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Toastmasters District 22 in Kansas & Western Missouri
Spring 2009 District 22 Conference Edition
Hearts   
Courage to Conquer
Cyndra Melville
The President is Coming!  The President is Coming! 
 
By Cyndra Melville, DTM 
District 22 Governor
 
District 22 is honored by International President Jana Barnhill's visit to our Spring Conference April 17 and 18.
 
You don't want to miss meeting her and hearing her presentations.  She is everything rolled into one; polished speaker, dynamic, energetic, knowledgeable and just about every other positive adjective that you can think of.
 
We have important business at the DEC and Council meetings.  We will be voting for District Officers and realignment of clubs within the District.
 
We always have fun when we get together.  Join in.
 
 Jana Barnhill
Guest of Honor
Toastmasters International President
Jana Barnhill, DTM, AS

 
A Toastmaster for 24 years, International President Jana Barnhill is an Accredited Speaker.  She has twice competed in the World Championship of Public Speaking, placing second in 1996 and third in 1993.
 
Opening Educational Session
"Be My Guest...Be Your Best!" 
 
Do you have goals and dreams you want to accomplish?  Why settle for mediocre, even good, when you can be great - even the best?  It just takes a little courage. 
 
In this lively presentation, Jana Barnhill will show you how you can achieve your Personal Best, your Club Best and your District Best!
 
Luncheon Keynote
"Courage to the Core"
 
Are you aware that Toastmasters International has a set of core values? 
 
In this keynote speech, International President Jana Barnhill will share what these core values are, how they relate to every member, club and district and the courage it takes to put them into practice.
 
Afternoon Session
"The Courage to Conquer the Future or ...
Not Your Granddaddies Toastmasters Anymore"
 
This session at 3:15 p.m. is open to all Toastmasters. You are encouraged to attend this overview of the Toastmasters International Governance Reshaping Project.  Organizational changes will be voted on at the 2009 International Convention. 
 
Toastmasters is not the same organization it was 35 years ago.  Today, there are a quarter million members in over 90 countries. 
 
International President Jana Barnhill will share what the future will look like and how it will help every member, club and district get the most out of their Toastmasters experience.
 
Rob ChristesonEducation Session
Rob Christeson, ACG ALB
 
"The Club ADVANTAGE"
 
As a LEADER in your Toastmasters Club, you can...
  • Attract guests to your club...and get them to come back!
  • Make your members eager to attend your next meeting.

Find out how to leverage the ADVANTAGE - for yourself and your club.
 
Rob Christeson is currently Division A Governor and has 10 years experience training, coaching and mentoring LEADERS. 
 
Rob is a member of Boeing Achievers Club and McConnell Tanker Talkers.

 
Lois HargerEducation Session
Lois Harger, DTM
 
"Right Brained Speech Writing"
 
Learn how mind mapping can help in organizing your speeches.
 
A Toastmaster since 1993, Lois continues to hone her speaking skills by repeating the Competent Communication manual regularly. As District 22 Governor, she led the District to Select Distinguished status and #7 in the world. She was named Toastmaster of the Year at the 2008 Fall Conference. 
 
Lois is a member of Bluejacket, Olathe Sunrise Speakers and the Masters advanced club.

Bob BarnhillEducation Session
Robert Barnhill, DTM, AS
 
"Your Club: It's more than a meeting"
 
The club is the heart of the Toastmasters' program.  How well our clubs operate determines whether Toastmasters gives its members what they joined to receive.  Don't you deserve the best from Toastmasters?  Attend this session to learn what it takes to make your club dynamic.
 
Robert Barnhill was the 1996-97 President for Toastmasters International.  He is an Accredited Speaker and currently works as an attorney, certified public accountant and certified financial planner.

TALKRS

 
 
 
 
 
Pick Up Your TALKRS Prize!
 
By Annette Rude, DTM
Lt. Governor Education and Training
 
This year's 20 new members Tour season will come to an end with the Spring Conference.  You will receive one more stamp for your Tour Card when you attend the conference.
 
You can also redeem your Tour Card for prizes at the conference.  Bring your card to conference and look for the TALKRS Tour station near registration.  If you have the stickers and no Tour Card, we will have extra's available.  The station will be open on Saturday morning during registration.  Check your program for times.
 
To make sure that we have the prize that you hope to receive, please email me at annette.rude.d22@sbcglobal.net (if you haven't already) with a brief note as to how many stamps you expect to submit.  If you have 8 stamps, also tell me which manual would like to have.
 
