Almost every Pathways learning path includes the Communication Style project — and for good reason! It’s one of those aha-moment experiences where you learn not only how you naturally communicate, but also how to better connect with people who “speak” a little differently than you do. The project starts with a quick questionnaire that reveals … Continue reading Discovering Your Communication Style – With a Twist!
Author: Debbie Young
Try This at Home!
A few weeks ago, our club held an online-only meeting while the community center was in use. What could have been a routine virtual gathering turned into something fresh and inspiring. Victor Mattison stepped into the evaluator role for Jake Mondschein’s speech—and he added a twist none of us had seen before. Instead of delivering … Continue reading Try This at Home!
How Do I Learn Leadership Skills in Toastmasters?
That’s an excellent question. Toastmasters offers a wide range of opportunities to develop and strengthen your leadership abilities in a supportive and practical environment. A great starting point is to volunteer for a short-term committee—such as one responsible for organizing an open house. Serving on a committee helps you build essential skills like collaboration, team … Continue reading How Do I Learn Leadership Skills in Toastmasters?
New Officers Inducted
Division A Director, Jim Zboran, attended the Wednesday, July 2nd meeting to induct our newest officers. Incoming officers include: President: Brent Stewart Vice President of Education: Jim Salih Vice President of Membership: Vicky Kolaks Vice President of Public Relations: Debbie Young Secretary: Sylvia Awondatu Treasurer: Nicholas Murphy Sargent at Arms: Brian Scarpace
Patrick Hunt Takes First in Division A Evaluation Contest
Patrick Hunt took first in the Division A evaluation contest today. He will advance to the District 8 contest in April at the spring conference.
South County Toastmasters Shine at the Area 5 Speech Contest
J.D. Perper takes first place in the Area 5 International speech contest and Andrew Held takes second place. Patrick Hunt takes first place in the evaluation contest. J.D. and Patrick will advance to the Division A contest to be held Saturday, March 8th @ 10:00 am.
Meeting Minutes June 28, 2023
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Around the World Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:30 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young informed us that the minutes of the last meetings have been posted. She asked if there were any corrections or additions. The minutes were approved … Continue reading Meeting Minutes June 28, 2023
Meeting Minutes May 31, 2023
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: All Table Topics + Joke Off Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:30 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young Committees: Rob VanWinkle, member of the Nominating Committee Steve announced the slate of officers for the next term. President: Victor Mattison VP Education: Debbie Young … Continue reading Meeting Minutes May 31, 2023
Meeting Minutes April 26, 2023
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: The Greatest Generation, The Silent Generation, The Baby Boomer Generation, Generation X, Millennials, Generation Z, Gen Alpha: The Showndown - Can't we all just get along? Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:30 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if … Continue reading Meeting Minutes April 26, 2023
Meeting Minutes March 29, 2023
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type: Speechathon (no oral evaluations) Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:30 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young Announcements: President: Debbie Young. The club has earned all 10 points in the Distinguished Club Program. VPE: Adam Fox. Steve Burchett - Level 5 of Visionary CommunicationsJackie Compton … Continue reading Meeting Minutes March 29, 2023
South County Toastmasters Shines at Division A Speech Contest
Saturday, March 11th, two members of our club competed at the Division A speech contest. Bill Collier took first place in the Humorous Contest and will advance to the District Contest. Steve Burchett took third place in the International Contest. Congratulations Bill and Steve for your excellent performance!
Congratulations Steve & Bill!
Both Steve Burchett and Bill Collier were victorious today in the Area 4 Speech Contest. Steve Burchett took first in the International Contest delivering an inspirational speech titled Quiet Brilliance. Bill Collier took first in the Humorous Contest delivering a hilarious speech filled with antics about his dogs. Both members will go on to participate … Continue reading Congratulations Steve & Bill!
Halloween Open House!
We're having a special "Open House" Halloween meeting, and you're invited! Date: Wed, Oct 26th at 5:30pm, meeting at 6pmPlace: Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S Lindbergh, St Louis MO 63127 Details:Each Toastmasters meeting is an opportunity to practice communication and grow leadership skills in a safe, encouraging environment. On Oct 26 we especially welcome … Continue reading Halloween Open House!
Member Spotlight: Steve Burchett
Each meeting, a few members take on different "roles" like joke-master, evaluator, or time-keeper to keep things moving smoothly. In the months after joining us in 2021, Steve delivered a few speeches and took his turn at every role but one. In May of '22, Steve served in that final role as "Toastmaster" — acting … Continue reading Member Spotlight: Steve Burchett
John Cleary Passes Away
South County Toastmaster John Cleary passed away August 19th, 2021. Excerpt from his obituary: John was a lover of words, both written and spoken. A prolific, talented writer and published author – John had a true passion and gift for writing. His command of the English language was rivaled only by his command of a … Continue reading John Cleary Passes Away
Callie Koehr Earns a Teaching Position
Callie Koehr just started a new position as a kindergarten teacher in the Northwest R-1 District. She has worked as a classroom assistant. Callie is thrilled to have her own class. South County Toastmasters wishes her the best of luck!
