Promotions

Promotions 2018-2019

Promotion handout at Spring 2019 Contests

Promotion handout at Fall 2018 Contests

Journey Awards

PDF version of Journey Awards Flier to print and share with your club.

Track your progress with this fillable PDF form Journey Awards Tracking Form
download, complete and send to Awards

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Pathfinder 2018-2019

Click here to print flyer

Listed below are members that completed Path (Level 5) by 6/15/2019
Showing 5 Winners

Listed below are 18 members that completed Level 3 by 12/31/2018
Each will receive Pathways Pin
Five winners to receive Toastmasters Branded duffel bag
Bindumadhavi Chintha
Jyothi R. Eppalapalli
Maribeth Desuyo Fontabla
Ricky L. Landerman
Andrew Pollard

Roses are red; violets are blue!
I love my club, and so will you!
Just tell us why your club’s the best,
And we will share with all the rest!
Applaud your club, say what you think,
And click right here to find the link.
But don’t be too wordy!
A blurb–150 words, or maybe 130!
Your latest club picture can be included
To go with your story. Your work is concluded!

Click here to see who has submitted information!

Hit a Home Run

Flyer 

Clubs that met membership qualifier by April 30 – 25 clubs that won $25 gift certificate identified

Distinguished Clubs Identified – Grand Slam (receive All Star Ribbon) – Winner of Automatic Timing Lights – ARBOR Toastmasters

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Membership Momentum

Flyer

	Div	Five Names Per Division			Club Name
	A	Valeria	Solano	Total Eligible Div A = 238	FMC Flow Masters
	A	Diana	Hartmann		Clearly Speaking Toastmasters
	A	Rosita	Timmons		Afterburners Club
	A	Toby	Cotton		WP FTW TOASTMASTERS
	A	Tammie	Mowrey		Something to Talk About
	B	Kelley	Kukreja	Total Eligible Div B = 278	Out On The Town
	B	Mike	Schellen		Once Upon A Time
	B	James	Barnum		Grace Club
	B	Kelley	Kukreja		Speak Up New Life
	B	Jennifer	Collins		Progressive Leaders of Denton County
	C	Deveshia	Jones	Total Eligible Div C = 273	Arlington Nooners Toastmasters Club
	C	Michele	Gooch		Mansfield Sunrise Toastmasters
	C	Wendy	Pappas		Arlington Nooners Toastmasters Club
	C	Yulander	Honeycutt		GMFinancial Toastmasters
	C	Robert	Madera		Highway To Excellence
	D	Sondra	O’Neal	Total Eligible Div D = 222	Centex Clearly Speaking Toastmasters
	D	Stephen	Norair II		Plus-Two Toastmasters
	D	Nana	Nsiah		UNTHSC Toastmasters
	D	Paul	Reese		Panther City Toastmasters
	D	Bert	Yow		Heart of Texas Bridge Gappers Club
	E	Nathan	Rogers	Total Eligible Div E = 286	Wichita Falls Club 305
	E	Vinodh Kumar	Baskaran Pillai		BNSF Expressed Toastmasters
	E	Jared	Thomas		Mercedes-Benz Starspeakers
	E	Brian	Hennington		Can-Do Crew Toastmasters
	E	Marco	Alanis		Can-Do Crew Toastmasters
	F	Daniel	Baumgartner	Total Eligible Div F = 299	Golden Triangle Toastmasters Club
	F	Victor	Martin		Bell Helicopter Club
	F	Dania	Badawi		Golden Triangle Toastmasters Club
	F	Bindumadhavi	Chintha		Airport Toastmasters
	F	Kelly	Hamilton		ToastStop Club
	G	Ellen	Conley	Total Eligible Div G = 240	Passion -> Purpose -> Power
	G	Christina	Mezzour		MLCC Toastmasters
	G	Jesse	Florez		MLCC Toastmasters
	G	Geralund	Morgan		Oh Thank Heaven Club
	G	Yankai	Su		Las Colinas Communicators Club
				Total Eligible for District=1836

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Pot O’ Gold

Flyer

Clubs that met criteria for drawing
Winner – Leaders-Speakers of Tomorrow

Score Big

Click here to print flyer

Results of Score Big – Posted 9/26/2018

Training Incentive – $30 worth of
Toastmasters International Gift Certificates

Trained officers means higher quality clubs.
Four trained officers means DCP points.
Four trained officers also means LOOT!
Meet your minimum of four officers trained and your club will get
$30 to spend at the Toastmasters store. Gift certificates will be awarded to clubs meeting criteria.

