This document provides an overview and agenda for the AYF Junior Seminar being held Memorial Day weekend at Camp Lutherlyn in Pennsylvania. The seminar will focus on the theme of "Back to the Basics" to educate junior members about the history and foundations of the AYF organization. Each day will include morning and afternoon lectures on Armenian history, culture, and the AYF, with evening social activities. Safety and supervision of the junior attendees will be ensured through protocols like cabin counselors, a night watch, and an on-site nurse.

1. Backto the Basics AYF Seminar 2011

2. 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?

3. Overview of Seminar When: Memorial Day Weekend (May 27 – May 30) Chapters arrive throughout the day on Fri, May 27 2 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, HaiTahd, culture, religion & future

4. 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.

5. Junior Seminar Committee U. RaffiVarjabedian (Boston) U. Juliette Voskanian (Philadelphia) U. SosyTatarian (Washington DC) U. AniHagopian (Detroit) U. Anita Mkhitarian (Providence) U. KevorkTenkerian (Boston)

6. Meet the Junior Seminar Committee! From left to right: RaffiVarjabedian, AniHagopian, SosyTatarian, Anita Mkhitarian, Juliette Voskanian, & KevorkTenkerian

7. 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

8. Purpose of Seminar Expand Junior knowledge To receive feedback from Juniors Initiate discussion Meet AYFers from all over the region Enjoy & have fun!

9. Socials Talent Shows Dances Bonfires Song Nights Picnic Socials take place every night of Seminar *Socials vary year to year

10. Topics Discussed Armenian History HaiTahd Cultural Topics Dance Music Traditions Religion Armenia’s future Interactive Programs

11. 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)

12. Safety Checking in: Security Night watch Dance watch Alumni & Seniors Nurse at Infirmary

13. Transportation & Applications Chapters: buses Cost per person depends on fundraising throughout the year Applications Deadline dates & fees March 15-April 15: $95 After April 15: $115

14. 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.

15. 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!

16. 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.

17. 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.

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