About us: National History
The National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Incorporated is a professional organization of women in the field of education. The three-point program - Y.E.S., which stands for Youth, Education and Service, is the foundation of the organization. As a national educators’ sorority we have accepted the challenge and responsibility of molding and shaping the lives of youth in various communities throughout the world. We have dedicated our professional services to carrying the torch of enlightenment everywhere.
As a professional organization of well-trained and effective educators in all components of the learning spectrum, the National Sorority of Phi Delta Kappa, Inc. is dedicated to training youth and adults to develop and enhance those skills, abilities, attitudes and ethics that will prepare them to function successfully in a democratic society. Education is the vehicle by which they can pursue their dreams, discover new vistas, seek self-actualization and achieve extraordinary accomplishments.
Regional History
MIDWEST REGION Established
TIFFANY PRITCHETT, Midwestern Regional Director
States includes:
Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin
Midwest
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Chapter Officers
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Y.E.S. Program - Education
THE EDUCATION COMPONENT CONSISTS OF:
SCHOLARSHIP
NSPDK, INC. awards a $6,000 scholarship to a male and a female graduating senior in each of the five regions (East, Southeast, Midwest, Southwest, and Far West). Annually, the Sorority presents over $100,000 in scholarships inclusive of those awarded by regions and chapters, including Kappa Omicron Tau members may apply for a $1,000 and sorority members matriculating in an accredited doctoral program are eligible to apply for a $1,000 scholarship awarded by the Perpetual Scholarship Foundation.
TEACH-A-RAMA
It is designed to acquaint teachers, parents, students and the community with various aspects and issues in education. A Teach-A-Rama may be presented in the form of an educational forum, workshops, seminars, lectures, courses, etc.
EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION
It focuses on the provisions of meaningful learning experiences for pre-school children that will improve their readiness for school and subsequent scholastic achievement.
LITERACY
The umbrella of Literacy includes academic skills centers that supplement classroom work by providing opportunities to enhance proficiency in such areas as reading, math, language arts, science, social studies, technology and African American History.
COMMISSION ON CIVIL RIGHTS AND EDUCATION
It focuses on matters and issues involving education and the civil rights of children, youth, adults, teachers and professionals in education.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP TRAINING
It focuses on educational and sororal leadership training to meet the goals of the Sorority, administrative roles of committee members and officers; members’ roles, and all components of the Y.E.S. Program.
Y.E.S. Program - Youth
Chapters are committed to sponsoring a variety of community activities that will enable and inspire the youth to attain high ethical, educational, moral, and social standards. Students receive life skills support, academic assistance, test-taking procedures, study skills, tutoring, cultural enrichment and socialization training. Chapters with a KOT are committed to offering a variety of experiences that will enable the college guidance group to become competent, dedicated and effective educators. The chapter provides guidance, career counseling, community service opportunities, educational advice and training in leadership skills for female college students. All interested candidates must display good moral character and maintain at least a “C+” grade point average.
THE YOUTH COMPONENT CONSISTS OF:
It is a guidance group for female youth in grades 9 through 12.
It is a guidance group for male youth in grades 9 through 12.
KOT is a college guidance group for females pursuing a degree in education.
HUB PARENTS
They are the mothers, fathers, guardians, and other relatives of the Xinos and Kudos who volunteer to assist sorority members with the supervision and implementation of the Xinos and Kudos activities.
Education
NSPDK engages and supports several efforts to grow our community. Events such as Read Across NSPDK, Teach O-Rama, Walk for Education and Early Childhood.
