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The accompanying illustration was published in a St. Louis newspaper during a 1920 membership campaign for that cha pter. Its message that "all who are willing to work are welcome," reflect.~a basic philoso phy of the Jaycee movement. Whether on the chapter, state or national level, Jaycee programs provide young people training and ttx)ls to open dlx)rs to a successful future. Improving personal skills, enhancing leadership abil ity and providing community service are factors which contribute to developing the whole person through the whole chapter. Like millions of young people before you, you'll find satisfying and rewarding moment.~ throughout your Jaycee career. A lifetime of opportunities await you. A "living history" of the Jaycee movement is open to the public at The U.S. Jaycees War Memorial Headquarters in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Tours are available during normal business hours.

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Flushed with the excitement of the 1946 Annual Meeting in Milwaukee, a young Jaycee wanted to tell everybody what Jaycees were and what they stood for. Jaycees were more than anyone thing - more than the hometown club, more than one election or one convention. It was even more than all of the Jaycee activities that were carried on across America and around the world - it was a way of life. In less than an hour, this Jaycee had put together the basic phrases of the Jaycee Creed. A year later, it was officially adopted by The United States Junior Chamber of Commerce. A line supporting the belief that the concept of God was universal was added in 1951. The creed is the perfect expression of the spirit which lives in the hearts of young people who want to better the world in which they live. This copy of the Jaycee Creed (right), in Bill Brownfield's handwriting, and other artifacts of the Jaycee movement are on display in the Exhibition Hall at U.S. Jaycees Headquarters.

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Glossary of Terrns They Built A "People" Organization Forging History Chronology By Decades Springboard Springboard Member Survey Degrees of Jaycees Total Jaycee Concept Individual Development Community Development 4

For noH', your idea of Jaycees may he your chaIJtJ..T'scomnumity projects for youth, the elderly or fundraising en~nts for the local fire de/Jartment. This maga~ine is intended to broaden your understanding of Jaycees. The vision of founding fathLTs Henry Gie.lsenhier and Clarence Hotl'llrd H'as phenomend. Their early leackTshilJ of the mowment set a lJOsititoe, IJToductiw direction still followed toilil)'. Jaycees i.1a IJ('o/Jle motoement that has touched the lit'es of nUJTe than 20 million AmLTicaJl.\ since its hirth in 1920. In the
1940.1, Jaycees hetwne an intJ..T1Iational ory.:ani~ation so IJeo/Jle around the world could feel the positiw influence of this t'ilmmt nwt'ement.

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Jaycees is more than a tmrldH'ide organi~ation, hlJtt'enT, f<JTit has a lJOsitit'e influence on eury IJt.Tson hecoming int'O!t'e,L Int'O!t'emem is a key word in Jaycees. It's your ticket to ).,'TOH 'tII. You can rea/J the henefits of Jaycees by int'Olt'ing YOlmelf toililY. The expLTience and pcTsonal ).,'TOH'thwill he wluahle. RememhLT to share the Jaycee exlJLTience H'ith OthcT young IJeo/Jle by inm!t'ing them in this exciting ory.:ani~ation. Springboard Maga~ine is your ex/JO.\ure to the broad range of Jaycee activities. It prcn'i,les a brief orientation and shot('s hot(' your dreams can hecome reality. You'll det'elop ideas on hot!, to help IJ('o/Jle through your int'O!toement in Jaycees. Take time to read this maga~ine carefully. Discu.ss items with other Jaycees. Don't hesitate to ask questioJL\. QuestioJl.\ often .Itimulate neH' learning. The communication you estahlish could aLlo result in discot'nies of shared areas of intJ..Test. Use the skilLI and infonnation ex/Jlllined hcTe. \Vhen those are ,lewlo/Jed, strit oefor more. Be concerned with learning as much m you can from the time you're in Jaycees. OthcT IJ('ople tt'ill make Jaycees a special lJart of your life. You'll make contacts to o/Jen doors f(JT a nUJTesuccessful careLT. FrieHll.shiPs from Jaycees last a lifetime. You'll also find the time you s/Jend inm!t'ing your friL'1ld.s in Jaycees and tmrking with othcT Jaycees to he the most satisfying of your life. COII).,'Tatulatio7lSon hecoming an imlxntllnt IJLTSOnin this dynamic young IJt.Tson's ory.:ani~(/ti()n. It's time to get int'Oltoed. Start t(XUIY,with emhu.siasm.

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Active Status Programs - Funded externally and administered by The U.S. Jaycees. Shooting Education (Daisy), Healthy American Fitness Leaders (Allstate), Outstanding Young Farmer (Deere & Company) and Muscular Dystrophy Fundraising (Muscular Dystrophy Association) are currently "active." Affiliation - A 90-day process a newly extended chapter must complete before it becomes officially affiliated with The U.S. Jaycees. Ambassador - Highest honor bestowed by The U.S. Jaycees for outstanding contributions to the Jaycee movement; applications are originated by the chapter. Annual Meeting - The business meeting of The U.S. Jaycees held each June to conduct business, elect officers, provide training and recognize performance. Blue Chip - A chapter management program designed to help chapters be successful in developing the total Jaycee concept for their members. Chairman's Planning Guide (CPG) - A management tool used by Jaycees who chair a project and by officers when evaluating the effectiveness of chapter projects. Chapter Plan - The goals and plans a Jaycee chapter develops each year to meet the community and the chapter members' needs. Community Development (CD) - Programs, projects or activities to meet the needs of a community served by a Jaycee chapter. Degrees of Jaycees - A chapter management tool available for members and chapters; to chart the member's participation in Jaycee opportunities. District Director (DO) - A state officer providing service to at least four chapters and assistance to chapter presidents in a limited area (district). Extension - The initial process of organizing and affil-

iating a Jaycee chapter in a community. Every Jaycee chapter is an extension of the original St. Louis, Missouri, chapter. FUTURE Magazine A bi-monthly publication of The U.S. Jaycees sent to every member. Individual Development (10) - Selfimprovement programs aimed at teaching, developing or enhancing existing personal skills for individual Jaycees.

activities in the community. JCI Senator - Highest personal recognition bestowed by Jaycees International; nominations must originate from a Jaycee chapter and be approved by the state president, U.S. Jaycees president and the president of JCI. July Officers Training School OOTS) - A U.S. Jaycees training program held in Tulsa, Oklahoma, to train state Jaycee officers.

