DC
Want to run for Drama Club Board this year?
There is an informational Candidates' Meeting on Friday, April 7, in Ms. Penman's room, K-6.
So, you want to be on Drama Club Board, eh?
Well, this information sheet is for you! This has all the information about running, campaigning, voting, and getting on Board. Read it all-every word. If you have any questions, I'm the guy to talk to:
Aaron Alpert, (818) 889-6239, Alpert8@aol.com
What does it mean to be on Drama Club ("DC") Board, and why should I run?
Board, beside organizing DC meetings and giving announcements, makes decisions that affect the entire theater program. Most importantly, they decide how to spend the DC budget, which is about $10,000 per year. Also, they are the students' representatives for all theater matters. They, for example, attend Theater Arts Boosters meetings and provide input as to what the plays for the year should be. They also set and adjust certain drama related policies, such as the number of Thespian points awarded for something and the annual re-writing of the DC constitution. Board members are responsible for providing entertainment at certain times. Finally, they provide an important service function. They distribute information, plan parties and other events, promote shows, and yes, do the unpopular jobs like cleaning up after DC. Additionally, the eight people elected will determine who gets which office. The president leads DC, sets the agenda, and presides over meetings. The vice president assists the president, takes over in the absence of the president, and runs committees and elections. The treasurer monitors the DC account, sets the budget, handles a lot of cash, and writes hundreds of receipts. The recording secretary takes minutes (notes) of all meetings. The corresponding secretary communicates with other organizations and writes the newsletter. The membership officer records Thespian points and organizes inductions. The historian keeps club records, makes a scrapbook, and chairs the Convention Committee. The clerk maintains control during meetings, takes attendance, and plans parties. If your goal is to serve DC, you would be a good candidate. People who want to rule over DC-not so much. If you want to change something (and make campaign promises to do so), be prepared to work hard. The school doesn't like change, so you have to be willing to fight uphill battles. You must be dedicated-your Board duties will take anywhere from 1-4 hours per week, depending on which office you have and how busy a time of year it is in the theater department.
What are the requirements to be on Drama Club Board?
• You must currently be:
1. An inducted Thespian
2. A member in good standing of DC (attends 2 out of 4 meetings per month)-I will be taking attendance the month before elections!
3. A current freshman, sophomore, or junior. No seniors (duh)!
• You must meet ONE of the following three requirements:
1. Be a player on the Comedy Sportz team
2. Have completed at least one full year of either a theater or stagecraft class
3. Have been a member of DC for at least one full year (if you joined at the beginning of this year, nope…)
OK, I'm dedicated, and I want to run. What do I have to do?
• Read this sheet and attend all candidates' meetings.
• Submit your name to me (Aaron) and let me know I intend to run by April 21, 2006.
• Prepare a short speech, write a blurb, and make a poster-requirements described below.
What's the "blurb?"
For the first time in DC history, I will be making a printed Voter Information Guide. You may submit a written blurb about yourself, which must meet the following guidelines:
• You may include a short slogan of no more than TEN words and a blurb of no more than TWO HUNDRED words.
• The blurb should be serious. What have you done to support DC? Why are you running? Why should people vote for you? Save your jokes and funnies for your speech! I will not allow trivial jokes.
• Submit your blurbs and slogans to me by April 28 at Alpert8@aol.com. E-mail only! (I'm not retyping them.)
• Blurbs and slogans must be school appropriate. If you have any questions, ask me.
What's the poster?
• For the first time, you may make ONE poster, which will be posted in J-2.
• Posters may be NO LARGER THAN 18 x 18 inches.
• The purpose is to remind DC of who's running so, your name and a picture or you would be good.
• If your poster is not appropriate, it will not be posted. Ask me for questions.
What's the speech?
• On either May 11 or May 18, you may make a speech during Drama Club. Tell me your date preference or any conflicts.
• Speeches may be no longer than ONE MINUTE. Yes, you will be cut off if you go over 1 minute.
• Speeches must be appropriate. They will not be pre-screened in anyway, so you it is imperative (that means "you must," but very strongly) talk to me if you have any questions!!! I will stop speeches that are inappropriate.
• You may present your speech in whatever creative way you would like-a speech, a skit, a video, a song, you name it! Because a major part of being on Board is being entertaining, this is the place to be funny, creative, witty, and entertaining!!! You don't have to provide a lot of information about your campaign here.
What are the campaign rules?
• No mudslinging (AKA, trying to put down other candidates)
• You may have others (including seniors) support you and help with your speech.
• You may not hand out other promotional materials (i.e., little posters, fliers).
• You don't have to do the speech, the blurb, or the poster if you don't want to, but that frankly looks bad for you.
• Remember you are representing the school (DC is an ASB sponsored club), so you must follow all school rules, especially those pertaining to appropriateness!
• You must attend all candidates' meetings. If you can't make one, contact me, and we'll work it out.
Do you have any campaign advice for me?
