1. Beta: Above and Beyond State Beta Club Conference Myrtle Beach
February 10-12, 2017

2. Where are we staying?
At the beach, of course!

3. Royale Palms Condominiums
Luxurious
tower attached to the
Hilton Myrtle Beach
Resort, location of the
conference
2 bedroom condos with
kitchen and living area

4. What happens at conference?
Talent and academic competitions
Election of State Officers
Group activities
Guest Speakers
Meet the best and brightest of SC Betas
Dance till you drop!

5. Academic Competitions
Division I- Grades 9&10 Division II- Grades 11&12
Agriculture
Language Arts
Math
Science
Social Studies
Spanish
One person per division
Multiple choice questions
One hour time limit
No electronic devices

6. Advertising Design One team of 2-4 members
This team competition will allow students to demonstrate their creative ability and attention to details as they create a visually appealing message. Teams will be given an advertising prompt at the beginning of the competition and given two hours to create their design. Teams will also write an explanation to communicate the elements of design and concept.

7. Banner Competition
This is a club entry and must be made by Beta members.
The banner must adhere to the convention theme.
Originality, craftsmanship, and interpretation and illustration of the theme are important.

8. Character Skit Three or more students
The 3-5 minute skit must be on the Beta ideals of character and this year’s convention theme - “Beta-Above and Beyond”.
Creativity, originality, and coordination are important.

9. Creative Writing One person per school
Creative writing of words in essay format
Students must record their own word count
Ninety (90)-minute time limit
No pre-written materials allowed
Each student must bring: dictionary and/or thesaurus
Subject to be assigned at the beginning of the competition

10. Living Literature
An opportunity for students to present their interpretation of a scene from a work of literature.
Any form of literature
Kind of like a wax museum

11. Onsite Art Competitions
Acrylic Painting
Pencil
Colored Pencil
One student per club in each category
Still life objects will be set up by coordinator or designated person.

12. Poetry One entry per school Written onsite 90 minute time limit
Topic assigned at the beginning of the competition

13. Quiz Bowl Four member team
Preliminary consisting of a multiple choice exam if more than 8 teams enter
Top 8 advance to oral rounds
Single elimination

14. Robotics Showcase
A team of 4-8 members will bring a pre-constructed robot that addresses the Robotics Challenge: Movers, Shakers, Creators

15. Scrapbook
The purpose of the scrapbook competition is to showcase the accomplishments of the individual chapters as well as to showcase the creative spirit of the members.
All work is done by members.
Judged on artwork, content, and theme

16. Show Choir
A group of 12+ members will perform a 3-6 minute choral repertoire of their choice.

17. Speech One student per division 2-3 minutes Original No note cards
Persuasive or informative

18. Spotlight on Service
Each club submits one free-standing trifold board that showcases a service focus in your club.

19. Talent Competitions Group competition Special competition
5 or more participants
Timing begins with the first note of music, sound or action OR
Special competition
1-4 persons

20. Technology
A club project designed to encourage students to use technology to create a presentation that adheres to their interpretation of the topic.
Completed and judged prior to the convention

21. Visual Arts
Provides students the opportunity to showcase their artistic talents and creative abilities.
Students will bring finished pieces of art
Photography
Digital Art
Painting
Fiber Arts
Woodworking
Mixed Media
Drawing
Sculpture
Recyclable Art
Watercolor
Hand-made jewelry

22. Logistics Leave Westside at 7 a.m. Friday Return Sunday at 2:00
6 students per room
1 King bed
2 queen beds
Pull-out sofa
We try to include some fun time away from the convention if possible. Activities in the past include going to the Tanger Outlets, Broadway at the Beach, and an all- you-can-eat seafood buffet.

23. Cost & Deadlines
$150- $10 discount given for participation in a competition ($20 max)
We will possible conduct fundraisers.
Will need money for meals and you can bring food
Must purchase a t-shirt
First payment of $50 due Tuesday, Nov. 22nd
2nd payment of $50 due Friday, December 16th.
3rd payment of $50 due Friday, January 13th.
PAYMENTS ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
DEADLINES ARE FIRM!!!!!

24. Behavior
Betas are expected to act with the highest of behavior standards.
Chaperones must know your whereabouts AT ALL TIMES.
Dress code should be observed anytime you leave your hotel room.
All activities are required.
Curfew must be observed.
No girls in boys rooms and no boys in girls rooms.
No alcoholic beverages, drugs, or tobacco in any form including e- cigarettes
You may have your cell phone at all times, but they must be off during the 3 general sessions.
Failure to follow the rules will result in your parents being called to come pick you up and dismissal from Beta Club.

25. If you want to go, get a conference reservation form and return it to Mrs. Drake by November 22nd with your first $50 payment. We will meet November 9th to begin discussing competitions.