B U L L E T I N   B O A R D

Rotary International
2012-13 Theme:

Peace Through Service

• Is it the truth?
• Is it fair to all concerned?
• Will it build good will and better friendships?
• Will it be beneficial to all concerned?

Future PETS dates
at Radisson

2013: 3/14 - 3/16
2014: 3/13 - 3/15
2015: 3/19 - 3/21

Club Officers Kit for PETS 2012 - resources provided by Rotary International that will help new Presidents run a more effective club:

• Club President’s Manual (222)
• Future Vision Addendum to Club President's Manual (222 addendum)
• Club Secretary’s Manual (229)
• Club Treasurer’s Manual (220)
• Club Administration Committee (226A)
• Club Membership Committee (226B)
• Club Public Relations Committee (226C)
• Club Service Projects Committee (226D)
• Club Rotary Foundation Committee (226E)

Presidents-Elect Training Seminar (PETS) is a mandatory and vital training program for all Presidents-Elect for Rotary Clubs within a given district or group of districts (multi PETS). The purpose of the PETS is to provide club presidents with the necessary skills, knowledge, and motivation to lead an effective club. This training takes place in all 162 countries of the Rotary world, currently every year during March. For details go to the About PETS page.

Great Lakes Rotary PETS is a multi PETS that includes Districts 6290 - NW Michigan plus Wawa Ontario, 6310 - NE Michigan, 6360 - SW Michigan, 6380 - four SE Michigan counties and Kent Co., Ontario, 6400 - SE Michigan, incld. Detroit, plus Essex Co. Ontario, and 6540 - Northern Indiana. Can you identify your RI District (open map in new window)?

The PETS Committee would like to introduce you to the District Governors for 2012-2013:

PETS offers intensive training where you will learn about....

• The new Rotary theme for your presidential year
• The Rotary Foundation and the good it does in the world
• Strategies and practical ideas for success in running your club
• Practical membership ideas
• Strengthening your leadership within your club while developing new leaders
• Your district's support system and team
• Read more...

2012 - 13 Rotary theme

In addition, you will meet and network with:

• Trustees of The Rotary Foundation
• Highly acclaimed Rotary speakers
• Members of Rotary International staff
• One of the best motivational speakers speakers in our region
• Fellow Presidents-elect's from all over the state of Michigan, Indiana and Ontario
• Vendors who will have on display high quality Rotary unique items.
• Rotarians with exhibits of successful, replicable club and district projects.

Read about the speakers you will have a chance to meet.

Special Sessions on Thursday at 3 p.m.

Rotary 101
Come early to PETS for a great introduction to Rotary-speak and the larger world of Rotary. Perfect for newer Rotarians and for those who have not been in a leadership role for a while. RSVP to your District Governor Elect.

Special Assistant Governors forum
Review your responsibilities to your district and your clubs, get ideas on ways to serve most effectively, and how the AG role prepares you for future Rotary service. RSVP to your District Governor Elect.

Special Program

Partners/Spouses Program
This fun session includes an outing to a nearby museum on Friday morning, followed by a lunch at the historic Park Club and an afternoon service project at the Radisson. Please RSVP Sue Goldsen via email or phone 517-937-5343.

Questions?

All questions about PETS and Hotel registration should be directed to the PETS Registrar Marc Cooper via email or call 248-310-9874. Leave a detailed message. The hotel will NOT be able to help with registration questions.

Home  |  General Info  |  Schedule  |  Register Online  |  About PETS  |  Maps  |  FAQ