January newsletter

January Newsletter

The Year of the Key Clubber!

Division 2

Spotlights: William FloydPresident Patrick sends out weekly updates LindenhurstSecretary Zarina sends out minutes after every meeting Pat- MedPresident Tiffany makes a prezi for every meeting

Lieutenant Governor’s Greeting Hi Division 2!

In this newsletter, there will be a recap of 2015, I hope 2016 has been Leadership Training off to a good start! It is Conference News and the Year of the Monkey more! or the Year of the Key Clubber! ;) 2015 was an amazing year and I Upcoming Events: know 2016 will be even 1. February better! For those of you Divisional at the applying to college, Copiague High Good luck! (Remember School CafĂŠ on to join or start a CircleK) Saturday the 27th from 1- 3pm

Instagram: @NYDKCD2 Twitter: @NYDKCD2 Facebook Group and Page Yours in service and passion, Lt. Governor Alexis Warren (717)856-5417 alexiswarren.ltg@nydkc.org

2015 Recap

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The Eliminate Project With The Eliminate Project, Kiwanis International and UNICEF have joined forces to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus. Neonatal tetanus kills one baby every nine minutes—nearly 60,000 newborn children every year. The effects of the disease are excruciating—tiny newborns suffer repeated, painful convulsions and extreme sensitivity to light and touch. To eliminate MNT from the Earth, 129 million mothers and their future babies must be

immunized. This requires vaccines, syringes, safe storage, transportation, thousands of skilled staff and more. It will take $110 million—and the dedicated work of UNICEF and every member of the Kiwanis family.

lifesaving health care. The end of this one disease means the beginning of better health for so many families.

To stay up-to-date, sign up for The Eliminate Project's e-mail newsletter and visit www.TheEliminateProject. org for more information.

Now, together, they are eliminating MNT from the face of the Earth. In doing so, the project will reach the poorest, most neglected mothers and babies with additional

Key Club International Website Highlight I encourage everyone to check out a story on the Key Club International Website called Starting at the Bottom: A Key Clubber’s Story by Elaine Le. Elaine is a junior from one of our sister districts, the California-NevadaHawaii District. She talks about losing an election and what Key Club means to her. It truly is interesting to see what her view is!

Kiwanis Pediatric Lyme Disease Foundation The Lyme Disease problem was brought to Kiwanis' attention during 2000-01 when New York District Gov. John Gridley vowed to do something to help children afflicted with this terrible disease. The Lyme Disease Project was quickly set up to help pay for medical treatment for children with this disease.

Unfortunately most insurance companies do not pay for its treatment, which is very expensive. As of May 2014, the foundation had paid $269,000 for pediatric treatment. Lyme Disease is caused by bacteria usually transmitted by the deer tick. It is a scary possibility to consider for New York State residents who enjoy spending time outside during the summer months. Lyme Disease may affect the brain in many ways. The spirochete which causes Lyme Disease can invade the central nervous system within days to a week of initial skin infection. People who are not treated until later may have a more complicated outcome.

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The Year of the Key Clubber!

Paperwork Report Form Submission is below. The pink is election report

M onthly Report Forms and Lieutenant Governor Evaluation Forms are due the 7th of every month.

forms. The dark orange is monthly report forms for the month of April.

The light orange is monthly report forms for the month of May. The light green is the monthly report forms for the month of June. The darker green is for the month of August. The mint is the report forms for August.

The light blue is for the month of September. The dark blue is for the month of October. The purple is for the month of November. The last purple is for the month of December.

District Board Contact Information District Governor Hanna Nichols: Hannanichols.gov@nydkc.org District Executive Assistant Matt Garber: mattgarber.ea@nydkc.org District Secretary Zainab Nathani: zainabnathani@nydkc.org District Chair Rik k i Larios: ricardolarios.chair@nydkc.org District Treasurer Donna Yu: donnayu.treas@nydkc.org District Editor Angelica Mehta: angelicamehta.editor@nydkc.org District Webmaster Tanya Hao: tanyahao.tech@nydkc.org

“Have a little fun.”