Glossary of Terms
Institutional Chapter A Jaycee chapter which operates in a correctional, rehabilitative or job training facility. Jaycee - Any young person between the ages of 18 and 36 who pays dues to a Jaycee chapter, a state organization, The United States Jaycees and JCI. Jaycees International OCI) - The worldwide Jaycee organization operating in more than 75 countries, headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida, to which every Jaycee belongs. Jaycee Week - The third week in January marks the anniversary of the founding of The United States Jaycees in 1920. Jaycee chapters observe the week by conducting and publicizing chapter Library Status Programs - A program not actively promoted. However, materials are available for chapter use through The U.S. Jaycees Sales department. LINK - A monthly newsletter (August through April) providing an exchange of ideas and information between The U.S. Jaycees and chapter presidents. Local Officers Training School (LOTS) - A training seminar for chapter officers to learn about their responsibilities; coordinated by state Jaycee organizations (usually held in Mayor June). Management Development (MD) - Leadership training opportunities through which a Jaycee develops greater budget, personnel management, and other management skills.

National Vice President (NVP) - One of national officers elected each year at the Annual Meeting to assist states with training and state organization management; a voting member of The U.S. Jaycees Executive Committee. Officers' and Directors' Guide (0&0 Guide) - A publication of The U.S. Jaycees which outlines chapter management functions and officers' responsibilities. ON- TO - A slogan used to promote attendance at state Jaycee meetings or The U.S. Jaycees' Annual Meeting. Orientation - An ongoing function to educate new Jaycees about the organization, its benefits and opportunities for personal growth and leadership training. Regional Director (RD) - A state officer who directs district directors (mentioned above) in a wide geographical area; provides management assistance and training for DDs to work with chapter presidents. Staff Officer - A fulltime, non-elected representative of The U.S. Jaycees who works at headquarters and is qualified in special areas to provide assistance to state Jaycee organizations and chapters. Ten Outstanding Young Americans (TOYA) - Each year to kick off Jaycee Week celebrations, The U.S. Jaycees honors ten Americans for their contributions to society and the nation. Anyone can nominate a candidate for the TOY A awards program, which takes place in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The United States Jaycees - A leadership training organization for young persons between 18 and 35. Founded in St. Louis, Missouri, on October 13, 1915, as the Young Men's Progressive Civic Association (YMPCA), later to be called Junior Citizens O.c.) and Junior Chamber. Organized as The United States Junior Chamber of Commerce (USJCC) in 1920. War Memorial Headquarters - National offices of The U.S. Jaycees, located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Dedicated in 1951 as a "living memorial" to the young men of America who served the cause of freedom in time of war.

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JOHN H. ARMBRUSTER Joining the Young Men's Progressive Civic Association (YMPCA) in 1916, he held every office in the St. Louis chapter from Assistant Secretary in 1916 to President in 1929, playing a key role in holding the organization together during the war years. In 1931, when he reached Jaycee graduation, Armbruster created the mythical S.S. Fellowship as a way to maintain friendships and authored its newsletter for 47 years. The original crew of 18 past Jaycees has grown to more than 1,000 today. He was author of The First Twenty-Five Years of The Junior Chamber of Commerce, official JCI historian amI instrumental in the founding of JCI. Armbruster emerges as the foremost narrator of the Jaycee movement. His prolific writings have enabled the organization to maintain its heritage. Co WILLIAM "BILL" BROWNFIELD Motivated by the spirit and excitement of his first convention at Milwaukee in 1946, Bill Brownfield gave worus, for the first time, to the special meaning and ideals of the Jaycees. His words became the Creeu, which was officially auopted in September 1947. Although a religious man and a minister, Brownfield's original Creed excluded mention of Glxl to avoid offenuing countries "'lith differing religious beliefs since the Junior Chamber had become international in 1946. Andy Mungenast, a close friend of Brownfield, felt strongly that the Creed should reflect faith in a higher power, pointing out that the concept of Gou was universal. So in 195 I, inspired by Mungenast, Brownfield addeu the first line, ''That faith in Glxl !,>ivesmeaning anu purpose to human life."

valuable to the young men banding together to offer their strength and skills to the St. Louis community. Backed by his prestigious position in the community, Howard's contributions proved all the more powerful. A staunch conservative in some fields, he was progressive in other areas, such as labor relations and the place of young men in civic life. His vision of the future included a path of growth from Boy Scouts to the Junior Chamber to the Chamber of Commerce and on to an international organization.

DURWARD HOWES Served as USJCC president in 1930-31 and is remembered for several Jaycee innovations. During his term in office, Howes directed the design and adoption of the Jaycee seal. The seal he designed was the basis of the official member pin which came into being a year later. Other Howes' contributions included founding the Ten Outstanding Young Men (TOYM) of America recognition program, now referred to as Ten Outstanding Young Americans (TOY A). He also served as president of the first international Jaycee organization. A~a local officer, Howes was instrumental in promoting the highly successful Los Angeles Open golf tournament. Initiated in 1926, the event is now a highlight of the professional golf tour.

COLONEL H.N. MORGAN While not as widely known as other early contributors to the Jaycee move-

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HENR Y "HY" GIESSENBlER, jR. D'unng a time w h en . _______________ career advancement was limited, Henry "Hy" Giessenbier created an opportunity for young men to grow and serve their fellow man. Giessenbier stands as the prophet and philosopher of the Jaycee movement. Giessenbier founded several organizations, including The Uniteu States Junior Chamber of Commerce (USJCC) in 1920. Named Honorary Vice President for life at its 1921 National Convention, he chaired USJCC committees throughout the decade. Although he did not live to see the establishment of Junior Chamber International, he was particularly active in working to extend the organization to other countries. He said, "We have uefinitely launched a great institution into the world of progress. Let us hope that from this institution will emerge citizens of loftier ideals, higher privileges, greater opportunities, more patriotism, broader ideas of service and a greater capacity for happiness."

fiery speech 1915 that led Giessenbier was ment, Morgan's in early were no less In addition, and his t)lIowers to formefforts ;c association. important. It he paid a ci. the expenses for Giessenbier to travel to Cleveland where a young men's business group was already in existence. Later that year, Morgan's assistance proved valuable in organizing the YMPCA in St. Louis with important endorsements from civic and political leaders. Morgan's speaking ability was so impressive that YMPCA members became interested in developing their own speaking skills. This was the group's first effort to develop individual skills.

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ANDREW "ANDY" MUNGENAST A Giessenbier protege from the days of the Herculaneum Dance Club, Mungenast was largely responsible for keeping the organization alive during the 1920s and completed three consecutive terms as USJCC National Vice President. Serving as a voluntary secretary when the national organization had no full-time staff, he took command when other national officers were unable to uevote enough time to their responsibilities. In recognition for

CLARENCE H. HOWARD Called "Daddy" by the founding members of the Jaycee movement, Clarence Howard is largely responsible for the survival of the organization during it'i early, struggling years. Howard's moral anu financial support between 1916 and 1927 was

his outstanding service, he was nameu Honorary Vice President in 1926 and Honorary President in 1949. Also t\.a actively involveu in the uevelopment JCI JCI, Mungenast, JCI Senator, was named Honorary of President at the ~ XXIII World Congress in 1967. His "1fe Charlone, is affectionately referred to as the "First Lady of Jaycees."

