Dear Fellow Toastmasters,
I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for renewing your membership and for your unwavering commitment to our community. Your dedication truly inspires us all and is vital to our shared success.
As we look ahead to the months of October through December, I am thrilled to share several important announcements that will enhance our collective experience:
2023-2024 Hall of Fame Celebration
I invite you to join us on November 16 at the prestigious President Ronald Reagan Library. Your registration includes regular museum admission and a delicious Presidential BBQ lunch. Register Here to celebrate your remarkable achievements with us!
- Hall of Fame Celebration (9 AM – 12 PM): This is a moment for recognition and celebration of your hard work throughout the 2023-2024 Toastmasters year. Claim your awards and enjoy the camaraderie of your peers.
- Early Bird Club Officer Training (12 PM – 2 PM): Take advantage of this opportunity for in-person training in COT Round 2 and set the tone for your continued growth.
Incentives: New Renewal and Member Mentorship
I am excited to announce that we will soon introduce innovative incentives designed to support you from October 1 through December 31, 2024. Stay tuned for details—these initiatives are aimed at enriching your Toastmasters experience!
Focus for October to December
Let’s embark on a strategic campaign to boost new memberships and new club charters. Your engagement and support are essential in driving our growth and ensuring the future of our community.
Speech Contest Categories and Formats
All districts must hold the International Speech Contest, and can select additional contests each year which terminate at the District Level. Decisions about these are made by your District Council, which includes club Presidents, and Vice Presidents Education.
International Speech Contest (English)
All international contests shall be held in-person at the Area, Division, District, and International levels (semifinals and World Championship of Public Speaking). This is per Toastmasters International, see email – “Important 2024-2025 Speech Contest rule updates” on July 16, 2024.
2nd Speech Contest (English)
- Category: Table Topics.
- Format: all in-person from Area, Division to District.
- Decided by your District Council on September 14, 2024.
No 3rd Speech Contest: The District Council has decided not to hold a Third Speech Contest this year.
Base Camp Outage
Please be advised that Base Camp will be unavailable from October 9 to 25 as we prepare for an upgraded version. To facilitate a smooth transition, I encourage you to take the following actions:
- Download Project PDFs: Prior to October 9, use the “Print My Project” link on the “Your Evaluation” page to download full PDFs of any projects you wish to complete during the outage.
- Submit Completed Pathways Education: Have your VPEs approve any pending level completions and ensure that all completed Pathways education is submitted to Toastmasters International for credit before October 9 to maintain your records.
- Take Screenshots: Capture screenshots of your Base Camp accomplishments for future reference.
- Postpone Purchases: I recommend postponing the purchase of new paths or Speechcraft until the new Base Camp is launched.
For additional resources regarding the outage, please visit: Basecamp Outage Oct 9-24, 2024 – District 33 Toastmasters (d33tm.org).
For more information, I encourage you to explore:
For details on all other District events, please click this link: District 33 Official Calendar 2024-2025.
Thank you once again for your commitment to Toastmasters. Together, let’s make these upcoming months a period of growth, achievement, and celebration!
Best regards
Nico Martin, DTM
2024-2025 D33 District Director
2024-2025 D33 Focus: Empower, Transform, Excel