Official Newsletter of Key Club Pacific Northwest District Division 66 Volume 1 Issue 12 March 2014
TABLE OF Clackamas | Corbett | Dalles Wahtonka | Damascus Christian | Gladstone |
Message from the LtG....4 Divisional Editor….6 Social Media….8 March DCM….10 Important Dates.…11 Cover Photo Credit: Brian Le
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February DCM Recap….12 Dcon 2014.…14 Eliminate Project….16 Key Leader….18 Pen Pals….19
CONTENTS Gresham | Oregon City | Portland Luther | Reynolds | Sam Barlow | Sandy 3
Icon....20 Advice for others….22 Inspirations….24 Favorite Event….26 Kiwanis One Day….28 Club Thank Yous.…29 Text Updates.…32 “Spot” Update….33 Club Officers….34 Contact Information ….36
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Words from the LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR
Hello Division 66, There are officially less than 25 days until the 2013-2014 Key Club term is over. Let’s make the most of the last few days that we have and end our terms on a positive note. There is a lot you can accomplish in this little time: let’s take even more action and impact our community one last time. It has been a pleasure and honor to serve as your Lieutenant Governor. Key Clubbers, Officers, Boardies, Kiwanians, and others: you are the reason that I serve and push myself to be the best I can be for you all. When times got tough throughout my term, I remembered why I became Lieutenant Governor, because YOU all have inspired me by impacting your community for the better. I am proud of all the work that you guys have done this past year. You’ve soared past my expectations and brought pure warmth to my heart with your acts of service. To see the growth you all have had is a blessing. Thank you all for your services and time you’ve put into Key Club. Lastly, thank you for all the laughs, smiles, tears, and great memories. I know all of you will do great things in the future.
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I’ll leave you with this: Remember, we are the change. Together we can accomplish the impossible, and let’s end our term with a bang. “Caring – Our way of Life.” In love and service,
Emilee Huey
Division 66 Lieutenant Governor
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Words from the DIVISIONAL EDITOR “No person was ever honored for what they received, Honor has been the reward for what they gave.” –Calvin Coolidge
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Photo Credit to Brian Le
Hello Division 66 Key Clubbers, With the end of March comes the end of a Key Club year. As the month progresses, think about the hard work the outgoing officers have put into the year. Think about all of the great memories, amazing achievements, and extreme dedication these individuals have devoted to serving the community. Also, DCON is officially in less than a month! The final preparations are being done before we celebrate in April. DCON attendees—be sure to attend the March DCM, as we will be preparing for the great event. Lots of amazing things are coming our way as our year winds down. Let’s go, Division 66! In caring service,
Brian Le Divisional Editor
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SOCIAL
Pacific Northwest https://www.facebook.com/pnwkeyclub https://twitter.com/pnwkeyclub @PNWKey Club http://instagram.com/pnwkeyclub# @pnwkeyclub http://pnwmortie.tumblr.com/ http://pnwkeyclub.org/
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MEDIA Key Club International https://www.facebook.com/keyclubintnl https://twitter.com/keyclub @Key Club
Division 66 https://www.facebook.com/groups/PNWD.66KeyCl ubbers/?bookmark_t=group http://pnwdivision66.webs.com/
Photo Credit to Dave McMillan
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MARCH DCM/PCM March DCM and PCM • When: Friday, March 21st 1:15PM-4:00PM • Where: Sunnyside Library and Village Green Park (Clackamas, OR 97015) • What: At this DCM we will be making decorations and things for Dcon. We will also be discussing past and previous events and celebrating our last year DCM of the 2013-2014 year. The PCM will start 15 minutes before the DCM at 1:00PM. There will be pizza and drinks served at this DCM. **Please, remember that it is MANDATORY for at least two people from each club to attend the DCM.** ***It’s REQUIRED for all Dcon Attendees to attend this DCM***
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Key Dates to Remember Mar. 5th – Secretary Reports are DUE March 22nd – DCM/PCM March 24th – Kiwanis DCM April. 4th-6th – Dcon April. 5th – Kiwanis One Day April 11th-13th – Canada Key Leader Oct. 24-26th – Oregon Key Leader
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Awards Given Out: • Brian Le: The Biggest Heart • Clackamas Key Club: Distinguished Club • Helene Huynh: Most Spirited Key Clubber • Sandy High School – Greatest Service Project • Sydnie Chen – Most Involved Key Clubber • Gresham High School – the ELMINATOR • Victoria Blanger – The Most Involved Officer • Reynolds High School – Most Growth • Edward Yan – Most Inspirational • Sam Barlow High School – Division 66 Recognition • Portland Lutheran High School – Division 66 Recognition
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Photo Credit to Brian Le
Thank you to everyone that came to the awards banquet!