(Officers Trained during the Jun-Aug session and Dec-Feb session)

To use your gift certificates, store items must be ordered using postal mail and the Product Order Form (1205A).
The product order form is located here
OR
check instructions on how to redeem Toastmaster International gift certificates

Clubs Meeting Criteria – 4+ Officers Trained
Winter – Dec-Feb

Clubs Meeting Criteria – 4+ Officers Trained
Summer – Jun-Aug

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New Club Leads

Any current Toastmaster member that provides a new club lead
that results in a demo meeting 
will be put in a drawing to win
Toastmasters International gift certificates!

There will be three winners total – $100 (1), $75 (1), $50 (1)

Information on new club lead (community club or corporate club)
should be submitted to Club Growth Director Chris Raneri
click here to send email

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Super 7&7 for 2018-2019 Toastmaster Year

When your club has all seven officers trained in BOTH TLI sessions,
you will be entered into a drawing to receive a complete set of Officer Pins ($60 value).

One club will be chosen from each Division so there will be 7 winners.
Pins will be awarded at the 2019 Annual Conference.

Club Meeting Criteria of 7 officers trained both TLI Session:

Total of 22 Club Met Criteria – 7 officers trained both periods
Winners:
Div A – GM Financial Burnett
Div B – Out On The Town
Div C – Highway to Excellence
Div D – Waco Early Birds Club
Div E – Keller Communicators Club
Div F – Wells Fargo Dallas/Ft Worth
Div G – Strategic Communicators

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Super 7

Is your Toastmasters Club a SUPER 7 Club? 

Each club that has all 7 officers trained in either of the two training periods will achieve the Super 7 Award and receive a ribbon to proudly hang on the club banner.

Club officers may attend any Toastmasters Leadership Institute held in the June-August training period or the December-February training period. 

Fine Print: Open only to District 25 Toastmasters Clubs in good standing. In order to qualify for the Super 7 Award, all 7 club officers must attend District Sponsored training held in June-August or December-February. If officers attend a District training in a district other than District 25 during the June-August or December-February time periods, documentation must be submitted to the District 25 Program Quality Director in order to receive credit.

Super 7  Award Recipients listed on District 25 Hall of Fame
Both training period results have been posted

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Helping Hands

“Helping hands, helping one another
I do all I can, with my helping hands”

Does your club meeting need a shot of energy?
D25 has a program that can help!
Are you a shot of energy for a club meeting?
D25 has an opportunity for you!

Click here for more details

Download flyer – share with fellow club members – click here

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Toastmasters International Photos Contest

Brand Photo Contest
(Toastmasters International Contest)

Clubs have made great efforts to incorporate Toastmasters branded-materials into their meetings. However, if your club doesn’t have the funds to purchase branded materials, help is on the way! Enter the Toastmasters monthly photo contest and give your club a chance to win a branded banner, lectern or marketing materials. The contest runs now through December 31, 2018.

Winning Clubs
Each month, the top 10 club photos will be entered into a drawing. One club will be selected to win branded materials (e.g., banner, lectern) valued at $100, plus shipping. The winning club will be featured on Toastmasters social media platforms and website.

To Enter the Contest
Take a photo of your club members showing their excitement for the Toastmasters brand! (e.g. wearing Toastmasters branded items, participating in a club meeting, etc.) Please email a picture of your club’s photo to brand@toastmasters.org.

Details on Toastmasters International website – click here. 

July 2017 winner
Legendary Communicators’ Club of Texas Roadhouse in Louisville, Kentucky

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Club Open House

Monthly drawing for $25 Toastmasters International gift certificate
for clubs having Open House.

Send us proof of club open house – pictures (or agenda) – click here
(or send email to openhouse@d25toastmasters.org with pictures and details)

Submit information by the 28th of the month to take part in a drawing.
Drawing will take place on the 5th of each month.

Check D25 Facebook for pictures

BONUS!!
If your club is the winner, AND it is a Golden Gavel* meeting, your club wins
an additional $25 gift certificate.

Ribbons for club showing proof of open house will be mailed to
Club President.  Only one ribbon per TM year.

More information on open houses – click here

*See Golden Gavel rules

Monthly Drawing Winners

July – None
August – GM Financial Burnett (Golden Gavel), Top of Texas
September – Westlake Toastmasters
October – Swesters
November – LM Evening Toastmasters
December – Heart of Texas Bridge Gappers
January – Mr. Cooper Speaks
February – ARBOR
March – Abilene Toastmasters 1071
April – Golden Triangle
May – Oh Thank Heaven
June – World Renowned Grand Prairie Toastmasteres

*Double winner – Open House/Golden Gavel Meeting

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The Smedley Award

Toastmasters International
Club Membership Building Contest

Smedley Award
Program Dates: August 1 – September 30

In honor of Ralph Smedley, can your club add five new, dual, or reinstated members between August 1 and September 30? By doing so you’ll qualify to receive a “Smedley Award” ribbon to display on your club’s banner. In addition to the ribbon, qualifying clubs earn a special discount code for 10-percent off their next club order. (The discount code expires six months from the date of issue and is not valid with any other offer.)

