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Division 25 East | Region 7 | CNH District
Koala-ty Times Volume 4 | Issue 2
June 2013
Photo: Alan O’Hara
Key Clubbers demonstrate teamwork during the April DCM. *Please be green and do not print this newsletter! *
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Opening Page
Table of Contents In this Issue: Opening Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 01 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 02 Division News Editor Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 03 Lt. Governor Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04 Club News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06 * Los Angeles Marathon * Beckford Family Fun Day Division News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08 * WorlfdFest * Relay for Life * Lt. G Banquet * May DCM District News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 * Project ELIMINATE * ICON 2013 From one Koala to the next... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Koala of the Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18 Club of the Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Get To Know Your... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Divisional Board Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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Kennedy Monroe Northridge Academy Van Nuys
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A quick message from your 2013 - 2014
Division News Editor Hello once again my fellow Koalas! This month has been full of AP testing, final projects, and more! I genuinely hope the last couple weeks of school have been great for all of you, especially the seniors out there. Thank you to all who have sent in articles and visuals for this month! Also, a big thank you to those who continually participate in the monthly surveys. This newsletter could not be filled without YOU.
Contact Information: email:
d25e.cnhkc.dne@gmail.com
I still encourage many of you to continually take part in the process of this newsletter. Don’t be afraid to send anything to me! You can take this opportunity to practice your writing skills or even just to express your dying love for Key Club. The more articles, the merrier! To all who are reading: if you’ve got a special farewell message you would like to dedicate to any Senior or retired officer, send it in to me through email or Facebook message by SATURDAY, JUNE 8TH at 6 PM. Feel free to also send me any pictures you would like added to your “grad ad”! Your messages will be featured in a special farewell edition. Marjerrie Masicat
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as! This is Andrew Chang, your Lieutenant Governor of the 2013-2014 term. Even though serving r for only less than two months, I have seen so much growth from our division and cannot be more Club members put in to bring positive changes to our home, school, and community.
ly. Family means no one gets left behind.” As members of this Key Club ohana, Division 25 East re value of inclusiveness. Effective communications and collaborative efforts are KEY to ensure ast month, with the use of modern electronic communication devices, officers within Division 25 ully communicated with one another as evidenced by the 100% completion rate for paperwork in l. Keep up the good work, Division 25 East Key Club officers! Amongst the members, I have seen nt of leadership skills for many members. During service projects this past month, I observed the o collaborate with others, a crucial component of effective leadership, from many of our members. e, as the Lieutenant Governor, I hope to implement more service projects so all members within our ay successful develop more leadership skills.
Originally consisting of only six schools, Division 25 East will now be officially a division of seven Northridge Academy Key Club has joined the Division 25 East family as its newest member since een officially chartered on April 18th, 2013. With influence now reaching so many schools, Division t Key Club will undoubtedly cast a greater impact by educating more high school students the joy of and fostering students’ care for their community.
munity: As servant leaders transforming communities worldwide, Division 25 East Key Club members continued to serve our global community. Over the past, many clubs within the division have d funds for the Pediatric Trauma Program. In addition, many clubs have initiated service projects in ment with Key Club’s Major Emphasis Project. Through these fundraisers and service projects, our bers gained a more thorough understanding of our Major Emphasis “Children: Their Future, Our s.”
e Lieutenant Governor, I want to encourage all of you to continue the effort you put in to improve community. Your passion for service and dedication towards this organization will be rewarded with DEN experiences and BEEutiful memories.
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Club News
Photo: Isabel Evangelista
1 1. President Jeymz Hipolito fills up water cups while other Key Clubbers lay out empty cups to fill. 2. The stacks of water cups Kennedy volunteers handed out to the runners. 3. Key Club Member Jesse Gonzaga lays out more empty water cups to be filled later.
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Beckford Family Fun Day Coddy Ramos | Granada Hills Charter HS
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pring was just around the corner, which means a lot of the family festivals were closely approaching. A “ fun day “ that is held annually at Beckford Elementary School at which families wait for the entire year. Bright and early in the morning, many members of GHCHS Key Club were ready to face a thrilling afternoon of service and smiles, while also switching shifts and running the booths. Many families were pleased to see that although we were just teens, we were still able to come out and enjoy in the festivity through our service. Plenty of games such as Plinko, Golf, Under the Sea, and more allowed not only the members to enjoy their time but also be enlightened by the numerous glorifying faces of all the children who attended. This jam packed day was not only about having fun but also showing the members that we are helping the community one step at a time.
