On Wednesday, June 26, 2024 the members of South County Toastmasters installed new officers to the Executive Committee for the July 2024 – December 2024 term. The new officers are: J.D. Perper, President; Debbie Young, Vice President of Education; Julie Zeitler, Vice President of Public Relations; Amy Kelemen, Vice President of Membership; Brent Stewart, Secretary; … Continue reading South County Toastmasters Installs New Officers for the July 2024 – December 2024 Term.
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Welcome New Member, Theresa Dobson!
On Wednesday, June 12, 2024, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Theresa Dobson into the Club as a new member. Her mentor will be Debbie Young. Welcome to the Club Theresa!
Welcome New Member, Haley Spencer!
On Wednesday, March 20, 2024, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Haley Spencer into the Club as a new member. Haley is shown above with Adam Fox, Club President. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Haley!
South County Toastmasters well represented at Area 4 International Speech Contest and Table Topics Contest.
On February 17, 2024, J.D. Perper and Patrick Hunt represented South County Toastmasters in the Area 4 International Speech Contest and Table Topics Contest. On March 6, 2024 District 8 Area Director, Sarah Dahm, presented awards to J.D. Perper and Patrick Hunt for taking second place. Shown above from left to right: Patrick Hunt, Sarah … Continue reading South County Toastmasters well represented at Area 4 International Speech Contest and Table Topics Contest.
Welcome New Member, Patrick Kelly!
On Wednesday, February 7, 2024, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Patrick Kelly into the Club as a new member. Patrick is shown above with Ashley Spraggs, Vice President of Membership. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Patrick!
International Speech Contest and Table Topics Contest, Club Level
On Wednesday, January 31, 2024, South County Toastmasters hosted an International Speech Contest and Table Topics Contest. Club members were entertained by the stories shared by the contest participants. The winners shown above from left to right: Patrick Hunt (Table Topics Contest, First Place, International Speech Contest, 2nd Place); J.D. Perper (International Speech Contest, First … Continue reading International Speech Contest and Table Topics Contest, Club Level
Welcome New Member Hope Dodson!
On Wednesday, January 10, 2024, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Hope Dodson into the Club as a new member. Hope is shown above on the left with her mentor Julie Zeitler. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Hope!
Congratulations to Susan McConnell
Congratulations to Susan McConnell for receiving awards for progress made in the Pathways program. Susan completed Presentation Mastery Levels 1 and 2. The members of South County Toastmasters commend Susan for her achievement!
South County Toastmasters Installs New Officers for the January 2024 – June 2024 Term.
On Wednesday, January 3, 2024 the members of South County Toastmasters installed new officers to the Executive Committee for the January 2024 - June 2024 term. The new officers are: Adam Fox, President; Debbie Young, Vice President of Education; Julie Zeitler, Vice President of Public Relations; Ashley Spraggs, Vice President of Membership; Patrick Hunt, Secretary; … Continue reading South County Toastmasters Installs New Officers for the January 2024 – June 2024 Term.
Welcome New Member Amy Kelemen!
On Wednesday, December 6, 2023, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Amy Kelemen into the Club as a new member. Amy is shown above with Club President Victor Mattison. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Amy!
Welcome New Member Chris Ruzicka!
On Wednesday, November 29, 2023, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Chris Ruzicka into the Club as a new member. Chris is shown above, on the left, with Club President Victor Mattison. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Chris!
Congratulations to Steve Burchett and Ashley Spraggs!
Congratulations to Steve Burchett and Ashley Spraggs for receiving awards for progress made in the Pathways program. Steve completed Pathways Persuasive Influence Level 2. Ashley completed Pathways Presentation Mastery Level 1. The members of South County Toastmasters commend Steve and Ashley for their achievements!
Congratulations Samira Mujdzic!
Congratulations Samira Mujdzic for completing Pathways Strategic Relationships Level 1. The members of South County Toastmasters commend Samira for her achievement!!
Welcome New Member, Andrew Held!
On Wednesday, July 19, 2023, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Andrew Held into the Club as a new member. He is shown below, on the right, with his mentor Patrick Hunt. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Andrew!
Congratulations Steve Burchett!
Congratulations Steve Burchett for completing Pathways Persuasive Influence Level 1. The members of South County Toastmasters commend Steve for his achievement!!
