Objectives of the program are:
To foster a positive image of all Italian Americans, to bring together young people with the same heritage and background
To have young Italian Americans become more familiar with their heritage, culture, traditions, and the Italian language; to provide places and events so that youngsters will have the opportunity to meet and socialize with their peers
To provide young adults with the opportunity to discuss current issues that affect their daily lives; to provide help and guidance in college placement, job opportunities, scholarship availability and career availability; to provide service to the community.
Section 1. The ACES Program
Section II. A – Athletic
C – Cultural
E – Educational
S – Social/Service
Section III. Objectives
a. To foster a positive image of all Italian Americans
b. To bring together young people with the same heritage and background
c. To have young Italian Americans become more familiar with their heritage, culture, traditions, and Italian language
d. To provide places and events so that youths will have the opportunity to meet and socialize with their peers
e. To provide youths with the opportunity to discuss current issues that affect their daily lives
f. To provide help and guidance in college placement, job opportunities, scholarship availability and careers
g. To provide service to the community.
ACES Members
a. Boys and girls, 12-17 years of age
b. Italian American (at least one parent must be of Italian American ancestry)
Section 1. The Adult Advisory Council consists of:
Parents
UNICANS (at least two) shall be from parent Chapter
Section II. Function
Supervise financial and fundraising activities
Help the club to prepare and administer a budget
Act as chaperones at functions
Suggest programs and provide speakers
Encourage parents to join the local Chapter
Encourage adults to serve on various committees, e.g., Gym nights, Columbus Day Ceremony and family picnic
Help plan calendar of events
Interact with other ACES members
Apply for grants
Help write articles and letters for public relations
Assist ACES members with organizational and leadership experience
Section 1. The term of office shall be for one year, 7/1-6/30. Officers elected by ACES members at May meeting. The officers shall consist of the following: President
Vice President
Treasurer
Corresponding Secretary
Recording Secretary
Sergeant-at-Arms
Section II. Dues
ACES members – Set by Chapter
National Dues – $0.00
Section 1. All money earned and collected will belong to the ACES to be disbursed based upon a pre-approved budget. Money will be placed in a checking account. Liaison officer (UNICO member) will be responsible for signing checks. The treasurer will keep financial books for the club. Monies must be supervised by the Adult Advisory Council. (Liaison officer)
Section II. The ACES shall be empowered to collect donations under UNICO (local) auspices and make contributions with co-approval of Adult Advisory Council.
Section 1. Requests for all events, programs and trips must be submitted to the parent Chapter of UNICO, in writing, for approval. Liaison officer has the authority to act for the Board of Directors of the parent Chapter.
Section II. Suggested Programs
Gym Night
Sports Events
Chorus
Heritage & Cultural Activities
Participation in UNICO Convention/functions
Local Chapter Responsibilities
The parent Chapter will provide:
Insurance Coverage
Support/physical and moral
Guidance
Money in its budget
Encouragement
UNICO National ACES Members
UNICO National will provide:
Encouragement to all Chapters in developing ACES Members
Publicity in UNICO Publication
A chairperson should be designated for this subcommittee by the Chair of the Youth Committee of UNICO National.