THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION

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1 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION Chapter Manual Revised 6/

2 Welcome to The Professional Association! On behalf of a national Movement to enhance, impact and enrich the professional development of ALL individuals working to change, even save the lives of kids throughout the world, THANK YOU! The Professional Association (TPA) is an association of individuals, like you, who are committed to becoming the best Youth Development leader you can be. Just as Jim Clark, President & CEO of BGCA, always says local, local, local. The growth and impact of TPA relies on the strength and dedication to offering networking opportunities, trainings, mentorships, professional scholarships and support at the local level through the establishment of TPA Chapters as well. Today there are more than 30 Chapters nationwide, however all professionals deserve to have a chapter near them; and you are taking the first step in the professional leadership development process in your area. This manual will provide you with a step by step and best practices guideline to help you and your Chapter members establish a high functioning chapter that will benefit all professionals. Boys & Girls Clubs throughout the country will only perform to the lowest level of training and professionalism of its staff. TPA plays a significant role in setting the stage for the development of those who choose this line of work as their career, and it encourages professionals to have pride in the profession that touches the lives of millions of children and families. The National Professional Association Board of Directors is here to support you and your efforts in serving your membership! Jon Charles, President & CEO of the Central Texas Boys & Girls Club, is the current National Chapter s Committee Chair and can help direct, guide and provide valuable advice as you walk through the process of getting established. In addition, an entire team of National Board Members make up the Chapter Chairs Committee and can be found on page 10 of this manual. Finally, you can always reach out to the TPA Administrator Tim Sheahan at (303) or feel free to give me a call or me at (312) or m.huels@ulbgc.org. Thank you again for all of your efforts in establishing a local TPA Chapter. While kids are the reason we do what we do. YOU and choosing the BGC as your career are the reasons for The Professional Association, and we are excited to help you provide development opportunities for others to be the best Boys & Girls Club professional they can be! In Service to Professional Development, Mary Ann Mahon-Huels, Board President The Professional Association 2

3 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION Dear Colleagues: This manual is intended to help you organize and maintain an active and effective chapter. While all individual TPA members are important, it is through our chapters that most of our progress is made. Active chapters are the very lifeblood of our Association. They provide a vital link in the bottom up, grass roots nature of our movement. Together we must continually nurture our chapters in order that they can be an effective vehicle for personal and professional growth. The Board of Directors of TPA pledges to each of you our full support and cooperation. We ask that you feel free to call upon us or your Regional Chapter Chair for any assistance. We are available for you. Listed below are some useful contacts for TPA information. Sincerely, TPA President Mary Ann Mahon-Huels Union League Boys & Girls Clubs m.huels@ulbgc.org Phone: (312) TPA Vice President Steve Wurm Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington swurm@bgcarlington.org Phone: (817) ext 224 Chairman Regional Chapter Chairs Committee Jon Charles Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Texas jcharles@bgctx.org Phone: (254) Membership Information Robert O Hara Boys & Girls Clubs of Sheboygan County rohara@thepositiveplace.com Phone: (920) TPA Awards Bruce Daggy Boys & Girls Club of Wayne County, IN bdaggy@bgcrichmond.org Phone: (765) Scholarship Information Kim Richards Boys & Girls Club of Carson krichards@bgccarson.org Phone: (310) TPA Administrator Tim Sheahan 3167 San Mateo NE #296 Alburquerque, NM Cell: (303) Fax: (505) tsheahan@bgcpros.org TPA Website www/bgcpros.org Facebook: Professional-Association-Boys-Girls- Clubs/

4 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION MANUAL Contents LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT....page 2 WHY AN ASSOCIATION FOR THE BOYS & GIRLS PROFESSIONALS?... page 3 DIRECT & INDIRECT BENEFITS & TYPES OF AWARDS... page 5 TYPES OF MEMBERSHIPS, DUES, & RECOGNITION..... page 7 TO START A CHAPTER.page 8 CHAPTER DUES/OFFICERS/COMMITTEES...page 9 REGIONAL CHAPTER CHAIRPERSONS page 10 TPA OATH OF SERVICE....page 11 ANNUAL CHAPTER CALENDAR... page 12 FORMS: - Scholarship Application (2 pages) - Chapter Certification and Annual Report - Chapter Rebate Fund Verification Report - Set the Pace Nomination Form - General Assembly Purpose, Guidelines, Timeline and Form (2 pages) - Membership Application - Membership Classifications - Chapter Pledge Form Presidents Club - TPA - Collaboration With BGCA s Leadership University - TPA - Awards Nomination - Herman Prescott Award Nomination 4

