Program of Activities
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Program of Activities
Snohomish High School
• Successful Organizations have one thing in common. They understand that success is the result of planning and then carrying out those plans.
Why have a Program of Activities (POA)?
• A well-planned and well-executed program of activities can help develop leadership and planning skills.
Why have a Program of Activities (POA)?
• A well-developed POA serves many purposes.–Defines organization goals
–outlines steps needed to meet those goals
Why have a Program of Activities (POA)?
–Creates a calendar of events
–ensures that activities meet the needs of the members
–provides direction from year to year
–creates a workable budget
Why have a Program of Activities (POA)?
–Provides experience in planning
–serves as a reference point throughout the year.
Why have a Program of Activities (POA)?
• The key to a good POA is getting everyone involved in planning and carrying out the activities.
• Member involvement is essential.
How Is A POA Organized?
• Each chapter builds its POA around three major areas, or Standing Committees:–Student Development
–Chapter Development
–Community Development
Student Development
• Activities that promote:–Leadership Activities
–Healthy Lifestyles
–Student Projects
–Scholarship
–Career Skills
Chapter Development
• Includes:–Chapter Recruitment
–Financial Activities
–Public Relations
–Leadership Workshops
–Support Groups
Community Development• Community activities that promote:
–improved economic welfare
–environmental conditions
–human resources (ex.:PALS)
–citizenship and involvement
–agricultural awareness
Types of Committees
• The types of committees include:–Standing Committees
–Executive Committees
–Special Committees
• Standing Committees usually function all year long and conduct activities that take place every year.
• Standing Committees should have at least three and not more than eight members.
• Executive Committees usually consist of the organization’s officers. In some organizations, standing committee chairpersons also serve on the Executive Committee.
• Organization officers coordinate the overall activities of the organization.
• Normally officers do not, and probably should not, serve as committee chairpersons.
• This provides other members with leadership opportunities.
• Special Committees organize events that do not occur every year. A special committee lasts only until the specific event is completed.