South County Toastmasters Adopts Owl
Little Howard the Owl Pro South County Toastmasters club members contributed funds to purchase an Owl Pro. The club wanted to have a simple solution to offer high-quality hybrid meetings. The Owl Pro is a video conferencing camera that provides a 360° view of the room and automatically pans around to focus on who’s talking. … Continue reading South County Toastmasters Adopts Owl
South County Toastmasters was well represented at the Area 4 Table Topics and International Speech Contests
By Kat Higashino The first virtual Area 4 speech contest was held on February 6, 2021. Jim Salih represented South County Toastmasters in Area 4 for both Table Topics® and the International Speech Contest. Additionally, his South County Toastmasters colleague, George Kiser, participated in the International Speech Contest. In their speeches, Jim Salih and George … Continue reading South County Toastmasters was well represented at the Area 4 Table Topics and International Speech Contests
Meeting Minutes November 18, 2020
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) - November 18, 2020 Meeting Date: November 18, 2020 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular meeting - Theme: Thanksgiving Meeting Location: Hybrid Meeting - Some attending in person at the Sunset Hills Community Center, Some attending via Zoom Called to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Jerry Paul Submitted By: JD Perper and Jerry … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 18, 2020
Congratulations to Patrick Hunt
On Nov 18th, 2020, Congratulations to Patrick Hunt for earning Level 1 Pathways Awards. Patrick completed the Presentation Mastery Path. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievement!!
Welcome New Member Nancy Alba
On Wednesday, November 18th, 2020, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Nancy Alba into the Club as a new member. Sandy Roll will serve as his mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Nancy!!
Congratulations to Susan McConnell
Congratulations to Susan McConnell for earning a Pathway Awards. Susan completed Level 2 of the Visionary Communications Path. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievement!!
Congratulations to Brent Stewart and P.V.
Congratulations to Brent Stewart and Prathyush Viasaroopan (P.V.) for earning Pathways Awards. Both Brent and P.V. completed Level 2 of the Effective Coaching Path. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievements!!
Welcome New Member Jeff Hoehn
On Wednesday, October 14th, 2020, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Jeff Hoehn into the Club as a new member. Jim Salih will serve as his mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Jeff!!
Congratulations to Kathy Denton
Congratulations to Kathy Denton for completing Persuasive Influence level 3. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievement!!
Welcome New Members Elizabeth (Liz) DeCamp and Tim Davis
Liz DeCamp On Wednesday, September 23th, 2020, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Elizabeth (Liz) DeCamp and Tim Davis into the Club as new members. Debbie Young will serve as Liz’s mentor and Robert VanWinkle will serve as Tim’s mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Liz and Tim!!
Welcome New Member Elisa Wong
On Wednesday, September 16th, 2020, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Elisa Wong into the Club as a new member. Susan McConnell will serve as her mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Elisa!!
Welcome New Member Callie Koehr
On Wednesday, September 9th, 2020, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Callie Koehr into the Club as a new member. Brent Stewart will serve as her mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Callie!!
Congratulations to Jackie Haar
Congratulations to Jackie Haar. She completed Pathways Team Collaboration Level 1. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievement!!
Congratulations to Victor Mattison
Rob VanWinkle, DTM and Howard Brandt, DTM pose with Victor Mattison, DTM Congratulations to Victor Mattison. He earned 4 milestones – High Performance Leadership, Advanced Leader Silver, and Distinguished Toastmaster! Congratulations on achieving these goals!
Congratulations to JD Perper, Susan McConnell and Kim Bond
Congratulations to JD Perper, Susan McConnell and Kim Bond for earning Pathways Awards. JD completed Level 1 of the Innovative Planning Path, Susan completed Level 1 of the Visionary Communications Path and Kim completed Level 1 of the Presentation Mastery Path. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievements!!
Congratulations to P.V.
Congratulations to Prathyush Viasaroopan (P.V.) for earning Level 1 of the Effective Coaching Path. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievements!!
Welcome New Member Keith Page
On Wednesday, July 8th, 2020, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Keith Page into the Club as a new member. Victor Mattison will serve as his mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Keith!!
Congratulations to Jim Bubash, Victor Mattison, Sean Sheehan, Jim Salih and Patrick Hunt
Three members in SCTM earned awards in the traditional education program: Jim Bubash – Advanced Leader BronzeVictor Mattison – Advanced Communicator GoldSean Sheehan – Competent Leader Congratulations on achieving this goal! Congratulations to Jim Salih and Patrick Hunt for earning Pathways Awards. Jim completed Level 1 of the Effective Coaching Path and Patrick completed Level … Continue reading Congratulations to Jim Bubash, Victor Mattison, Sean Sheehan, Jim Salih and Patrick Hunt
Meeting Minutes April 1, 2020
Meeting Date:April 1, 2020Meeting Theme:Roll with the punchesMeeting Location:Virtual Meeting via ZoomCalled to Order:7:00 PMPresiding Officer:Kathy Denton, Acting PresidentSubmitted By:Jim Salih Officers' Reports: There were no minutes from the meeting of March 25 to approve. Patrick Hunt reported that there were at least 5 members who he felt were not renewing their membership and there … Continue reading Meeting Minutes April 1, 2020
Leave Feedback for a Member in Base Camp
As we tread into new territory of participating in online meetings, we don't have to stop giving our speakers feedback. You can leave feedback for any member, any time in Base Camp. Following is a short video to walk you through the process: Post Feedback for a Member in Pathways
No Toastmaster Meeting at Metlife Wed, Nov 6th
South County Toastmasters will be visiting the MAC Toastmaster Club this week.
