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CAPITAL KEY
August 2011 Volume 1 | Issue 1
Official Newsletter of Key Club Capital District
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Photo Credit: Lynn Seeden
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Hey guys! Let me start off by introducing myself, I am Pat Mitchell
and I want to also thank all of you that got me to this point by voting
for me as your 2011-2012 Capital District Editor! I hope you all are
enjoying the rest of your summer and gearing up for a new school
year. This is my first edition of the Capital Key Newsletter for my term
and I hope you all benefit from it! If you ever want to contact me,
feel free to check the contact information on page 18. Enjoy!
A few Capital Key Clubbers
enjoying their time and stay in
Phoenix, Arizona for the 2011
International Convention.
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DCON RECAP
In this issue!
Editor’s Message….....…...1
DCON Recap………..……2
Governor’s Message…....3
Division 9 Spotlight…...…..4
District Project.………........5
Treasurer’s Message...…...6
Fall Rally Promo……..….....7
Kiwanis Key Leader…..…..8
Trustee Message…….……9
Governor’s Project…..…10
Youth Opp. Fund…......…11
Division 14 Highlights....... 12
Secretary’s Message...…13
Major Emphasis………….14
ICON Recap………......…15
Awards/Recognition...…16
More Pictures…………….17
Contact Info/Extra…...…18
District Convention, more commonly referred to as “DCON”,
is always the highlight of the Key Club year. And this year’s
Capital District Convention was no exception. It brought
together Key Clubbers from all across our District, spanning
from Virginia to Maryland to Delaware, and gave them a
chance to forge lasting relationships and to gain new ideas
for their home Key Club and service endeavors. Held at the
Crystal City Hyatt, the second Capital District Convention
was a complete success. With a sports-related theme of
“Serve It Up”, over 900 Key Clubbers attended this 2011 year.
From workshops to guest speakers, and even an outstanding
dance to benefit the newly introduced Eliminate Project,
Key Clubbers were always doing something exciting. The
Service Fair allowed Key Clubbers to share their favorite
ideas and projects from their school and swap with other
schools in return.
The key note speaker, Craig Melvin, a news anchor and past
Key Clubber, also motivated many as he told of his own
experiences in the Kiwanis family! DCON was also the time
for district officer elections and inductions. It was a week full
of fun, creativity, laughing, and of course, service. Attending
DCON was an amazing experience for all and we hope to
see everyone this upcoming year as we celebrate another
great year in Capital District Key Club.
SAVE THE DATE! DCON 2012, March 9-11
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Capital District Board 2010-2011
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IP Editor Rebecca & Governor Caroline
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To start, I want to introduce myself to the entire district. My name is Caroline Morris and I will be
the Governor of the Capital District for the upcoming 2011-2012 school year. I am a rising senior
at James Monroe High School in Virginia. In my free time I enjoy running track and cross country,
swimming, travelling, and trying new foods.
This summer I have travelled around the United States from Phoenix, Arizona where International
Convention was held and I spent a phenomenal week with 2,000 other key clubbers. This was
an unimaginable experience that I recommend to everyone; join me next year in Orlando
Florida for International Convention 2012. Next, I was off to Indianapolis, Indiana where I met our
new international trustee, Kayla Lash. I am confident that she will be an incredible and
productive addition to the Capital District Key Club family and I cannot wait to see what this
year will include with her by our side.
An event that I have been anticipating for months is the annual Fall Rally at Kings Dominion in
Doswell, Virginia on October 22, 2011. This is a day that combines fun and service while meeting
new people from all around the Capital District. I am looking forward to this event and I hope to
see all of you there! In the upcoming months I will be sending out a newsletter called the Key
Club Bulletin, in it I will include project ideas, event dates, and many other useful tips to help
build your key clubs. I hope that I can serve all of you to the best of my ability and I look forward
to a fantastic year of service from the Capital District. Keep up all of your hard work!
Caroline Morris
Capital District Key Club Governor
GOVERNOR’S MESSAGE
As the school year begins there are many things that we all have to look forward to. The Capital
District has many wonderful events planned for the 2011-2012 school year to be excited for and
I personally cannot wait to see all of the enthusiastic Capital Key Club Crabs participate. This
year I plan on increasing membership throughout the district, as well as having more
participation and better attendance at all of our district events throughout the entire year. I
also wish to travel around the district and get to know each one of you, if you are having an
event or service project please extend an invitation to your divisional lieutenant governor and
they will in turn hopefully invite me and I can join in on the fun and service.
