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Frequently Asked
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| What will my son gain from this program?
Each young man has the opportunity to learn the importance of being
of service to others, to accept responsibility, and to develop his own
leadership qualities while having fun and learning by doing in a
values-based environment. |
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| Who can be a member? Any young man
between the ages of 9 and 12 may become a member of The Order of the
Squires of the Round Table, which is part of the Second DeMolay District
of Ohio and DeMolay International. He must only fill out an
application consisting of his name, address, phone number, and parent's
signature to join the Second District Manor. No sponsor is
required. |
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| Who is in charge of the program?
This program is sponsored by the Second DeMolay District of Ohio, whose
Governor appoints a Manor Advisor. That advisor is responsible for
the operation of the Manor. DeMolay chapters are sponsored by
masons. Therefore, most manor activities will take place in a
Masonic Hall or in the residence of the Manor Advisor. In
addition, an active DeMolay member will be appointed "Sir Knight" by the
District Governor to serve as a role model and may assist the Manor
Advisor. |
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| Who may attend Squires meetings?
The Squires meetings are open to Squires members, their family and
friends. There is no requirement for fraternal affiliation.
In fact, Squires membership is an invitation for family involvement and
the Squire is usually accompanied by a parent or guardian to meetings
and activities. |
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| Do these young men have their own
ceremonies? Yes, Squires ceremonies include Meeting Opening,
Closing, Induction and Installation of Officers. These ceremonies
provide an opportunity for the Squires to develop self-confidence and
public speaking ability and serve to reinforce the important values of
the program. The ceremonies emphasize the values of Wisdom,
Truth, and Justice using symbols and terms from the age of
Chivalry and the Knights of the Round Table. The Second District
Manor has six officers; Master Squire, Senior Squire, Junior Squire,
Squire Recorder, Squire Chaplain, Squire Marshal. |
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| What other activities are there?
Our Manor has at least one service project and one "Fun Activity" each
six-month term. These projects may be in conjunction with the
local DeMolay Chapters. Since the Squires are future DeMolays it is
important that they get to know the members of the local DeMolay
Chapters. Squires are covered by insurance under DeMolay
International and can therefore participate in fun activities and
service projects of their local DeMolay Chapter as well. |
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| How much does membership cost?
There is no initiation fee or dues for membership in the Squires.
There may be some expense for outside activities such as swimming,
bowling, or other activities the Manor decides to participate in. |
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