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A LETTER FROM YOUR DNE A LETTER FROM YOUR LTG MAY DCM: THIRST TAKEOVER JUNE RECOGNITION MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS FAIR OC MARATHON SPOTLIGHT ON SERVICE SAVE THE DATE!
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A LETTER FROM YOUR division news editor Hello SUNS!
Summer is finally here! What are your plans for this 2 month long break from school? For me, I'm planning on taking SAT/ACT classes, traveling to Japan, and attending yearbook camp at Pepperdine University. And of-course, continuing to volunteer for Key Club events! Remember, Key Club does NOT stop during the summer!! We are still very active. Are there any division and/or regional events you're looking forward to during the summer? I'm extremely excited to be attending my first Beach Boomba. In this newsletter, you'll be able to find updates on our division. You can also review the past month and preview what's coming up! Remember to keep an eye out for updates on the D30S FB page and enjoy that summer sun! You've worked hard all year for it! Keep Shining Suns!
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A LETTER FROM YOUR lieutenant governor What's Poppin' Suns! I hope summer is treating all of you well! I can't believe it's already been 3 months into the term! Time sure does fly by when you're having fun. To think that in just 3 months, it will be Fall  Rally, in 5 months we'll elect a new LTG and in 9 months I will be out of here! I hope you all spend your time in Key Club to its fullest. One thing for sure is that Key Club doesn't stop during the summer time! The Division and your club both offer service and social events to take part in! My favorite event has to be our annual Beach Boomba. This was the first event I attended as a member and it changed my view of key club. I hope to see you there, especially if it will be your first time! Other than that, I hope you all have a great summer! Remember, don't be afraid to come up at talk to me, I love meeting the reasons I love to serve this division!
- anjika morari
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MAY DCM: THIR MAY 19,
SOO PARK || LOARA The May DCM educated Key Clubbers about the global water crisis, informing them about the struggles that Africans overcome daily to get a scant amount of dirty, unsafe water. The individuals are forced to march miles front and back, often barefoot, with heavy containers full of water to avoid dying from thirst. Attendees were able to experience a fraction of the Africans’ hardship by carrying a jug of water from one end of the gym to the other. Despite the better conditions, many struggled to carry the container from one end to the next; some even carried the container in pairs. This helped us better understand the difficulties that those who lack water face. Additionally, it helped raise awareness and a sense of altruism among the attendees. In support of all the ones who are struggling, we made bracelets in the colors blue, yellow, and red. Overall, the May DCM was a true learning experience and a wake-up call for action.
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RST TAKEOVER 2018
NATALIE MELENDEZ || OXFORD ACADEMY
This month I attended the May DCM, the Thirst Takeover. I was excited because I’d previously heard about the Thirst Project, but I'd never really looked into it. Needless to say, that day I learned a great deal about the water crisis in third world countries. After listening to a very informative presentation by a representative from the Thirst Project, I became more aware of the health consequences due to a lack of clean water and the struggle to even collect water. No one was safe from the contaminated waters--not even children, mothers, or fathers. The Thirst Project strives to supply such countries with clean water, and with the help of many young people, they’ve brought clean water and smiles to a countless number of communities. At the end of the presentation, a flash donation was held in order to raise money for this organization. And by the end of the day, we had raised over $100. We also made bracelets for the members of communities with newly installed water wells which deliver fresh, clean, safe water. I left the DCM feeling inspired and with a full heart because, big or small, we had made a difference in someone’s life.
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JUNE RECOGNITION MEMBER AJ NATIVIDAD OF THE MONTH: W E S T E R N OFFICER TIFFANY NGUYEN OF THE MONTH: K E N N E D Y SECRETARY ADRIEN PHAN CYPRESS OF THE MONTH: MOST FUNDS RAISED W H I T N E Y OF THE MONTH: KEY CLUB 7
SHINING CLUBS of the month 1st 2nd 3rd
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MENTAL HEALTH AW BRITTNEY LE || OXFORD ACADEMY
Throughout the busy month of April, in preparation for finals and AP testing, I didn’t volunteer as much. My first volunteering event of the term was on May 5, at the AUHSD Mental Health Awareness Fair. This event took a good four hours out of my morning, but it was all worth it in the end. Waking up bright and early, at 7 AM, following a long week of school, was a struggle, but it was a cost I was more than willing to pay to volunteer. The Mental Health Awareness Fair was held in the parking lot of the Anaheim Union High School District Office and hosted a variety of booths, ranging from OCAPICA to a farmer’s market. I arrived at the AUHSD office at 8 AM and made my way into the building, searching for the volunteer booth. Upon my arrival, I saw a crowd of people, setting up their booths and putting out their goodies, along with a table of donuts, chips, and drinks for volunteers and vendors. Finally finding the people in charge, they provided me with an AUHSD Mental Awareness themed shirt and assigned me to the farmer’s market. Other volunteers were stationed at various other areas of the fair, such as holding up signs for directions or helping out at the crafts booth. Personally, I didn’t explore the fair much myself, as I stayed at the farmer’s market, but there were many booths handing out freebies, informing the public about mental health, and holding raffles. At the farmer’s market, we volunteers were each given a table, which we had to restock as the families came by. The farmer’s market had a wide variety of food, including produce like apples, oranges, and yams, along with snacks such as Nutter Butters and Wheat Thins. Although it was a bit slow at first, the crowd began to flood in as the morning went on. Being able to give back to the community and see so many happy faces was definitely worth the early morning volunteering. Many families were thankful to have food on their tables for the week. I can surely say that volunteering is always worth it because it allows me to do something meaningful with my time and gives me a nice break from studying. Specifically, it’s these types of events–events that have a physical and mental impact on society–that are worth dedicating my time to.
