Area International and Humorous Speeches will take place in February, and Division contests will run in March. Please watch the calendar for newly scheduled events!
Clubs are encouraged to determine contestants for both contests and send their list of possible representatives (including first, second and third place options when possible) to their Area or Division Director before January 31. Check your available Pathways projects to make sure you can receive credit whenever you deliver your speech.
All dues paying members of clubs in good standing are eligible for the Humorous contest, and all are also eligible for many of the volunteer roles to make these fair and fun events for all: Contest Toastmaster, ballot counters, timers, occasionally additional logistics roles as well. Completion of a Pathways Level 2 or, for long-time Toastmasters a previous communication award, is required for the International Speech Contest, Chief Judging or an anonymous Judge role. Watch the calendar or check with your Area or Division Director to volunteer!
District 212: Preparing for July
We are officially in the planning stages for the creation of our new District 212, and over the next several months you’ll see increasing communication, updates, and opportunities to get involved.
District 212 will bring together members from four legacy districts—19, 30, 35, and 54—to form a stronger, more collaborative, and better-supported district. The Transition Team is now being assembled, and their work will help ensure we enter the 2026–2027 program year fully prepared with consistent processes, effective systems, and a united culture.
Stay Informed
Updates, announcements, and resources will be posted regularly on the District 212 website.
Visit often: district212.org
Get Involved
If you’d like to help shape our new district, consider serving on the District 212 Transition Committee (DTC).
Committee work runs December 1, 2025 – March 31, 2026 with some minor assistance in April and May.
Each committee is seeking – time commitment is estimated and may vary:
- Chairperson (1 per committee): 5–8 hours/week for coordination, reporting, and oversight
- Committee Members (3–5): at least one from each legacy district; approx. 3–5 hours/week for project work and collaboration
If you’re interested, please complete the Transition Team Member Profile Sheet.
District 212 Transition Team – Member Profile Sheet – Fill out form
Share Your Voice
Your feedback will directly influence District 212’s structure—from training and recognition programs to technology, communications, and events. The Transition Team welcomes your questions, suggestions, and concerns.
Questions, Comments, Concerns about the District 212 Transition – Fill out form
Please use the Questions, Comments, Concerns form to:
- Ask about the transition process
- Share improvement ideas
- Voice concerns you want the team to address
All submissions will be reviewed by the appropriate subcommittee. While individual responses may not always be possible, your input will help shape a strong, unified District 212 that serves every member and club.
Questions?
Contact District Transition Committee (DTC) Chair Kris Pool, DTM, PDD: kris.pool.dtm@gmail.com or Cell/Text: 920-395-3636
Save the Date: May 9 2026 Platteville Wisconsin
It’s official: the 2026 District 35 Spring Conference will be held in lovely Platteville, Wisconsin! We will be sharing more information about available hotels soon. For now, we’re looking for people to help throw this amazing shindig! Are you organized? Do you like working with new people? Do you enjoy solving challenges? All of these skills belong on the committees for the conference! Reach out to Theresa or Yuriy!
We will be reaching out to businesses for sponsorship opportunities and we will again offer advertising space in the program. Raffles are also planned!
We will have multiple slots for presenters! We will have an application for these times soon.
Recharging officer batteries
District 35 Toastmasters Leadership Institutes have been scheduled. The dates are:
- Saturday, January 3, 2026, 9am-12:30pm Central Time
- Thursday, January 29, 2026, 6pm-9:30pm Central Time
- Thursday, February 19, 2026, 6pm-9:30pm Central Time
All are on Zoom. Watch the Calendar for registration links.
In addition to the chance to brainstorm with other officers for a strong second half of the year, topics at these sessions will include the following:
- Mentorship
- Leading outside the club
- Healthy conflict resolution strategies
- Turning guests into members
- Engaging new and current members
Presenting these sessions offers a great chance to work in a larger format with a framework of information; please contact Yuriy to volunteer to present or to Zoom master.
Officer credit will usually be posted within two weeks of each session
Easier club publicity
Has your club ever considered handing out club business cards? Not individual personal cards, but a card that lists date/time and location of your meetings and maybe some contact information — your web site or an email address? Check out these templates from Toastmasters International — now consider USING them!
Our latest incentive to help clubs publicize their meetings is reimburse up to $20 toward business cards for your club! Submit it through Concur, ideally with a photo of the card as well as the receipt, and then get ready to bring in more guests even more easily!
About District 35 Toastmasters
Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. Headquartered in Englewood, Colorado, the organization’s membership exceeds 364,000 in more than 16,200 clubs in 145 countries. Since 1924, Toastmasters International has helped people from diverse backgrounds become more confident speakers, communicators and leaders.
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September 2025 Newsletter
In This Issue: Messages From the District 35 Trio & IPDD Value and Value Added (Theresa F) Sell the Value (Yuriy K) Borrowed Momentum (Robert W) Her Words, Our District’s Pride Featured In July’s Toastmaster Magazine Build Strong Clubs …