Active
Status Programs
Those national programs and projects designated by the U.S.
Jaycees Executive Board of Directors for development and promotion during the
Jaycee year.
Affiliation
Process that a new extension must complete before being
officially recognized as a chapter.
Ambassador
The highest honor conferred by The United States Jaycees.
This most distinguished form of recognition for outstanding past and present
Jaycees can be bestowed at the state or chapter level upon application and
approval. The prestigious Ambassadorship signifies an individual's exceptional
contribution to the Jaycee movement in the United
States.
Anniversary Dues
A dues collection system whereby a local member's annual
dues to The U.S. Jaycees are due during each anniversary month of membership.
The U.S. Jaycees collect these dues through local chapters.
Annual Meeting
The meeting held in June each year to conduct business of
The U.S. Jaycees. It's at this meeting that a president and eleven vice
presidents, with one being elected by the Metro Conference, are elected. Each
chapter may send delegates to the Annual Meeting, also known as the National
Convention.
Archives
A reference to The U.S. Jaycees Archives being developed at
the National Headquarters in Tulsa, Oklahoma,
to preserve, record and exhibit rich heritage and achievements of The United
States Jaycees. The Archives also symbolizes the future growth and continuing
contribution of this dynamic and progressive organization. The Archives effort
is being funded through the Annual Support program of The U.S. Jaycees
Foundation by contributions from alumni groups such as The Crew and The U.S.
JCI Senate, as well as Jaycees chapters, state organizations and individual
contributions.
Bid
An offer to host an event or meeting.
Bid Procedure
Rules for the preparation and presentation of a bid.
Blue Chip
A management program designed to assist local chapters in
developing The Total Jaycee Concept. These programs are a gauge of the
chapter's success.
Chairman
The individual charged with responsibility for the
completion of a project.
Chapter Management
The effective, efficient and proper use of resources to
accomplish a predetermined objective.
Charter
A document indicating an organization's affiliation with The
U.S. Jaycees or Jaycees International.
Community Development
Many people think of the Jaycees as simply a community
service organization, but our organization involves much more. We are very
proud of our community service record, projects, and donations. The CD area is
broken down into sub categories including Human Services, Government
Involvement, Community Improvement and Community Fundraising.
Constitution
Rules and regulations an organization employs to determine
its government and procedures.
Corporate Development
An office of The U.S. Jaycees charged with fundraising,
legal, governmental affairs and administrative responsibilities for the
national organization at the direction of The U.S. Jaycees executive vice
president.
CPG
Chairman's Planning Guide. The Chairman's Planning Guide is
basically a project proposal which must be written by the project chairman
before the project is to be held. This proposal is an invaluable training guide
for the chairman and the chairman's committee.
The Chairman's Planning Guide (CPG) consists of 10
questions which have to be answered. Before a project is held, the project
chairman must complete the first 7 questions and must present the CPG to the
Board of Directors. After the project is finished, the chairman must evaluate
the project, complete the final budget, and answer the next 3 questions. Once
that is done, the CPG must be presented to the Board of Directors for review.
Degrees of
Jaycees
An individual activation program designed to assist the
chapter in more effectively meeting the needs of its members. The program
consists of three (3) phases and ten (10) degrees. Each degree is available for
presentation to those members meeting the criteria.
DSA
Distinguished Service Award. An award presented to a young
person of Jaycee age for outstanding community service.
District
A group of chapters under the supervision of a state
officer.
District Director
A state officer that works directly with the local chapter
presidents.
Executive
Board of Directors
A body, made up of the presidents of each state organization
and all voting members of the executive committee plus the legal counsel and
the chaplain, charged with the conduct of the organization's business in
accordance with its Constitution and Bylaws.
Executive Committee
A committee consisting of the U.S. Jaycees president,
executive vice president, vice president, chairman of the board, chaplain,
legal counsel, associate legal counsel and treasurer.
Executive Vice President
The executive vice president of the U.S. Jaycees is In
charge of The U.S. Jaycee Headquarters operation. A state executive vice
president is often an employee of a state organization who is a full-time for
the state executive committee.
Exhausted Rooster
An affectionate title bestowed on a Jaycee upon reaching the
age of 40 (the age of Jaycee retirement).
Extension
The initial organizing of a chapter prior to completing the
affiliation process.