5 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION The professional leadership in TPA is interested in promoting effective personnel and practices throughout the Boys & Girls Club movement. This will insure the best possible leadership for Boys & Girls Clubs and strengthen the entire movement. We, as professionals are supportive of one another and firmly believe that what is good for the Boys & Girls Clubs is also good for our professionals. This does not rule out differences of opinion. Always being in total agreement is not healthy. TPA has six (6) Boys & Girls Club professionals from each region serving on the Board of Directors. We have representation on BGCA Human Resource Advisory Committee, B&GCA Academy, National Conference Task Force Committee, National Pension Committee, and all other National Committees related to leadership and program development. TPA is representing Boys & Girls Club professionals to provide basic input for the total movement. We are interested in issues and concerns and, as a group, submit proposals to officers and Executive Committees. WHY JOIN TPA? As a member of TPA, you ll join thousands of Boys & Girls Club professionals from throughout the nation. You ll enjoy the support of others dedicated to the advancement of the profession and you ll benefit from their experiences. You ll enjoy the support of others dedicated to the advancement of the profession and you ll benefit from their experiences. You ll also share information about the latest trends in youth work. Membership means getting the information you need, the networking you want and the educational opportunities you require to advance in your career. TPA WEBSITE 5

6 DIRECT BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP Eligible for scholarships up to $1,000 to enhance your professional development. TPA offers an Award Recognition Program that recognizes professionals in the following ways: - Professional of the Year Award - Executive of the Year Award - Contribution to the Profession Award - Administrative Assistant of the Year - Distinguished Service Award - Herman S. Prescott Award - Years of Service Awards - Chapter Set the Pace Award (Award information is sent to Chapters and TPA members annually. All Chapters are encouraged to recognize professionals in their Chapter and nominate members for these awards.) Professional development and training opportunities are offered through Chapter-sponsored events. Job opportunities are announced at Chapter meetings. You ll be kept up-to-date on the latest and most innovative ideas when you receive the TPA newsletters, and TPA articles in Connections magazine. TPA developed a Code of Ethics and an Oath of Service, which enhances the growth, development, capability and image of Boys & Girls Club professionals and the Boys & Girls Club movement. Through TPA Chapter meetings and the General Assembly, each member has a voice and an opportunity to make a contribution for developing and strengthening our Association and profession. INDIRECT BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP You ll have opportunities to participate in committees and task forces including awards, membership, social and training. Fellowship among the membership is rewarding experience. Such values as friendship, problem solving, and interpersonal relationships do much for the growth of the member. Networking among your peers is a valuable resource for sharing ideas and developing contacts. 6

7 ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP (Voting) TYPES OF MEMBERS & DUES A. EXECUTIVE PROFESSIONAL -Professionally employed on a full-time basis in a Club affiliated with BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA, responsible for providing overall direction to the organization. (Executive Directors, Presidents, Executive Vice President, CEOs, CPOs, and national staff such as Regional Service Directors and Vice Presidents and above for BGCA). Dues $100 B. MANAGEMENT, ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT OR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL Professionally employed on a full-time basis in a Club affiliated with BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA, responsible for utilizing the resources of the organization to provide services to members. (Associate Executive Directors, Directors of Operations, Unit Directors, Area Directors, Branch Mangers, Program Directors, Administrative staff, Support Personnel, Program Directors, Health & Physical Education Directors, Social Recreation Directors, Guidance Directors, Cultural Arts Directors, Outreach Directors, etc.). This classification also includes BGCA Alliance Directors and staff along with all other national staff. Dues: $50.00 ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP (Non-Voting) C. CURRENT PART-TIME PROFESSIONAL Dues $25.00 D. FORMER CLUB PROFESSIONAL Dues $25.00 E. INDIVIDUAL MEMBER Dues $ F. BUSINESS MEMBER Dues $ RECOGNITION TPA has a number of ways it recognizes professionals in the Boys & Girls Club movement. The purpose being to: Recognize members who have made a significant contribution to the profession; or in promoting and advancing the profession over past years. Encourage professionals to reach higher in contributing to the profession and promote the cause of Boys & Girls Club work. Publicize outstanding achievements of TPA members. To recognize the one Boys & Girls professional who has excelled in assisting minorities to advance in the Boys & Girls Club movement To recognize years of service as a member of TPA. 7

