Photo Gallery
Back-to-School Breakfast - August 2023
Monica O'Brien received a retirement gift from Gamma Nu at the August Breakfast.
Texas State Organization 94th Annual Convention - June 2023
Gamma Nu member Pam Ansley attended the TSO 94th Annual Convention in McAllen, Texas. Pictured here with Pam (from left to right) are the Texas Leadership Seminar Class of 1997, Ethelyn Bosarge (Iota Rho), and Kathryn Wright (Epsilon Psi).
Founders' Banquet - May 2023
Member Scholarship Winners
April 2023 Meeting
March 2023 Meeting
February 2023 Scholarship Auction
January 2023 Joint Meeting with Epsilon Psi
December 2022
A Storybook Christmas
Students from San Jacinto Elementary and Travis Elementary accepted a book from Gamma Nu and Epsilon Psi Chapters of Delta Kappa Gamma. The two chapters delivered a book to every first grade student in Baytown, Highlands, and Mont Belvieu on December 13 as part of our "A Storybook Christmas" project.
Christmas Social
Gamma Nu's Christmas Social included a progressive dinner, Christmas caroling in the neighborhood, and ornament exchange.
November 2022
New Member Induction
Seven new members were inducted into Gamma Nu at our November meeting. On the front row (from left to right) are Julie Wylie, Amber Wheeler, Malikka Williams, Mercedes Paul, Melanie Joseph, Imelda Lerma, and Melissa Marr.
September 2022
September Meeting at Peter Highland Center
Dr. Tricia Times gave Gamma Nu members a tour of the Peter Highland Center, including the indoor and outdoor daycare areas.
August 2022
Treats for Teachers
During the week of August 22, Gamma Nu members took treats to teachers and staff members at schools in Baytown and Highlands. Click on a picture to enlarge it.
Gamma Nu's August Breakfast
Congratulations to Pam Ansley on receiving the Chapter Achievent Award at the August Breakfast!
At our August meeting, Gamma Nu members enjoyed a delightful breakfast while hearing about all the exciting programs planned for this year! Click on a picture to enlarge it.
March 2022
Gamma Nu members enjoyed some St. Patrick's Day fun as well as a report from the Global Awareness Committee at our March meeting.
February 2022
At Gamma Nu's February auction meeting, we raised over $2,000 for grants and scholarships.
January 2022
At January's meeting, Jessica Rogers (left photo with Brenda Gongora and Nancy Bonds) was awarded a $300 grant-in-aid to purchase headphones for her students. Jessica is a Special Ed inclusion co-teacher at Lee High School. Pictured in the photo on the right are Kristi Warren and Jennifer Marcontell, an Edward Jones financial advisor. Jennifer spoke on the topic of "Our Journey to Financial Freedom: It’s Never too Early to Plan for Retirement!"
December 2021
Storybook Christmas
Every first and second grader in Goose Creek CISD, Barbers Hill ISD, and local private schools received a book during Gamma Nu's and Epsilon Psi's "Storybook Christmas" event.
November 2021
Induction of New Members
Six new members were inducted into the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International at Gamma Nu's November meeting. From left: Amy Henderson, Dana Cadelari, Annalissa Garcia, Jody Holzaepfel, Michelle Jackson, and Kristal Ramos.
October 2021
At Gamma Nu's October meeting, Adrienne Tesar, Principal of the Early Learning Academy,
gave members an update on the exciting new pre-k program in Goose Creek CISD.
gave members an update on the exciting new pre-k program in Goose Creek CISD.
September 2021
Greater Houston Area Coordinating Council Luncheon
Gamma Nu President Nancy Bonds (left) and member Pam Ansley (right) attended the
Greater Houston Area Coordinating Council Luncheon in September to welcome the
new Delta Kappa Gamma Texas State Organization President Shalan Inmon (middle).
Greater Houston Area Coordinating Council Luncheon in September to welcome the
new Delta Kappa Gamma Texas State Organization President Shalan Inmon (middle).
August 2021
Treats for Teachers
Gamma Nu members took "Welcome Back to School" treats to all teachers and staff members of every Goose Creek CISD school and some private schools in Baytown and Highlands.
Gamma Nu and Epsilon Psi Breakfast Meeting
Gamma Nu and Epsilon Psi chapters met together recently for a breakfast honoring our Delta Kappa Gamma Society International founders. Pictured above (from left) are Nancy Bonds, Gamma Nu President, Barbara Coon, Area 3 Coordinator, and Kristin Davis, Epsilon Psi President.
President Nancy Bonds (left) was awarded the Chapter Achievement Award at Gamma Nu's August meeting. First Vice President Kristi Warren, President Nancy Bonds, and Corresponding Secretary Terri Cooper pose for a picture at the breakfast.
