THE GOTHAM CHRONICLES Division 28
Pacific Northwest District Key Club International
JULY 2015 | VOL 2 ISSUE 4 BELLEVUE | INTERLAKE | INTERNATIONAL| ISSAQUAH | LIBERTY | MERCER ISLAND | MT. SI | NEWPORT | SAMMAMISH | SKYLINE
Caring—Our Way of Life
TABLE OF CONTENTS 04 : Hello from your LTG 05 : Events in July 06 : JUNE DCM Recap 08 : Seattle Rally Information 10 : JULY DCM 12 : KEY Club 101 14 : ELIMINATE Project (and baby pictures!) 16 : Preferred Charities 17 : Highlighted Members 18 : Officer Contact Information 20 : District Contact Information 22: Closing
Children: Their Future, Our Focus
HELLO FROM YOUR Hello Division 28! It’s been officially 1/3 of the term and unfortunately, it means the ending to my service as your Lieutenant Governor. However, I can’t even begin to say how insanely proud and grateful I feel to have the club support me throughout my time. Whether it was by attending the DCMs or even just sending me a friend request on Facebook, I’ve never been impacted by such a large community of wonderful people. I might now be part of the CNH district, but don’t expect me to disappear from the PNW. You guys all know my contact information so don’t hesitate to reach me if at all needed. At the same time, I hope I’ve made you guys not regret electing me as your Lieutenant Governor and I know Adam will do great in the position leading Division 28 in the upcoming months. In Love and Service, Cyssi Ngo Lieutenant Governor of Division 28
LTG JULY 5th • PRESIDENT UPDATES AND SECRETARY REPORTS DUE JULY 10TH • CLUB NEWSLETTER DUE JULY 25TH • JULY DCM AT LUTHER BURBANK PARK; 3:00 PM– 5:00 PM JULY 29TH • SEATTLE RALLY AT NORTHWOOD MS; 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
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JUNE DCM Thank you for all those who came to the DCM! It was definitely a first for Division 28 to hold a scavenger hunt and I want to applaud everyone for being courteous during the event!
We raised a little over $30 which is pretty good considering we were asking for money from strangers in a time limit! And for those who personally donated, thank you for your efforts towards the Eliminate Project ď Š
SEATTLE RALLY WHO: Anyone and everyone involved in Key Club or wants to be involved! This includes past and present members as well as Kiwanians and advisors! WHAT: Similar to the structure of DCON, there will be an opening, forums to attend, a provided lunch and interaction between members to raise spirits and have fun! WHEN: July 29th, from 9 – 4 pm WHERE: Northwood Middle School Early Bird Registration
July 26th
$7
Regular Registration
July 29th
$10
WHAT TO BRING:
• A BUDDY •Cash and extra change •Registration Packet with completed Medical Form •Divisional Gear
JULY DCM
KEY CLUB 101
In the midst of serene nature and fluctuating weather conditions lies the great Pacific Northwest District (PNW). The Pacific Northwest is geographically the largest district of Key Club International. The district spans from western Canada to northern California; with Alaska, Washington, Oregon, and the pan-handle of Idaho in between. The Pacific Northwest encompasses nearly 1.8 million square miles and includes over 300 clubs that operate under 44 divisions. Through rain or shine, snow or hail, Key Clubbers in the PNW dedicate countless hours to their communities and international, and we are always Proud ‘N’ Willing to serve!
ELIMINATE WEEK Every child deserves to be healthy and happy. This Eliminate Week, celebrate the children in your life and do something for the Eliminate Project. All it takes is US$1.80 to save a mother and all of her future babies from maternal and neonatal tetanus.
• 1 baby dies every 11 minutes • $1.80 is enough to save a mother and her future babies • 160 babies die from MNT each day • A series of three shots of vaccine = immunity to tetanus
PREFERRED CHARITIES Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Key Club 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
March of Dimes
For decades, Key Club 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.
UNICEF
Since 1994, Key Club has been Trick-or-Treating for UNICEF and over the years has raised nearly US$5 million for iodine deficiency programs worldwide and HIV and AIDS programs in Kenya and Swaziland. Now it’s helping The Eliminate Project.
OFFICER OF THE MONTH JUDI WONG Traditionally, it is the president who sends the nominations for the monthly recognition, but this month I wanted to recognize Judi Wong from Newport High School for her active presence and one of the most up-to-date calendars, keeping members involved with numerous projects and staying on top of everything during the summer. Congratulations and keep up the hard work!
MEMBER OF THE MONTH AUSTIN SURBER Austin Surber was the only member besides officers to attend the gardening party and even though he probably didn't want to be there he stuck to each task with an attitude of willingness and remained committed.
OFFICER CONTACT IN BELLEVUE HIGH President: Charlene Lam VP: Shayna Hallman Secretary: Hannah Tsai Treasurer: Ein Chang Bulletin Editor: Peter Chen
INTERLAKE HIGH President: Aurora Bays-Muchmore VP: Julia Chen Secretary: Yael Goldin Treasurer: Kevin Li Bulletin Editor: Rosie Skovron
SKYLINE HIGH
MT. SI HIGH
President: Justin Suh VP: Sisir Gudipati Secretary: Erika Kumar Treasurer: Jonathan Seto Bulletin Editor: Neel Baxi
President: Mara Gothelf VP: Annika Laufer Secretary: Elizabeth Carroll Treasurer: Noah Hance Bulletin Editor: Addison
INTERNAT
President: Ja VP: Athulya Secretary: Ra Kamel Treasurer: Ni Bulletin Edito Lee
ISSAQUA
President: Na Nishi VP: Austin Zh Secretary: H Dyer Treasurer: Da Bulletin Edito Higa
NFORMATION
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NEWPORT HIGH President: Judi Wong VP: Zuzu Tang Secretary: Kevin Wu Treasurer: Andy Li Bulletin Editor: Mino Nakura
LIBERTY HIGH President: Sara Bluhm VP: Lauren Dodd Secretary: Kacey Ton Treasurer: Adriell Cabrera Bulletin Editor: Lucas Maier
SAMMAMISH HIGH President: Elizabeth Tran VP: Lena Mai Secretary: Chelsea Blanes Treasurer: Min Li Bulletin Editor: Meadow Becker
MERCER ISLAND HIGH President: Aidan Wang VP: Megan Lee Secretary: Jasmine Louie Treasurer: Dana He Bulletin Editor: Rory Murphy
DISTRICT CONTAC INT’L BOARD MARIA PALAZOLLO
INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT ILLINOIS-EASTERN IOWA
DISTRICT BOARD
TYLER BOSSER District Governor
TRAN HOANG District Secretary
tylerbosser.pnwgov@gmail.com tranhoang.pnwsec@gmail.com
SUVIR COP District Tr
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CT INFORMATION
KEVIN ZHANG
INTERNATIONAL VP PACIFIC NORTHWEST
PPARAM reasurer
JOJO SAUNDERS District Editor
TASHRIMA HOSSAIN
PNW INT’L INTERNATIONAL TRUSTEE
ir@gmail.com jojosaunders.pnweditor@gmail.com
RYAN MIURA Convention Chair
Thanks for Reading! Cyssi Ngo Lieutenant Governor of Division 28 Pacific Northwest Key Club Key Club International cyssi.ngo28@gmail.com 425-246-2455
Andes Lee Divisional Secretary andes.leelee@gmail.com Jacque Li Divisional Public Relations Officer li.s.jacque@gmail.com
Question of the Month: What is the slogan for Seattle Rally this month?
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