Second Round Officer Training

As we all know and understand, all officers must attend training twice a year. The second round of officer training is scheduled to begin in January 2010. In hopes to better accomodate the members the District is planning to present two different sessions on two different dates. The first date is Saturday, January 16, 2010 and the second is Sunday, January 24, 2010. You can find the details on the District 84 website. (http://toastmastersd84.org/tli.html)

If anyone is interested in being involved with the training (present, facilitate, greet, registration, etc.), please contact our LGET Scott Hoehn, DTM right away. The programs (so far) for each session is also posted on the website.

Stacey Dingman, DTM
Division A Governor

Did someone say DTM?

Have you heard the great news about Division A's newest DTMs? We have not one, not two, but three new DTMs! Bob Haataia, Lisa Hethington, and Jose Lepervanche have each earned the grand title of Distiguished Toastmaster. Bob and Lisa did their great DTM dance down the lineup at conference.

We are all proud of your accomplishment and hope that you continue to stay connected in your clubs. Staying connected in your clubs is the best way to share your experience and knowledge with other Toastmasters trying to achieve the same you goal you just did. Your hard work and dedication to achieving your goals is what made this possible.

Stacey Dingman, DTM
Division A Governor

Ahoy Matey!

What a great time we had at the Fall Conference! There were reported sightings of tourists, ship captains, activity directors, sharks and .... PIRATES!!

In true TM style we all had a great time in our costumes Friday night, and in our "dress up clothes" Saturday night. Friday night we enjoyed the Evaluation Contest and just may have even picked up a few new tricks to use. Saturday night we got a cardiovascular workout as we laughed hysterically during the Humorous Speech Contest.

Above everything I experienced at the conference, the one thing I will rember forever is that our very own DIvision A member TINA SWANSON won the Humorous Speech contest! Congratulations Tina, we are very proud of you! You go "giirrrrlll"!

Stacey DIngman, DTM
Division A Governor

I know... I know

It has been way too long since the last post. I plan to catch things up and stay more current on updates. We have had several exciting things happen and I need to get you caught up pronto!

Thanks ~
Stacey Dingman, DTM
Division A Governor

Drum Role Please....

We had a great time at the Division A Contest on Saturday. Not only did we have a full agenda of awesome speakers and evaluators, we also had a full room of attendees! It was nice to look around and see so many friends that came out to support the contestants and cheer on their favorites.

The first up were our evaluation contestants and they rocked the house with their evaluations of Shauna Allen’s speech. Each one took the time to offer feedback they hoped would be valuable to not only Shauna but for all us. The evaluators did an outstanding job!

Next up were our Humorous Speech contestants and they had the crowd roaring with laughter! Each contestant told their story with zest and larger than life talent. This created a memorable experience for not only them as contestants but for each one of us in the audience. I say, job well done!

I know, I know, you are sitting on the edge of your seat wanting to know who the winners are! I won't keep you waiting any loner. Here are the winners listed below.
Evaluation Winners: 1st Place is Maureen McLain (CSX Toastmasters Club) ~ 2nd Place is Jim Steele (Toastmasters at UF & Shands)
Humorous Speech Winners: 1st Place is Tina Swanson (Toastmasters at UF & Shands) ~ 2nd Place is Sam Davis (Arlington Club)

The first place winners will be representing Division A at the 2009 Fall Conference on November 6th – 8th. Congratulations to each contestant that made it to this level! Be very proud of your accomplishments.

A special “Thank You” to Darcy Daniel for producing such a wonderful event! This was not a small task and she did a great job coordinating the teams. I am also thankful to all of the Area Governors for assisting her. This is just another example of how great of a team Division A is!

Stacey Dingman, DTM
Division A Governor

Double Bubble - We had a Blast!

If you missed the Double Bubble contest on Saturday, boy did you miss out! Past Area Governor John Lockwood and Area 13 Governor Sharon Griffin-Rogers coordinated a wonderful event! I am truly blessed to have been allowed to work with these dynamic folks! There was a plethora of fun, food, bubble gum and laughter! We had the opportunity to hear quite a few tummy tickling speeches, two inspiring test-speeches and the accompanying educational evaluations – all before noon!

Congratulations to the winners (both 1st and 2nd place will move on to represent our areas at the Division A contest October 24th! Make your plans now to come out and support them at the next level! I hear it will be a ‘howling’ good time with costumes representing the fall season!

Area 10 Humorous Speech Contest:
1st Place – Antonio Carlisle – “The ‘H’ Word” (ask him about the little blue pill)
2nd Place – Tina Swanson – “I don’t remember” (don’t ask her anything…she won’t remember)

Area 10 Evaluation Contest:
1st Place – Jim Steele
2nd Place – Marilyn Fenton-Harmer

Area 13 Humorous Speech Contest:
1st Place – David Langley – “The New Epidemic” (ask him about his physique)
2nd Place – Kelly Raven – “Cash for Clunkers” (ask him about his ‘parking’ history)

Area 13 Evaluation:
1st Place – Maureen McLain
2nd Place - Jeannie Hardwick

Conference Online Registration

Great News! The conference online registration is now open! You need to register now because this event is sure to fill up fast. The fall conference will be held at the georgous Shores Resort and Spa in Daytona Beach Florida. Save the weekend of November 6th - 8th on you calendars now. If you haven't already! The full conference package is only $99.00 and that includes meals. WOW what a deal!
To make it even easier, the link is: http://tmhelper.org/sssmedley/register.htm

If you should have any questions, contact either your Area Governor or myself.
Stacey Dingman, DTM
Division A Governor

Are YOU the STAR we are looking for?

Now that Club level contests are over, it is time for the Area level contests to begin. We are in need of many volunteers (STARs) to come forward to fill various roles. We need judges, timers, ballot counters, sergeant at arms, contest masters, and guests! If YOU are that STAR we are looking for, please contact your Area Governor immediately to sign up.

Thanks ~
Stacey Dingman, DTM
Division A Governor

Only 19 More Officers To Go

Division A only needs 19 more officers to be trained to reach the goal of 100% officers trained!!!
Several of our clubs have already earned recognition by having all 7 of their officers trained! Way to go Jacksonville Bullmasters, North Jax Toastmasters, and CSX Club! We also have six clubs that only need one more officer trained to achieve 7 of 7 officers trained. Four clubs are still struggling to get the minimum four officers trained.

With all of the many training opportunities available throughout the district, there is no reason not to attend officer training. If you should have any questions or concerns you need to contact either you Area Governor or myself.

Stacey Dingman, DTM
Division A Governor

Division A "Last Chance" Officer Training

If you missed the other officer training opportunities, you have one LAST CHANCE to fill your requirement locally. We will provide officer training on Wednesday August 26th at the UF & Shands campus, from 6:30pm - 8:30pm in the Mason Room on the 2nd floor of the Towers. Contact your Area Governor immediately to RSVP.

Thanks,
Stacey Dingman, DTM
Division A Governor

Toastmasters meets Technology

I am very excited about this new blog. I think it is going to help the Division officers share information to all division members (and potential members) in a more streamlined way. Besides, it is about time we catch up to the front runners in this technology driven world! A special thanks to Bob Haataia for taking the time to set this up for us!

Stacey Dingman ~ Division A Governor

Post Training Survey

If you attended the TLI Kollege of Knowledge training on Saturday August 8th, be sure to take the following survey to let us know how we did. As toastmasters, we are always looking to improve.

Click Here to take survey

Toastmasters Division A/F Leadership Institute

Join us for Division A TLI this Saturday