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Denton Toastmasters Club Contest was held on Monday, August 13, 2012. Humorous Speech Contest: Winner of the Humorous Speech Contest was Micaela Pinnell (3rd from the left) and 2nd place winner was Sue Larson (2nd from the left). Also pictured are Contest Master Robi Ley, ACG, ALB and Chief Judge Manhal Shukayr, ACB, ALB. Evaluation Contest: The winner of the Evaluation Contest was Jeff Hubbard, ACB, CL (3rd from the left) and 2nd place went to Kate Breece, CC (2nd from left). Also pictured are Contest Master Robi Ley, ACG, ALB and Chief Judge Manhal Shykayr, ACB, ALB.
August 31, 2012December 20, 2017
Tributes to Two Who Have Shined Since 1995
Jim Monahan and Harry Schneider Jim Monahan and Harry Schneider were honored at the Awards Banquet for their service to District 25 since 1995. Jim has been the District Parliamentarian and Harry the District Auditor. They have served their clubs, areas, division and districts well by their commitment to excellence. 2011-2012 was their last year filling these roles but they will continue to “Explore the Possibilities!” and they “Let their Light Shine!”. Here are a few comments from Past District Governors who served alongside these two incredible and dedicated men. I’m forever grateful for Harry’s and Jim’s willingness to help me shine during my term...
August 30, 2012December 20, 2017
And the Winner Is . . .
2011-2012 District 25 Annual Award Winners The Awards Banquet for 2011-2012 was held on Saturday, August 25, 2012 at the Ashton Depot. It was a lovely evening of celebration, fellowship and just plain fun. Details of those individuals and clubs receiving recognition can be found on the District 25 Hall of Fame. The highlight of the evening was the presentation of the District 25 Annual Awards. Area Governor of the Year Kathy Brewer, Area 65 Dr. Curtis Trent Service Award Mary Walker Division Governor of the Year Verna Jacobs, Division C Let It Shine Award Amelinda Salas Rookie of the...
August 30, 2012December 20, 2017
Reflections of Shining in Orlando 2012
D25 – We Let It Shine at the 2012 International Convention. The 81st Toastmasters International Convention in Orlando, Florida August 15-19 are 5 days I’ll not easily forget. Here are a few highlights and memories I’d like to share. Rushing into the opening ceremonies (thanks to David Martin and Diana Pittman) Wednesday evening to see Bonne Stroman carry in flag to the opening ceremonies and sit with other members of District 25. Breakfast bright and early on Thursday morning with members of District 25 that attended the convention. Hall of Fame at 9:00 AM Thursday morning – on the stage with members...
August 30, 2012December 20, 2017
DTM from SpellBinders Becomes Published
Sara Beipple, DTM A monologue Sara Beopple, DTM of Texas Wesleyan Spellbinders wrote and submitted entitled, “Spare Change” will be published in an upcoming issue of MISSIONS CONNECTION, the Nazarene Missions International magazine. Congratulations, Sara. Toastmasters – Speakng can help your writing skills and vice versa. See the article in the August, 2012 TOASTMASTERS MAGAZINE , pg 16. The Power of Pen and Voice. (Digital copies are available on this link, but are a month behind, so if you can’t find your Agust issue, check back after you get your Sept magazine in the mail). You too can become published in a magazine that features your interests. Write...
August 30, 2012December 20, 2017
Evening to Shine, Event to Remember
District 25’s Awards Banquet, Saturday, August 25, 2012 It was 5:30 and the doors opened. The Awards Banquet Committee was ready to meet and greet the Toastmasters and guests. Hopefully we had all things covered. As the Ashton Depot staff stated, you get them in the door and we will take careof them. Michael Sheridan, Bill Erwin and Gary Chiu had worked most of the day. The stage was ready, the stairs stabilized, signs up and had handled all of the “to do” items we could think of. Pat Quick and Brenda Daniels arrived with the...
August 30, 2012December 20, 2017
Dr. Dillip’s 7 Effective Evaluation Tips
Dilip R. Abayasekara, Ph.D., A.S Stephen Covey said that highly effective people have seven habits in common. Interestingly, over a period of twenty years of receiving and giving speech evaluations, I have noticed that great evaluators also have seven “habits” in common. These “habits” are constituted of knowledge, communication, demonstration, and insight. When you put these seven habits into practice, you too can become a highly effective evaluator. #1. Understand Why Great evaluators understand why they are evaluating a speech. This understanding tells them what they should not do. They know that they should not upstage the speaker, make the speaker feel inadequate, give the...
August 30, 2012December 20, 2017
Why Expand our Club Numbers?
An important part of our Toastmasters Mission is to expand the network of clubs. Why are districts always trying to expand the number of clubs? The answer is simple. As Toastmasters, we want as many people to enjoy the wonderful benefits of personal growth that we, current members, have experienced. We currently have two prospective clubs that are planning to Charter the first part of September. Both will be corporate clubs. N.E.C. is located in Irving and will meet on Wednesdays from 12 to 1pm. Aetna is located in Arlington and will meet Wednesdays from 4 to 5pm. Both clubs will need qualified...
August 16, 2012December 20, 2017
Bank Fees Eating Your Club’s Account?
Many clubs, especially open ones who are not associated with a company, school or church, have the banking blues. Their accounts are getting whacked with fees, monthly charges and low balance hits. If you collect $12-$18 dollars ($2-3 a month) dues from your club members, a $15 a month deduction can be a serious balance dwindler. You need those dues for ribbons, pins, awards and other things that can crop up. What can you do? Brandon Wheatley at Toastmasters International says they get calls from clubs all the time asking for advice on where they should bank. Here is what he said other...
August 16, 2012December 20, 2017
Test Speaker:Veteran’s Viewpoint
Robi Ley Denton Toastmasters The first time I was asked to be a test speaker, I had been a member of Toastmasters for less than six months. I had no idea what I was getting into. What I knew was that I was going to be able to speak to a larger audience than I had in my club alone and that I would get the benefit of at least three different evaluations, maybe up to five. What an opportunity. This was not something I was going to pass up. Toastmasters provides its members with so many opportunities...