8 TO START A CHAPTER It takes five (5) members of the TPA to start a chapter. These members can be from the same organization, or a variety of organizations. When at least five (5) eligible professionals are recruited for the Chapter, contact your Regional Chapter Chair, or the Chapter Services Chair, and ask for a Chapter Certification form (also included in this Manual). Complete it and send it to the Chapter Services Chairperson along with the $50.00 annual registration fee. When received your chapter will be sent a certificate signifying your Chapter is certified. Chapters will also receive a personalized TPA Banner. ANNUAL FORMS (also available on the TPA website - Annually chapters should complete the following forms: 1) *Chapter Certification and Annual Report Form - This is due by March 15 th of each year, along with a $50.00 certification fee. Chapters activated at anytime during the calendar year are required to complete this form and pay the fee ONLINE. 2) *Chapter Rebate Fund Verification Report - Certified Chapters are eligible to receive 50% of the National dues paid by their members upon meeting the requirements and completion of this report, and submitting it along with proper documentation to the Chapter Services Chairperson. This is due no later than September 30 th of each year ONLINE. 3) Annual Chapter Chair Meeting Attendance Verification - Each year at the National Conference there is a meeting for Chapter Chairs, or their representatives, to discuss issues concerns and successes. Complete this form if interested in attending this meeting. 4) Chapter Patron for Fellowship and Recognition Dinner - Chapters are encouraged to become a Patron for the Annual Fellowship and Recognition Event held at the Boys & Girls Clubs of America National Conference. Being a Patron entitles the Chapter to be listed in the Dinner and Herman S. Prescott luncheon program and special acknowledgement at both events. 5) Proposal & General Assembly Form - Chapters would submit this form if interested in having a proposal voted on at the Annual General Assembly which is held annually, at the B&GCA National Conference. *NOTE 1 & 2 ARE NOW DONE IN ELECTRONIC FORMAT ON 8

9 CHAPTER DUES Effective January 2010, in order to maximize participation, newly-formed Chapters may not charge dues in addition to the National TPA dues paid. However, Chapters are eligible to receive 50% of the dues paid to TPA, to support their Chapters, upon meeting certain requirements and submitting the Chapter Rebate and Verification Form contained herein. OFFICERS The recommended officers are Chairman, Vice-Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer. The Secretary and Treasurer s office may be combined. The duties of the officers shall be those as are usual in such organizations. The names and addresses of newly elected officers shall be submitted immediately to the Regional Chapter Chairman to ensure continuity in communication. COMMITTEES While each Chapter may differ, the following standing committees are suggested: 1) MEMBERSHIP Coordinates efforts in recruiting new members; provides orientation; reviews attendance and participation of existing members. 2) PROGRAM Plan and conduct programs that will challenge, inspire and create a climate of responsive to the needs of the membership. 3) SERVICE TO MEMBERS Responds to the needs of the membership through scholarship assistance, birthdays and anniversaries recognized; provide assistance to those at or near retirement, etc. Of course, other committees can be formed. It is recommended that someone be designated in each Chapter to send articles and items of interest to The Professional Association for inclusion in TPA newsletters and TPA articles in Connections Magazine. TPA is also interested in receiving Best Practices that will be included on the TPA website. 9

10 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION 2014 REGIONAL CHAPTER SERVICES COMMITTEE Steve Wurm Vice President Boys & Girls Clubs of Arlington 608 North Elm Street Arlington, TX Phone: (817) ext 224 Fax: (817) Jenny Krueger Vice Chair Boys & Girls Clubs of North Texas Post Office Box 1876 Greenville, TX Phone: (903) Fax: (903) Southeast Region Ashley Echavarria Southwest Region Boys & Girls Clubs of Las Cruces 330 West Las Cruces Avenue Las Cruces, NM Phone: (575) Cell: (928) Jon F. Charles Chairman Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Texas 304 W. Avenue B Killeen, TX Phone: (254) Fax: (254) jcharles@bgctx.org Northeast Region Robert O Hara Midwest Region Boys & Girls Clubs of Sheboygan County 107 Cedar Street Sheboygan Falls, WI Phone: (920) Fax: (989) rohara@thepositiveplace.com Brandon Horrocks Pacific Region Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego Post Office Box San Diego, CA Phone: (858) bhorrocks@sdyouth.org 10

