Event Type : District Event

2025-2026 District 56 Leadership Applications are OPEN!

While we are almost halfway through the current Toastmasters year, the District Leadership Committee is already looking toward our future. You are the future of District 56.

The vision of this year’s committee is to provide the District 56 Council Members with a minimum of two qualified candidates nominated for each District Leadership position to vote on.

Timeline
Jan 15, 2025 – Deadline for candidates to declare intent to run.
Apr 04, 2025 – DLC Chair submits DLC report to District Director
April 18, 2025 – Posted on the District website
May 10, 2025 – Submit floor nominations to the District Director.
May 17, 2025 – Annual Meeting of the District Council.

NOTE: Nominated candidates must give their speeches in person. If they are not in person, they may appoint someone in person to speak on their behalf. Speeches cannot be given online or in a video format.

Are you ready to expand your comfort zone? Do you need to learn or enhance soft skills to get that promotion you are seeking? Hone your listening, problem-solving, management, teamwork, and interpersonal communication skills as a District officer. If you’d like to learn more about leadership opportunities, please schedule an appointment with the District Leadership Committee Chair below.

Please remember that candidates must submit the official Candidate Application Form, the Nomination Form, and the Officer Agreement and Release Form to the District Leadership chair by Jan 15, 2025. Applications submitted after Jan 15, 2025, will not be accepted.

Candidate Forms

Candidate Application Form: https://toastmasterscdn.azureedge.net/…/450e-candidate…

Nomination Form: https://toastmasterscdn.azureedge.net/…/450c-district…

Officer Agreement and Release Form: https://toastmasterscdn.azureedge.net/…/450d-officer…

Biographical Information: https://toastmasterscdn.azureedge.net/…/450h-district…

Photograph

Please send the completed forms and a photograph to [email protected].

Timeline
Jan 15, 2025 – Deadline for candidates to declare intent to run.
Apr 04, 2025 – DLC Chair submits DLC report to District Director
April 18, 2025 – Posted on the District website
May 10, 2025 – Submit floor nominations to the District Director.
May 17, 2025 – Annual Meeting of the District Council.

Division Director Qualifications
Must be an active member of Member Clubs in good standing within the District.
Must be in good standing with Toastmasters International.
Served at least six consecutive months as a member of a District Council.

Club Growth Director Qualifications
Must be an active member of Member Clubs in good standing within the District.
Must be in good standing with Toastmasters International
Served at least six consecutive months as a Club President
At least 12 consecutive months as a Program Quality Director, Club Growth Director, Division Director or Area Director.

Program Quality Director Qualifications
Must be an active member of Member Clubs in good standing within the District.
Must be in good standing with Toastmasters International
Served at least six consecutive months as a Club President
At least 12 consecutive months as a Program Quality Director, Club Growth Director, Division Director or Area Director or a combination thereof.

District Director Qualifications
Must be an active member of Member Clubs in good standing within the District.
Must be in good standing with Toastmasters International
Served at least six consecutive months as a Club President
At least 12 consecutive months as a Program Quality Director, Club Growth Director or Division Director or a combination thereof.

Please reach out to the District Leadership Chair if you have any questions:
Chandra R. Munagavalasa, DTM
Past District Director, District 56
Email: [email protected]

2025-2026 District 56 Leadership Applications are OPEN!

While we are almost halfway through the current Toastmasters year, the District Leadership Committee is already looking toward our future. You are the future of District 56.

The vision of this year’s committee is to provide the District 56 Council Members with a minimum of two qualified candidates nominated for each District Leadership position to vote on.

Timeline
Jan 15, 2025 – Deadline for candidates to declare intent to run.
Apr 04, 2025 – DLC Chair submits DLC report to District Director
April 18, 2025 – Posted on the District website
May 10, 2025 – Submit floor nominations to the District Director.
May 17, 2025 – Annual Meeting of the District Council.

NOTE: Nominated candidates must give their speeches in person. If they are not in person, they may appoint someone in person to speak on their behalf. Speeches cannot be given online or in a video format.

Are you ready to expand your comfort zone? Do you need to learn or enhance soft skills to get that promotion you are seeking? Hone your listening, problem-solving, management, teamwork, and interpersonal communication skills as a District officer. If you’d like to learn more about leadership opportunities, please schedule an appointment with the District Leadership Committee Chair below.

Please remember that candidates must submit the official Candidate Application Form, the Nomination Form, and the Officer Agreement and Release Form to the District Leadership chair by Jan 15, 2025. Applications submitted after Jan 15, 2025, will not be accepted.

