KEY CLUB
THE OLYMPIAN Lieutenant Governor James Florakis
Division 12
New York District Key Club June
Issue 2
Greetings from your Lieutenant Governor! By Lt. Governor James Florakis
Contents A Message from the Governor
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Articles from the Exec District Board
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Committee Chair Articles
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Past Events
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Club Spotlight!
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Paperwork
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Contact Info
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School is almost out for Summer 2010! I can’t wait to hit the beach, head to summer camp, travel around, and most especially attend the Key Club International Convention in Memphis, Tennessee! It’s going to be a blast! How about you guys? What are you doing this summer and what are you most looking forward to? The summer is also a great time for service, including some unique summeroriented service projects, and a time to further bond with your fellow Key Clubbers! Therefore I am asking each club to hold at least one service project this summer. Although it may be difficult to hold a project on vacation, it is
important to hold at least one since the Key Club service year runs yearlong, from March until March. I find holding a summer project is easiest right after the school year ends in June or before school begins in August. Lastly, our next divisional meeting and our first division project are on June 26 from 4-8 pm! The meeting will last for about an hour and a BBQ and Pool Party will follow. There will be a small admission fee and funds will go to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, a district project and a hospital that the New York District Key Club will be visiting on the tour to International Convention. More information is below. Hope to see you there! If you ever need anything please feel free to shoot me an email or give me a call or you may contact our newly appointed Division Board, which includes Division Executive Assistant Sam Saurez and Division Secretary Caylin Acosta. Full contact information can be found on page 9. Have a smashing summer!
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June 23 - Club Presidents’ RSVP for Divisional June 26 - Divisional Meeting at FDR Park in Yorktown July 3-11 - NYDKC Tour and International Convention
Next Divisional Meeting and Division Project at FDR Park Our next divisional meeting and division project for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital will be held on Saturday, June 26th at the FDR Park in Yorktown from 4-8 pm. After a brief meeting, a BBQ and Pool Party will be held to celebrate the end of the school year and the beginning of summer! There will be a $7 admission fee that will go towards the BBQ, pool, and project for St. Jude’s. All Key Clubbers from Division 12 and their respective Kiwanis Clubs are invited. Club Presidents, please let me know by email how many people from your Key Club and sponsoring Kiwanis Club can attend by Wednesday, June 23. It is extremely important that you get back to me by this date since we need to know how many people are attending for the food and the pool.
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The Olympian
Greetings from your Governor! By Governor Nadyli Nuñez Can you believe we’re already
find out the numbers we will be reaching as well as information
in June? School is almost over
on what the committees are up to.
and summer is rolling in.
If you are not subscribed to the New York
With great weather come
District website (www.nydkc.org), what are you waiting for? Go
many great events that are
to the homepage and subscribe! Encourage your Key Club
calling Key Clubbers for help!
friends to subscribe as well. It won’t take more than twenty sec-
Answer their call! Get a
onds because all you need is your name and email address.
group of friends, volunteer together and have some sum-
Alright everyone, hold on tight. The school year is almost over. Finish strong!
mer fun. Many people will travel during this upcoming vacation but before the end of the school year, find out who is staying and exchange contact information so you can volunteer together. You will not only help others but you might make a new friend. Since the last newsletter, the District Board has decided on the ten District Projects and established the Governor’s Project. We have also established goals for this year that I know we will achieve. Committees are currently working on how to reach the goals easier for you. They are creating future publications just for you. Read the articles in this issue and you will
Executive Assistant Intro & Duties By Executive Assistant Jillian Harmon Executive Assistant? What’s that? Well, an Executive Assistant is an appointed position in the New York District Key Club. This year I am proud to introduce myself as the 2010-2011 Executive Assistant to the New York District! My name is Jillian Harmon and this year I will be working alongside Governor Nadyli and the Executive Board in helping make this Key Club service year the most productive and exciting year yet! I’m aware of the obstacles that face every Lieutenant Governor and I plan to make their year as successful and as stress-free as possible in addition to assisting Governor Nadyli with the myriad number of tasks she has to complete as our Governor of the NY District. I look forward to meeting each of you over the upcoming year! Have an exciting and service-packed Summer!
