Vestnik 2010 10 06 by SPJST

Volume 98 Number 39

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October 6, 2010

r a l u c a t c e p S h t u o Y T S J P S Featuring 2010 SPJST Youth Achievement Days and Summer Camps

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

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SPJST HERALD

SPJST HOME OFFICE PO Box 100 • Temple, Texas 76503 (800) 727-7578 • (254) 773-1575 Fax: (254) 774-7447 www.spjst.org

VESTNIK EDITOR/ DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION MELANIE ZAVODNY, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 • Mobile: (254) 534-0807 VESTNIK Fax: (254) 773-8087

email: m e l a n i e z @ v v m . c o m

SUPREME LODGE PRESIDENT BRIAN VANICEK, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 985-0007 • Mobile: (254) 534-2902 email: vanicek@spjst.com

VICE PRESIDENT GENE McBRIDE, FICF, CFFM Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 771-3837 • Mobile: (254) 534-1450 email: genemc@spjst.com SECRETARY-TREASURER LEONARD D. MIKESKA, FIC Office: (254) 773-1575 Home: (254) 778-3720 • Mobile: (254) 721-4739 email: leonardm@spjst.com

DISTRICT ONE DIRECTOR/CHAIRMAN DONNIE VICTORICK, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 85, Snook, Texas 77878 Home: (979) 272-3265 • Mobile: (979) 224-3125 email: dv.aggie@verizon.net DISTRICT TWO DIRECTOR BOBBY WUENSCHE 2451 CR 405, Taylor, Texas 76574-5421 Home: (512) 365-3013

DISTRICT THREE DIRECTOR JOHNNIE R. KRIZAN 11500 Heritage Pkway, West, Texas 76691 Home: (254) 826-5882

DISTRICT FOUR DIRECTOR BILLY ROLLWITZ, FIC, CFFM P.O. Box 195, Rowena, Texas 76875 Home: (325) 442-3141 • Mobile: (325) 277-5362 Office: (325) 442-3038 • email: brollwitz@verizon.net DISTRICT FIVE DIRECTOR LARRY W. PFLUGHAUPT, FIC 1243 Clovis Road, Houston, Texas 77008 Home: (713) 864-2163

DISTRICT SIX DIRECTOR/VICE CHAIRMAN MICHAEL K. AHLSTROM, FIC, CFFM 407 Taos Street, Victoria, Texas 77904 Home: (361) 578-3279 • Mobile: (361) 676-3279 email: ahlstrom@suddenlink.net DISTRICT SEVEN DIRECTOR BOB J. BAYER, FIC 1100 Hospital Blvd., Floresville, Texas 78114 Home: (830) 393-9073

COMMITTEES BY-LAW COMMITTEE District One - Richard Ford, 2392 CR 424, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-1451 - email: dimebox5@aol.com District Two - Ronnie Rieger, 350 Rieger Road, Coupland, Texas 78615 - (512) 365-2000 - (512) 848-2416 cell - email: RonnieR1056@yahoo.com District Three - Al Kercho, 2444 Stonegate Dr. North, Bedford, Texas 76021 - (817) 282-5065 email: alkercho@sbcglobal.net District Four - Beverly J. Teplicek, 817 FM 381, Rowena, Texas 76875 - (325) 442-4841 - email: bjtep@verizon.net District Five - Mildred Holeman, 1006 Chantilly Lane, Houston, Texas 77018 - (713) 683-0018 email: mmholeman@yahoo.com District Six - Joe Siptak, 2312 Norvell, Bay City, Texas 77414 - (979) 244-4415; (979) 479-3430 cell District Seven - Bettie House, 1721 Continental Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (830) 281-8246 email: bvhouse@att.net

SPJST extends its thanks and appreciation to John Hoelscher for six years of devoted service as State Youth Director and wishes him great success in his new role as Executive Director of SPJST Education and Nature Center at Cooper Farm.

FINANCE COMMITTEE District One - Thomas Cannon, P.O. Box 372., Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 567-4264 District Two - Edwin Pechal, 10660 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2282 District Three - Michael Galler, 526 Karen, Waco, Texas 76706 - (254) 662-4934 District Four - Herman D. Weise, 6006 FM Hwy. 765, San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 651-8550 District Five - Marceil Malak, 7444 Meiners Road, Ledbetter, Texas 78946-5118 - (979) 249-5940 District Six - Glenn Kaminsky, 902 River Oaks Ct., East Bernard, Texas 77435 - (979) 335-4461 District Seven - Roy Haag, 1334 Rivercrest Drive, New Braunfels, Texas 78130-3438 - (830) 625-8262

INSURANCE COMMITTEE District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Dolores Skrabanek, 13107 State Hwy. 53, Temple, Texas 76501 - (254) 985-2344 District Three - Daniel Roznovsky, 2513 Custer Court, Irving, Texas 75062 - (972) 252-6763 District Four - Leonard Jansa, 6617 Plainview Dr., San Angelo, Texas 76905 - (325) 234-8117 District Five - Helen Hegwood, 6702 Lindy Ann Lane, Houston, Texas 77008 - (713) 864-0489 District Six - Jerome Hlavaty, P.O. Box 174 Lolita, Texas 77971 - (361) 874-4461 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (210) 535-4916

PUBLICATION COMMITTEE District One - Floyd Kostelka, 1914 CR 403, Dime Box, Texas 77853 - (979) 884-0112 District Two - Tammy Whatley, 192 Prairie Springs Loop, Georgetown, Texas 78626 - (512) 948-5339 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Sharon Hohmann, 222 Crestwood Dr., San Angelo, Texas 76903 - (325) 651-5884 District Five - Lorenda Baldwin, 219 CR 47, Angleton, Texas 77515 - (979) 922-1279 District Six - Helen Kelner, 911 Ave. K, Rosenberg, Texas 77471 - (281) 342-2624 District Seven - Jarolyn Popp, 447 Shady Hollow, New Braunfels, Texas 78132 - (830) 964-5135 FINANCIAL SECRETARY JERRY MIKULAS Office: (254) 773-1575 email: jerrymik@spjst.com

STATE FIELD REPRESENTATIVES DISTRICTS ONE/FIVE Delisle Doherty Mobile: (832) 232-2049 • Home: (281) 855-2841 email: delisled@sbcglobal.net DISTRICT TWO Hiram Dixon, FICF, LUTCF, CFFM Mobile: (254) 231-7722 email: hadixon2003@yahoo.com DISTRICT THREE Philip McBee, FICF, CFFM (325) 784-9800 • Mobile: (325) 647-1949 email: philipmcbee@aol.com DISTRICT FOUR Bobby Davis, FICF, CFFM Mobile: (325) 450-3748 Home: (325) 947-0027 • Office: (325) 657-8400 email: bgdsr2428@aol.com DISTRICTS SIX/SEVEN Karen Kaspar, FIC, CFFM Mobile: (979) 332-1616 • Home: (979) 543-2532 email: k-kaspar@hotmail.com

STATE FRATERNAL ACTIVITIES COORDINATOR CHESTER JENKE, SR., FICF Home: (830) 303-4316 Mobile: (210) 413-3053 email: cejenke@wmconnect.com SPJST YOUTH DEPARTMENT Fraternal Services Specialist Tammy Martinez (254) 773-1575 email: tammym@spjst.com

DISTRICT YOUTH COUNSELORS District One - Susan Skrabanek, 2657 FM 166, Caldwell, Texas 77836 - (979) 272-3440 District Two - Patsy Koslovsky, 764 S. St. Joseph Road, Burlington, Texas 76519 (254) 985-2396 District Three - Bessie Petr, 5406 Morningside, Dallas, Texas 75206 - (214) 826-3557 District Four - Janice Stevens, P.O. Box 613, Hawley, Texas 79525 (325) 537-9224 District Five - Barbara Linney-Gonzalez - 6043 Pineway Blvd., Houston, Texas 77023 - (713) 649-6138 District Six - Lisa Bubela, 1405 Divide, El Campo, Texas 77437 - (979) 543-7120 District Seven - Wendy Pruski, 3895 CR 430, Pleasanton, Texas 78064 - (210) 535-4916 - email: poohbear78064@hotmail.com

John with wife Lisa and children Abby, Michael, and Emma.

Editor’s Note

Youth: Get involved in SPJST! he 2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular features more than 400 photos of SPJST youth, leaders, and volunteers participating in SPJST activities throughout the summer. I invite and encourage you to look through the issue and see all of the excitement that our young people have experienced this past summer. The youth program is available for young people in grades kindergarten through high school senior. It’s all about making new friends, learning how to be a leader, giving back to the community, and having fun!

If you are looking for a dynamic youth program that gets your child involved and teaches him/her leadership skills and teamwork, I invite you to visit an SPJST youth club today. Get involved and learn what a difference SPJST can make in your child’s or grandchild’s life. For more information about the youth program and how to get involved, call the Home Office (800) 727-7578 or contact the youth leader near you listed on page 5. Fraternally yours, Melanie Zavodny Vestnik Editor —SPJST—

On the Front Cover

LEFT PHOTO: 2010-2011 SPJST State Royalty are Duke Ty Stock and King Samuel Vanicek, both of Lodge 24, Cyclone, and Queen Jacqueline Klaus and Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer, both of Lodge 29, Taylor. They are all from District Two. RIGHT PHOTO: ENC Cooper Farm staff member Mavrick Evans of Lodge 1, Fayetteville helps Keith Wockenfuss of Lodge 88, Houston with archery. VĚSTNÍK, (USPS 658480) is published weekly except the last week of August and the last week of December by VĚSTNÍK, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 765030100. Subscription rates are $25 per year for non-members. Membersʼ fees are paid as part of the insurance fee collected by SPJST, 520 North Main, Temple, TX 76501. Second-class postage paid at Temple, TX and additional mailing offices. The exchange of opinions, ideas and information is a vital aspect of our fraternal Society and enables us to make more informed decisions. The views expressed by writers in the Vestnik do not necessarily represent the views of the Editor or SPJST management. Please sign all correspondence intended for publication. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to VESTNIK c/o Financial Secretary Jerry Mikulas, P.O. Box 100, Temple, TX 76503-0100.

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

Dobry Den, SPJST Youth Clubs! Join and Get Involved Today! SPJST is a fraternal organization

founded on the time-honored idea of doing good for each other and for the communities that we seek to serve. Our youth mission is to provide a wellrounded educational, patriotic, and social program. We also like to have fun! Through active participation in local SPJST Youth Clubs and statewide events, youngsters between the ages of five and 18 develop a greater awareness of the common bonds that we all share. SPJST youth clubs also work with community-based organizations to tailor programs to fit local needs. Youth activities include summer camps and community service projects, talent contests, and other local and statewide contests. SPJST also has a great scholarship program that has helped to enable hundreds of SPJST youth to continue their higher education. SPJST also strives to instill a healthy lifestyle for children and families with programs like SPJST summer camp. Summer camp provides our members with the chance to have fun in the great outdoors and foster friendships that will last a lifetime. Creating experiences that help children develop a love of the outdoors and be physically active at the same is big part of the SPJST mission. Young people are influenced by their friends, family, media, and other information that they receive. Our District Youth Counselors and volunteer youth leaders work hard to build and maintain a fun and stimulating youth program that instills positive values in SPJST youth. By becoming involved in the youth program as an adult volunteer, you can make a positive difference in your community and in the lives of our young people. Seeing is believing. I hope that you enjoy the 2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular. You and your family can be a part of these same programs by becoming an active member of SPJST. SPJST

SPJST Youth Achievement Day and Participation Guidelines Youth Achievement Day consists of the following contests and exhibitions. Craft Contest Talent Contest Royalty Contest Scrapbook Contest Poster Contest Beseda Dance Exhibition Special Category Contest (State YAD only)

Pictured at the spring DYC meeting in 2010 are, seated, left to right, DYCs Susan Skrabanek (District One), Patsy Koslovsky (District Two), Bessie Petr (District Three), Barbara Linney-Gonzales (District Five), and Lisa Bubela (District Six). Back: Assistant DYCs Marie Shelfer and Ann Schoeneman (District One), Carol Tallas (District Two), and Lynda Novak and Diana Engelke (District Three).

membership is available through the purchase of a life insurance certificate from SPJST. If you are not currently a member of SPJST and would like information about membership, SPJST life insurance, and the many benefits that SPJST has, please look on pages four and five and contact the District Youth Counselor or youth leader in your area. You may also contact the SPJST Home Office at (800) 727-7578 and ask to speak with someone in the Youth Department. Membership in SPJST provides many opportunities for active youth club members. Even in communities that do not have an active youth club, there are ways that you can participate in our fun, service-oriented program. Those qualifications are outlined in the following summary. Please take some time to look over this information.