Governor Caroline & Outgoing International President
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Winter Social………….......3
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Hello Capital District Key Clubbers!
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DIVISION 9 SPOTLIGHT
Just because it is summer break, doesn't mean Division 9 takes a break from Key Club! Clubs in Division 9 have been holding Alex's Lemonade Stands, a foundation started by a little girl named Alex Scott, to raise money to find a cure for children with cancer. Francis Scott Key's Key Club held a Lemonade Stand on June 11th. After President Josie Grant got in contact with the foundation, she told her club, "I received a box from Alex's Lemonade Stand with some awesome signs, bracelets, info packets, and coupons". Their lemonade stand was successful, raising $95.22.
Linganore High School also held a Lemonade Stand on July 24th. Over ten members gathered outside a local grocery store in the 95 degree heat with the determination to make a difference. President, Alex Richardson, explained that he heard about Alex's Lemonade Stand at Key Leader. Linganore asked for donations, and had no set price for the lemonade. Linganore raised an outstanding $334. Club member, Kyle Healy, explained, "My favorite part was seeing people want to donate and want to help, even if they didn't want lemonade" Key Clubbers were amazed by the donations they received. Some people donated $20 for a plastic cup filled with ice cold lemonade, as well as the pride of knowing that they can help end childhood cancer. One family stopped by at the lemonade stand, and explained how they held a lemonade stand and raised $820 in memory of McKenzie Stuck, a 13 year old local girl who passed away from Brain Cancer in October.
Other clubs in Division 9 are planning to hold an Alex's Lemonade Stand, including Walkersville High School which will hold a lemonade stand at their school's football game in the fall. Little things can make a difference, what will you do? Visit http://www.alexslemonade.org/ for more information, and plan your own lemonade stand!
DISTRICT PROJECT
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This year the Capital District is tackling maternal and neonatal tetanus as our
District Project. The Eliminate Project is the Kiwanis elimination of maternal and
neonatal tetanus (MNT), a terrible, destructive disease. MNT occurs during
childbirth when unskilled birth attendants cut the umbilical cord with an unclean
blade. The soil on the blade and surrounding areas are full of tetanus spores which in
turn infect the cord. Tetanus spreads throughout the newborn’s body and leads to
painful convulsions, spasms, extreme sensitivity to light and touch, and difficulty
breathing leading to death. Mothers and their babies suffer immensely from maternal
and neonatal tetanus, as it causes not only pain for the baby, but pain for everyone
watching. A mother cannot even touch her newborn baby the few days they are alive
due to their extreme sensitivity to light and touch. One touch from the mother would
cause the baby tremendous pain preventing the mother from comforting her baby
through their time of pain. This pain and suffering is completely preventable. One
baby dies every 9 minutes from tetanus which totals to an average of 160 deaths a
day. It takes only 3 doses of the tetanus vaccine to immunize the mother and her
future babies from tetanus. Once a mother is vaccinated all her future children will
be protected from the killer disease. It only cost $1.80 to protect the mother and her
babies, $1.80 to save multiple people from suffering. In order for the Eliminate
Project to succeed, the Kiwanis family has partnered with UNICEF to raise 110
million dollars by 2015. This money will provide vaccines, syringes, safe transport,
storage, education, and lots of training.
This year, being the first, should be focused on the education of members and
people within the community. Allow everyone to understand how hard tetanus is on
families in harsh living conditions. Begin to plan fundraisers, and broaden support
from your club and community. There is a lot we as a family can do to save so many
innocent babies lives. With the Eliminate Project, we will save 61 million mothers
and babies. The Kiwanis family eliminated iodine deficiency disorder, a preventable
disease in 1994, and we can do it again in 2015 with Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus.
This is our chance to change the world! Let's save the valuable connection between a
mother and her baby!
For more information, ideas, and updates on the Eliminate
Project you can visit: www.EliminateProject.org
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TREASURER’S MESSAGE
Greetings Capital Key Clubbers! My name is Richard Gallo and I am your District Treasurer for this
year. I had the opportunity to meet a lot of you at DCON and hope to see a lot of familiar faces
as well as new ones at upcoming events. I am always up for a good conversation so please do
not hesitate to talk to me at an event, or even email or call if you need anything at all. I am so
excited for the year ahead of us, and have been keeping myself busy thus far.