Applications and payments for members who join between August 1 and September 30 must be received at World Headquarters or online no later than September 30. Each member’s join date as listed on the application must be for August or September. The addition of transfer and charter members does not count toward “Smedley Award” credit.

The winning clubs will be revealed online within a few weeks of the contest ending. Winning clubs should allow up to 10 business days to receive their award if they are located in the United States, and up to 21 business days if they are outside of the United States.

Smedley Award Recipients listed on District 25 Hall of Fame

Click here to view details on Toastmasters International website

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Golden Gavel Award

Clubs with well-run, lively, and educational meetings that meet the needs of their members earn the Golden Gavel Award. This award is recognized with a ribbon that can be added to their club banner, and is awarded annually to a club at the annual Awards Banquet. (Prior to 2012-13 a patch was presented to club to be sewn on banner.)

The club must meet all of the following criteria:

• Members and guests are greeted warmly and enthusiastically.
• Meeting starts and adjourns on time.
• 15 or more club members must be present (clubs with fewer than 20 members must have 75% of members present).
• At least one non-Toastmaster guest is present.
• There is applause after every speaker – functionaries included.
• All speeches are manual/path speeches.
• Evaluations are both specific and supportive.
• Participants are positively recognized and ribbons/rotating trophies are awarded.
• Members wear badges and guests are given name tags.
• Printed agendas are distributed and followed with 3 or fewer assignment changes to the agenda.
• Table Topics are interesting and/or fun – participants are able to speak the full time period.

Area/Division Directors: Click here to submit Golden Gavel Meetings.

Golden Gavel clubs listed on District 25 Hall of Fame 

Download the Current Golden Gavel Flyer (PDF)

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5 Star Club Award

Five Star Club Membership Requirements:
– Dues renewal on time in fall
– Add 4 New Members
– Add 4 More New Members
– Dues renewal on time in spring
– Club has 20 members or net growth of 5 by June 30

Privileges Include:
– Exclusive ribbon for club banner
– Honorable mention in District Newsletter
– Publication in Spring Conference Program*
– Announcement on District Website Hall of Fame
– Special recognition at Spring Conference Awards Lunch*

Details: Clubs must submit dues on time during both renewal periods. Dues must be submitted no later than September 30** and March 31** of the current Toastmaster year to receive on-time credit. On June 30, clubs must have 20 paid members or a net growth of 5 members if the base membership was below 20 as reported on July 1. Clubs must add 4 members, which are defined as new, dual, or reinstated members, and an additional 4 members between July 1 and June 30 of the current Toastmaster year. Results will be tracked from reports provided by Toastmasters International. Clubs have until June 30 to complete all five requirements.

* Clubs that complete all 5 by April 30 will be recognized at the annual Awards Banquet

** – Toastmasters International changed date requirement for dues submission 2016-2017

Five Star Club Award Recipients listed on District 25 Hall of Fame 

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Pacesetter Awards

Prior to Pathways during 2017-2018 Toastmaster year:
Clubs achieving any of the following can earn up to 5 Pacesetter ribbons for their club banner !

Effective 2017-2018 Toastmasters Year with Pathways education program in place
Clubs could earn more Pacesetter ribbons for their club banner!

After Traditional Program is phased out at end of 2019-2020
Clubs will be eligible to earn 7 Pacesetter ribbons for their club banner!

Description of Pacesetter Awards:

5 or more Competent Communicator Awards
Excellence in Education CC Award Ribbon (Lime Green)

3 or more Advanced Communicator Awards
Excellence in Education AC Award Ribbon (Blue)

3 or more Competent Leader, Advanced Leader Bronze/Silver, or DTM Awards
Excellence in Leadership Award Ribbon (Red)

5 or more Level 1 Awards (effective during 2017-2018 year – Pathways introduced)
Excellence in Education  Level 1 Award Ribbon (Purple)

5 or more Level 2 Awards (effective during 2017-2018 year – Pathways introduced)
Excellence in Education  Level 2 Award Ribbon (Color TBA)

3 or more Level 3 Awards (effective during 2017-2018 year – Pathways introduced)
Excellence in Education  Level 3 Award Ribbon (Color TBA)

