GEMS Volume 3 | Issue 4
CNH KIWIN’S 32ND DISTRICT OF KEY CLUB INTERNATIONAL DECEMBER 2018
table of contents introduction awards district projects partners in service
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introduction Happy holidays Grizzlies! I hope everyone enjoys a great winter break with their families and friends. Since December is here, that means we have a few district wide events left: Rose Float building, Candidates Training Conference, Awake-A-Thon, and the biggest one of them all... DISTRICT CONVENTION!!! It’s extremely surreal that my last year in KIWIN’S is coming to such an abrupt stop. KIWIN’S has become not only my family, but my life, and I hope everyone feels the same way. 2019 is coming up, and we’re gonna make the first four months the best time of our lives through service, friendship, and fundraising! You guys are an amazing group of individuals and I’m honored to say that I’m a part of KIWIN’S. I can’t wait to see you guys soon! Yours in service, Nina Nguyen CNH KIWIN’S District Governor
AWARDS &
R E C O G N I T I O N
MEMBER/OFFICER OF THE MONTH Presidents of each club submit a member and an officer to their LTG, who will then submit a Google form for their division’s clubs.
FEATURED ARF OF THE MONTH These will be decided by the Bulletin Editor and Awards and Recognition Chair.
CLUB OF THE MONTH These will be decided by the Bulletin Editor and Awards and Recognition Chair.
GEM OF THE MONTH 1. Starting July, each month, the district will recognize one divisional “gem” in alphabetical order (Crystal - July, Diamond - August, etc.) 2. The top 3 who have served the most amount of hours in the past month will become candidates to be voted on. Divisions will vote at the DCM of the previous month (Crystal will vote at June DCM to decide the July Gem), and the majority rules.
GEMS
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T H E
M O N T H
NOVEMBER GEM OF THE MONTH
DECEMBER GEM OF THE MONTH
I was introduced to KIWIN’S through my older sister. I remember in middle school she would always tell me to join KIWIN’S and how much she exprienced from it. I never understood how a volunteer organization could affect someone’s life so much, until I joined KIWIN’S myself. The friendships and exprience I have gained through KIWIN’S events could never be found through anything else. The energy of KIWIN’S is all positive. I truly believe the KIWIN’S is one big OHANA. And I hope I can help others start their KIWIN’S journey by encouring them to go to events.
I have learned throughout my time being in KIWIN'S that you can have fun volunteering. It has made me want to help out others who are in need of it and got me to open up more to people I didn't know.
GINA NGUYEN (JADE)
NICK NGUYEN (JET)
BLANKS O F
T H E
M O N T H
NOVEMBER CLUB OF THE MONTH MIRA MONTE (RUBY)
NOVEMBER MEMBER OF THE MONTH JACQUELINE NGUYEN (JET)
NOVEMBER OFFICER OF THE MONTH ELISE COATNEY (JET)
BLANKS
O F
T H E
M O N T H
DECEMBER CLUB OF THE MONTH FAIRFAX HIGH SCHOOL (CRYSTAL)
DECEMBER MEMBER OF THE MONTH SEAN GUTHRIE (JET)
DECEMBER OFFICER OF THE MONTH TEO NGUYEN (JET)
featured nov ARF TUTU+LEI MAKING SOCIAL // MARINA, JET Tulle, Ribbon, Cut! Friday, October 12th, 2:30 PM, room 132. School got out as usual, but it was just the beginning of a fun afternoon for Marina KIWIN’S! Taking place one day after our very first meeting, our tutus & lei making event attracted many new members! Right after school ended, members flooded into the classroom eager to meet new people and make bracelet leis and tutus for Fall Rally. A station was set up for members to choose the colors of their lei strings while tutu materials were laid out on tables. Most tables were organized into groups where members could sit together and socialize while they created the tutus and weaved leis. Board members gathered fellow members to teach them how to make the tutus or weave the leis. Then, we turned the music up while members worked hard to weave the leis and assemble the tutus. In fact, so many members came and worked so hard that we ran out of tulle for the tutus near the end! Luckily, we had plenty of ribbon to make leis and members found just as much, if not more enjoyment in making them instead while a few board members went out to buy more tulle. Everyone worked dilligently, sang along to songs, and socialized until around 3:45. By then, we had made a handful of leis and around 10 tutus! Members helped clean up the classroom and rearranged the desks back to the set up it was at before. Not only did they help us make awesome Fall Rally merchandise to support the Pediatric Trauma Program, but they also took away lots of happy memories and new friendships! It was a very successful event, and Marina KIWIN’S hopes to have another social soon!
