The Talon of T-O MANSFIELD LAKE RIDGE KEY CLUB
VOLUME 7 | ISSUE 7 | DIVISION 39s | REGION 7
TABLE TABLE OF OF CONTENTS CONTENTS 2
Letter from the Editor
3-6
Monthly Recap
7-8
Service Opportunities
9 - 10
Upcoming Events
11 - 12 Key Hub 13
Article: A Bucket Half Full
14
Divisional Project: Key for Kids
15 - 16
Governor Project: Uplift Through Education
17 - 18
District Project: Nourishing Futures
19
Key Club Programs & Partners
20
Officer Contacts
21
T-O District Staff
22
Regional & Divisional Staff
23
Stay Connected
LETTER LETTER FROM FROM THE THE EDITOR EDITOR Hey Key-uties! HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! I hope that you had fun dressing up, decorating, and eating candy if you do celebrate! As we approach the colder month s, please be sure to dress warmer! It’ s finally becoming sweater weather :D Soon enough it’ll be time for hot chocol ates and bad Hallmark movies!! But I’m getting ahead of myself. Anyways, I hope that you enjoy the newsletter! It’s monster themed (yippee)!
With love, Vikkos >:D
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Blasting spooky music, smells of s’mores wafting through the air, and kids dressed in spooky costumes: it’s the Boo Bash! This year, we had a lot of fun serving our community through hosting games such as football and beanbag toss. It heartwarming to pass out candy to trick-or-treaters! There were a variety of different costumes, like Steve from Minecraft or Mario and Luigi! Thank you to everyone who volunteered, we can’t wait for next year!
3 | MONTHLY RECAP
4 | MONTHLY RECAP
5 | MONTHLY RECAP
We hope that you had more fun splashing the officers than we did getting splashed! Thank you again to everyone who came, we hope to see you at the next social!
6 | MONTHLY RECAP
— ALLIES IN YOUTH | sign up here! WHAT? WHERE? WHEN?
Sort through donated items, make cards, and pack boxes so that they can be sent to orphans in Eastern Europe
1315 FM1187 LOT 115, Mansfield, TX 76063 Every Sunday (except the 1st) from 2:00 PM-4:00 PM
— MISSION MISSION CENTER WHAT?
Work at our local Mansfield Mission Center Thrift Store
| sign up INDIVIDUALLY | sign up IN A GROUP
WHERE?
901 W. Broad St, Mansfield, TX 76063
WHEN?
Monday - Saturday from 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
— FEED THE KIDS WHAT? WHERE? WHEN?
Unload food from a truck and transfer it into a building, unpack boxes and load tables for bagging, work in an assembly for bagging food, and load bags into food pantry vehicles
First Methodist Church, Building D 4:00 PM on Wednesdays
7 | SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
8 | SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
— Veterans day Breakfast banners WHAT?
Help create our Veterans Day Banners! Assembly, names of veterans, cards (5 cards = ½ hour, 1 max)
WHERE? Mrs. Neelley’s Room or Ms. Hensely’s Room (A-308 & A-338 respectively) WHEN?
Afterschool Wednesday and Thursday, November 8th and 9th
— epic fellowship christmas giveaway | sign up Here! WHAT?
Setup/Breakdown decorations, monitor food, supply tables, take photos, and welcome attendees!
WHERE? Danny Jones Middle School WHEN?
Sunday, November 12th 10:30/11:30 - 2:00 PM (Depending on job)
— elevating the elderly | sign up here! WHAT?
Paint and spend time with the elderly!
WHERE? 2281 Country Club Dr, Mansfield, TX 76063 WHEN?
November 18th 2:00 - 5:00 PM
— Thanksgiving chipotle fundraiser WHAT? WHERE? WHEN?
Take a photo of your receipt and email it to lrhskctreasurer@gmail.com for a chance to win a $20 gift card of your choice!
3040 E Broad Street, Mansfield, TX, 76063 Wednesday, November 22nd, 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
9 | UPCOMING EVENTS
☆ Show the flyer on page X or mention Lake Ridge Key Club when paying at the register!
online code: A64ZRBV
— NOVEMBER DCM At 6:30 PM, our LTG Madison Nguyen will hold her October DCM at Market Street. You can also join on zoom!
— NO SCHOOL :) Have a happy Thanksgiving!
MEETING ID: 758 283 3226 PASSCODE: 39sservice
— purchase a key club shirt! Deadline is on Sunday, November 19th! Order here: https://lrhskeyclub.itemorder.com/shop/home/ 10 | UPCOMING EVENTS
“The mystery of human existence lies not in just staying alive, but in finding something to live for.” — Fyodor Dostoevsky
Congratulations to Anh Vu ! To be the next member of the month, rack up as many hours as you can! The member with the most hours at the end of each month are featured in the newsletter!
11 | KEY HUB
Our parent club, the Kiwanis Club of Mansfield, recently celebrated their 50th Anniversary!
Have fun!