Whats’ an Active Youth Member? In SPJST, an active youth club

member is considered a youth with an SPJST insurance certificate that is current and who attends at least a majority of the monthly youth club meetings during the youth year. Youth may attend the adult lodge meetings or another lodge’s youth club meeting if either their youth club is not meeting or they need to make up meetings. Active youth members must be single and not pregnant or a parent. The age of the youth on June 1 of the current youth year will be the recognized age in the SPJST Youth Program (camp, YAD, contests, etc.). A youth with a current certificate may enter the SPJST youth program the youth year that they will be entering kindergarten. The youth will be eligible for camp and youth achievement day after the completion of their kindergarten year. The youth year begins June 1 and goes through May 31. Youth club eligibility ends when the youth graduates from high school.

Each district sponsors a YAD in which local lodge youth club members compete for district honors. First place district winners go on to compete at State Youth Achievement Day to be held Saturday, August 6, 2011, at the Mayborn Convention Center in Temple.

Who Can Enter? Active youth club members, who have completed their kindergarten year to high school senior, who attended seven out of 12 youth club meetings during the youth year and who perform constructive activities in the lodge are eligible for the YAD contests. Youth club members participating at YAD must have an SPJST life insurance certificate in force by October 31 of the previous youth year and must have attended at least seven meetings since the application was written. Youth in lodges where there are no youth clubs can enter the YAD contest if they attend seven out of 12 adult meetings. Youth leaders will verify eligibility of each contestant selected to complete in District YAD. All YAD contestants must be single and not pregnant or a parent.

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Contents

District Youth Counselors ...........4 SPJST Youth Leaders ................5 State YAD Results.....................6 District One YAD .....................18 District Two YAD .....................23 District Three YAD...................28

District Four YAD.....................34 District Five YAD .....................36 District Six YAD .......................40 District Seven YAD .................43 Presidential Service Awards....43 Merit Point Winners.................47 Leaders-in-Training .................48

District Activities ......................49 District One Camp...................50 Districts Two/Four Camp.........52 District Three Camp ................56 District Five Camp...................58 District Six Camp ....................60 District Seven Camp ...............62

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How Do You Enter? A YAD contestant must pre-register for all contests by completing a separate YAD entry card for each contest to be entered. YAD entry cards are available from the youth leader, DYC, or State Youth Director.

SPJST Summer Camp and Participation Guidelines The SPJST provides summer camping for its youth members. Youth camp funds come from an annual allocation by the SPJST Supreme Lodge. Each of the seven SPJST districts across the state hosts its own camp. Some districts may have combined camp sessions.

Who Can Participate? Camp is provided on the basis of participation in SPJST activities. Pending that the qualifications are met, summer camp is available to all SPJST certificate-holding youth members. Campers must also be in good standing with SPJST. The ages for camp are post kindergarten to high school senior as of June 1 of the camping year. Graduating high school seniors who are active youth club members may attend camp as a Senior Leader-in-Training (LIT) during the camp session that follows their high school graduation.

Eligibility Qualifications for youth to attend SPJST camp are based on the previous youth year (June 1 to May 31). To be eligible to attend camp at no charge, youth members must attend seven out of 12 youth meetings or seven out of 12 adult lodge meetings, if the lodge does not have a youth club. Youth

members must also attend a majority of the youth activities in the youth club or lodge. Any youth (previous member or new certificate) who initially joins the youth club by October 31 and attends seven meetings may go to camp free of charge. A member initially joining the youth club who is not able to make seven meetings may still go to camp for a fee determined by his/her district’s DYC. SPJST youth members who do not meet the above qualifications may attend camp for a fee determined by the DYC and must have the certificate in force by May 1. These funds will be submitted to the State Youth Director. The youth leader will report all youth who qualify and intend to attend camp to the DYC no later than May 15 on an Eligibility Qualification form available from the State Youth Director. The DYC must send a copy of his/her district’s qualification forms to the SYD on May 15 for eligibility verification. In cases where there is no youth club, two officers of the lodge may submit the form. All youth who will be going to camp must have their name on the submitted eligibility qualification form by May 15. No one can be added to the eligibility qualification roster after May 15. Each camper must submit a completed SPJST Camp Application to his/her DYC no later than 20 days before camp. These applications are available from the local lodge youth leader, DYC, or State Youth Director. All incomplete camp applications will be returned to the youth. No one may attend SPJST Camp without a completed SPJST Eligibility Application on file for the current year. If a youth submits an application

but is not eligible to attend according to the youth leader’s qualification form, the DYC will contact the leader about the matter. All eligible and qualified SPJST youth are entitled to attend camp with expenses paid in equal proportion from the district’s annual camp fund. If camping facilities are limited and elimination is inevitable, the seniority of youth club members will have first consideration. The DYC will notify all leaders at least 15 days before camp what extra costs to expect per camper. 2011 SPJST Scholarship Program and Qualifications SPJST recognizes and awards its members for academic excellence, exceptional leadership ability, and outstanding service with its scholarship and leadership grant program. This past spring, the SPJST Home Office awarded 53 $1,000 scholarships to deserving SPJST youth. Another nine scholarships were presented at State Youth Achievement Day in August. SPJST awards the following scholarships and leadership grants:

General Scholarships in the amount of $1,000 Leadership Grants in the amount of $1,000 State Merit Grant in the amount of $1,500 District Merit Grants in the amount of $1,000 Royalty Grants in the amount of $1,500

Any youth member who has been the recipient of either the State Merit Grant, the District Merit Grant, or the Royalty Grant is also eligible to apply

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for a General Scholarship or a Leadership Grant. A youth may receive a maximum of two scholarships/grants within SPJST, excluding the State Merit Grant. General scholarships are funded by the Supreme Lodge and voluntary contributions by SPJST members. Accordingly, the more funds available, the more scholarships awarded. Leadership grants were established in 1996 for active youth club members. Leadership grants are funded solely through allocations by the Supreme Lodge. To be eligible, applicants must: • Have an active SPJST life insurance certificate in force for one year. • Hold an active SPJST life insurance certificate for the duration of the scholarship or grant; and • Be a high school graduate or equivalent.

General scholarship recipients may only receive one general scholarship. Active youth club members are required to apply for both the general scholarship and the leadership grant; however, they are only eligible to receive one. You may request scholarship application guidelines through the Office of the President during the fall of the year. All required application materials must be returned to the SPJST Scholarship Department by February 1. Please note that this information is subject to change. All applicants are encouraged to please refer to the Office of the President for the most complete and update information regarding the SPJST Scholarship application process. Complete application and guidelines may be obtained through the President’s Office. —SPJST—

SPJST District Youth Counselors and Assistants

DISTRICT ONE YOUTH COUNSELOR SUSAN SKRABANEK (979) 272-3440 email: spjst@aol.com Assistant Ann Schoeneman (979) 272-8444 Assistant Holly Narro (979) 272-1188 Assistant Sharon Russell (979) 272-1188

DISTRICT TWO YOUTH COUNSELOR PATSY KOSLOVSKY (254) 985-2396 email: p_koslovsky@yahoo.com Assistant Janet Lyon (254) 527-4371 Assistant Carol Tallas (512) 365-5033

DISTRICT THREE YOUTH COUNSELOR BESSIE PETR email: magiclady_46@hotmail.com Assistant Diana Engelke (254) 799-4247 Assistant Lynda Novak (214) 827-3744

DISTRICT FOUR YOUTH COUNSELOR JANICE STEVENS (325) 537-9224 email: stemarjan@taylortel.net

DISTRICT FIVE YOUTH COUNSELOR BARBARA LINNEY-GONZALES (713) 649-6138 email: district5dyc@aol.com Assistant Brenda Moyle (281) 369-3503

DISTRICT SIX YOUTH COUNSELOR LISA BUBELA (979) 543-7120 email: lbubela@warpspeed1.net Assistant Susan Siptak (409) 244-4415

DISTRICT SEVEN YOUTH COUNSELOR WENDY PRUSKI (830) 393-2600 email: poohbear78064@hotmail.com Assistant Regina House (830) 569-5070

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SPJST Local Lodge Youth Leaders

SPJST HOME OFFICE 520 North Main • Temple, Texas 76501 (254) 773-1575 • (800) 727-7578 Fax: (254) 774-7447 • www.spjst.org SPJST PRESIDENT/ HEAD OF THE YOUTH DEPARTMENT BRIAN VANICEK (254) 773-1575 email: vanicek@spjst.com

SPJST YOUTH DEPARTMENT FRATERNAL SERVICES SPECIALIST TAMMY MARTINEZ (254) 773-1575 email: tammym@spjst.com * * * * * * * * *

LOCAL LODGE YOUTH LEADERS Number in ( ) denotes district number.

Lodge 1, Fayetteville (1) Cassie Wessels (979) 830-0672 email: sassycassie81@live.com Youth Club Meetings: Second Monday of each month, 6 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 4, Hallettsville (6) Shirley Kalmus (361) 494-7257 email: kalmusbingo@yahoo.com Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at American Legion Tap Room, Hallettsville

Lodge 6, Cottonwood (3) Peggy Dobecka (254) 799-8550 email: DATAPED@sbcglobal.net Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the lodge hall Lodge 9, Snook (1) Marie Shelfer (979) 272-8100 email: shelferinsnook@aol.com Youth Club Meetings: First Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall Lodge 13, Dime Box (1) Sue Ellen David (979) 884-3041 Youth Club Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) Mabrey Dowell (979) 272-8517 email: Mabes82@aol.com Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 18, Elgin (2) Joyce Bowen (512) 856-2481 Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall Lodge 20, Granger (2) Emilie Tischler (254) 721-7735 Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 24, Cyclone (2) Joan Vanicek (254) 985-0007 email: jvanicek@embarqmail.com Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall Lodge 25, Ennis (3) Betty Macalik email: macalik@hughes.net (972) 878-7719 Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall Lodge 29, Taylor (2) Cristy Girod (512) 281-4719 email: girod@pvco.net Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 30, Taiton (6) Lisa Bubela (979) 543-7120 email: lbubela@warpspeed1.net Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at Taiton Community Center Lodge 32, Victoria (6) Mary Monclova (361) 648-1191 email: mmcl6625@yahoo.com Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 3 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 40 El Campo-Hillje (6) Ardis Bacak (979) 543-7514 Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1:15 p.m. at the lodge hall Lodge 47, Seaton (2) Lynette Talasek (254) 778-8273 email: necconetta@sbcglobal.net Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 48, Beyersville (2) Donna Vanecek (512) 365-5717 email: DonnaVanecek@yahoo.com Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the lodge hall Lodge 54, West (3) Lisa Darnell (254) 829-1623 email: darnjl@yahoo.com Youth Club Meetings: Third Saturday of each month, 10 a.m. (Call for location)

Lodge 79 Corpus Christi (7) Paige Watson (361) 288-5333 email: analiese_watson@us.aflac.com Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Sokol Hall

Lodge 80, Holland (2) Frank Horak (254) 657-3018 email: Hollandspjst@yahoo.com Youth Club Meetings: First Saturday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall Lodge 84, Dallas (3) Bessie Petr (214) 826-3557 Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 87, Temple (2) Jennifer Davidson (254) 853-9145 Youth Club Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, 6:30 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 88, Houston (5) Barbara Linney-Gonzales (713) 649-6138 email: district5dyc@aol.com Youth Club Meetings: Fourth Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 92, Fort Worth (3) Holly Hubenak Anderson (817) 337-0964 email: hhubenak@verizon.net Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall Lodge 142, Houston (5) Catherine Manchack (281) 443-0469 email: cmanchack@yahoo.com Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 1 p.m. at Lodge 88 Annex Building Lodge 148, El Maton (6) Melissa Zielonka (361) 972-6181 email: zielonka33@aol.com Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month following the adult lodge meeting Lodge 154, Fort Worth (3) Lesli Milan (817) 320-7129 email: leslimilan@yahoo.com Carrie Ann Jones (817) 371-1727 email: jonestravel@att.net Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 162 Iowa Colony (5) Brenda Moyle (281) 369-3503 email: brenda@moblaw.com Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at Iowa Colony Community Center Lodge 182 Falls County (2) Cheffon Massey (254) 252-0121 Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at The Chicken Place Lodge 183, Arlington (3) Kay Weeks (817) 572-1859 email: kgweeks@att.net Youth Club Meetings: Last Friday of each month, 7 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 185 New Braunfels (7) Theresa Haag (830) 625-8262 email: theresa.haag@comalisd.org Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader for meeting date/time/location Lodge 186, Caldwell (1) Yolanda Brinkman (979) 567-0637 email: ymbrinkman@cvm.tamu.edu Youth Club Meetings: first Sunday of each month, 2:30 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 187 Round Rock (2) Jennifer McCarthy (512) 565-9156 email: jsupak@gmail.com Youth Club Meetings: Second Sunday of each month, 2 p.m. at the lodge hall

