Getting ready for the new Rotary year is underway! Rotary International President-elect Stephanie Urchick announced that the 2024-25 presidential theme is The Magic of Rotary Calling all Presidents to register today for Pre-PETS and PETS. 

Read more about upcoming events so that you are inspired to continue to lead in Rotary year '24-'25.
 
FEBRUARY
Pre-PETS Facilitation and Training Retreat (USA) will be held on Saturday, February 10th Meet and Greet at 8:30am-8:55am Session - 9:00am-12:30 pm at Rochester University Alumni Center 250 W Avon Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48307
 
Pre-PETS Facilitation and Training Retreat (USA) will be held on Saturday, February 10th 12:30-4pm at Rochester University Alumni Center 250 W Avon Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48307
 
Pre-PETS Facilitation and Training Retreat (Canada) will be held on Thursday, February 15th at 5:20pm (Meet and Greet) Session - 6:00pm-8:30pm. [Location TBD]
 
MARCH
GLRPETS - March 14th-16th 
Each year, the Presidents-Elect attend PETS which offers a variety of training, facilitation, and networking opportunities to connect with other incoming Club Presidents and District leaders from multiple Rotary Districts.
 
Early registration continues until January 31st. I highly recommend and urge you to register for PETS ASAP,  especially if you prefer to have a room conveniently located in the Radisson Hotel which is where PETS will be held. 
 
This is also a reminder that your attendance at GLRPETS is required.
Here is the GLRPETS Registration link: https://www.glrpets.org/registration-information.html  
The Schedule is posted on the website. 
 
Previously, you were asked to complete coursework prior to February 10th. Here is the list of courses that are highly recommended for Pre-PETS and PETS preparation as you plan to lead in 2024-2025.
 
To find the courses, log into rotary.orghttps://www.rotary.org/en, go to Knowledge & Resources, tap Learning Center, tap Club Leadership and you will find the following courses: 
 
Pre-PETS and PETS Prep Courses: 
  • Club President Basics 4 hr 15 min
  • Club Administration Basics 2 hr 45 min
  • Rotary's Action Plan and You 15min
 
 
APRIL 
District Training and Facilitation Assembly will be held April 13th at 9:00am at Rochester University Alumni Center 250 W Avon Rd, Rochester Hills, MI 48307.
 
 
MAY
District Conference - DG Collyer is preparing a wonderfully inspiring District Conference this year in the vibrant City of Ann Arbor. Save the Dates: May 17, 18, and 19th. More information will be coming from DG Collyer. 
 
Favorite Song - If you have not done so already, please send me the title of one of your favorite songs to DGE Sharna Hatcher. 
 
Thank you for your service,
 
Best, 
Sharna
 
Sharna Hatcher
District Governor-Elect
Rotary District 6380
248 505 7349