Optimist International President Bob McFadyen
Bob McFadyen gave us a motivational speech about being members of Optimist International and ideas for adding members when our youth need Optimist clubs more than ever.
Noon Meeting
2023 Essay Contest Winners Read Their Essays
The Essay Contest is sponsored by Optimist International to give young people the opportunity to write about their own opinions regarding the world in which they live. This year’s theme was “Who is an Everyday Hero that Brings Out the Optimism in You?”
The top three essays were read by their student authors.
Ohio’s first Youth Ombudsman, Jenny Stotts
A Youth Ombudsman is a person who is there to listen to any concerns from youth, young adults, or other adults involved in the children services system. They will review their situation, look at documentation, and speak to others to help reach a solution.
Margaret Barclay Memorial Oratorical Contest 2023 Week Two
Since it was established in 1928, the Oratorical Contest has become the longest-running program sponsored by Optimist International. It is named in honor of former Optimist member Margaret Barclay.
District Conference Recap and Valentine’s Day Music Trivia Contest
Today was a club day with no guest speaker. There was an Ohio District Conference Recap and an awesome Valentine’s Day Music Trivia Contest hosted by Debe Dockins.
Margaret Barclay Memorial Oratorical Contest 2023 Week One
Since it was established in 1928, the Oratorical Contest has become the longest-running program sponsored by Optimist International. It is named in honor of former Optimist member Margaret Barclay.
Montgomery County Juvenile Court, Judge Helen Wallace
Judge Wallace explained the many ways the court is trying to help children become productive members of their community.
CNO Bingo! Learn more about your club.
Today was a “Club Day,” so there was no guest speaker. President Beth Duncan had bingo cards on all the tables today with CNO events and committees on the squares. As she revealed the squares, she explained more about the events, fundraisers and committees. We played a game while learning! What a clever idea, President Beth!
Joe Duncan’s Funny Stories from the Sidelines as a Big 10 Football Referee
Joe Duncan shares funny stories about his many experiences as a football referee, including the Big Ten Conference. Joe Duncan is President Beth Duncan’s brother.
CarePortal, Aaron Roy
Aaron Roy is CarePortal’s Champion Ambassador for the state of Ohio. He travels the state connecting those who care about their community with vulnerable children and families who could use help. CarePortal is a database tool that matches vetted needs to those that want to provide help. This helps prevent children from entering the foster system as well as helping those who are in it or have aged out.