Lodge 202 Jourdanton (7) Regina House (830) 569-5070 email: rhouse@jourdantonisd.net Youth Club Meetings: First Sunday of each month, 1:30 p.m. (March, June, September, and December at 1 p.m.) at Jourdanton Community Center Lodge 215 South Plains (4) Janeece Williams (806) 495-3351 email: jkraa@lyntegar.com Youth Club Meetings: Third Sunday of each month, 5 p.m. at The Center in Tahoka Lodge 229, Abilene (4) Janice Stevens (325) 537-9224 email: stemarjan@taylortel.net Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader for meeting date/time/location Lodge 246 Morgan’s Point (2) Jessica Fernandez (254) 624-0050 Youth Club Meetings: Call Youth Leader for meeting date/time/location

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Cyclone, Taylor Youth Win State Crowns

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SPJST Youth Showcase Talents at State Youth Achievement Day

pproximately 250 SPJST youth from across Texas met at Frank W. Mayborn Convention Center in Temple, Texas, on Saturday, August 7 to showcase their knowledge and skills at SPJST State Youth Achievement Day (YAD). The 2010 competition involved participants ages six to high school senior. They competed in 15 events, testing their skills in areas such as construction, foods, handicraft, photography, sewing, public speaking, and talent. The event also featured a special category which is always a surprise until the day of the competition. Participants were each given as assortment of various craft items and instructed to create something that incorporates SPJST. District and State YADs allow SPJST youth club members to demonstrate their knowledge and skills and gain recognition for their achievements. As the youth compete, they develop self-confidence and sharpen their decision-making abilities. They also have a chance to socialize with other youth club members. SPJST State YAD is the culmination of a year of hard work by some of the best and brightest SPJST youth club members. Winners of SPJST District YAD competitions across Texas qualify to compete at the state contest. Seven District YADs were held in June and July in Caldwell, Taylor, Arlington, Hawley, Houston, Blessing, and Floresville.

2010 - 2011 SPJST State Royalty

The 2010-2011 SPJST State Royalty are, left to right, Duke Ty Stock and King Samuel Vanicek, both of Lodge 24, Cyclone, and Queen Jacqueline Klaus and Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer, both of Lodge 29, Taylor. They were crowned at State Youth Achievement Day on August 7 in Temple.

The grand finale of the 2010 State Youth Achievement Day was the presentation of the 2010-2011 State Royalty Court. Crowned to represent the SPJST in the coming year were King Samuel Vanicek and Duke Ty Stock, both of Lodge 24, Cyclone, and Queen Jacqueline Klaus and Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer, both of Lodge 29, Taylor. State King Samuel, 16, is the son of

Brian and Joan Vanicek. Samuel is a junior at Rogers High School. State Duke Ty is nine years old and the son of Jason and Misty Stock. State Queen Jacqueline, 16, is the daughter of Mark and Debie Klaus. Jacqueline is a junior at Georgetown High School. State Duchess Chandee, age 10, is the daughter of Brett and Stephanie Bachmeyer. First runners-up were King Lane Hoggard of Lodge 202, Jourdanton,

Lodge 24, Cyclone teen receives $1,500 State Merit Grant

Stephanie Vanicek, age 18, a member of Lodge 24, Cyclone, is the recipient of the 2010 SPJST State Merit Grant. She is the daughter of Brian and Joan Vanicek of Zabcikville. Stephanie is a freshman at the University of Texas at Austin. She received the $1,500 grant during the SPJST State Youth Achievement Day awards ceremony in Temple. Stephanie graduated from Rogers High School in June 2010.

Teens from each district with the most youth merit points over the last three years competed for the grant. As part of the competition, each teen submitted a 1,000-word essay on the topic “Dobry Den—SPJST Spirit 2010.” The winner was selected by a panel of judges using the following criteria: content (50 percent); mechanics— grammar, spelling, and sentence structure (35 percent); and neatness (15 percent).

District Merit Grant Winners District Merit Grant winners each received a $1,000 grant. The 2010 District Merit Grant winners are: District One—Mavrick Evans Lodge 1, Fayetteville District Two—Cyril Pajestka Lodge 80, Holland

Duke Jordan Woodall of Lodge 185, New Braunfels, and Queen Taylor Allen and Duchess Madelyn Rodriguez, both of Lodge 9, Snook. Second runners-up were King Grant Dusek and Duke Weston Beasley, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor, and Queen Allison Fucik of Lodge 30, Taiton and Duchess Myranda Zielonka of Lodge 148, El Maton. —SPJST— District Three—Tommy Weeks Lodge 183, Arlington District Five—Jodi Malovets Lodge 162, Iowa Colony District Six—Mark Siptak Lodge 4, Hallettsville

District Seven—Lane Hoggard Lodge 202, Jourdanton See photos on Page 7.

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

2010 District Merit Grant Winners

Congratulations to the 2010 SPJST District Merit Grant Winners. They are, top row, left to right, Mavrick Evans of Lodge 1, Fayetteville (District One); Cyril Pajestka of Lodge 80, Holland (District Two); and Tommy Weeks of Lodge 183, Arlington (District Three). Bottom row: Jodi Malovets of Lodge 162, Iowa Colony (District Five); Mark Siptak of Lodge 4, Hallettsville (District Six); and Lane Hoggard of Lodge 202, Jourdanton (District Seven).

2010 Top Junior and Top Teen

Congratulations to 2010 Top Junior Brandon Hoelscher of Lodge 47, Seaton in District Two and Top Teen Zachary Shelfer of Lodge 9, Snook in District One. Brandon earned 153 merit points, and Zachary earned 170 merit points to achieve these honors. Both were recognized for their achievements during opening ceremonies at State YAD.

State Merit Grant Essay: SPJST Youth—Czech Us Out Dobry den – it’s a Czech phrase

that friends use to tell each other “Hello” or “Good day.” When it’s written alongside SPJST Spirit 2010, it takes on an even deeper meaning. Dobry den captures the spirit of SPJST this year not only as an optimistic Czech phrase, but as a greeting to the opportunity we discover every day when we find new ways of doing good for one another. It’s a greeting to the days full of good things happening now, as well as the days full of growth and fraternalism we plan for in the years to come. One example of how SPJST is bringing its members into the future is the construction of a brand new summer campsite. In the past, campers and youth coordinators have had to deal with camps with dirty cabins, high prices, and uncooperative owners. Thanks to SPJST spearheading a project called the Education and Nature Center (or ENC), members of every SPJST youth club will now have a quality camp to call home. This year, everyone attending camp can look forward to a variety of fun, new activities, including waterskiing on a lake, hiking through nature trails, and tackling the largest high ropes element in the state of Texas. The camp will also create new volunteering and job opportunities. The ENC has been

By Stephanie Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone — District Two

a huge project for SPJST to plan and follow through on, but when Supreme Lodge officers and employees of the company had the idea for the camp, they knew the end result would be well worth it. The camp isn’t only for SPJST members, either. Its purpose is to teach nature education and conservation, and it is available for family, religious, and civic retreats. With all that in mind, it’s easy to see why our SPJST camp tee-shirts this year say “Dobry Den – SPJST Spirit 2010.” The ENC is a new facet in what makes up the spirit of SPJST. It is a reason for campers to excitedly greet future camp experiences. It is one of many ways SPJST is spreading fraternalism to different groups of people and equipping its young members for the future with experiences that will last a lifetime. SPJST also teaches its youth club members how important it is to reach out to the community. The adult members of SPJST teach this lesson by example, especially through their recent work with the Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden. When a tragic shooting occurred on November 5, 2009, in Fort Hood, Texas, memorial services were held to honor the people who were injured or killed. However, SPJST members knew that something must be done to establish a permanent

2010 State Merit Grant Winner

Congratulations to 2010 SPJST State Merit Grant Winner Stephanie Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone in District Two. Stephanie received a $1,500 grant to the college of her choice during State Youth Achievement Day. Pictured with her are former State Youth Director John Hoelscher, left, and Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek.

memorial. So, the concept of the Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden was born. Working together with the city of Killeen, Texas, SPJST has planned

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Keeping the Spirit of SPJST Alive!

Royalty Speech By 2010-2011 State King Samuel Vanicek

Dobre odpoledne. Good afternoon, distinguished judges, family and friends. SPJST. Slavonic Benevolent Order of the State of Texas. It is culture. It is heritage. Above all, it is men, women, boys, and girls sharing a common bond. We are the spirit that distinguishes the SPJST from being a commercial business. Instead, the SPJST is a fraternal benefit society. We work together, as a team. Through this relationship, we are rewarded with stronger communities, families, and friendships. We become part of a team that depends on each one of us contributing what he or she can. That is why our spirit is so important. Our efforts have accounted for countless donations to numerous causes, a youth program that provides young people with a safe social environment, and a variety of activities that allow for bonding between family, friends, and the community. SPJST is us, the members, combined with our actions. We control the SPJST; each member has the

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include peaceful places for reflection and a limestone pavilion with 13 columns honoring the 13 victims of the shooting. According to the SPJST website, fundraisers for the project have already brought in more than $60,000 in donations and pledges. The Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden represents an important ingredient in the spirit of SPJST. It is an example of how members of SPJST respond to the community in difficult times. It is a testimony of how bringing people together to honor our loved ones can create something beautiful. As a lifelong member of SPJST, I know that this is an organization that doesn’t just sit back and watch things happen. It thrives because its members are willing to work hard. In addition to state and nationwide projects

power to make an impact. This means that, in order to keep the spirit of SPJST alive, we must respect each other and practice the golden rule. It is important that we treat others as we would have them treat us. This nurtures fraternalism. It keeps the spirit of SPJST alive and thriving in projects like the Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden, the SPJST Library, Archives and Museum, and the new SPJST Education and Nature Center. These projects were possible through efforts of spirited members. They initiated, developed, and currently maintain these statewide projects along with other efforts in their local lodges. Our spirit breathes life into SPJST. The SPJST helps us members in various ways and we members, in return, help the company. All for one and one for all. Our spirit to help and give back is vital to the company’s survival. It is up to each one of us to keep the spirit of SPJST alive. Dekuji. Thank you. —SPJST—

like the ENC and the Fort Hood Living Memorial Garden, hundreds of local lodges work throughout the year to provide activities for members of all ages. During my last few years in the youth club, I participated in one of my district’s Ceska Beseda dance circles. I learned this traditional Czech dance with seven of my peers in the youth club, and we traveled to different towns in Texas performing the dance. It was a rewarding experience in which we all dressed in Czech costumes and strengthened our friendships as members of the same circle. The opportunity for all of us to become closer in this way was made possible thanks to our district youth counselor, who worked hard to make sure we practiced and had crowds to perform for. Along with entertaining audiences, I have served my community through my youth club by participating in Join Hands Day. SPJST encourages youth

Keeping the Spirit of SPJST Alive!