Congratulations Liz DeCamp!
Congratulations Liz DeCamp for completing Pathways Engaging Humor Level 1. The members of South County Toastmasters commend Liz for her achievement!!
Congratulations Jim Salih!
Congratulations Jim Salih for completing Pathways Effective Coaching Level 4. The members of South County Toastmasters commend Jim for his achievement!!
South County Toastmasters Installs New Officers for the July 2023 – December 2023 Term
On Wednesday, July 5, 2023, the members of South County Toastmasters installed new officers to the Executive Committee for the July 2023 –December 2023 term. The new officers are shown above from left to right: Jim Salih, Treasurer; Susan McConnell, Sergeant-at-Arms; Victor Mattison, President; Debbie Young, Vice President of Education; Melissa Baldwin, Vice President of … Continue reading South County Toastmasters Installs New Officers for the July 2023 – December 2023 Term
Welcome New Member, Ashley Spraggs!
On Wednesday, June 7, 2023, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Ashley Spraggs into the Club as a new member. Ashley is shown below, on the right, with her mentor, Debbie Young. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Ashley!
Welcome New Member, Kelli Richardson!
On Wednesday, April 19, 2023, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Kelli Richardson into the Club as a new member. Kelli is shown below, on the left, with her mentor, Julie Zeitler. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Kelli!
Welcome New Member, Vicky Kolaks!
On Wednesday, April 5, 2023, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Vicky Kolaks into the Club as a new member. Her mentor will be Liz DeCamp. Shown in this photo from left to right: Debbie Young, President and Vicky Kolaks. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Vicky!
Congratulations to Contest Winners – Bill Collier and Steve Burchett!
On March 22, 2023 Area Director, Brendan Akos, presented awards to Bill Collier and Steve Burchett for taking first place in the Area 4 Humorous Speech contest and International Speech contest held on February 11, 2023. On March 11, 2023, Bill and Steve competed in the Division A contests. Bill took first place and Steve … Continue reading Congratulations to Contest Winners – Bill Collier and Steve Burchett!
Herb Villaflores Earns Education Awards!
On Wednesday, March 22, 2023, Herb Villaflores was presented with educational awards for completing the following Pathways programs: Leadership Development; Presentation Mastery and Pathways Mentor Program. The members of South County Toastmasters commend Herb on his outstanding achievements!
Welcome New Member, Herb Villaflores
On Wednesday, February 8, 2023, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Herb Villaflores into the Club as a new member. His mentor will be Jim Salih. Welcome to the Club Herb!!
Welcome New Member, Hunter Brown
On Wednesday, February 15, 2023, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Hunter Brown into the Club as a new member. Hunter is shown above with President, Debbie Young. Victor Mattison will serve as Hunter's mentor. Welcome to South County Toastmasters!
South County Toastmasters Installs New Officers for the January 2023 – June 2023 Term
On Wednesday, January 4, 2023, the members of South County Toastmasters installed new officers to the Executive Committee for the January 2023 –June 2023 term. The new officers are shown above from left to right: Kathy Denton, Secretary; Patrick Hunt, Vice President of Public Relations; Debbie Young, President; Susan McConnell, Vice President of Membership; Charles … Continue reading South County Toastmasters Installs New Officers for the January 2023 – June 2023 Term
Congratulations J.D. Perper!
Congratulations J.D. Perper for completing Pathways Innovative Planning, Levels 3, 4 and 5 and Pathways Presentation Mastery, Levels 4 and 5. The members of South County Toastmasters commend J.D. for his achievements!!
Welcome Returning Member, Samira Mujdzic
On Wednesday, December 7, 2022, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Samira Mujdzic into the Club as a returning member. Samira is shown, on the right, with her mentor Susan McConnell. Welcome back to the Club Samira!
Meeting Minutes December 7, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Christmas Wishes Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the minutes from the November 30, 2022, meeting. The minutes were approved as posted. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes December 7, 2022
Congratulations to Victor Mattison!
Congratulations to Victor Mattison for completing Pathways Dynamic Leadership, Level 1. The members of South County Toastmasters commend Victor for his achievement!!
Welcome New Member, Jackie Compton
On Wednesday, November 30, 2022, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Jackie Compton into the Club as a new member. Jackie is shown, on the right, with her mentor Debbie Young. Welcome to the Club Jackie!