The possible prizes are listed on the card:
·         Toastmasters Logo (4 stamps)
·         Advanced Communications speech manual (8 stamps)
·         Toastmasters Stopwatch (12 stamps)
·         4-in-1 Laser Pen (15 stamps)
 
If you want to find out more about the TALKRS Tour contest, it is described in our May 2008 Gavel newsletter at Gavel Archives.
 
You will also be able to redeem your card at a TLI in June.  If you cannot attend, you can give it to a friend to turn in for you at one of these events.
Marilyn SchwartzWin the FT Contest!
 
by Marilyn Schwartz, ACS, ALB
Division R Governor 
 
What is an FT?  An FT is a First Timer, a Toastmaster member attending their first district conference.  In keeping with the Toastmaster tradition of using acronyms, I have shortened the long used Toastmaster term of First Timer to FT for the upcoming Spring Conference.
 
Although the majority of FTs are new members who want to check out all the benefits (& FUN!!) of attending a district conference, FTs on occasion are even long time, seasoned Toastmasters.  The only criterion to be a FT is to attend your first district conference.
 
For Spring 2009 Conference, we have the added excitement of a Presidential visit.  Toastmasters International President, Jana Barnhill, DTM, will be presenting our opening session, luncheon keynote and an afternoon educational session.  Jana Barnhill is not only an Accredited Speaker but has competed in the World Championship of Public Speaking twice, placing in the top 3 both times.  You will find no better time to become a FT than Spring 2009 Conference!
 
Contest
 
In honor of this Presidential visit, District 22 is having a First Timer's contest.  The club that registers the most FTs will win a free club registration for their choice of the Fall 2009 Conference (Topeka, KS) or Spring 2010 Conference (Kansas City, MO).  FTs will be counted by club to determine the winning club, whether they are registered under a club or individual registration.  Deadline to register FTs for this contest is April 8, 2009.
 
Orientation
 
If you qualify to be a FT, come meet district leaders and fellow FTs at the First Timer Orientation.  This will be held at 7:45-8:15 AM on Saturday, April 18th, between the Brag Breakfast and Opening Ceremonies & Parade of Banners.  See you there!
 
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Conference Schedule

 
 
 

Friday, April 17, 2009
 
6:15 -  7:00 p.m. DEC dinner and social with TI President Jana Barnhill for District  officers
7:00 - 9:00 p.m. DEC business meeting
7:00 - 10:00 p.m. Hospitality Room Open
8:00 -  9:00 p.m. Hospitality: Meet with special guest, TI President Jana Barnhill. 
 
Saturday, April 18, 2009  

7:00 - 8:00 a.m. Brag Breakfast
7:00 - 8:00 a.m. Hospitality Room Open 
7:45 - 8:15 a.m. First Timers Orientation, Marilyn Schwartz, ACS ALB, Division R Governor
 
8:00 - 8:30 a.m. Gather for Banner Parade
8:30 a.m. Opening Ceremonies & Parade of Banners
Opening Educational Session: TI President Jana Barnhill, DTM AS, "Be My Guest... Be Your Best"
 
10:00 a.m. Education Session: Rob Christeson, ACG ALB, Division A Governor, "The Club ADVANTAGE"
10:00 a.m. Education Session: Lois Harger, DTM  Past District Governor, "Right Brained Speech Writing"
 
11:45 a.m. Lunch & Keynote: TI President Jana Barnhill, DTM AS, "Courage to the Core"
1:00 p.m. Table Topics Speech Contest
 
2:15 p.m. Education Session: Robert Barnhill, DTM AS, Past International President, "Your Club: It's more than a meeting."
3:15 p.m. Informational session open to all: TI President Jana Barnhill, DTM AS, "Not Your Granddaddies Toastmasters Anymore"
 
4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Hospitality Room Open
4:15 - 5:30 p.m. District Council Business Meeting
 
6:00 p.m. Dinner Banquet 
Presentation of DTM Awards
Induction of District Officers
7:30 p.m. International Speech Contest 
After contest until 11:30 p.m. Hospitality Room Open 
Annette RudeWhat's Happening?
 
By Annette Rude, DTM
Lt. Governor Education & Training

We have 2 events that do not require a ticket.  The 3:15 p.m.afternoon session by TI President Jana Barnhill and the District Council Meeting.  All other events are ticketed.
 
We know times are tough, but we hope that you will take heart and join us for our semi-annual conference.
 
FULL REGISTRATION or A LA CARTE?
 
