Sunday, March 9, 2008

Our June Meeting

Typically, we like to set the date of our fourth, and last, meeting after we know our scheduled departure date. We do this because we usually receive delegates' polo shirts, lanyards, name badges, and luggage tags about 2-3 weeks prior to our departure date. That way, we can hand those out at the last meeting.

Well, now we know our departure date is July 14. Having a meeting any weekend in June or July runs the risk of conflicting with family obligations; graduations, weddings, Father's Day, etc. So what I would like from everyone is a list of Saturdays and Sundays which would NOT work for you during those months. Please email those dates to charleshall@yahoo.com as soon as you can, but please no later than March 23, so that we can get the last meeting scheduled. That way, you can start planning your summer!

Thanks for your help.

Tuesday, March 4, 2008

Our Meeting Sunday, March 9th

Some things to remember:

1. We "spring forward" that same day, so please set your clock and watch to Daylight Saving time so you can be on time!

2. Please bring some money for pizza. Remember, we're eating at a pizza restaurant to practice our table manners in public. Restaurants are NOT school cafeterias.

3. Parents, this is a meeting for the delegates to practice ambassadorial behavior as a delegation. If you have questions, please email me or call me.

4. Check out the new website! People to People has revamped the On-Board website, with new information. It also has the names and contacts for our teamed delegation members from Wisconsin. I've spoken with their leader. I'll have a prize at the meeting Sunday for the delegate who has communicated (email or phone) with (not just to, but actually with) the most delegates from Wisconsin. Every year that we've had a teamed delegation join us, the best friendships have come from across the delegations. Start making connections now! Here is a link to the website: http://www.peopletopeople.com/site/Postenroll/pages/DelegateLogin.aspx?productLine=Student

5. Another contest: Janet and I recently went on vacation. On the trip, we bought a rather strange souvenir. Here are the clues: they are long, but fit on a dining room table; we bought them in Korea; and, they are silver in color. Think you know what they are? Email me at charleshall@yahoo.com and be sure to include the phrase "P2P contest" in the subject line. The winner will be announced at the meeting Sunday. In case of a tie, the first entry received wins. What does this have to do with our trip? Nothing; I just thought it might be fun.

6. Please make sure you have your shirt size entered on the website. The site also has instructions to help you determine your proper size. March 10th is the last date to enter your size and be guaranteed delivery.

7. Questions? Email me at charleshall@yahoo.com or call me at 253-265-1208. See you Sunday!