Major Emphasis In 1946, Key Club International challenged all Key Clubs and members to focus energies on making an international impact. This program still is followed today through the Major Emphasis: “Children: Their Future, Our Focus.” Dive in to find information on popular service projects, as well as resources, support materials and how-to guides to help pull them off. Download our service project directory, filled with ideas for hands-on and fundraising service opportunities. Projects are divided into levels of difficulty, easy, moderate, and difficult, to help you get started with whatever type of project you are interested in tackling. Don't shy away from harder projects, as the planning and execution effort intensifies, so do the rewards!

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Nickelodeon

“Keep it simple.”

Nickelodeon joined the Kiwanis family as a 2013 Vision Partner of Kiwanis International with a focus on its Big Help initiative, which addresses issues in service, education, the environment and health. Learn more about Nickelodeon’s Big Help efforts, the Halo Awards program and Day of Play at pro-social.nick.com or nick.com/thebighelp.

Rustic Pathways Key Club Co-Sponsor Rustic Pathways has 30 years of experience leading exceptional international education and service programs for students. With over

130 programs in 20 countries, Rustic Pathways is the global leader in its field. Recognizing our shared values, Rustic Pathways has partnered with Key Club to provide its

members with the opportunity to broaden their global perspective while performing meaningful service projects in communities around the world.

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals Key Club participates with Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals by sponsoring fundraising events. Key Club members also participate in service projects at their local children’s hospital. Find out how you and your club can help CMNH.

March of Dimes For decades, Key Club has partnered with the March of Dimes to give every baby a healthy start. Key Club members raise thousands of dollars annually through various programs, including collecting change, holding dances and taking part in March of Dimes’ signature event, March for Babies. See how your club can support the March of Dimes.

UNICEF Since 1994, Key Club has been Trick-or-Treating for UNICEF and over the years has raised nearly US$5 million for iodine deficiency programs worldwide and HIV and AIDS programs in Kenya and Swaziland. Now it’s helping The Eliminate Project. Learn more about Key Club's history with UNICEF.

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Leadership Training Conference

AWARDS: I want a TON of awards submitted from you all this service year! To keep track, I have created a google sheets that includes all the awards. When you have completed the application, I would like you to fill it out. I will be checking it most days so please keep it updated. ALL AWARDS ARE DUE FEBRUARY 15th.

Here is the link:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1E3XkhGHktaH ofskunYnyeHuF97zjY186Q4ruhh_TJJ8/edit?usp=sharing

REGISTRATION: Key Club Member: $280 Key Club Advisor/Chaperone Double Room: $300 Key Club Advisor/Chaperone Single Room: $600

Complete the Online Registration Form Today!

Registration Priority/ Guaranteed Deadline: February 15, 2016 Registration Deadline: March 1, 2016

Contact the NY Key Club Conference Staff at nydconference@gmail.com.

March 18th- 20th Desmond bb Hotel V Albany, NY

ELECTIONS: As a Key Clubber in good standing, you have the opportunity to run for higher office. The positions available are District Governor, District Secretary, and District Treasurer. If you are interested please take a look at the elections packet (http://nydkc.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/NYDKCElections-Packet.pdf) and keep in mind the letter of intent is due February 1st.

KEY CLUB PLEDGE

Key Club Mission Key Club is an international student-led organization which provides its members with opportunities to provide service, build character, and develop leadership.

We’re on the Web! See us at:

nydkc.org

I pledge, on my honor, to uphold the objects of Key Club International; to build my home, school and community; to serve my nation and God; and to combat all forces which tend to undermine these institutions.

Motto: Caring- Our Way of Life Values: Character building, inclusiveness, caring, leadership Vision: We are caring and competent servant leaders transforming communities worldwide.

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NEW YORK DISTRICT KEY CLUB DIVISION 2: LINDENHURST, WILLIAM FLOYD, BELLPORT, SAYVILLE, COPAIGUE, PATCHOUGE-MEDFORD, AMITYVILLE