GAMMA NUS
April 2023 - Volume 83 - Issue 9
April Meeting Information
Location: Sheila C. Liles Early Learning Academy
Thursday, Apr 13, 2023, 05:30 PM
Sheila C. Liles Early Learning Academy, West Cedar Bayou Lynchburg Road, Baytown, TX, USA
Refreshments Team: Brenda Gongora (chair), Erica Smith, Faith Smith-Chew, Adela Pirzadeh, Betty Baca, Billie Brinkley, Carolyn Topfer, Julia Retz, and Mercedes Paul
Raffle Team: Roseanna Henrichsen (chair), Sandra Bell, Tricia Times, Barbara Culp, Amy Mullins, Cara Munn, Kathy Clausen, Laura Pledger, Leah Henry, and Malikka Williams
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President's Message
Gamma Nu Sisters,
We had a great turn out at Stuart Career Tech HS in March. The refreshment committee was able to spotlight the culinary arts department with some sweet treats that were delicious! Kelley Start provided an extremely informative presentation and tour of the campus, and I was in awe of the opportunities available to the students in GCCISD. Our last business meeting of the year will be at Liles Early Learning Academy, and I know we are all going to be amazed with not only the facility, but also the experiences provided for 4 year-olds! I look forward to seeing everyone April 13th.
Thanks for all you do,
Kristi Warren, Gamma Nu President
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Meeting Minutes and Treasurer's Reports
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March Meeting Pictures
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Bay Area Relay for Life
Friday, Apr 14, 2023, 06:00 PM
Wayne Gray Sports Complex, East Road, Baytown, TX, USA
We have surpassed our $1,000 goal with a current total of $1,133 raised for the Bay Area Relay for Life! That means we are well on our way to surpassing last year’s record total of $1,501, so let’s don’t stop now! WITH YOUR HELP, WE CAN DO IT!
If you haven’t ordered your luminaries yet, please do so ASAP and let’s set a new record for the Gamma Nu Luminary Club in support of the fight against cancer!
Click this link for luminary instructions: Relay for Life Luminary Instructions
Membership Scholarship
Our chapter awards 2 $300 scholarships each year. The purpose of the local scholarship is to aid outstanding women educators in pursuing graduate study, professional development, or personal growth and study. Any active chapter member is eligible.
Click this link to access the application: Gamma Nu Member Scholarship Application
Return applications to Nancy Bonds on or before Monday, May 1, 2023.
Founders' Banquet
Location: Floyds Mont Belvieu
Thursday, May 11, 2023, 05:30 PM
Floyds Mont Belvieu - Seafood, Steaks, and More, Interstate 10 East, Baytown, TX, USA
Dinner is $28. The menu will include a house salad, garlic bread, iced tea, and dessert along with a choice of:
- Little Lafayette Platter - 1 catfish, 2 fried shrimp, hushpuppies, and chicken & rice jambalaya
- Blackened Chicken Breast with dirty rice and seasonal vegetables
- Lemon Creole Salmon with mashed potatoes
Please send payment to Mona Bonds. Venmo @Mona-Bonds or mail a check to Mona. Checks must be made out to Gamma Nu.
Mona Bonds
436 S. Burnett Dr.
Baytown, TX 77520
Gamma Nu Dues
Active Members - $85 & Reserve Members - $27
You may pay by cash or check at the April meeting or by mail, to:
Mona Bonds
436 S Burnett Drive
Baytown, TX 77520
Checks must be made out to Gamma Nu.
You may also pay using Venmo @Mona-Bonds.
Convention & Conference Information
- State Convention in McAllen: June 14-17
- The convention webpage can be found here: 94th TSO Convention 2023
- International Conferences:
- Detroit, Michigan: July 11-16
- Phoenix, Arizona: July 18-22
- Tampere, Finland: July 26-29
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Red Roses
Pat Thomas for keeping everyone updated on the progress of the Gamma Nu Luminaria Club.
Pam Ansley for being asked to serve on the TSO Achievement Award committee for 2023-2025. This is the committee that selects TSO Achievement Award and Golden Rose recipients.
Karen Stephens and her team for providing refreshments at the March meeting.
Mary Jane Ethridge and her team for providing raffle items at the March meeting.
Thoughts of Others
Please keep Margaret Ehlig in your thoughts and prayers as she continues with chemotherapy.
Kathy Littlefield's mother-in-law, Norma, passed away on Saturday, March 25. She lived her 97 years to the fullest always putting her Lord and savior first. The visitation will be at Navarre Funeral Home on Friday, March 31, at 10:00 a.m. The funeral will begin at 11:30 a.m.
Chapter Information
Gamma Nu Chapter 85, Area III
Texas State Organization
Delta Kappa Gamma Society International
Webmaster - Margaret Ehlig
Email: gammanusletter@gmail.com
Website: https://gammanutexas.weebly.com
Location: Baytown, TX, USA
Vision Statement: Leading Women Educators Impacting Education Worldwide