Retiree Benefits
As a KDP member, you receive…

Print Publications   Learn How

Free subscription to Kappa Delta Pi Record, a double-blind, peer-refereed quarterly journal, a $20 value;

Discounted subscription to the scholarly journal The Educational Forum (33% discount) or New Teacher Advocate; and

Variety of Professional Books.

Electronic Publications

Monthly e-newsletter, KDP News where you find updates on benefits and services, member spotlights and kudos, quick links to timely information and resources, and insights from various KDP leaders—a connection to your KDP network; and

Monthly e-newsletter, Solutions, whichincludes links to current research reports, Education in the News, and recommended Web sites in Resource Roundup.

Resources

Teacher Hotline, where you may serve on a response team of nationally recognized educators that answers questions confidentially 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (you choose length of participation);

Online Discussion Boards connecting you with teachers of all levels and subject areas around the country where you can communicate with other retirees or help answer questions and concerns of other educators’ posts;

Online Teaching Resources with hundreds of ideas, lesson plans, and resource links in various content areas and grade levels to which you may add resources or use in your retirement educational pursuits;

Podcasts by experts on today’s hottest topics in education, including presentations by KDP Laureates, the Society’s honored and renowned educators;

Education in the News, a collection of executive summaries of top news stories from across the country and updated weekly; and

Online archived issues of KDP print publications to keep current and informed during your days away from the classroom.

Scholarship and Grants


Opportunity to apply for grants to cover membership fees for financial hardship.
Awards and Recognition

Long-term member acknowledgement, beginning at 10 years. Be recognized for your longevity as a member of KDP;

KDP Recognition page for sharing your personal and professional successes Online; and

Community

Connection with other members through social networking on Facebook and LinkedIn Web sites;

Participate in virtual presentations and idea sharing through e-Chapter Webinars, covering various topics in the field of education; and

Connection with other members through a Professional/Alumni Chapter or informal, professional learning communities like Chalk Talk Café.

Professional Development

Professional development and networking opportunities at local, regional, and national meetings;

Give back, reinforce your commitment to education, and revitalize your knowledge by serving as a mentor; and

Organized international travel programs through EF Tours.

Discounts

50% discount as a retiree on KDP membership fee;

Discounts on car rentals, mobile phones, Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft stores, Choice Hotels, Half Price Books, and 1-800-flowers;

Discounted rates on insurance plans, including life, medical, auto, and homeowners; and

25% discount on registration to the national biennial Convocation, the leading conference for educators at all levels of the profession. Present in professional development workshops, listen to leaders in the field of education, meet students and teachers from across the country, and be celebrated for your role in education!