Happy birthday to our hours coordinator, Kaitlyn Nguyen, who celebrated her birthday on October 13th! 12 | KEY HUB
a A bucket Bucket half full
Hanna Truong | Mansfield Lake Ridge High School | Division 39 South One day, Danielle Alvarado, our vice president, had proposed that we do a “Splash the Officers” social event as a way to fundraise for the club. At the event, the members would have the opportunity to either pelt an officer with water balloons or to pour buckets of water onto any officer of their choosing. We thought, “It’ll be so much fun! For us and for them”. And so, the preparations began to make this event successful. Two days prior to the event, the Lake Ridge Key Club officers had convened in order to discuss what we needed to bring, where we would keep the supplies, and how we would set up. There was also one major problem we had to address: the weather. It was looking to be an extremely windy, cold week, and that Wednesday was not forecasted to be any different. We hoped the gods would be kind, for we are nothing but humble Key Club officers who do not wish to catch a cold. But all we could do was cross our fingers and pray that the sun would show us its mercy by sharing its warmth on the day of the event. Our prayers were not answered. On October 18th, the gusts of wind were strong enough to lift the snack tables from their place and sweep them away into a tornado containing our hopes and dreams. It was 2:55 PM. The Key Club meeting was going to start in a few minutes, and the plan was to finish setting up by the time the meeting ended. All of the officers- save for Chris, Danielle, and Myla- were bustling about the clearing either establishing the snack table or doing their best to figure out how to use the “cow”. Oh, the “cow”: our greatest foe in our quest to achieve a successful fundraiser. The “cow” was essentially the hose system that we used to fill the buckets and water balloons with water, but it simply would not budge. As our officers ran in and out of the school to search for a wrench, we saw the rest of the Key Club march towards us in the distance. A fellow officer asked for the time. It was 3:18 PM. The meeting had gone by too fast, and we were not prepared. It seemed even time was on the opposing side. We ran. We hustled. We rushed. The members of the Key Club stood a few yards away, watching. Waiting. Just as they began to grow impatient, it was 3:27 PM, and we finished the preparations. Slowly, the members huddled towards us and the event began.
It was not nearly as mortifying as I thought it would be. As my brother and his friend creeped toward me with a gallon bucket full of icy water, I was sure I would perish from pure shock. But I didn’t. I simply looked like a rat who had freshly climbed out of the sewers. Beside me, my fellow officers were also drenched in water, and they, too, trembled in the same way a peasant child who had recently contracted the plague would tremble. It was comforting in a way. Though I may have suffered from slight hypothermia, it made me feel better knowing that the members had fun. In the end, our efforts were not in vain. It was indeed a successful fundraiser; not only that, it was a successful social and bonding experience for those present. I suppose this event simply demonstrates the lengths that us Key Club officers are willing to go to for the sake of bettering the members’ experience in our club.
13 | ARTICLE: NEW BEGINNINGS
KEYS FOR KIDS
A person's childhood plays a large role in their development. Because of this, Keys for Kids is aimed at uplifting children, fostering their overall well-being, and promoting their emotional and social development. Through this year's divisional project, I hope to instill hope, inspire dreams, and shape a brighter future for every child involved.
DIVISIONAL PROJECT
How to participate: organize an pen-pal system with a neighboring elementary school host an arts and crafts night in your community read to kids in at a local library make care packages to send to a children's hospital
14 | DIVISIONAL PROJECT: KEY FOR KIDS
UPLIFT THROUGH EDUCATION Learn t-oday & Build the Leaders of t-omorrow
THE PROJECT: Education is the key element we see in our daily lives; it stems from a variety of topics towards the betterment of one another, and in long term growth, to the actions of individuals. Education is important in the success and continuity of the foundations of Key Club and how we grow as one: through knowledge, sharing our passion, and encouraging others. It provides unity, and it ultimately symbolizes the development for our future. The Governor's Project, Uplift through Education, strives to build the servant leaders of our District to give back to individuals in underprivileged communities through a multitude of community-driven events that focus on the empowerment and importance of education, research, and financial literacy. In addition, this project is intended to highlight that our district, as one, is unified as a team to help people from around the world who do not have access to similar resources and lesson plans to utilize in schools, universities, and beyond. As we rise together, we can uplift the many students, peers, and adults around us. It starts with education - through increasing the culture, teachings, and knowledge - from one person to another. WHY? According to a report studied by the United Nations, over 35% of children and adolescents around the world do not have access to educational resources. Compounding these inequities has created a digital divide which continues to grow, and individuals can face considerable barriers in the future without equal access - over two thirds of the percentage studied faces inaccessible technology usage within their home as well. The importance of uplifting others through education is to provide them with the opportunity to gain experiences and carry on the knowledge they obtain for their future endeavors. Many individuals around the world do not have access to di erent school-based resources because of di ering circumstances. SERVICE IDEAS: Educational workshop program (In-person and Zoom) New topics will be provided monthly ranging from mathematics to literature Write and deliver words of kindness and encouragement to students, teachers, and advisors Tutoring sessions with students
15 | GOVERNOR PROJECT: UPLIFT THROUGH EDUCATION
Create Care Kits for students and teachers School supply drive and fundraiser Collaborate with Schoolhouse Book drive
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me! Email: nidhiraokc@gmail.com
16 | GOVERNOR PROJECT: UPLIFT THROUGH EDUCATION
DISTRICT PROJECT 2023-2024
Nourishing Futures WHAT IS IT? Nourishing Futures is a project with a global mission to empower underdeveloped communities by providing essential resources such as food and water. The primary goal is to foster positive change and nourish the well-being of these communities worldwide.
