Back to the BasicsSeminar 2011

A YF

Presentation Outline

Overview of Seminar

What is Back to the Basics?

Junior Seminar Committee

Attendees

Purpose

Topics Discussed

Socials

Typical Day

Safety

Transportation & Applications

Common Questions Answered

Questions?

Overview of Seminar

When: Memorial Day Weekend (May 27 – May 30)Chapters arrive throughout the day on Fri, May 272 full days of events (May 28 – May 29)Chapters leave throughout the morning on Mon, May

30

Where: Camp Lutherlyn – Prospect, PA

A weekend of educational lectures on Armenia’s history, Hai Tahd, culture, religion & future

What is Back to the Basics?

“Back to the Basics” is the central theme for 2011 Junior Seminar. Central Executive and Junior Seminar Committee wanted to focus the lectures and ideas of the weekend around the foundation of the AYF. Going “Back to the Basics” is our way of re-introducing to our junior members the importance of the events, people, and ideals that started our awesome organization. By focusing on what the AYF means, our mission as a group, and the history of who we are, we hope to be able to bring the basic mentality back to our younger generation and inspire them to do amazing things within our organization.

Junior Seminar Committee

U. Raffi Varjabedian (Boston)

U. Juliette Voskanian (Philadelphia)

U. Sosy Tatarian (Washington DC)

U. Ani Hagopian (Detroit)

U. Anita Mkhitarian (Providence)

U. Kevork Tenkerian (Boston)

Meet the Junior Seminar Committee!

From left to right: Raffi Varjabedian, Ani Hagopian, Sosy Tatarian, Anita Mkhitarian, Juliette Voskanian, & Kevork Tenkerian

Attendees

Juniors from New England, Mid-Atlantic & Midwest

Seniors by application (Counselors & Leaders In Training)

Lecturers – Seniors, AYF alumni, parents, & community members

Lutherlyn Staff - cooking

Purpose of Seminar

Expand Junior knowledge

To receive feedback from Juniors

Initiate discussion

Meet AYFers from all over the region

Enjoy & have fun!

Socials

Talent Shows

Dances

Bonfires

Song Nights

Picnic

Socials take place every night of Seminar

*Socials vary year to year

Topics Discussed

Armenian History

Hai Tahd

Cultural Topics Dance Music Traditions

Religion

Armenia’s future

Interactive Programs

Typical Day at Seminar

Breakfast (45 minutes) & Flag Raising

2 morning lectures (75 minute lectures)

Lunch (1 hour) & Free Time (1 hour)

2 afternoon lectures (75 minute lectures)

Dinner (1 hour) & Free Time (1 hour)

Night Activity (3-4 hours)

Safety

Checking in: Security

Night watch

Dance watch

Alumni & Seniors

Nurse at Infirmary

Transportation & Applications

Chapters: buses Cost per person depends on fundraising throughout

the year

ApplicationsDeadline dates & fees

March 15-April 15: $95 After April 15: $115

Common Questions Answered

Why should I send my kid to Junior Seminar?AYF members who attend Junior seminar walk away

with a sense of belonging to the organization. While local meetings and events are great ways to involve our junior members, a weekend away with other AYF members (especially out of the local scene) introduces our younger members to being independent in the organization. They also spend the weekend learning about AYF and other aspects that created this organization. In addition, they leave with new friends they have met throughout the weekend.

Common Questions Answered

What is the overall goal of the weekend?The overall goal of the weekend is to educate and

enjoy! This weekend is dedicated to our Juniors and we want them to leave with an understanding and education on who/what the AYF is; excitement to participate and take on leadership roles at their local levels; and new friends to continue to encourage them to come back to our regional events!

Common Questions Answered

Who is watching my kids?The kids are being watched by the Senior AYF

members who elect to spend their weekend at Seminar. This year, JSC is focusing on the ratio of juniors to seniors keeping it at 3:1. Two Counselors and one LIT will be present with the campers/cabins at all times.

Common Questions Answered

What about safety?The campers are under constant supervision the

entire weekend. Each cabin of campers has 2 counselors and 1 LIT (Leader-In-Training). 2 out of the 3 are requested to always be present with the kids at all times. At night, the Junior Seminar Committee works with the Central Junior Committee to establish a “Night Watch” Plan. There is an onsite nurse and Dr. the entire weekend taking care of medication distribution and any injuries or accidents that might occur during the weekend. Lastly, the Camp Lutherlyn has a staff present as well, who in case of emergency are available.

Questions???