Greetings Members,

I hope this message finds you well and enjoying the summer season. As we look forward to exciting events ahead, I want to share reminders regarding our photocircle.

As summer draws to a close, excitement is building for our upcoming events.

Whether you are a long-time participant or joining us for the first time, your enthusiasm and involvement are what make these occasions truly memorable. To ensure everything runs smoothly, please take note of the guidelines and opportunities to contribute, especially as we aim to preserve the highlights of our time together.

We encourage everyone to participate fully and help us capture the memories that make our gatherings special.

One of the ways we celebrate our shared experiences is through photos—snapshots that capture laughter, camaraderie, and the spirit of our community. As we are preparing to gather once more, we invite you to help us document these cherished moments. Your contributions to our photocircle collections not only preserve our stories but also allow future members to look back on the traditions and joy we share.

August is up on us and the National Convention and Learning Academy is approaching fast.

To make the most of this event, we kindly ask everyone to upload their photos to our Photocircle platform. Organizing images not only helps us curate meaningful albums but also ensures that no memory is overlooked. Whether you have just a few photos or a trove of photos, every contribution paints a richer portrait of our community's journey.

To facilitate this process, we have set up an organized system for photo submission. When uploading your images, please be mindful to select the appropriate category or event. This small step will greatly assist in keeping our archives well-ordered and easily accessible for everyone. If you encounter any difficulties or have questions about how to upload or categorize your photos, resources and assistance are readily available.

To ensure a seamless experience, we have introduced clearly labeled circles for each event—such as the 2025 National Convention, 2025 Western Conference, 2025 Circle of Excellence, and 2025 special gatherings like Patriotic Prade celebrations. Each event will have the year in front of the title. Taking a moment to assign your photos to the correct circle will streamline browsing and enable everyone to relive their favorite moments with ease. We rely on your attention to these details to make the photo archives as welcoming and user-friendly as possible.

We also encourage everyone to include a brief description or note with each photo, if possible. Captions can provide valuable context—such as names, locations, or a short reflection—that brings each image to life and helps preserve the memories for those who might not have been present.

For the upcoming National Convention, your proactive involvement is especially valuable. As you capture and upload your images, please feel free to reach out if you have questions about the process—clear instructions and personalized guidance are available to ensure everyone can participate smoothly.

Remember, every picture contributes to a greater narrative. Whether it is a group photo from a main event, a candid moment between friends, or a behind-the-scenes detail, your images will enrich our historical record and strengthen the bonds that tie our community together.

It is a significant help if you can put your pictures in the correct circle and I thank you for this making the webmaster and historians’ job easier when we are looking for pictures.

We encourage everyone to take an active role in making this year’s photo collection truly exceptional. Every picture you share helps deepen our connection as a community and highlights the spirit that makes our gatherings unique. Together, we will ensure that future generations can look back and feel the same sense of pride and belonging that we experience today.

If you are not sure how to place the pictures in a photo circle, please contact me if I have made up a paper on the steps. If you were at the Academy they were in the Historian handouts.