Far West Region Teen Conference 2022

Dear Mothers and Teens of the Far West Region,

On behalf of the Regional Executive Board of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, welcome to the 68^th Annual Far West Region Teen Leadership Conference, hosted by the Incomparable Inglewood Chapter. After two years of attending our conference virtually, we are thrilled to be meeting once again, in person on the campus of UCLA. Our conference theme, “We are the Blueprint,” speaks volumes. We cannot wait to see your interpretation of this statement throughout our many competitions showcasing your talent and creativity.

The 2022 Teen Leadership Conference Planning Guide contains all the important information you and your teen will need to proactively prepare for teen conference. Please use this guide as your primary resource for all aspects of teen conference, including registration information and deadlines, lodging, individual and chapter competitions, Senior Gala, conduct and behavior guidelines and chaperone duties, to name a few.

As in previous years, participation in ONE TRAINING WEBINAR is MANDATORY for our lead teen advisors and teen chaperones.

The Regional Team and the Inglewood Chapter look forward to seeing you and your teens in Los Angeles. If you have any questions or need additional information along the way, please don’t hesitate to reach out to any member of your regional leadership team.

Looking forward to our time together!

In service,

Tasha B. Penny

Regional Director
Jack and Jill of America, Inc.
Far West Region

Teen Conference Purpose

The purpose of the Teen Conference is to create a forum for teens to engage in leadership development activities, including educational, cultural, recreational, social, and philanthropic programs by and for teens of the Far West Region; and to interpret the programs and promote the projects of the national organization as they pertain to the teens.

Teen Conference Objectives

1. Election of Regional Teen Officers, which are President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Foundation Chair. Teen delegates shall elect officers via vote. Voting shall be on the basis of one (1) vote for each Chapter seated.

2. Plenary Sessions and Ceremonies, including Opening, Installation, and Memorial Ceremonies.

3. Selection of Themes. Delegates Vote on Teen Conference and Community Service Themes for the following year.

4. Senior Recognition Program for Graduating Seniors at the Teen Conference Ball (Banquet).

5. Honor Teen achievements and Chapter group competitions, foundation contributions, and community service.

6. Community Service Project (s) provide an opportunity for teens to work together in outreach as a region.

7. Provide workshops in leadership, character, social responsibility, and development.

8. Create opportunities for Teens to interact socially and engage on issues and
topics relevant to Teens.

Eligibility Requirements for Teen Attendees

A teen is eligible to attend the annual Teen Regional Conference under the following conditions:

1. Only Teens that will be 13 or older by June 30th of the year of the conference are eligible to attend Teen Conference.

2. The Teen has not yet reached his/her 20th birthday by midnight, June 30th of the year of the conference.

3. The Teen has met his/her Chapter requirements.

4. All Teens attending the conference must be registered.

5. All Teens must sign and adhere to the Teen Code of Ethics.

6. All Teens of the Chapter must participate in the Chapter’s activities for Teen conference. For instance, all Teens must have a page in the conference scrapbook and all attending the conference must participate in the skit.

7. All chaperones must be registered in order to attend Teen Conference.

8. Chaperones and Teens must remain on campus (with the exception of the off-site activities) and at Teen Conference for the entire conference.

9. Teens will not be allowed to leave Teen Conference early or arrive late.

10. All graduating seniors participating in the Senior Gala must be registered and must attend the conference.

11. A number of tickets may be available for the Senior Gala for parents and others who are not registered for the conference. Tickets must be purchased using the registration site.

12. THERE IS NO ON SITE REGISTRATION!

13. Each Chapter shall be responsible for making their Teens and parents aware of the Rules for Attending Teen Conference. Chapter Presidents and Teen Chaperones/Advisors are responsible for the orientation of each Chapter participant prior to arrival at Teen Conference.

14. Teens and Parents, your signature on the Acknowledgement Forms is confirmation that you both have read, discussed, and agree to abide by the Teen Conference Rules for Attending.