Helpful Tips For Your Next Degrees Night

Here are a few ideas for your next Degrees Night:

Call the Candidates the day before the Initiation
All potential candidates should definitely be called by the night before the Initiation. During the call, remind them of the Initiation, what to wear, and that their parents can attend. Make sure they have transportation.

Have an Orientation Program for candidates and parents
The candidates and parents should arrive about thirty minutes before the degree is scheduled to begin. Have an experienced Advisor or older member talk with the candidates and parents to explain what will happen during the Initiation and give them some information about the organization they are joining. To order an orientation packet, go to our Supply Order Form.

Start on time!

Make sure the ritual is first class!
All ritual performed during the degrees should be done from memory and the performer should be dressed well. Don't settle for less! You owe it to the candidates!

Do something fun and exciting soon after the Initiation
It is important to do something that is fun after the Initiation. If not on the night of the degree, sometime soon after. Manteca Chapter had a "road rally" the day after a Tuesday night degree. Santa Rosa Chapter had a dance after a Saturday degrees day.