The official publication of the empire division Volume 1. Issue 5. November 2012
Welcome Empire! It’s good to be creating another newsletter since I know we skipped October. However, the divisional website was launched so if you haven’t checked it out already, go for it! http://kelchancki.wix.com/empire I’m glad to hear that everyone’s been doing well and completing so many service hours. How do I know this? Because all MRF’s from Empire have been sent in! I love hearing about your “CKI moment” stories and the events you’ve been attending. This was extremely evident at the attendance of both DLSSP and NYS. Finally, I would like to thank everyone who came to the October divisional meeting once again. It was one of the most successful meeting all year and I’m anticipating for us to keep this trend up.
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Welcome…………..…………………………….1 Division Updates……………………..………2 Service Spotlight…………………………………3
NYCKI Love: DLSSP…………..…………………4 NYCKI Love: New York Speaking…..………5 Reminders and Updates…………….………….6 Look Forward to:…………….…………………….7
Empire Body, Mind and Service Saturday March 2nd 2012, 12:00PM5:00PM Bayside High School Gym Our end-of-the-year divisional fundraiser for our divisional project, Kiwanis Pediatric Lyme Disease, is well on its way to being planned! Start asking your friends and family to save the date to join us for a day of yoga and Zumba. Also, please keep up the support by attending divisional meetings and by getting those letters out to your local businesses to sponsor the event. If you do not have the letter template, contact me or visit the divisional website. ountain “Today is your day, your m way.” is waiting. So get on your
KPLD Funds: July Divisional:
$16.32
August Divisional:
$7.62
K-Family Picnic:
$382.25
September Divisional:
$7.16
October Divisional:
$17.25
Total:
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We will also be hosting a restaurant fundraiser at the 42nd Street, Times Square Applebees on Thursday February 28th 2013. The event is all day so save the date now and enjoy a meal at Applebee’s in order for a percentage of your bill to be donated to KPLD!
$430.60
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Kid’s Day at La Guardia Airport Back in September, the Circle K club at Vaughn College of Aeronautics and Technology partook in Kid’s Day at La Guardia Airport. Children and their family were able to enjoy a day filled with tours, food, and fun as Vaughn’s Circle K members worked with students from Aviation High School as well as other high school to keep things flow smoothly and safely. It was a beautiful day for people to be more educated on the different types of planes and equipment used at airports and it was a pleasure meeting the managers as well as other officials that work at La Guardia Airport and the Port Authority. They walked us through the process and what we were going to do during the events and it was a great experience.
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I had lost my way and DLSSP helped me get back on the right path. Going from an executive board position on Key Club as one of the most active clubs in its division to a school where Circle K did not even exist was a huge culture shock to me. The lack of such an organization that had offered me the security and happiness as I had in high school was shocking. When Kelly offered me, an ordinary person, who wasn’t even in a chartered Circle K club, a chance to participate in Empire Division events, I felt out of place. I felt awkward and like I didn’t belong. All the other participants were already part of established organizations. I was just an outsider looking in. But participating in DLSSP changed everything. I was grateful to have been given the opportunity to clean up a farm and nature trail and repaint the walls of a soup kitchen. It was hard work, but the accomplishments we achieved were real. I was thrust from a state of self- doubt and non- belief to a whole new world. There were kindhearted people who not only believed in themselves but also in changing the world around them. I saw the passion that people had to doing service, helping others and changing the world. I saw the development of leaders that weekend. It mattered not what current position anyone held or what project they participated in. Everyone came together as one to help those in need. We were united. This moment was inspiring. I went from close mindedness to a moment of inspiration. The spirit and pride people had for their organization was what inspired me to re- charter a chapter at St. John’s. I am inspired to spread the same life- changing moments. I am inspired to take what I’ve learned from DLSSP and use it to shape the world around me. Ada Lee St. John’s CKI Public Relations Chair