Yes! Now, the advice and strategies presented here are things from my experience. Talk to other current and former Board members for a fuller perspective. First of all, DC tends to give the most importance to who is entertaining. Board is so much more than that, but DC can be blind to other factors. Be entertaining and funny, but also have a plan and a reason. Show your dedication by attending (or even better, participating in) all theater events between now and election day-CSz games, Midsummer, Songs for a New World, the One Act Festival, and Shakespeare Night. Be yourself-don't try to seem like something you're not. If you're not genuine on Board, you'll hate the experience. At the same time, try to reach out to other people. Say "hi" to the people in DC whom you've been ignoring. Even if you don't make Board, it's always good to be nice to others. Remember…it's about YOU: what you've done for DC, what talents you can bring to Board, and how well you can work with others. The most important thing I can say is-be nice, be involved, be enthusiastic!
What are the important dates?
• April 21- due date to declare your candidacy! (Tell me you want to run.)
• April 28- due date to submit your blurb and slogan to me at Alpert8@aol.com
• Candidates' meetings- dates, times, and locations TBA
• May 11 and 18- candidates' speeches. Tell me your date preference or if you can't make one of these dates.
• May 25- ELECTION DAY!!!
• May 27- new Board + old Board meeting at my house at 8:00 AM.
• June 2- Drama Club Banquet
What are the procedures on Election Day?
• Seniors may support candidates, but they MAY NOT VOTE.
• Everyone who is a paid member of Drama Club will receive one ballot. Everyone has eight votes. Only one vote per ballot per candidate. Undervotes (less than 8 votes) are OK, but overvotes will be discarded.
• For the first time ever, the ballots will be secret! Also for the first time, the seniors on Board will count the votes!
What happens if I get on?
You will meet with the new Board. One of your first jobs will be to pick positions. If two or more people would like the same position, the rest of the new Board votes on who will get it. However, certain talents are best suited to certain jobs. We, the old Board, and especially the seniors, will make recommendations to you, explain the positions, and encourage certain people to take certain jobs. The old Board plans to begin allowing the new Board to join in their meetings. However, it's toward the end of the year, so there won't be a whole lot of new business. Start thinking of new ideas for next year! On the third Saturday in September, the Board members traditionally go to the Thespian Leadership Conference, where they learn important skills and discover new ideas. Save the date if you win! The outgoing seniors-Mel, Marcella, and I-are always available if you need advice, a shoulder to cry on, anything. You will be officially installed at Banquet on June 2.
Questions? Ask Aaron! (818) 889-6239, Alpert8@aol.com
Best of luck to all candidates!
There is an informational Candidates' Meeting on Friday, April 7, in Ms. Penman's room, K-6.
So, you want to be on Drama Club Board, eh?
Well, this information sheet is for you! This has all the information about running, campaigning, voting, and getting on Board. Read it all-every word. If you have any questions, I'm the guy to talk to:
Aaron Alpert, (818) 889-6239, Alpert8@aol.com
What does it mean to be on Drama Club ("DC") Board, and why should I run?
Board, beside organizing DC meetings and giving announcements, makes decisions that affect the entire theater program. Most importantly, they decide how to spend the DC budget, which is about $10,000 per year. Also, they are the students' representatives for all theater matters. They, for example, attend Theater Arts Boosters meetings and provide input as to what the plays for the year should be. They also set and adjust certain drama related policies, such as the number of Thespian points awarded for something and the annual re-writing of the DC constitution. Board members are responsible for providing entertainment at certain times. Finally, they provide an important service function. They distribute information, plan parties and other events, promote shows, and yes, do the unpopular jobs like cleaning up after DC. Additionally, the eight people elected will determine who gets which office. The president leads DC, sets the agenda, and presides over meetings. The vice president assists the president, takes over in the absence of the president, and runs committees and elections. The treasurer monitors the DC account, sets the budget, handles a lot of cash, and writes hundreds of receipts. The recording secretary takes minutes (notes) of all meetings. The corresponding secretary communicates with other organizations and writes the newsletter. The membership officer records Thespian points and organizes inductions. The historian keeps club records, makes a scrapbook, and chairs the Convention Committee. The clerk maintains control during meetings, takes attendance, and plans parties. If your goal is to serve DC, you would be a good candidate. People who want to rule over DC-not so much. If you want to change something (and make campaign promises to do so), be prepared to work hard. The school doesn't like change, so you have to be willing to fight uphill battles. You must be dedicated-your Board duties will take anywhere from 1-4 hours per week, depending on which office you have and how busy a time of year it is in the theater department.
What are the requirements to be on Drama Club Board?
• You must currently be:
1. An inducted Thespian
2. A member in good standing of DC (attends 2 out of 4 meetings per month)-I will be taking attendance the month before elections!
3. A current freshman, sophomore, or junior. No seniors (duh)!
• You must meet ONE of the following three requirements:
1. Be a player on the Comedy Sportz team
2. Have completed at least one full year of either a theater or stagecraft class
3. Have been a member of DC for at least one full year (if you joined at the beginning of this year, nope…)
OK, I'm dedicated, and I want to run. What do I have to do?
