Let the Beta Times Roll State Beta Club Conference Myrtle Beach February 12-14, 2016

Where are we staying? At the beach, of course!

Royale Palms Condominiums Luxourious new tower attached to the Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort, location of the conference 2 bedroom condos with kitchen and living area

What happens at conference? Talent and academic competitions Election of State Officers Group activities Guest Speakers Meet the best and brightest of SC Betas Dance till you drop!

Academic Competitions Division I- Grades 9&10 Division II- Grades 11&12 Agriculture English Math Science Social Studies Spanish Spelling One person per division Multiple choice questions One hour time limit No electronic devices

Advertising Design One team of 2-4 members This team competition will allow students to demonstrate their creative ability and attention to details as they create a visually appealing message. Teams may use lettering, create logos and symbols in their advertising design. Teams will be given an advertising prompt at the beginning of the competition and given two hours to create their design. Teams will also write an explanation to communicate the elements of design and concept.

Banner Competition This is a club entry and must be made by Senior Beta members. The banner must adhere to the convention theme. Originality, craftsmanship, and interpretation and illustration of the theme are important.

Character Skit Three or more students The skit must be on the Beta ideals of character and this year’s convention theme - “Let the Beta Times Roll”. Creativity, originality, and coordination are important.

Creative Writing One person per school Creative writing of 300-500 words in essay format Students must record their own word count Ninety (90)-minute time limit No pre-written materials allowed Each student must bring: dictionary and/or thesaurus Subject to be assigned at the beginning of the competition

Onsite Art Competitions Acrylic Painting Pencil Colored Pencil One student per club in each category Still life objects will be set up by coordinator or designated person.

Oratory One student per club 2-3 minutes Original No note cards Persuasive or informative

Poetry One entry per school Written onsite 90 minute time limit Topic assigned at the beginning of the competition

Quiz Bowl Four member team Preliminary consisting of a multiple choice exam if more than 8 teams enter Top 8 advance to oral rounds Single elimination

Scrapbook The purpose of the scrapbook competition is to showcase the accomplishments of the individual chapters as well as to showcase the creative spirit of the members. All work is done by members. Judged on artwork, content, and theme

Talent Competitions Group competition Special competition Maximum time – 7 minutes 5 or more participants Timing begins with the first note of music, sound or action OR Special competition 1-4 persons

Logistics Leave Westside at 7 a.m. Friday Return Sunday at 2:00 6 students per room 1 King bed 2 queen beds Pull-out sofa All-you-can-eat seafood buffet on Friday night Broadway at the Beach on Saturday

Cost & Deadlines $155; $20 discount given for participation in a competition ($40 max) Will need money for meals Must purchase a t-shirt First payment of $55 due Friday, Dec. 4th 2nd payment of $50 due January 8th. 3rd payment of $50 due February 1st. PAYMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE DEADLINES ARE FIRM!!!!!

Behavior Betas are expected to act with the highest of behavior standards. Chaperones must know your whereabouts AT ALL TIMES. Dress code should be observed anytime you leave your hotel room. All activities are required. Curfew must be observed. No girls in boys rooms and no boys in girls rooms. No alcoholic beverages, drugs, or tobacco in any form including e-cigarettes You may have your cell phone at all times, but they must be off during the 3 general sessions. Failure to follow the rules will result in your parents being called to come pick you up and dismissal from Beta Club.