• District Director Update November 2021 
• Program Quality Director Update November 2021
• Club Growth Director Update November 2021 
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• A note from our District Public Relations Manager 

District Director Update November 2021 

Hello fellow Toastmasters, 

“The way I see it, if you want the rainbow you gotta put up with the rain”- Dolly Parton
 

How true is that quote. We are all having to endure the challenges of the pandemic and I can say that it is stressful for all of us. We will get through; when, is anyone’s guess. 

We need to look after each other along with ourselves. I suggest making calls to see how your fellow club members are keeping.

My primary concern is the well-being of our members. We as a trio are cognisant that we are ALL suffering from Zoom/Teams fatigue and would prefer to meet in person. I am sure that there would be a majority agreement with that statement while we still work towards holding Area, Division, and District contests in person. 

It has been challenging with the lockdown in the greater Auckland Region, however at the time of writing we are waiting to hear the latest status for the country as this will impact on the timing for contests. We fully understand the frustration of the situation and ask that all contestants “waiting” please do exercise patience as contests will recommence as soon as the “door” is open. 

To make the events work for us, if you are not competing and qualify as a judge or functionary, please make yourself known to your Area Director as they will be grateful to have as many volunteers available as possible.

Only hours ago the PM has allowed some freedom for Auckland and the far North which is a good sign and I sincerely hope that the situation gets better for all in New Zealand.

Last week the District had another District Executive meeting and it was excellent to see the spirit is still strong within the team.

Next month we have a lot of training ahead with the production of COT #2, this will come out in Wendy Wickliffe’s section of the newsletter. My contribution here is to challenge all clubs to send your complete executive team along to a session as this will help the club in moving forward. Historically this round of training suffers in terms of attendance. I challenge you to prove me wrong by having an amazing attendance. 

Also, this week we have our second Town Hall session and I am looking forward to the team role updates and then being able to respond to any questions asked. Join us early as the pre Town Hall gossip and catch up session is amazing. Let us celebrate the night with a large attendance, the last I heard we have good numbers registered, so I am expecting some challenging and inquiring questions.

The District Conference for next year will be in Taupo and I can visualise a turnout of delegates to match previous years’ numbers, the registration details will soon be available on the District Website. Register quickly, do not miss the occasion. 

There are many clubs who have started preparations for the Evaluation and International Contests,and I thank them for there foresight. The club winners will have plenty of time to practise their speeches and evaluation techniques before the Area and Division contests.

I reiterate, if you are not competing, have you considered being a contest judge or functionary? If this is of interest to you, then please do make yourselves known to your Area Director. You will make a friend for life by helping, trust me.

Finally, please do make a call to someone and see how they are, as it may surprise you how welcome your call has been. 

Have a great November.

Program Quality Director Update November 2021

Greetings Toastmasters, two updates from your PQD: Pathways questionnaire and the changes to Club Officer training.
 

Pathways Support – Member Questionnaire 

Club Officer Training (COT) Is Changing

Why? Because you asked for it

What’s Changed?

How Has It Changed?

What Do I Need To Do?

• Attend one club officer breakout session for each of your roles. If you have more than one role, please click here for details
• Attend one workshop from 3 choices – you are welcome to attend as many workshops as you wish, but you mustregister for each one. Please click here for details.

How Do I Get DCP Credit?

By registering – this creates an attendance log that validates the training records.
 
You need to register for the full session, even if only attending for one hour. Attendance will be based on who is in the waiting room at the start, and who is present during the session. Please aim to arrive ten minutes early to help this process.
 
Please rename yourself to officer role and name, e.g., PRE/VPE Wendy Wickliffe 
 
Any questions or concerns? Please email me at programquality@d112tm.org.nz


Workshop Sessions and Outline Agendas

What’s in the Future?

1. New Club Officer Training - brand new officers (3 hours) leadership manual, club central, tools and support - July
2. Advanced club officer training - experienced club officers - two workshops and one officer breakout session of one hour (3 hours) – August

Club Growth Director Update November 2021 

James Hippolite, DTM 
Club Growth Director 2021-2022
clubgrowth@d112tm.org.nz
027 461 2646

A note from our District Public Relations Manager 

Taupo Conference 2022

We are super excited about the upcoming in-person conference! Look out for regular updates and promotions, also via email. Our Conference Chair Wendy Booth has ask Jane Stephen to be part of the team that will promote the conference.

District 112 Social Media Planner

Have you seen the promotions by our Division Public Relations Coordinators on the District Facebook page and Division pages?

They follow our District Social media planner, which you are also welcome to use for your club. 
🔹 Monday Moment
🔹 Tuesday Tip
🔹 Wednesday Word
🔹 Thursday Thought
🔹 Friday Fun

Please like the pages and support our newly appointed Division PR Coordinators when they ask you to provide material for one day - we’ll rotate weekly between divisions, daily between areas, and ask a club per area to provide us with a suitable post for an allocated day. 

It’s a new initiative and a learning process. You are welcome to give feedback. Our aim is to promote all our clubs - and as much as possible.

Clubs with pages on LinkedIn, please tag the Toastmasters New Zealand North page so that we can become aware of you and promote your club. 

Thank you

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