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DCON
When: April 4-6th, 2014 Where: Seattle Convention Center, and Sheraton Hotel Who: PNW Key Clubbers What: A celebration of a years worth of service, where you can meet new people, learn and share service project ideas, install the District Board, and have fun.
Why should you go? Ask anyone what District Convention was like and everyone single person will say it was FUN! I encourage all of you to attend or at least send one club representative to DCON.
Price: $257.93
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Photo Credits to Edward Yan
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5 Reasons to Attend District Convention: 1. Joseph Vincent will be performing. 2. Best time ever: the lessons you’ll take away, the friendships, you’ll take, and the memories you make, will definitely be one of the best time of your life. 3. Memories made with the most inspiring people all over the Pacific Northwest. 4. Friendship: making friends that’ll last past these few days. 5. Fun bonding time with your fellow key clubbers.
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Eliminate gear is here! Help support the Eliminate Project by purchasing a tshirt, bro tank, lanyard or all three! If you are interested in purchasing one be sure to contact your lieutenant governor.
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Picture Credits to Kiwanis Cambodia/2011/Hale
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March 9-15th is PNW Eliminate Week. Show your support by hashtagging your pictures and posts. -Sunday: #ShowYourLoveSunday -Monday: #MNTMonday -Tuesday: #TetanusTuesday -Wednesday: #WipeoutWednesday -Thursday: #PurdayThursday (be pretty and wear Eliminate colors--light blue, dark blue, or white!) -Friday: #FreestyleFriday -Saturday: #SavingLivesSaturday
PNW Key Club has raised $407,411.00 for
ELMINATE, which saved 226,00 lives.
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KEY LEADER EVENTS 2014
Kawkawa Camp and Retreat • April 11-13th, 2014 • Hope, British Columbia Camp Collins • October 24-26th, 2014 • Gresham, OR Key Leader Video Link: http://superzotz.smugmug.com/KeyClub/Kawkawa-2013Key-Club-Video/28840216_qWh2ML - !i=2449666604&k=gSqVNjL
Registration Link:
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http://www.key-leader.org/Find-Key-LeaderEvents/KeyLeaderLocationsandDates.aspx
Photo Credit to Dave McMillan
KC Pen Pals Do you want to have pen pal from some other state or even country? Well now is your chance, because this Spring Key Club is creating a pen pal program. First you start by writing a latter about yourself, the start you’re from, your favorite service projects, and whatever else you would like your pen pal to know. Then you put your letter in an unsealed, stamped envelop with your return address on it.