PURPOSE Recognizing that these communities often face significant challenges due to economic, social, and environmental factors, Nourishing Futures aims to bridge this gap and support individuals around the world. By delivering sustainable solutions and fostering local empowerment, the project seeks to create a ripple effect of positive change, enabling communities to thrive in the long term. Furthermore, Nourishing Futures aims to serve as a catalyst for broader development efforts in these communities. Improved access to food and water lays the foundation for better health, education, and economic opportunities. By working alongside UNICEF and Thirst Project, Nourishing Futures aims to support individuals around the world with the ability to obtain clean health and water based resources.
17 | DISTRICT PROJECT: NOURISHING FUTURES
Monthly Challenges DISTRICT PROJECT 2023-2024
Nutrition and Hydration Education: Conduct educational sessions on the importance of proper nutrition and hydration.
Hygiene Kits: Assemble hygiene kits containing essential items such as soap, toothpaste, and sanitary products for distribution.
Clean-Up Campaigns: Organize community clean-up events to improve hygiene and sanitation.
Food and Water Drives: Organize local food and water drives to collect non-perishable food items and bottled water.
Meal Packaging Events: Collaborate with local organizations and/or food pantries that organize meal packaging events to prepare nutritious meals that can be sent to communities in need.
Water Bottle Refilling Stations: Set up water bottle refilling stations in public spaces, with approval, to encourage the use of reusable bottles and reduce single-use plastic waste.
Nutrition and Hydration Awareness Booths: Set up informational booths at community events or gatherings to provide education on nutrition and hydration.
Mobile Health Clinics: Set up mobile health clinics to reach remote communities and provide medical care and treatment packages.
Community-Based Food Banks: Establish small-scale food banks within the community to facilitate easy access to food resources.
Water and Food Security Mapping: Work with communities to map out water and food resources, identifying areas for improvement.
Community Health Education Videos: Create and distribute educational videos on health, sanitation, and nutrition.
Informational Website/Blog: Create an educational article or website update relating to resources available to support underdeveloped communities with access to basic necessities.
Seed and Plant Swap: Host a seed and plant swap event where community members can exchange seeds and seedlings to start their own gardens, promoting food self-sufficiency.
School Lunch Support: Collaborate with schools to support their lunch programs by donating funds or providing healthy food items for students.
Community Garden Planting: Assist in establishing community gardens in underdeveloped areas to grow fresh produce locally.
Nutrition and Hydration Posters: Design and distribute posters with simple nutrition tips and hydration reminders.
18 | DISTRICT PROJECT: MONTHLY CHALLENGES
Service Partners
Preferred Charities
Member Benefit
Our Programs
19 | KEY CLUB PROGRAMS & PARTNERS
Christopher Do lrhskcpresident@gmail.com @chrissdo
Danielle Alvarado
Myla Huynh
lrhskcvicepresident@gmail.com
lrhskcsecretary@gmail.com @myla.inc
@daniellealvaa
Victoria Tawaran
Hanna Truong
Jude Pham
lrhskceditor@gmail.com @vk.tnn
lrhskcwebmaster@gmail.com @hnntmnt
lrhskctreasurer@gmail.com @helloojuice
Kaitlyn Nguyen lrhskchours@gmail.com @yahelloh
Ella Beason lrhskcservicer@gmail.com @ella.beason
Lananh La lrhskcsocial@gmail.com @lananhlaa
20 | OFFICER CONTACTS
NIDHI RAO (713) 380-5821 | governor@tokeyclub.com @tokeyclub1
VIVIAN LEE (580) 574-2829 | editor@tokeyclub.com @toeditor24
EMILY SEO (918) 927-1419 | secretary@tokeyclub.com @tosec24
CAYSEY TRAN (405) 541-4776 | cl@tokeyclub.com @toledcon24
RIA RANA (469) 468-3675 | treasurer@tokeyclub.com @totreas24
SANJANA KAVULA (214) 585-8049| techpro@tokeyclub.com @towebm24
21 | T-O DISTRICT STAFF
MADISON NGUYEN
(682) 414-5007 | ltg39s@tokeyclub.com @39sservice
CLARENCE MANGLAL-IAN region7@tokeyclub.com
22 | REGIONAL & DIVISIONAL STAFF
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