PEOPLE TO PEOPLE AMBASSADOR PROGRAMS Orientation Meeting One

Meeting Topics Know the mission of the People to People Ambassador Program and what it means to be an Ambassador Introduction to the OnBoard student website Global and citizenship awareness Destination specific information Parent involvement opportunities

Agenda 1.Welcome and Introductions 2.Getting to Know Each Other 3.Mission and History of People to People 4.What is an Ambassador? 5.Destination Information 6.Introduction to OnBoard 7.Background of People to People 8.Civics 9.Teambuilding 10.Pay Your Way 11.Wrap-up

Follow your leaders’ instructions for this fun ‘get-to-know-you’ activity. Each cell is filled with a descriptor like someone who plays an instrument or youngest child in the family. You must find a person who matches the description for each square and have them sign your bingo cards. Human Bingo

Our mission is now your mission too... We bridge cultural and political borders through education and exchange, making the world a better place for future generations. You are now a part of People to People Ambassador Programs’ history… The People to People movement dates back more than half a century to its founding by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in Eisenhower was acting on his firm belief that direct interaction between ordinary citizens around the world can promote cultural understanding and world peace. That proud legacy of hope lives on in People to People Ambassador Programs on seven continents.

People to People represents the culmination of President Eisenhower’s lifelong crusade for world peace. Eisenhower felt very strongly that everyday citizens of the world wanted peace and could attain it much more effectively without government interference. Eisenhower felt that face-to-face contact through various cultural activities, sports, and the arts would form enduring friendships among people of all cultures. As citizens interact with their peers from other nations by coming into each other’s homes, attending each others’ schools, and competing against one another in friendly contests of athletic skill, they will learn to appreciate each other and eradicate many misconceptions. As Student Ambassadors, you are part of that vision. What is an Ambassador?

Leaders, use this and any additional slides to present destination specific information and photos relevant to your delegation’s itinerary.

In OnBoard, Students Can: Contact fellow delegates Update personal information Check orientation meeting schedules View travel schedules (airlines and accommodations) Make tuition payments Learn about funding opportunities Learn about each destination with interactive study guides Learn how to apply for a passport Receive program updates and reminders Download forms and other documents such as Student Ambassador Protocol. Navigating OnBoard

Visit Navigating OnBoard Once logged in, you will be able to navigate the various pages within OnBoard. Click ‘sign in’ to access OnBoard

Under HOME you can find important updates about your upcoming program.

Under MY PROFILE you can: update personal information update contact information

Under MY ACCOUNT you can: view your payments view your balance make a payment update personal info change your password and more!

Under ORIENTATION ACTIVITIES you can: view information for your social gathering view information for your orientation meetings view information for your service learning project and more!

Under LEARNING CENTER you can: view academic credit info read destination overviews view the Explore Before You Go Guides complete your certification requirements

Under TRAVEL DOCUMENTS you can: forms and important documents such as: recommendations interview questionnaires waivers insurance forms terms and conditions and more!

Before Dwight D. Eisenhower became president of the United States of America, he was the Allied Commander in Europe during World War II. The memories of warfare would haunt Eisenhower for the rest of his life. During his presidency, the United States and the Soviet Union were waging a Cold War and a nuclear arms race which led to fear, suspicion, and misunderstanding between the two nations. “I believe the people want peace, indeed, I believe that they want peace so badly that the governments will just have to step aside and let them have it.” Dwight D. Eisenhower in a British Radio Address Background of People to People

As Student Ambassadors, you have a civic responsibility to familiarize yourself with the government officials who serve your country, state and local community. Completing the Civics worksheet will help you represent the United States intelligently through your knowledge of our government. Follow your leaders’ instructions for completing this assignment. Civics 101

An important part of a successful international experience is having all delegates work together seamlessly as a team. This teambuilding exercise will be one of many opportunities to work with the other members of your delegation as a team. Teambuilding

Being a Student Ambassador is a privilege. And, much like college, there is a lot of preparation needed before you go. For many delegates this includes finding ways to pay their tuition. Share and brainstorm ideas for raising money to pay program tuition. Pay Your Way

Meeting Wrap-up Thank you for your time! Next meeting: leader, fill in date, place & time