This update complements the email sent to all members on 20 April. The email high lighted  several very important issues needing all members' attention.

We have exactly 70 days to 30 June when our performance for the year will be assessed by World Headquarters. Seventy days is a good solid period in which to clinch the achievements for which District 80 is well-known. The pursuit of excellence and the sharing of success have become our hallmark. I strongly urge you to turbo-charge your efforts as we enter the final laps! 

Let us review what our District has focused on in March and April. 

I.  TOASTMASTERS AWARENESS MONTHS 

March and April were designated Toastmasters Awareness Months in an attempt to share information with members of the public. Divisions H and K as well as Division T were encouraged to hold separate events.

In Singapore, a Press Release was issued with a package containing details of Speech Contests, Speech Crafts, and chapter meetings. A special demonstration meeting was also conducted.  

Macau had a very successful series of events built around the visit of Lance Miller, current World Champion of Public Speaking. Great public relations work resulted in a live interview on TV and a press conference. Furthermore, there was a workshop with more than 300 Macau university students in attendance, and a seminar for a 100-strong audience. Well done, Macau TMC! 

II. ANNUAL CONVENTION [SINGAPORE 19 - 21 May] 

Twenty-eight days to this glorious event! If you haven't signed up, this would be the moment to do it. The Organising Committee is really working very hard indeed. They promise a sensational event and have even arranged for fairies lend their magical support! 

Important Point to Note: All members of the District Council (or Proxy Holders) may attend the District Council meeting on 19 May whether or not they are registered for the Convention. Exercise your rights and responsibilities. Ensure that our District will benefit from the best leadership for the next term! 

III. Club & Membership Dues 

The table below gives the updated figures (accurate as of 18 April). I thank every one of you and Club Treasurers & Officers who took care to ensure that dues were paid on time.  

Total Clubs July 1            199           Active Clubs to Date         201           Paid Clubs to Date           201           Goals for June 30            204       District is behind            3

Membership Payment Base               11241      Membership Payments to Date            8955     Goal for June 30                                 11465      District is behind                         2510

IV. Education & Training Achievements 

Heartiest congratulations to all our achievers! The list of names, available under 'District Performance' in the TI website, is far too long to reprint. We share your pride in your personal achievements! We still have quite a way to go to the finish line [see table below]. If you are almost there, double ... no, treble ...  your efforts. Aim for excellence as you work towards achieving your personal goals! Your Club stands to gain too when you do. 

The District's Achievers Day will be held in early June. Watch for details and come help us celebrate the successes of our members. Take advantage of a larger supportive audience to complete your P10s and AP10s. It's a great feeling! 

V.  NEW CLUBS CHARTERED  

We warmly welcome the following new members of our District family. They are presented in the table below. We highly commend everyone - sponsors, mentors, sponsoring clubs, and officers - who were instrumental in their successful charter. Continue to guide them as they embark on their exciting Toastmasters journey. 

Our District now has a total of 14 new clubs. Several more are on the way. 

Do you have any leads you'd like us to explore with you? Give us a call. Let's work together on all possible avenues to bring the benefits of the movement to more people. 

VI: SPEECH CONTESTS AT AN ALL-TIME HIGH!

Several Division Contests are now over. Judging by the contests I have personally attended, the performances of all Area and Division Champions have definitely reached a new high! Congratulations to each and everyone of you for your excellent achievements! It will be a truly spectacular District Grand Finals at the Annual Convention!   

VII: OTHER NEWS IN BRIEF 

        The third edition of Impetus80 has been distributed to clubs. It has also been placed on our District Website. Copies have been formally submitted to WHQ for the Top Five Newsletter Contest. We are optimistic we will be successful! Well done, DPRO Lin Ming, contributors, and helpers! 

    Division L Conference 22 April: This conference looks set to be yet another valuable memorable event for which Division L is well-known. For details contact Division Governor Ivy Lum at 65341214 or ivylum@hotmail.com. 

      Upcoming Speech Contests: Divisions H, K, & Z on 22 April; Division T on 24 April; Division L, S & U on 29 April. Good luck to all contestants!

Warmest Regards,

cpk 

Achieving Excellence. Sharing Success.

Khong Chooi Peng DTM

District 80 Governor

District Website: http://www.district80.org

Tel: (65) 6790 5049 Fax: (65) 6792 6559