Next, you fill out a survey at http://tinyurl.com/phdd2nv and include that and your letter inside of a second envelope and send them to the address below by March 31st, 2014. Key Club International Attn: Nicole Harris (pen pal) 3636 Woodview Trace Indianapolis, IN 46268
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International Why should you attend Icon 2014? • Meet members from all around the world • Travel and tour around Anaheim, CA • Experience Key Club at the international level • Elect the International Board • PNW Pride • Make lifelong friends • It’s affordable • Attend Disneyland and California Adventure • Celebrate a year’s worth of service • Have fun on the PNW Icon Tour
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Convention PNW Icon Tour Includes: • Two days in Disneyland & California Adventure • District Dinner • International Convention • Fun and lots of memories Estimated Cost: $895
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Advice for Advice for Key Clubbers: 1) Talk to your officers about ways they can improve the club. 2) Pay your dues on time. 3) Stay professional. Represent Key Club well. 4) Go to District Convention (DCON) as many times as you can! 5) Make the most of each and every moment you have in Key Club. You have only, at most, four years in this great organization. I promise you that you’ll miss it a lot once you graduate. If not, you’re not spending your time in Key Club right! :) Advice for Key Club Officers 1) Stay organized 2) Know all deadlines. MEET all deadlines. 3) Communicate with your Lieutenant Governor and ask him/her for help. 4) Pay your club’s dues on time. 5) Strive to leave a legacy behind. Be known for improving your club for the better. You have only so much time to make an impact in your club. Make the most of every opportunity (be it volunteering, pursuing your passions, etc). For example, dive into service, run for a leadership position, and most importantly, enjoy what you’re doing. The lessons you learn, the people you meet, and the experiences you gain are invaluable, and will be a big part of you, as you continually grow and develop. Helping others, and pursing your passions, doesn’t end after these four years are over. As my outtie once told me, “once a Key Clubber, always a Key Clubber!” You can inspire and make a difference no matter where you go. Just go out and serve! -Edward Yan
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Never be afraid to try service projects or fundraisers that seem intimidating, you only have 4 years to be in Key Club so enjoy all of the moments you have and make tons of friends. -Brooke Reichert
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Always be positive during any Key Club events! We all represent Division 66 & our individual clubs and it is crucial that we behave accordingly. However, with so much spirit during any Key Club event, it always seems like a party! -Lauren Phan
Key Clubbers The best advice I give to an incoming member is to get involved early! There is an infinite amount of opportunities in Key Club, and when your four years of Key Club have come to an end, you’ll wish you could go back in time and take advantage of all that Keu Club has to offer! Advice for a current member is to definitely step outside of your comfort zone. If you challenge yourself and push your limits, Key Club will allow you to grow immensely as a human being. Advice for the officers, put 100% effort into each and every assignment, and cherishes every single moment of your term. -Alyssa Godfrey Always take advantage of all of the opportunities that Key Club offers at the divisional, district, and even international level! Whether you choose to participate in a global service project or serve in a leadership position, you can make a positive impact on our community. -Eric Grewal Your time in Key Club will fly by so fast, so take advantage of your opportunities now. Try new projects, become more involved in the division, run for leadership positions! You will never regret trying so make the best of your experience. Most importantly, don't let the service leadership you learned throughout Key Club go to waste after high school. Serve and lead on as adults! Once a Key Clubber, always a Key Clubber. -Hakikat Bains Do werk cuz werk needs to bee done; learn to twerk cuz twerk gets werk done. -Chester Pham
I would advise any secretary to stay very organized and always keep up on all paperwork. If you get behind it is almost impossible to catch up. Plus it makes the clubs run more efficiently and you will love your job more. Also, don't ever be afraid to ask for help! Your fellow officers in club and out of club will always be there to help you! -Kaitlyn Franklin
Take pride in the work you do in key club, and never forget the impact you have, whenever you volunteer at any event. I hope that others will realize this and be inspired to immerse themselves in the key club experience, because you will come out of it a more compassionate, social, hard-working, and virtuous person. -Arthur Bookstein
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All the Key Clubbers are my inspirations! They motivate me to work hard, be a better leader, and strive for the best in all that we do. Without them, I would be nothing—I wouldn’t have Key Clubbers to lead, I wouldn’t have people at service projects, I wouldn’t be the person I am today. Thank you, Key Clubbers, for making me the greatest person I can be! My inspiration as Lieutenant Governor Elect is none other than LtG. Emilee Huey. Through all the hardships of her term, she has fought through to end her term strong. I cannot thank her enough for the experience as Divisional Editor and for being the most supportive outtie. Emilee has always strived for the best in the division and has worked so hard to be there for everyone. Emilee Huey, I can say no more than thank you and I hope I do as well as you have as Lieutenant Governor of our division. –Brian Le Arthur B. and Brian L. are the people who inspire me in Key Club because of the amount of effort and motivate they out into this club is amazing. I remember seeing people slacking during several service projects and Arthur was indeed very irritated that people aren’t working but he didn’t yell at them, instead he talked to them in a very compassionate manor and it actually made that group of people get back to work.
