JAGCA Bylaws
How many voting delegates are expected from each state?
2 and 1 alternate
What is the purpose of Parliamentary procedure?
Provide structure to make fair decisions, keep meeting to a timely schedule, and allows each voice to be heard
What year was JAG founded?
Bonus: Where?
1980
Delaware
True or False, JAGCA is a tax exempt 501(c)(3)
True
What are the National Officer titles?
President, President-Elect, Parliamentarian, Secretary
What are the official JAG colors?
What is a motion?
A proposal by one member to take action
What is JAG's graduation rate?
96%
What happens in case of a tie?
Candidates are asked to prepare a 1-minute long speech in preparation
What is the main goal of JAG?
To improve graduation rates
What is the full official name of this association?
Jobs for America's Graduates Career Association (JAGCA)
True or False
To make a motion you must first be recognized by the presiding officer
True
You can stand or raise your hand
How many youth has JAG reached?
Bonus: What is JAG's target yearly reach?
1.7 million
1 million yearly
All state affiliate CA members
What is the JAGCA plan of work?
Activities/Events planned for the year
What does it take for a bylaw to be amended?
2/3 vote from delegate assembly
How do you second a motion?
You must say, "I second it" or "I second the motion"
You do not have to be recognized by the chair
Who founded JAG?
Governor Pete Dupont and Kenneth Smith
How many state speaking events will a national officer be assigned?
two each
What is the meaning of the National Officer Roles?
President: Preside over and conduct all national officer meetings and the annual Business Session held in conjunction with NCDC, serve as a member of the JAGCA Executive Council, make committee appointments, as needed, develop a Plan of Work in collaboration with other JAGCA officers to implement during the year, be available for implementation of the plan of work, promote the JAGCA and offer support to the national officer team
President-Elect: The President-Elect will conduct meetings when the National President is unavailable to serve, and promote JAGCA aligned to the Plan of Work.
Parliamentarian: Ensuring all officer meetings and conferences follow Roberts rules of order while advising the president and advocating for the student voice.
Secretary: The Secretary will take notes of each meeting to keep team members informed, prepare minutes of the annual Business Session in conjunction with the Annual NCDC, and keep the National President informed of team member activities.
What is the main goal of JAGCA?
To serve its members' needs, lift youth voices, and strengthen JAGCA by delivering exceptional services that complement and enhance members’ success in school and on the job, leading to productive and rewarding careers.
True or False
Majority rule applies to Roberts rules of order
True
Who is JAG's CEO?
Janelle Duray
What does it take for an officer to be removed from their position?
If they miss three (3) consecutive monthly reports and two (2) planning meeting calls, or if an officer violates the code of conduct
Who are the current National officers?
President: Austin Small
President-Elect: X'Zaeviun Sims
Parliamentarian: Dair Grubb
Secretary: Shelby Williams