1. The 2012-2014 Nominations Committee p resents “Nominations Know-How” Southeast: Orlando, Florida July 12, 2013, 1:00 PM Southwest: Branson, Missouri July 18, 2013, 2:45 PM Northeast: Portland, Maine July 25, 2013, 3:15 PM Northwest: Cheyenne, WyomingAugust 1, 2013, 10:00 AM Europe: Amsterdam, The Netherlands August 9, 2013, 11:00 AM

2. Focus Activity: Why Are We Here? What would you like to learn today? What are your expectations? Why do members want to serve at the international level? 2

3. Agenda—Discussion Questions 1.What are the elected positions for 2014? 2.What are three ways to be a nominee? 3.What is NEW for nominations? 4.What do members need to know to submit forms? 5.What questions are on the recommendation form? 6.What question is on the endorsement form? 7.What tips contribute to a “great” endorsement? 8.What are examples of “great” endorsements? 9.What happens after the committee receives the forms? 10.What are myths and more myths? 11.How can members contact the Nomination Committee members? 12.What are your questions? 3

4. The International Nominations Committee The International Nominations Committee is an elected body responsible for naming at least one nominee for each position on the Administrative Board, elected committees, and the Educational Foundation Board of Trustees. The primary consideration of the committee is to identify the best leadership available. 4

5. Elected Positions for 2014 President First Vice-President Second Vice-President Regional Directors Europe Northeast Northwest Southeast Southwest Area Representatives Canada Latin America Member-at-Large One member (2014-2018) Finance Committee Two members (2014-2018) Nominations Committee One member from each region (2014-2018) Educational Foundation Board of Trustees Two members (2014-2020) 5

6. Three Ways to Be a Nominee 1. A nominee selected by the International Nominations Committee 2.An individual, chapter, or state organization making an early decision to nominate a candidate from the floor may (1) present to the international president by December 1, in election years, the name, photograph, and brief summary of the proposed candidate’s qualifications for a selected office for publication in the January/February DKG NEWS and published on the Society Web site. The name of a proposed candidate must have previously been submitted to the Nominations Committee and [but] not selected for the current election. Standing Rule 8.081 d [ISR-14] 3. A member nominated from the floor of the Convention 6

7. What is NEW for 2014 Recommendation Form  New look  Addition of nominee’s statement  Addition of nominee’s input for biography Endorsement Form  New look  Suggestion of no more than five endorsements (professional and Society members)  Added question: Why would this person be successful? Use of Technology  Instructions, forms, and governing documents in four links  Secure site for committee members  Email to members not selected as nominee 7

8. Recommending a Nominee 1. Do your homework. Study the position in all the governing documents. 2. Review the four documents for nominations at www.dkg.org. 3. Complete a separate form for each position. 4. Choose endorsers with first-hand knowledge. 5. Submit forms with an electronic date (or postmark) on or before October 15, 2013. 8

9. Completing the Recommendation Form REQUIRED INFORMATION Please submit in the order listed. List most recent information first. Be concise, specific, and accurate. Delta Kappa Gamma Experience A.Chapter, State, International – types of participation – Positions of responsibility held – committees served on – workshops and programs presented – Other experience 9

10. B. Expertise and qualifications for this office C. Professional experience D. Educational background E. Community and organizational service The nominee will complete Section F and Section G. F. Nominee’s statement: Why do you want to serve in this position? Please limit your response to a maximum of 200 words. G. In the event that you are selected as nominee for this position, state the information that you would like included in your biography for publication; limit your response to a maximum of 100 words. Please understand that the wording may be changed for consistency with the other biographies for the web site and DKG NEWS. 10

11. Completing the Recommendation Form Questions to Explore Delta Kappa Gamma Experience 1.In what leadership roles did and do you serve? 2.What contributions and significant impact did you make as a result of this Society experience? 3.Did you streamline a process, start a new program, create a change, inspire others? What were the results of this accomplishment? Questions to Explore Expertise and Qualifications 1.Why do you consider that you are qualified for this position? 2.What are your leadership competencies, behaviors, knowledge, skills, abilities, passion, and past experience? 11

12. Completing the Recommendation Form Questions to Explore Professional Experience 1.What are your professional experiences? 2.What recognitions have you received, for example, awards for achievement, selection for promotion? 3.What special projects did you—or as part of a team— implement? What were the challenges and results? Questions to Explore Educational Background 1.What education and continuing education have you undertaken? 2.What certifications and additional training have you received? 12

13. Completing the Recommendation Form Questions to Explore—Community or Organizational Service 1.In what ways have you given service to other organizations and the community? 2.What have been the results of this service? 3.Did you implement or work with others on any new initiatives? If so, please give brief details. 13

14. Completing the Endorsement Form In what capacity have you worked with the nominee? Based on your personal and/or professional knowledge of this nominee, why do you think this person would be successful in this position? Include specific skills, strengths, and qualities the nominee would bring to this position. Please limit your response to a maximum of 200 words. 14