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Connecting Secretaries
Connecting Treasurers
By Secretary Grace Na
By Treasurer Safanah T Siddiqui
The office of club secretary is probably one of the hardest jobs a person can take on. You frantically take minutes, do attendance, and fill out all the forms that need to be sent to the district. In addition to that, you still need to go above and beyond in committing yourself to volunteering. To help make your life run more smoothly I will be creating a Google group this year. This Google group will consist of all the club secretaries. This group will allow me to contact all of you at once so it is easier for me to fill you in on what forms need to be handed in. Also, if you have any questions you can always email me or even post up an update on the Google group so other secretaries can help you as well and give you suggestions. It’s important that all of us are communicating with each other so your club and district runs smoothly. I’m very excited to begin working with all of you!
Have you heard of Google groups? As you may or may not know, several lieutenant governors have made groups for their divisions on Google or Yahoo. As your District Treasurer, I am currently working on creating a Google group exclusively for club treasurers. The Google group will serve as a mailing list for me to update all club treasurers directly rather than through lieutenant governors or other district officers. Such updates will include information on dues payments and other reminders for club officers. In addition to serving as a simple way for you to contact me, the group may also be used for club treasurers to contact each other. Members of the group will be allowed to post discussion topics that other members may reply to. Through this collaboration, frequently asked questions will be answered, as well as ideas will be shared and spread. As a result, I will be given a better idea of what the treasurers need to improve the mighty New York District.
Service Spotlight Submissions for the Empire Key
Webmaster’s Message
By Editor Jensen Cheong
By Webmaster Emily Lew
The Empire Key is the official publication of the New York District Key Club. It serves as a tool and reference to Key Clubbers. However, the Empire Key is also a place where the successes of club projects and club service events are celebrated and shared. As a district that ranges from the vibrant urban city life to the peaceful rural towns, Key Clubbers accomplish the same mission through different means. These measures should inspire others and evolve into future successes. That is why the Service Spotlight section of the Empire Key is very important not only to the hosting club but the Key Clubbers around the state. I encourage all clubs to submit articles of their projects and events for publication in the Empire Key. This can be done through the district website, www.nydkc.org, under “Club Resources” or it can be emailed to me at jensencheong.editor@nydkc.org. As we celebrate one club’s accomplishments, we inspire a dozen other clubs to host successful events, thus creating a stronger spirit of service and a greater district.
Hi Key Clubbers! I, Emily Lew, am your new Webmaster for this year and it’s great to be part of the Key Club family and have a chance to be able to help Key Club via technological services. I’ve noticed that the NYDKC website has been used very frequently for the past years and it’s great that it has helped all of you so much! If you haven’t used the site to your advantage, I strongly encourage it because it’s a great way to keep up with Key Club news outside of your school as well. Our past webmasters have made a quite large mailing list, so feel free to subscribe if you haven’t’ already done so to keep yourselves updated with Key Club! This year I would like to use the site to increase communication among the Board and the other Key Clubbers. Also, the service spotlight will continue being a very important part of the site; because one great project idea can inspire another so don’t forget to tell us about your school Key Club’s great accomplishments! Hope you all enjoy your summer!
June
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Keys to Education By Lt. Governor Nicole Murray The Governor's Project, “Keys to Education�, for the 2010-2011 service year focuses on the reading and learning aspects of education. This project is designed to include all age groups, from toddlers to senior citizens, as well as all types of people, such as the blind and under-privileged. The Governor's Project Committee is currently compiling a packet of ideas to help clubs get involved. Some ideas so are include throwing a "Dress Like Your Favorite Book Character" dance, organizing a book drive, and playing brain stimulating games with nursing home residents. Clubs should also feel free to come up with their own project ideas as well. Look for the Governor's Project idea packet coming soon!
