Training
Department Training
As everyone knows training is the lifeblood of any organization. There are study courses for The American Legion as well as specialized training available. It is recommended that every District and Division conduct training at every Convention. The Department Adjutant, the Director of Internal Affairs, the Department Judge Advocate and other Department Officers are available to conduct training on Legion procedures, programs, or whatever is needed. If you would like to conduct training at your Fall or Spring Convention submit a written request to Department Headquarters requesting the training topic and instructor, remember the earlier you submit your request the better chance you will have of being able to conduct that training.
District and Division Commanders School
Each year there is a District & Division Commanders School held in Austin for all District and Division Commanders. This training is open to anyone to attend; it is a great opportunity for future leaders to begin learning about The American Legion and the Department of Texas. Only the District & Division Commanders will receive school materials.
This year’s District and Division Commanders School will be held on July 8 - 10, 2011 at the Omni Austin Southpark Hotel.
Department Training Program
The American Legion, Department of Texas is excited to announce that we will conduct training on the Fundamentals of Post Operations; training will be conducted at three locations across the state to provide everyone the chance to attend.
San Antonio – February 5, 2011 at American Legion Post 2
Dallas / Fort Worth – February 19, 2011 at American Legion Post 569
Houston – March 5, 2011 at American Legion Post 490
Some of the topics to be covered during this session include:
- How to conduct a meeting
- Department Programs – Boys State / Oratorical / School Programs
- Membership Information
- MyLegion.org
- Post Operations / Resources
- Veterans Assistance
The training is open to all Legion Family Members wishing to learn more about The American Legion, training will begin at 9am at each location.
Anyone wishing to attend is encouraged to complete the American Legion Extension Institute Course (ALEI) prior to attending as it will provide you with basic information about The American Legion.
A mini version of the training will be given during the 4th Division Convention in Lubbock, May 21, 2011 at American Legion Post 575.