11 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION OATH OF SERVICE AS A MEMBER OF THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION, I DEDICATE MYSELF TO THE SERVICE OF YOUTH. I WILL UNDERTAKE TO USE MY PROFESSIONAL KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE INTEREST OF YOUTH IN ALL ASPECTS OF THEIR LIVES. I RECOGNIZE THE LABOR AND STUDY AND TECHNIQUES WHICH HAVE BEEN DEVELOPED BY MY PREDECESSORS AND WILL STRIVE TO ADD TO THIS BODY OF KNOWLEDGE ALL THAT I LEARN THROUGH EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND INSIGHT. I WILL SO LIVE AND WORK AS TO JUSTIFY THE TRUCT AND CONFIDENCE REPOSED IN MEMBERS OF THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION. I WILL UNDERTAKE AT ALL TIMES TO LIVE ACCORDING TO THE STANDARDS SET BY THE CODE OF ETHICS OF THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION. 11

12 January 16 Southeast Region Awards due THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION ANNUAL CHAPTER CALENDAR 2016 February 28 Distinguished Awards Application due March 01 TPA Scholarship application due. 15 Chapter Certification and Annual Report Form due online! April 01 TPA National Conference activities notice sent. 01 Chapter Patron Sponsor application form due. 15 General Assembly Proposals due. 30 TPA Awards & Recognition Reception (TBA.) 30 TPA Board Meeting May BGCA National Conference (May in New Orleans) Confirmation of exact dates of each event will be sent out to members! 03 Chapter Chair (Check for updates) Breakfast (TBA) June 01 TPA scholarship applications due. July August September 01 TPA Scholarship applications due. 30 Chapter Rebate Verification Report Deadline October November 15 Chapter Rebate Fund checks mailed. December 01 TPA Scholarship applications due. Regional Set The Pace Awards are due at the time all Regional Awards are due. 12

13 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION 2016 Chapter Certification and Annual Report Form Certification Fee $ Payable to TPA This is a sample form must be completed online. 1. Name of Chapter: Region: MW NE PAC SE SW 2. Name of Chapter Chair: Phone: Address: State: Zip: Phone: Fax: 3. Name of Chapter Secretary: Phone: Address: State: Zip: Phone: Fax: 4. Number of Chapter Members Number of Chapter Meetings Per Year 5. Report on Meetings or Chapter Functions: (Briefly describe highlights of past year, special events etc. Please check: Completed Certification Report Form Certification Fee Payable to TPA is attached Chapter Roster is Attached Chapter leaders must complete and submit this form along with fee and roster to be eligible for TPA Awards. Please return this form along with the roster and certification fee to: Tim Sheahan TPA Administrator 3167 San Mateo NE #296 Albuquerque, NM Phone: (303) tsheahan@bgcpros.org 13

14 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION - Awards up to $ available to Boys & Girls Clubs Professionals per calendar year SAMPLE FORM. MUST BE COMPLETED ONLINE Scholarship Objectives Applicant s Eligibility To enhance educational development and training of the Club professional. To provide a direct benefit to Club professionals. To encourage the development of professionalism. Course of Study Eligibility The course must be accepted by TPA Services to Members Committee as being one that provides a Club professional with an opportunity to gain additional knowledge to improve services to youth, meet community needs and increase effectiveness as a Club professional (i.e. continuing education, Impact Conference, ALP, All Staff Conference, etc.) Must be currently employed by a Boys & Girls Club for for at least one (1) year prior to date of application. Must be a national member of The Professional Association Criteria for Selection of Recipient Appropriate course content Successful performance in current position Demonstrated financial need Demonstrated commitment to the profession Priority given to full-time professionals Application Date: Name Home Phone ( ) Home Address City State Zip Club Name Club Phone Club Address City City Zip Current Club Position: Length of Time In Position: Member of The Professional Association? Yes No Leadership University? Yes No Executive Director: Immediate Supervisor: Course Title: Training Date(s): Training Location: Sponsored By: Brief Description of Course: 14

