D19N February Newsletter 1617 by D19N News Editor

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D19N | February 2017 VOLUME 3 ISSUE 10

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Letter from the LTG

#bestofd19n

February calendar

Submissions chart

December dcm recap

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resources

Dues & service

Club articles

motm

Division

Contact info

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Hello Pirate Penguins! Happy February! Hope you all had a great time at our Division Ice Skating fundraiser! It was a great way for us to contribute to the Pediatric Trauma Program! The California-Nevada-Hawaii District is so close to reaching our goal of $185,000! We are less than $3,000 away! Please welcome our new Lieutenant Governor Elect! Conclave was a success, and I can’t wait to see what the division has in store for its future years. I can’t believe how fast this term has gone by. There is only a little more than two months left. I am so proud of what we have been able to accomplish, and I cannot wait to see what we will achieve in the future! Keep working hard and make these last few months the best we’ve ever seen! Finish strong! This is our time to create our lasting legacy!

Waddling with a smile,

Christopher Soo-Hoo DIVISION 19 NORTH Lieutenant Governor PAGE 4 | FEBRUARY 2017 | DIVISION 19N NEWSLETTER |

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Aloha Division 19 North Pirate Penguins, My name is HAZEL CARTAGENA and it is with great honor to be able to serve as your next Lieutenant Governor for the 2017-2018 term. I want to personally thank every single one of you for all your dedicated service. It was truly inspiring to see your diligent actions throughout this past term and I'm beyond excited to experience what the future has in store for us. It is because of your endless passion for service that I fell in love with Key Club. You are my motivation and the reason why I strive to serve. Thank you for the beautiful smiles and kind laughter that you bring into our Ohana. For graduating seniors, I will never forget our everlasting memories, corny jokes, and heartwarming penguin hugs. Thank you for supporting me and helping me take this step forward. Division 19 North Key Club, I am honored to Be able to serve a such a loving Division and I look forward to the innumerable memories we have yet to create together.

Waddling with excitement,

Hazel Cartagena

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Have a key club photo that you want to share with the pirate penguin division? Post your Key Club picture and use the hashtag “#BestofD19N” and wait for next month’s Newsletter for a chance to have your photo featured! Rules: Every month, 2 pictures will BEE featured along with the owner’s Instagram username, and have your Instagram account be promoted within the division.

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FEBRUARY CALENDAR

February -- | DCM Time: TBA Address: TBA

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Submissions Chart Reminder: All Visuals, Club Recap Articles, Member of the Month Articles, and MRFs are due on the 5th by 6:00 P.M. Please Note: The News Editor Email has been changed to d19n.cnhkc.dne@gmail.com

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Jan. Conclave Recap

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Resources!

Check these out for updates and more!

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Search for Service! Written by: Division 19 North Service Expo Coord. Baylee Battle

Finding events can be difficult, but it doesn’t have to be! You don’t have to make events or find events on your own. There are many resources, including fellow members or officers that can help you in finding or coordinating service events. First, you can use other members. You can always hit up Baylee Battle, the division service expo coordinator, if you need help finding events. You can also refer to other clubs in the division for advice or ideas on events. When it comes to actual resources, there are websites you can use to help find events near you. A really great website to visit is volunteermatch.org . This website organizes events by location and type of event, based off of your preferences. Another great way to find events is to check with your school for any events they may be having, and see if they need help with any of them. Finally, another option is to check in with your local community center and see what upcoming events they have. Check with the director of the community center and see if they need help with their events. There are many ways to find events, and these are just a few, but you can always look in other places for events! Feel free to hit up Baylee Battle on facebook for help finding events, if you need any help!