This summer, I have been all over the country for different events, but most importantly –
International Convention. That was an unforgettable experience and I hope to see you all there
next year. When I wasn’t travelling, I was at home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware working at
Funland (an amusement park on the boardwalk) and Nike Factory Store in the outlets. I know
I’ve been keeping myself busy as well with community service. My favorite one this summer
would have to be “Bike to the Beach.” Bikers come all the way from DC to Dewey Beach and
there’s a huge celebration at the end. I manned the dunk booth, and even got to go in it. It was
a lot of fun and although it was free at this event, it could be a huge money maker for any event
considering the interest. It was from Grand Rental Station, and a fun time, especially for the
bikers who were exhausted!
Being treasurer, my duties don’t really keep me as busy until the school year starts and due
collection begins. However, I have been making newsletters for the board – Treasurers’ Troves –
and have been asking them to share with you guys. I hope you have had the opportunity to
read it and share my experiences. Also, lieutenant governors have been planning their DCMs
and have had to get reimbursed for the materials used at these events so I’ve been keeping
track of that as well. So what do you have to look forward to this year? Treasurers’ Tips – an
exclusive newsletter for treasurers starting in August! Due collection – remember if you want to be
recognized at DCON and make things easier on your club, early bird dues are due on or before
November 1st.
Can’t wait for the year ahead of us,
Your Capital District Treasurer,
Richard Gallo
Email: [email protected]
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If you are looking to ride roller coasters, do an awesome service project, kick off Halloween with a bang, meet new friends, or reunite with old friends then Fall Rally is the place to be. Join Capital District Key Club for a screaming good time at King’s Dominion on October 22nd. Come with your Key Club, your friends at school, or your family! This event is not limited to Key Clubbers. We will begin the day with a rally and service project, followed by lunch in one of the park’s group pavilions. During this time each attendee will receive a Fall Rally t-shirt that is included in the ticket price and have the opportunity to meet Key Clubbers from other divisions. After lunch the day is free for exploring the park with friends and riding rides!
If you are interested in attending Fall Rally, contact your Lieutenant Governor about registration forms or visit our Facebook page ‘Capital District Key Club Fall Rally’. If you have additional questions, comments, or concerns please contact Carter Black, Lieutenant Governor for Division 19! Here is her email: [email protected]. Check out the Fall Rally Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=184318188284661.
FALL RALLY PROMOTION
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ATTENTION 2011 KEY LEADER ATTENDEES! Did you attend one of the two Spring 2011 Key Leader weekends with the inspirational Jane Erickson? If yes, are you also attending our reunion follow-up event on Monday, August 22, in Northern Virginia? We hope to see you there! Come and leave your handprint on another meaningful event. We will refresh on Key Leader values as well as our own. Here are the details: Monday, August 22, 10AM-3PM, at Pinecrest School, 7209 Quiet Cove, Annandale, VA 22003. If you are attending, please email Ms. McDermott to let her know at [email protected] or leave a note on the Capital District Key Leader Facebook page. We are excited and hope as many students who attended the 2011 events can be part of this special event on Monday, August 22. Please RSVP as soon as possible so we can plan for materials and supplies.
SAVE THE DATES Key Leader is Kiwanis' weekend leadership education program for high school students. The weekend focuses on service leadership and five principles: excellence, integrity, growth, respect, and community. In 2012, the Capital District will have three Key Leader weekends - make plans now to be there for one of them. It is an unforgettable experience that will help you grow as a leader and a human being!
2012 Key Leader Weekends: April 27-29, 2012 - Arlington Echo in Millersville, MD May 18-20, 2012 - Jamestown 4-H in Williamsburg, VA
November 9-11, 2012 - Northern Virginia 4-H in Front Royal, VA
KIWANIS KEY LEADER
Hey everyone! My name is Kayla Lash and I am your International Trustee for the 2011-
2012 year! I am looking forward to a year of leadership, fun, and service. Key Club is an
organization that enriches its members, and more people need to experience that. Being in
Key Club changed my life. It made me a leader when I never thought I could be. It brought
out my voice when I was quiet. I want others to have the life-changing experience that is
Key Club, so that is what this year is dedicated to.
My two main goals are to generate involvement and to increase membership. By
using Key Leader to attract new members, chartering K-Kids and Builders Clubs, and
connecting with Key Club Alumni, I hope to attract more people to our organization. By
creating scholarships, installing the Key Club Commonplace, and providing fundraising
updates on ELIMINATE, I hope to inspire those members to do more to change their world
and to grow as individuals. If you any questions for me, please email me at
[email protected]. I look forward to hearing from you!