Everyone in Division 66 inspires me! Last term was so much fun, and we all made a difference to our community through our incredibly fun events, it's like you're not even doing community service! -Lauren Phan
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Wadsana, my grand outtie cuz she was super amazin! -Chester Pham
All of the divisional and district officers inspire me. Sometimes when I am trying to get all of my work for my club done, I'm stressed and I think "I had no idea it was this much work!". Then I remember how much work you all do to keep us all functioning! Thanks for all of your hard work! -Kaitlyn Franklin
Emilee inspired me with her strength. There were many struggles during her term in spite of these obstacles she continuously works hard. Div.66 is a large division and from personal experience small division are hard to manage; I cannot imagine what it would be like to be in charge of such a large division. I am so amazed by how well you grew your division and how pretty your newsletters are. -Shirley Chou
Dan Li inspired me to join Key Club because she has this amazing passion to help others and she has this intense amount of joy to help others and it made me want to join key Club. -Katie Luc
Division 66 inspires me, because you all REACH OUT and make a difference. -Hakikat Bains
This year’s Key Club group. I love seeing them show up to every event. A lot of them have true altruism, and I’m glad there are people like that in our group. They have great mentality: volunteer to help, and not for the hours. They’re what inspire me to continue volunteering. -Peter Le When I was in middle school, my friend was in KC and told me how it was a service organization. It sounded pretty appealing to me at the time. But then over the summer I volunteered at this summer camp for people with mental disabilities called Camp Parkview, and that experience is what compelled me to actually join. -Josh Kim Photo Credit to Brian Le
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One (of my many) favorite service project is Apple Festival. For two weekends, four days, and 7 shifts, Key Clubbers from Clackamas went to the Portland Nursery to face-paint kids’ faces for free during its annual Apple Festival. My favorite part of this project was the simple joy we brought to each kid who stopped by. Despite our amateur facepainting skills, the kids left our booth with joy. I loved seeing that such a small act—simply a face-paint— could make a kids’ day brighter. The parents were impressed by the work we do in the community as committed young individuals. It is an event that I will always cherish. -Brian Le
My favorite event is UCP because it’s an amazing feeling to know that everyone there from the volunteers to the participates have come to support one another in completing the walk around downtown Portland. Also, it is very inspiring to see the kids and adults who have cerebral palsy smiling because they show is that instead of focusing on the bad parts in life we should enjoy it and make the best of it. -Sydnie Chen My favorite service project of the year is making Stocking Stuffers during Christmas season because we’re able to interact with so many gibing members in our community and help make some child nearby smile with something as simple as a full stocking. -Andrea Monteblanco
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I like the apple festival, because it’s a lot of fun and face painting is fun too. The kids don’t really care about how good you are and in the end they’re always happy with what they get, so they’re the reason why this even would be my favorite. -Jarvis Chow Photo Credits to Brian Le and Edward Yan
My favorite memory this year, was witnessing and experiencing, first hand, the growth in our communities leaders. For example, I’m proud to see so many excited and devoted volunteers in our strong division. Each and every one of you are leaders. You all bring something unique to each service event, as well as your great personalities, energy, and eagerness, to make a positive difference. And shoutout to Clackamas Key Club for all your hard work this past year! You all have continually exemplified our motto of “it’s all about helping others” through your kind actions, not only through service projects, but also through life outside of Key Club. Getting to know you all has been an honor. Keep on serving and keep on helping others! -Edward Yan I have two favorite memories with this division! One was being asked to prom by Edward and Brian at Seattle rally and another was coming up with the ever so famous giraffe pose with Emilee. -Hakikat Bains
