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2014 DGE Seminar Interpreters Orientation. June 11, 2014. Orientation Objectives. Review 2013-2014 VDG/DGE Training Confirm roles/responsibilities Review 2014 DGE Seminar: Logistics Schedule Opening/Closing, General Sessions, Summaries Classroom sessions. Lions Leaders.
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2014 DGE Seminar Interpreters Orientation June 11, 2014
Orientation Objectives • Review 2013-2014 VDG/DGE Training • Confirm roles/responsibilities • Review 2014 DGE Seminar: • Logistics • Schedule • Opening/Closing, General Sessions, Summaries • Classroom sessions
Lions Leaders 2014 DGE Seminar Chairperson PID John Walker 1st Vice President Joe Preston 2014 DGE Seminar Vice-Chairperson PID SomsakdiLovisuth 2nd Vice President Dr. Jitsuhiro Yamada
VDG/DGE Training Program • Board mandated topic areas: • Goal Setting • Team Management • Communication Skills • Managerial/Administrative Skills • LCI Resources • Orientation for Adult Companions
VDG/DGE Training Program • Independent Guided Learning • Multiple District Training • GLT Area Training • DGE Seminar
VDG/DGE Training Program Independent Guided Learning: DGE Assignment Guides (September 2013) • Assignment 1: Selecting Your Team • Assignment 2: Establishing Leadership Dev. Goals • Assignment 3: Establishing Membership Goals
VDG/DGE Training Program Multiple District Training: GLT MD/SD mailing (Oct. 2013) • LCI Forms & Reports • Responsibilities of DG • Effective Listening • Meeting Management • Public Speaking
VDG/DGE Training Program GLT Area Training: GLT Area Leader mailing (Nov. 2013) • Maximizing District Success • Leadership Development Workshop • Membership Growth Workshop
VDG/DGE Training Program 2014 DGE Seminar July 2-4, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, Canada • Interactive/Discussion-based • General Sessions (2 + Opening & Closing) • Classroom Sessions/Workshops • Spouse/Adult Companion Program
Role of DGE SeminarConvention & Leadership Staff • Convention • Logistics: classroom environment, transportation, hotel, meals, Convention • Leadership • Program: curriculum issues, DGE gifts, curriculum materials, seminar schedule
Logistics Information Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel • All DGE Seminar events except for the Celebration Banquet Metro Toronto Convention Centre (MTCC) • DGE Celebration Banquet DGE Hotel: • Sheraton Centre Toronto
Logistics Information • Interpreters will be assigned to the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel and those working the board meeting will be at the Fairmont • Dress code during seminar: Business
Interpretation Equipment • The DGE and their guest will pick up their translation unit during DGE Registration. They will be able to keep their unit for the duration of the Seminar. • They will receive a receipt once they return their unit on July 4.
DGE Only Lunches • The Lunches will have assigned seating that will be the same for all three days (July 2-4). • Please remind the DGEs in your classroom to confirm their lunch table assignment in the DGE Pocket Guide.
DGE Celebration Banquet • Shuttle Service will be provided to transport from the Sheraton to the MTCC. • Seating is by their DGE Classroom Group Number • LCI provides for the DGE and one guest. If they want to bring other friends or family members, they will need to purchase a ticket for $95.00 USD each at the DGE Ops Office before July 4.
Sheraton Overview Refer to floor plan hand out
DGE Ops Office Concourse Level:
Role of a DGE Seminar Interpreter • Collect forms/documents from Group Leaders and submit to Leadership staff if asked • Communicate with Leadership staff regarding curriculum-related issues • Communicate with Convention staff regarding logistical issues
NOT YOUR ROLE • Teaching sessions • Collecting DGE’s dry cleaning • Shopping for souvenirs for Group Leader’s family & friends • Picking up/delivering lunch • Accompanying Group Leader to non-curriculum events • Other ?
DGE Seminar Classrooms • 26 classroom groups • Non-English by language • English = cultural mix
2014 DGE Seminar Schedule Monday, June 30, 2014 • Group Leader Briefing • Sheraton City Hall Room
2014 DGE Seminar Schedule Tuesday, July 1, 2014 • Registration & Gift Distribution • DGE & Spouse/Companion Photos • Single District Orientation • Group Leader Briefing, continued
2014 DGE Seminar Schedule Wednesday, July 2, 2014 • Opening Ceremony • Spouse/Companion Session • Classroom sessions: • Orientation • We Serve • Constitution, By-Laws, & Policies • Teamwork
2014 DGE Seminar Schedule Thursday, July 3, 2014 • General Session 1: Strengthen the Pride • Classroom sessions: • Promoting 2014-2015 International Priorities • Promoting the Pride • Challenges & Opportunities
Challenges & Opportunities Exchange • 3 hours (includes 15 minute break) • Discussion-based • Multicultural exchange of strategies to address club/district challenges and potential opportunities
Discussion Scenario Topics • Children in Need • Extension Opportunities • Leadership Dev. Opportunities • Public Awareness • LCIF Support Supporting Community Needs Club Leadership Development Member Recruitment Member Engagement & Retention New Club Support
2014 DGE Seminar Schedule Friday, July 4, 2014 • General Session 2: LCIF • Classroom sessions: • Coaching/Delegation • Recognition/Motivation • Succession Planning • Wrap-Up • Closing Session
2014 DGE SeminarInterpreters Orientation June 11, 2014