Royalty Speech By 2010-2011 State Queen Jacqueline Klaus

Dobry den, distinguished judges, family, and friends. It was our own Czech ancestors who started this thriving, benevolent society 113 years ago. They wanted a place of their own, a place to have a good time, and a place to protect their people. The spirit they created has been passed down all these years, and I keep it alive even today. The spirit, the fire, of the SPJST I relate to a Czech favorite—kolache dough. Certain ingredients are crucial to make dough rise. The same is relevant to keeping the spirit alive. First and foremost, tradition: what has been passed down and the SPJST’s mighty legacy. When I was little, I learned that the “SPJST” on the back of my grandparent’s dominoes stood for “Special People Jesus Sent To Texas.” Just one thing I grew up learning that had such an impact. My grandparents are avid players, and I join them for a game on frequent occasions. Our lodges hold domino tournaments and dances. My family has been going to dance at the SP for generations. While baking kolaches with my grandmother, she tells me stories about SPJST and what it’s meant to her. Tradition and what I’ve learned from it is the biggest and perhaps most abundant ingredient to the

clubs to work with their adult lodges on this day each year by volunteering together to better the lives of others. One year, our lodge collected canned goods and made casserole dishes to donate to local charities and a maternity shelter. Later, we received letters from the shelters expressing their gratitude. By participating in Join Hands Day, SPJST stresses the importance of volunteerism to young members as well as adults. Another event that I feel captures the spirit of SPJST and says “Dobry den!” to the community is the presence of the SPJST Float in parades across the state. I am happy to say that I have been a part of this exhibition by walking alongside the float and carrying its banner. The float displays bright, patriotic colors of red, white

spirit—the flour to the dough. Participation in various events with my youth group keeps things interesting and fun while promoting the ideals of SPJST. On Join Hands Day, we help clean up our lodge grounds to make it look beautiful while promoting the environment. We host bake sales to raise money for our funds to go places together. Participation is the yeast in the dough. It reacts with the flour and rises. In everything we do, in everywhere we go, we represent SPJST and everything it stands for. The last ingredient to the recipe of keeping the spirit alive is delight, having a good time. Like the water that mixes all the ingredients together, enjoying what I do within SPJST is equally important. Easy enough, it goes “hand in hand” with both learning about the past and participating now, and in the future. The people I meet through this great organization are like the fillings in the kolaches: different from one another, but I haven’t found a flavor I don’t like yet! The great people and opportunities that arise from SPJST have molded me into a great leader and person, and help keep the flame of SPJST burning! God bless! —SPJST—

and blue and proudly shows off the SPJST State King and Queen as well as local members. It really makes a statement and shows bystanders that we are proud of our organization. SPJST was founded upon the spirit of doing good for one another. With a new camp and nationally recognized memorial spearheaded by SPJST becoming reality, along with lodges across the state volunteering and serving local communities throughout the year, the spirit of the organization is alive now more than ever. “Dobry den” captures the spirit of SPJST because members welcome the challenges of today as we set our sights high for a bright and brilliant future. Dobry den to fraternalism in 2010. —SPJST—

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

2010 State Junior Group Talent Winners

LODGE 25, ENNIS. Left to right, Paige and Pierce Tignor.

2010 State Senior Group Talent Winners

LODGE 20, GRANGER. Left to right, Elizabeth Tischler and Ramsey Washam.

2010 State Individual Talent Winners

Left to right, Misty Dvorak (25), Katherine Durham (92), Grace Vann (186), Sarah Supak (30).

2010 State YAD Results Number in ( ) denotes district.

S tate R o y al ty State King Samuel Vanicek Lodge 24, Cyclone District Two State Duke Ty Stock Lodge 24, Cyclone District Two State Queen Jacqueline Klaus Lodge 29, Taylor District Two State Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer Lodge 29, Taylor District Two King First Runner-Up Lane Hoggard Lodge 202, Jourdanton District Seven Duke First Runner-Up Jordan Woodall Lodge 185, New Braunfels District Seven Queen First Runner-Up Taylor Allen Lodge 9, Snook District One Duchess First Runner-Up Madelyn Rodriguez Lodge 9, Snook District One

King Second Runner-Up Grant Dusek Lodge 17, New Tabor District One Duke Second Runner-Up Weston Beasley Lodge 17, New Tabor District One Queen Second Runner-Up Allison Fucik Lodge 30, Taiton District Six Duchess Second Runner-Up Myranda Zielonka Lodge 148, El Maton District Six

Junior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 25, Ennis (3) “What I’ve Been Looking For” - Vocal Paige Tignor Pierce Tignor 2nd - Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) “Elvis in a UFO” - Skit Weston Beasley Laramie Cass Tabor Dowell Zachary Escobar

Kadie Hartman Andi LaFountain Macey McCuller Dillon Narro Macy Narro Mitchell Parks Alexia Perkkio Brandon Powell

3rd - Lodge 162, Iowa Colony (5) “In the Mood” - Dance Alyssa Moyle Avery Moyle

Senior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 20, Granger (2) “Stepsister Lament – Cinderella” Vocal Elizabeth Tischler Ramsey Washam 2nd - Lodge 30, Taiton (6) “Copa Cabana” – Lip Sync Ryan Drapela Allison Fucik Jessica Fucik Vincent Lutringer Luc Marcaurele Dylan Treumer 3rd - Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) “Daddy’s Money” - Skit Coy Cass Grant Dusek Brittanie Gaas Trey Groce Colby Havemann Logan Jones Jeremy Ree Tyler Sandner Zella Zaskoda

Individual Talent Ages 6 to 8 1st - Misty Dvorak Lodge 25, Ennis (3) “My Special Mouse/Cowboy Jack/Howdy Partner!” - Dramatic 2nd - Trent Wuensche Lodge 48, Beyersville (2) “I Want to be a Texan” - Vocal 3rd Place - Macy Narro Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) “Party in the USA” - Dance Ages 9 to 11 1st - Katherine Durham Lodge 92, Fort Worth (3) “Girls Just Want to Have Fun” - Dance 2nd - Abigail Schmidt Lodge 185, New Braunfels (7) “Spice Up Your Life” - Gymnastics

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2010 State Poster Winner

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3rd - Jacqui Wiest Lodge 80, Holland (2) “True Story” - Oral Reading

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Grace Vann Lodge 186, Caldwell (1) “I Believe” - Dance 2nd - Sammy Hoggard Lodge 202, Jourdanton (7) “Along Comes A Woman” by Chicago - Dance 3rd - Elizabeth Tischler Lodge 20, Granger (2) “I Can Hear the Bells” - Vocal

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Sarah Supak Lodge 30, Taiton (6) “Sing Amen” - Vocal 2nd - Alexa Hubenak Lodge 92, Fort Worth (3) “Nitty Gritty” - Dance 3rd - Meghan Blum Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) “Indian Outlaw” - Dance

Po s t e r 1st - Lodge 87, Temple (2) 2nd - Lodge 47, Seaton (2) 3rd - Lodge 84, Dallas (3)

S c r a pb o o k 1st - Lodge 30, Taiton (6) 2nd - Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) 3rd - Lodge 24, Cyclone (2) S pe c i a l C a t e go r y Ages 6 to 8 1st - Michael Hoelscher Lodge 24, Cyclone (2) 2nd - Tyler Schoen Lodge 88, Houston (5) 3rd - Jessica Schoen Lodge 88, Houston (5)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Denae Bronikowski Lodge 88, Houston (5) 2nd - Ramsey Washam Lodge 20, Granger (2) 3rd - Melinda McClellan Lodge 84, Dallas (3)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Brandon Hoelscher Lodge 47, Seaton (2) 2nd - Katelyn Daniel Lodge 183, Arlington (3) 3rd - Jacob Horak Lodge 80, Holland (2)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Brooke Hoelscher Lodge 47, Seaton (2) 2nd - Neil Rabroker Lodge 47, Seaton (2) 3rd - Sarah Supak Lodge 30, Taiton (6) Constructed Items Ages 6 to 8 1st - Angelina Ringwald Lodge 47, Seaton (2) Capri Sun Bag 2nd - Mikael Gonzalez Lodge 32, Victoria (6) Mikael’s Wheels 3rd - Jessica Schoen Lodge 88, Houston (5) Penny the Pig

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Dillon Narro Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) Soda Bottle Tractor 2nd - Sean Moncrief Lodge 88, Houston (5) Centipede 3rd - Amanda Droste Lodge 25, Ennis (3) Flowers

LODGE 87, TEMPLE. Front, Ryan Davidson, left, and Colton Ammons. Back: Cierra Mojica, Vanessa Davilla, and Chris Mojica.

2010 State Scrapbook Winner

LODGE 30, TAITON. Allison Fucik, left, and Jessica Fucik.

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Dustin Motley Lodge 25, Ennis (3) Dinosaur 2nd - Trey Groce Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) Chair 3rd Place - Jonathan Gonzalez Lodge 32, Victoria (6) Jon’s Wheels

2010 State Special Category Winners

Fo ods — Cakes Ages 6 to 8 1st - Misty Dvorak Lodge 25, Ennis (3) Lil Sis Hummingbird Cake 2nd - Nash Campbell Lodge 24, Cyclone (2) Orange Italian Crème Cake

Left to right, Michael Hoelscher (24), Denae Bronikowski (88), Brandon Hoelscher (47), Brooke Hoelscher (47).

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Ashley Moncrief Lodge 88, Houston (5) Liberty 2nd - Brooke Hoelscher Lodge 47, Seaton (2) Plastic Shopping Tote 3rd - Jonathan Vahalik Lodge 4, Hallettsville (6) Plastic Rug

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2010 State Constructed Items Winners

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3rd - Grace Lewis Lodge 9, Snook (1) German Chocolate Cake

Left to right, Angelina Ringwald (47), Dillon Narro (17), Dustin Motley (25), Ashley Moncrief (88).

2010 State Foods Winners

Left to right, Misty Dvorak (25), April Dvorak (25), Kacie Vanecek (48), Colby Havemann (17).

2010 State Handicraft Winners

Left to right, Macy Narro (17), Elias Rose (186), Ryan Drapela (30), Brooke Hoelscher (47).

Ages 9 to 11 1st - April Dvorak Lodge 25, Ennis (3) Mama Dip’s Carrot Cake 2nd - Allison Janke Lodge 80, Holland (2) Pineapple Chiffon Cake 3rd - Cameron Woodall Lodge 88, Houston (5) Zucchini Cake

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Kacie Vanecek Lodge 48, Beyersville (2) Coconut Cake 2nd - Ryan Bronikowski Lodge 88, Houston (5) Urah Johnson’s Italian Cream Cake 3rd - Devin Vasquez Lodge 202, Jourdanton (7) Blue Ribbon Carrot Cake Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Colby Havemann Lodge 17, (1) Praline Turtle Cake 2nd - Ashley Moncrief Lodge 88, Houston (5) Hummingbird Cake 3rd - Scott Cowan Lodge 84, Dallas (3) Coconut Present Cake

Handicraft Ages 6 to 8 1st - Macy Narro Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) Bird Hotel 2nd - Ryan Davidson Lodge 87, Temple (2) Crazy Dragon 3rd - Rendon Dobecka Lodge 6, Cottonwood (3) Knights at Dawn Castle

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Elias Rose Lodge 186, Caldwell (1) Stars and Hearts 2nd - Chase Alexander Lodge 47, Seaton (2) Cross 3rd - Abigail Schmidt Lodge 185, New Braunfels (7) Ribbon Pillow

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ryan Drapela Lodge 30, Taiton (6) Stool 2nd - Trey Groce Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) Western Pillow 3rd - Amanda Jurik Lodge 25, Ennis (3) The Alamo!