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man's professional growth was often stymied by older workers unwilling to yield ground in their careers. Young people had limited responsibility and opportunities for social activities were restricted. In 1910, Henry "Hy" Giessenbier, Jr., and friends formed the Herculaneum Dance Club to preserve more traditional dances in St. Louis. By 1914, the idea of dance clubs had grown to where an alliance was encouraged. Under Hy's guidance, the Federation of Dance Clubs was formed. In 1915, the Federation asked Colonel H.N. Morgan to speak at one of its regular meetings. An experienced, powerful speaker, Colonel Morgan delivered a moving address in support of a proposed parkway in the city. His speech inspired one early member to say, "We were gro,,;ng tired of dancing and it was time to turn to civic affairs." Hy took the lead in organizing the group with new goals and many of his Federation followers joined him. Giessenbier planned to bring the young men of St. Louis together into "one grand body with the great purpose of fellowship, advancement and everything which would make a glXxJ boy a better boy, a glXxJ student a more proficient scholar, and a glxxl citizen a better citizen."

On October 13, 1915,32 young men gathered in the Mission Inn. The Young Men's Progressive Civic Association (YMPCA) was fonned with Giessenbier as president. Although young men's groups were fonning in other cities, few shared the same purposes as the YMPCA. Action - not just talk was the organization's strength. In less than five months, the first recruitment campaign swelled membership to 750. Proving "dirty work is no deterrent to action," YMPCA members cleaned up St. Louis to prepare for the 1916 Democratic National Convention. Clarence H. "Daddy" Howard secured the Memorial Art~ Building in St. Louis as the headquarters for the YMPCA. Howard also suggested the YMPCA change its name to Junior Citizens to more correctly identify the group. In August 1916, the organization's name was changed to Junior Citizens and the initials J.e. were first employed. PUSH Magazine, the organization's first publication, appeared in October. Study groups were held in selling, banking, accounting and public speaking. Only 18 months old when World War I began, Junior Citizens had established a solid organization which would survive until peace came again. The strong contributions of

Andrew Mungenast and John Annbruster helped Jaycees continue to develop in the absence of soldier Jaycees. An affiliation with the St. Louis Chamber of Commerce developed in 1918 and the name Junior Chamber was soon adopted. At war's end, Jaycees returned home and set about spreading the Junior Chamber's message. A pamphlet describing the successful "St. Louis Plan" was produced and sent to all groups interested in forming Junior Chambers. On January 21 and 22, 1920, Giessenbier led a caucus of 29 similar organizations which adopted a provisional constitution and fonned The United States Junior Chamber of Commerce (USJCC). At this official birth of the na tiona I organization, Henry Giessenbier was elected president and plans were made for the first national convention later that year. Forty-one cities were represented in St. Louis that June, and 12 left as paid members of the USJCe. Giesscnbier, elected first president, outlined his concerns for the organization: the promotion of safety in all phases in life; development of park and recreational facilities; improvement of housing conditions; promotion of all kinds of educational programs; and the study of public markets. The founders hoped that as the organization grew, it would be considered the "voice of the young men of America." The organization developed and expanded over the following decades, and the purposes became more specific.

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1939 - "Safety With

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endorsement_ Get Out The 1923 - 1925 Beginnings of national projects Know America First and Fire Prevention. Birth of Expansion, first national magazine of USJCc. 1926 - Development of aviation adopted as a USJCC project. 1927 - Jaycee Charles A. Lindhergh makes first solo /light between New York and Paris.

are donated to conlffiunities

hy Jaycees. During the '30s, Jaycees increased their impact on American

life with programs promoting highway safety and disease

awareness. Congres.."i adoPh .. several xi

Ja ycee-endorsed projects as new fedeml progmms.

for first time at Greens!x)t(), North Carolina, and Hartford, Connecticut. 1954 - First Outstanding Young Farmer and Junior Tennis programs held. 1959Jaycees support sr..teho . J for x Alaska. Hawaii gains stateh . xJ the x following year due to Jaycee efforts. Jaycees continued to play an import..nt role on the national scene in the '50s ,,;th efforts to grant stateh . xJ to Alaska and x
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es the principle of a military draft. 1944 ~ Junior1940 - USJCC endorsChamher International GCI) fonned at Pan American Congress in Mexico City. 1946 - USJCC esr..hlishes pennanent headquarters in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Junior Golf program begun. 1947 - Official approval of Jaycee as
synonym of organization. Adoption

States Jaycees' Center for Improved Child Nutrition opened in Bloomington, Minnesota. 1977 - Operation Threshold, a program dedi"'lied to reducing alcohol abuse, reached more than 23 million Americans. Muscular Dystrophy Fundraising adopted as national
progmm.

During the '70s, Jaycees provided the impetus for development of volunteerism in America by estahlishing a national center and

The first decade of Jaycees saw

the organization expand conununity service projects to the national level. A nlajor rn1pact was made in aviation that revolutionizt'J Anlcr# ica's transl-xJrtation systcnl.

of Jaycee Creed. By the time the 1940s rolled around, the importance of Jaycees increased as America prepared for war. Jaycees supported legislation to create a military dmft and worked on the home front to hack the "war effort:'

1961 - First Governmental Affairs Leadership Seminar (GALS) conducted. 1962 - Jaycees tackle Unifonn Vehicle C,xJe,
with emphasis on state action resulting in adoption nationally.

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Shooting Education adopted as a national program. 1964 - Project Concern adopted as International Service Awards (DSA) progmm estahlished at chapter level. Distinguished ~ 1931 - 1935 I)"ath of founder Giessenhier in November. Efforts to develop an official relationship with the Chamber of Commerce end. 1936 - National Wildlife Federation estahlished. 1937 - Programs
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Headquarters in Tulsa dedicated. At urging of Andy 1951 - War the Mungenast, ~ Memorial reference to "Faith in God" was added to the Jaycee Creed. 1953
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Pr(>gram raises

inform puhlic of need for diagnosis and treatment of venereal disease. 1938 - FUTURE Magazine estahlished. Naming of Ten Outstanding Young Men for first.time

money and equipment for clinics providing medical care to Chinese refugees in Hong Kong. 1965 Jaycees presented first annual National Award of Distinction from National Clean Up-Paint UpFix Up Bureau. 1966 - Name of organization officially changed to U.S. Jaycees. Jaycees' impact in the '60s resulted in esr..hlishment of unifonn vehicle c<xJes throughout the
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,,;th National Safety 1980 - U.S. Jaycees/ Council Award for Youth Activities. 1982 - Healthy American Fitness Leaders (HM'L) adopted as national program. 1984 - "Sign Up America" campai~n collected 1.5 million signatures supporting America's Olympic athletes. Bylaw change admitted women as full and regular members. 1985 - The U.S. Jaycees endorsed "Campaign for Liberty" to encourage public support for restoration of Statue of Liberty. Much has happened in the Jaycee movement since it oc-gan in 1920. Jaycee history includes unequalled stories of success and accomplishment and the involvement of millions of Americans wanting to improve the quality of life in their communities. The history of your involvement in the