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Dues! Written by: Division 19 North Executive Assistant Celia Yu What is Club Rush? What time is it? Dues time! It's the time of the year to pay your dues! What are dues? Dues are annual payments to Key Club International to ensure that you continue to be a dues paid member. No events or service hours are counted until you have paid your dues! Payment is $11.50, but your school club may charge extra for donations. $7.00 goes to Key Club International, and $4.50 goes to our CNH District. The early bird deadline for dues is November 1st! The last day to pay your dues so they aren't late is December 1st. Put these dates on your calendar! Pay your dues to whichever board members are in charge, and they will ensure you are a dues paid member! Remember, this is very important because a member who has not paid dues would not be able to go to great events including DCON and Fall Rally! Get your dues in as soon as possible so you don't have to rush at the last minute! Many of you may not see the point of paying dues, but it is not only beneficial to Key Club International and the CNH District! All the money goes back to you, the members. An outline of what dues money includes is below:

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2016 may have come to an end, but not our love for service! For the month of December, CAMS Key Club has helped out with five different service projects all over different cities. Coming from a math and science school, we started the month off by helping out at a local Math Maze in Carson where we checked participants in and gladly handed out awards. Later on, CAMS Key Clubbers travelled all the way to El Segundo to help Tree Musketeers plant a tree! Talk about Seeds of Service! In Palos Verdes, we helped out with a native garden restoration where we removed invasive species. Key Clubbers still chose to lend a hand the day right after Christmas as we passed out water and cheered runners on at Operation Jack at Dockweiler Beach. Towards the end of the month, we joined the division at Pasadena for the annual Rose Floats event! We havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forgotten about fundraisers! We sold merchandise at our last DCM and recently hosted a fundraiser at Frostbites. We plan on hosting additionally fundraisers in the coming months, especially one in January. Although school is right around the corner, our spirit still lives on. Many of us canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait to reunite as we make plans for elections and District Convention!

CAMS

// Aileen maranan

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Da vinci

This month we attended the Rose Float. We had more students from Da Vinci attend than any other year. This was one of the many events we look forward to as a club because it not only allows us to work on something and feel proud to see it live on air, but also because we have the chance to bond with other divisions. Creating close bonds and new friendships within our division and outside our division is what we want our members to experience. Whether we were up working on the float or on the ground cutting flowers and on trash duty, everyone from Da Vinci can say that they creating a close bond during the Rose Floats. This month hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t been one of our most busiest months, however we are in the midst of planning a lot more for the new year. The board has come together to discuss fundraising and our further funding for DCON, which is our goal for this term. We have planned multiple fundraisers within and out of school. We are excited for the new year and what is to come!

// kalyn atkinson

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gardena

For the month of December, Gardena Key Club was ready to get into the holiday season as well as ending it since we did start the New Year as a club who has had a tremendous growth from the past year. Not only have I provided many opportunities for members but many got to experience the seasonal events that can occur for the next years they have ahead of themselves for their Key Club journey. This only excites them and only wanting to continue their passion for

service. We started the month with Owl Awards night at our local Elementary School 186th. Here we had members distribute erasers and candy canes to those who were receiving principal awards for their outstanding achievements in the school year. Another group of members helped work the concessions stands, not only does this improve their social skills but always money counting skills. We then had our annual "Breakfast with Santa" at the Nakaoka Center on a bright early morning, unfortunately seniors like myself who wanted to enjoy this event one last time had to take the ACT but this event has only shown the amazing underclassmen who will be taking over the legacy I leave for this ever growing club. These underclassmen who show their devotion to wake up on early mornings to help their community only show how the ones who are leaving, made the right choice in inspiring underclassmen who will do the same by waddling for service! Mid December came and we were given the opportunity to collaborate with Barnes and Nobles, thanks to Jane Tokubo here we had our amazing Treasurer come along and help wrap any gifts that were given to these volunteers to wrap and add any decorations the customer pleased. Jane was also generous enough to have all tips go towards our club. Then came the long awaited "Rose Float Decorating" where we had 13 members from Gardena help and represent Division 19 North. Here members had the chance to see others members from different divisions come together and help one another decorate the Trader Joe's Rose Float and kudos to those who helped smooth the wood which isn't an easy task for teenagers to do but together we came along to do it for a great cause. Members also had the chance to take a bold risk and decorate on the high scaffoldings gluing flowers, beans, wheat, or glitter. The long early morning and afternoon didn't stop us from working with bright smiles and in the end seeing our minor details for such a major event being displayed at the Rose Float Festival. Not many have this opportunity so I hope for those who did attend only want to do this again and mark the end of the year right as it did for the members of Gardena Key Club. And finally we enter the New Year with goals for Gardena to keep waddling and have indomitable momentum for service events, member increase at service events / for the club itself, have underclassmen want to take leadership roles such a board members, or simply give back to the community. With the term almost over, I can honestly say this rollercoaster was such an awesome one and hoping into the next one, I only hope to aspire members to continue growing and make Gardena Key Club the best of Division 19 North.