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Brooke Hoelscher Lodge 47, Seaton (2) Extra Calories 2nd - Katie Weeks Lodge 183, Arlington (3) Fish Bracelet 3rd - Jessica Fucik Lodge 30, Taiton (6) Barn Sewing Box

Hobby Kits Ages 6 to 8 1st - Riley Green Lodge 9, Snook (1) Aircraft Carrier 2nd - Emma Hoelscher Lodge 24, Cyclone (2) Natural Turquoise Necklace 3rd - Keith Wockenfuss Lodge 88, Houston (5) My Foot Ages 9 to 11 1st - Sydney Faust Lodge 9, Snook (1) Pirate Ship 2nd - Brandon Droste Lodge 25, Ennis (3) Motorbike 3rd - Isabella Wiederhold Lodge 202, Jourdanton (7) The Dolphin

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Kaycee Lehmann Lodge 215, South Plains (4) College Bag Kit 2nd - Xzavier Reyes Lodge 202, Jourdanton (7) Connex Machine 3rd - Nikolas Faust Lodge 9, Snook (1) Temple of Heaven Wooden Puzzle Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Grace Dusek Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) U.S. Capitol 3-D Puzzle

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2nd - Scott Cowan Lodge 84, Dallas (3) ’34 Ford 5-Window Couple 3rd - Matthew Hoelscher Lodge 47, Seaton (2) Dump Truck

N e e d l e wo r k Ages 6 to 8 1st - Kyleigh Hruska Lodge 9, Snook (1) Butterfly Latch Hook 2nd - Tyler Schoen Lodge 88, Houston (5) Puppy Love 3rd - Trent Wuensche Lodge 48, Beyersville (2) Classy Frog

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Macey McCuller Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) Patchwork Quilt 2nd - Kayla Hannington Lodge 48, Beyersville (2) Crocheted Scarf 3rd - Jordan Taylor Lodge 229, Abilene (4) Potholder

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Allison Fucik Lodge 30, Taiton (6) Big Green Tractor Counted Cross-Stitch Picture 2nd - Liliana Wiederhold Lodge 202, Jourdanton (7) Hearts and Love Purse 3rd - Deanna Hairrell Lodge 9, Snook (1) Wish Cross-Stitch

Ages 15 to High School Senior . 1st - Shelby Howard Lodge 185, New Braunfels (7) Sports Rug 2nd - Zachary Shelfer Lodge 9, Snook (1) Small Multicolor Afghan 3rd - Audree Williams Lodge 215, South Plains (4) Southern Belle

Ph o t o g r a p h y Ages 6 to 8 1st - Marina Brinkman Lodge 186, Caldwell (1) The Train That Always Run 2nd - Mathieu Barcak Lodge 88, Houston (5) Crane Above the Trees

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2010 State Hobby Kits Winners

3rd - Taylor Thurmond Lodge 148, El Maton (6) Rock Sorter

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Landon Stock Lodge 24, Cyclone (2) Big Machine - Crane 2nd - Samara Valdez Lodge 202, Jourdanton (7) Oil Well Pump 3rd - Brandon Powell Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) Big Blue

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Justin Tarver Lodge 9, Snook (1) Big Bird Air Tractor 2nd - Brady Alexander Lodge 47, Seaton (2) Front End Loader/Dump Truck 3rd - Katelyn Daniel Lodge 183, Arlington (3) USS Lexington Weather Station Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Brooke Hoelscher Lodge 47, Seaton (2) Show Tractor 2nd - Grant Dusek Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) Big Machine 3rd - Carson Lehmann Lodge 215, South Plains (4) Cotton Stripper

Pictorial Arts Ages 6 to 8 1st - Emma Hoelscher Lodge 24, Cyclone (2) Rodeo Queen 2nd - Riley Green Lodge 9, Snook (1) Out on the Farm 3rd - Ciara Popham Lodge 107, Floresville (7) Mouse

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Jacqui Wiest Lodge 80, Holland (2) Barnyard 2nd - Emily Hancock Lodge 185, New Braunfels (7) An Arctic Cliff 3rd - Blake Zielonka Lodge 148, El Maton (6) Tractor with Planter

Left to right, Riley Green (9), Sydney Faust (9), Kaycee Lehmann (215), Grace Dusek (17).

2010 State Needlework Winners

Left to right, Kyleigh Hruska (9), Macey McCuller (17), Allison Fucik (30), Shelby Howard (185).

2010 State Photography Winners

Left to right, Marina Brinkman (186), Landon Stock (24), Justin Tarver (9), Brooke Hoelscher (47).

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2010 State Pictorial Arts Winners

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Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ryan Bronikowski Lodge 88, Houston (5) Magical City 2nd - Devin Krajca Lodge 25, Ennis (3) High in the Sky 3rd - Liliana Wiederhold Lodge 202, Jourdanton (7) My Light House

Left to right, Emma Hoelscher (24), Jacqui Wiest (80), Ryan Bronikowski (88), Michael Jurik (25).

2010 State Science and Education Winners

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Michael Jurik Lodge 25, Ennis (3) The City 2nd - Sarah Supak Lodge 30, Taiton (6) Lead the Way 3rd - Raven Vasquez Lodge 202, Jourdanton (7) Twisted Day Light

Science and Education Ages 6 to 8 1st - Angelina Ringwald Lodge 47, Seaton (2) Recycle Plastic Bags 2nd - Tyler Schoen Lodge 88, Houston (5) The Great White 3rd - Rendon Dobecka Lodge 6, Cottonwood (3) Volcano Island

Left to right, Angelina Ringwald (47), Patrick David (13), Trey Groce (17), Gena Weeks (183).

2010 State Sewing Winners

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Patrick David Lodge 13, Dime Box (1) Our Tree of Government 2nd - Leah McDonald Lodge 185, New Braunfels (7) Acid or Base 3rd - Zachary McManus Lodge 84, Dallas (3) Pioneer Wagon

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Trey Groce Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) Which One Can Get the Job Done? 2nd - Craig Cerny Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje (6) Microwaved Water—See What It Does to Plants 3rd - Elizabeth Tischler Lodge 20, Granger (2) How Does Music Affect Your Hear Rate?

Left to right, Olivia Zmolik (25), Allison Janke (80), Allison Fucik (30), Brooke Hoelscher (47).

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Gena Weeks Lodge 183, Arlington (3) Polyhedron 2nd - Sam Vanicek Lodge 24, Cyclone (2) Medicine: Then and Now 3rd - Shelby Howard Lodge 185, New Braunfels (7) Recycling

S e wi n g Ages 6 to 8 1st - Olivia Zmolik Lodge 25, Ennis (3) Quilted Pillow 2nd - Kyleigh Hruska Lodge 9, Snook (1) Pillowcase Dress 3rd - Trent Wuensche Lodge 48, Beyersville (2) Creature Creation

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Allison Janke Lodge 80, Holland (2) Pink Camo Dress 2nd - Samara Valdez Lodge 202, Jourdanton (7) Poke-A-Dot Summer Short Set 3rd - Denae Bronikowski Lodge 88, Houston (5) Country Tic Tac Toe Ages 12 to 14 1st - Allison Fucik Lodge 30, Taiton (6) Quilt 2nd - Katelyn Daniel Lodge 183, Arlington (3) Summer Fun Set 3rd - Lauren Janke Lodge 80, Holland (2) Blue Denim Skirt and Jacket

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Brooke Hoelscher Lodge 47, Seaton (2) Stars and Stripes Pillow 2nd - Brittanie Gaas Lodge 17, New Tabor (1) Girls Pajamas 3rd - Sarah Supak Lodge 30, Taiton (6) Dress

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SPJST Youth Beseda Dance Groups Participate at State YAD

The Beseda is a Czech folk

dance that has been around for many generations. SPJST Youth Clubs perform the dance at events across Texas. Seven groups exhibited the dance at the 2010 State Youth Achievement Day on August 7 in Temple.

The Beseda— A Czech Tradition from www.praguekolachefestival.com The history of the beseda began back in ancient history. A number of small tribes settled in the central part of Europe and gradually grew into a group of small states, commonly known as Central European States in early history. The Central European States were surrounded by savage warlike tribes, and they had to band together for mutual protection. Their languages became similar over the years and first one state then another became dominant. Because of the raiding and pillaging by the fierce warriors of the stronger tribes, the Cen-

tral Europeans settled in small villages and towns for protection. They went from there straight out to their farms and jobs. They soon found that they couldn’t fight the stronger warriors and learned to outwit and outmaneuver them. When the people went away to war, the children were left with the old people of the village. To keep the children entertained, the grandparents told them folk

tales of their ancestors and the heroes of the region. Those tales and old love stories and other tales became folk songs and folk dances. The word beseda, to us, means company or visitors. When they got together, they danced their favorite company dances or beseda. Later the state leaders chose some of the most popular besedas and combined them to make a national dance for the big state and national

celebrations. There are many variations of the beseda, and the costumes — kroje — as they came from different sections of the country. After World War I, the area was renamed Czechoslovakia. Here in America, we dance many folk dances brought from Europe like the Highland Fling from Scotland and the Irish jibs and reels. (In SPJST,) we also dance the Beseda to try to preserve it and some of the customs and traditions that have been passed down through the years by the people who originated in Central Europe. Each of the eight parts of the Beseda tells a separate story—a throwback to the origin of the dance. The first part tells of a group of young people who are out having fun and the girls decide to look around to see if they can find new partners who are more to their liking. The second part is part of the old game and so on, each part telling something about the early days. —SPJST—

District Two Junior Beseda Dancers

District Two Senior Beseda Dancers

Left to right, Angelina Ringwald (47), Justin Kraatz (47), Emma Hoelscher (24), Michael Hoelscher (24), Kacie Vanecek (48), Ryan Festa (80), Zoe Talasek (47), Garrett Festa (80).

Left to right, Julia Zavodny (47), Neil Rabroker (47), Nichole Festa (80), Brandon Hoelscher (47), Alexis Festa (80), Jason Pietrowski (47), Elizabeth Tischler (20), Sam Vanicek (24).

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Lodge 9, Snook Junior Beseda Dancers

Lodge 9, Snook Senior Beseda Dancers

Left to right, Grace Lewis, Colby See, Riley Allen, Konnor Eldridge, Sydney Faust, Kohl Junek, Kyleigh Hruska, and KJ Macik.

Left to right, Hannah Kovar, Zachary Shelfer, Taylor Allen, Robert Lewis, Aimee Winstead, Josef Orsak, Haily Dever, and Hayden Kovar.

Lodge 9, Snook Senior Beseda Dancers

Lodge 17, New Tabor Junior Beseda Dancers

Left to right, Carlee See, Colton Orsak, Deanna Hairrell, Justin Tarver, Natalee See, Braxton Faust, Emily Lewis, and Landon Eldridge.

Left to right, Alexia Perkkio, Tabor Dowell, Andi LaFountain, Laramie Cass, Kadie Hartman, Dillon Narro, Macy Narro, and Weston Beasley.

Lodge 17, New Tabor Senior Beseda Dancers

Left to right, Grace Dusek, Colby Havemann, Zella Zaskoda, Grant Dusek, Brittanie Gaas, Coy Cass, Meghan Blum, and Logan Jones.

Left to right, Kara Ihlenfeldt, Tyler Sandner, Kellie Ihlenfeldt, Brandon Powell, Sierra Cash, Jeremy Ree, Macey McCuller, and Trey Groce.

2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

SPJST State Youth Achievement Day Saturday, August 7, 2010 • Mayborn Center in Temple

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

SPJST State Youth Achievement Day Saturday, August 7, 2010 • Mayborn Center in Temple

2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

District One Youth Achievement Day

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Sunday, July 18, 2010 - Caldwell Civic Center

Constructed Items Ages 6 to 8 1st - Tabor Dowell (17) 2nd - Hunter David (13) 3rd - Andi LaFountain (17) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Dillon Narro (17) 2nd - Elias Rose (186) 3rd - Riley Allen (9)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Trey Groce (17) 2nd - Shelby-Lynn Rose (186) 3rd - Nikolas Faust (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Taylor Allen (9) 2nd - Hannah Kovar (9) 3rd - Cullen Hairrell (9) Foods Ages 6 to 8 1st - Grace Lewis (9) 2nd - Kyleigh Hruska (9) 3rd - Konnor Eldridge (9)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Dillon Narro (17) 2nd - Macey McCuller (17) 3rd - Tyler Turskey (9) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Tyler Sandner (17) 2nd - Trey Groce (17) 3rd - Landon Eldridge (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Colby Havemann (17) 2nd - Grace Dusek (17) 3rd - Cody Dever (9)

Hobby Kits Ages 6 to 8 1st - Riley Green (9) 2nd - Colby See (9) 3rd - Jessica Enrique (186) Ages 9 to11 1st - Sydney Faust (9) 2nd - Dillon Narro (17) 3rd - Elias Rose (186)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Nikolas Faust (9) 2nd - Braxton Faust (9) 3rd - Haily Dever (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Grace Dusek (17) 2nd - Robert Lewis (9) 3rd - Colby Havemann (17) Needlework Ages 6 to 8 1st - Kyleigh Hruska (9) 2nd - Grace Lewis (9) 3rd - Alexia Perkkio (17)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Macey McCuller (17) 2nd - Matthew Schoppe (9) 3rd - Zachary Escobar (17) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Deanna Hairrell (9) 2nd - Carlee See (9) 3rd - Hayden Kovar (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Zachary Shelfer (9) 2nd - Hannah Kovar (9)

Handicraft Ages 6 to 8 1st - Macy Narro (17) 2nd - Alexia Perkkio (17) 3rd - Tabor Dowell (17)

Photography Ages 6 to 8 1st - Marina Brinkman (186) 2nd - Macy Narro (17) 3rd - Jessica Enrique (186)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Trey Groce (17) 2nd - Haily Dever (9) 3rd - Colton Orsak (9)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Justin Tarver (9) 2nd - Logan Jones (17) 3rd - Nikolas Faust (9)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Elias Rose (186) 2nd - Macey McCuller (17) 3rd - Matthew Schoppe (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Colby Havemann (17) 2nd - Josef Orsak (9) 3rd - Zella Zaskoda (17)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Brandon Powell (17) 2nd - Dillon Narro (17) 3rd - Macey McCuller (17)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Grant Dusek (17) 2nd - Grace Dusek (17) 3rd - Robert Lewis (9)