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isnl. Jaycees' cooperdtion 1970 - Do Something with other service organizations

results in the founding of the National Center for Voluntary Action. 1971 - More than 3,000,000 volunteer hours were provided hy Jaycees to help
adtninister 7 Inillion doses of

rubella measles vaccine. 1972 Jaycees undert<lke m,xJel Operation Identification program to comhat hurglaries and aid crime prevention efforts. Five million stickers distributed nationally through Operation Red Ball to reduce fire fatalities. Bylaw change admitted IS-year-olds as regular members. 1973 - The United

To ledn1 more ahout the )ayt:ec and its imlxK4 n~ul "Yo""1( Men Gm Chmll(c The World." This />tthlimtio" is awiulhk Innn the U.S. Jaycces .'lab department
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yO" yo"' life are the most important decisions you'll make. The process of setting goals helps you realize what you want, now and in the future. Before setting your goals, though, you need to know your present situation. What do you enjoy doing? What are your strengths? What areas need improving? These questions help you determine your goals and make plans to succeed whether in your job, family life or Jaycee career. You'll need to find what you enjoy about Jaycees and what benefits you hope to receive to set goals for your Jaycee involvement. To help you realize your goals in Jaycees, two programs are available: Springboard and Degrees of Jaycees. The Springboard program involves you in Jaycees quickly through meetings and projects. When you complete these first requirements, you'll be on your way in the Degrees of Jaycees progrdm. Degrees of Jaycees is an opportunity to chart your progress in Jaycees. You'll work \\>;th experienced Jaycees to learn important skills. Springboard helps you get off to a strong start. It guides you through the first 90 days of your membership by providing a positive environment to meet other Jaycees, work on projects and learn about the organization. Springboard isn't difficult, but it is challenging. Springboard benefits both you and your chapter. For you, Springboard means finding out about yourself, what you like and in which areas of Jaycees you would like to devote your time. This helps you get more out of the organization and plan an enjoyable Jaycee career. You'll make new friends and develop skills to help you become a more wellrounded person.

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For your chapter, Springboard means you'll become involved in chapter activities, gain an understanding of Jaycees and ask other people to join you as members. To achieve Springboard you must complete the following tasks: 1. Attend 50 {>t.7CL.,1Ithe of c/UlPU.7'S regular memlx7ship meetings. By attending chapter meetings you'll meet other Jaycees, learn what the chapter is doing and get involved. Besides regular membership meetings, you can also learn about your organization at board of directors' meetings. 2. Attend a Springboard m;l7Iwtion. Springboard orientations provide background information on Jaycee history and accomplishments. This helps you develop a bener understanding of the Jaycee movement.
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the fol~)1.( ing: a. Bring a prospective member to a chapter activity. b. Ao;sistin recruiting a new member. After anending a mL'Ctingand working on a project, you should share the excitement of Jaycees with other young people. Bring a prospective member to a chapter function. Friends and business associates are gtxxl prospects to share the excitement of Jaycees with you. You'll work with experienced Jaycees when rL'Cruiting a member so you'll obtain an understanding of how to sponsor someone in Jaycees.

Com plete and renm! the Springboard Member SIlTn.')' to The U.S. Ja~-ees. Your last requirement is to answer the questions to the Springboard Member Survey on page 9 of this magazine and return the post-paid reply card with your answers to The U.S. Jaycees. This information helps The U.S. Jaycees learn more about you to have a bener understanding of what you need to achieve your goals for personal growth through Jaycees. Springboard's the best way to begin your involvement in Jaycees. You'll develop a sense of pride and establish a record of accomplishment. Your success in the first 90 days becomes the trddemark of your participation in the Jaycee movement. Upon completing the Springboard requirements, you'll be given credit for achieving the first degree in the Degrees of Jaycees program. Your chapter should provide you with a Springboard certificate and a Degrees of Jaycees certificate \\>;th the first degrL'e embossed in gold. With this in hand, you're on your WdYto bt.'Coming a valuable, involved Jaycee in your chapter and community.

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o I Male 02 Female What is your age group? 03 18-20 05 25-30 04 21-24 06 31-36 What is your marital status? 07 Single 09 Divorced 08 Married 10 Spouse Deceased How many children do you have? II None 14 Three 12 One 15 Four or more 13 Two With regard to your primary residence, do you: 16 Own your home? 18 Rent an apartment? 17 Rent a home? 19 Live with family? What is the highest level of education you've completed? 20 Did not graduate High School 21 High School Graduate/G.E.D. 22 Junior College 23 Vocational-Technical training 24 College graduate 25 Post-graduate What is your annual household income? 26 under $15,000 30 $35,000-44,999 27 $15,000-24,999 31 $45,000-54,999 28 $25,000-29,999 32 more than $55,000 29 $30,000-34,999 Which of the following financial accounts do you have? (Circle all that apply.) 33 checking 34 savings 35 Individual Retirement Account (IRA) 36 stocks, mutual funds 37 other investment programs In the I>lIst12 months hate you made purchases in any of the following categories?(Circle all that aPI,ly.) 38 Home stereo 39 Sporting goods 40 Camping equipment 41 Furniture, home furnishings 42 Kitchen appliances 4 3 Washer or dryer 44 Television 45 Video cassette recorder (VCR) 46 Automobile, Truck 47 Motor boat, Sailboat 48 Home computer/software How oftL, have you entertllined at home in the past 12 months? 49 Not at all 51 5-9 50 1-4 52 10 or more times What beverages do you serve when entertllining? 53 Beer 56 Gin 59 Wine 54 Bourbon 57 Scotch 60 Vodka 55 Coffee 58 Soft Drinks On which items do you I,lan to spend more than $1,000 in the next 12 months? 64 Personal travel 61 Home stereo 65 Investments (stocks, 62 Furniture securities, mutual funds) 63 Appliances 66 Other

