New Advisors Workshop

Moving ahead with confidenceNew Advisors Workshop

NOTE: The final authority in the local Key Club rests with the High School Principal.The Key Club name, materials, and emblem may only be used by officially chartered clubs in good standing.

Structure of Key ClubAdvisorsStudent MembershipKiwanisInternational Administrator and staffKey Club InternationalPresident, Vice President, and 11 Trustees elected at International Convention260,000 Members; 5,000 Clubs

Kiwanis International Board

District Administrator appointed by Kiwanis Governor, and 7 Assistant Administrators appointed by Kiwanis Governor

LAMISSTENN District of Key ClubGovernor, Secretary-Treasurer Lieutenant Governors elected at District Convention; Webmaster appointed One of 33 Districts

LAMISSTENN Kiwanis Governor and Board

Assistant Administrator appointed by Kiwanis Governor with the help of the District Administrator

Key Club ZoneGroup of divisions arranged for administrative purposes7 Zones

Key Club DivisionGroup of clubs led by Lieutenant Governor elected at a Spring Rally23 Divisions

LAMISSTENN Kiwanis Lieutenant Governor and Divisional SLP Chair

Faculty Advisor appointed by High School Principal

Local Key ClubMembers elect a President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Editor, and Directors. Clubs

Kiwanis Clubs Key Club or SLP Chair and Kiwanis Advisor appointed by Kiwanis Club President

Resources to help:Advisors Manual: http://www.keyclub.org/Libraries/Administrator_and_Advisor_Resources/Handbook_KeyClub_Faculty_Advisor_Resource_Guide.sflb.ashxClub Chartering Toolkit: http://www.kiwanisone.org/Pages/Resources/default.aspx?PageID=375Key Club Intl website: http://www.keyclub.orgLeading Club Meetings: http://community.kiwanisone.org/media/p/14912/download.aspxPetition for Charter: http://community.kiwanisone.org/media/p/22236/download.aspx

School, District, and InternationalDues

How much should club dues be? LAMISSTENN District dues are $13.00 and International dues are $6.50. Club leaders can access the membership center online, register members, and pay both the district and international dues at the same time. Club dues need to be enough to cover these, plus enough to help provide operating money for a club. Some clubs include the cost of their club t-shirt in the local dues; others add in rally fees and travel expenses. Dues should not be a barrier for a student to join Key Club. Interested students should be given the chance to pay their dues over time, find a sponsor, or receive some sort of assistance in paying the full amount, if the need arises.Reasons to Pay duesMakes you an official member of Key Club International Provides service project grants through the Youth Opportunity Fund (YOF)Makes possible the promotion of Key Club throughout the district and the worldProvides funds for scholarshipsQualifies your club and its officers and members for many awardsQualifies club and members to attend district and international conferences

A Helpful Resource:Membership centerhttps://members.portalbuzz.com/Member/User/Login?skin=kiwanis

Connecting to local clubsDivisional Rally

What is a Divisional Rally? This is an event organized and hosted by the Lt. Governors. A Divisional Rally is an opportunity for Key Club members and their sponsors to connect to other clubs. Rallies are usually held at a central location that has enough space to accommodate several schools. Each divisions Lt. Governor works to inform club members, faculty advisors, and Kiwanis advisors about the upcoming event, the cost, and any type of supplies needed for a possible service project.Why should you attend??????

Get psyched about being in Key Club!Find clubs who are interested in partnering in projects.Participate in a service project.Share experiences with other Key Clubbers.Have funEat food!Get new ideas for service and fundraising projects.Tell other clubs about your cool projects and activities.Get a better understanding of how you are connected to a larger international organization.Learn new ways to be a leader, run your club better, or carry out your duties.Learn about icebreakers and other group games that build teamwork.Give input to the District on how to help you or make improvements.

Meet new people and build camaraderie and friendships within the division Learn what is happening in your community, division, zone, district, and International.Find out more about specific Key Club topics like DCON, ICON, YOF, dues, awards, division or district-wide service projects, Kiwanis family events etc.Makes your school and your club look good.Qualifies you for club and officer awards.

Helpful Resources:Division maphttp://lamisstennkeyclub.org/index.html

Lt. governor contacthttp://lamisstennkeyclub.org/Leadership/index.html

School and Kiwanis Partnership Agreement

School Responsibilities

1. Provide a Faculty Advisor

2. Ensure the Key Club conducts service-related projects

3. Confirm the Key Club pays Dist & Intl dues

4. Encourage the Key Club to send reps to Dist & Intl conferences

5. Encourage parents of members to be included in active participation with Key Club Activities

Kiwanis Responsibilities

1. Appoint and orient a Kiwanis AdvisorShould be able to attend most meetingsWorks closely with officers and Faculty AdvisorIf Faculty Advisor is a Kiwanian, then a second Kiwanian should be appointed as Kiwanis Advisor

2. Ensure additional Kiwanis members attend as many meetings and other functions as possibleRotate attendance Spread the wealthMake it an interclub or encourage attendance at club projects3. Maintain expense line item in Kiwanis BudgetFrom Service AccountKC should participate in Kiwanis projects and receive portion of proceedsInclude support for training events (1/3 rule)4. Meet with principal before beginning of school yearHold one month before school with advance appointmentReview purpose of Key Club, membership requirementsHear school regulations

5. Ensure all members pay duesMonitor until dues are sent inDeadline is November 30; remember delay in school issued checksNo excuse for late dues submission for active clubs6. Ensure officers receive proper training following electionMake sure elections are held in FebruaryMake sure officers attend training7. Hold a planning session involving the leadership of both clubsMinimum attending Key Club board, Faculty Advisors, Kiwanis AdvisorHold in June before Kiwanis and KC Intl conventionsDiscuss joint activities and expectations

8. Host or participate in [at least] two joint activities involving the memberships of both clubsCan be social, service, recreation, fundraisingOpportunity to interact with each otherThis is where SLP members learn Kiwanis is where they want to be!

9. Invite members to attend every Kiwanis meetingPaid for from service accountShould alternate attendeesMay need principals permission, background checksAttendees should report on activities10. Ensure members attend conventions and conferencesDistrict Conference: KC--AprilIntl Convention: KC-June/JulyDivisional Rally and New Officer TrainingAssist with costsHave attendees give report to Kiwanis ClubHelpful ResourcesKey Club Guidelineshttp://keyclub.org/Libraries/Governance/Guide_KeyClub_Key_Club_Guidebook_2013-14.sflb.ashxParent Brochurehttp://www.keyclub.org/Libraries/Administrator_and_Advisor_Resources/Brochure_KeyClub_SLP_Parent_Brochure.sflb.ashxMonthly reportshttp://lamisstennkeyclub.org/Newsfeed/Monthly%20Report.html