1. Region Training Conference 2017
Key Leader
Membership Recruitment by _____________________________
Region Training Conference 2017
Name, Position

2. What is Key Leader?
Mission: to provide a life-changing experience that inspires young people to achieve their personal best through service leadership
Kiwanis International’s weekend leadership program
Focuses on service leadership
Held at residence camp facilities
Interact with your “neighborhood” and develop cooperative skills
Develop self-confidence, stronger leadership skills and discover your potential!

3. Why was Key Leader started?
In 2003, Kiwanis International assembled a task force of professionals with experience in teaching, coaching, developing and encouraging young leaders.
Asked to design a program that moves beyond where most other youth leadership programs stop
The result: Key Leader

4. The Curriculum
Large and small group workshops, discussions, and team-building activities
All students are given a manual that is used throughout the camp (shown on the right)
Workshops are based on principles of service leadership
Team-building is done to test what the students have learned

5. The Curriculum (cont’d.)
The Five Principles of Service Leadership
Personal Integrity
Being true to oneself and doing the right thing
Personal Growth
Continually developing and building yourself
Respect
Showing consideration for self, others, and property
Community Building
Developing relationships to achieve positive goals
Pursuit of Excellence
Striving to better yourself

6. Student Facilitator Past Key Leader Attendee
Leads a “neighborhood,” or group of 8-10 participants
Gains personal bonds with participants while challenging them with various leadership activities
Assist the adult lead facilitator throughout the weekend

7. Lead Facilitator
The host of the Key Leader program throughout the weekend
Selected by Kiwanis International and dedicates their own time to educate the attendees
Responsible in directing the student participants/facilitators.
Each Lead Facilitator comes from a huge range of backgrounds/life experiences

8. What do you gain from Key Leader?
Stronger leadership abilities
Better listening skills
Confidence to better face society
Community building
Teamwork
Close friendships
BEEcoming a better YOU!

9. Registration and Cost Student Participant, $250
Key Club Member, $ ($25 scholarship provided by Kiwanis International )
Student Facilitator, $175
Adult/Chaperone, $115

10. Student Participant Registration cost - $250
Must be between the ages 14-18
Promoting 8th grader, high school student, Key Club member, KIWINs, and non-Key Club member
Arrive between 4-6PM to check in and registration at the camp

11. Student Facilitators Registration cost - $175
Must be between the ages of 14-18
Must have attended a Key Leader camp previously
Fill out online registration application
If accepted, arrive at 2PM for a mandatory meeting/training

12. What do you gain from being a Student Facilitator?
Learn how to become a better leader and enhance your leadership skills
Gain a new insight and fantastic experience of Key Leader
A once in a life-time opportunity to help and make a positive impact on the lives of others

13. Adults and Chaperones Registration Cost - $115 Must be age 21 or older
Responsible for reinforcing the rules at the camp

14. How do I Register for Key Leader?
Go to and click “Register now” on the right hand side
Find a location near you and select desired camp
Register as a regular Student or apply as a
Student Facilitator
Student registration fee: US$250
Discounts: US$225 registration fee for dues paid Key Club members
$25 scholarship provided by the Kiwanis International Foundation
Student Facilitator registration fee: US$175
Create an account
Complete the forms required
Obtain a confirmation of your order on the last screen
Required camp forms will be ed

15. Scholarships
CNH Key Club has allocated $2,100 for Key Leader Scholarship from the District Budget
There are 15 scholarships per camp x $35,00
This scholarship will be available for the first 15 individuals that apply with the discount code
Will only apply to registration cost
Only available for camps in CNH
The redemption happens when registering for the event – instant discount
Compared to previous years where it was applied as a reimbursement
No extra forms necessary!
CNH Key Club District Discount Code: CNHKC1718
Available to the first 15 Key Club members per camp

16. Scholarships (cont’d.)
The Cal-Nev-Ha Foundation also has scholarships for Key Leader
This scholarship will be available for the first 10 individuals that apply with the discount code
Will only apply to registration cost
Only available for camps in CNH
The redemption happens when registering for the event – instant discount
Compared to previous years where it was applied as a reimbursement
CNH Kiwanis Foundation Discount Code: CNHF1718
Available to the first 10 Key Club members per camp
More specific information on the procedure of code redemption will be released soon.
Spread the word around to club officers and members!

17. Seeking Financial Support
Remember your Kiwanis Club is an amazing way to obtain financial support!!!
For support from your Kiwanis club make sure to: write a formal letter or present a formal presentation at their meeting

18. Requirements Must be between the ages 14-18 to attend
Register online and choose payment option
Print out and complete the mandatory camp forms (medical and community values form)
Organize transportation to and from the camp

19. Key Leader Checklist Clothing (check weather before packing)
Closed-toe shoes (non slip-ons!)
Comfortable clothing
Appropriate sleepwear
Bedding Materials
Sleeping bag, pillows, etc.
Toiletries and a towel
Shampoo/conditioner
Soap
Toothbrush/toothpaste
Refillable water bottle
Medical and Community Values form

20. Upcoming Key Leader Conferences
Camp Cedar Glen
Julian, California (south)
October 20-22, 2017
Lead Facilitator: Chris Niles
Camp Jones Gulch
La Honda, California (north)
November 17-19, 2017
Lead Facilitator: Carol Clyde
*2018 dates announced in January
La Honda
Mentone
Julian

21. Personal Reflections

22. Questions? Comments? Concerns?

23. Acknowledgements
The CNH Key Club District would like to acknowledge the following individuals who have contributed to this presentation over the years.
Brittney Lam, District Key Leader Coordinator
Dylan Tran, Division 35 West Lieutenant Governor
Johnny Chen, Kiwanis Family and Foundation Committee Chair
Johnny Chen, Member Relations Committee Chair