Delta Kappa Gamma promotes professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. Formed in 1929, its Founders believed that an organization of women teachers, selected from among the best in the profession and united by common purposes, would have an opportunity for rendering real service to education.
Organized at the local, state organization and international levels, The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International
* Offers educationally sound, relevant programs that enhance individuals’ professionalism and the quality of community life.
* Recognizes and celebrates achievements of women educators.
* Offers opportunities to enhance leadership development at local, regional and international levels.
* Funds support to members seeking educational advancement and diverse learning opportunities.
* Advocates for educational excellence through its projects and activities.
* Presents innovative professional development opportunities for all educators.
* Gives financial support to outstanding educational/community projects and to women students outside the United States and Canada pursuing professional careers.
* Supports international networking across all fields and levels of education.
* Provides members with fellowship, friendship and support.
* Offers mentors to women educators, providing mutual support and interaction in all educational fields and at all levels.
The nurturing environment of the Society encourages all members to grow and reach the highest levels of professional and personal accomplishments their many unique talents allow. Members are committed to fulfilling their potential for greatness, for creativity, for leadership and for service through varied programs of action.
