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District 26 - Serving Colorado, Wyoming and Western Nebraska

Connect the Dots...for Your Club with Effective Officer Training

Districts must train club officers twice per year. Second Training: Between November 1 and February 28

Round 2 Club Officer Training started in District 26 on November 2.  Upcoming Club Officer Training sessions for Round 2 are listed below.

Incentive: Clubs that successfully train all seven officer roles will be entered into a drawing to win two complimentary conference passes for the President and Vice President Education (VPE) for the Annual Conference taking place from May 2 to 4.

Explore these valuable resources created to assist you in guiding your club toward excellence.
Discover More Resources and handouts presented during round 1 training sessions.

The Importance of Club Officer Training

Fostering Leadership and Quality

Effective club officer training is essential for creating a thriving club environment. It helps officers understand their roles, meet the needs of members, and showcase the benefits of Toastmasters to guests.

Training also plays a crucial role in leadership development at both the club and district levels. It provides officers with the skills and resources needed to lead successfully and contribute to the overall success of the district.

Comprehensive Training

Our training covers all aspects of club officer roles and responsibilities, ensuring a well-rounded understanding.

Networking Opportunities

Connect with fellow club officers, share experiences, and build a supportive community.

Round 2 In-Person & Online Sessions

Handouts and/or Video recordings  if provided and available,  can be found on this D26 Website page: https://www.d26toastmasters.org/training/handouts-resources-club-officer-training-sessions/

Club Officer Training Incentive – Round 2

Clubs that successfully train all seven officer roles will be entered into a drawing to win two complimentary conference passes for the President and Vice President Education (VPE) for the Annual Conference taking place from May 2 to 4. 

7 MORE CLUB OFFICER TRAINING SESSIONS ADDED- All are online and interactive

 Click plus sign on right to register for each session

Saturday, February 8 - 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

    ENCORE PRESENTATION OF PATHWAYS DURING THE FIRST HOUR, followed by Role specific training during the 2nd hour.

All club officers are now Base Camp Managers.  You can help your club members succeed in meeting their goals with the new, user-friendly Pathways platform. 

Please register at:  https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8yvIBrCjSg-y9SboWu_-jA

Wednesday, February 12 - 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM

COT Finish Strong!

Come join this session to gain insights on what you and your club can achieve by June 30th.  Our experienced team of trainers will help you chart your course.  Set your club up for success!

Please Register here:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/w7K1pVl2RZS7sUZEKLiXrA

Thursday, February 13 - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

COT Pathways Made Easy – Beginners Workshop

This workshop is for new Toastmasters or Toastmasters who are not familiar with Pathways. Pathways training experts from District 70 in Australia, Val Wilkinson and Victoria Dalglish, DTM have agreed to lead this workshop.  Val and Victoria will ease you into understanding the new, user-friendly Toastmasters education platform.  You may become as passionate about Pathways as they are!

Please register at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8rd2e2L6Q_GLQSk_A_flFw

Monday, February 17 - 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

COT Quality Meetings – Online Clubs

You’re in for an engaging Club Officer Training (COT)!   The focus of this COT is Online Clubs — but officers from in-person and hybrid clubs  will also benefit from the workshop.  All club officers are welcome. Guest presenter, Matt Villella, DTM, Program Quality Director for District 106 in Canada, will provide steps and strategies to make your online club meetings fun and inspiring!  You will go away from this COT with practical ideas for quality meetings and quality clubs.
Please pre-register at: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/_3Nb1VK9RRKe8IxGnG5ArQ
Thursday, February 20 - 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM

COT Corporate Club Officer Training Online

Back by popular demand!   Empowering Great Speakers Toastmasters Club is offering Corporate Club Officer Training for the third year in a row.  Learn what it takes to be a President’s Distinguished Club in the corporate environment.   While this training is tailored to corporate club officers and members, community club officers and members are also welcome.
By attending this training, you will have the opportunity to develop real-world leadership skills, form support networks with your peers, and take away knowledge and ideas which can help you succeed in your role.
Please Pre-Register here.
Thursday, February 24 - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

COT Make Pathways Work for You!

This workshop is for Toastmasters who want to improve their public speaking skills, but have been disenchanted with Pathways.

Pathways training experts from District 70 in Australia:  Val Wilkinson (Pathways Lead) and Victoria Dalglish, DTM will lead this inspirational workshop.  

 Please register here:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/F-xTiddeQhScjt7M01c4vw

Tuesday, February 25 - 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Last Chance COT  hosted by Denver Division

Come join us!
This may be your last chance to attend a COT this year.  (The last day to complete 2nd round training is Feb 28.)
Besides learning secrets to building club engagement, your club may be entered into a drawing for 2 free passes to D26’s conference May 2-4.  To enter the drawing, have all 7 officer positions trained by Feb 28.

Register here to attend this great training opportunity.
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Y2iDCgsrRt2A4a4M0SlqUQ

Thursday, January 2, 2025 – 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM MST

COT Online Club Officer Training — New Pathways!

Start the New Year off with online Club Officer Training on January 2.  Even if you’ve already attended a second round COT, come join us to learn more about the New Pathways!  The first hour will focus on Base Camp Management (since all club officers are now Base Camp Managers).

Our presenters are Pathways training experts from District 70 in Australia:  Val Wilkinson (Pathways Lead) and Victoria Dalglish, DTM.  They will ease you into the new Base Camp platform.  You may become as passionate about Pathways as they are!

The first hour will focus on the role of Base Camp Manager (since all club officers are now Base Camp Managers).  Club Officer roles will be covered during the second hour of training.
Your Google Confirmation email will contain the Zoom link needed to log in.

January 2 – Use this Handout for Notetaking

Session recordings for Pathways and the COT Overview of each officer role can be found here on the handouts resources page.

Club Officer Training Incentive – Round 1

Enter a drawing for two free conference passes to the District 26 Annual Conference in May. Train all 7 club officer positions during Round 1 Club Officer Training by August 31st for a chance to win conference passes for your Club President and V.P. Education. 

Congratulations to these 22 Clubs that earned the First Round Club Officer Incentive - to be entered into the Conference Drawing:

List of 22 Clubs Entered in the Incentive Drawing

* * * *WESTSIDE SPEAKEASY TOASTMASTERS CLUB * * * * is the winner of the First Round Training of two 2025 District 26 Conference Tickets!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!

The Importance of Club Officer Training

What Our Officers Say

Attending the Club Officer Training was a game-changer for me. It provided me with the tools and confidence to lead my club effectively. The networking opportunities were invaluable. – Jay Morrison, Club President

Jay Morrison

The training sessions were incredibly insightful. I learned so much about my role and how to support my fellow officers. Our club has seen significant improvements since attending. – Keith Horowitz, Vice President Membership

Keith Horowitz

As a second-term officer, the training offered me new strategies and ideas that I hadn’t considered before. It was a fantastic refresher and helped me tackle ongoing challenges. – Ann Hill,  Vice President Education

Ann Hill
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