[Executives] Question and Contest

[Kevin Wang]

Hello all,

Thanks everyone for their suggestions.

I think another route that we can go is to suggest to him and his mother
that perhaps getting involved in similar programs at school, such as drama,
or debate is a better fit for him. These activities all require public
speaking, and they are much more interactive. I think that way he will have
the chance to take on some leadership positions in his school as well.

Kevin



On 10/21/07, Gary Fuhr <gary at fuhr.ca> wrote:
>
>  Micheal & Kate,
>
>
>
> I personally do not know of any Youth Leadership programs, although I'm
> sure there must be because I do recall hearing about something some years
> ago.  However, if I remember correctly it was through UBC and was quite
> expensive.  As you say, it depends on what the young man's intentions are.
> If required, I'm sure I could track down something.
>
>
>
> Gary.
>
>
>
> *From:* executives-bounces at metrospeakers.org [mailto:
> executives-bounces at metrospeakers.org] *On Behalf Of *Michael Anthony
> *Sent:* Thursday, October 18, 2007 10:53 PM
> *To:* 'Kate Jang'
> *Cc:* 'Toastmaster Executive'
> *Subject:* Re: [Executives] Question and Contest
>
>
>
> Hi Kate,
>
>
>
> Yes, I wanted to go to the competition too, but I guess I'll have to
> settle for watching the Central North Division contest here in Chicago. I
> was the timer on Wednesday night. David Kim, our VP Education at Extreme
> Toastmasters came in second place in the evaluation contest. We had a very
> good turnout to support him and I do hope that Wayne gets that same support.
> He certainly deserves it!
>
>
>
> About your question on the minimum age requirements, Toastmasters does
> require that its members are 18 years or older. That's for the sake of the
> member as it is for the club. People interested in joining a club who are
> under 18 years old are usually better served by joining a Youth Leadership
> group instead. These groups are held in a series of eight sessions, which is
> a lot like the Speechcraft sessions that many clubs use to build new
> members, but they have special training to facilitate public speaking among
> younger people. Here are a few links to the Toastmasters site for some more
> info on this program:
> http://www.toastmasters.org/Members/MemberExperience/SatellitePrograms_1/YouthLeadership.aspx
>
>
> http://www.toastmasters.org/ToastmastersMagazine/ToastmasterArchive/2007/May/Articles/Teaching.aspx
>
>
>
> Gary, as VP Education, do you have any info about any Youth Leadership
> programs that might be happening within District 21 this year? It's best to
> find out what this young man's intentions are first. But if he's serious
> about this then maybe he'd like to start a youth leadership group with a
> club sponsor? I bet that the Lt. Governor of Education for District 21 would
> be a good resource if it is something he's like to pursue.
>
>
>
> Best regards,
>
>
>
> Michael Anthony
>
> Past President
>
> MetroSpeakers Toastmasters #4371
>
> www.metrospeakers.org
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> T: 312-957-6068
>
> C: 773-494-2381
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>
>
>
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>
> *From:* executives-bounces at metrospeakers.org [mailto:
> executives-bounces at metrospeakers.org] *On Behalf Of *Kate Jang
> *Sent:* Friday, October 19, 2007 12:27 AM
> *To:* executives at metrospeakers.org
> *Subject:* [Executives] Question and Contest
>
>
>
> Hi,
>
> I wonder how the contest was tonight. I wanted to go, but decided to stay
> at the club.
>
> Anyway, I have a question. Today, a mother and a son told me they wanted
> to join our club. They didn't bring money today, so they are going to apply
> next week.
> But, the son is 15 years old. So, I checked VP membership manual, Toast
> Master International indicated that member should be 18 years older.
>
> Does anybody know what's the background of this age limitation? So I can
> explain to them well if we can not accept the son's application.
>
> Thanks, Kate
>
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