Candidate Forms

Candidate Application Form: https://toastmasterscdn.azureedge.net/…/450e-candidate…

Nomination Form: https://toastmasterscdn.azureedge.net/…/450c-district…

Officer Agreement and Release Form: https://toastmasterscdn.azureedge.net/…/450d-officer…

Biographical Information: https://toastmasterscdn.azureedge.net/…/450h-district…

Photograph

Please send the completed forms and a photograph to [email protected].

Timeline
Jan 15, 2025 – Deadline for candidates to declare intent to run.
Apr 04, 2025 – DLC Chair submits DLC report to District Director
April 18, 2025 – Posted on the District website
May 10, 2025 – Submit floor nominations to the District Director.
May 17, 2025 – Annual Meeting of the District Council.

Division Director Qualifications
Must be an active member of Member Clubs in good standing within the District.
Must be in good standing with Toastmasters International.
Served at least six consecutive months as a member of a District Council.

Club Growth Director Qualifications
Must be an active member of Member Clubs in good standing within the District.
Must be in good standing with Toastmasters International
Served at least six consecutive months as a Club President
At least 12 consecutive months as a Program Quality Director, Club Growth Director, Division Director or Area Director.

Program Quality Director Qualifications
Must be an active member of Member Clubs in good standing within the District.
Must be in good standing with Toastmasters International
Served at least six consecutive months as a Club President
At least 12 consecutive months as a Program Quality Director, Club Growth Director, Division Director or Area Director or a combination thereof.

District Director Qualifications
Must be an active member of Member Clubs in good standing within the District.
Must be in good standing with Toastmasters International
Served at least six consecutive months as a Club President
At least 12 consecutive months as a Program Quality Director, Club Growth Director or Division Director or a combination thereof.

Please reach out to the District Leadership Chair if you have any questions:
Chandra R. Munagavalasa, DTM
Past District Director, District 56
Email: [email protected]

You’re Invited! Join Us at the District 56 Retreat & Event Hall with a Private 8-acre Lake!

Mark your calendars for a weekend of inspiration, connection, and fun! REGISTER NOW

Event Details:

📍 Location: 67-acre Retreat & Event Hall, Bellville, Texas, nestled by a serene 8-acre private lake.
📅 Date & Time: Saturday, February 22, 2025, 9 AM – Sunday, February 23, 2025, 9 AM.
🌟 Come and go as you please! Overnight stays are optional—you can join for the day only if you prefer.

What’s Included:

✨ Free for D56 Members who renew their April 2025 dues by February 20, 2025 (limited free spots available—don’t wait!).
✨ Overnight accommodations for up to 80 attendees in cozy cabins (details below).
✨ Full access to amenities, including a BBQ grill, commercial kitchen, indoor bathrooms, and hot showers.

REGISTER NOW

Team Building Activities: Fun, Leisure, and Beyond!

Get ready for an incredible lineup of team-building activities designed to inspire connection and creativity while having fun!

Here’s a sneak peek:
🌟 Cooking Challenges: Compete in the commercial kitchen or BBQ pit.
🌟 Cabin Competitions: Each cabin will receive a surprise team-building kit and compete with voting Saturday evening.
🌟 Cabin Spirit: Create a cabin name, join in at the art table and sport your special decorated team t-shirt!
🌟 Outdoor Adventures: Scavenger hunt, field day, volleyball, tug-of-war, relay races, basketball games, egg-and-spoon races, three-legged races.
🌟 Firepit Fun: Make s’mores and enjoy storytelling under the stars.
🌟 Classic Games: Bingo, “The Human Knot,” and more!

🏆 Running Scoreboard: Winners of each game will earn points, with prizes awarded to the top teams at the end of the retreat.

REGISTER NOW

Quiet Time & Reflection:

Between activities, enjoy time to:

• Reflect, journal, or meditate.
• Take a peaceful walk.
• Rest and recharge in the serene surroundings.

Soak up the sunshine, breathe fresh air, and experience the rejuvenation a change of scenery can bring! REGISTER NOW

Cabin Details:

• Cabin 1: 33 Twin Beds, 2 King Beds, 5 Double Beds.
• Cabin 2: 33 Twin Beds, 3 Double Beds, 2 King Beds.
• Cabin 3: 5 Double Beds, 7 Twin Bunk Beds.
• Please bring your own linens, pillows, and towels.
• REGISTER NOW

How to Join:

1. Renew your membership by February 20, 2025, to lock in your free spot.
2. Register quickly—limited spots are available on a first-come, first-served basis,

Special Moments:

The retreat will open and close with inspiring, heartfelt speakers, making this event a perfect blend of energy, growth, and reflection.

This is an event you do not want to miss! Renew your April dues now and REGISTER.

Register Now and let the countdown to an unforgettable retreat begin!

We can’t wait to see you there!
Warm regards,
District 56 Toastmasters