• Read this sheet and attend all candidates' meetings.
• Submit your name to me (Aaron) and let me know I intend to run by April 21, 2006.
• Prepare a short speech, write a blurb, and make a poster-requirements described below.
What's the "blurb?"
For the first time in DC history, I will be making a printed Voter Information Guide. You may submit a written blurb about yourself, which must meet the following guidelines:
• You may include a short slogan of no more than TEN words and a blurb of no more than TWO HUNDRED words.
• The blurb should be serious. What have you done to support DC? Why are you running? Why should people vote for you? Save your jokes and funnies for your speech! I will not allow trivial jokes.
• Submit your blurbs and slogans to me by April 28 at Alpert8@aol.com. E-mail only! (I'm not retyping them.)
• Blurbs and slogans must be school appropriate. If you have any questions, ask me.
What's the poster?
• For the first time, you may make ONE poster, which will be posted in J-2.
• Posters may be NO LARGER THAN 18 x 18 inches.
• The purpose is to remind DC of who's running so, your name and a picture or you would be good.
• If your poster is not appropriate, it will not be posted. Ask me for questions.
What's the speech?
• On either May 11 or May 18, you may make a speech during Drama Club. Tell me your date preference or any conflicts.
• Speeches may be no longer than ONE MINUTE. Yes, you will be cut off if you go over 1 minute.
• Speeches must be appropriate. They will not be pre-screened in anyway, so you it is imperative (that means "you must," but very strongly) talk to me if you have any questions!!! I will stop speeches that are inappropriate.
• You may present your speech in whatever creative way you would like-a speech, a skit, a video, a song, you name it! Because a major part of being on Board is being entertaining, this is the place to be funny, creative, witty, and entertaining!!! You don't have to provide a lot of information about your campaign here.
What are the campaign rules?
• No mudslinging (AKA, trying to put down other candidates)
• You may have others (including seniors) support you and help with your speech.
• You may not hand out other promotional materials (i.e., little posters, fliers).
• You don't have to do the speech, the blurb, or the poster if you don't want to, but that frankly looks bad for you.
• Remember you are representing the school (DC is an ASB sponsored club), so you must follow all school rules, especially those pertaining to appropriateness!
• You must attend all candidates' meetings. If you can't make one, contact me, and we'll work it out.
Do you have any campaign advice for me?
Yes! Now, the advice and strategies presented here are things from my experience. Talk to other current and former Board members for a fuller perspective. First of all, DC tends to give the most importance to who is entertaining. Board is so much more than that, but DC can be blind to other factors. Be entertaining and funny, but also have a plan and a reason. Show your dedication by attending (or even better, participating in) all theater events between now and election day-CSz games, Midsummer, Songs for a New World, the One Act Festival, and Shakespeare Night. Be yourself-don't try to seem like something you're not. If you're not genuine on Board, you'll hate the experience. At the same time, try to reach out to other people. Say "hi" to the people in DC whom you've been ignoring. Even if you don't make Board, it's always good to be nice to others. Remember…it's about YOU: what you've done for DC, what talents you can bring to Board, and how well you can work with others. The most important thing I can say is-be nice, be involved, be enthusiastic!
What are the important dates?
• April 21- due date to declare your candidacy! (Tell me you want to run.)
• April 28- due date to submit your blurb and slogan to me at Alpert8@aol.com
• Candidates' meetings- dates, times, and locations TBA
• May 11 and 18- candidates' speeches. Tell me your date preference or if you can't make one of these dates.
• May 25- ELECTION DAY!!!
• May 27- new Board + old Board meeting at my house at 8:00 AM.
• June 2- Drama Club Banquet
What are the procedures on Election Day?
• Seniors may support candidates, but they MAY NOT VOTE.
• Everyone who is a paid member of Drama Club will receive one ballot. Everyone has eight votes. Only one vote per ballot per candidate. Undervotes (less than 8 votes) are OK, but overvotes will be discarded.
• For the first time ever, the ballots will be secret! Also for the first time, the seniors on Board will count the votes!
What happens if I get on?
You will meet with the new Board. One of your first jobs will be to pick positions. If two or more people would like the same position, the rest of the new Board votes on who will get it. However, certain talents are best suited to certain jobs. We, the old Board, and especially the seniors, will make recommendations to you, explain the positions, and encourage certain people to take certain jobs. The old Board plans to begin allowing the new Board to join in their meetings. However, it's toward the end of the year, so there won't be a whole lot of new business. Start thinking of new ideas for next year! On the third Saturday in September, the Board members traditionally go to the Thespian Leadership Conference, where they learn important skills and discover new ideas. Save the date if you win! The outgoing seniors-Mel, Marcella, and I-are always available if you need advice, a shoulder to cry on, anything. You will be officially installed at Banquet on June 2.
Questions? Ask Aaron! (818) 889-6239, Alpert8@aol.com
Best of luck to all candidates!