News & Announcements
September 7, 2021
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Dear Toastmasters of District 3,
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We are pleased to bring you the following news and announcements for the month of September. This newsletter is for you and for sharing with your fellow club members. We encourage you to check out https://aztoastmasters.org/members/ for events, training, incentives and programs.
Also, follow us on social media for the latest news.
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Our goal is to Rise Up to build successful clubs and grow membership. Renewing and bringing in new members all add up to membership growth and the building of successful clubs.
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For more information, contact:
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Clubs of District 3 – Rise Up and renew 75% of your club members by September 10, 2021, and the first 20 clubs achieving this goal will select a prize valued at about $50 from
the Incentive List.
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Continue to Rise Up and renew 100% of your club members by September 23, 2021, and the first 20 clubs achieving this goal will select a prize valued at about $100 from the Incentive List.
The clubs eligible to select a prize will be notified after October 1, 2021. If a club achieves both 75% and 100% goals, the club may only select from one of the prize categories.
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Toastmasters International dues renewal deadline is September 30, 2021
Collect Member Dues Soon – Semi-annual dues are $45 for 6 months, October 1, 2021 through March 30, 2022. Contact your club Treasurer or another club officer to submit
Toastmasters International dues payments. Club dues for club operations are separate and collected by the club. Continue enjoying all the benefits of Toastmasters, including Pathways, and all the reasons you joined. Renew today!
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Smedley Membership Building Campaign ends September 30, 2021
This campaign honors Ralph Smedley, founder of Toastmasters, and is one of three annual campaigns (Smedley, Talk Up Toastmasters, Beat the Clock) that help build Toastmasters club membership. When your club adds five new, reinstated, or dual members to your club by September 30, your club will earn a special Smedley Membership Building ribbon to display with your club banner. PLUS, you will receive a 10% discount on your next club order from the Toastmasters Store (discount code will expire 6 months from date of issue and may not be combined with any other
offer).
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Rise Up to Member Promise
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Have you brought guests to your club meetings as part of the Toastmasters Promise? Have your guests experienced the benefits of membership and joined the club?
Remember to send the new member application with the sponsor section filled out to cgd@aztoastmasters.org no later than September 30, 2021, and your new member will receive a Toastmasters member pin.
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PAY IT FORWARD Visitation Program
Updated for 2021-2022
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Open Houses, Anniversaries, Club Contests and other advertised events
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Conduct special events (open houses, club anniversaries, club contests, other events) throughout the 2021-2022 year and your club may be eligible for a customizable
Toastmasters gift pack worth about $100. Clubs that meet weekly must conduct 6 special events, clubs meeting bi-monthly must conduct 3 special events, and clubs meeting monthly must conduct 2 special events.
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The first 20 clubs that complete the requirements and submit details to cgd@aztoastmasters.org before June 1, 2022 will be eligible for a gift pack. All special events must be held before June 1, 2022. For complete details
visit:
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SEPTEMBER LUNCH & LEARN WEBINARS
Mark it on your calendar – make it a lunch date!
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The District 3 Lunch & Learn webinar series offers a FREE sociable, collaborative way to polish our communication and leadership skills. This is a great way to foster a culture of learning and sharing knowledge based
on others’ expertise. The Lunch & Learn sessions are informal meetings held over lunchtime where members receive training on various skills, professional and leadership development, and other topics for communication. These sessions are open to all Toastmasters in a relaxed and a collaborative learning environment that encourages solid leadership and communication tools to add to your professional toolbox. Read below for September session details.
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District 3 Training presents
Lunch & Learn Webinars
2nd & 4th Fridays
11:30-12:30 MST (AZ)
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Lunch & Learn webinar videos are available for viewing anytime!
Click HERE to visit the District
3 YouTube channel and find the Lunch & Learn playlist, ready for viewing past sessions. Sessions available now are:
- “I Hear You but I’m Not Listening” presented by Bettie Covington
- “Learn to Speak to Your Audience” presented by Steve Feld
- "The Impact of Core Values" presented by Randy Casarez
Check the Lunch & Learn playlist for the latest releases!
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YOUR PATH TO DTM – Education Webinar
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Presented by Alicia Hills
September 28, 2021 from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm MST (AZ)
Learn how you can become part of the 1% of Toastmasters who achieve the distinction of Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM). Alicia Hills will cover how to navigate and customize your options; such as how to activate your DTM project, ideas for HPL (High Performance Leadership) projects, serving as club sponsor or conducting a Speechcraft or Youth Leadership Program, and serving as a club sponsor or
coach.
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Learn the differences between the programs, projects and roles, how to get involved, and how to customize your journey with Alicia Hills.
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Currently tackling two paths: Effective Coaching and Dynamic Leadership, Alicia Hills is serving as the D3 DTM Chair for the 2021-2022 Toastmasters year. While working to realize the DTM title for herself, she is excited to help others fulfill this dream too. A Toastmaster since 2016, Alicia Hills attained Competent Leader (CL) and Competent Communicator (CC) awards, served as an area director (2019-2020), and
a division director (2020-2021). Alicia relishes opportunities to connect with other Toastmasters across the district. Let her know how she can help you!
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CALL FOR CLUB COACHES & MORE
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Effective July 1, 2021, coaches can also earn district leader credit, one of the requirements to achieve DTM status. [Ref: August 19, 2021 Toastmasters International email to Club Officers, see attached PDF file]. To receive district leader credit, a club coach must help the club achieve Distinguished status or
higher and reach a minimum of 20 paid members. The coach must serve a minimum of six months.Â
RISE UP and become a Club Coach!
As a club coach, you have the opportunity to build membership, help struggling clubs, and this year you can earn district leader credit, one requirement towards achieving DTM status. For more information: contact your club officer or cgd@aztoastmasters.org.
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DISTRICT 3 SPEAKERS BUREAU
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Introducing your Division Directors for 2021-2022
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Promote your special event on the District 3 Event Calendar. Visit the district website and calendar to learn about other events and
training opportunities.
Here's a quick look ahead:
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- 9/8 Speakers Bureau MORE INFO
- 9/10 Lunch & Learn: Secrets of a Winning Team MORE
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- 9/10 Blue Humorous Competition Auditions MORE INFO
- 9/11 Donuts with the District Director (Tucson)Â MORE
INFO
- 9/14 Open House: Platinum Toastmasters MORE INFO
- 9/18 District Council Meeting (virtual)Â MORE INFO
- 9/20 Showtime’s Power Hour MORE INFO
- 9/22 Speakers Bureau MORE INFO
- 9/24 Lunch & Learn: To Be Announced
- 9/28 Your Path to DTM – education webinar MORE INFO
- 9/29 “Better Evaluating” Special Program by Kyle Hall MORE
INFO
- 9/30 Final Day for Semi-Annual Dues
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Check out other events and training opportunities by
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Your 2021-2022Â District Leadership Trio
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District Director David Hopper, DTM
Program Quality Director Karen Hewitt, DTM
Club Growth Director DJ Reed, DTM
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Join:Â Facebook members group
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Listen: Grand Canyon Echoes podcast
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