary Johnson ON Psi)
1 tsp vegetable oil 6 slices bacon chopped 1 onion finely chopped 1 lb lean ground turkey 10 mushrooms sliced 2 celery stalks finely chopped 1 large tomato chopped 1/2 green bell pepper finely chopped 1/2 red bell pepper finely chopped 1 can sodium-reduced condensed tomato soup 1 can baked beans in tomato sauce 2 cups mixed beans drained and rinsed 1 cup carrots chopped 2 tbsp pure maple syrup 1 tbsp chili powder 1 tbsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper 1 cup frozen corn kernels thawed 1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add bacon and cook, stirring for 3 to 5 minutes or until slightly crisp. Drain all but 1 tbsp (15 mL) fat from pan. 2. Add onion and sauté 3 to 5 minutes or until tender and translucent. Add turkey and cook, breaking up with the back of a wooden spoon, for 5 to 7 minutes or until no longer pink inside. Transfer to slow cooker stoneware. 3. Stir in mushrooms, celery, tomato, green pepper, red pepper, soup, baked beans, mixed beans, carrots, maple syrup, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper and cayenne. 4. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours or on HIGH for 4 to 5 hours, until bubbling. Stir in corn and cook for 20 minutes.
Chili Con Carne Recipe
(Heather Lindsay, ON Tau, Canada)
6 strips bacon 2 medium onions sliced thin 1-3 cloves garlic minced (to taste) 2 lb lean ground beef
Two 15 oz cans kidney beans (drained) 3½ cups canned tomatoes 2 stalks of celery chopped 1 red pepper seeded & chopped 3 tbsp tomato paste 1-3 tbsp chili powder (to taste. I use 3 Tbsp.) ¾ tsp oregano 1 tsp salt black pepper to taste cayenne pepper or cajun seasoning (to taste, or omit)
Fry bacon until crisp in a heavy pan. Remove, crumble and set aside. Cook onions and garlic in bacon fat until onions are yellow. Add ground beef and cook until well browned, breaking apart with a wooden spoon. Add remaining ingredients and crumbled bacon; cover tightly and simmer for 30 minutes. Serve very hot in deep bowls. Serves 6-8.
Heather likes to serve this with red wine, garlic bread and Caesar salad.
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Puerto Rican Chili (Mariann Villafane)
1 lb ground beef Goya Adobo with Pepper 2 tbsp olive oil ¾ cup diced onion ½ cup diced green pepper 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced 1½ tbsp chili powder 2 tsp cumin or to taste ½ tsp oregano ½ can Goya Tomato Sauce 1 rounded tbsp Goya Recaito 1 packet Sazón Goya with culantro & achiote 1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes ½ cup water 1 packet Goya Powdered Beef Bouillon 1 can (15.5 oz.) Goya Small Red Beans, undrained
Season meat with Adobo. Set aside. In a skillet, heat oil on medium. Stir in onion, pepper and garlic and cook until onion is translucent, about 10 minutes. Add meat and cook until browned. Drain excess oil. Stir in chili powder, cumin and oregano. Cook for 3 minutes, stirring often. Stir in tomato sauce, Recaito, Sazón, diced tomatoes, water and bouillon, and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in beans and simmer for 10 minutes or until it reaches desired consistency. Cajun Chili (Shannon Lorenzo-Rivero, TN Chi)
1 (13 oz pkg) beef smoked sausage sliced ¼ cup olive oil 1 lb. chicken breast can of diced tomatoes and chopped onion 2 cups no-salt chicken broth or stock 2 (16 oz) cans each of Bush’s Best Chili Beans and kidney beans drained 1 can Ro-tel tomatoes with green chilies 2 Tbsp. Cajun seasoning or more if you like it spicy
Slice sausage and cook in oil for 3-4 mins. Remove sausage from pan.
Bake chicken breast at 350 degrees until done. Shred with fork. Add to pan along with tomatoes, onion and Ro-tel. Stir the broth slowly into the pan. Add sausage and remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 30 minutes until chili has thickened. Serve with green onions and sour cream.
Let us know your favorite!
Blue Bonnet’s Lemon Meringue Pie
1 and ½ cups sugar 3 eggs 3 T. cornstarch 2 T. butter or margarine 3 T. flour ½ tsp. finely shredded lemon peel
Dash of salt 1/3 cup lemon juice
1 ½ cups water Meringue for pie
Prepare and roll out pastry. Line a 9-inch pie plate, trim pastry to 1/2 inch beyond edge of the pie plate. Flute edge; prick pastry. Bake in 450-degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool.
For Filling: In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, cornstarch, flour and salt. Gradually stir in water. Cook and stir over medium-high heat until thickened and bubbly. Reduce heat; cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from heat. Separate egg yolks from whites; set aside whites for meringue. Beat egg yolks slightly. Stir about 1 cup of the hot mixture into the beaten yolks. Return mixture to saucepan. Bring mixture to gentle boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes more. Remove from heat. Stir in butter or margarine and lemon peel. Gradually stir in lemon juice, mixing well. Turn filling into baked pastry shell. Make meringue for pie using the reserved egg whites. Spread meringue over hot filling; seal to edge. Bake in a 350-degree oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden. Cool completely before serving. For Lemon Cream Pie top with whipped cream instead of meringue.