Yours in Service,
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TRUSTEE MESSAGE
My Contact Information!
Kayla Lash
Key Club International Trustee Email: [email protected]
Capital District’s 2011-2012 International Trustee
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GOVERNOR’S PROJECT
The American Red Cross is an emergency
respond organization that has responded to many
natural disasters, in addition to international relief,
community service to benefit those in need, support for
the military, collection and distribution of blood, and
the education of health and safety programs. With
support of dedicated citizens, the American Red Cross
makes a difference in countless lives at home and across
the world. You can make a difference in someone’s life
by supporting the Red Cross. Capital District Key Club’s
Governor, Caroline Morris, has chosen the American
Red Cross as the Governor’s Project for the 2011-2012
Key Club Year.
Anyone can make a difference with the
American Red Cross, through a variety of service
projects. Let your creativity shine and have fun while
helping to make the world a better place! Hold a blood
drive at your school or community, and team up with
your local Kiwanis club or other clubs in your school for
support. Have a drive to collect supplies to help with
international relief, or any of the other disaster relief
efforts. Your club could even do something as simple as
collect money to help benefit the American Red Cross.
There are many ways to make this possible, even having
each homeroom or class collect the most change.
Remember; every penny counts. Some clubs might prefer
to volunteer at their local Red Cross chapter. With
about thirty American Red Cross chapters in the Capital
District, there is bound to be one near your school! If
you don’t have one close to your school, you can collect
supplies and money and mail donations to the nearest
chapter.
For more information, you can visit the
American Red Cross’s website at www.redcross.org, or
call 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767). Remember,
anyone can make a difference, so why not start today?
YOUTH OPPORTUNTIES FUND
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The Youth Opportunities Fund is an endowed fund from Key Club International that provides grants to both
Key Clubs and Key Club members for service opportunities. The fund supports multiple projects each year, with grants
ranging from $100 to a solid $2,000. It also provides academic scholarships for students pursuing a higher education.
Where does this funding come from, you might ask? A portion of our dues, as well as earnings from the purchase of G.
Harold Martin Fellowships compose the majority of money that the Fund receives and donates.
In terms of effort and support, a little goes a long way. Not too long ago, Cy-Fair High School Key Clubbers
from Cypress, Texas requested a grant from the Youth Opportunities Fund in order to carry out a Care Tapes for Tots
Reading Program for elementary schools in their area. Using a $550 grant provided by the Youth Opportunities Fund,
Cy-Fair High School Key Clubbers bought, read, and recorded several books onto cassette tapes, which were then
bagged and delivered to the libraries of their local elementary schools. Elsewhere, in Brockton, Massachusetts,
Brockton High School Key Clubbers used their $2,000 grant to purchase playground equipment for their local
elementary school. In addition to doing their own long-term fundraising, Key Clubbers worked hard to get corporate
sponsors for their project.
So, exactly how big is Key Club International? I’ve got one answer for you -- bigger than you’ll ever imagine.
The Youth Opportunities Fund allows Key Clubbers to take action and assists clubs in implementing far reaching
service projects. Take a second look at your environment: your home, your school, and your community. What
problems need to be addressed? And more importantly, how can you help? In order to qualify for a YOF grant,
interested Key Clubs and Key Clubbers must fill out a two page application and submit it to Key Club International by
October 15th. The application is available on http://keyclub.org/ under ‘Resources.’ If you’ve got a plan, Key Club
International would love to hear it!
On Sunday June 5, 2011, a group of Key Clubbers from
North County High School painted the shed for Dr.
Wegner, a teacher at the school. A few months earlier,
her husband had committed suicide in the shed. She had
been unable to look at it or go anywhere near the shed
since that time and she wanted the shed re-painted; to
help hide the memory of that tragic day. Around ten Key
Club members re-painted the shed, and also did some
light yard work such as planting a garden for Dr.
Wegner. The project was completely organized by one
Key Club member named Tristan Adams, a student of
Dr. Wegner, who was touched by her teaching and
compassion for students and wanted to help her
overcome this tragedy. This is one of the most successful
and heartwarming projects this club has ever done.
