PEOPLE TO PEOPLE AMBASSADOR PROGRAMS Orientation Meeting One

Meeting Topics Know the mission of the People to People Ambassador Program and what it means to be an Ambassador Introduction to the OnBoard student website Global and citizenship awareness Destination specific information Parent involvement opportunities

Agenda 1.Welcome and Introductions 2.Getting to Know Each Other 3.Mission and History of People to People 4.What is an Ambassador? 5.Introduction to OnBoard 6.Pay Your Way 7.Breakout Session 1.Civics1. Parent Involvement Opportunities 2.Project Fair2. Fundraising 3.Teambuilding3. Health Forms 4.T-Shirt Contest4. Passports/Extra Photos 8.Wrap-up

Follow your leaders’ instructions for this fun ‘get-to-know-you’ activity. Each cell is filled with a descriptor like someone who plays an instrument or youngest child in the family. You must find a person who matches the description for each square and have them sign your bingo cards. Human Bingo

Our mission is now your mission too... We bridge cultural and political borders through education and exchange, making the world a better place for future generations. You are now a part of People to People Ambassador Programs’ history… The People to People movement dates back more than half a century to its founding by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in Eisenhower was acting on his firm belief that direct interaction between ordinary citizens around the world can promote cultural understanding and world peace. That proud legacy of hope lives on in People to People Ambassador Programs on seven continents.

Before Dwight D. Eisenhower became president of the United States of America, he was the Allied Commander in Europe during World War II. The memories of warfare would haunt Eisenhower for the rest of his life. During his presidency, the United States and the Soviet Union were waging a Cold War and a nuclear arms race which led to fear, suspicion, and misunderstanding between the two nations. “I believe the people want peace, indeed, I believe that they want peace so badly that the governments will just have to step aside and let them have it.” Dwight D. Eisenhower in a British Radio Address Background of People to People

People to People represents the culmination of President Eisenhower’s lifelong crusade for world peace. Eisenhower felt very strongly that everyday citizens of the world wanted peace and could attain it much more effectively without government interference. Eisenhower felt that face-to-face contact through various cultural activities, sports, and the arts would form enduring friendships among people of all cultures. As citizens interact with their peers from other nations by coming into each other’s homes, attending each others’ schools, and competing against one another in friendly contests of athletic skill, they will learn to appreciate each other and eradicate many misconceptions. As Student Ambassadors, you are part of that vision. What is an Ambassador?

Get ready for Rome, Assisi, Florence, Pisa, LaSpezia, Nice, Lyon, Paris, Caen, Ouistreham, Portsmouth, London & more!

In OnBoard, Students Can: Contact fellow delegates Update personal information Check orientation meeting schedules View travel schedules (airlines and accommodations) Make tuition payments Learn about funding opportunities Learn about each destination with interactive study guides Learn how to apply for a passport Receive program updates and reminders Download forms and other documents such as Student Ambassador Protocol. Navigating OnBoard

Visit to login to OnBoardwww.peopletopeople.com Navigating OnBoard Once logged in, you will be able to navigate the various pages within OnBoard.

Under HOME you can find important updates about your upcoming program.

Under MY ACCOUNT you can: view your payments. view your balance. make a payment. update personal info. change your password. and more!

Under LEARNING CENTER you can: view academic credit info. read destination overviews. view the Explore Before You Go Guides. complete your certification requirements

Under COMMUNICATION CENTER you can: view delegation contacts. read Ambassador grams. watch videos. view meeting schedules. find forms. and more!

Under FUNDING you can: explore ideas on how to fund your tuition. explore available scholarships. explore available student loans. Visit Pay Your Website to register for a webinar, watch a Pay Your Way videos and more!

Under TRAVEL CENTER you can: view your travel information. read packing tips. check currency conversions. view your itinerary. order apparel and gear.

Being a Student Ambassador is a privilege. And, much like college, there is a lot of preparation needed before you go. For many delegates this includes finding ways to pay their tuition. Share and brainstorm ideas for raising money to pay program tuition. Pay Your Way

Meeting Wrap-up Thank you for your time! Next meeting: 2/26/12 Fairview Middle School