Family Life
Series
A series of discussion-oriented programs designed to educate
families in ways to make family life more enjoyable.
Focus
This publication is the communications link between the
headquarters and
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Honorary
Membership conferred upon an individual whose contribution
to the organization has been so outstanding as to merit this honor.
Individual
Development
Individual Development deals with the person. This area
provides programming designed to enhance the future leaders of our chapter, as
well as our community. These projects target development in such areas decision
making, spiritual development, time management, goal setting, organization and
personal skills. Other specific projects in the ID area include CPR Training,
Writing competitions, Sex Dynamics, Communications Dynamics, Leadership
Training, and Self-Defense Training.
Frequently, we will have an ID speaker at a general
membership meeting or short courses will be offered. The Speak-Up program is
offered to help our members overcome the number one fear of most people: public
speaking. Speak-Up is a program begun and emphasized by the United States
Jaycees and run on the local, state and national levels.
Jaycee
Family Week
Thanksgiving week is recognized annually by Jaycees as a
time to emphasize the importance of the family unit. Local organizations use
this week to recognize outstanding families, encourage communication in the
home and involve their families in chapter activities.
JCI
Junior Chamber International. The worldwide Jaycees
organization now operating in 90 countries.
JCI Headquarters
Located in Coral Gables, Florida,
and headed by a salaried secretary-general, serves the world organization much
as The United States Jaycees Headquarters serves the United
States.
JCI Senator
The highest honor bestowed upon a current or past individual
member for their contributions to the Jaycees by Junior Chamber International.
A JCI Senator is a life member of Junior Chamber International.
JCI World Congress
The Annual Meeting of Junior Chamber International in which
delegates from member nations conduct the organization's business.
Jaycee Creed
A Statement of philosophy and beliefs adopted by The U. S.
Jaycees and Jaycee International. The Creed was authored by the late C. William
Brownfield of Columbus, Ohio, in
1946. Brownfield later served as a U. S. Jaycees vice president.
Jaycee Founder's Home
The Home occupied by the president of The U. S. Jaycees in Tulsa, Oklahoma, during the president's term of office.
Jaycee Shield
The emblem of the U.S. Jaycees.
Jaycees Magazine
The U. S. Jaycees publication sent to all members.
Jaycee War Memorial
The home office building of The U. S. Jaycees in Tulsa, Oklahoma. It is a modern, three-story office building near the downtown
area of the city where a staff of more than 80 people conducts the business of
The U. S. Jaycees.
Jaycee Week
A week, beginning on the third Sunday in January, which
marks the anniversary of the founding of The United States Jaycees in 1920.
Local organizations use this week to tell their communities of their accomplishments.
Often a banquet is held during Jaycee Week for the purpose of honoring
recipients of the Distinguished Service Award and/or employers of Jaycees with
a "Bosses Night" banquet.
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Leadership
Training
A process by which the individual develops greater
self-confidence, motivation, the ability of self-expression and other traits of
leadership.
Legal Counsel
An officer who is legal advisor to an organization.
Local Presidents School
Seminar for the training of chapter presidents.
LOM
Local Organization Member. A local organization affiliated
with The U. S. Jaycees and Junior Chamber International.
LOTS
Local Officers Training
School. A training service offered by your state
organization.
Management
Development
Through Management Development, you'll learn to manage
people, money and time, and to evaluate the success of a project or program.
These skills not only apply to Jaycee business but carry over to your career as
well.
Membership Development
This is a very important area within the "Total Jaycee
Concept". All of the project that the Elgin Jaycees participate in is not
possible without you, the member. Even though membership is an underlying
concept through any event held by our chapter, there are events which are
geared specifically toward the enjoyment of our members. These include monthly
socials, monthly night out nights (movie nights, bowling, etc).
Also under the Membership Development area is
recruitment and orientation of new members. The Jaycees were founded to promote
civic involvement, personal development and community service. In each case,
the impact our organization has is in direct proportion to the number of
members we have. Growth is how we expand our influence in Elgin. As Americans, we believe the
opportunity to advance should be equal to all. Therefore, offering potential
members a chance to join the Jaycees expands the opportunity to advance.
It is the responsibility of each member to promote
the Jaycees and encourage people to join. Membership is not a numbers game; new
members mean new ideas, more opportunities for leadership training and a bigger
impact on the community. Sharing the Jaycee experience with others should be
ongoing.