// Kathleen rojas

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The month of December for us was a little bit hectic and we were not able to do much because of the holidays. However, we tried to get as many events as possible. Since it was a short month for us, we really tried to make the best of it for our members. We had a card making event, in which our members stayed and made cards for people in need in order for them to enjoy their Christmas. Our Trick or Treat donations for UNICEF also turned out great. Donations were finally due last month. Later that month we attended a DCM/ movie where some of our members socialized with other members from other schools. The very last week before our break we had a potluck and we enjoyed every second of it. hawthorne

// genesis granados

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HMSA Key Club had 3 service events on the month of December. Our first event was the Girls on the Run Fall 5k Run/Walk where members welcomed and guided participants throughout the course. Our next event was Operation Jack Marathon. This event raises funds to donate to autistic research and charities.

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Our last event was the Rose Bowl Parade where members worked on floats, cut flowers and put them into vials or other work needed. As the club's members become more motivated, board elections are something they can look forward to.

// hazel cartagena

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lawndale

For the month of December, Lawndale Key Club has served a total of four service events including Tree Musketeers, organized canned goods, and wrapped

gifts for children! For Tree Musketeers, members removed weeds from the dirt around the trees and spread mulch around the environment to keep the trees healthy! Numerous members also participated in organizing canned goods and food items at William Anderson Elementary School. It took two days to organize boxes of food and distribute the goods to families who are less fortunate. Our last event took took place near the Lawndale City Hall, where members wrapped gifts for children. We also participated in the Rose Float Decorations! Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always a great time serving along with our fellow pirate penguins, along with other divisions! We were making product, cutting flowers, and had the honor of working on the floats as

well! With this month closing, we are looking forward to next month with more service events and a future fundraisers!

// Daniel pajulas

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For the month of December were able to participate in 1 event because of winter break and finals. The event that we got to attend was the pasta luncheon. For this event members, were able to help prepare the food and serve it to the elderly. After the event was over, the members helped cleanup.

leuzinger

// michelle tran

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MOTM Members of the Month

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Jazmin Can CAMS Key Club We are happy to say that Jazmin Can is CAMSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s member of the month for December. Although she may be only a freshman and a fresh face to Key Club, she has shown true dedication to service throughout the busy month of December! It is amazing how she has went to most of the events in December such as Native Garden Restoration, Operation Jack, and Rose Floats. At all three events, Jazmin was surely remembered as a helping hand and ready to volunteer. We are always glad to see her at events because of her lovely smile and excitement to serve our community. One of her new New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s resolutions is to volunteer at more events, so CAMS Key Club is ecstatic to see her at future service events.

Mahaley mahe Da vinci Key Club We are so happy to end the year of right and have Mahaley Mahe as our December Member of the Month! As a freshman, she has been to most of the weekly meetings and jumps at volunteering opportunities. She is such a hard worker and is always looking for ways to help. She has made an amazing addition to the Key Club family and the community. We have no doubt that her love for service will continue to grow and we can't wait to see her grow as a person as well. Congratulations Mahaley! PAGE 24 | FEBRUARY 2017 | DIVISION 19N NEWSLETTER |

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Carl arceo gardena Key Club The Member of the Month for the month of December is someone who is very spirited, energetic and ready to serve. Carl Arceo is a freshman member of the club who has shown great potential in being a future leader. So far in his High school career he has achieved more hours than some of our older members of the club. He was recently involved in all of the events that took place at our local elementary school. This month he has shown more than exceptional work and dedication to the club, and definitely deserves to be the Member of the Month for the month of December.