The August joint breakfast meeting with Epsilon Psi was a great success!
July 2021
Kristi Warren delivered more books to the Little Free Libraries that Gamma Nu has supported.
April 2021
Karen Thomas and Pat Thomas show off their cookie decorating skills that they practiced
during our April Gamma Nu meeting.
during our April Gamma Nu meeting.
February 2021
These are some of the many items that were donated by Gamma Nu members
for our auction to raise money for scholarships.
for our auction to raise money for scholarships.
December 2020
President Nancy Bonds presented checks from Gamma Nu to Analisa Garcia of Clark Elementary (left) and Diana Torres of Harlem Elementary. They were chosen as recipients of this year's Early Educator Grants.
November 2020
Oscar the Grouch made an appearance at the November meeting during the singing of
The Covid-19 Blues Song.
The Covid-19 Blues Song.
At Gamma Nu's November meeting, seven new members were installed. They include Amy Gibson,
Amy Mullins, Blanca Capetillo, Cara Munn, Kelley Start, Melania Dominguez, and Tricia Times.
Amy Mullins, Blanca Capetillo, Cara Munn, Kelley Start, Melania Dominguez, and Tricia Times.
October 2020
At Gamma Nu's October meeting, Kevyn Bieschke (left), a nurse at Houston Methodist Baytown Hospital, was the guest speaker. First Vice President Kristi Warren (center) interviewed Kevyn, and President Nancy Bonds led the virtual meeting. Kevyn is the sister of Gamma Nu member Kendall David.
March 2020
Gamma Nu had some special guests at our March meeting. Matt Bollinger, GCCISD's Executive Director of Strategic Planning and Innovation, spoke about the upcoming plans for new schools and other projects. He is pictured here with Gamma Nu's President Elect Nancy Bonds. Also attending the meeting were GCCISD Superintendent Randall O'Brien and School Board Member Richard Clem. They are pictured with Gamma Nu President Brenda Gongora.
February 2020
Mary Jane Ethridge exclaimed, "Sold!" to Nancy Bonds at Gamma Nu's
annual auction at the February meeting.
annual auction at the February meeting.
January 2020
Immediate Past President Faith Smith-Chew and President Brenda Gongora presented checks
to Early Educator Grant recipients, Lindsey Kreft and Maria Torres at the January meeting.
to Early Educator Grant recipients, Lindsey Kreft and Maria Torres at the January meeting.
December 2019
First Grade students at San Jacinto Elementary and Clark Elementary received a copy of
Snowmen at Night during this year's "A Storybook Christmas" event. Every First Grader
in Baytown and Barber's Hill received a book. This is a joint project of Epsilon Psi and Gamma Nu.
Snowmen at Night during this year's "A Storybook Christmas" event. Every First Grader
in Baytown and Barber's Hill received a book. This is a joint project of Epsilon Psi and Gamma Nu.
Gamma Nu member Katherine George was recognized for being a
Delta Kappa Gamma member for 50 years!
Delta Kappa Gamma member for 50 years!
In December, Gamma Nu members went Christmas caroling at two area nursing homes.
We also welcomed two additional members: Kendall David and Monica O'Brien.
We also welcomed two additional members: Kendall David and Monica O'Brien.
November 2019
In November, Gamma Nu welcomed our new members:
Rose Bennett, Sally Capetillo, Paula Ellis, and Terri Cooper.
Rose Bennett, Sally Capetillo, Paula Ellis, and Terri Cooper.
October 2019
During our October meeting, Gamma Nu members packed up books to take to several
"Little Libraries" in the Baytown area. This project is being funded by a grant we
received from Delta Kappa Gamma. Pictured (from left) are Leah Henry,
Faith Smith-Chew, Natalie Gomez-Salazar, and Lilia Crow.
"Little Libraries" in the Baytown area. This project is being funded by a grant we
received from Delta Kappa Gamma. Pictured (from left) are Leah Henry,
Faith Smith-Chew, Natalie Gomez-Salazar, and Lilia Crow.
September 2019
Kenneth Hockless of the Baytown Police Department spoke with Gamma Nu members
about Personal Safety at our September meeting.
Pictured are Officer Hockless and Second Vice President Nancy Bonds.
about Personal Safety at our September meeting.
Pictured are Officer Hockless and Second Vice President Nancy Bonds.
August 2019
Members of Gamma Nu and Epsilon Psi met for a joint Founders' Day Breakfast in August.
Gamma Nu President Brenda Gongora and Second Vice President Nancy Bonds presented this year's
Chapter Achievement Award to First Vice President Adela Pirzadeh (center) at our Back-to-School Breakfast.