Pictorial Arts Ages 6 to 8 1st - Riley Green (9) 2nd - Macy Narro (17) 3rd - Cameron Suehs (17)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Brandon Powell (17) 2nd - Mackenzie Allen (9) 3rd - Riley Allen (9) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Logan Jones (17) 2nd - Shelby Allen (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Zella Zaskoda (17) 2nd - Aimee Winstead (9) 3rd - Colby Havemann (17) Science and Education Ages 6 to 8 1st - Andi LaFountain (17) 2nd - Tabor Dowell (17) 3rd - Jessica Enrique (186) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Patrick David (13) 2nd - Dillon Narro (17) 3rd - Natalee See (9) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Trey Groce (17) 2nd - Carlee See (9) 3rd - Nikolas Faust (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Zachary Shelfer (9) 2nd - Josef Orsak (9) 3rd - Cody Dever (9) Sewing Ages 6 to 8 1st - Kyleigh Hruska (9) 2nd - Jessica Enrique (186) 3rd - Grace Lewis (9) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Natalee See (9) 2nd - Sydney Faust (9) 3rd - Brandon Powell (17)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Shelby-Lynn Rose (186) 2nd - Logan Jones (17) 3rd - Colton Orsak (9)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Brittanie Gaas (17) 2nd - Meghan Blum (17) 3rd - Josef Orsak (17) Poster 1st - Lodge 17, New Tabor

Scrapbook 1st - Lodge 17, New Tabor Individual Talent Ages 6 to 8 1st - Macy Narro (17) 2nd - Grace Lewis (9)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Dillon Narro (17)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Grace Vann (186)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Meghan Blum (17) Junior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 17, New Tabor 2nd - Lodge 9, Snook

Senior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 17, New Tabor 2nd - Lodge 17, New Tabor Royalty District One King Grant Dusek (17) District One Duke Weston Beasley (17) District One Queen Taylor Allen (9) District One Duchess Madelyn Rodriguez (9)

First Runner-Up King Josef Orsak (9) First Runner-Up Duke Jaxson Brisco (9) First Runner-Up Queen Hannah Kovar (9) First Runner-Up Duchess Grace Lewis (9)

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

2010 District One Youth Achievement Day First Place Winners YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

2010 - 2011 DISTRICT ONE ROYALTY

District One Youth Counselor Susan Skrabanek presents a Youth Achievement Awards to, David Mendez of Lodge 186, Caldwell. Also receiving a Youth Achievement Award but not pictured was Chelsey Brinkman of Lodge 186, Caldwell.

TOP JUNIORS AND TOP TEEN

SENIOR GROUP TALENT

JUNIOR GROUP TALENT

Left to right, District One Duchess Madelyn Rodriguez and Queen Taylor Allen, both of Lodge 9, Snook, and King Grant Dusek and Duke Weston Beasley, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor.

District One Top Juniors Tabor Dowell (17), left, and Dillon Narro (17), right, and Top Teen Zachary Shelfer (9)

Lodge 17, New Tabor. Front, left to right, Macy Narro, Alexia Perkkio, Kadie Hartman, Andi LaFountain. Second row: Macey McCuller, Dillon Narro, Tabor Dowell, Mitchell Parks, Brandon Powell, Laramie Cass. Back: Weston Beasley, Zachary Escobar.

INDVIDUAL TALENT

SCRAPBOOK AND POSTER

Front, left to right, Jeremy Ree, Zella Zaskoda, Brittanie Gaas, Tyler Sandner. Back: Trey Groce, Coy Cass, Colby Havemann, Grant Dusek, Logan Jones.

Lodge 17, New Tabor

Left to right, Macy Narro (17), Dillon Narro (17), Grace Vann (186), Meghan Blum (17).

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CONSTRUCTED ITEMS

2010 District One Youth Achievement Day First Place Craft Winners

Left to right, Tabor Dowell (17), Dillon Narro (17), Trey Groce (17), Taylor Allen (9).

FOODS

HANDICRAFT

Left to right, Macy Narro (17), Elias Rose (186), Trey Groce (17), Colby Havemann (17).

HOBBY KITS

NEEDLEWORK

Left to right, Grace Lewis (9), Dillon Narro (17), Tyler Sandner (17), Colby Havemann (17).

Left to right, Kyleigh Hruska (9), Macey McCuller (17), Deanna Hairrell (9), Zachary Shelfer (9).

PHOTOGRAPHY

PICTORIAL ARTS

Left to right, Riley Green (9), Sydney Faust (9), Nikolas Faust (9), Grace Dusek (17).

Left to right, Riley Green (9), Brandon Powell (17), Logan Jones (17), Zella Zaskoda (17).

SEWING

SCIENCE AND EDUCATION

Left to right, Marina Brinkman (186), Brandon Powell (17), Justin Tarver (9), Grant Dusek (17).

Left to right, Andi LaFountain (17), Patrick David (13), Trey Groce (17), Zachary Shelfer (9).

Left to right, Kyleigh Hruska (9), Natalee See (9), Shelby-Lynn Rose (186), Brittanie Gaas (17).

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

Lodge 9, Snook Junior Beseda Front, left to right, Weston Beasley, Dillon Narro, Tabor Dowell, Laramie Cass. Back: Macy Narro, Kadie Hartman, Alexia Perkkio, Andi LaFountain.

Lodge 17, New Tabor Senior Beseda

Front, left to right, Logan Jones, Coy Cass, Grant Dusek, Colby Havemann. Back: Meghan Blum, Brittanie Gaas, Zella Zaskoda, Grace Dusek.

Lodge 9, Snook Senior Beseda

Front, left to right, Josef Orsak, Robert Lewis, Zachary Shelfer, Hayden Kovar. Back: Aimee Winstead, Tayler Allen, Hannah Kovar, Haily Dever.

Lodge 17, New Tabor Senior Beseda

Front, left to right, KJ Macik, Tyler Turskey, Colby See, Zachary Turskey. Back: Kyleigh Hruska, Sydney Faust, Grace Lewis, Riley Allen.

Lodge 9, Snook Senior Beseda

Lodge 9, Snook Junior Beseda

2010 District One Beseda Dancers

Front, left to right, Braxton Faust, Colton Orsak, Landon Eldridge, Justin Tarver. Back: Natalee See, Carlee See, Emily Lewis, Deanna Hairrell.

Front, left to right, Brandon Powell, Trey Groce, Jeremy Ree, Tyler Sandner. Back: Allison Rigler, Macey McCuller, Zella Zaskoda, Grace Dusek.

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District One Youth Achievement Day Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: Thanks, District One Youth Leaders! Pictured left to right are Assistant Youth Leader (AYL) Sharon Kovar and Youth Leader (YL) Marie Shelfer, both of Lodge 9, Snook; ADYC/AYL Sharon Russell and YL Sue Ellen David, both of Lodge 13, Dime Box; YL Mabrey Dowell and ADYC/AYL Holly Narro, both of Lodge 17, New Tabor; AYL Carol Coker and YL Yolanda Brinkman, both of Lodge 186, Caldwell; ADYC

Ann Schoeneman (9); and DYC Susan Skrabanek (17). RIGHT PHOTO: Duchess Madelyn Rodriguez with sister Tatiana Tates and mom Courtney Macik; Queen Taylor Allen with parents Jeff and Nancy, and sisters Shelby, MacKenzie, and Riley; King Grant Dusek with dad Ted, mom Roxanne, and sister Grace; and Duke Weston Beasley with parents Lindy and Chris.

LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are 1977 State Queen Donna Jones, Lacy Jones, 2007 State Queen Lindsey Jones, 2007 State King Colby Havemann, and 2004 and 2006 District One King Kyle Skrabanek, all of Lodge

17, New Tabor. They are all of Lodge 17, New Tabor. PHOTOS 2 and 3: Beseda dancing! RIGHT PHOTO: DYC Susan Skrabanek interviews duchess Grace Lewis of Lodge 9, Snook.

LEFT PHOTO: ADYC Holly Narro instructs royalty contestants. PHOTO 2: Duchess Madelyn Rodriguez (9) readies for the day. PHOTO 3: King Josef Orsak (9) gets assistance from his mom Sheila (9). RIGHT

PHOTO: Thanks to the tabulators: left to right, clockwise, Theresa Schoppe (17), Larry Brinkman (186), Ann Schoeneman (9), Betty Suehs (17), and District One Director Donnie Victorick (9).

LEFT PHOTO: 2009-2010 District One Duchess Andi LaFountain (17), Queen Grace Dusek (17), King Cullen Hairrell (9), and Duke Colby See (9). RIGHT PHOTO: District One Royalty contestants are, front, left to right, duchesses Kadie Hartman (17), Grace Lewis (9), and Madelyn Rodriguez (9)

and dukes Jaxson Brisco (9), Weston Beasley (17), Colby See (9), Zachary Turskey (17), and Konnor Eldridge (9). Back: Queens Meghan Blum (17), Hannah Kovar (9), and Taylor Allen (9) and kings Josef Orsak (9), Grant Dusek (17), Cullen Hairrell (9), Robert Lewis (9), and Zachary Shelfer (9).

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

District Two Youth Achievement Day Saturday, July 10, 2010 - Lodge 29, Taylor

Thank you to all youth members who participated in District Two Youth Achievement Day on Saturday, July 10, 2010, at Lodge 29, Taylor. Guests, you were a tremendous audience. Thank you to all who came and supported our youth. Thank you to Lodge 29 for your kind hospitality. We appreciate the many ways you made this day run so smooth and enjoyable for all of us. This year, once again, we topped the 300 mark for entries. It was great to see so many participants. There were many countless hours of preparations for each entry, whether it be crafts, posters, scrapbooks, talent, royalty, or beseda. I must say these youth are very dedicated as are their leaders and parents. I thank each of you for your involvement in SPJST Youth Program. District Two Flag Bearers Kayla Wuensche of Lodge 48, Beyersville and Justin Kraatz of Lodge 47, Seaton presented the flags. Our 2008-2009 District Two Queen Amber Penn of Lodge 24, Cyclone sang the “Star Spangled Banner.” Thank you, Amber, for sharing your most beautiful voice. Introductions included Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek and wife Joan, District Two Director Bobby Wuensche and wife Ruth Ann, Vestnik Editor/Director of Communication Melanie Zavodny and husband David Nauert, State FAC Chester Jenke and wife Colleen, District Two President Ray Nelson and wife Joyce,

District Two Royalty participants. Front, left to right, duchesses Shelby Horak (80), Kayla Wuensche (48), Ramsey Washam (20), and Chandee Bachmeyer (29), dukes Ty Stock (24), Koby Stone (47), Trent Wuensche (48), and duchess Stephanie Sanders (47). BACK: Queens Nichole Festa (80), Alyssa Torres (48), Elizabeth Tischler (20), and Jacqueline Klaus (29); kings Samuel Vanicek (24), Chris Zavodny (47), and Connor Vanecek (48); and queen Candace Stone (47).

and Lodge 29 member Jesse Pospisil giving a warm welcome to all. I was honored to introduce our masters of ceremonies for the afternoon— graduating senior Miss Stephanie Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone and incoming senior Mr. Neil Rabroker of Lodge 47, Seaton. It is wonderful when our youth take the spotlight to be in charge of such an important part of the program. Thank you both for such a job well done. Five beautiful young ladies and three handsome young men took the stage to share with the audience and judges what “Keeping The Spirit of

SPJST Alive” means to them. Prior to their speeches, each contestant drew a question to answer that was judged. Each contestant’s response was so well answered, and each one presented themselves and their speeches so well. I am so proud of each of you. Congratulations to 2010-2011 District King Samuel Vanicek and Duke Ty Stock, both of Lodge 24, Cyclone, and

2010-2011 District Queen Jaqueline Klaus and Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer, both of Lodge 29, Taylor. Runners-up were Chris Zavodny of Lodge 47, Seaton and Elizabeth Tischler of Lodge 20, Granger. I want to thank our 2009-2010 District Two King Samuel Vanicek and Duke Ty Stock, both of Lodge 24, Cyclone, and Queen Nichole Festa and Duchess Shelby Horak, both of Lodge 80, Holland. Your representation of District Two was fantastic, especially at the Temple Christmas parade braving the cold rain. Crafts, individual and group talents along with the two groups of beseda were great. What talent you all have! All participants – whether you took home a ribbon or not, remember, in my book, all District Two youth are winners. I am so proud of each of you! You make so many people proud of you, your parents, family, and friends. You deserve to give yourself a pat on your back. Thank you to everyone who made this day possible. You are an awesome group of people. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—

District Two Junior Beseda Dancers

District Two Senior Beseda Dancers

Front, left to right, Garrett Festa (80), Justin Kraatz (47), Michael Hoelscher (24), Ryan Festa (80). BACK: Zoe Talasek (47), Angelina Ringwald (47), Emma Hoelscher (24), Kacie Vanecek (48).