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A couple weekends ago on Saturday July 23 and Sunday
July 24, North County High School held a face
painting/balloon animal fundraiser at Arundel Mills Mall
in Hanover, MD. These Key Clubbers painted a
multitude of different designs for the kids, while others
made balloon animals as the kids waited in line. The
entire event was provided free of charge, and the club
only accepted donations. Five Key Club members
volunteered over 20 hours of service that weekend and
raised nearly 300 dollars for their club. It was one of the
most thriving fundraisers ever and it will definitely be one
to do again in the future.
Shed Painting
Face Painting Fundraiser
DIVISION 14 HIGHLIGHTS
SECRETARY’S MESSAGE
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Hey there Capital District Key Clubbers!
Can you believe this summer is almost over?
Sorry for reminding those of you (myself
included, I must admit) who are simply trying
to relax as much as possible over this well-
deserved break, but last weekend when I
reflected back, it was shocking to realize how
fast time is passing us by. Of course that
would include, staying active in our service as
Key Clubbers. Being in Key Club is a privilege
that doesn’t have an expiration date... So let
us all seize this privilege and take an extra
step this summer, because school may end
but service never stops.
Ever since my inauguration as secretary for
the Capital District, I’ve grown to know Key
Club on a whole new level. I’ve come to
realize that Key Club is so much more than
just a volunteering organization; it is a strong
supporting system that gives us opportunities
to pursue our passion and distinguish ourselves
as the community leaders of tomorrow. I
encourage everyone to explore deeper into
the rich resources of Key Club, which can be
as simple as chatting up your club leaders or
division Lieutenant governors. Take
advantage of the great gamut of activities
offered and if you have an idea, make sure to
speak-up! Your creativity and passion are
what keep Key Club strong and your fellows
are always waiting to hear you out.
To start off the year with a bang, please look
out for information regarding the Fall Rally, an
exciting event that will be held on October
22nd at King’s Dominion, VA! Don’t hesitate to
bring your friends because the Fall Rally is
probably one of the best ways to introduce
Key Club to them. Service can really bring
people together to form special bonds, the
instant recipe for new friends! Got an idea
too big to carry out alone? Make it a
collaborative effort with another club. The
key to success often lies in team work and
communication, so step out of your comfort
zone and explore.
As your Capital District Secretary, my job is to
ensure smooth communication and
information relay. So if you ever find yourself
having a Key Club related question, don’t
hesitate to contact me, and I’ll try my best to
help. Together we can make this new Key
Club year even better!
Chacha Wang
Capital District Secretary
MAJOR EMPHASIS
Key Club. Key Club is building their future by focusing on more than just education but
the overall good of youth around the world. Key Club began with the main purpose of
providing students with a vocational guidance program, which soon expanded into an
organization that serves homes, schools, and communities. In 1946, Key Club International
challenged all Key Clubs and members to focus energies on making an international impact.
This goal is still upheld today through the Major Emphasis program: “Children: Their Future, Our
Focus.” Each club has the flexibility to choose their own service projects because every
community and school has a different area in which they need to focus on, but they are all
asked to raise funds for the three Key Club International service partners: Children’s Miracle
Network, March of Dimes, and UNICEF. The Children’s Miracle Network raises money to benefit
hospitalized kids while increasing awareness of its member hospitals. March of Dimes improves
the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. UNICEF
is dedicated to children, works to assist in children’s needs through community based services
in primary health care, basic education, and safe water and sanitation. Key Clubs can get
involved by participating in “Trick of Treat for UNICEF,” or doing a similar program in May for
March of Dimes/ March for Babies. Key Clubs can also branch off and host events to raise
money for CMN at their local children’s hospital and allow patients to be a part of the event.
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Have fun with the projects and interacting
with the children and keep in mind
“Children: Their Future, Our Focus.”
There are more service project and
fundraising ideas at:
http://keyclub.org/Libraries/Service/Guide_Key
Club_Service_Directory_-_Complete.sflb.ashx.
ICON RECAP
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For many of us, the trip started out excruciatingly early on
Monday with an arrival at the airport at 5:30 a.m. After some sleep on
the airplane, we landed in Phoenix and hopped into a van that took us
to the Desert Ridge Resort. The next morning, the Capital Crabs
journeyed to the Grand Canyon and it was breathtaking! The drive back
was filled with creative chants and cheers for our district to use at the
opening session, e.g., “these, right here, are my crabs; all the districts
hate on them daily…” A stop in Sedona for some dinner and shopping
concluded the day.