Alex reyes Mahaley mahe hawthorne Da Keyvinci ClubKey Club Alex Reyes is Hawthorne High's member of the month for December due to his sweet and caring personality. Alex is a sophomore and has progressed from a shy member to someone who holds Key Club material! Throughout all the events he's always been there from the start giving it his best even till the end. He always helps the club with his enthusiasm and making new friends. Every meeting Alex comes on time with a smile on his face ready for new events to help out. He's kind caring and shows a ton of passion when it comes to community service events he helps out. | DIVISION 19N NEWSLETTER | FEBRUARY 2017 | PAGE 25

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Jeremy lopez hmsa Key Club HMSA Key Club has selected Jeremy Lopez as its December member of the month. Jeremy is a wonderful junior Key Clubber who always has a smile on his face. Both in and out of the meetings, you would be glad to be around him because of his friendly spirit. He displays true initiative during events and works his hardest to serve his club and others in need. Jeremy is competent, caring and is always a pleasure to have at any event. During one of our most popular events this year, the Color Run, the characteristics that Key Club strives to instill in its members were seen in true colors within Jeremy. Although everyone felt exhausted after the event, Jeremy stayed longer to help until the end of the night and was a blast to be around. Jeremy has shown outstanding attendance to our events from the very beginning of the year, stretching all the way back to our Beach Clean Up. We can only hope for more character building by Jeremy and we see the best in him along with his future in HMSA Key Club.

Karina galindo Lawndale Key Club This monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s member of the month is Karina Galindo. She has been going to every event so far that we have put out and every meeting. Karina went to the Rose Float this year, and she loved doing service even when we got a not so good job. She is member of the month because not only does she never complain about her job, she always is committed to service. She is very kind and always wants to meet new people in key club. She deserves this award because of her dedication even though this is her first year. PAGE 26 | FEBRUARY 2017 | DIVISION 19N NEWSLETTER |

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Kiara iturrios Leuzinger Key Club We are honored to recognize Kiara Iturrios as our member of month for the month of December. Although this is her first year in office she has shown that she undoubtedly exceeded in what she does and we are grateful for it. She not only works hard as our historian, but she always makes it a priority to keep the other officers in check as well. Kiara has proven to us that she is a great leader and member as well. She always makes time to go to the events and activities we hold and we can see that she is a great support to our club.

This could Mahaley be mahe you!Da vinci Key Club Ways to be more involved in Key Club: • Attend club meetings and monthly DCMs! • Participate in volunteering events, fundraisers, etc! • Help out your board members! Ask if there’s anything that you can do! • Show dedication and spirit!

• Develop more relationships with people both in your club and the division! • Have fun! Enjoy Key Club for what it is!

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DLT Christopher Soo-Hoo LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR d19n.cnhkc.ltg@gmail.com

Celia Yu

Emily Teranishi

d19n.cnhkc.ea@gmail.com

Executive Assistant

Sandy Navarro Executive Assistant

d19n.cnhkc.ea@gmail.com

Mark Andal

Baylee Battle

Division News Editor

d19n.cnhkc.dne@gmail.com

Service Expo Coordinator bayleebattle.@gmail.com

Rita Nguyen Social Media Coordinator ritanguyen2001@gmail.com

Rosemarie Villarosa

Timothy Nachef

PTP/Eliminate Coordinator

Fall Rally South Spirit Coordinator

rosievillarosa@gmail.com

timothynachef@gmail.com

Christian Cisneros Member Recognition Coordinator

CCisneros133@gmail.com

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Presidents

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Aileen Maranan CAMS President

kaileeny19@gmail.com

Daniel Pajulas

Gensis Granados

Lawndale President

Hawthorne President

pajulasdaniel@yahoo.com

Hazel Cartagena HMSA President

hazel_ca18@hsdstudent.org

Michelle Tran

Kathleen Rojas

Leuzinger President

Gardena President

miratran101@gmail.com

rojaskathleen99@gmail.com

Kalyn Atkinson Da Vinci Science President

kalyn.atkinson@gmail.com

Jose Gonzalez

Weston Gray

Westchester President

Santa Monica President

josegonzalezdodgers99@yah oo.com

weston2000@gmail.com

Zoe Forest

El Segundo President forest.zoe@gmail.com

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