Front, left to right, Sam Vanicek (24), Chris Zavodny (47), Brandon Hoelscher (47), Neil Rabroker (47). BACK: Nichole Festa (80), Elizabeth Tischler (20), Candace Stone (47), Alexis Festa (80), Julia Zavodny (47).

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District Two Youth Achievement Day Saturday, July 10, 2010 - Lodge 29, Taylor

Constructed Items Ages 6 to 8 1st - Angelina Ringwald (47) 2nd - Meghan Malcik (24) 3rd - Garrett Festa (80) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Ryan Festa (80) 2nd - Chase Alexander (47) 3rd - Zoe Edwards (47)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Madison Malcik (24) 2nd - Brady Alexander (47) 3rd - Elizabeth Tischler (20)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Brooke Hoelscher (47) 2nd - Sam Vanicek (24) 3rd - Matthew Hoelscher (47) Foods Ages 6 to 8 1st - Nash Campbell (24) 2nd - Angelina Ringwald (47) 3rd - Koby Stone (47) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Allison Janke (80) 2nd - Shelby Horak (80) 3rd - Zoe Edwards (47)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Kacie Vanecek (48) 2nd - Kyle Hoelscher (47) 3rd - Madison Malcik (24)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Matthew Hoelscher (47) 2nd - Chris Zavodny (47) 3rd - Josh Hannington (48) Handicraft Ages 6 to 8 1st - Ryan Davidson (87) 2nd - Hailey Girod (29) 3rd - Matthew Fernandez (246) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Chase Alexander (47) 2nd - Shelby Horak (80) 3rd - Cavan Vestal (20)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Brandon Hoelscher (47) 2nd - Elizabeth Tischler (20) 3rd - Brady Alexander (47)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Brooke Hoelscher (47) 2nd - Matthew Hoelscher (47) 3rd - Nichole Festa (80) Hobby Kits Ages 6 to 8 1st - Emma Hoelscher (24) 2nd - Nash Campbell (24) 3rd - Michael Hoelscher (24) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Chase Alexander (47) 2nd - Macey Malcik (24) 3rd - Shelby Horak (80)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Collin Vanecek (48) 2nd - Madison Malcik (24) 3rd - Bayleigh Washam (20)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Matthew Hoelscher (47) 2nd - Nichole Festa (80) Needlework Ages 6 to 8 1st - Trent Wuensche (48) 2nd - Emma Hoelscher (47) 3rd - Basil Mohad (29)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Kayla Hannington (48) 2nd - Justin Kraatz (47) 3rd - Kayla Wuensche (48)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Brandon Hoelscher (47) 2nd - Kacie Vanecek (48) 3rd - Madison Malcik (24)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Brooke Hoelscher (47) 2nd - Sam Vanicek (24) 3rd - Chris Zavodny (47) Pictorial Arts Ages 6 to 8 1st - Emma Hoelscher (24) 2nd - Basil Mohad (29) 3rd - Michael Hoelscher (24) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Jacqui Wiest (80) 2nd - Kayla Hannington (48) 3rd - Dounia Mohad (29) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Elizabeth Tischler (20) 2nd - Alexis Festa (80) 3rd - Kacie Vanecek (48)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Sam Vanicek (24) 2nd - Josh Hannington (48) 3rd - Brooke Hoelscher (47) Science and Education Ages 6 to 8 1st - Angelina Ringwald (47) 2nd - Colton Regan (47) 3rd - Michael Hoelscher (24) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Kayla Wuensche (48)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Elizabeth Tischler (20) 2nd - Kyle Hoelscher (47)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Maura Vestal (20)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Sam Vanicek (24) 2nd - Neil Rabroker (47) 3rd - Maura Vestal (20)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Landon Stock (24) 2nd - Chandee Bachmeyer (29) 3rd - Payton Porubsky (47)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Allison Janke (80) 2nd - Kayla Wuensche (48) 3rd - Chase Alexander (47)

Photography Ages 6 to 8 1st - Morgan Porubsky (47) 2nd - Nash Campbell (24) 3rd - Brandon Girod (29)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Brady Alexander (47) 2nd - Jacob Horak (80) 3rd - Brandon Hoelscher (47)

Sewing Ages 6 to 8 1st - Trent Wuensche (48) 2nd - Koby Stone (47) 3rd - Ryan Davidson (87)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Laura Janke (80) 2nd - Brandon Hoelscher (47) 3rd - Bayleigh Washam (20)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Brooke Hoelscher (47) 2nd - Nichole Festa (80) Poster 1st - Lodge 47, Seaton 2nd - Lodge 87, Temple 3rd - Lodge 24, Cyclone

Scrapbook 1st - Lodge 24, Cyclone 2nd - Lodge 80, Holland 3rd - Lodge 47, Seaton

Individual Talent Ages 6 to 8 1st - Trent Wuensche (48) 2nd - Angelina Ringwald (47) 3rd - Ryan Davidson (87) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Jacqui Wiest (80) 2nd - Kayla Wuensche (48) 3rd - Dounia Mohad (29)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Elizabeth Tischler (20) 2nd - Bayleigh Washam (20) 3rd - Kacie Vanecek (48)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Nichole Festa (80) Junior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 48, Beyersville Senior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 20, Granger 2nd - Lodge 47, Seaton 3rd - Lodge 80, Holland

Royalty District Two King Samuel Vanicek (24) District Two Duke Ty Stock (24) District Two Queen Jacqueline Klaus (29) District Two Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer (29)

First Runner-Up King Chris Zavodny (47) First Runner-Up Duke Koby Stone (47) First Runner-Up Queen Elizabeth Tischler (20) First Runner-Up Duchess Ramsey Washam (20)

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

2010 District Two Youth Achievement Day First Place Winners 2010 - 2011 DISTRICT TWO ROYALTY

YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

District Two Youth Counselor Patsy Koslovsky presents a Youth Achievement Award to Stephanie Vanicek of Lodge 24, Cyclone.

Left to right, District Two Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer and Queen Jacqueline Klaus, both of Lodge 29, Taylor, and King Samuel Vanicek and Duke Ty Stock, both of Lodge 24, Cyclone.

TOP JUNIOR AND TOP TEEN

JUNIOR GROUP TALENT

SENIOR GROUP TALENT

District Two Top Junior Brandon Hoelscher (47) and Top Teen Stephanie Vanicek (24).

Lodge 48, Beyersville. Left to right, Kayla Hannington, Trent Wuensche, Kayla Wuensche, Kacie Vanecek.

Lodge 20, Granger. Left to right, Ramsey Washam and Elizabeth Tischler.

INDIVIDUAL TALENT

POSTER

SCRAPBOOK

Left to right, Trent Wuensche (48), Jacqui Wiest (80), Elizabeth Tischler (20), Nichole Festa (80).

Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Club

Lodge 24, Cyclone Youth Club

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CONSTRUCTED ITEMS

2010 District Two Youth Achievement Day First Place Craft Winners

Left to right, Angelina Ringwald (47), Ryan Festa (80), Madison Malcik (24), Brooke Hoelscher (47).

FOODS

HANDICRAFT

Left to right, Ryan Davidson (87), Chase Alexander (47), Brandon Hoelscher (47), Brooke Hoelscher (47).

HOBBY KITS

NEEDLEWORK

Left to right, Nash Campbell (24), Allison Janke (80), Kacie Vanecek (48), Matthew Hoelscher (47).

Left to right, Trent Wuensche (48), Kayla Hannington (48), Brandon Hoelscher (47), Maura Vestal (20).

PHOTOGRAPHY

PICTORIAL ARTS

Left to right, Emma Hoelscher (24), Chase Alexander (47), Collin Vanecek (48), Matthew Hoelscher (47).

Left to right, Emma Hoelscher (24), Jacqui Wiest (80), Elizabeth Tischler (20), Sam Vanicek (24).

SEWING

SCIENCE AND EDUCATION

Left to right, Morgan Porubsky (47), Landon Stock (24), Brady Alexander (47), Brooke Hoelscher (47).

Left to right, Angelina Ringwald (47), Kayla Wuensche (48), Elizabeth Tischler (20), Sam Vanicek (24).

Left to right, Trent Wuensche (48), Allison Janke (80), Lauren Janke (80), Brooke Hoelscher (47).

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

District Two Youth Achievement Day Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: District Two Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer with parents Brett and Stephanie; Queen Jacqueline Klaus with parents Mark and Debie, King Samuel Vanicek with parents Joan and Brian and sister Stephanie; and Duke Ty Stock with mother Misty. RIGHT PHOTO: DYC

Patsy Koslovsky (47), right, with help from Assistant DYCs Carol Tallas (29), second from right, and Janet Lyon (80) auction off first place cakes made by, left to right, Matthew Hoelscher (47), Kacie Vanecek (48), Allison Janke (80), and Nash Campbell (24).

LEFT PHOTO: 2008 District Two Queen Amber Penn (24) leads the “StarSpangled Banner.” Looking on are Flag Bearer Kayla Wuensche (48), left, and Master of Ceremonies Neil Rabroker (47). Also serving as flag bearer was Justin Kraatz (47) and master of ceremonies was Stephanie Vanicek

(24). CENTER PHOTO: Thanks to 2009-2010 District Two Queen Nichole Festa and Duchess Shelby Horak, both of Lodge 80, Holland. RIGHT PHOTO: Assistant DYC Carol Tallas and Lodge 80, Holland Youth Leader Frank Horak prepare the winners’ slide show.

LEFT PHOTO: The tabulation committee looks over results. They are, left to right, Janet Lyon (80), Ruth Ann Wuensche (48), Lee Hanusch (47), and District Two Director Bobby Wuensche (48). CENTER PHOTO: Ready for the

day are, left to right, Brooke Hoelscher, Brady Alexander, Brandon Hoelscher, Chase Alexander, with grandmother Nora Sodek, all of Lodge 47, Seaton. RIGHT PHOTO: Candace Stone (47) and Chris Zavodny (47) dance beseda.

LEFT PHOTO: Silent auction of cakes. Funds benefited SPJST Scholarship Fund and ENC. CENTER PHOTO: Neil Rabroker (47) and Julia Za-

vodny (47) dance beseda. RIGHT PHOTO: Nichole Festa (80), center, assists Abby Hoelscher (24) with a puzzle.

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District Three Youth Achievement Day

Sunday, June 27, 2010 - SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington

Dobry den, and we are having a good day from District Three! We held Youth Achievement Day (YAD) on June 27, 2010, at Lodge 183, Arlington. Many thanks to the youth leaders and members of Lodge 183 for a well organized day for our youth. They served us a great continental breakfast to help us all get started for the day. When registration was complete and all craft items were turned over to the judges to make that hard choice of which one will make it to the final stage, a fabulous homecooked meal was served. We are very proud of our youth turning in eight more entries than last year, which added up to 358 entries. Many thanks to parents who guided and helped pushed the children to start and complete their projects. This year, our children are getting even more crafty with the nine craft categories. The posters and scrapbooks were very creative with our theme

of “Czech Us Out in 2009-2010. This year’s talent was very competitive. And, you should have been there for the group numbers! They are getting harder and harder to judge each year. Congratulations, also, to our merit point winners. District Three Top Junior of the Year is Melinda McClellan of Lodge 84, Dallas, and District Three Top Teen of the Year is Anna Dulock of Lodge 6, Cottonwood. Many of our first place winners who went to State Youth Achievement Day that was held in Temple on August 7 brought home state medals. Congratulations to all, and just remember, everyone is a winner at District Three Youth Achievement Day. This is why you need to come Czech us out anytime! Fraternally, Bessie Petr District Three Youth Counselor —SPJST—

District Three Royalty participants. Front, left to right, are Devin Krajca (25), April Dvorak (25), Katherine Durham (92), Amanda Droste (25), Angel Pace (154), Brittney Higgins (183), and Levi Adamek (183). BACK: Scott Cowan (84), Reagan Langer (25), Gena Weeks (183), Rachel McManus (84), Amelia Peterson (6), Katie Weeks (183), and Tommy Weeks (183).

