Spring Officer Training Materials
This is a Google Drive folder that contains any materials that were used or dispersed at SOTC! You can also scroll down further to find more resources.
District Resources
2019-2020 Candidate Packet (District Officer Election)
Follow the link above to see the 2019-2020 Candidates Packet! This packet includes all the information you need in order to run for higher office at DCON 2019. If you have any questions, please contact District Governor Jose Leoncio (governor@cdcki.org) and District Administrator Serena Bell (administrator@cdcki.org)
2019 District Scholarship
CKI scholarships are designed to provide recognition and financial assistance to individual CKI members who have excelled in areas of their collegiate careers. The recipients will be CKI members who have achieved academic excellence, demonstrated leadership abilities, and provided service to others. The applicants should be of high moral character and should strive for excellence in their endeavors. The scholarships are merit‐based and financial need is not a factor in these awards.
This is a special program using the combined efforts of Capital District Kiwanis and the Capital District Kiwanis Foundation. Funds are allocated by Capital District Kiwanis and matched by the Capital Kiwanis District Foundation. This unique program allows for CKI members to continue their higher education with the support of its sponsoring organization.
The deadline to apply is February 1st, 2019
CKI District Officer Guide
Want to know more about CKI? How is our district organized? Thinking of running for district office? This guide will help you understand different aspects of the board officer position and how it applies to you!
Awards and Contests
Check out our awards page! Applying for a award is a great way for your club, a member, or an advisor to be recognized. There are plenty of fun contests too!
Kiwanis Family
K-Fam relations are super important to your club’s success. This resource provides you with contact to your Kiwanis Family and includes a description of each club!
Club Resources
T-Shirt and Merchandise Guide Resource
Having trouble making a t-shirt to advertise your club? This guide includes great vendors, examples, and guidelines on how to make it perfect. Check it out!
Recruitment Resources
Recruitment and Retention Calendar
Follow this calendar to plan out your club’s year! A great way to stay on top of the game.
MRIHA
A simple 5-step recruitment system, this guide outlines meet, record, invite, host, ask. All you need to know about recruitment.
Membership Recruitment and Retention Resource
This helpful guide includes ideas on how to build and maintain club membership. It includes everything from advertisements and events to tips on retaining members and building the membership from scratch.
Recruitment Ideas from New York CKI
This PDF provides plans and ideas on how to effectively recruit new members.
Recruitment Resource
An outline of a recruitment chair position.
Why Should We Join Circle K?
Need help pitching CKI to prospective members? Don’t worry, we got you. Here is resource that outlines possible questions and conversation you may want to have.
Talking Point Pointers
This guide helps the average CKI member spruce up their CKI elevator pitch. Click for a few pointers on how to advertise CKI via word of mouth.
Membership Tracking Tips
Keeping track of your members is a great way to improve retention. Check out this guide to organize a team to touch base with your members. See the template below as well!
Recruitment Tracker Template
Following up with new people can be hard. Using a template like this can help streamline that process which will lead to more members.
Tabling Tips
Tabling at club fair can be a great way to gain new members, read this resource for tips on having a good table.
Officer Resources
Managing Social Media
Maintaining a social media account for the club can be difficult, but this resource will help you conquer that. Helpful tips about Facebook Pages and Instagrams and the types of post that will attract attentions are in this guide!
CKI Club Officer Guide
Refer to this guide if you need guidance in your position, would like to learn more about your club’s structure, or are interesting in running for club office!
Making Smooth Transitions in Leadership
This guide will help you feel confident in taking on your new leadership role! It’s an excellent resources for anyone looking to be a leader.
SPICE Meetings
Looking to SPICE up your CKI life? Check out this guide that incorporates all of the best ingredients: service, provide, invite, community, engagement. You’ll be in for a spicy treat.
President's SOTC PowerPoint
This is an all encompassing guide to being a president. Whether your new or returning, helpful tips and ideas can be found here.
Board Meeting Minutes Template
A template that can guide any organized secretary in the right direction.
First Meeting Tips
Tips for running your first meeting of the semester. This outlines information to include in your first meeting and how to make sure it runs smoothly.
Large v. Small Scale Events
How to cater to different types of people. Creating a relationship with your members is just as important as having a large club. Check out this great resource.
Treasurer's SOTC PowerPoint
This straightforward PowerPoint will be helpful to anyone looking to learn more about the treasurer position.
Club Budget Template
A template that can guide any treasurer in the right direction.
Vice President SOTC Notes
Here are some notes that will guide any Vice President to success. Includes helpful tips and things to consider implementing in to your clubs!
Service Agreements
Club President Service Agreement
Club Vice President Service Agreement
Club Vice President of Kiwanis Family Service Agreement
Club Vice President of Membership Service Agreement
Club Vice President of Service Service Agreement