15 Training Costs: Tuition/Registration Fee $ Travel $ Lodging $ Materials $ Other (explain) $ $ $ AMOUNT REQUESTED: $ Other scholarship funds applied for Allocation from Club Budget: TPA Internal Use Only: Date Received: Date Reviewed: Have you received an TPA scholarship in the past? If so: Date awarded: Amount: awarded: Purpose of the award: On a separate sheet of paper, please answer each of the following items with a short paragraph. List work history (Start with most current position and include dates, organization, and position): How will this course enhance your professional development: What are your career goals? Describe any professional/community involvement: What will you accomplish as a result of your attendance in this course? List prior training opportunities and dates you have participated in: Please attach the following items: (1) Letter of recommendation from immediate supervisor (2) Proof of enrollment or acceptance in the course Signature of Chief Volunteer Officer (required if CPO is the applicant) Signature of Chief Professional Officer Return application via mail/ to: Tim Sheahan TPA Administrator 3167 San Mateo NE #296 Albuquerque, NM Phone: (303) tsheahan@bgcpros.org Deadlines for Submission December 1 March 1 June 1 September 1 Scholarships for Trainings in: (January, February, March) (April, May, June) (July, August, September) (October, November, December) Should I fail to complete the course for which the scholarship was awarded, I agree to return all scholarship monies I have received from The Professional Association. Upon receiving your scholarship, please send thank you and photo via to: tsheahan@bgcpros.org. Print Name Date Signature 15

16 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION 2016 Chapter Rebate Fund Verification Report SAMPLE FORM MUST BE COMPLETED ONLINE Certified Professional Association chapters will receive 50% of the national dues paid by their members upon completion of this report and meeting the requirements herein. Documentation must be attached. Name of Chapter: Chapter Chair Name: Address: Phone: Fax: Region: MW NE P SE SW Chapter Secretary: Name: Address: Phone: Fax: Criteria (Numbers 1-3 are required) 1. Chapter is certified (Submit Annual Report Form each year) 2. Provide listing of Chapter members who have paid their TPA membership dues and amount paid (or level of membership). (Roster of TPA National members must be attached) 3. Chapters must have at least two meetings per year. Please list dates of meetings. 4. Must submit at least one nomination for a Regional Award. Your chapter must also demonstrate five of the following activities during the course of the year. (Documentation of these activities must be attached). Provide a professional development training session for local clubs (i.e. all staff conference) Participate in a Regional Chapter webinar Submit an article for TPA publication Conduct, or assist, with presenting TPA regional forums at BGCA conferences Submit a proposal for consideration by TPA National board Chapter has a local recognition award for Chapter members Chapter sponsors a social activity for its members Chapter submits nominations for Set the Pace Award Chapter participates in the national TPA drawing (buying or selling tickets) Chapter has pledged $1000 to President s Club (and made payments toward) Be a patron sponsor of National TPA recognition events 75% of chapter members are registered in Leadership University 100% of chapter members are registered on Complete Online Chapter Rebate Verification Report form and supporting materials no later than 9/30 to Tim Sheahan - TPA Administrator 3167 San Mateo NE #296 Albuquerque, NM Phone: (303) tsheahan@bgcpros.org 16

17 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION NOMINATION FORM FOR SET THE PACE AWARD Chapter Name Chapter Chairperson Address City State Zip Purpose of the Set the Pace Award The purpose of the Set the Pace Award is to recognize the outstanding achievements, programs and services provided by a local TPA Chapter. The award spotlights a TPA Chapter who has worked together in an effort to nurture and enhance the professional development of its members. The winning Chapter will be recognized at the National Conference and again this year, they will receive a check for $ from The Professional Association for their Chapter! Criteria for Selection The Chapter selected for the Set the Pace Award will have demonstrated that during the past twelve months they have met the stated purpose of the award. This will be accomplished by forwarding to the Chapter Services Committee Chair a one page narrative along with any additional documentation that the local Chapter feels supports their selection as the Outstanding Chapter in the country and deserving of the Set the Pace Award. DEADLINE INFORMATION The Nomination Form and all support documentation are due for each regional conference see for date for each region! Complete Online! Tim Sheahan TPA Administrator 3167 San Mateo NE #296 Albuquerque, NM Phone: (303) tsheahan@bgcpros.org 17

18 The Professional Association General Assembly Purpose, Guidelines and Timeline Purpose: Guidelines: Timeline: The purpose of the General Assembly is to provide a forum for presenting, debating and voting on proposals submitted by Active members to be considered by the TPA Board of Directors. Certified Chapters are used for disseminating General Assembly information and for soliciting proposals. Active members, or certified chapters, may submit proposals to General Assembly. Note: Any proposed amendment related to the By-Laws must be endorsed by at least five (5) other Active members. The suggested timeline for soliciting proposals for the General Assembly will be as follows: January: General Assembly Proposal form is included in TPA Chapter Chair Manual that is ed to all certified Chapters and also available at the TPA website ( April: Proposal forms due to National Chapter Chair by April 15. Any proposals that are received will be sent to Chapters for Chapter discussion along with a notice informing the Chapter that the items will be discussed at the General Assembly. TPA Board members will also receive a copy of any proposals submitted. May: The BGCA National Conference currently serves as the place for the Annual Meeting and General Assembly of the Association. A day within the conference is selected for these meetings at which time the proposals are discussed and voted on. Notification of the meeting date and time will be sent to each Chapter Chair at least 30 days in advance of the meeting. 18