Once you join the Jaycees, the Membership Development
team will orient you to our history and encourage your participation in the
Springboard, First Timers, and Leadership Academy
programs. All of these are opportunities for you to learn more about the
Jaycees with assistance from more experienced Jaycees.
Metro
The name given Jaycee chapters in Population Divisions VII
and VIII, as well as chapters with over 150 members in Population Divisions I
through VI. We
NOM
National Organization Member. A member nation of Junior
Chamber International.
National Staff Officer
A paid employee of The United States Jaycees, with
responsibility either for designated program areas or headquarters functions.
Staff Officers frequently travel to state meetings to assist in their areas of
expertise, prepare all materials available through The U.S. Jaycees, and
promote local involvement.
Newsletter
A publication of the chapter used to keep its members
informed of Jaycee news and meeting information.
OYF
Outstanding Young Farmer. A Jaycees recognition program for
farmers.
Officers' and Directors' Guide
Annual publication of The U.S. Jaycees. A complete guide to
chapter management and officer responsibility.
On-To
A slogan used in promoting attendance at a Jaycee meeting. Usually
used in connection with a state wide meeting or The U.S. Jaycee Annual Meeting.
Orientation
The ongoing function of education to members about the
Jaycee organization, its benefits and the opportunities offered to the
individual member.
Parade of
Chapters
Competition among the chapters within a state in which
points are earned and a ranking is established.
Parade of States
Annual competition among the 50 Jaycee states to be rated
according to performance during the year. State delegations to the Annual
Meeting march in a Parade of States according to rank in the competition.
Parliamentarian
A person who advises a chairman or presiding officer on
matters relating to parliamentary procedures.
Plan of Action
The goals and plans for achievement that a Jaycee chapter
develops each year. Usually presented to the membership in written form.
Policy
Rules of practice and procedure which supplement the
Constitution and Bylaws.
Presidential Awards
Membership recruitment awards for local members.
Public Relations
The acts of communicating what you are to the public. This
is not to be confused with publicity, which is just one of the methods used in
communicating the image.
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Region
A group of chapters who work as a team under the guidance of
a Regional Director.
Region Director
A state officer who acts as an administrator of District
Directors.
Regular Member
A person between the ages of 18 and 40 whose dues are paid. A
Jaycee.
Resources
The material, money and most importantly, the time and
talent of people available to a Jaycee chapter.
Retention
Membership Renewal. 60% retention means 60% of your members
are renewing their membership.
Robert's Rules of Order (REVISED)
A guide book of parliamentary procedure written by General
Henry A. Robert (U.S. Army) in 1874. These rules provide for the protection of
the rights of the majority, the rights of individuals and the rights of those
absent in the conduct of meetings.
ROTS
Regional Officers Training
School-A training seminar offered by your Regional
Director to help officers in your region learn new skills to make more
effective at what they do.
Senator
The highest award given by the Junior Chamber International.
Senators have given considerable effort to helping to promote the Jaycees
philosophies and beliefs. To honor one of your members with this award, your
President must complete an application form and submit it with a filing fee
through the state office.
Single Project Entry (SPE)
A report that the project chairman completes to help next year's
chairman conduct a successful project.
Speak Up
A program where you can develop and improve your public
speaking skills. Competitions are held on the local, regional, state and
national levels.
Sponsorships
Financial material or physical support of the Jaycee
programs by an outside individual, group or firm.
Springboard
A program designed to help you become an active and
respected member of your chapter within the first ninety (90) days of your
membership. The program helps you to become familiar with the members of your
chapter and with some opportunities Jaycees offers you. An award is given to
recognize new members who complete the requirements of spring board.
State Director
A voting member of the board of directors of a state Jaycees
organization. Your chapter president and state director are entitled to vote at
state meetings.
State Meeting
A meeting conducted by a state officers in accordance with
the bylaws of a state organization. Statewide meetings are held in many states
on a quarterly basis.
TOYA
Ten Outstanding Young Americans-Each year during the week
immediately prior to Jaycee Week, The US. Jaycees honor ten great Young
Americans at an Award Congress.
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Write-Up
A program where you can develop and improve your creative
writing skills. Competitions are held on the local, state and national levels.
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