District Projects By Lt. Governor Rhea Singh The new District Projects for the 2010-2011 service year have been selected! This year the New York District Executive Board has chosen ten charities to endorse financially. It ranges from the large American Cancer Society to the smaller Fisher House. Whether you are aware of the charity or not, click on its link, read its description, because each and every charity is fantastic in its own way. This can be done via www.nydkc.org. The District Board has also set a goal of how much money to raise for these charities. The verdict is $175,000. Yes, it is quite an ambitious goal. However, I know that together, as the Mighty New York District we can achieve and very possibly surpass this goal! Together, Key Clubbers of New York, we will achieve this goal. As you pick new service projects, and decide upon what charities you want your club to support, never forget the Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Center, Kamp Kiwanis, and the Pediatric Lyme Disease Foundation, our Kiwanis sponsored charities. Do not fail to remember these charities as summer rolls around; support them and think of the people you could be helping. Now, Key Clubbers, check out the charities for the 2010-2011 Key Club year right now at www.nydkc.org!
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International Projects and Programs By Lt. Governor Susanna Novick The International Projects and Programs that Key Club International is affiliated with are Live 2 Learn, March of Dimes, UNICEF, and Children’s Miracle Network. Our affiliation with these charities assists us in helping others by allowing us to direct our efforts to special areas of need that can end up making a substantial impact for millions of people worldwide.
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March of Dimes is a charity that works to give all babies a fighting chance against the threats to
their health. (NYDKC Goal: $12,000 and 7500 hours)
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UNICEF advocates for the protection of children's rights and helps expand their opportunities so
they reach their full potential. (NYDKC Goal: $42,000 and 25,500 hours)
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The Children's Miracle Network generates funds and awareness for the benefit of children and its member hospitals. (NYDKC Goal: $12,000 and 7500 hours)
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Live 2 Learn focuses on helping children overcome learning obstacles so they can be successful and give back to their home, school and community. (NYDKC Goal: 8,000 hours)
To reach our goals, we need to:
1. Spread the word. Stress the importance of international projects and programs and tell them our goals for the district. Show them exactly what they can do to make a difference.
2. Think of creative ideas to fundraise. Some innovative fundraising ideas are: a. Having a bake sale at a divisional or school wide function b. Having a movie night or bowling night or a Stay-Awake-A-Thon. c. Hosting a dance, talent show or Battle of the Bands typed fundraiser. You can charge an admission fee at the door and sell refreshments.
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Our First Divisional By Lt. Governor James Florakis On Friday, May 21st from 6 to 9 pm a collaboration of 45 Key Club members from various clubs throughout Division 12, Kiwanians, and guests attended Division 12’s first Divisional Meeting for the 2010-2011 service year! Of these people included Yonkers Kiwanian Mr. Rocco Riti, who is the Past Kiwanis Lieutenant Governor, and Mr. Frank Riti, who is the President of Yonkers Kiwanis. They donated more than enough food including chips, cookies, pizza, drinks, and cake! We were also extremely lucky to have the New York District Key Club Governor Nadyli Nuñez with us! It was great to have Governor Nadyli in attendance since she gave me amazing tips for my next divisional and she enjoyed meeting many of the Key Clubbers who attended. The Divisional Meeting was really informative. At the divisional, various things were discussed such as the past Leadership Training Conference, the upcoming International Convention, our official Division 12 Newsletter “The Olympian”, and the recent Key Club Webinar (described below). After the general meeting, a President’s Council Meeting was held in which we went over paperwork and shared some amazing ideas for future projects! After these meetings, we had an awesome time meeting other Key Clubbers and we had a chance for icebreakers, such as “Quack-Delioso” and manhunt.
Key Club Webinar By New Rochelle President Emily George On Tuesday, May 25th, I was able to attend the Key Club Webinar, one of the more fabulous events of this year for me personally in Key Club. It was my very first time experiencing such a thing as tuning in to a live broadcast to hear someone speak and give a presentation via Internet. I did not know what to expect and all I knew was that it was mainly about officer positions. That night, as I sat listening to the webinar, everything about the positions in Key Club was made much clearer to me by the speaker, Florida Lieutenant Governor David Velasquez. In addition to a fantastic overview of each officer’s duties, the question and answer period following the webinar was extremely helpful. It was somewhat comforting to know that many other Key Clubbers across the world faced similar difficulties and had many similar questions as I did. What was even better was that Velasquez gave really great answers to all the questions that were asked, some of which were similar to mine. Granted, some questions remained unanswered, but the fact that he could address a number of questions that I had personally had was truly amazing. That one hour on the webinar was anything but a waste of time, so when the next one comes around, I strongly encourage everyone to attend!