19 The Professional Association PROPOSAL TO THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY FORM Date submitted: Name of Chapter or individual submitting proposal: Address: Phone: Proposal (What should TPA consider?) How will the proposal help Boys & Girls Clubs professionals? Estimate of costs: $ Signature(s): Chapter Chair or individual) Additional if By-Law Amendment: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) Return to: Tim Sheahan TPA Administrator 3167 San Mateo NE #296 Albuquerque, NM Phone: (303) tsheahan@bgcpros.org 19

20 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION 2016 PATRON SPONSORSHIP-NATIONAL CONFERENCE Deadline is April 15! CHAPTER SUPPORTER, CONTRIBUTER OR SPONSOR PATRON APPLICATION Name of Chapter Chapter Chair Address City, State & Zip Telephone Fax CHECK ONE: Please list our Chapter as a Sponsor ($500.00) Please list our Chapter as a Contributor ($250.00) Please list our Chapter as a Supporter ($100.00) Your Patron pledge entitles you to a listing in the program and special acknowledgement at the event. Please list how you want to be listed in program Please make your check payable to TPA, and mail this form along with your check to: Tim Sheahan TPA Administrator 3167 San Mateo NE #296 Albuquerque, NM Phone: (303) tsheahan@bgcpros.org 20

21 Date of Application: / / 2016 MEMBERSHIP THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION (Membership Expires One Year from Date of Application) Mr./Mrs./Ms. (circle one) *First *Last *Preferred Mailing Address: Title/Position *Name of Organization *Cell Phone *Business Phone * Address: *Street *City *State *Zip No chapter affiliation *Region Chapter Name What year was your first full-time, professional employment in a Boys & Girls Club? What year did you first join The Professional Association (National) Are you registered in BGCA Leadership University? Yes NO 19 / / 20 COMPLETING THE INFORMATION IN THIS BOX IS VOLUNTARY. The Professional Association uses this information strictly for database purposes regarding the composition of our membership. All data is confidential. Birth date: / / Gender (circle one): Male Female Ethnicity (circle one): Alaskan Native Asian African American Caucasian Hispanic Native American Pacific Islander Other *Membership Status (Check Box): New Renew IDENTIFY YOUR CLASSIFICATION AND DUES: I. Active Membership (voting) Executive Professional $125 Management, Administrative, Support or Youth $60 Development Professional II. Associate Membership (non voting) Current Part-Time Boys & Girls Club Professional $15 Former Boys & Girls Club Professional $25 Individual Member $100 Business Membership $100 MAKE YOUR CHECK PAYABLE TO "The Professional Association " AND MAIL IT WITH THIS APPLICATION TO: The Professional Association Administrator Tim Sheahan TPA Administrator 3167 San Mateo NE #296 Albuquerque, NM Phone: (303) tsheahan@bgcpros.org * required field Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing by mail 6/8/16 21

22 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP CLASSIFICATIONS & DUES DUES $ $60.00 ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP (VOTING) EXECUTIVE PROFESSIONAL -Professionally employed on a full-time basis in a Club affiliated with BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA OR GIRLS, INC. responsible for providing overall direction to the organization. (Executive Directors, Presidents, Executive Vice President, CEOs, CPOs, and national staff). MANAGEMENT/ADMINISTRATIVE/SUPPORT YOUTH DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL -Professionally employed on a full-time basis in a Club affiliated with BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA OR GIRLS, INC. responsible for utilizing the resources of the organization to provide services to members. (Associate Executive Directors, Directors of Operations, Unit Directors, Area Directors, Branch Mangers, Program Directors, Administrative staff, Support Personnel, Program Directors, Health & Physical Education Directors, Social Recreation Directors, Guidance Directors, Cultural Arts Directors, Outreach Directors, etc.). ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP (NON-VOTING) $15.00 $25.00 $ $ CURRENT PART-TIME BOYS & GIRLS CLUB PROFESSIONAL -Those who are deemed in their own organization as being part-time employees. FORMER BOYS & GIRLS CLUB PROFESSIONAL -Retirees, those who wish to maintain contact with their peers, and those who wish to further the association. INDIVIDUAL MEMBER Club Board members, volunteers, auxiliary members, parents, colleagues from overseas, colleagues from other organizations, etc. BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP: Business & vendor supporters. ** Chartered chapters are eligible for a 50% rebate on membership dues. For further information on chapters, contact Tim Sheahan at (303) or him at tsheahan@bgcpros.org. 22

