Pathways

​Pathways maintains Toastmasters' four guiding principles: experiential learning, self-paced learning, peer evaluation and mentoring. Each of the program's tailored learning paths have five levels of achievement, building progressively in complexity. Each path includes 14 projects, including a mix of required and elective projects. The highest level of achievement remains the DTM and you must complete two paths to meet the education requirement of achieving your DTM. 

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Getting Started in Pathways

Before you start:

• Pathways Navigator (PDF) - All in one guide to getting started in Toastmasters and Pathways
• Interactive Pathways Navigator (Online) - Online and interactive version of the Navigator

​Picking your path:

• Pathways Format Comparison: Printed vs. Digital (PDF) - lists the pros and cons for each format
• Pathways Paths and Project Catalog (PDF) - A list of all of the projects in every path and summaries of all the projects (Now including Engaging Humor + Mentor Program)
• Pathways Reference Guide (PDF) - Contains an outline of the core competencies, a paths and project matrix, a level 1 flowchart, how to get your DTM, and summaries of all projects in Pathways (Now including Engaging Humor)
• How to Pick a Path (Video) - recorded on 3/30/19 by George Marshall
  

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Navigating the program:

• Welcome to Toastmasters (PDF) - a visual step by step guide to getting started in Pathways
• Pathways Level Completion Checklist (PDF) - a bookkeeping record to keep you on track as you progress through your path

Resources for Base Camp Managers/Officers​​

• Pathways - Base Camp Manager Overview slide deck (PDF) - Video training of this deck - link
• ​Base Camp Manager Tutorial and Guide - a guide for the base camp managers
• Pathways Level Completion Checklist (PDF) - a bookkeeping record to keep you on track as you progress through your path
• Pathways Progress Poster (XLS) - help track where your members are in the pathways program
• DCP Chart (PNG) - Helpful chart to see all the options to fulfill the Education Goals for the DCP program using both the traditional program and Pathways. There is a maximum of 6 education points to count for your DCP.

Getting your Distinguished Toastmasters Award in Pathways:

• DTM Process - Shows you the requirements needed to get your DTM in a vertical process chart
• DTM Quick Reference Chart (JPG) - an all in one easy reference graphic
• Pathways DTM Award Application (PDF)

Online Zoom Training Sessions

Pathways 101

The program offers:

• Navigating Pathways
• Getting started in Pathways
• Pathways Tutorials and Resources
• Completion and Submission of a Pathways Level Award
• Providing Feedback and Badges
  

You must register in advance for these sessions at the link next to each date below.
 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Upcoming Dates:
8/26/2019 - Register
​9/23/2019 - Register
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Recorded Sessions:
April 22, 2019 - link
June 24, 2019 - link
​July 22, 2019 - link

Base Camp Manager (BCM)

The program offers:

• How to Address Level Completion Requests & Submit to TI
• Pathways Education Recognition - print certificates, give badges
• External Training - delivering speeches outside the home club
• Member Progress - finding and viewing individual reports
• Pathways Extras -  badges, feedback and e-portfolio

​You must register in advance for these sessions at the link next to each date below.
 After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.​

 Upcoming Dates:
​8/28/2019 - Register

Recorded Sessions:
Link to the recorded training 

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Still Need Help?

Contact your local Pathways Support Team Representative.
*Remember, while your support team is here to assist you, we do ask that you first watch the instructional videos and review the resource documents above before contacting your rep. 

Name	Division Supported	Email
Lorraine Boyden	L - Austin and North	​tmLorraine.Boyden@yahoo.com
Eva Tweedy	J - Austin	Evatweedy@gmail.com
Doug Kelly	F - San Antonio	ToastmasterDoug@mac.com
​Karen Archer	I - Austin	karcher1234@outlook.com
Jon Nuelle	K - Austin	jnuelle@gmail.com
Linda Williams	H - San Antonio	tm.LindaWilliams@yahoo.com
Marissa Garcia	G - San Antonio	MarissaRGar@gmail.com

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FAQ

• What is different about Pathways from the traditional program? There are multiple path to create a personalized custom plan to reach your specific goals. You will be able to complete an assessment to determine which path are most valuable for you. Here's a quick two minute video outlining how it works.
• ​Are you currently working toward your DTM on the traditional program? You have until June 30, 2020 to plan and complete your DTM in the current program. 
• Do we still have manuals with Pathways? Yes, digital and print copies are available. Digital files include extra tips & videos.  Check out the new "Ice Breaker" for Pathways. Printed materials ordered from TI are an additional $25.
• ​Are any of my credits earned in the current program eligible for transfer to Pathways? Examples of transferable service are: club officer (one year of service), district officer (one year of service), club sponsor, club mentor, club coach, Youth Leadership Program or Speechcraft).
• *Note: Only completed leadership service as a club or district leader that has not been applied toward an award is transferable to Pathways.

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A more detailed FAQ is available on Toastmasters.org
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