Beta Club 10/30/14

1. Beta Club 10/30/14 2014-2015 Advisor: Mr. L. Counterman Co-Advisor: Ms. K. Murrell

2. Agenda • Introduction to Beta Club • Sign Up Sheets • Induction Ceremony • Blood Drive and JDRF Speakers • Christmas Project • State Convention • Fundraising

3. Purpose The purpose of this organization shall be to promote the ideals of honesty, service, morality, ethical conduct, and leadership among secondary school students; to reward meritorious academic achievement; and to encourage and assist students in continuing their education after high school.

4. Our Motto “Let us lead by Serving Others” The motto of The National Beta Club is "Let Us Lead by Serving Others." This motto, more than simply a catchy phrase, states the philosophy upon which The National Beta Club is based. Service to others is indeed one of the most important characteristics of Beta Club membership. Opportunities to serve are found in every school and community situation, whether large or small - urban, suburban or rural. There are needs that could and should be addressed by Beta members in every school and community.

5. Community Service • EACH MEMBER OF THE CLUB IS EXPECTED TO CONTRIBUTE COMMUNITY SERVICE to the school and/or community. • The service projects and opportunities will be headed by advisors and officers and ALL suggestions are welcome by members. • 10 hours are required per semester

6. Academic Expectations • To receive an invitation to join the Beta Club, you are required to have a 3.5 GPA.   • To maintain membership, students are required to maintain a 3.5 GPA.

7. Expected Behaviors • Members of the club should conduct themselves in a manner that upholds the purpose of the organization, as well as display behaviors that represent themselves, the school, their parents, and the community in a positive light. • There should be minimum and limited behavior infractions although NO negative behaviors are encouraged.

8. Accountability • Students who cannot meet the community, academic, or behavioral expectations will be placed on a probation status by the advisors. How do I get on probation? • Cumulative GPA lower than a 3.5 • Not meeting the service hours requirement • Behaviors that go against the purpose of the organization. • Poor attendance to meetings without prior notice to officers and advisors.

9. It is our goal to make you aware of the rules and expectations, therefore you can be mindful and govern yourselves accordingly.

10. Induction Ceremony

11. Blood Drive

12. Service Projects • ..\Service Projects\Service Projects2014-10-30.pdf

13. JDRF • Mr. Tyler is here to speak for JDRF

14. State Convention • February 13-14, 2015 • Deadline for activities: 01-20-2015 • Myrtle Beach Hilton, Myrtle Beach SC

15. State Convention Activities During the Beta Club Convention, many competitions and events will be held. There will be committees for each event. Consider joining one: • Talent Program • Scrapbook Competition • Campaign Skit • Beta Quiz Bowl • Banner Competition • On site Art Competitions: • Acrylic painting • Colored pencil • Pencil • Academic Competitions: • Creative writing • English • Math • Science • Social studies • Spanish • Spelling • Oratory

16. State Convention • Trip will cost $300 to cover hotel, food, and travel expenses • The first payment will be due on November 7th to Mrs. Blanchett at the front desk • We have a limit of 40 boys and girls, so make sure to sign up as soon as you can • We have fundraising opportunities, as Alana will explain

17. Concessions

18. 11th Grade Members • Special Meeting with Mr. Counterman • Wednesday, November

19. We’re genuinely excited to have you part of the beta club, and we look forward to a great year with you!