Meeting Minutes October 9, 2019
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: 10/09/2019 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: New Adventures Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Victor Mattison, President Officer Reports: ● Victor Mattison - Minutes approved with amendments. Committee Reports: ● Jim Salih - Youth Toastmasters graduation takes place on November … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 9, 2019
Meeting Minutes October 2, 2019
Meeting Date: 10/02/2019 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: The Pursuit of Happiness Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Victor Mattison, President Officer Reports: Victor Mattison - No corrections to the meeting minutes from last week. Approved as submitted. Victor Mattison - Open house is next week. Please consider … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 2, 2019
Meeting Minutes September 25, 2019
Meeting Date: 09/25/2019 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: Back to School Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Victor Mattison, President Officer Reports: President –Victor Mattison- Meeting minutes from last week - approved with one correction.10/09 There will be an open house here at Met Life. Sarah … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 25, 2019
Meeting Minutes July 17, 2019
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: July 17th, 2019 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: Cars Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:00 PM Presiding Officer: Victor Mattison, President Officer Reports: President –Victor Mattison- No corrections to the meeting minutes from last week. Approved as submitted.President – Victor Mattison – … Continue reading Meeting Minutes July 17, 2019
Pathways Training Night a Success
South County Toastmasters hosted a Pathways training meeting, Wednesday, May 29th. Members brought their laptops to follow along. The attendees included nine members enrolled in Pathways and six members not enrolled. Tom Terrific kicked off the session with twelve tips on getting started and navigating Base Camp. He provided information on obtaining your password, allowing … Continue reading Pathways Training Night a Success
Toastmasters Adds New Engaging Humor Path
Pathways is the new Toastmasters education program that rolled out in our District just a year ago this month. The program was originally made up of ten educational paths you can follow. This month, Toastmasters has added an eleventh path, Engaging Humor. If you have been holding off on joining Pathways and you enjoy making … Continue reading Toastmasters Adds New Engaging Humor Path
Meeting Minutes January 30, 2019
Meeting Minutes South County Toastmasters (#1957) Meeting Date: January 30th, 2019 Meeting Type/Theme: Regular Meeting – Theme: Meeting Location: Metropolitan Life Building Called to Order: 7:04 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young, President Officer Reports: President –Debbie Young- No corrections to the meeting minutes from last week. Approved as submitted. President – Debbie Young – reminded … Continue reading Meeting Minutes January 30, 2019
Navigating Pathways
District 8 has recently released a video that walks members through logging into Pathways and navigating to your chosen path. As always, feel free to contact your VPE if you have questions about Pathways.
Two Reasons Every Toastmaster Should Sign Up for Pathways
# 1 An opportunity to leave feedback for members Base Camp allows you to send feedback to a member enrolled in Pathways at any time. Of course, you can leave handwritten feedback during club meetings on the small evaluation slips. There are times you may be fulfilling a role during the meeting and don't have … Continue reading Two Reasons Every Toastmaster Should Sign Up for Pathways
Pathways: Completing Your Ice Breaker
You've selected your path and you've completed your ice breaker. What's next? Before you can move on there is a required step and some optional steps. Required: Perform a post assessment. If you re-launch your project, one of the last slides should prompt you to take a quick self-assessment of your skills. It is the … Continue reading Pathways: Completing Your Ice Breaker
Pathways Q&A
Q: Do I get credit for meeting roles in Pathways? A: Yes, for some of the roles. You are required to complete, Table Topicsmaster, Evaluator and Toastmaster to complete level three of your path. Keep in mind, every meeting roles serves an important function in executing a successful Toastmaster meeting! Q: How do I get … Continue reading Pathways Q&A
Carl Hendrickson Earns Gold
Carl Hendrickson, DTM, earned his Advanced Communicator Gold award, after co-teaching a Speechcraft course with Jim Salih. Congratulations, Carl!
Speech & Evaluation Contest Winners
Wednesday, February 28th, South County Toastmasters hosted an International Speech and Evaluation Contest. Susan McConnell took first place in the International Speech Contest and Max Kaiser took first place in the Evaluation Contest. Both will advance to Area Contest on Saturday, March 31st. Kathy Denton took second place in the International Speech Contest and Adam … Continue reading Speech & Evaluation Contest Winners
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