23 THE PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATION PRESIDENTS CLUB CHAPTER PLEDGE FORM In support of The Professional Association Endowment Fund, the Chapter wishes to pledge $ per year, for years, payable before December 31 st of each year beginning in. I wish to designate this contribution to The Professional Association Scholarship Program, and the maintenance of the professional archives of The Professional Association and of Boys & Girls Clubs of America. CHAPTER NAME CHAPTER CHAIR BOYS & GIRLS CLUB NAME ADDRESS CITY, STATE ZIP DATE CHAPTER CHAIR SIGNATURE Please return to: Mary Ann Mahon-Huels Union League Boys & Girls Clubs 65 West Jackson Blvd., 2nd Floor Chicago, IL Phone: (312) Fax: (312) m.huels@ulbgc.org 23

24 TPA PARTNERSHIP WITH BGCA S Leadership University The Academy The Recognition Component of Leadership University Boys & Girls Club Leadership University was founded in 2008 on the belief that people make the difference in the lives of kids and in the ultimate success of an organization. In support of this belief, the most significant step Boys & Girls Clubs can take to assure their future is to invest in the development of their people. Leadership University is designed to support Boys & Girls Clubs of America s strategic initiative for professional development. The goal of Leadership University is to help Clubs build their current capacity for serving youth, while giving recognition to the value of career and professional development. In response to this initiative The Academy of Boys & Girls Club Professionals has been transformed as the recognition feature of Boys & Girls Club Leadership University. The goal of Boys & Girls Club Leadership University is to develop world-class leaders in every role within Boys & Girls Clubs. It includes five schools: School of Executive Leadership; School of Management; School of Youth Development; School of Resource Development; and School of Board Leadership. Learning opportunities within each school are organized around four levels: Foundation Level; Advanced Level; Mastery Level; and Legacy Level. Individuals completing each of the four levels are recognized through The Academy. The Foundation Level focuses on orienting individuals in the essential job functions, core principles, beliefs and values that enable Clubs to impact youth and communities. This level is completed within the first 4 to 8 months of employment. The majority of Foundation Level learning content is provided online. Upon entering this level, professionals and board members complete an online orientation entitled, Core. The Advanced Level focuses on ensuring development of leadership and interpersonal skills needed for key positions. An overarching leadership model has been tailored to support leadership and interpersonal skill development for each key position. The goal is for professionals and Board leaders to complete the Advanced Level within 18 to 24 months of employment. The Mastery Level will provide professionals with an opportunity to assess their professional needs and create a professional development plan to support their continued growth in the Boys & Girls Club Movement. Professionals entering the Mastery Level must complete the Advanced Leadership Program aligned to their professional category. The Legacy Level provides an opportunity for professionals to establish a learning plan that continues their development and enables them to significantly advance their organization and/or make a lasting contribution the Boys & Girls Club Movement. Benefits to Learners Learning opportunities are: Designed to support a transfer of learning Aligned to learner s role in their Boys & Girls Club Searchable in the Catalog of Learning Opportunities Assessable through online registration Reflected on learner s personal Transcript as Verification of Learning Credit upon completion Designed to respond to professional and/or organizational needs Local TPA Chapters are encouraged to sponsor All Staff Conferences and helping to recognize Leadership University accomplishments. Boys & Girls Club professionals are encouraged to register on and to enroll on their first day of employment with the local Boys & Girls Club. 24

