5. Evaluations & Meeting Close

  • The General Evaluator introduces the evaluation portion before introducing the first evaluator and transferring control.
  • The first evaluator gives their evaluation, then transfers control back to the GE.
  • The GE introduces subsequent evaluators with the same process.
  • After the final evaluator is finished, the GE calls for a timer's report, then for a Best Evaluator vote.
  • The GE calls on the WAG to give their report (some clubs have the WAG come to the front, some have them do it from their seat).
  • The GE then gives their meeting report.
    • The Secretary should take notes on reported items for inclusion in an after meeting report.
  • The GE turns over control to the Toastmaster.
  • The Toastmaster takes control, then introduces their final theme element.
  • The Toastmaster calls for any other votes the club performs (most enthusiastic, MVP, etc.).
  • The Toastmaster turns over control to the presiding officer.
  • The presiding officer collects award winners and announces them, handing out ribbons/certificates/etc.
  • The presiding officer works through the meeting closing checklist, including making sure roles have been signed up for next meeting.
  • The presiding officer adjourns the meeting with the gavel.