TNDKG
Tennessee State Organization
of the
Delta Kappa Gamma Society International
Key Women Educators
The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International is a professional honorary organization comprised of key women educators who are leading and impacting education worldwide. Established in 1929, DKG has continuously embodied the purposes set forth by our founders in order to improve opportunities for qualified women and advance the status of women educators.
Mission
To promote professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education.
Vision
Leading Women Educators Impacting Education Worldwide.
Purposes
The DKG founders left our organization with seven key purposes that guide our organization. Click here to see the Seven Purposes of DKG.
TNSO President
Sherrie Collins'
Message to Members:
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​Empower!
“If you’ve been blessed with a lot, you should pass it on.”
Dolly Parton has long been an inspiration to women everywhere. She faced challenges, overcame obstacles, and built an extraordinary career. But perhaps most inspiring is the way she used her success to uplift and empower others. She shared her resources and knowledge, supported education, opened doors of opportunity, and celebrated the successes of those around her.
Following Dolly’s example, we as DKG members can empower one another by sharing our knowledge, amplifying each other’s voices in our professional and personal lives, mentoring new members and educators, and celebrating each other’s accomplishments.
Empowerment is about more than recognizing what someone has already accomplished. It is about helping them see what they are capable of accomplishing next.
When we empower one another, we don’t just strengthen DKG—we create a legacy of women who lift, lead, and inspire others to move forward ever.
(Read more in the TN News…)
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Upcoming Dates
Inside International - November 3, 12:30 pm CST
Join through dkg.org: Events → Virtual Events Around DKG → Inside International for a monthly virtual conversation with international leaders and headquarters staff.
NEW
NEW
November 15, 2026 - Deadline for Treasurers to file Form 990N with IRS.
NEW
Chapter Yearbooks due to Michelle Steen, TNSO 1st VP
NEW
The yearbook template has been updated and is available to copy
in the President’s Handbook on our website.
Due December 15, 2026
Provided by the Tennessee Legislative Committee
Member Spotlight