Are you covered by medical insurance (hosPitalization)? 67 Yes 68 No M. What type of life insurance do you carry? 69 None 70 Term 71 Life 72 Universal N. What is the face oolue of your life insurance? 73 Less than $10,000 76 $50,000-100,000 74 $10,000-24,999 77 more than $100,000 75 $25,000-49,999 O. How much 1., you expect to spend on clothes in the next 12 m(mths? 78 less than $100 80 $300-500 79 $\00-299 81 more than $500 P. What is your primary occupation/profession? 82 Sales 88 Insurance 83 Retail, wholesale 89 Government 84 Computer 90 Secretarial, Clerical programming, service 91 Agri-business, Agriculture 85 Medical 92 Broadcasting, Publishing 86 Legal 93 Construction 87 Technical, Engineering, 94 Self-employed Research (architecture, 95 Professional design, chemistry) 96 Other Q. What credit cards do you have? 97 Major (MasterCard, VISA, American Express, Diner's Club) 98 Retail (Sears, J.C. Penney, department or apparel stores) 99 Oil company (Texaco, Shell, Exxon) \00 Other R In the pa.~t12 m(mths, how many days have you traveled on business? \01 None 102 01-10 \03 11-20 \04 21 or more S. In the past 12 months, how many days of personal travel have you taken? \05 None 106 01-05 \07 06-10 108 more than 10 T. How often have you traveled by air in the past 12 months? 109 None III 07-12 times 1\0 01-06 times 112 more than 12 times U. Which airline 1., you use most oftL,? 113 Air CallPSA 121 Pan American 114 American 122 People Express 115 Continental 123 Piedmont 116 Delta 124 Repubic 117 Eastern 125 Ozark 118 Frontier 126 Southwest/Muse Air 119 Midway Metrolinkl 127 Western Midway Express 128 United 120 Northwest Orient 129 Other
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What make of car(s) or truck(s) do you own? 130 AMC/Jeep/Renault 131 General Motors (Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Oldsmobile, Pontiac) 132 Chrysler (Dodge, Plymouth) 133 Ford (Mercury) 134 Japanese (Nissan, Toyota, Mazda, Subaru) 135 European (Mercedes, Volvo, Volkswagen, BMW, Saab) 136 Other If you buy a new car/truck in the next 12 months, will it be: 137 American 138 European 139 Japanese To which of the following publications 1., you subscribe? 140 News (Time, Newsweek, U.S. News & Workl Report, USA Today) 141 Sports (Sport, The SIx>rtingNews, SJxms Illustrated, Field & Stream) 142 Business/Financial (Wall Street Journal, Money, Business Week, Success) 143 Beauty/Fashion (Glamour, RedIx)()k, CosmoJx,litan, Lulies Home Journal) 144 Home (Better Homes & Gardens, Good HousekeePing, Southern Living) 145 General Interest (Reatler's Digest, Popu/nr Mechanics, Motor Trend)

De2rees of Javcees
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quickly. That's the first step toward becoming an active Jaycee and entering the Degrees of Jaycees progmm. It ",ill be through Degrees of Jaycees that you'll achieve your goals and objectives. Not everyone has the same goals and objectives for Jaycee involvcment. Some people join for leadership training while others work on community senice projects or to improve personal skills. Degrees of Jaycees is based upon the total Jaycee concept to expose you to all areas of leadership training. No Inatter what your goals and objectivcs arc, the Degrees of Jaycees ",ill help you obmin them. Springboard introduces you to Jaycees. Degrees of Jaycees builds on the knowledge you'vc obtained and challenges you to do new things and increase your knowledge. The progmm allows you to gain recognition and chart your progress toward personal goals. You'll find successful people in Jaycees are participating in the Degrees progmm. The Degrees of Jaycees is divided into three phases: Involvement Knowledge Leadership The first three degrees comprise the "Involvement" level. Through the involvement phase, you'll gain the experience necessary to move further into the Degrees progmm. E.,ch Degree must be completed in order. All requirements of the 1st Degree must be accomplished before any achievement toward the 2nd Degree is credited. You must qualify for the 2nd Degree bef,)re moving on to the 3rd Degree and so on. Upon completion of the Springboard progmm, you're automatically recognized as earning the 1st Degree. Then you can start working toward the 2nd Degree. If, for some reason, you arc unable to complete Springboard in the 90.Jay period, you can still get involved in Jaycees by completing the additional requirements of the 1st Degree, which are: 1st Degree. I. Cmn/,kte thc Springboard /'rogmlll or
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follou'ing:

When you've completed Springboard or the 1st Degree, you've taken the first step in the "Involvement" level of the Degrees of Jaycl.'Cs program. The next step is to conlplcte the follo\\ing requirements for 2nJ
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Att<,ul 50 p<,,:cn( of the du'l'ter's ,,-,:ular IIIclII/",,.,,hi,,IIIccring.,I"hik atwin ing 1st Dt-grcc.Attendance at chapter meerings brings you into contact ",ith other Jaycees and keeps you informed about chapter activities. Board of directors' meetings also provide infornlation on chap. ter projects and plans. Parricil te in onc of the follml'ing: a. Leadership Dynamics b. Personal Dynamics c. Communications Dynamics d. Time Dynamics Participating in an Individual Development (lD) project Mil help you develop valuble personal skills. AUt,ul an orientation ml chal'tcr, SWIeenul lUllional sOl.duff enullnn. ,\.'Tams. Learning more about chapter. SL.'1tc and national structure and programs ",ill help you bt'Come a better Jaycee. Working within the chapter management structure makes you a more effective rncJnhcr. Visit enl '''tiI11)' of enw(ha cht'/'ft'T.** The experience gained by watching another Jaycee chapter conduct a program or projl"Ct rnay provide ideas on new projcct.{,j for your chapter or how to make existing progr~lms nl0re effective. **l\tcmbt'Ts of POlm"ni,m lJiI'ision 9 d"'/'ft'TS are not rc</uircd to corn/,kte this ift"l. L.c.ul the clu,/,t,.,. in the P"'dge of Alkgj,nu'c In gin' the inmcation at a Jay't"f,.'c.' mc.'c.'tin,t:. This simple exercise gives you an opportunity to speak before the Jaycees in your chapter. Bc.. WI actin' committee.' me.'mbCT of a chllIJtt.'T In-ojcct. Involves YOli in a project fronl st. to finish - planning to evaluation. lrt An"ul a cht'/'ft'T chtlimulII',' 1'''lIIl1illg guitk (CPO) In'c/~'m(ion tminin!: : .<C.<sion hllt'C a chtl/'ft'T rncrnlx'Texl,",in the CPG Imcss. The CPO is In an important management to,,1 for all Jaycees. Take the time to be properly tmined in h"w to use a CPG. Bc a "'giSft,,-d mft'T In' fning a In'osl>cctil'C ja::ou'e to a chal'ft'T aetilil)'. Exercising your right to vote in generdl elections involves YOli Jirt."ctly in 1(.'II:al. state and national affairs. like voting at a chapter ffit."Ctinginvolvcs you in Jayn-e affairs. By n"w, y"u're familiar enough ""th Jaycees to know the importance of involving others. CIu'I'ft.,.ol,rienl. Your chapter \\ill determine the requirements for N". 9 and No. 10.
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2nd Degree. Cenll/>kte (he follo"'l1g: I.

2.