25 Herman Prescott Award Application The National and Regional Herman S. Prescott Awards are dedicated to Herman S. Prescott, a deeply respected and admired former career Boys & Girls Clubs Professional, who founding member of the Concerned Professionals Committee. Mr. Prescott was a consummate professional whose dedication towards the principles of empowerment and inclusion of all people within the decision making processes of work and life established him as a role model for Boys & Girls Clubs professionals for generations to come. Each of the five regional award winners will receive their award at the Regional Administration/Leadership Conferences and be finalist for the National Herman S. Prescott Award, to be presented at the Boy & Girls Clubs of America National Conference. APPLICATION DEADLINE SEE Return 6 copies of the completed nomination form, supporting materials and black & white photo to: (insert name & contacting information of awards chair here) Nominees for the Regional Herman S. Prescott Award should embody the characteristics listed below. Please submit a separate narrative (2 page maximum) responding to how the nominee meets the award criteria. 1. Contributed greatly toward the effective participation of minorities in the decision making process of the Boys & Girls Clubs Movement. 2. Demonstrated ability to effectively involve the community at large in programs whose goals are the resolution of social and economic problems. 3. Contributed to the recruitment, training, and career development of Boys & Girls Clubs professionals. 4. Contributed towards the improvement of communications among professionals in the movement. Date: Name of Nominee: Year Began Employment with Movement: Region: Pacific Midwest Northeast Southeast Southwest Name of Club: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Name of Nominator: Name of Club: Address: City: State: Zip: Nominator Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) 25

26 Contribution to the Profession Award is presented to a National member of TPA who has made a significant contribution towards the advancement of the Boys & Girls Club Movement during the course of their career. Executive of the Year Award is presented to a National member of TPA who holds the title, duties and responsibilities of an Executive Director, President or Chief Professional Officer within the organization. The recipient will have made significant contributions to the work of our profession while in their current position. Professional of the Year Award is presented to a National member of TPA who holds the title, duties and responsibilities of Assistant Executive Director, Director of Operations, Unit Director, Development Director, or any Programmatic related full time staff member. The recipient will have made significant contributions to the work of our profession while in their current position. Administrative Staff of the Year Award is presented to a National member of TPA who holds the title, duties and responsibilities of Office Manager, Executive Assistant, Administrative Assistant, HR Director, Finance Director or other non programmatic support related full time staff member whose duties are not previously listed in other categories. APPLICATION DEADLINE CHECK Return completed nomination form and supporting material to: (Insert name & contacting information for regional awards vice chair) Date: Name of Nominee: Year Began Employment with Movement: Region: Northeast Name of Club: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Name of Nominator: Name of Club: Nominator Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Please select one: Contribution to the Profession Executive of the Year Professional of the Year Administrative Staff of the Year Award Please retype and complete these narrative questions on a separate sheet of paper: 1. Please describe how the applicant has impacted professionals in our movement on the following levels: local, regional and national. 2. Please list the committees and organizations the individual has served on locally, regionally and nationally. Be sure to highlight the impact the individual has made through their involvement. 3. Please describe any professional challenges the individual has face during the course of their career. 4. Please describe any major accomplishments the individual has had during the past three years. 5. Please include a black & white digital photo of the nominee - very important. 26

27 The Professional Association Distinguished Service Award Application **Twenty years of Distinguished Service Award is presented to a National member of TPA whose dedication, commitment and career achievements have significantly enhanced the Movement. Nominee should have 30 years employment in the Movement and be a member in good standing of the National TPA for the last 5 years. Thirty Years of Distinguished Service Award is presented to a National member of TPA whose dedication, commitment and career achievements have significantly enhanced the Movement. Nominee should have 30 years employment in the Movement and be a member in good standing of the National TPA for the last 5 years. Forty Years of Distinguished Service Award is presented to a National member of TPA whose dedication, commitment and career achievements have significantly enhanced the Movement. Nominee should have 40 years employment in the Movement and be a member in good standing of the National TPA for the last 5 years. Fifty Years of Distinguished Service Award is presented to a National member of TPA whose dedication, commitment and career achievements have significantly enhanced the Movement. Nominee should have 50 years employment in the Movement and be a member in good standing of the National TPA for the last 5 years. APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 28th, 2016 Due to time constraints late applications cannot be accepted and will be presented in Return completed nomination form and supporting materials to This form must be completed online and supporting materials uploaded. Please complete the following information on the person that you are nominating. Be sure to indicate for which award the person is being nominated as well as the name, club and phone number of the person completing this nomination form. Date: Name of Nominee: Year Began Employment with Movement: Name of Club: Address: City: State: Zip: Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Name of Nominator: Name of Club: Nominator Phone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Please select one: Thirty Year Distinguished Service Award Forty Year Distinguished Service Award Fifty Year Distinguished Service Award Please retype and provide the information requested below separate sheet of paper: 1. One page cover letter 2. Detailed resume which highlights their career position(s) and achievements within the Boys & Girls Club movement. 3. Please include a black & white photo of the nominee suitable for professional duplication. If possible please provide an electronic copy. Awards will be presented at the 2016 National Conference in New Orleans, LA. 27