You have two registration formats to choose from this year:
  • Sign up for Full Registration" and be admitted to breakfast, lunch, dinner, contests, opening ceremonies and all educational events.
  • Sign up under A La Carte to choose which events you want to attend and pay for.

Of course, we hope that you will want to attend everything.
 
CLUB REGISTRATION
 
There are some changes in club registration.  A full explanation of how it works is on the Club Registration form on our website, Toastmasters District 22.  In summary, here is how it works if your club registers:

  • The club cost has been reduced to $35.
  • It does not provide entry into any event.  Rather, you will get a credit of $9 toward your individual registration cost.
  • You must submit an individual registration and signup with Full or A La Carte in order to attend events.

HOSPITALITY SUITE
 
This year we are offering a Hospitality Suite in place of Friday Fun Night.  Hosted by Hear Me Out Toastmasters, it will offer coffee, tea, snacks, a place to gather, visit and relax. 
 
On Friday night, meet our guest of honor Jana Barnhill, President of Toastmasters International.  Check the schedule for times.
 
If you are not attending the Council Meeting, the room will be open on Saturday afternoon for you to sit and relax.  Of course, it will be open after the last contest to allow you to visit and wind down.
 
RAFFLE, RAFFLE, RAFFLE
 
With your registration and meals, you will receive raffle tickets.  Turn in your tickets at general session, education, breakfast, lunch and dinner for a chance to win a prize at each of these events. 
 
BRAG BREAKFAST
 
We are offering the Brag Breakfast early Saturday morning.  You guessed it: bring your best stories to share at breakfast. 
 
HOTEL
 
Arrive early or stay at the Hilton Kansas City Airport Hotel for a special $92 rate.  Be sure to reserve your room by March 27 for this special rate -- and so that the conference will get credit for your stay.  
 
We don't make any money on your stay, but the hotel will view us more favorably if we use guest rooms - and you can stretch out during a break if needed.   We have contracted for only 15 rooms at this rate on Friday and on Saturday.  If you want a room at the conference, reserve it now by calling 1-816-891-8900 or 1-800-445-8667.
 
COST
 
Our conference is a self-funding event, meaning that the people who attend and participate pay for it.  Your dues do not pay for the conference.
 
We have changed the way that the fee for club registration is calculated to help us make ends meet - and to allow us to know exactly how many people will attend.  The fee covers costs associated with each person who registers, such as name tags, tickets, programs and handouts
 
We want you to know that we are making no profit on the meals.  The price includes tax and a hotel service charge that give us the use of the room at no extra cost if we spend a minimum amount on meals.
 
We strive to bring you a quality experience on a shoestring budget, which is why everyone needs to register. 
 
So, members, contestants, judges, volunteers, top 3 - everyone, register today. 
 
You know you will have a good time!
 

District 22 Newsletter Editor
Kim Mitchell, CC, ALB
Toastmasters District 22
http://www.toastmasters22.org/
In This Issue
The President is Coming!
Guest of Honor - Jana Barnhill
Education Session - Rob Christeson
Education Session - Lois Harger
Education Session - Robert Barnhill
Pick Up Your TALKRS Prize!
Win the FT Contest!
Conference Schedule
What's Happening?
Join Our Mailing List!
Conference Deadlines
 
Conference
Early Registriation 3/15
Hotel - 3/27
Meals - 4/8
 
Airport Hilton Kansas City
8801 NW 112th, Kansas City, MO
$92.00 plus tax
 
Join Us
April 17 and 18
  
DEC meeting, 
 District Council meetings,
International Speech
and Table Topics Contests
 
 
District Council
 
Are you a District Council member?
 
If you're not sure, keep reading.
 
*Club Presidents
*Club Vice President's of Education
*Area Governors (not assistants)
*Division Governors (not assistants)
*District Secretary *District Treasurer *Immediate Past District Governor *District Public Relations Officer
*Lt. Governor Marketing
*Lt. Governor Education & Training
*District Governor
 
Who Can Carry a Club Proxy?
 
If either your Club President or Vice President Education
cannot attend the District Council meeting, another club member in good standing can carry their voting proxies.   
 
The Proxy Form is stored on the Conference Information page on our website at Proxy Form on the Conference page. One person can carry both votes if they have Proxy Forms signed by both the club President and Vice President of Education.
 
Whoever is authorized to vote for your club should visit the Credentials Desk on Saturday, April 18 to pick up ballots before the Council meeting.  
 
The Business Meeting begins promptly at 4:15 PM. PLEASE help us have a quorum.
 
Your club's votes are important!
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