1 Star Chapter!

1. 1 Star Chapter! Leslie Odom & Ashley Norwood

2. First Thing’s First • While we may be presenting on the First star, it is certainly the most important, as it sets the foundation for all other stars! • The standards of the one star level emphasize the organization of the chapter and the orientation of members and advisors. • Are you ready to get started? • Here we go!

3. Step one • Chapter officers and advisors review the Five Star Chapter Development Program requirements and determine a goal to reach within the year. • Remember to start off small!

4. Step two • Set a goal for membership recruitment and develop strategies to meet this goal. • How will you grab the attention of potential members? Keep Phi Theta Kappa’s Mission Statement in mind. • "The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa shall be to recognize and encourage scholarship among two-year college students. To achieve this purpose, Phi Theta Kappa shall provide opportunity for the development of leadership and service, for an intellectual climate for exchange of ideas and ideals, for lively fellowship for scholars, and for stimulation of interest in continuing academic excellence.”

5. Step Three • Chapter gains greater public awareness on campus by one or more of the following strategies: • Promoting the importance of membership to faculty • Posting membership brochures and flyers around their campus • Post CollegeFish.org and Competitive edge information around campus • Participate in “Phi Theta Kappa Founders Day” in November • Sending press release on new inductees (campus or community newspaper).

6. Step Four • At the beginning of each semester in 2012 using PAM (the Personal Assistant Manager for Advisors), the chapter advisor opens an enrollment period. Chapters are encouraged to load a file of eligible students and allow online membership acceptance.

7. Step Five • Your college president sends an invitation letter to eligible students encouraging them to join. • The letter should include invitation to a new member orientation, a Phi Theta Kappa Member Benefits Brochure, and information about the induction ceremony.

8. Step Six • Promote membership acceptance by employing one or more of the following strategies: • Call eligible students • Email reminders linked to Membership Recruitment Brochure • Allow online membership acceptance • Hold one or more informational meeting(s)

9. Step Seven • Chapter conducts an orientation for prospective members prior to induction. • This orientation allows members to get a better understanding about Phi Theta Kappa’s mission and the chapter’s individual participation in that mission.

10. Step EIGHT • Chapter conducts at least one induction ceremony and report members’ names to Headquarters in 2012.

11. Step Nine • Advisor submits the Chapter Annual Report to Headquarters. Chapter advisors will be notified when the report is available. • STEP TEN • Chapter’s bylaws are approved and on file with Headquarters.

12. You got that? • We know it seems like a lot at first, but it isn’t hard to achieve! Once your chapter comes together, a 1 star chapter can easily be obtained. • Sit tight as we prepare for a Two Star Chapter!

13. Two Star Chapter Leah Fulcher & Alma Hudson

14. A Little More Work • After accomplishing Level One status, you just have to work a little bit more to get to Level Two! • Upcoming are the requirements for Level Two!

15. First Up: • Conduct at least two membership recruitment campaigns during 2012 • Advisor opens a second enrollment period in PAM • Report chapter officers to Headquarters in PAM • After officers have been elected, you must report them to headquarters through PAM(Personal Assistant Manager)

16. Second on the list! • Verify Online Directory information • www.ptk.org/chapter-directory • Login required (Advisor or chapter president) • State, College Name, Chapter Country • College name, chapter name, address, telephone numbers, contact advisor, chapter advisors and chapter officers – verify information is correct

17. Third time’s a charm! • Provide a structured orientation for chapter leaders • Training and development event for advisors, officer, committee chairs, etc… • Can be done by former officers or a representative from Headquarters

18. Fourth Requirement! • Convene chapter/officer meetings twice monthly • Encourage students to become engaged in activities (honors seminars, International and Regional events, etc…); make them aware

19. Fifth element! • Chapter president and advisor(s) each have 2012/2013 Honors Program Guide • At least two (2) chapter members research one(1) theme/study question of the Honors Program Guide, The Culture of Competition

20. Last but Not Least! • Meet with the college president to discuss chapter goals and involvement on campus • Set goals before meeting with college president • Schedule a meeting with college president or other administrators on campus

21. Three Star Chapter Chad Daniel & Tyler Goodwin “Smart Like A Rock & Fast Like A TrEE!”

22. Complete THREE STARS and you’ll be over the HUMP! • Stars one and two should have helped you to establish a solid foundation. Now it is time to get over the hump.