AW.'Jul SO I"''''mt of the clu'/'ft.,.'s rn,,"Ix'TShi/>mcetillgs whiLe atwill' illg 2JullJ..,.,.. c. Partid/"te in enl<'of the folLII"ing JW(almuly takm: a. Leadership Dynamics b. Personal Dynamics c. Communication Dynamics d. Time Dynamics
Attt..'rul a di.'itriC4 n'.l.qml, stat.e or JutrimuJI lrainiJ~ session, funnn, ont..'J1ttJ# tion or JUt.'c.'tinrl{. ** Vi.,it an llA:til11)' ",wtht'T clu'/'ft'T.** of Be ahk ~. I1'cite",ul laul tht clu'I'ft.,. in m:irin,\(the ja)l'cc Creed.

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Be a cIH:ht,imuIII of <I Im,j,,t (M,,,t cenn/,kte the fo/L",,,ingSte/IS): a. Assist in preparing the first nine questions of the CrG. b. A,sist in presenting the first nine questions of the CPG to the chapter's board of directors or general membership for approval. c. A"ist in implementing the PWjl'Ct and completing questions 10-13 of the CrG. d. Assist in evaluating the project and completing questions ('HH of the e. A"ist in presenting the final report on the projl'Ct to the hoard of directors or general memhership. AtteJul a ci.it en)(""i~(/(ilm,"nil .. omnl"~ I1'li"'~"'L' 'n' scluI/".ml ' IIIccring\('ith wwtht'T j<l)l'cc wull1'/xn1 ~, (he clu'/'ft'T. Rt.~n.it wul Springboard mU' j<l)l"t"C.

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these ir..,Jt<. Your involvement in Springboard and Degrees of Jaycl."'s ",ill ex("X)SC you to the experiences Jaycees has to offer in (he areas of orient41~ tion, trdining. conlmunity awarcnes...anJ sharing ja)'Cl."t:'s. ou're now ready Y to Il.."arnmore about how your chapter functions. For more infonnation on how to ohbin dt'gn... 3,10. contact your s chapter president l)r Management Dcvdopnlent \;ce president.

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Total
Jaycee

Conceet

chapter is to meet community needs while offering its members an opportunity to develop skills as they fill leadership roles. Jaycee programs and projects are designed to serve the individual and the community. Both prosper because Jaycee activities bring about a better way of life. The total Jaycee concept, through which your chapter offers opportunities for community involvement, leadership training and personal growth, develops the whole person through the whole chapter. The concept is symbolized by an equilateral triangle with a circle in the middle and overlapping sides.

T,

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MEA outlines an area of potential impact where your chapter conducts projects to meet the needs of its members or the community. The projects your chapter chooses to run are based on the needs determined by the community and the Jaycees in your chapter. The first step in determining what needs exist and how to meet them should be to conduct a community needs analysis and survey of chapter members. Determining needs is an important part of your chapter's planning activity. The projects or programs your chapter runs are tailored to those needs. Your chapter is most effective when it conducts a series of projects in each MEA. These projects are included in your chapter's plan for the yea r. The MEAs under each programming porrfolio and a brief description of each follows: The MEAs under Individual Development are: Leadershi/) Dewlo/mlent, Family Life/SpiritUlll Deu~lo/mlent and Personal Skills. Programs in these MEAs enhance personal growth by developing your ability to speak before large audiences, strengthening spiritual commitment or spending quality time with loved ones. Each Individual Development MEA is explained in more detail on page 12. Individual Development pro-

gramming is designed to meet personal and professional needs of individual Jaycees. The MEAs under the Community Development programming porrfolio are: Hunllln Services, Community Im/Jn)t'Lwent, Government lnvolvenlent and Onnmunity Fundraising. Projects in this area enable you to serve your community through such activities as building a playground, presenting a petition to the city council, raising money for a burn victim or meeting other community needs. More details on the Community Development MEAs are shown on page 13. With the importance of community volunteerism growing, the role of Jaycees in meeting community needs is vital to the success of your chapter's Community Development programming. MEAs in Management Development are: Public Relations, Planning, Training, Financial Management, Personnel Management, Onnmunication and RecruitnlentiOrienration/ Actiunion. This programming porrfolio helps individual members manage the business of the chapter. All chapter members are responsible in one way or another for chapter management, whether through chairing a project or being part of the project team. Through Management Development, you'll learn to manage people, money and

time, and to evaluate the success of a project or program. More on the specifics of Management Development MEAs can be found on page 14. The total Jaycee concept provides benefits and improves personal skills so you can better plan your future. Your city or town benefits because of your involvement in communityoriented projects. Your chapter benefits from your increased management skills. Planning, training and other skills you acquire can then be passed on to new Jaycees. This total focus forms the basis for every project your chapter conducts. Involving yourself in all aspects of the total Jaycee concept builds personal skills and enables you to take full advantage of your involvement in this organization. Through your experience, you'll develop a better understanding of your community, yourself and other people. You'll have unlimited opportunities for personal growth, leadership training and community service through Jaycees. Your commitment to a better quality of life for you and your loved ones will also grow. Many young people have used their experiences with the total Jaycee concept to broaden their horizons and develop wellrounded personalities. Leadership can best be developed through involvement. Get involved now! Your chapter and community need you.

The sides overla p to illustrate balanced emphasis on the areas of Management Development, Community Development and Individual Development. The circle at the center represents you and the wellrounded person you'll become as you improve personal skills. The total Jaycee concept focuses on 14 Major Emphasis Areas (MEAs). Each of the three programming porrfolios, Community Development, Individual Development and Management Development, has specific MEAs under which projects are conducted. Each

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Individual

Develop_m_en_t _ _
Leadership Development This MEA includes programs which can help Jaycees build leadership skills. Personal Dynamics develops personal awareness and potential through selfevaluation and goal setting. Like a ship with a rudder, Jaycees with goals can be sure they'll get where they want to go. This program helps you reach the destination you desire. information and frees you to achieve more of your pOlential. The Speak-Up program provides the opporlunity to become accustomed to speaking before a group. The program includes impromptu and formal speaking. No matter how proficient a Jaycee is at public speaking, this is a chance to improve. Other programs besides those mentioned which are designed to further your leadership skills can be incorporated by your chapter into this MEA for your benefit. Family Life/Spiritual Development Our ever-chan!,';ng world spins a web through family life with ncar-lightning speed. Jaycees' Family Life programs help you find more effective ways to cut through the web of confusion that life spins. These aren't lecture courses. They are discussion programs to help you approach family relationships more openly. Prime Time guides parent.~ in dealing ith children. Discussions cover topics like marriage, raising children and prmiding opportunity for growth within the family structure. All In The Family, no rela tion to the television show, helps participants examine attitudes, behavior and choices in the area of alcohol use, non-use and abuse. Through this program, Jaycees and their families learn to avoid familyeroding alcohol problems. Family Time is a revolutionary "old" idea. It serves as an "icebreaker" for families to open communication and leaves the message, "Come on in, the water's fine." This program helps you focus on how to introduce "quality time" for your family. Other Family Life programs can be tailored to meet the requirements of Jaycees in your chapter. The Spiritual Growth project.~ your chapter may run are included in The Chaplain's Guide To Better People, which contains project ideas and serves as a reference book for chapter chaplains. Personal Skills This MEA includes any

