We here in Mexico are already enjoying the first signs of Spring as seen in the beautiful purple-flowered Jacaranda trees in the photo above. With this new season comes hope that we can soon warm ourselves with hugs and gatherings with family and friends; that the vaccines can reach more and more people; and that this pandemic can be controlled as quickly as possible.
We are grateful for so many great meetings with our Sisters in México and abroad via Zoom … one the biggest benefits that this pandemic has brought.
Horticultural Therapy - Theresa Rohaly, California Beta Omicron, gave us hope to expand our talents and altruism and to plant seeds, plants, flowers, and get involved in a sustainable action in our communities. I already have started my box of vegetables at home and have already enjoyed some cherry tomatoes. Thank you to Theresa for sharing the new therapeutic uses of nature in this most special get together.
Making a Better World Initiative-Promotes and recognizes members and chapters for their contributions to cross-cultural learning and relationships and for increasing awareness of and involvement in global issues. Add what you have done by March 1stdeadline. See the International website.
Altruism in Action-
April 30th Children’s Day Donations of Toys and Books Rural town of Jonacatepec, Morelos for 1,000 thousand migrant children. Pick up of your donations before April 15th. ¡Mil gracias! Together we can all make a difference.
Food and Milk - 20 boxes given to families in need. Thank you: Debby Elliott, The Rotary Club and Eta for their help. Do you know of others who need our help?
Bernardo and Domus Alipio -Gamma continues their monthly service and donation by Epsilon recently.
Word Understanding in Action-
Young Educators - Mexican and Hispanic young Sisters studying and living in the USA. We are proud of these young teachers and all they are facing to start their careers during these times. Congratulations: Karina Muñoz, International Teacher in Education (ITE) Scholar from Mexicali studying at Arizona State University, and Abby Reyes of the University of Arizona ADK Collegiate Club and to Shirley Brun, ITE Board Chair for ADK!
English/ Spanish Club – launched. Sisters enjoying their time with their teacher/ partners from the USA ( Colorado and Kansas) and Mexico. Well done everyone!!
Excellence in Education
*Storytelling for Teachers/ Leaders - February 24th Irene Quiti
*My Experiences with The Dual Language Program in North Carolina
and also Brief Therapy -March 11th Magdalena (Mac) Sanchez
*Special Education: Preparing for Co-Teaching- April 15th
Carlyn Lambert & Diane Sharples (USA)
*ADK Blog – Contributions always welcome.
*Social Media – Please follow us. Many sisters from abroad are connecting.
SAVE THE DATES
Chapter Meetings
- Eta - Wednesday, February 24th
- Gamma- Saturday, February 27rd
- Epsilon – Thursday, March 11th
Educational Symposium- International Convention
You can still send your proposals by March 1st.
“Empowering Teachers to Change the World” Lorraine Castañeda
“Promoting Altruism in the Community” Marli Camargo
Love,
Marli Camargo
National President Mexico: 2020-2022
Photo by Marli Camargo