2 or more Level 4 Awards (effective during 2017-2018 year – Pathways introduced)
Excellence in Education  Level 4 Award Ribbon (Color TBA)

2 or more Level 5 Awards (effective during 2017-2018 year – Pathways introduced)
Excellence in Education  Level 5 Award Ribbon (Color TBA)

9 or more New members
Excellence in Marketing Award Ribbon (Green)

5 DCP Goals by January 31
Excellence in Goal Setting Award Ribbon (Maroon)

Pacesetter Award Recipients listed on District 25 Hall of Fame

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Individual Membership Building Contest

Toastmasters International
Individual Contest Building Program
Annual Membership Program

Program Dates: July 1 – June 30, of the following year

Membership growth is important to ensure club success. As a sponsor of five new members, you will qualify to receive a unique sponsor’s pin. As an outstanding sponsor of 10 new members, you will qualify to receive a special pin. Effective July 1, 2009, as a sponsor of 15 new members, you will qualify to receive a special discount code for 25% off your next product purchase from Toastmasters International World Headquarters. Discount is not valid with any other offer. You’ve also made a significant contribution to your club’s long-term success. To receive credit as a sponsor, your name must appear on the membership application along with your home club number. Please print or type information legibly. No changes can be made to the applications once they are received by World Headquarters. New, dual and reinstated members count for credit; transfer and charter members do not. The new members join dates must fall within the July to June range. All applications and payments must be received at World Headquarters no later than June 30.

List of those receiving this recognition posted on District 25 Hall of Fame

Click here to view details on Toastmasters International website

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Talk Up Toastmasters

Toastmasters International
Club Membership Building Contest

Talk Up Toastmasters!
Program Dates: February 1 – March 31

Toastmasters love to talk, so take advantage of it. During the “Talk Up Toastmasters” membership contest, you can encourage your members to invite guests to a special meeting where regular procedures are augmented by a discussion of Toastmasters’ many benefits. Add five new, dual or reinstated members to your roster between February 1 and March 31 to receive a special “Talk up Toastmasters” ribbon to display on your club’s banner. In addition to the ribbon, qualifying clubs earn a special discount code for 10-percent off their next club order. (The discount code expires six months from the date of issue and is not valid with any other offer.)

Applications and payments for members who join between February 1 and March 31 must be received at World Headquarters or online no later than March 31. Each member’s join date as listed on the application must be for February or March. The addition of transfer and charter members does not count for credit toward “Talk Up Toastmasters” credit.

The winning clubs will be revealed online within a few weeks of the contest ending. Winning clubs should allow up to 10 business days to receive their award if they are located in the United States, and up to 21 business days if they are outside of the United States.

Talk Up Toastmasters Award Recipients listed on District 25 Hall of Fame

Click here to view details on Toastmasters International website 

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Beat The Clock

Toastmasters Internaional
Club Membership Building Contest

Beat the Clock
Program Dates: May 1 – June 30

Toastmasters are taught to run meetings on time, finish speeches on time and reach membership goals on time. In that spirit, “Beat the Clock” is a great motivator for finishing the year on schedule—and with a bang. The goal for your club is to earn the “Beat the Clock” award! Make this a contest in your club to encourage every member to get involved. Clubs adding five new, dual or reinstated members during May and June receive a “Beat the Clock” ribbon to display on the club’s banner. In addition to the ribbon, qualifying clubs earn a special discount code for 10-percent off their next club order. (The discount code expires six months from the date of issue and is not valid with any other offer.)

Applications and payments for members who join between May 1 and June 30 must be received at World Headquarters or online no later than June 30. Each member’s join date as listed on the application must be for May or June. The addition of transfer and charter members does not count toward “Beat the Clock” credit.

The winning clubs will be revealed online within a few weeks of the contest ending. Winning clubs should allow up to 10 business days to receive their award if they are located in the United States, and up to 21 business days if they are outside of the United States

Beat the Clock Award Recipients listed on District 25 Hall of Fame

Click here to view details on Toastmasters International website

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Phoenix

Any club beginning the year with 12 or fewer members and building membership to charter strength (20) or greater
will receive the District 25 Phoenix Award ribbon that can be proudly displayed on their club’s banner.

Phoenix Award Recipients listed on District 25 Hall of Fame

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Outstanding Club Website Award

Have a great club website?

Check out details on club website award

Check out Hall of Fame – outstanding website award winners

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Promotions from previous years:

2017-2018
2016-2017
2015-2016
2014-2015
2013-2014
2012-2013
2011-2012