Chapter Achievement Award to First Vice President Adela Pirzadeh (center) at our Back-to-School Breakfast.
Gamma Nu members took Welcome Back treats to teachers and staff at area schools
during the second week of classes.
during the second week of classes.
April 2019
Gamma Nu President Brenda Gongora poses with author Julie Cantrell
who spoke at the April meeting about her book, Perennials.
who spoke at the April meeting about her book, Perennials.
March 2019
Holly Murray and Allison Henderson (center left and right) of Beauty Will Rise spoke to Gamma Nu members at our March meeting. Beauty Will Rise is an organization which is dedicated to educating the general public, police, and medical professionals and to bringing prevention awareness to youth about the signs and dangers of human trafficking.
January 2019
Gamma Nu gave Early Educator Grants to Victoria Nelson of DeZavala Elementary
and Melania Dominguez of San Jacinto Elementary.
and Melania Dominguez of San Jacinto Elementary.
December 2018
Gamma Nu members sang Christmas carols at area senior facilities as part of our December meeting.
Lisa Jaime, first grade teacher at San Jacinto Elementary, passed out books to all her students as part of "A Storybook Christmas." Gamma Nu and Epsilon Psi chapters give a book to every first grader in Baytown and Barber's Hill every year in December.
November 2018
Gamma Nu installed our newest initiates at the November meeting. From left:
D'Ann Haberman, Wanetta Steed, LeaAnn Gardner, Maria Cienfuegos, and Kaitlin Burks.
D'Ann Haberman, Wanetta Steed, LeaAnn Gardner, Maria Cienfuegos, and Kaitlin Burks.
Present and former members of Epsilon Psi and Gamma Nu gathered for a reunion of friends and colleagues. The night included a presentation honoring two of GCCISD's illustrious educators and administrators from the past, Sandra Duree and Jay Stailey. Click on a picture to enlarge it.
The "Capes of Courage" were delivered.
October 2018
Gamma Nu members sewed "Capes of Courage" to give to counselors at area schools, Head Start, and a homeless shelter.
September 2018
Brenda Hastings-Gongora spent time with author Kathy L. Murphy, and Pam Ansley and Brenda Clem presented at the Area III Workshop on September 29.
August 2018
Back to School Breakfast
Treats for Teachers - Gamma Nu members took treats to teachers and staff at area schools.
Brenda, Adela, and Karen passed out welcome bags at GCCISD New Teacher Orientation.
July 2018
Delta Kappa Gamma Society International Convention in Austin, Texas
June 2018
Texas State Organization Convention
April 2018
Installation of Gamma Nu officers for the 2018-2020 Biennium
Conserving Monarch Butterflies and Meeting the TSO President
March 2018
Etiquette Class
February 2018
Gamma Nu Auction
January 2018
Early Educator Grants
December 2017
Christmas Caroling at an Area Nursing Home
November 2017
New Member Installation
October 2017
Learning to Knit and to Quilt
August 2017
Back-to-School Breakfast
June 2017
TSO Convention
May 2017
Member Scholarships
Founders Banquet
April 2017
A Trip to Cuba
February 2017
Early Educator Grants
Gamma Nu Auction
October 2016
Chapter Achievement Award 2016
Treats for Teachers 2016
August 2016 - Back-to-School Breakfast
June 2016 - DKG TSO Convention
March 2016 - Gamma Nu Fashion Show
February 2016 - Fundraising Auction
January 2016 - Joint Meeting with Epsilon Psi
At the January meeting, Paul Fagala of Wild Birds Unlimited in Houston
presented a program on attracting birds to our backyard.
presented a program on attracting birds to our backyard.
Early Educator Grant Recipients, Ann Garrett and Candace Southall,
were congratulated by President Karen Stephens and
Scholarship Committee Chair, Pam Ansley.
were congratulated by President Karen Stephens and
Scholarship Committee Chair, Pam Ansley.
A Storybook Christmas, December 2015
Wynona Montgomery gives out books to first grade students for
"A Storybook Christmas," one of Gamma Nu's projects.
"A Storybook Christmas," one of Gamma Nu's projects.
December 2015
November 2015
October 2015
September 2015
Congratulations to Barbara Culp who was chosen to receive this year's Chapter Achievement Award.
At September's meeting, Baytown Mayor Stephen DonCarlos gave members an insight into our city's future.
At September's meeting, Baytown Mayor Stephen DonCarlos gave members an insight into our city's future.
August 2015 - Treats for Teachers and Staff
Gamma Nu members took treats to Goose Creek schools during the first week of school.
August Breakfast 2015
Summer 2015
Gamma Nu members Wynona Montgomery, Karen Stephens, Adela Pirzadeh, Yolanda Irby-Smith,
and Kay Hill attended the 86th annual Texas State Organization Convention in San Antonio in June.
