KEY CLUB
GIRAFFE
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JAN 2015 vol. 2
issue 10
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MESSAGE FROM
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Happy New Year, Division 66! 2014 sure was an amazing year! For some, it was the first year they entered high school and Key Club. For others, it marked the beginning of an end. No matter where you stand—perhaps somewhere in between, I hope your year has been filled with Key Club and tons and tons of hours of service! With 2015 upon us, let us reflect on the past to prepare for a better future. Let us make tangible goals to make our homes, schools, and communities better places. Will you devote 10 hours to service? 25? 50? 100? Will you donate $1.80 to save a mother and her future babies from MNT? How about saving 3 babies? 5
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50 babies? Will you run for ffice? Will you initiate a new project? Will you connect with the s Family? New year, new you. ar, new Key Club. Let us all the plethora of opportunities Key n present us to better ourselves world.
a step back, I would like to ulate and welcome Bailey Chen ieutenant Governor Elect of n 66. She will take office for the 016 term. Also, great job to e who attended the election rally. make me so proud—from your iate business dress to pressing ns. Our division has grown ely, and it has been my honor to
partake in this journey with you all. This month’s song is “I Lived” by One Republic. I hope that, with the new year, you “own every second that this world gives,” you “see so many places,” and you can say “I lived.” Embrace all that life— and Key Club—has to offer. Make 2015 the best year (and maybe we will eliminate maternal/neonatal tetanus from this planet among other feats)! Again, thank you and hope to see you all soon! Good luck with finals! Yours in Caring Service,
Brian Le
Lieutenant Governor of Division 66 Pacific Northwest District Key Club International lebrianpnw@gmail.com
1,628
total hours served
December was a busy month for Division 66. Check out all the cool projects all the clubs participated in! CENTENNIAL ► Winter Whiteout @ Anthem Church ► Concession Stands @ Centennial Basketball Game ► Festival of Lights @ The Grotto
D CLACKAMAS ► Speech & Debate Tournament ► Rock Creek Cleanup ► Winter Rage ► Festival of Lights ► Feed the Hungry CORBETT ► Wynwood Holiday Party ► Brookdale Reopening ► Cold Weather Clothing Drive ► Salvation Army Bell Ringing
DECEMBER 2014 RECAP PORTLAND LUTHERAN ► Dollar Drive for Christmas Presents w/ Mt. Hood Community College REYNOLDS ► Cherry Park Retirement Home ► SkillsUSA Winter Coat Drive SAM BARLOW ► The Grotto ► Winter Formal ► Toy Drive
ELECTION RALLY On December 21st, 2014, Bailey Chen was elected the Lieutenant Governor Elect of Division 66. Shout out to Patrick Le for also running this year! Also, thank you to all 90+ people in attendance for your proper dress, pressing questions, and support. Here’s to a great term, Division 66!
BAILEY CHEN
Hello my fellow Giraffes, I hope the new year started out well! I am honored to be elected to serve Division 66 as the 2015-2016 Lieutenant Governor. I look forward to meeting many of you and to continue to build Division 66 to the best of my abilities. Please do not hesitate to ask me any questions at all, I’m glad to help! I started Key Club due to pure passion for service at Franklin High School. I didn’t know Key Club would impact me as greatly as it did, and I am happy that it did. Key Club grew led me to become an outgoing, confident, and happy person. I enjoy every event I attend and I can see Key Clubbers growing passion for service. After moving to Clackamas High School, I was elected Vice President and this led me to many opportunities. I love seeing the smiles on people’s faces when we are able to help them and it is one of the reasons why I am passionate about service. Besides spending my time in Key Club, I enjoy watching Korean dramas, listening to music, hanging out with friends, travelling, and doing miscellaneous activities here and there. I love to be involved and to help others, I am truly excited for the upcoming term! Thank you for electing me to be your Lieutenant Governor! Don’t worry, I will be there to lend you a hand in case you fall while going up the steps! In love and service,
Bailey Chen Lieutenant Governor Elect of Division 66 Pacific Northwest District Key Club International baileychenpnw@gmail.com
ABOUT BAILEY CHEN Favorite Color: Pastels! Favorite Book: I have yet to discover it Favorite Song: Anything that sounds good to me Favorite Food: Chinese food Favorite Quote: “Just Keep Swimming” -Dory Guilty Pleasures: Korean dramas and music, painting my nails, YouTube, AP Lit. and Comp. Homework, photography, pretty skies and sceneries, cute things, arts and crafts. Favorite Key Club Service Project: Winter Rage
THE “STEPS”
S T E P S
OLVE: I will try to solve the problems that may occur or offer solutions to different problems. Not only will I try to solve divisional problems, but I will try to resolve club problems if any occur.