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MAY 5,
WARENESS FAIR 2018 KRISHA MAE ARCE || SAVANNA
Hello, Suns! My name is Krisha Mae Arce, and I am one of the two bulletin editors of Savanna High School. On May 5, I was one of the volunteers for the Mental Health Awareness Fair hosted at the AUHSD District Office. The fair featured vendors and booths at the front of the district office that provided resources and information about mental health. There were four different presentation rooms, two focusing on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE) or trauma, and schoolbased mental health. However, all those presentations were for those 18 and older. For the youth, there was a shaded area outside for arts and crafts. Overall, its purpose was to educate parents and families about mental health services, how to prevent and intervene before anything worse occurs, and services for substance abuse. This event was very touching to me because it signifies that we, as a community, are stepping forward to bring awareness to mental health. Events like these are important, and I hope more people attend them!
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OC MARATHON
MAY 5, 2018
ISHA BHAKTA || JOHN F. KENNEDY The fourteenth annual OC marathon weekend began on May 5th, 2018. Children and adults gathered at the OC Fair and Event Center to participate in one of the many events taking place that day. The OC Fair and Event coordinators were preparing to host other events that were going to take place the next day such as the marathon, the half marathon, and the 5K run. Everyone was buzzing with anticipation and excitement, including myself! There were three events planned for that weekend. The 5K Run and the Kids Run The OC Event on Saturday were composed of joyous and ecstatic children. The Kids Run the OC Event lets students complete twenty-five miles after school over the course of a couple of months and allows them to complete their marathon at the OC Fair and Event Center.
I participated in Kids Run The OC when I was ten and remember how excited I was through every part of the race. It was unbelievable seeing how many people were committed to running despite the physical and mental strain. At the event, I handed out bibs to the halfmarathon and marathon runners that were going to run the following day. I loved seeing how passionate the athletes were when I gave them their bibs. I also saw other Key Clubbers from different divisions and worked with them at the OC Marathon. Jaelyn Faraone wrote that “it was super fun to work with other Key Clubbers from Division 04 North. We were able to bond while volunteering and I think that’s something really special.” 12
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GO OUT
july focus background Today’s youth has become accustomed to sitting indoors and looking at screens. Whether it be phones, laptops, or video games there are fewer kids going outside to enjoy the warm summer sun. This hasn’t helped at all in fighting the growing global obesity epidemic in our world. In the month July, let’s encourage our Key Clubbers and our communities to live a healthier lifestyle, and what better way to do so by going outdoors and serving! If we serve together as one district, we can make a difference that’ll change the world!
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event ideas LOCAL RUNS & MARATHONS Summertime is filled with runs held by different local organizations, or even the city. Typically, these runs require a large number of volunteers to pass out drinks, act as route monitors, or help with registration. You can use the internet to find local runs, call the person in charge, and negotiate a way to have members go and volunteer.
NATURE CLEAN-UP A simple and local service project you can easily plan during summer is a cleanup! This event can happen anywhere there is nature such as parks, creeks, beaches, and more! Pick a date and time that works with the members of your club and head to the nearest nature location to pick up trash and recycle plastic bottles! You can encourage members to bring extra gloves and trash bags to make the event a success. One way to make this a fun activity is to invite other clubs—the more, the merrier! Just make sure you have chaperones at your event to ensure all your club members are safe. Also, feel free to organize a hike or nature walk right after the event for a fun and healthy experience! 15
fundraiser ideas CAR WASH It’s summer! Now is the perfect time to have a car wash with your club! Ask for donations, and plenty of people will be happy to give as long as you explain what charity you’re donating to. Find an open park, school, or parking lot where you can wash cars. Then gather all of the supplies such as sponges, car soap, rags, and water. A car wash is much more eco-friendly than going to a gas station or car wash! Remember to BEE Clean CNH!
SUMMER PICNIC & GAMES The summer sun and the great outdoors are calling you to go outside and relax. A great way to enjoy the weather with friends and raise money is with a picnic! Charge a small price, grill hot dogs or burgers, and plan fun and activities at your local park! Ideas for games can range from anything between water fights to a summer olympics. You can further extend the invite outside of Key Club and encourage members of your community to enjoy summer outside and support Key Club.
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save the date
july dcm: beach boomba @ huntington beach on july 21
division goals 30,000 hours of service $7,000 to PTP 1,350 dues paid members fund a well for thirst project ($12,000) 17
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CONTACT Anjika Morari lieutenant governor d30s.cnhkc.ltg@gmail.com
leonel contreras executive assistant leonelcontreras081@gmail.com
vicky lam
executive assistant vicky.lam848@gmail.com
kayla kim
division secretary kaylamirae@gmail.com
trinh tran
division news editor d30s.cnhkc.dne@gmail.com REGION ADVISORS: MR. BARRY (fbarry642@gmail.com)Â || MRS. PONG (epong119@aol.com)
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