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Contest Trainings

Voting Judges
Sunday, January 15, 5-6pm Central Time

Whether you have been a voting judge at a speech contest or not, there is a lot to think about to make the contest fair and enjoyable for all. Attend this training by Keith Cumiskey, Past District Director, to become more comfortable with the role, practice communication, and add to your leadership arsenal.

Zoom Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/SP_KyGCAQKKNLroyL40tkQ

Area Contest Chief Judge
Thursday, January 22, 7-8 pm Central

Being a chief judge at an area contest is exciting, challenging, and a terrific leadership experience. If you have never been a chief judge, that is okay, this training is for you. If you have been a chief judge, this is a good refresher. Attend this training by Paul Freiberg to become more comfortable with the role and make the contest fair and enjoyable for all.

Zoom Registration link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/4mQQ-2G9QW-z0Ssok60gnA

Contest Master
Sunday, January 25, 6-7 pm Central

Being a contest master at an area contest is similar to being the Toastmaster of a club meeting. However, there are additional guidelines in place. More importantly, the contest master is the person making the event fair and enjoyable for all. Attend this training by Amy Linn-Strosin and learn strategies to deal with any contest challenge, have fun conversations with people (contestant interviews), and practice leadership.

Zoom Registration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/BLkijA1KQ2ukphGj0Do9CQ

Humorous Speech Demonstration

Sunday, January 18

6:30-7:30 Central

Before the area Humorous Speech Contests begin in February, come learn what makes a fantastic humorous speech. Listen to a marvelous speech by Jackie Scott, of the Laugh of Laughter Club. Get your questions answered and get inspired to craft your own speech. The Humorous Speech Contest is a wonderful way to go beyond your club, try humor before a new audience, and become more confident in yourself.

Club Public Relations Tactics Sun., Jan. 25-Canceled

Winter Club Officer Training Dates

Contest Paperwork Due January 31

Email your club’s contest Humorous and International Speech and volunteer representatives to your area or division director.  If you have more than one contestant for each contest, let us know who is first place, second, etc. The Speech Contest Rulebook and all forms are available at Toastmasters.org.

District Leader Nominations

Submit your nomination or self nomination for District service to District Leadership Chair Robert Wall.

Candidate Application

Officer Agreement and Release Form

Contact Robert with any questions.