ALK: Communication is key to a successful relationship between the district and club. I will try my best to serve as a liaison between them to ensure information are being passed along. DUCATE: I will inform officers their responsibilities so they can put their best effort into their positions. Along with that, I will teach members about what Key Club really is and our passion for service. LAN: My goal is to plan efficiently by looking into the small details, keeping organized, and being informed so I am able to answer any questions that may be asked.
ERVE: Key club’s destination is service, and it is why Key Club exists. I will emphasize the importance of service so each club is able to serve to their best of their abilities.
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JANUARY 31ST
INTERNANTIONAL TR HAPPY 2015, PACIFIC NORTHWEST! I’m so glad that we have finally made it. After a swamped first semester of school, a myriad of Key Club events, and a relaxing holiday vacation, I’m sure you all are so excited to welcome in the New Year. A lot of people see this this month as a time of resolutions. However, I think it can better be characterized as a time to reflect and look forward to the future. What awesome things have you all done so far with your time in Key Club? How will you make the most of the rest of this year? Thus far, I have seen Key Clubbers do some spectacular things. Shout out to Tasmia Ahmed and her division for collecting 70 gift cards for sex trafficked survivors in Portland. Shout out to the Communications Committee for completely renovating the face of the Pacific-Northwest district website. Shout out to Kevin Zhang for bringing the “bowl” to #palabowlo. These Key Clubbers have inspired us to do great things. What’s even more exciting is that there’s still so much to come. Whether it’s participating in “Service to Infinity and Beyond” at the 2015 District Convention or finally reaching our goal for The Eliminate Project, the coming months have much in store. Don’t feel the need to make new resolutions; your passion for service, leadership, and camaraderie will naturally take the district to new heights this 2015. In terms of the international level, there are several items we can anticipate together. First of all, 2015 is our year to eliminate maternal/neonatal tetanus (MNT) from the face of the planet! We’re taking things to a whole new level. The International Board has its own personal pen fundraiser (I’m bringing them to DCON!), and if all of Key Club International can raise an additional $80,000, board members will be kissing an octopus at our winter board meeting. (Yes, I’m very scared. But I do it fo’ da Eliminate!) For clarity, our winter board meeting will be held in Detroit, Michigan, from January 22 to 25, 2015. The board meeting agenda has already been posted to the Key
RUSTEE, TASHRIMA HOSSAIN Club website. If you have any questions, or if you’d like me to bring an additional topic to the board, don’t hesitate to reach out. Finally, with this year’s International Convention swiftly approaching, it’s definitely an event we can eagerly look forward to. Held from June 24 to 28, 2015, in Indianapolis, the home of Key Club International headquarters, this will be an experience you don’t want to miss. As it is the 100th anniversary of Kiwanis, a lot of our programs will be held in conjunction with Circle K and Kiwanis members, making for a whopping estimate of 12,000 attendees. We have some awesome events planned; we’ll be renting out an entire street of Indianapolis, Hellogoodbye will be performing, and we’ll be surrounded by tons of fun things to do (i.e. free museums, bikes to ride around the city, zoos, etc.). It’s the event of a lifetime, so start fundraising and planning now! Indeed, 2014 may have brought much positivity and joy –especially in Key Club International— but I’m sure 2015 can offer even more. Have a great year, everyone! Yours in service, Tashrima Hossain International Trustee Georgia, KIWIN'S, & Pacific-Northwest tashrima.hossain.kc@gmail.com 713-505-2252 keyclub.org