ndividual Development (10) programs provide Jaycees the knowledge and experience they must have to becon.e leaders in their communities. That's why Jaycees involves its

members in a range of ide activities under the total Jaycee concept. The success of former Jaycees has proven the system works. They've provided leadership to their families, churches, on the job, in communities, states, the nation and throughout the world. It's not necessary to have a long Jaycee career to benefit from the programs explained here. No matter what level of achievement you're seeking, personal growth from these programs helps you achieve that level. The 10 programming portfolio includes three Major Emphasis Areas (MEA~): Lelult.'TShip Dewlol)men!, FlImily LijdSpiriUUlI Det't~I()I)menlInd l
Persmllli Skills.

Leadership Dynamics helps you discover a wide range of leadership talents and identifies those you possess and ones you must concentrate on. This program helps you prepare to assume leadership roles both on the job and in Jaycees. Communication Dynamics examines the four basics of communication: reading, writing, speaking and listening. It helps you learn how to be more effective in all your communication by teaching you how to get your message across. Time is one thing we all have in common. Time Dynamics helps you effectively use your time. II provides you wilh current time management

and all programming conducted the primary ith purpose of increasing personal skills of indi\idual members. Under this MEA you're limited only by your ima!,';nation. Jaycee chapters can enhance programming by conducting U.S. Jaycees' 10 projects in areas of particular interest, such as Personal Financial Planning, Stress Endurance and Job Search. How do we know exactly where we stand in our chan!,';ng economy? To help us all understand how to best serve our own financial future, Personal Financial Planning aids us in understanding about money management systems. Stress is the rate of all wear and tear caused by life and the response of the body to any demand made on it. The Stress Endurance manual offers tips on health, exercises and relaxation to be utilized to minimize the effects of stress we experience. Job Search pro\ides job hunting information. Whether you're just out of college and ready to start a career or are looking for new opportunities, this program can help you sell your most valuable commodity-yourself. Other examples of Personal Skills MEA projects include: -Dress for Success -Gourmet Cooking -Basic Auto Mechanics -Color Analysis -Self-defense -Home Improvements -Financial Investments -Study of American Culture The list is endless and gives Jaycee chapters a chance to run programs that interest and involve their members. Ja ycee success stories abound. A~ you progress in your Jaycee participation, you'll hear how people have created a positive change in their lives. Jaycees encouraged those young people to focus their lives on personal growth and career goals. You can reach your potential as a Jaycee by involving yourself in personal, family and spiritual growth programs in your chapter. Help yourself to the enjoyment and fulfillment succes.~and selfimprovement can bring.

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Community Develo~ment

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programs have been a cornerstone of the Jaycee movement since its inception. The first national Jaycee project was "Get Out The Vote" in the 1920s. It's been an important Community Development project for Jaycees since. The MEAs under Community Development are: HUlJllln Ser\'ices, COIHlJnmiry IIHlm)n'lnL'II~ G(n~'I'IIIHL'I1t Inml\~'1IlL'I1t CmlllJllmiry Fundand
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Human Services Shooting Education is an active status program teaching responsible gun handling to boys and girls between the ages of 8 and 14. The progmm emphasizes education, safety, enjoyment and competition. The U.S. Jaycees/Daisy Shooting Education pro~'Tam has instructed millions of youngsters for more than 20 years. Special Olympics is an example of a library status human services program. Chapters participating in Special Olympics activities conduct competition locally, then sponsor ,,;nners to the state level. Some states have camps for the mentally and physically disabled. The camps are maintained by chapters donating money and labJr. An example is Missouri's Camp Wonderland, which has facilities, recreational and therapeutic activities specially designed to fit the needs of individuals in wheelchairs. Chapters become involved in meeting not only state and national human service needs but ones in their own community, such as supporting a Scout trLX)p. Community Improvement Housing Winterization and Elderly Assistance are two examples of library status pro~'Tams available through The

U.S. Jaycees. Many chapters run both projects to effectively meet the needs of low income and/or elderly citizens in the community. The Idaho Jaycees' "Keep Idaho Green" campaign is an example of a state organization's project fulfilling a resource and conservation need under this MEA Your chapter could conduct a beautification project to plant trees or put waste containers on city streets.

It could provide a recycling center for citizens to bring aluminum, glass and paper and cut down on the amount of
waste.

Govemment Involvement Governmental Affairs is an active status prO!.'Tam promoting activities to help Jaycee chapters involve citizens in their local government. Projects include: Get Out The Vote shows the chapter how to physically

get out the vote. Activities include publicizing the location of voting precincts, providing transportation for handicapped or elderly citizens, publicizing public transportation routes and a babysitting service. Model Legislature is conducted in many states. Jaycee delegates vote on current issues. This practical experience teaches the meaning of the governmental process by placing Jaycees in the shoes of a representative. Bills for the program are drafted from local issues and sponsored by Jaycee chapters throughout the state. Many bills passed by Jaycee Model Legislatures are later introduced into state k'gislatures and become law. Community Fundraising Muscular Dystrophy Fundraising is an example of an active status pro~'Tam under this MEA. It is a major undertaking on behalf of The United States Jaycees to aid in finding a cure for neuromuscular diseases. In the years since the adoption of the program at the national level, Jaycees have raised more than $14 million for Muscular Dystrophy Association research pro~'Tams. Each year, more than 2,500 Jaycee chapters conduct various fundraising programs. A final check presentation on behalf of all Jaycees is made on national television at the Jerry Lewis MDA Telethon by the president of The U.S. Jaycees. Some state organizations also conduct fund raising programs for worthwhile programs like the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Cystic Fibrosis or St. Jude's. Chapters also raise money for kxal charities through community foundations or disaster funds. Your chapter may be involved in raising funds for an individual needing an organ transplant or a child abuse center needing financial assistance. Based on your input and the input of others, your chapter decides what pro~'Tams it becomes involved in and to what extent. The common thread connecting all Community Development activities is they start from the idea conceived by an individual, like you, who saw a need. Do you have an idea?

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Manasement Development
Financial management includes managing chapter funds as well as doing written report.s and annual audit.s. Ways and means projects fall into this area. Through the use of "hands-on" budget trdining, you arc responsible for the financial stability of your Jaycee chapter: a small business. Personnel Management is one of the first techniques a new member learns. It may be through chairing a project or holding a chapter office. The per~)nnel management MEA contains other responsibilities: chapter meetings, elections, awards, incentive programs and banquets, among others. All of these are essential to the development of your Jaycee experience. Although communications and public relations may seem the same on the surface, the MEAs arc very different. Communication deals with prO\;ding information to chapter members. This can take the form of newsletters, telephone calls, special mailings and special event promotions. Communication is essential to inform members of chapter acti\;ties. Communication reminds members of their responsibilities and lets them know they must contribute for the chapter to be successful.

