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RYLA Round UpDistrict 5870

September 26, 2015Georgetown, TX

RYLA in the RoughDistrict 5870

Dedicated to developing servant leaders for our district and the global community through

leadership training for youth by youth

Amber Scarborough,RYLA Camp DirectorAshley Hermes, Program DirectorKimber Dowell, Co-Program Director

Experiencing RYLA

Kimber Dowell & Mary Shirley

Camp Program Overview

Kimber Dowell, Co-Program Director

RYLA Goals

Social ResponsibilityGlobal Citizenship

Personal Development

Core PrinciplesTeamwork, Tolerance, Life Skills,

Leadership

Camp Structure

• 6 days• Brother/Sister Cabins• Themes:– Sunday: Trust & Teamwork– Monday: Discovery & Tolerance– Tuesday: Leadership & Problem Solving– Wednesday: Communication & Commitment– Thursday: Loyalty & Service– Friday: Awareness & Resolution

Program Development

• No Cliques Allowed• Helping Hands• ShelterBox• Peace Project• Leadership Scavenger Hunt (Trek)• Community Service Project

Staff Development

• 43 RYLA Alumni Staff• 6 Trainings• 3 staffs– Core Team – Cabin Counselors– Activity Counselors

Servant Leadership: Taking it to the next level

RYLA 2015 in numbers

Volunteers: 300+Campers: 93 arrived to campMeals Served/Camp Day: 450 platesAlumni Participation: 10+

RYLA Testimonies

Selection

Kimber Dowell, Co-Program Director

Camper Criteria

• Articulate• Proactive• Sound moral character• Gets along well with others• Flexibility when facing new situations• Is able to participate in strenuous physical

activity (lift 40 lbs, jog ¼ mile)

Be aware of…

• GPA below 2.5 • Top tier students – captain of the football

team• Having behavioral or emotional problems• Are classified as with a social disorder• Should not be “selected” for camp• Those that won’t fully participate in camp.• Respect our limits

Invest wisely

• Put effort into the selection process

– Interviews – this is an award!– Ask schools for help, make sure they know the

criteria for campers and the purpose of camp

Registration

Amber Scarborough

Club Coordinator Responsibilities

• Recruitment– Spread the word

• Selection– Interview candidates– Select primary & alternates (1boy/1girl)

• Registration– Application must be COMPLETE & ACCURATE

• Orientation/Communication– Stay in touch with campers and parents

Your District RYLA TEAMCamp Director: Amber Scarborough

(South Austin)

Program Director: Ashley Hermes

(Yoakum)

RYLA Registrar: Linda Voigt

(South Austin)

RYLA Alumni Staff Volunteers (42)

District Governor Melinda Osburn

District Governor - Elect Bruce Golden

Powered by YOU!• Rotarian Volunteers• Drivers (80)• Meal Servers and Kitchen Support (100)+

• Clinic Director: Martha Myers (University)• 12 RNs, 1 on-call MD

• Food Services: Angel & Cris Martinez • Background Checks: Ed Martin & Debbie Cole• Purchasing Specialist: Angela Caffey & mother• Jazzercise Instructor: Stephanie Gordon (Cedar Creek)

Ways to Support RYLA

• Financially Sponsor:– Campers $500 each ($475 early bird special!)– Meals $475 or Snacks $300– Staff Scholarships $500– Hands (any donation helps off set this project)

• Volunteer to Serve Meals as a Club• Volunteer to Transport a camper• Spread the word• Follow-up with RYLA alumni for program presentations • Invite RYLA alumni to your club events & projects

Club Sponsorship

Form

FORM DUE DATES

Early Discount

January 31 = $475

Final DeadlineMarch 15 =

$500

#1 Resource for RYLA

DISTRICT WEBSITE HAS EVERYTHING YOU NEED!

Important DatesForms

ApplicationsContact Information

Advertising Materials (Brochures, Posters, Logos, Videos, Pictures, and more)

NEW CAMPER PACKETRegistration Forms + Part 2 ONLINE Registration

DEADLINES

• January 31st – Club sponsorship form• $25 discount/camper if paid

• March 15th – Registration Packets & Payments • Full price: $475• ALL alternate packets also due at this time

• May 1st – Club volunteer forms due• Drivers, kitchen volunteers, etc

• July 3rd – Camp begins – deliver campers• July 8th – Camp ends – pick up campers.

Orientation/Communication

Amber Scarborough

Communication will save money!

• Parental Consent Form• Meet the parents• Stay in touch

– Monthly March-May– Weekly if necessary in June

• Don’t forget transportation!• Invite them to your club before & after camp• Stay connected!–Have camper help recruit next year!

Recruitment

RYLA Staff

Camper Recruitment

• Get the word out!– Social media-RYLA Facebook page– Local newspaper, School Announcements– Word of mouth– RYLA Alumni

Camper Recruitment

• Allies in the schools– Teachers, counselors, RYLA Alumni

• Allies in the community– Churches, employers, etc

Camper Recruitment

• Essentials: – Interview candidates

Alumni Initiative

Felicia Frasier & Keagan Ray

Alumni Initiative

Mission: To extend the District 5870 RYLA experience for all alumni through service, fellowship, & networking with Rotarians of our district

Vision: Every District 5870 RYLA Alumni will develop a sustainable connection with Rotary through personal relationships with Rotarians of our district.

Alumni Initiative

1. Alumni Reunion2. Rotary Club Service Projects3. Fellowship – Regional chapters4. Networking/Mentorship5. Camper Recruitment6. RYLA Alumni Retreat

Questions & Answers

THANK YOU, COORDINATORS!

RYLA cannot happen without you!