R.L. Paschal High School Division 1S Texas-Oklahoma District
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Published on 7/26/13
PASCHAL KEY CLUB NEWS
Volume 2, Issue 4
JULY 2013
Table of Contents Page 3: Bowling for Service, President’s Note Page 4: What is Braille?, Member of the Month Page 5: Hello Key Club! Page 6: Ronald McDonald House Page 7: More Information Page 8: Meet the Board
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UPCOMING EVENTS
August 2013 Sun
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Sat 3 Sears Shopping Event
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Braille Bibles— Agape— 5:30 4:00 11
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Neighborhood University 16
Braille Bibles— Agape— 5:30 4:00 18
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Braille Bibles— 4:00
Future Projects : Braille, Agape, more projects and more socials to come! The start of the school year will be filled with service opportunity, so be on the lookout!
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BOWLING FOR SERVICE JAKE MARTINEZ
The other day I accompanied the R.L. Paschal High School Key Club on a bowling extravaganza. The board, as well as a few members, appeared wildly at Cityview Lanes in Fort Worth. It was a ball– a bowling ball. I didn't bowl very well, but the time had was fantastic. Nevertheless, Junsung came out on top and dominated the entire club. Rachel, Moni, and Page spoke of baseball bats and the rest of us were confused about the topic. Still, it was a phenomenal time to say the least, and I cannot wait for it to happen again. War Eagle! I mean… Purple Reign!
PRESIDENT’S NOTE As summer comes to a close, it’s time to start revving up for a great fall full of service projects. Also, everyone should be finding friends to bring to our first meeting. This encourages more people to be as passionate about service as we are. Continue talking to parents, neighbors, and anyone you can think of about having Key Club take part in their volunteer projects. I can’t wait to see everyone at our first meeting of the year! Your President, Katie Kroll
MOTTO: CARING, OUR WAY OF LIFE
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WHAT IS BRAILLE? JUNSUNG LEE Jancy Rani, a visually impaired student, always wanted to conduct Bible readings at Mass. Her wish recently became true beyond her wildest dreams. On January 9th, the tenth grader used a Braille Bible to give the second reading at a Mass celebrated by 120 Latin rite bishops in Chennai, India. The Mass was part of a public reception for the bishops, who met in the city for the plenary of the Conference of Catholic Bishops of India. “It was an amazing experience to read on such a big occasion,” Rani told ucanews.com. She said she and her friends love to read “our Braille Bibles and strengthen our faith.” Every Wednesday after Habitat for Humanity meetings, several Key Clubbers go to St. Paul Lutheran Church and School to make Braille Bibles. The making works like that of a conveyer belt and each person has a job to do at each station. It’s definitely one of my favorite Key Club projects because I can gain hours and have fun without a work overload. I like the fact that all over the world, many blind people such as Jancy have benefited from having the Braille Bibles.
MEMBER OF THE MONTH Chloe Underwood Favorite color: turquoise Favorite vacation spot: Florida Favorite ice cream flavor: mint chocolate chip
Favorite sport:: softball Favorite subject: English Favorite movie: Something Borrowed Favorite thing about Key Club: the opportunity to serve the community and meet and make new friends!
ESTABLISHED: 1925
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HELLO KEY CLUB! MONI GUNDERSON
Can just one hour of service really change someone’s life? This was the question I asked myself as I was walking up to the classroom where Key Club meetings were held. It was the first meeting of my freshman year and as an anxious ninth grader, I wanted to get involved. Receiving my first agenda, reciting the pledge for the first time, and being greeted by many members, including the president herself, got me really interested in Key Club. Throughout the year, I went to different service projects including the Parade of Lights and the Great Strides Cystic Fibrosis event. At the end of all of these events, I left with a feeling that I had made a difference. So to answer the question that I asked myself: yes, just one hour of service does have an impact on someone’s life, big or small. Knowing that, I joined Key Club, participated in it all of my freshman year, and as a rising sophomore am now the club secretary. I look forward to continue my service through Key Club these next three years.
“If you want to be an official Key Club member, hit me up with $15.”
SOCIALS
Socials are a great way to get to know your fellow Key Clubbers! Have an idea for one? Contact a member of the board!