My favorite events are Homeless Feeds because I can see how I help those in need. Raising money and donating items are very helpful to them but directly severing them food is satisfying and their sincere smiles reminds me of why I volunteer – to help others. -Stephanie Chan
My favorite memory from this year was volunteering at Winter Rage! It was my first time, and it definitely made my day seeing tons of families faces lights up when they were picking out clothes, presents, and receiving food! -Lauren Phan My favorite memories are those made at DCMs. Although it is not a service project, I enjoy learning about other clubs and what they are doing and to be able to bond with other clubs. They are so fun! My other favorite memory was adoption the Oxford house for Christmas and giving the children gifts. It was very touching and meaningful for all of us and it was a great time helping them meet santa and decorate for Christmas in ways they would not have been able to without us. -Kaitlyn Franklin
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Kiwanis One Day Kiwanis One Day is the opportunity for all the Kiwanis clubs members around the world to have involvement. The Kiwanis Family – Kiwanis Kids, Builders Club, Key Club, Circle K. International, Aktion Club, and Kiwanis Clubs – join forces for this large scare service project – cancer. Watch the promo video here: http://vimeo.com/71913872
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Key Clubs Thank You! My clubs: Thank you for supporting me this term, I can’t be grateful a loving group of Key Clubbers. Clackamas: Thank for coming to all of my DCMs, and for inviting me in with open arms. You have truly changed my life. Corbett: Great job in being diverse in your service projects and being in so involved with the community. Damascus Christian: You’ve shown me what it means to support the Kiwanians and how to help serve families during the Holiday Season. The Dalles Wahtonka: You all have done a great job in supporting the district project and are changing the world one person at a time.
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Photo Credits to Edward Yan, Brian Le, Emily Smart, &Andrea Monteblanco
Gresham: I am proud of the growth that I have seen in this club, and how spirited you all are. You bring laughter to this division. Portland Lutheran: You all have made strides to being active within the divisions. You are strong leaders that have so much talent. Oregon City: Thank you for welcoming me with open arms. You have such warm hearts that love to serve others. Reynolds: You bring smiles & joy to this division and have grown like no one else. Your drive for service is great. Sam Barlow: I can see the amount of dedication and work that you have to changing the community. Sandy: You know how to put on a show and raise awareness for a great cause. Also, you’ve provided fun for little kids.
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TOTAL CLUB SPOTS Total Before 1028
February DCM 16
Corbett Dalles Wahtonka Damascus Christian Gladstone Gresham
358
0
286
0
10
0
0
0
0
289
243
0
10
0
0
0
0
253
568
1
20
Inactive Club 0 0
5
5
599
Oregon City
307
0
10
0
0
0
0
317
196
0
10
0
0
0
0
206
Inactive Club 0 0
0
0
0 0
0 0
266 435 414
Schools Clackamas
Portland Lutheran Rex Putnam Reynolds Sam Barlow Sandy
Responses/ Sec. Kiwanis First Newsletter Total Communication Reports DCM Responses 20 15 0 10 10 1,099 10 0 0 0 0 368
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2
20
400 404
0 0
20 10
15 0
0 0
Congratulations to Clackamas High School for being the spot winner
Spot Break Down: • 1 spot for every person that attends a DCM and/or PCM • 10 spots for every time your respond or communicate with me or the Divisional Editor • 5 spots for attending the monthly Kiwanis DCM. • 15 spots for each time your Club Secretary turn in a Secretary’s Report • 20 spots for every person that attends a Kiwanis DCM • 10 points for every time your met a deadline I send out • 5 points for being the first responder to an email, Facebook post, etc.