1 BABY DIES EVERY 11 MINUTES FROM MNT
MNT (MATERNAL NEONATAL TETANUS) IS A HIGHLY PREVENTABLE DISEASE A SERIES OF 3 VACCINES PROTECTS A MOTHER AND ALL HER BABIES
AND COSTS ONLY $1.80 PROTECT THE CONNECTION BETWEEN A MOTHER AND BABY
Click to learn more about the International Board Challenge
Click to learn more about fundraising ideas
THE ELIMINA
ELIMINATE
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$10
ATE PROJECT
O.A. T. OUTREACH TO THE ENTIRE DIVISION
AID ALL CLUBS
Maintaining contact with all 12 clubs through email Reactivated Portland Lutheran
Visited 8 clubs Supported Vice Presidents with post VP Report summaries
GOALS: • Continue reactivation of Rex Putnam • Support all clubs in person at the January DCM through individual meetings with each club
GOALS: • Visit all clubs in some form—in person at meetings/service projects or online • Host second round of club visits
TEAM UP W OTHERS
Hosted a join with Division October Posted volunt opportunities projects in off group and new
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Kept a record of notes for DCMs, PCMs, rally planning, forum leading Created Google Documents for easy access GOALS: • Meet with Lt. Governor Elect to discuss strengths and weaknesses of each club to ensure a smooth transition
It won’t be long before Bailey’s STEPS take over my OATH, but there is still some time left for me to finish out the term strong. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me immediately so that we can tie up loose ends!
GROWTH
DIVISIONAL
The Divisional Goal from September 2014 was for each club to have a membership growth of 10% from last year. Did your club make it? If not, click for resources for recruitment! CORBETT
26
(15)
70
(196)
226
CENTENNIAL
CLACKAMAS
THE DALLES
18 (20)
GRESHAM
0
(102)
GLADSTONE DAMASCUS CHRISTIAN
3
PORTLAND LUTHERAN (21)
(28)
REYNOLDS
32 (33)
(15)
0
39
(34)
SAM BARLOW
38 (44)
REX PUTNAM
0
(15)
SANDY
41 (48)
District Convention Prep ACTIVITIES
Poster Making ► Poster/Paper (bring your Hug-Me-Signs Making club’s designated color) Meeting Other Members ► Pencils/markers/glue/tape Discuss Updates ► other decorating items
WHITE/BLACK POSTER Clackamas
The Dalles Damascus Christian Portland Lutheran
YELLOW PAPER Centennial Corbett Gresham Sandy
BROWN PAPER Reynolds Sam Barlow Gladstone Rex Putnam
& Officer Check In ACTIVITIES ► ► ► ►
Meet the new Lt. G Discuss current issues Go over DCON papers Discuss Club Elections
WHAT TO BRING ► Paper/pencil to take notes ► Questions ► DCON paperwork
JANUARY DCM
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WHAT TO BRING
VP REPORT
EDITORS REPORT
DCM
COMMUNICATION
DUES
MISC.
TOTAL
CENTENNIAL
662
20
20
20
63
10
(40)
20
815
CLACKAMAS
1238
20
20
10
123
10
(50)
20
1441
CORBETT
577
20
10
9
10
(50)
20
646
THE DALLES
0
25
25
DAMASCUS CHRISTIAN
75
(50)
75
GLADSTONE
100
25
133
GRESHAM
245
PORTLAND LUTHERAN
64
REX PUTNAM
0
REYNOLDS
566
SAM BARLOW
492
SANDY
93
REPORT
SECRETARY
BEFORE
SUPER SPOTS SUPER SPOTS SCOREBOARD SCOREBOARD 8
20
20
9
7
261
6
9
119 0
20
20 20
20
21
10
(50)
10
667
6
10
25
10
563
9
7
25
143
CLACKAMAS CENTENNIAL REYNOLDS CORBETT SAM BARLOW
K E Y C LU B I N T E R N A T I O N A L’ S
PREFERRED CHAIRITIES Children’s Miracle Network works to save the lives of kids in your community. Its network includes 170 nonprofit hospitals that provide care for every patient. Donations provide life saving equipment, research, therapy, and charitable care.