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Club Spotlight! Ramapo High School Key Club: Relay for Life By Ramapo Secretary Raven Stokes
Relay for Life is an American Cancer Society event designated to raising money for cancer research and to celebrating cancer survivors. Groups and Teams of people gather for this fun, overnight occasion. During the event, teams of people gather at different locations and take turns walking or running laps around a field. Each team should have at least one member on the track; everyone can walk around the track at least once and someone must be walking at all times. The main idea of the relay is that cancer never sleeps and neither should we in the search for a cure. The relay we will be participating in takes place Saturday, June 12- Sunday, June 13, 2010. The event is located in the Rockland Community College Eugene Levy Field house. There is a $10 commitment fee. Ramapo High School has 15 volunteers who have accomplished raising over 200 dollars as our starting donation with more and more being fundraised.
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The Olympian
Paperwork Status District Secretary Grace Na’s Paperwork Chart (as of June 4) - Even if you have handed me your Election Report Form, please be sure to send it to District Secretary Grace Na and District Administrator Mr. Lowenberg as well. And make sure you are getting your MRFs in on time! Club Presidents and VPs, don’t forget to send in your Club Statuses as well. ERF and MRF Chart
ERF
Mar
April
May
Alexander Hamilton
Ardsley
Mamaroneck
Mount Vernon
New Rochelle
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X
North Rockland
Ramapo
Rye Neck
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Saunders
Spring Valley
X X
Ursuline
Woodlands
Yonkers
Yorktown Heights
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Contact Information New York District Executive Board •
Governor Nadyli Nuñez nadylinunez.gov@nydkc.org
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New York District Division 12 nydkc12board@gmail.com •
Secretary Grace Na gracena.sec@nydkc.org
(914) 523-2837
Treasurer Safanah Siddiqui
329 Stuart Drive
safanahsiddiqui.treas@nydkc.org
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Lieutenant Governor James Florakis jamesflorakis.ltg@nydkc.org
Editor Jensen Cheong jensencheong.editor@nydkc.org
New Rochelle, NY 10804
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Division Secretary Caylin Acosta curly93@optonline.net
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Webmaster Emily Lew (845) 709-7809
emilylew.tech@nydkc.org
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Executive Assistant Jillian Harmon
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jillianharmon.ea@nydkc.org
Division Executive Assistant Samantha Suarez nycubana93@aim.com (914) 882-5428
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Kiwanis Committee Member Mr. Ed Sexton ed.sexton@asmnet.com (914) 523-6126
New York District Committee Chairs •
Governor’s Project - Lt. Governor Nicole Murray
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sharifmahfouz.ltg@nydkc.org
nicolemurray.ltg@nydkc.org
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District Projects - Lt. Governor Rhea Singh
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International Projects and Programs - Lt. Governor
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yasminsoliman.ltg@nydkc.org
James Florakis
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Advocacy - Lt. Governor Katie Cieplicki katiecieplicki.ltg@nydkc.org
Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Center - Lt. Governor Yasmin Soliman
New Club Building and Reactivation - Lt. Governor
jamesflorakis.ltg@nydkc.org
Public Relations - Editor Jensen Cheong jensencheong.editor@nydkc.org
Susanna Novick susannanovick.ltg@nydkc.org
Kiwanis-Family Relations - Lt. Governor Dylan Gross dylangross.ltg@nydkc.org
rheasingh.ltg@nydkc.org
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Distinguished Key Clubber - Lt. Governor Sharif Mahfouz
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Laws and Regulations - Executive Assistant Jillian Harmon jillianharmon.ea@nydkc.org
For contact information of the entire New York District Board, please visit: www.nydkc.org/board/contacts
Fun Fact! The Key Club colors are: blue for unwavering character, gold for service, and white for purity.
Reminders! •
Visit the New York District Key Club website at www.nydkc.org
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Submit articles and pictures of exciting projects from your club to: District Editor Jensen Cheong (jensencheong.editor@nydkc.org) District Webmaster Emily Lew (emilylew.tech@nydkc.org)
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Pass on this newsletter to all your friends