by NATHAN LORANG
featured nov ARF PRO RODEO // GLEN A. WILSON, GOLDSTONE Yeehaw! Immediately upon arriving at the Expo Center, volunteers were surrounded by the friendly and western atmosphere. Shortly after, a Kiwanis volunteer arrived to guide all the volunteers to the Kiwanis booth where they were then divided into groups to help at different stations. Several volunteers stayed at the Kiwanis booth to help Kiwanis members sell pizza and fundraise whereas other volunteers were instructed to distribute raffle tickets to incoming attendees, families, and children. Since we had arrived prior to the opening time, we were able to explore the rodeo on our own and get a taste of the afternoon’s events. Alongside the area, there were various vendors and even the Lions Club selling yummy snacks and drinks, perfect for the hot day soon to follow. We continued at our stations for several hours before being released to hang out, have fun, and enjoy the rodeo and all its delicious food! All in all, it was a great experience for us to give back to our community and even have fun with our friends.
ALSO FROM NOVEMBER: ADOPT A HIGHWAY
by EMMA CHANG
featured dec ARF TREE LIGHTING // FOUNTAIN VALLEY, JET This event was coordinated and hosted by the FV Recreation Center. Volunteers had two shifts to choose from, the morning (9am to 3pm) or the night shift (3pm to 9pm) there were two days of tree lighting. The first day was to help set up the decorations and only board members and a few club members showed up. We cut paper decorations, stuck them one by one on the walls, and brought games out. As well, we took out the decorations and assembled them together on the lawn of the park. The second day however, there were many volunteers. Too many from other clubs as well. We ran the games for the children but because there were so many extra volunteers, many walked around and enjoyed the event and then switched off game shifts. Everyone had an enjoyable night making others and children laugh. There was a problem however with another club. Fountain Valley Key Club became an issue. They also ran games and told one of our members to run their booth while they grab a friend and come back. However, after some time they never came back and the member was forced to stay at the same booth for an hour. The end result of this problem was contact with the volunteer coordinator for the recreation center. Our treasurer had told the coordinator and he made note to not book them again. That was the most memorable moment of the night, besides the free hot chocolate and candy canes. At the end of the night, FV KIWIN’S was the only club remaining still helping. We cut down and placed the game booths into a trailer and picked up trash. No funds were raised in this event but this event impacted the community greatly. Performers were able to gain exposure, the recreational center was able to raise funds by donation and all who participated had a good time.
by MADELYN MOUA
featured dec ARF COOKIES+CARDS FOR FIREFIGHTERS // RANCHO CAMPANA, TURQUOISE It’s no secret that Turquoise Division suffered from some terrible natural disasters in the past couple of months. From chaotic wildfires, poor air quality, cancelled school, and home evacuations, Turquoise has dealt with a lot recently. To make matters even more complicated and worrisome, the recent downpour of rain in SoCal has caused some mud slides and light flooding to add to the dangers facing some Turquoise Turtles. Rancho Campana High School KIWIN’S wanted to give back in one of the best ways they could: passion and service. The Turquoise Turtles of RCHS KIWIN’S put aside their hardship after facing the chaotic natural disasters and joined together to celebrate, honnor, and appreciate the fearless and brave first responders who selflessly put themselves in a position to save lives. The RCHS KIWIN’S had 12 members participate in the event where members helped bake cookies and make cards expressing their endless thanks for their sacrifice and heart. Over 23 hours of service were acquired, and the cookies were baked with joy, and the cards were made with love. The Turquoise Turtles gave thanks to the firefighters in the area who dealt with natural disasters such as the Woolsey Fire. This event was particularly heart-warming for the Turquoise Turtles of Rancho Campana High School KIWIN’S, because it was a matter that struck so close to home both literally and figuratively. As mentioned earlier, the fires were responsible for many days of school cancelled due to poor air quality. In addition to school being cancelled, many spirit nights and divisional events had to be postponed due to low attendance or threat of the fires. Much time was lost for the Turquoise Turtles to learn the cheers of the division. Luckily enough, the passion in the Turtles throughout the division shone brightly through the hardship, and the Turquoise Turtles arrived at Fall Rally South as triumphant and spirited as they could be. This service event will be a memory that the Turquoise Turtles of Rancho Campana KIWIN’S keep with them for a long time. Not only did the fires leave a large impact on the community, but the people of Southern California came together and bonded as a result of the terrible atrocities. The RCHS KIWIN’S were able to bake fun holiday treats, inspire the rest of the community, bond together, and most importantly, the RCHS KIWIN’S were able to gives back to the courageous firefighters who protected the people of SoCal.