-Junsung Lee, Treasurer
DUES
COLORS: BLUE, GOLD, WHITE
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RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE EZRA BARTLETT
The Ronald McDonald house is a non-profit organization that provides a "home away from home" for the families of children undergoing medical treatment at Cooks Children Hospital and other medical facilities in Fort Worth. Parents and siblings who live too far away from their child's place of treatment to visit everyday can stay in the Ronald McDonald house for extended periods of time for just the price of a small donation. Here they are provided food and a place to sleep while their child is in care. Several members of Paschal’s Key Club and myself volunteered to help cook food for these families. When we arrived it was apparent that the staff members involved were grateful for our assistance, and happy to be helping those in need. They were energetic and put out all the effort they could to coordinate the best meal possible, and we did our best to assist them. We all pitched in by doing various jobs, which included chopping the ingredients, mixing them, rolling the tortillas, and lining the pans. The final result was an impressive meal which the families ate quickly. After we were done cleaning up the mess we'd made in the kitchen, we were given a tour of the Ronald McDonald house. We were informed of the generosity and selflessness required to operate the nonprofit organization. The Ronald McDonald house receives many donations, both large, like those received from the Bass family, and small, like those received from everyday people. Also, because the staff is paid little to no money for their time working there, it is apparent that they genuinely believe in what they're doing and care about the people they're helping. The entire establishment feels very welcoming and homelike, which is a goal they strive for. After Volunteering at the Ronald McDonald House, I'm able to see what is required for such an organization to succeed and be helpful. It requires selfless people who are willing to help others, whether they contribute by donation or by volunteer work. I am glad to have had the experience of volunteering at the Ronald McDonald house, and I'm sure the other Key Club members who participated feel the same way.
LOCATION: 31 COUNTRIES AROUND THE WORLD
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MORE INFORMATION WHAT IS KEY CLUB?
DISTRICT CONVENTION
Key Club is an international organization with a mission to serve others. By being a part of Key Club at Paschal, you are given the opportunity to participate in service projects with friends and make a difference in your community. What could be better than helping others while having fun?
District Convention (DCON) is an event for the Texas– Oklahoma District to gather and learn more about Key Club, share experiences from the past year, and make more memories. From forums to banquets to caucuses and voting, DCON is an unforgettable experience. Sophomore Moni Gunderson revisits DCON from her Freshman year, “DCON was an action-packed, incredibly fun, unforgettable weekend experience. I had so much fun learning more about Key Club and meeting new people. I am so happy that I went and I am planning on going every year.” It’s never too early to think about DCON, which occurs around the beginning of April. Ask someone who has been about it, and start getting excited for 2014 District Convention!
WHAT IS KIWANIS? Designed for adults, Kiwanis is an organization made up of service leaders in communities all over the world. With several goals in mind, Kiwanis partners with other organizations to provide help to those in need. Go to http://www.kiwanis.org/kiwanis/aboutkiwanis to learn more about the club.
Kiwanis in Fort Worth helps support us in our endeavors, both financially and verbally. Be sure to attend one of their meetings on the first and third Mondays of each month. More info can be found in our meeting agendas!
MAJOR EMPHASIS PROGRAM
The Major Emphasis Program we have chosen at Paschal is “It’s Not Okay,” a program with a goal to end bullying. Pairing with our school’s Link Crew, we have worked to ensure that everyone knows the true meaning of It’s Not Okay.
OLDEST AND LARGEST HIGH SCHOOL SERVICE PROGRAM
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R.L. PASCHAL KEY CLUB BOARD
PRESIDENT: KATIE KROLL katiekrollkatie@gmail.com
VICE PRESIDENT: ABBEY JACKSON abbey.jackson14@yahoo.com
SECRETARY: MONI GUNDERSON moniluvspink@sbcglobal.net
MEMBERS-AT-LARGE
Sarika Sabnis, Zach Cristol, Eileen Madrigal
ADVISERS
TREASURER: JUNSUNG LEE junsunglee01@gmail.com
EDITOR: PAGE TROTTER trotter.page@gmail.com
Faculty: Mr. Bretthauer
WEB MASTER: JAKE MARTINEZ
jbretthauer@sbcglobal.net
jake.l.martinez@live.com
Ms. Denton heather.denton1@fwisd.org Ms. Holland katie.holland@fwisd.org Kiwanis:
PARLIAMENTARIAN: RACHEL WHEELER rwheeler98@me.com
Mrs. Naff jnaff31@gmail.com
MEMBERS: 262, 500...AND COUNTING