Wednesday was another relaxing day, most of which was spent
at the pool again. In the afternoon, all districts registered before Capital
went to the Hard Rock Café for dinner with the West Virginia district. The
convention started upon our return to the hotel with a “meet and greet”
session for Key Clubbers to mingle and get to know each other. Capital
walked around and sold glow bracelets to support the Eliminate project,
raising a few hundred dollars in just one night!
The opening session welcomed everyone to convention and
included keynote speaker Eric Saperston and his inspiring story of his
journey across. Following the session was caucusing for candidates
seeking positions for International offices. Our very own Alan Wang,
running for International Trustee, rocked the caucus! That evening, Key
Clubbers set out on the Eliminate Project Charity Walk to raise money
and awareness as we raised over $15,000! It was a beach party at the
Surf’s Up dance that night as everyone danced the night away.
Friday morning included tons of educational, fun workshops. The
Capital Crabs represented the Eliminate Project and sold more bracelets
while spreading the word about the best district project around at the
Service Fair! Another round of caucusing came next. Capital was very
well represented at the recognition session that night, with 8 outstanding
Lieutenant Governor awards and immediate-past governor Rachel
Slotter’s distinguished governor award. Minds were blown at the end of
the session with the extraordinary tricks of entertainer Craig Karges.
On Saturday was the House of Delegates; we voted, debated,
discussed and found out some of our new International officers: Annie
Lewandowski was elected President and Catt Lovins Vice President. The
rest of the board was announced at the closing session later that night.
Perhaps the most suspenseful moment of the whole convention
occurred when Alan Wang was called as an International Trustee!
Convention wrapped up with the rowdy cowboy dance that stretched
into the night. Not only were the Key Club activities fun, but so were the
people! Most of all, the friendships that were formed bonded our district
into a family. To all the Capital Crabs…I throw my claws up in the air
sometimes, saying ayyy-oh, we’re CAPITAL!
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AWARDS/RECOGNITION
Robert F Lucas Distinguished Lt. Governor Award Winners!
The Capital District would like to
congratulate Immediate Past Governor
Rachel Slotter as she was recognized as
a “Distinguished Governor” at this year’s
International Convention!
Here’s a special congratulations to all the Robert F Lucas Distinguished
Lieutenant Governor Award Winners in Capital District!
Nicole Tardif Division 20C Eunice Ko Division 20B
Carter Black Division 19 Shelby Smith Division 22
Caroline Morris Division 10B Kun Leng Division 12
Katie Fitzgerald Division 9 Danielle Tassara Division 23
The Capital District would also like to congratulate and
recognize a past Capital District Lieutenant Governor,
Alan Wang, as he was elected an International Trustee
for the 2011-2012 Key Club year. Good Luck Alan!!
Special shoutout to Middlesex High School, Division 4B and Varina High School, Division 4C for being recognized as Distinguished Clubs, Diamond Level at ICON! Along with that, congratulations to Osbourn High School, Division 10A for raising a substantial amount of money for March of Dimes!
International Trustee Alan Wang
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Immediate Past Governor Rachel Slotter
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Capital Executive Board
Contact Information
Caroline Morris District Governor [email protected] Richard Gallo District Treasurer [email protected] Chacha Wang District Secretary
[email protected] Patrick Mitchell District Editor [email protected]
Joe Stankus District Administrator [email protected] Nicole McDermott Assistant Administrator [email protected]
As we are gearing up for a new school year, your job is
to help promote Key Club! By designing flyers, posters, or
even videos to recruit new members you can help
spread the words about joining Key Club in your area!
Remember to always following the Graphic Standards
available on the Key Club website. Don’t forget to have
fun with your newsletters & such, it is all about enjoying
and expressing your creativity! – Your Editor: Pat Mitchell
A Message from your District Webmaster!
Hello Capital District!
My name is Gabby Cirigliano and I will be serving
as your District Webmaster for the 2011-2012 school year.
I am a rising senior at Battlefield High School in
Haymarket, VA and in addition to Key Club, I also enjoy
playing field hockey.
A new Capital District website is currently under
construction. As District Webmaster, one of my main
goals is to create a website that will serve as an
informative tool for all clubs in the Capital District. The
website will contain information about upcoming events,
highlight different clubs in our district, and will be a go-to
for all other important information. Please feel free to
contact me at [email protected]
and send stories and photos from your club events so
others can see how you are supporting your community.
I’m looking forward to hearing from you!
Gabby Cirigliano
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