Welcome New Member, Deborah Weniger!
On Wednesday, November 30, 2022, the members of South County Toastmasters inducted Deborah Weniger into the Club as a new member. Her mentor will be Debbie Young. Welcome to South County Toastmasters Deborah!
Meeting Minutes November 30, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Comfort and Joy Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the minutes from the November 16, 2022, meeting. One correction was emailed to … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 30, 2022
Meeting Minutes November 16, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: General Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the minutes from the November 9, 2022, meeting. The minutes were approved as posted. Officer … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 16, 2022
Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Winners and Losers Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the minutes from the last 2 meetings, October 26, 2022 and November 2, … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 9, 2022
Meeting Minutes November 2, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: America’s Pastimes Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young stated the minutes of last week’s meeting were not sent out this week. The minutes of the October 26, 2022 meeting will be approved next week.. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes November 2, 2022
South County Toastmasters Sponsors a Halloween Open House, October 26, 2022
On Wednesday, October 26, 2022, South County Toastmasters hosted a special meeting and open house to celebrate Halloween. Club members spoke about the history of Halloween in in the United States along with scary stories and favorite memories of trick-or-treating and dressing up for Halloween. Everyone was encouraged to wear a costume and to bring … Continue reading South County Toastmasters Sponsors a Halloween Open House, October 26, 2022
Meeting Minutes October 26, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Halloween Open House Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the meeting minutes of October 19, 2022. The minutes were approved as posted. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 26, 2022
Meeting Minutes October 19, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Hard, Heavy Work in the Backyard Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the meeting minutes of October 12, 2022. The minutes were … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 19, 2022
Meeting Minutes October 12, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Creativity Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the meeting minutes of September 28, 2022 and October 5, 2022 . The minutes were … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 12, 2022
South County Toastmasters celebrates 47th Anniversary
On October 5, 2022, the members of South County celebrated the 47th anniversary of the founding of the Club. Members and former members were invited to share stories and memories of their experiences with South County Toastmasters. A former member, Carl Hendrickson, spoke of how the founder of the Club, Howard Brandt, established South County … Continue reading South County Toastmasters celebrates 47th Anniversary
Meeting Minutes October 5, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Founder’s Day Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young Officer Reports: President: Debbie Young. Beginning next week, there will be a new link to access the Club meetings on Zoom. Debbie will email the new link to all Club … Continue reading Meeting Minutes October 5, 2022
Brian Berman earns an Engineering Position
Club member Brian Berman announced he has accepted a position with Acciona Energy as a renewable energy engineer. Even though he will be moving out of the St. Louis area, he will maintain his Club membership and will attend the meetings on Zoom. The members of South County Toastmasters wish him success in this new … Continue reading Brian Berman earns an Engineering Position
Congratulations to Steve Burchett
Congratulations to Steve Burchett for earning Levels 3 and 4 Pathways Awards. Steve completed the Visionary Communication Path. The members of South County Toastmasters commend you for your achievement!!
Meeting Minutes September 28, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Overcoming Adversity Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the meeting minutes of September 21, 2022. The minutes were approved as posted. Officer … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 28, 2022
Meeting Minutes September 21, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Last Day of Summer Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the meeting minutes of September 14, 2022. The minutes were approved as … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 21, 2022
Meeting Minutes September 14, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Falling into Fall Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the meeting minutes of September 7, 2022. The minutes were approved as posted. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 14, 2022
Welcome Melissa Baldwin
On Wednesday, September 7, 2022, the members of South County Toastmasters welcomed former SCTM member Melissa Baldwin as a returning member. Her mentor will be Debbie Young. Welcome back Melissa!!
Meeting Minutes September 7, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: Fame Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the meeting minutes of August 31, 2022. The minutes were approved as posted. Officer Reports: … Continue reading Meeting Minutes September 7, 2022
Meeting Minutes August 31, 2022
South County Toastmasters Club 1957 Meeting Type/Theme: All Table Topics Meeting Location: Sunset Hills Community Center and Zoom Call to Order: 6:00 PM Presiding Officer: Debbie Young President Debbie Young asked if there were any corrections or additions to be made to the meeting minutes of August 24, 2022. The minutes were approved as posted. … Continue reading Meeting Minutes August 31, 2022
