D56 Members Matter Most | December Meeting
D56 Members Matter Most | December Meeting Join us for Special Guest Speaker: Matt Kinsey, DTM, International President-Elect 2021-2022 Also speaking will be our D56 Leaders – Division P Director, Elizabeth Ruiz, DTM and All Star Club Officer Qiana Preston, EC5. December 16th at 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm CST | Zoom ID: 899 8276 […]
Division L November Highlights
It was an exciting month in November with Division L’s planning of the Fall Humorous Speech Contest. After all the area contests, the division contest was held on November 9 with a virtual black-tie event. After the red carpet welcome of dignitaries, toastmasters, and guests, also listening and laughing from amazing speakers, the winner of […]
New Pathways Level 1 is Here
“Four years after the launch of Pathways, Toastmasters has released member-driven improvements to the program’s core Level 1. There is a fresh focus on public speaking basics in this level, which is the foundational first step all Toastmasters take in any of the 11 education options in Pathways.”
Toastmasters Branding with Jessica Mobeck
“Toastmasters Branding with Jessica Mobeck” is a complement to the D56 Messenger article by Stacey Butler, Social Media Chair (October edition). Jessica is the Marketing Project Coordinator for Toastmasters International and the organization’s brand specialist. Vice president public relations, club officers and/or members who create Toastmasters posters, flyers, manage club websites, and post on social […]
October D56 Messenger Now Available
The October issue of the D56 Messenger — featuring articles from all three members of the Trio and Elizabeth Ruiz, DTM, Division P Director — is available to download now!
“Figure it Out for Yourself” by Lance Miller
Lance Miller, DTM, 2005 World Champion of Public Speaking shares how incompetencies are converted into competencies because as Toastmasters we’re given opportunities to “Figure it Out for Yourself.” This video was contributed by Pam McCown, DTM, Region 2 Advisor and District 56 “godmother.”
Announcing the Fall Speech Contest
Announcing the Fall 2021 District 56 Fall Speech Contest, to be held via Zoom on December 11, 2021! Download a PDF copy of the Humorous Speech Contest Kit here. Be sure to contact your Area Director to find out the date your Area contest will be held.
2020-2021 Fact Sheet
What is the average age of a member of Toastmasters International? What is the male to female ratio of membership? What percentage say they have become more confident and effective speakers? Learn these facts and more from the 2020-2021 Fact Sheet from Toastmasters International!
Announcing Find-A-Club Profile Process Change
The District 56 PRM Team presents an easy way for clubs within the District to update or add important information to their Club Profiles on the District 56 website. Please note that, due to the time involved and based upon demand, it may take up to 5-7 days to process your request.
Class of 2020-2021 Distinguished Toastmaster Ceremony
Did you miss the Class of 2020-2021 Distinguished Toastmaster ceremony? No worries. For photos: https://photos.app.goo.gl/oWsX1ckJdJhJ1RxUA For short video tribute: https://youtu.be/PJCXoc80Wjg For complete DTM recording: https://youtu.be/_HIqWAK7elY