Kay and Wynona also attended the Southwest Regional Conference in Wichita, Kansas in July.
and Kay Hill attended the 86th annual Texas State Organization Convention in San Antonio in June.
Kay and Wynona also attended the Southwest Regional Conference in Wichita, Kansas in July.
May 2015
Gamma Nu hosted Epsilon Psi for the 2015 Founders' Banquet
in May at The Monument Inn. The theme for this year's banquet was "In Her Shoes."
At the banquet, it was announced that Dee Wilson and Mallory Lindon are this year's
local scholarship recipients.
in May at The Monument Inn. The theme for this year's banquet was "In Her Shoes."
At the banquet, it was announced that Dee Wilson and Mallory Lindon are this year's
local scholarship recipients.
Founders' Banquet
April 2015
Madrid native Soledad Harding-Concejero displayed her Flamenco dress as
Brenda Gongora told about her trip to Spain.
Brenda Gongora told about her trip to Spain.
March 2015
Gamma Nu members met at Sterling Municipal Library in March
where we received a private tour led by Jamie Eustace, City Librarian.
where we received a private tour led by Jamie Eustace, City Librarian.
February 2015
February Fundraising Auction
January 2015
At the January meeting, member Melissa Botkin was honored for recently earning a doctorate.
Gamma Nu also awarded Early Educator Grants to Crystal Garcia and Michelle Stav.
Gamma Nu also awarded Early Educator Grants to Crystal Garcia and Michelle Stav.
December 2014
New Gamma Nu members received their membership pins at the December meeting.
Travita Godfrey poses for a picture with Dee Wilson
after she was initiated at the December meeting.
after she was initiated at the December meeting.
November 2014
Gamma Nu welcomed five new members at the November meeting.
From left are Kathy Nelson, Nancy Bonds, President Karen Stephens,
Christine Beck, Betty Baca, and Mallory Lindon.
From left are Kathy Nelson, Nancy Bonds, President Karen Stephens,
Christine Beck, Betty Baca, and Mallory Lindon.
October 2014
September 2014
Gamma Nu members dressed in red, white, and blue for the September 11
meeting in honor of the men, women, and children who died on this date in 2001.
meeting in honor of the men, women, and children who died on this date in 2001.
September - Area 3 Workshop
August 2014 - Treats for Teachers
August 2014 - Back-to-School Birthday Breakfast
June 2014 - TSO Convention
May 2014 - Founders Banquet
April 2014 - Installation of Officers for the New Biennium
March 2014 - Zumba
February 2014 - Auction
January 2014 - Joint Meeting with Epsilon Psi
November 2013 - Initiation of New Members
October 2013
September 2013
Back to School Treats for Teachers
August Breakfast 2013
February Auction
January Joint Meeting with Epsilon Psi
December Meeting and Cookie Exchange
Initiation of New Members, November
New Member Orientation, October
October Meeting
Spotted Around Town, October
Summer 2012
Area 3 Workshop, September
Gamma Nu members share a meal with Epsilon Psi members after the workshop.
Treats for Teachers -
Gamma Nu Welcomes Teachers Back to School
August Back-to-School Breakfast 2012
Texas State Convention
Las Colinas in Irving
Gamma Nu receives the Presidential Award for Chapter Excellence again!
Can you spot Kathy?
Travel Possibilities, April
"Give me Five"
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Fund Raising Auction, February
Joint Meeting with Epsilon Psi, January
A Storybook Christmas Auction, Travis Elementary, November
New Member Orientation, October
GHACC Luncheon, October
GHACC Reception, October
Catherine Reid, Mary Ann Waldon, Kay Hill, Kathy Littlefield, President Joanne Davis, Margaret Ehlig, and Karen Stephens enjoy visiting at the Houston Racquet Club.
Line Dancing with Robert and Carolyn, September
Treats for Teachers, August
August Back-to-School Breakfast 2011
July New Members' Coffee
Southwest Regional Conference, Denver, Colorado, July
Wynona and Kay represented Texas at the conference by posting and carrying the flag.
Texas State Organization 82nd Convention, McAllen, Texas, June
Chapter presidents proudly show their PACE certificates.
Gamma Nu also received the Exemplary Yearbook and Five Star Newsletter
awards as well as the Annie.
Gamma Nu also received the Exemplary Yearbook and Five Star Newsletter
awards as well as the Annie.
Gamma Nu sisters met up with Carolyn, Epsilon Psi member, at the Cultural Street Fair at the convention.
May Founders' Day Banquet
Participants in the "Symbols of Delta Kappa Gamma" program