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opportunities to learn management techniques and skills through Jaycees. The importance of planning and managing personal and professional acti\;ties can be found in the MEAs under the Management Development portfolio. These MEAs include: PlanninJ{, TraininJ{, Financial Manllgl'1IJen~ Personnel MCI1ll1ge1l11'11~ C01l1IJumication, Pllhlic Relations and Recrll i[1111'11 tI 0ri1'11 [arimll Actit'mjon. The Management Development MEAs arc among the most important in Jaycees. It's here that chapter acti\;ties arc planned and individual members are trained. Chapter finances must be maint.1ined while public relations and communications help build unity in the chapter and community. Personnel management and recruitment/orientation/activation get people involved and recognize their contribution to the chapter and the community. Planning is the most critical Management Development MEA The chapter plan falls under this area. All members should take part in planning activities for the chapter, from membership recruitment to fundmising projects or ~1Cial activities. Planning enables your chapter to be successful. Training for committee chairmen, officers, project chairmen and other members is al~) important. Not only docs training give you knowledge and techniques to manage a project, you can apply this basic management training to your personal life or career.

Public relations activities are undertaken to educate the community about your Jaycee chapter. programs and projects. News releases, public sen;ce announcements and photogmphs arc included in this MEA. Other functions arc community recognition progmms, parades, pageants and distinguished service awards (DSA), among others. These activities educate the public and im;te them to pa rtici pa te \\; th or in Jaycees. The recruitment/orientation/activation MEA has chapter management responsibilities for individual members. Recruitment includes sharing the opportunity of Jaycees \\;th other young people in your community or in another city or town. Your chance to extend the Jaycee opportunity to other young people may come at a membership night (M-night), recruitment booth at a shopping mall, one-on-one recruitment or other recruitment methods. Orientation educates new members about Jaycees. Springboard Magazine is part of your orientation pn . gram. New Jaycees may complete their orientation in a formal group session or on a one-t, .one basis. Activation encourages current Jaycees to increase their participation. Active Jaycees arc likely to renew and the retention of experienced Jaycees adds stability to any chapter. Jaycees continue their membership through involvement in the Degrees of Jaycees program. An effective recruitOleo t/ oncn ta t ion/ acti va tion

program is necessary if a healthy, growing chapter is to have an impact in the community. You GIn find opportunities for leadership training at all levels of Jaycees. In the Management Development MEAs, you'll learn techniques in planning, training, communicating, motivating, budgeting and dealing with people. Involve yourself today!

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Beyond Your

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joined more than your chapter. You've also become a member of your state Jaycee organization, The United States Jaycees and Jaycees International OCI). What does this mean to you? As you get involved in the chapter and develop your abilities, further growth can be achieved by advancing through various leadership positions available beyond your chapter. Those positions exist in your state organization, which provides assistance to chapters and individual members, and in the national organization. District directors (DDs) are state officers with responsibility for training chapter officers and assisting your chapter with its management. Regional directors (RDs) are responsible for a certain area or region of your state. They train and lead district directors and help Jaycee chapters become more involved in state activities. The re~,'ional director also assists district directors and chapters on membership drives and extending new chapters. State program managers are responsible for coordinating a particular statewide project, such as Muscular Dystrophy Fundraising or Shooting Education. They appoint representatives in districts and regions to assist them. The program manager works directly with The United States Jaycees and your state's Community Development vice president to carry out the project . State vice presidents have an assigned area of emphasis to assist the regional directors, district directors and chapters in carrying out their responsibilities.

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The Individual Development vice president coordinates state, region, district and chapter Individual Development prOl,'Tams.The Management Development vice president handles training and chapter management activities. The membership vice president assists in membership growth and retention activities for all

chapters, regions and districts. The Community Development vice president assists chapters with community projects and c<x)rdinates state program managers' activities. Your state president administers your state organization and presides over its business meetings. The president's responsibilities

include managing all state officers and serving on The U.S. Jaycees Executive Board of Directors. The national headquarters for The U.S. Jaycees is located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where employees and staff officers develop and manage programs for national, state and chapter use. Headquarters is designed as a service center to enhance your opportunities for involvement in the Jaycee movement. Leadership positions are limited at the national level, but can be achieved by any Jaycee. The national president is elected by Jaycee delegates to the June Annual Meeting and serves as the motivational leader and spokesperson for the organization. National vice president.~ (NVPs) are also elected at Annual Meeting. Each NVP is assigned to several states or metropolitan areas to provide motivation, recruitment and management training. The U.S. Jaycees provides training and services to state and chapter organizations. The training is often direct to chapters, such as Local Officers' Training Schlx)ls, or indirect, through mailings and manuals provided for chapters and state officers. The U.S. Jaycees also publishes FUTURE Magazine, the official publication you'll receive every other month. You're also a member of Jaycees International, with members in more than 75 freeworld nations. Jaycees International has a membership of more than one-half million Jaycees and is headquartered in Coral Gables, Florida. The purpose of Jaycees International is to promote democracy, understanding and service as embodied in the Jaycee Creed. You're a Jaycee. You're now more familiar with the Jaycee movement and how it can serve you. It's up to you to actively plan your career in Jaycees. The opportunities for involvement will help you become a more well-rounded individual. Take advantage of these opportunities.

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Q Would

you buy a Jaycee product from this man? A. Most Jaycees do!

Your Jaycee Sales department has a variety of personal products available for immediate delivery. For example, you can choose from sport and dress shirts, jackets, vests, T-shirts and caps. Other items include pen and pencil sets, mugs, lighters, cups, key rings and watches. As you become more involved in Jaycee activities and programs, you'll want to show your pride and excitement. A good .way to start is by wearing and using official Jaycee merchandise. Also available through the Jaycee Sales

department are materials to assist your chapter in conducting many of the Individual Development, Community Development and Management Development programs. Order your personal Jaycee products today and ask for a free complete Sales catalog listing all materials available from the U.S. Jaycees Sales department.

With Visa or MasterCard orders, call toll free 1~800~331~3248.

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Jaycees Springboard

Survey

Survey" is the final step in completing your Springboard requirements. Complete it today. Have your chapter president sign it to verify completion and mail it to The U.S. Jaycees.

CHECK THE CODE FROM THE SPRINGBOARD

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SURVEY WHICH BEST DESCRIBES YOU.

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FIRST CLASS PERMIT NO. 1069 TULSA, OK POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE

The U.S. Jaycees P.O. Box 7 Tulsa, OK 74121-0007

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