15. Writing a “Great” Endorsement 1.Read the questions on the endorsement form carefully. 2.Base the endorsement on your personal and/or professional knowledge of the nominee. 3.Make every word count, and limit your response to a maximum of 200 words. 4.Match leadership skills and experiences with the qualifications needed for the position. 5.Give at least one specific example that shows leadership ability. 6.Mention specific examples in describing leadership successes. 7.Edit for clarity, conciseness, and correctness. 15

16. A Sample of An Excellent Endorsement Martha Member has all the necessary qualities to serve successfully as International Member-at-Large: intelligent, creative, inclusive and warm. I have known Martha at all levels of the Society for nearly 15 years, and I have worked personally with her in many situations. In her previous positions at the international level, she has definite accomplishments that point to her excellence. She has been the chair of four international committees: Leadership Development – led the state organization presidents’ training at all five regional conferences; Program of Work – was the lead organizer and writer of 200+-page program manual; Professional Affairs – led Society focus on Mentoring by creating outstanding materials with her team; Communications – encouraged members at all levels to publicize their contributions to education and community by writing model press releases. In addition, she made significant contributions to other international committees on which she served. Because of these accomplishments, she is well known to and admired by members from throughout the Society. At the state organization level, she has served on and chaired several different committees including Legislation and By Laws. Currently, she is chapter president, having led revitalization efforts for her chapter. Clearly, Martha has the talent and experience to serve as an exceptional Member-at- Large. 16

17. A Sample of An Excellent Endorsement I have known Mary Member for over 20 years—initially as a colleague principal, then later as a community administrator. Within DKG, I know XX from my serving as a state president while she was executive secretary. I also observed her prowess as the chair of the state leadership committee. Mary Member is hard working, creative, self-motivated, dedicated; she is an active listener, a confident team player, and an excellent organizer. As a community administrator, she accomplished several community projects in local schools, including methods of organizing the education of increasing numbers of immigrant children. Now she is planning the budget and organizing a summer school for students who have not reached their educational goals. She shows a great ability to co-operate and to propose innovative solutions. As chair of the state organization leadership committee, she demonstrated how to organize and implement meetings, including the importance of accuracy and hard work. She is highly respected for her knowledge and expertise; numerous chapters seek her advice. At this year’s state organization conference, she lectured about leadership, giving practical advice underpinned by academic rationale. Based on the evidence above, I highly recommend Mary Member as a member of the International Leadership Committee. 17 Note: This sample is exactly 200 words.

18. After Receiving the Forms… The committee members will do the following: 1.Access the secure electronic site to review the forms. 2.Read all information for each nominee and assess—on an assessment instrument—each section of the recommendation and endorsement form. 3.Identify the most outstanding quality, experience, and achievement as they relate to the position. 4.Rank the top three nominees for each position with specific rationale for these choices. 5.Meet in Austin, Texas, beginning on Friday, October 25, 2013, to select at least one nominee for each of 20 positions. 6.Contact nominees on Sunday, October 27, 2013, by phone. Notify those members not selected by email following the meeting. 7.Publish the slate of nominees on the web site within three days following selection, and present the slate of nominees at the 2014 International Convention. 18

19. Myths and More Myths 1.Endorsements from a state organization are worth more than those from individual members. 2.Nominees with doctorate degrees are shown favor. 3.The Nominations Committee participates in the election process. 4.The Nominations Committee gives the names of nominees not selected to the international president for committee assignments. 5.The more conventions and conferences a nominee has attended, the more her nomination is weighted. 6.Use of the word “should” in the qualifications of nominees, such as “should have served as a state president,” means that the nominee must have met that criterion. 7.The more endorsements a nominee has, the better her chances. 8.Nominees must be nominated by other members. 19

20. Your Questions 20

21. Sample Frequently Asked Question What does "at least one nominee" mean as result of the 2010 Constitutional change? “At least one nominee” means that the Nominations Committee may recommend one or more nominees for a single office. The election at the international convention will determine who will serve in that position. 21

22. Mark Your Calendars! October 15, 2013 Nominees and endorsers must electronically date (or postmark) their forms no later than this date. October 27, 2013 Committee members will call nominees for elected positions. October 29, 2013 Committee members will email those nominees not selected. October 30, 2013 Committee members will post names of nominees on the web site. December 1, 2013 An individual, chapter, or state organization making an early decision to nominate a candidate from the floor may (1) present to the international president by December 1, [2013- 2014] in election years, the name, photograph, and brief summary of the proposed candidate’s qualifications for a selected office for publication in the January/February DKG NEWS and published on the Society Web site. 22

23. Evaluation 1.What did you find useful about today’s workshop? 2.What would you would have liked to discuss in more detail? 3.What does the Nomination Committee need to know—ideas, concerns, among others? 4.What additional comments do you have? 23

24. Front row, left to right: Dr. Margie Nowak (NW), Irene Kasai (SW), Diane Robinson (NE), Elaine Warwick (SE) Back row, left to right: Dr. Beverly Helms, liaison (SE), Dr. Morag Gundy (NE), Jill Foltz (SW), Dr. Elizabeth I. Tarner (SE), Rose Ann Moore (NW), Birgit Svensson (EUR), Kate York (EUR) 24 Thank you for attending!