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CLUB OFFICER Clackamas High School: President: Arthur Bookstein Vice President: Peter Le Vice President: Ivan Vilalobos Secretary: Brian Le Treasurer: Louiza Bovaeva Bulletin Editor: Anna Co Faculty Advisor: Robert Hadley Kiwanis Advisor: Roald Berg
Corbett High School: President: Jewel Denney President: Jamie Layton Vice President: Kali Andyke Secretary: Christianna Winters Treasurer: Tadzio Dlugolecki Bulletin Editor: Lindsey Woodard Kiwanis Advisor: Pat Haffner Kiwanis Advisor: Sylvia Maly
Dalles Wahtonka High School: President: Keaton Wallette Vice President: Daniela Leon Secretary: Ale Pena Treasurer: Ricardo Perez Bulletin Editor: Nancy Reyes Faculty Advisor: Paul Viemeister Kiwanis Advisor: Sherry Munro Kiwanis Advisor: John Westhafer
Damascus Christian High School:
President: Ben Wescott Vice President: Bryce Ellis Secretary: Micah Swanson Treasure: Micah Swanson Bulletin Editor: Madison Voitovski Bulletin Editor: Jonah Carpenter Faculty Advisor: Elaine Milsark Faculty Advisor: Andy McClellan Kiwanis Advisor: Laura Parsons
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Gresham High School: President: Andrea Monteblanco Vice President: Emily Smart Secretary: Kaitlyn Franklin Treasurer: Rafael Castellanos-Welsh
Bulletin Editor: Victoria Blanger Faculty Advisor: Bill Chrisholm Faculty Advisor: Jim Gardenhire Kiwanis Advisor: Dick Vaughn
POSITIONS Oregon City High School: President: Caitlyn Van Zandt Vice President: Sinjin White Juker Secretary: Zach Merrick Treasurer: Tony Petrich Bulletin Editor: Zoe Griffith Faculty Advisor: Jeff Allen
Portland Lutheran High School: President: Olivia Nyberg Vice President: Hana Laughton Secretary: Nick Lommasson Treasurer: Regan Garrett Bulletin Editor: Emily Roan Faculty Advisor: Koty Cole Kiwanis Advisor: Bill Ragsdale Kiwanis Advisor: Laura Parsons
Reynolds High School: President: Cynthiana Yang Vice President: Suemeng Vang Secretary: Vanessa Torres Treasurer: Gabby Villegas Faculty Advisor: Kathleen Hull Kiwanis Advisor: Grant McAllister
Sam Barlow High School: President: Ana Parvankin Vice President: Haley Coutts Secretary: Kendall Kissir Treasurer: Ashley DuPuis Bulletin Editor: Josh Crites Faculty Advisor: Annie Peterson Kiwanis Advisor: Laura Parsons Kiwanis Advisor: Bill Ragsdale
Sandy High School: President: Madie Smith Vice President: Rachel Hansen Secretary: Moriah Shay Treasurer: Molly Nutt Bulletin Editor: Grace Knapp Faculty Advisor: Karissa Towse Kiwanis Advisor: JJ Anderson Kiwanis Advisor: Kimberley Nelson
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Contact Information DISTRICT EXECUTIVE BOARD
INTERNATIONAL TRUSTEE
Governor Trang Tran
Roshni Chandwani
pnwgov.trang@gmail.com
roshni.chandwani.kc@gmail.com
District Secretary Hakikat Bains
ADMINISTRATORS
bains.hakikat@gmail.com
District Administrator John Jay
District Treasurer Eric Grewal
jmjay@comcast.net
egrewal1@gmail.com
Assistant District Admin Tom Saunders
District Bulletin Editor Sara Thomas
pnwtoms@gmail.com
slthomas01@gmail.com
Finance Administrator Kevin Buyer
Convention Chair Denny Lim
buyergang@wavecable.com
dwhanlim@gmail.com
DIVISION 66 EXECUTIVE BOARD Lieutenant Governor: Emilee Huey Clackamas High School Emeehuey1521@gmail.com Cell: (503) 701-4321
Divisional Editor: Brian Le Clackamas High School lebrianpnw@gmail.com Cell: (503) 407-4084
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