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Los Angeles Marathon
Isabel Evangelista | John F. Kennedy HS
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he Los Angeles Marathon is an inspiring event that is held annually. This year, Kennedy Key Clubbers volunteered by cheering on runners and passing out water at the Hollywood and Highland 11th mile mark. Our dedicated Key Clubbers were willing to wake up at 4:00 AM to arrive and help set up by stacking cups of water and Gatorade. Around 7:30 AM, our first out of many participants appeared. Though most of the volunteers were preparing for the horde of runners to appear, Kennedy Key Club gladly rooted and supported the first few runners of the day with audacity and spirit. As the elite runners passed, everyone cheered in awe at the speed they had. And a couple of minutes later, the horde arrived. All of us were prepared with two or three cups at hand, encouraging runners to keep going. We were thanked with many smiles and words of appreciation. Overall, it was a very fun and successful event.
4. Eric Kim gains the attention of children and parents to come participate at his booth by waving his hands back and forth. 5. Key Clubber Gloria Lee guiding the children on the direction for the guess how many booth. 6. Timothy Sun helps this little girl shoot one of the balls into the many jars.
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When:
Where:
Sunday, May 19th, 2013 @ 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Woodley Park near Lake Balboa
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The WorldFest 2013 Earth Day Festival will be held at the beautiful outdoor setting of Woodley Park in Lake Balboa, CA. We welcome our attendees to a magnificent day filled w entertainment, education and enlightenment. The combination of great music, empoweri speakers, environmental, humanitarian and animal welfare non-profits, kids’ activities and a delicious food court make for an earth-friendly experience that is sure to be inspiring and enjoyable for all.
When: Saturday, June 8th, 2013 Time: 9AM - 9PM Where: Cleveland High Sch 8140 Vanalden Aven Reseda, CA, 91335 Why: Walk to celebrate su remember those wh lost the battle to can and fight back again disease
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Valley Family Festival Hosted by Kiwanis Club of Northridge Kick off the end of the school year by helping the Kiwanis Club of Northridge set-up canopies, run multiple carnival booths, and more at this annual event. This is also a great opportunity to help inform the community about what Key Club is. Feel free to enjoy this Free Admission festival with carnival rides, bouncers, food trucks, and some live entertainment as well! Also visit the free Health Fair and Expo provided!
When: May 31st - June 2nd, 2013 Where: Northridge Recreation Center 18300 Lemarsh Street Northridge, CA,91325
Contact the Kiwanis Club of Northridge for more details and to help out.
FRIDAY: 6PM - 10PM SATURDAY: 10AM - 10PM* SUNDAY: 12PM - 6PM *Our fellow Kiwanians may need help setting up from 10AM to 12PM.
What is it? At Relay For Life events, communities across the globe come together to honor cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost, and fight back against a disease that has already taken too much. The funds you raise truly make a difference in the fight against cancer – just ask one of the nearly 14 million cancer survivors who will celebrate another birthday this year!
Why fundraise?
Every year, the Relay For Life movement raises more than $400 million. The American Cancer Society puts these donations to work, investing in groundbreaking research in every type of cancer and providing free information and services to cancer patients and their caregivers. We’re fighting for every birthday threatened by every cancer, in your community and everyone else’s.
e advised to also sign up online at http://tinyurl.com/d25erelay. ur team “Division 25 East Key Club”!
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Celebrate the end of the school year with your themed Lt. G Banquet! Take this as a KOALA-ty know the 2013-2014 club officers, executive bo from our division. Filled with farewell addresse entertainment, food, and our annual auction fo be a great start to your summer.
Did you know? The word koala is aboriginal for “no drink.� Koalas get the water they need from their food.
