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Leadership Development (P.G.I.) Program

Personal Growth & Involvement (P.G.I.) Program

There are many benefits to becoming an Optimist. And since "Bringing Out the Best in Kids" is the consensus top benefit, the organization’s Personal Growth & Involvement (P.G.I.) program ranks a cool second. Where else can you become a more knowledgeable volunteer?

The P.G.I. program offers every Optimist member the opportunity to learn more about Optimism while advancing through 10 levels of involvement, leadership growth and achievement.

The P.G.I. program will make you a better volunteer. Through communication training, self-development modules and other personal growth activities, Optimist International is giving you a fantastic opportunity to continue to learn and grow into a leader.

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Internet Safety
The Internet Safety program was established in December 2008 with the focus of providing Clubs with resources to educate both young people and their parents about potential dangers on the internet and offering information about safe practices while online.

Statistics show that 99% of all teens have access to the internet and 94% of students admitted to being cyber bullied and did not tell an adult. The importance of protecting the children in your community is a major undertaking and Optimists Clubs can play a vital role. In order to receive a packet, Clubs must complete the request form.
April is Optimist Internet Safety Month (.doc)
April is Optimist Internet Safety Month (.pdf)

Adult Internet Safety Education
This program is offered to adult groups of any size in order to educate them about the dangers on the internet that young people can unknowingly fall into. There is information and suggestions on how to keep children safe while navigating the online world and what adults can do to protect young people using the internet.

 

Respect for Law-  Every May, law enforcement is recognized for their service to their communities.

Each club in the district honors law enforcement in their individual way.  For example, awarding

a law enforcement agent with a plaque in a ceremony at the club meeting.

 

 

Essay Contest - A writing contest on a designated topic for kids under the age of 19.

Our club contest is usually conducted in January each year. The club winning essay is entered

in the District contest, competing for scholarships.   2011-2012 TOPIC: “How my Positive Outlook Benefits my Community”           

 

 

Communications Contest for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (CCDHH) - A

communications contest for deaf and hearing impaired kids through grade 12. Our club contest is usually held in May each year. The club winner

                                                            advances to a district contest competing for a scholarship.

  TOPIC FOR 2011-2012: "How my Optimism Helps me Overcome Obstacles"                                                  

 http://www.optimist.org/Form/CCDHH_RULES_PAD-E_10-11.pdf 

 

 

Always Buckle Children ("ABC") -

Helping to educate the community on how children under 12 should be restrained in

vehicles, especially those with passenger-side airbags.

 

 

Childhood Cancer Campaign - "Providing the Care...Finding the Cure."  In December, 2001, the Optimist International Board of Directors established the CCC as the organization's primary focus program for the next five years.

 Optimists are committed to "providing the care and finding the cure" for childhood cancer. The CCC Matching Grants program was created to assist Clubs with making a difference in the fight against childhood cancer. Please see the attached message to learn how your Club can apply for a matching grant.

Applications are being accepted now!

The Oratorical Contest is open to students under the age of 19 as of December 31 of the current school year. Students are required to prepare a 4- to 5-minute speech on a pre-assigned topic. This contest is designed to assist youth in gaining public speaking experience and provide them with an opportunity to compete for a scholarship.  TOPIC FOR 2011-2012:  "How my Optimism Helps me Overcome Obstacles"

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