PEOPLE TO PEOPLE AMBASSADOR PROGRAMS
Orientation Meeting One
Learning to be an Ambassador
Meeting Topics
• Know the mission of the Ambassador program and what it
means to be an Ambassador
• Introduction to the OnBoard student website
• Global and citizenship awareness
• Destination specific information
• Parent involvement opportunities
Agenda
1. Welcome and Introductions
2. Getting to Know Each Other
3. Mission and History of Ambassador Programs
4. What is an Ambassador?
5. Destination Information
6. Introduction to OnBoard
7. Background of People to People
8. Civics 101
9. Teambuilding
10. Fundraising
11. Wrap-up
Welcome and Introductions
Lets Get to Know Each Other …
I would like each delegate to introduce themselves
and their parent/guardian (if present). I would like
you to state the following:
1. Your name
2. Grade
3. Name of your school
4. What are you looking forward to the most on our
program?
5. Parent/Guardian stand and introduce yourself.
Getting to Know Each Other
a Little Better 
Human Bingo
Follow your leaders’ instructions for this
fun ‘get-to-know-you’ activity.
Each cell is filled with a descriptor like someone who plays an instrument or
youngest child in the family. You must find a person who matches the
description for each square and have them sign your bingo cards.
Mission and History of
People to People
Ambassador Programs
Mission and History
Our mission is now your mission too...
We bridge cultural and political borders through education and exchange,
making the world a better place for future generations.
You are now a part of People to People history…
The People to People movement dates back more than half a century to its
founding by President Dwight D. Eisenhower in 1956. Eisenhower was
acting on his firm belief that direct interaction between ordinary citizens
around the world can promote cultural understanding and world peace.
That proud legacy of hope lives on in People to People Ambassador
Programs on seven continents.
Video: P2P History
What is an Ambassador?
What is an Ambassador?
A is for ….
• In this activity, you will be working in groups of 3-4 to
develop a poster representing what an Ambassador is to
you and your group members
• You will write the word “AMBASSADOR” down the left
hand side of the paper provided
• You will then come up with a word/phrase for each letter
in the word
•The word/phrase must apply to what it means to be
an Ambassador
What is an Ambassador?
People to People represents the culmination of President
Eisenhower’s lifelong crusade for world peace. Eisenhower
felt very strongly that everyday citizens of the world wanted
peace and could attain it much more effectively without
government interference.
Eisenhower felt that face-to-face contact through various
cultural activities, sports, and the arts would form enduring
friendships among people of all cultures.
As citizens interact with their peers from other nations by
coming into each other’s homes, attending each others’
schools, and competing against one another in friendly
contests of athletic skill, they will learn to appreciate each
other and eradicate many misconceptions.
As Ambassadors, you are part of that vision.
Videos: “Why We Conduct Orientation Meetings” & “Our Safety Network”
Destination Specific
Information
• Sample Itinerary
– Video: Boomerang … not our
itinerary, but close 
• Departure Dates
– JUNE 29TH – JULY 15TH
• Education before & after = credit!
• Service Project before & during
– The Great American Clean Up
Sat. May 19, 2012
• Passport/Visa Info (parent packet
only)
• Rules of the Road (student packet
only)
– Due at the next meeting
OnBoard for
Student Ambassadors
Handouts in Student & Parent Packets
Students have extra handout: Online Learning Instructions
Navigating OnBoard
In OnBoard, Students Can:
• Contact fellow delegates
• Update personal information
• Check orientation meeting schedules
• View travel schedules (airlines and accommodations)
• Make tuition payments
• Learn about funding opportunities
• Learn about each destination with interactive study guides
• Learn how to apply for a passport
• Receive program updates and reminders
• Download forms and other documents such as Student
Ambassador Protocol.
Navigating OnBoard
Visit www.peopletopeople.com to login to OnBoard
Once logged in, you will be able to navigate the various pages within OnBoard.
Under HOME you can find important updates about your upcoming program.
Under MY ACCOUNT
you can:
• view your
payments.
• view your balance.
• make a payment.
• update personal
info.
• change your
password.
• and more!
Under LEARNING
CENTER you can:
• view academic
credit info.
• read destination
overviews.
• view the Explore
Before You Go
Guides.
• complete your
certification
requirements
Under COMMUNICATION
CENTER you can:
• view delegation contacts.
• read Ambassador grams.
• watch videos.
• view meeting schedules.
• find forms.
• and more!
Under FUNDING you can:
• explore ideas on how to
fund your tuition.
• explore available
scholarships.
• explore available student
loans.
• Visit Pay Your Website to
register for a webinar,
watch a Pay Your Way
videos and more!
Under TRAVEL CENTER
you can:
• view your travel
information.
• read packing tips.
• check currency
conversions.
• view your itinerary.
• order apparel and gear.
Background of
People to People
Background of People to People
Before Dwight D. Eisenhower became president of the United
States of America, he was the Allied Commander in Europe
during World War II. The memories of warfare would haunt
Eisenhower for the rest of his life. During his presidency, the
United States and the Soviet Union were waging a Cold War
and a nuclear arms race which led to fear, suspicion, and
misunderstanding between the two nations.
“I believe the people want peace, indeed, I believe that they
want peace so badly that the governments will just have to
step aside and let them have it.”
Dwight D. Eisenhower
in a British Radio Address
Learn more about the background of this organization which
strives to perpetuate Eisenhower’s mission in an activity with
your delegation.
Reading in Student Packet
Civics 101
Civics 101
As Student Ambassadors, you have a civic responsibility to
familiarize yourself with the government officials who serve
your country, state and local community. Completing the
Civics 101 worksheet will help you represent the United
States intelligently through your knowledge of our
government.
Follow your leaders’ instructions for completing this
assignment.
Teambuilding
Teambuilding
An important part of a successful international experience is
having all delegates work together seamlessly as a team.
Your leaders will provide you with this and many other
opportunities to work with your fellow delegates to form a
cohesive team before travel.
PARENT MEETING
Pay Your Way
Being a Student
Ambassador is a privilege.
And, much like college,
there is a lot of preparation
needed before you go. For
many delegates this
includes finding ways to pay
their tuition.
Share and brainstorm ideas
for raising money to pay
program tuition.
www.p2ppayyourway.com
VIDEO: “Pay Your Way #1
Before we go ….
•
Success Contract DUE TODAY
•
Health Forms DUE TODAY
– Be Specific
• Allergies
• Food Preferences
• Medications
Phone Tree CONTACT INFO DUE TODAY
– Call-em-all.com instead of a phone
tree
Academic Credit
– Info in blue folder & parent packet
Backpacks & Pins
– Orders in Feb
• Backpacks = $20
• Pins = $3
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Assignments before next meeting:
– 2 passport photos
– Rules of the Road form (student
packet)
– Read Background to P2P (student
packet only)
– Complete Chapters 1-5 of the
online certification
– Complete Government chapter &
History/Government chapter
online
– Civics 101 WS (student packet only)
– Official Visit Ideas
– Project Fair Ideas
(student packet)
Meeting Wrap-up
Thank you for your time!