WHEN: June 22, 2013 @ 3PM - 9 WHERE: Van Nuys Elks Lodge
14440 Friar Street Van Nuys, CA, 91401
***Attendees do not have to dress in Disney costumes.
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of Division 25 East’s rapidly approaching Lt. G Banquet! The talent show will perform and express yourself in front of all your fellow Key Clubbers! If you ming, then fill out the online Google form (http://tinyurl.com/d25ebanquet) ct. Hope to see all of you at the banquet!
D25E T-Shirts On Sale! Didn’t get the chance to purchase our divisional shirt at the beginning of the year? Well here’s your chance to purchase one! Wear around this super koala-ty shirt and be the coolest kid around. Buy one for your mom, your dad, you siblings, or even your cat! How much is it you ask? It’s only $15! WOW, such a good price. I’d definitely buy one. *Keep in mind that the ONLY two sizes available for purchase are medium (M) and large (L). Please contact Andrew Chang at d25e.cnhkc.ltg@gmail.com for any inquiries about the divisional shirt!
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CONGRATULATIO During this past month, seniors were honored with a special “Graduation” themed DCM. Full of superlatives, speeches, and special guests, this DCM has surely given the seniors the last hurrah they all deserved. But it didn’t stop there! All who attended were given the opportunity to pie their BEEutiful seniors for $1 a pie and all proceeds were given to PTP.
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What is the ELIMINATE Project? With The Eliminate Project, Kiwanis International and UNICEF have joined forces to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus. This deadly disease steals the lives of nearly 60,000 innocent babies and a significant number of women each year. The effects of the disease are excruciating — tiny newborns suffer repeated, painful convulsions and extreme sensitivity to light and touch. To eliminate MNT from the Earth, more than 100 million mothers and their future babies must be immunized. This requires vaccines, syringes, safe storage, transportation, thousands of skilled staff and more. It will take US$110 million — and the dedicated work of UNICEF and every member of the Kiwanis family. Kiwanis and UNICEF joined forces to tackle iodine deficiency disorders, achieving one of the most significant public health successes of the 20th century. Now, they are eliminating MNT from the face of the Earth. And in doing so, the project will reach the poorest, most neglected mothers and babies with additional lifesaving health care. The end of this one disease means the beginning of better health for so many families
For more information, please visit www.TheEliminateProject.org
Make D.C. YOUR Destination
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1. Head over to U Street to try some chili dogs at Ben’s Chili Bowl, a spot with famous fans such as Bill Cosby and U.S. President Barack Obama. 2. Only one mile from the convention hotel, you can see giant pandas—and many other exotic animals—at the Smithsonian National Zoo. 3. Washington D.C. is home to massive monuments, awesome museums and the most famous house in the United States—the White House. 4. Touch a piece of lunar rock at the National Space and Air Museum.
What:
Where:
How:
70th Annual Key Club International Convention
Washington D.C. at the Washington Hotel 1919 Connecticut Ave. NW Washington, D.C. 20009
Register NOW! There are two ways to attend: 1. Travel as part of a district tour. Consult your district administrator, governor or lieutenant governor for tour information. 2. Travel individually with your own chaperone.
When: July 3-7, 2013
Why:
Who:
Broaden your knowledge of Key Club and meet new members from all over the world.
Any interested Key Club member can register to attend ICON!
For more information, visit: http://www.keyclub.org/events/convention.aspx
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Emily Smart and Michael C. Anthony! 15
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APs, and projects, and finals—oh my!
Study tips that can help you ace your final examin 1. Understand your goals.
Start your studying by knowing what you want! By figuring where you stand in your studies, you will know how much you need to review.
2. Prioritize. Know which topics you need to review the most and make those your top priority. Once you know that certain topic, move onto the next and so on.
3. Know how you study best.
Study alone or study in groups? Have an idea which keeps you most efficiently studying. Just remember that your study group SHOULD NOT be getting distracted. You are all together to do one thing: STUDY!
4. Take snack breaks.
Studying can tire your mental capabilities. Remember to take short little snack breaks to give yourself a burst of energy. Stray away from caffinated drinks and fatty foods like potato chips. Nuts, cookies, and fruits can give the brain the boost it needs!
5. Get a good night’s sleep.
You don’t need to be tired on test day; it’ll only make the experience of taking a long test much worse.