by SAMMY FULLMER
THE PEDIATRIC TRAUMA PROGRAM
educate people of children’s safety
Events like Fall Rally North and Fall Rally South are major fundraisers for PTP.
raise money that goes towards hospitals and medical staff
90% of unintentional injuries can be prevented!
prevent children from becoming severely injured or killed due to traumatic, unintentional injuries
minor emphasis:
PTP
promote education and learning develop literary skills improve social skills implement education structures better opportunities in the future
major emphasis:
LIVE 2 LEARN
PARTNERS IN SERVICE Key Club International participates with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals by sponsoring fundraising events. Key Club members also participate in service projects at their local children’s hospital.
Nickelodeon joined the Kiwanis family as a 2013 Vision Partner of Kiwanis International with a focus on its Big Help initiative, which addresses issues in service, education, the environment and health. Learn more about Nickelodeon’s Big Help efforts, the Halo Awards program and Day of Play at pro-social.nick.com or nick.com/thebighelp.
Since 2014, Key Club International has been partnering with the Thirst Project during the Month of March to participate in the "Dirty Little Secret" campaign. In March, and for all of World Water Day with the help of Key Club International, the Thirst Project is telling the world's biggest dirty little secret - 748 Million people on our planet do not have access to safe, clean drinking water.
Since 1994, Key Club International has been Trick-or-Treating for UNICEF and over the years has raised nearly $5 million for iodine deficiency programs worldwide, and HIV and AIDS programs in Kenya and Swaziland. UNICEF helps to provide for children’s needs in more than 150 developing countries through community-based services in primary health care, basic education and safe water and sanitation.
Rustic Pathways has 30 years of experience leading international education and service programs for students, with over 130 programs in 20 countries. Recognizing our shared values, Rustic Pathways partnered with Key Club to provide members with the opportunity to broaden their global perspective while performing meaningful service projects around the world.
For decades, Key Club International has partnered with the March of Dimes to give every baby a healthy start. Key Club members raise thousands of dollars annually through various programs, including collecting change, holding dances and taking part in March of Dimes’ signature event, March for Babies.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Nina Nguyen District Governor (510)230-9693 kiwins.dgov@gmail.com
Cynthia Nguyen Jet Lieutenant Governor (714)722-5521 kiwins.jetltg@gmail.com
Cameron Bernal District Secretary (805)914-4585 kiwins.dsec@gmail.com
Jannette Delacruz Ruby Lieutenant Governor (661)345-8177 kiwins.rubyltg@gmail.com
Tina Pham District Treasurer (714)477-3688 kiwins.dtreas@gmail.com
Juan Perez Sapphire Lieutenant Governor (209)777-8151 kiwins.sapphireltg@gmail.com
Pauline Dang District Bulletin Editor (714)553-6547 kiwins.dbuled@gmail.com
Jessica Naranjo Turquoise Lieutenant Governor (805)815-2549 kiwins.turquoiseltg@gmail.com
Mina Choi Crystal Lieutenant Governor (323)710-1439 kiwins.crystalltg@gmail.com
Jenna Nguyen District Convention Chair (805)302-8342 kiwins.conchair@gmail.com
Diana Baliscao Diamond Lieutenant Governor (562)333-0141 kiwins.diamondltg@gmail.com
Jaime Wu Awards and Recognition Chair (805)402-7966 kiwins.dawardschair@gmail.com
Julianna Pantoja Emerald Lieutenant Governor (619)942-1905 kiwins.emeraldltg@gmail.com
Hanna Garcia Kiwanis Family and Foundations (310)483-1028 kiwins.dkfamchair@gmail.com
Mallie Uyehara Goldstone Lieutenant Governor (626)422-6857 kiwins.goldstoneltg@gmail.com
Allison Ngo Membership Development and Education (714)625-9029 kiwins.memdev@gmail.com
Ryan Saechao Jade Lieutenant Governor (510)480-2026 kiwins.jadeltg@gmail.com
Jackie Camarillo Technology Chair (805)844-3507 kiwins.techchair@gmail.com