Prematurity isn’t a thing of the past. In fact, 1 in 8 babies are born prematurely. The mission of the March of Dimes is to improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality.
UNICEF is the only organization of the United Nations dedicated exclusively t works with other UN bodies, governments, and organizations to assist children by providing primary healthcare, basic education, safe water, and sanitation. Currently, Kiwanis and UNICEF have teamed up with The ELIMINATE Project
KEY CLUB INTERNATIONAL PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
INTERNATIONAL TRUSTEE
INDIANA-EASTERN IOWA
PACIFIC NORTHWEST
TEXAS-OKLAHOMA
Kevin Zhang
Maria Palazzolo
Tashrima Hossain
PACIFIC NORTHWEST DISTRICT SECRETARY
GOVERNOR
TREASURER
EDITOR
Lisa Antonio
Ik Hoon Jung
Aneesh Pappu
Jenny Zhang
lisaantonio.dgov @gmail.com
ijungpnwsec @gmail.com
apappu97 @gmail.com
editorjennyzhang @gmail.com
CONVENTION CHAIR
COMMUNICATION DIRECTOR
DISTRICT PROJECT DIRECTOR
MEMBERSHIP GROWTH DIRECTOR
Cleo Tsang
Anav Gagneja
Dorothy Wang
Suvir Copparam
K-FAMILY RELATION & INTERNATIONAL FOCUS
DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR
ASSISTANT DISTRICT ADMINISTRATOR
Athena Sok
John Jay
Tom Saunders
LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR ELECT of DIVISION 66
LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR of DIVISION 66
Brian Le
Bailey Chen
lebrianpnw @gmail.com
baileychenpnw @gmail.com
CENTENNIAL
President: Tommy Nguyen Vice President: Darlene Xiong Secretary: Kalhia Yang Treasurer: Helen Nguyen Editor: Stephanie Hout
CLACKAMAS
President: Louiza Bovaeva Vice President: Bailey Chen Secretary: Lauren Phan Treasurer: Patrick Le Editor: Hung Le
CORBETT
President: Nicole Philpott Vice President: Anna Wilms-Crowe Secretary: Katie Riley Treasurer: Cedar Mackaness Editor: Chloe Ballard
GLADSTONE
PORTLAND LUTHERAN
President: Sonica Gupta Vice President: Melody Do Secretary/Treasurer: Dominique Stein
REYNOLDS
President: Vianey Jimenez Vice President: Veronica Villegas Secretary: Soltsi Hernandez Treasurer: Kayla Cha Editor: Alyssa Vy SAM BARLOW President: Haley Coutts President: Ana Parvankin Vice President: Ashley DuPis Secretary: Bethany McCurley Treasurer: Kainoa Cuttitta Editor: Isis Dominique Navarro
SANDY
President: Andra Breshears Vice President: Trask Telesmanich Secretary: Sarah Clyde Treasurer: Matthew Prom Editor: Madison Niiranen
President: Grace Knapp President: Pam Frasier Vice President: Clayton Westbrook Secretary: Molly Nutt Treasurer: Julie Grosav Community Liaison: Zayna Salveter
GRESHAM
NO INFORMATION FROM
President: Victoria Blanger Vice President: Olivia Loftin Secretary: Hannah Hohbach Treasurer: Tim Smart Editor: Tahji Cutler
The Dalles Damascus Christian Rex Putnam (Inactive)
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