6. Relax!
Have faith in what you have reviewed. Think positively on test day. Remind yourself that everything you studied/reviewed is just another point to an A!
nations! From one Koala to the next... “Review over all the notes you’ve taken over the year, look for key points that you feel are important, and anything you feel you haven’t grasped completely, you should look back in either your textbook, or check out Youtube for tutorials! Youtube comes in handy when you need extra explaining in math!” - Jamie Angel To “Time management is KEY!” - Watson Thai “[The] best way to get ready for a test is to review the material and hope for the best.” - Coddy Ramos
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Member Articles
Koala of the Month Manpreet Singh
from Granada Hills Charter High School Manpreet Singh has shown much dedication as a member to our club. She has gone to the majority of the events provided by Granada this past month and has stayed from the beginning of the event until the last hour for each of them. Whenever any member or an officer needs an extra hand, she is always eager to help out. Manpreet is enthusiastic about the club and serving her community, which becomes apparent in her increased attendance to our events. She tries to the best of her ability to attend meetings and events. The kindness and compassion she shows to other fellow members and officers at each event certainly exemplifies the Key Club values. For these reasons, Manpreet certainly qualifies as this month’s Koala of the Month.
Club of the Month Cleveland High School Over the past month, Cleveland Key Club has shown the koalafications necessary to be nominated as the Club of the Month. Its members have consistently participated at division wide events and DCMs and always appeared the most spirited and willing to serve. In addition, with an average of 14 service hours performed by each member, Cleveland Key Club has an incredible record for total service hours when it has only been two months since the initiation of the Key Club term. Not only has it shown its koalafications in service projects, Cleveland Key Club has also been working hard to raise funds and awareness for District Projects, such as the PTP and the Eliminate Project. Its officers have shown continuous communications not only on the club level, but also on the division level. As the Lieutenant Governor, I never have to worry about the performance of Cleveland Key Club and am constantly surprised by the tremendous growth the club has continued to show. Therefore, for the month of May, Cleveland Key Club undoubtedly deserves the title as the Club of the Month.
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Get to know... Monica Reyes Northridge Academy President Birthday: September 25, 1997 Hobbies: I take Filipino Martial
Arts, so I know how to kick butt.
Why did you join Key Club?
Because I made Key Club [at my school]? I don’t know. Well, my cousin was talking about it while I was still in middle school and he was talking about how awesome and great it was so I knew I wanted to join Key Club from that moment.
Name one thing people wouldn’t know about you. I can solve a Rubik’s cube, a 3x3 and a 2x2.
2012 - 2013 Northridge President 2013 - 2014 Northridge President 2013 - Northridge Key Club becomes officially chartered
Do you have any specific goals for this coming term? Increase membership by 10000000000%. [But in all seriousness], I just want a lot more members. I want them to be motivated and I hope to inspire some of them to be good people by serving the community.
Why do you love Key Club? Because the people are so nice; it really does feel like a family. I honestly love my Key Club Ohana. They’re just so awesome and asdfghjkl; I can’t even explain... serving the community is really great too. Helping out and getting the warm fuzzy feeling of knowing you made a difference is unforgettable.
*Next month, YOU might be featured!
Contact Information Lieutenant Governor
Andrew Chang email: d25e.cnhkc.ltg@gmail.com phone: (818) 294 - 6288
Reminders: - Lt. G Banquet is on Saturday, June 22 from 3PM to 9:30PM
Executive Assistant
- Mark your calendars for Valley Family Festival and Relay for Life at the end of this month!
Secretary
- D25E T-Shirts are still on sale! Contact Andrew Chang for more information.
News Editor
- Good luck on your finals! Make sure to get enough sleep before testing day.
Ralph Agbayani email: ralphagbayani@gmail.com phone: (818) 259 - 4161 Sharon Lee email: sharonlee.ea@gmail.com phone: (818) 300 - 7857 Marjerrie Masicat email: d25e.cnhkc.dne@gmail.com phone: (818) 442 - 4929
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Photo: Isabel Evangelista
Aaron Aguas of Kennedy HS reads a book to two 4th grade girls.
Thank you for reading!
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