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Greetings From Your District Director!
As you are aware, we are navigating uncharted waters with social distancing and the unsettling events happening in our country. Fortunately, we are doing an awesome job staying on track with our Toastmasters goals and our commitment to excellence.
The 2020-21 leadership team is excited to support our members and clubs as we advance our personal growth in Pathways to emerge as better speakers and leaders. Whether we continue virtually, or transition back to in-person meetings, we are committed to making your Toastmasters experience awesome! Because we have embraced the virtual meeting component, I have been ahead of my co-workers due to the skills I have developed from Zoom. This was a benefit we couldn’t have anticipated, and we have done an amazing job with all we have accomplished through this unprecedented time. Thankfully, we have Toastmasters to learn new skills and practice them in a safe environment.
My vision for 2020-21 is to see every member and every club operate with excellence and awesomeness. I challenge each one of you to do one thing you can look back and say, ‘Wow that was awesome!’ Even if one thing is giving your first speech, doing your first evaluation, completing your first path, or mentoring a new member, challenge yourself to awesomeness.
It is an honor and pleasure to serve as your District Director for the 2020-2021 Toastmasters Year. Thank you for your support, trust, and encouragement by joining me in making this the Year of Awesomeness in District 44![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1600628631166{background-color: #004165 !important;}”]Stay the Course and Set Sail with Us!
One of the best things we can do in times of uncertainty is to focus on what we can control. Our personal growth is one of those things, and we have the ability to do so in Toastmasters.
Now is your time to invest in your effective communication and leadership skills. Toastmasters International renewal portal is now open. Send your personal growth investment to your club treasurer and continue your commitment to improving vital skills for these new times.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]
Extra! Extra!!
- Renew 8 Memberships by Sept. 15, 2020 $25*
- Renew ALL Memberships by Sept. 15, 2020 $50*
- Renew 8 ANNUAL (Full-Year) Memberships by Sept. 30, 2020 $50**
- Smedley Award Add 5 New, Reinstated, Dual Memberships by Sept 30, 2020
- Receive Ribbon from TI plus 10% next order from TI website
- 5-7 Members $25*
- 8-9 Members $35*
- 10 Members $50*
*Club Investment Bucks **First 50 Clubs
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Is your club a Quality Club?
Perhaps you aren’t sure. Toastmasters International offers the Moments of Truth (MOT) from the Successful Club Series. As a club, you want to make sure your new and prospective members’ have a positive interaction with your club. As with everything in Toastmasters, the MOT is an evaluation guide to see if the club is delivering quality service and outstanding member experiences. This year we are offering a new incentive. We are calling it the Moments of Awesomeness. Clubs must submit two Moments of Truth in the 2020-2021 Toastmasters Year.
The first submission is due by September 30th.
The second submission is due by February 28th.
In this virtual world, you can use Google Forms, Survey Monkey, or your own form.
Submissions should be sent to recognitionchair@d44toastmasters.org
〉 Moments of Truth Resources
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Club Officers,
Keep your club in good standing by submitting all member renewals on or before October 1.
To submit online through Club Central:
- Log in and select the Submit Payment option
- Select the members you wish to pay for by adding them to your cart
- Enter your credit card or debit card information
- Follow the prompts to process your payment
Please remember for a club to remain in good standing that eight members is the minimum requirement— at least three of whom must be renewing members from the previous membership period. Club officers are responsible for collecting and submitting member renewal payments in April and October. Please visit the Renewal Dues FAQ for more information.
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Your Presence is required at the Fall Virtual Meeting on Saturday September 19.2020 from 9 am – 11 am. Please register using the link below.
Per Toastmasters International bylaws, policies and protocols, we must conduct a virtual business meeting in the Fall to approve the district budget, approve appointments made by the district director, and present required reports.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1600629016853{padding-top: 10px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;background-color: #a9b2b1 !important;}”]
Claude Payton, DTM 1921-2020
Claude Payton passed away at the age of 99. He joined Toastmasters in the mid-1960s, achieved the Distinguished Toastmaster award, was a Presidential Citation recipient in 1990, and remained an active Toastmaster until a couple of years ago. He is Toastmasters icon in middle-Georgia and a beloved mentor to many of our members.
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William R. ‘Bill’ Truitt, DTM 1938-2020
William R. ‘Bill’ Truitt passed away on August 6, 2020 at the age of 82. He was a Toastmaster for 53 years and an active member of Powder Springs Toasters and West Cobb Toastmasters. Distinguished Toastmaster Truitt manufactured speech timing lights for new clubs and was a mentor to many members.
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text]Are you a writer with Toastmasters knowledge, experience, and creativity? Share your inspiration with our District! Send Ajaye Hopper, DTM, PRM your blog at prm@d44toastmasters.org[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”7105″ img_size=”medium”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text]Share your story, news, announcements, and toast-imonials with your Public Relations Manager, Ajaye Hopper, DTM at prm@d44toastmasters.org[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_single_image image=”7067″ img_size=”medium”][/vc_column][/vc_row]