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On the weekend of November 9th – 11th 2012, over 80 members of the New York District of Circle K International came together for the its annual New York Speaking (NYS) conference. Held in the Georgian Inn at Lake George, NYS focused on CKI’s fellowship tenant. The weekend began with the club spirit opening dinner where members showed off their home club’s pride. This night instills an amazing sense of QCCKI pride for me. We painted our faces to say “QC;” some members even painted their entire faces red and blue! We also got to show off two of our beautifully crafted banners and shout out or CKI/Dr.Seuus themed cheer, which won the roll call cheer contest! After dinner members got to create some new bonds and open up to each other as adversity was discussed. Finally, Friday night concluded with Kindergarden Night where we got to play with play-doh, board games and crafts. Most people ended up staying up nearly all night, so when morning came, members got the chance to attend different workshops. The workshops varied from personal development to leadership styles to science projects and more. Saturday also consisted of making notebooks and PB&J sandwiches for those in need. We ended the night with a formal dance, a dance and my favorite, the dress your presidents contest! Mariana and Daniel looked amazing as the Grinch and the Cat in the Hat. When morning came, NYS closed the weekend with brunch, raffles, fun awards and chances for us to make new memories most of all. The weekend came to an end too quick and I can’t wait to see everyone at District Convention, if not before!
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MRF’s are due the or hours to be whether there are fund pire has 100% of the Em ly, nt rre Cu . ed rd co re majority of them have MRF’s handed in and tulations and moving been on time! Congra d aim to get these forward, keep it up an MRF’s in on time each
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CON will b e held on the weeke March 22nd nd of – March 24th in Albany, NY and the New York District is in viting you and your c lub.
The Queens College executive board has been updated to the following members: President – Mariana Terranova – Mterranova.nycki@gmail.com Vice President – Shabad Sarpal – shabadsarpal@gmail.com Secretary – Cher Armstrong – speedyhobbit@aol.com Treasurer – Daniel Pierre-Pierre – pierrepierre.cki@gmail.com Editor – Chandanie Persaud – cpersad1530@yahoo.com
Sadly, the 2012-2013 service year more than half way over (7 months in). This means to look over the goals made at the start of the year and ensuring that you and your club is on track in terms of goal completion. It’s not too late to plan accordingly and to catch up if you are “behind.” We want to finish stronger than we started. This also means that it is time to consider leadership positions for the 2013-2014 CKI year. If you are interested in running for a position whether is be on the club level, division or district level, please speak to the individual whom holds the current position you are considering.
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11/25/2012 – Hurricane Relief in Rockaway – 10:00AM – more information TBA 11/28/2012 – November Divisional – 6:00PM – Vaughn College ** Bring toy donates for Hour Children, preferably new or in very good condition! 12/6/2012 – QCCKI’s Rock to Eliminate – 6:00PM – QC Student Union Ballroom 2/28/2013 – Applebee’s Dine to Donate – All day – 42nd Street Applebee’s 3/2/2013 – Empire Body, Mind and Service – 12:00PM-5:00PM – Bayside High School Gym 3/22-24/2013 – 51st Annual District Convention! Hotel Albany, Albany, NY
The next divisional meeting is up on the list of events but I would like to highlight that the November divisional will be on
Want more details on something?
Wednesday November 28th at Vaughn
Don’t be afraid to contact me:
College, please strive to arrive by 6:00PM
Call or text: 718-757-5687 Divisional e-mail: bqe.nycki@gmail.com Personal e-mail: kelchan.cki@gmail.com Divisional Website: kelchan.wix.com/empire Skype: pb_kelly Facebook.com/kelchansayss Or, it might be in a previous newsletter. All newsletters can be viewed at: http://issuu.com/kelchan.cki
but no later than 6:00PM. If you have never been to Vaughn College, please incorporate extra travel time for public transportation issues and/or getting lost. Each divisional has its unique value and we depend on you for Empire support!
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