Share Your Success
The 1997-1998 District 3 Theme by Nancy Starr, DTM
1997-98 District Governor Our newly-elected International President, Len Jury, announced the 1997-1998 theme "The Thrill of Success". Indeed, success is the goal of every Toastmaster, and as we experience the program, we also experience success! In keeping with the President's theme, the District 3 theme is "Share Your Success". As each of us experience success towards a personal goal, we havethe opportunity to share our successes. Our mentors share the success of an ice-breaker speech. Your club shares your success as you complete your CTM or ATM program. Your club and fellow members share your success when you recruit a new member for your club, or volunteer to serve as clubofficer. From my experiences in this organization, I have had many people sharetheir successes with me - as mentors, as role models, and as leaders. Inturn, I have had the opportunity to share my successes, with new members,new leaders, and my clubs. This year, I wish to share my success with all of you. The focus for our team of District Leaders this year is to share our success and our experience by helping to make each club more successful. If each of you reach your personal goals, and your club's goals, then we will have stronger Areas and Divisions,and a successful District. We all share in your success! Focuson the activities that will make your club successful - keep meetings informational and interesting. Invite guests to your meetings. Ensure the club officers are trained and have clearly stated their goals for their term. Take a risk and accept a leadership position. Attend an area meetingor district conference - explore the opportunities!! Share what you'velearned with your club and your fellow members. Take pride in the contribution you have made to the success of others. Share your success!
Distinguished or Die Will your club be distinguished this year?? Your District Leadership so, but many of you are not sure what it means to have a Distinguished Club. Each year, your club is automatically enrolled in the DistinguishedClub Program through Toastmasters International. Club officers set goals for the year, and as they are accomplished, the club is recognizedby T.I as a distinguished club, and an award is presented at the Fall Conference.This past year, less than 1/2 of our clubs qualified as distinguished clubs. Set your sights now to become a Distinguished club for this year!! How does the program work? On July 1st, Toastmasters International categorizes each club based on the total number of members on record forthat date. TI keeps track of many of the activities of the members of the club,and awards points to that club. Points are awarded for CTM, ATM and DTM program completions, new member recruitment, participation in district leadership, and completion of other educational programs. In addition to earning points, clubs also receive ribbons for your banner for meeting the Distinguished Club Program goals. One major goal is to achieve or maintain a minimum membership base of 20 members. For those who start out with less than 20 members - don't be discouraged. If you can continue to recruit new members, your club will be recognized by TI and your district. We are planning several special events to recognize distinguished clubs!
Distinguished Club Porgram Details For details on the Distinguished Club Program, refer to the DCP manual sent to the President of your club. Your Area Governor will monitor your progress in the DCP program and will consult with your officers to see what the district can do to help your club meet its goals. Clubs mustcontinue to strive to be distinguished, or risk a slow death due to lack of growth!! Every member can make a difference - bring a friend, give a manual speech, attend TLI. Share your success and join us for a distinguished year!
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