New Tax Requirements for Chapters this year: What the IRS says: “We will begin sending letters to small organizations explaining this new filing requirement … we are asking you to notify your subordinates about the e-Postcard filing requirement. Please direct your subordinates to our website, www.irs.gov/eo for more information.” This requirement will affect your 2007–2008 Annual Report. Look for the IRS link on the KDP Web site for your information. The site contains information about the e-Postcard filing requirements.

Chapter Leadership e-Training: We are pleased to announce the first in a series of chapter leadership trainings to be offered throughout the year. The first module will give an overview of the responsibilities required for officer positions and committees. This is a good opportunity for new Counselors, new officers, and members who are considering serving as officers to learn more about KDP and chapter management. Check with your Regional Consultant for the exact dates the training will be scheduled for your area.

New Initiate Forms and Cover Sheets: Take a look at the updated Initiate Forms and accompanying cover sheet, now available through the online KDP store. There’s a new membership option—members now can choose a two-year rate! The old forms may still be used through the end of the year, but will not allow members to choose a two-year membership.

Important, Timely Information for Counselors and officers: Want to know about Leadership Training, Initiation, Chapter and Officer Information such as chapter networking, counselor transition, new officer notification, or important news about the KDP Website that pertains to your chapter specifically? Click on the titles that interest you for additional helpful, information on each of these subjects that will assist you as you lead your chapters.

Virtual Training on the ACE Program: Join us Wednesday, March 12, at 5 p.m. (Eastern Time) for the first in a series of ACE virtual trainings. This one-hour 2007-2009 ACE Awards training will focus on what is new for this biennium. You will discover basic tips to begin the two-year process and have an opportunity to ask questions. Is your chapter ready to go for an ACE? Sign up now to reserve your spot. Please email karens@kdp.org with your name, e-mail, and phone number. Registration deadline: March 7. Coming in April: a discussion with the Ace of the ACE Chapter for 2005-2007, East Tennessee State University.

Important Web Portal Update: Have you heard the buzz about the upcoming Member Web Portal? We’re excited at HQ because this portal will create a simple connection between the KDP Web site and the information in the member database. Though it was projected to be set up in January and ready for to be used for spring initiations, the launch date has been extended to late spring due to the need for additional testing to ensure the best programming. You will be kept in the loop and notified when it’s time to schedule webinars and virtual training sessions. Printed instructions and manuals, especially for the initiation process will also be available. All chapters will continue to use the paper process for initiations for the remainder of this academic year. Direct any questions you have about the Member Web Portal to Kelly Skinner, Director of Membership at kellys@kdp.org.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve: Thank you for the many times you have given me the opportunity to serve you over the past 3 years. As of February 26, I will no longer be employed with Kappa Delta Pi. I will miss those I have come to know personally over the years, as well as those I looked forward to getting to know better. Continue making Kappa Delta Pi the great organization it is. I look forward to hearing great things from all of you. Good bye and God Bless, Francie Dottin, Executive Assistant to Chapter Services until February 26.