23. Requirements for a Three Star Chapter • We’re almost there! • In addition to completing the one and two star requirements, three star level chapters must complete the seven steps.

24. STEP One: Plan an hia project • Plan an honors in action project; it should be based on chapter research including leadership development components • Do not procrastinate • Do not be scared to learn something new.

25. Step two: roles • Map out specific leadership roles • Decide what actions are needed to meet the requirements for the Honors in Action project • Determine leadership development opportunities that would benefit participants

26. Step three: resources • Determine expert resources for the chapter to coordinate for the greatest impact • Individuals • Organizations • Businesses

27. Step four: another group • Work with another campus or community organization to implement your Honors in Action project • Student Government Association • Future Educators of America • Boys and Girls Club • Civic organizations

28. Step five: Get The Word Out • Newsletter: Make it fun, do it as a group, and do not forget to include awesome pictures. • Website: Update your college’s website information about your club, and then have it linked to the MS/LA Regional website (www.mslaptk.org). (WILL SMITH, Website Extraordinaire) • Published Article: Write an article about your activities and submit it to your school and local newspapersas well as the regional reporter, Jessica Thompson

29. Step six: Implement a college project • MAKE A DIFFERENCE! • As a group, how you can improve your campus or how to improve student life? • Commit To Complete • Start a recycling program • Offer tutoring for students in need • Lead a class on how toimprove study habits

30. Step seven: Keep a chronicle of chapter activities • Keep a log of all activities and events that your members are involved in. • Be Detailed • Date of the Event • How many members/officers participated? • How many hours total did everyone volunteer? • How many people did the event affect?

31. Over The Hump!Do tha humpty hump!! • Next Up!! • Get ready to be Razzled, Dazzled, and Four Star Jazzled • by none other than • WILL POWER

32. Four Star Chapter Will Smith & Will Gatlin “Will Powers Unite!”

33. Just a few steps more to the top • Stars one through three have gotten everyone this far, Ready for step Four? • “Will” take that as a yes, Let’s Do It!

34. First on the List • Chapter Representatives must attend an official meeting. • Options for this are: • A. Attend a leadership conference (like you are doing now) • B. Attend a regional convention (always in the Spring) • C. Attend an International Convention (always in April)

35. Second Up • Chapters must have involvement at the regional level. • This could include the following items: • One could host a regional meeting or run for a regional position, i.e. president, vice president, secretary, etc. • Participate in a regional Honors in Action project. • A chapter could collaborate with other chapters. • Host a tailgating party with a sister chapter • Have a bowling/game night with other sister chapters

36. Third and coming in strong • Share Honors in Action Information • At the regional convention, a chapter may present its findings or host an event to share findings from an Honors in Action Project

37. Fourth and Final Requirement • Participate in the regional award categories: • 1. Website • 2. Scrapbook • 3. Newsletter • 4. Travel • 5. Alumni • 6. Honors Presentation • 7. Regional Honors in Action Project

38. Thanks for being here!!!! • Will And I Both Hope Everyone Will Be Five Stars Soon!! • Have a wonderful time at the convention! • And up next, the Five Star Chapter!

39. Five Star Chapter Haley Evans & Jessica Thompson

40. Last but Certainly Not Least • We’ve finally reached the end of our journey. • This is what you’ve all been waiting for, right? • Here are the steps to becoming a Five Star Chapter!

41. Step ONE: • Enter BOTH of the Chapter Hallmark Awards Categories • Honors in Action • Theme: Culture of Competition • College Project • This is verified by Headquarters.

42. Step Two: • Enter at Least ONE Individual Hallmarks Awards category • Member Awards • Example: Distinguished Chapter Officer Award • Advisor Awards Category • Example: Continued Excellence Award • Administrator Awards Category • Distinguished State Community College Director’s Board Award This is verified by Headquarters.

43. Step Three: • Participate at the international level by fulfilling at least ONE of the following: • Attend Annual International Convention • San Jose, April 4-6, 2013 • Attend International Honors Institute • Villanova University, Philadelphia, PA • Present the Honors Seminar Series • All chapter officers participate in CollegeFish.Org AND Competitive Edge AND the chapter submits at Honors Case Study Challenge entry • Again, will be verified by Headquarters.

44. Any Questions? • Pretty easy, huh? • Plans for the different levels can be found at www.ptk.org/fivestar/requirements (login required) • On behalf of the regional officers, we hope you have learned more about the Five Star Chapter Development Program and we hoped we have answered any and all of your questions.