LEFT PHOTO: 2006 SPJST State Duke Zachary McManus (84) leads the Pledge of Allegiance as Assistant DYC Lynda Novak (84), back, left, and DYC Bessie Petr (84) look on. PHOTO 2: Kendall Tucker (84), left, and Rendon Dobecka (6). PHOTO 3: Queen contestant Reagan Langer gets makeup assistance from her aunt Dawn. RIGHT PHOTO: Duke Levi Adamek with father Randy and grandmother Dorothy, all of Lodge 183, Arlington. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Pictured are, front, left to right, Lodge 183

Youth Leader Kay Gerlich Weeks, ADYC Lynda Novak (84), and DYC Bessie Petr (84). Back: ADYC Diana Engelke (66), John Engelke (66), and District Three Director Johnnie Krizan (6). CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are Tom Weeks (183), Colton Daniel (183), Nick Culliton (183), Gordon Hubenak (92), and Randy Adamek (183). RIGHT PHOTO: Left to right are 2008 State Queen Alexa Hubenak (92), 2009 State King Jackson Durham (92), 1999 State King Paxton Davies (92), and 2004 State King Nick Culliton (183).

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District Three Youth Achievement Day

Sunday, June 27, 2010 - SPJST Lodge 183, Arlington Constructed Items Ages 6 to 8 1st - Jacob Mraz (25) 2nd - Dakota Holder (6)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Amanda Droste (25) 2nd - Hayley Slovak (25) 3rd - Melinda McClellan (84) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Dustin Motley (25) 2nd - Elisabeth Cowan (84) 3rd - Victoria Motley (25)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Tommy Weeks (183) Foods Ages 6 to 8 1st - Misty Dvorak (25) 2nd - Rendon Dobecka (6) 3rd - Rachael Humphreys (154) Ages 9 to 11 1st - April Dvorak (25) 2nd - Christian Romero (6) 3rd - Cassidy Higgins (183)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Jason Sims (84) 2nd - Rachel McManus (84) 3rd - Elisabeth Cowan (84)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Reagan Langer (25) 2nd - Scott Cowan (84) 3rd - Katie Weeks (183) Handicraft Ages 6 to 8 1st - Rendon Dobecka (6) 2nd - Dakota Holder (6) 3rd - Hanna Slovak (25)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Brandon Droste (25) 2nd - April Dvorak (25) 3rd - Justin Mraz (25)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Amanda Jurik (25) 2nd - Katelyn Daniel (183) 3rd - Dustin Motley (25)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Katie Weeks (183) 2nd - Gena Weeks (183) 3rd - Michael Jurik (25)

Hobby Kits Ages 6 to 8 1st - Carter Charanza (6) 2nd - Olivia Zmolik (25) 3rd - Hanna Slovak (25)

Pictorial Arts Ages 6 to 8 1st - Hanna Slovak (25) 2nd - Misty Dvorak (25) 3rd - Olivia Zmolik (25)

Scrapbook 1st -Lodge 183, Arlington 2nd - Lodge 6, Cottonwood 3rd - Lodge 25, Ennis

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Michael Jurik (25) 2nd - Katie Weeks (183) 3rd - Scott Cowan (84)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Katherine Durham (92) 2nd - April Dvorak (25) 3rd - Zachary McManus (84)

Ages 9 to11 1st - Brandon Droste (25) 2nd - Levi Adamek (183) 3rd - Angel Pace (154)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Lauren Traugott (92) 2nd - Amanda Droste (25) 3rd - Zachary McManus (84)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Scott Cowan (84) 2nd - Katie Weeks (183) 3rd - Tommy Weeks (183)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Michael Jurik (25) 2nd - Lakn Dieterich (6) 3rd - Anna Dulock (6)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Katelyn Daniel (183) 2nd - Devin Krajca (25) 3rd - Amanda Jurik (25)

Needlework Ages 6 to 8 1st - Misty Dvorak (25)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Zachary McManus (84) 2nd - April Dvorak (25) 3rd - Levi Adamek (183) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Rachel McManus (84)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Amelia Peterson (6) Photography Ages 6 to 8 1st - Olivia Zmolik (25) 2nd - Rendon Dobecka (6) 3rd - Misty Dvorak (25)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Justin Mraz (25) 2nd - Lauren Traugott (82) 3rd - Raiven Jackson (6)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Katelyn Daniel (183) 2nd - Rachel McManus (84) 3rd - Dustin Motley (25)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Gena Weeks (183) 2nd - Tommy Weeks (183) 3rd - Michael Jurik (25)

Science and Education Ages 6 to 8 1st - Rendon Dobecka (6) 2nd - Hanna Slovak (25) 3rd - Ariana Peterson (92)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Zachary McManus (84) 2nd - April Dvorak (25) 3rd - Amanda Droste (25)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Gena Weeks (183) 2nd - Reagan Langer (25) Sewing Ages 6 to 8 1st - Olivia Zmolik (25)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Melinda McClellan (84) 2nd - Amanda Droste (25) 3rd - Hayley Slovak (25) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Katelyn Daniel (183) 2nd - Elisabeth Cowan (84)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Gena Weeks (183) Poster 1st - Lodge 183, Arlington 2nd - Lodge 84, Dallas 3rd - Lodge 6, Cottonwood

Individual Talent Ages 6 to 8 1st - Ariana Peterson (92) 2nd - Misty Dvorak (25) 3rd - Hanna Slovak (25)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Rachel McManus (84) 2nd - Katelyn Daniel (183) 3rd - Elisabeth Cowan (84)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Alexa Hubenak (92) 2nd - Jackson Durham (92) 3rd - Reagan Langer (25) Junior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 25, Ennis 2nd - Lodge 92, Fort Worth 3rd - Lodge 25, Ennis Senior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 183, Arlington 2nd - Lodge 84, Dallas Royalty District Three King Tommy Weeks (183) District Three Duke Levi Adamek (183) District Three Queen Katie Weeks (183) District Three Duchess Brittney Higgins (183)

First Runner-Up King Scott Cowan (84) First Runner-Up Duke Justin Mraz (25) First Runner-Up Queen Gena Weeks (183) First Runner-Up Duchess Caroline Durham (92)

Second Runner-Up Queen Reagan Langer (25) Second Runner-Up Duchess April Dvorak (25)

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2010 District Three Youth Achievement Day First Place Winners YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

2010 - 2011 DISTRICT THREE ROYALTY

Congratulations to Youth Achievement Award recipients Anna Dulock, left, and Lakn Dieterich, both of Lodge 6, Cottonwood. Not pictured are Courtney Halbert of Lodge 6, Cottonwood; Eric Wallace of Lodge 66, Waco; Desiree Christman of Lodge 84, Dallas; and Kim Culliton of Lodge 183, Arlington.

TOP JUNIOR AND TOP TEEN

SENIOR GROUP TALENT

JUNIOR GROUP TALENT

Left to right, District Three Duchess Brittney Higgins, Queen Katie Weeks, King Tommy Weeks, and Duke Levi Adamek, all of Lodge 183, Arlington.

District One Top Juniors Melinda McClellan (84) and Top Teen Anna Dulock (6).

Lodge 25, Ennis. Paige Tignor, Pierce Tignor.

INDVIDUAL TALENT

SCRAPBOOK AND POSTER

Lodge 183, Arlington. Front, left to right, Katie, Tommy, and Gena Weeks.

Lodge 183, Arlington

Left to right, Ariana Peterson (92), Katherine Durham (92), Rachel McManus (84), Alexa Hubenak (92).

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Left to right, Jacob Mraz (25), Amanda Droste (25), Dustin Motley (25), Tommy Weeks (183).

FOODS

HANDICRAFT

CONSTRUCTED ITEMS

2010 District Three Youth Achievement Day First Place Craft Winners

Left to right, Rendon Dobecka (6), Brandon Droste (25), Amanda Jurik (25), Katie Weeks (183).

HOBBY KITS

NEEDLEWORK

Left to right, Misty Dvorak (25), April Dvorak (25), Jason Sims (84), Reagan Langer (25).

Left to right, Misty Dvorak (25), Zachary McManus (84), Rachel McManus (84), Amelia Peterson (6).

PHOTOGRAPHY

PICTORIAL ARTS

Left to right, Carter Charanza (6), Brandon Droste (25), Kaitlyn Daniel (183), Scott Cowan (84).

Left to right, Hanna Slovak (25), Lauren Traugott (92), Devin Krajca (25), Michael Jurik (25).

SEWING

Left to right, Olivia Zmolik (25), Justin Mraz (25), Kaitlyn Daniel (183), Gena Weeks (183).

SCIENCE AND EDUCATION

Left to right, Rendon Dobecka (6), Zachary McManus (84), Gena Weeks (183).

Left to right, Olivia Zmolik (25), Melinda McClellan (84), Kaitlyn Daniel (183), Gena Weeks (183).

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District Three Youth Achievement Day Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: Seated, left to right, are Mary Steinman (154), Melissa Hubenak (92), and Mary Beth Dulock (6). Back: Lakn Dieterich (6), Anna Dulock (6), and Randy Adamek (183). CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are Betty

Machalik (25), Vicki Sims (84), and Kelly Tucker (84). RIGHT PHOTO: Left to right are Holly Hubenak Anderson (92), Kay Gerlich Weeks (183), and Jennifer Dvorak (25). Back: Lakn Dieterich (6), left, and Anna Dulock (6).

LEFT PHOTO: Kaitlyn Daniel (183) bids on a cake as DYC Bessie Petr looks on. PHOTO 2: King contestant Scott Cowan (84) reviews his speech with

mom Anne Cowan (84). PHOTO 3: Misty, April, and Danny Dvorak (25) bid on a cake. RIGHT PHOTO: ADYC Lynda Novak interviews duke Justin Mraz (25).

LEFT PHOTO: Left to right are Peggy Dobecka (6), Debra Daniel (183), Lakn Dieterich (6), Anna Dulock (6), Lori Pace (154), and Angel Pace (154). CENTER PHOTO: ADYC Lynda Novak and District Three Director Johnnie Krizan, both standing, assist tabulators, from left, clockwise, Pat Sill (183), Shelby Sill (183), Kevin McKenzie, Wayne Mardis, District

Three FAC George Pauling (66), and Robert Sill (183). RIGHT PHOTO: Helping in the kitchen are, left to right, Debra Daniel, Rita Mardis, Angeline Stiborek, Colton Daniel, Milka Bralic, Ann Pustejovsky, Raymond Mikeska, Ella Mikeska, and Dorothy Adamek, all of Lodge 183, Arlington.

LEFT PHOTO: Thanks to 2009 District Three Royalty King Jackson Durham (92), Queen Gena Weeks (183), Duke Brandon Droste (25), and Duchess Caroline Durham (92). CENTER PHOTO: 2005 State Duchess Amanda Jurik, 2002 State Duke Michael Jurik with grandparents Mildred and Eugene Dolezal, all of Lodge 25, Ennis. RIGHT PHOTO: The royal

family. Duchess Brittney Higgins with sisters Cassidy and Destney and father Eddie Higgins; Queen Katie Weeks and King Tommy Weeks with sister Gena, parents Tom and Kay, grandparents Dorothy and Eugene Gerlich, and cousin Nick Culliton; and Duke Levi Adamek with father Randy and grandmother Dorothy. They are from Lodge 183, Arlington.

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

District Three Youth Achieve at 2010 State YAD

District Three was well represented at State Youth Achievement Day in Temple on Saturday, August 7, 2010, at the Mayborn Convention Center. The day consisted of beseda exhibition, talent, crafts, posters, scrapbooks, and royalty competition. We are very proud of our youth and all of their accomplishments. First place winners were: Junior Group Talent Lodge 25, Ennis Paige and Pierce Tignor Individual Talent - Ages 6 to 8 Misty Dvorak - Lodge 25, Ennis Individual Talent - Ages 9 to 11 Katherine Durham Lodge 92, Fort Worth Constructed Items - Ages 12 to 14 Dustin Motley - Lodge 25, Ennis Foods - Ages 6 to 8 Misty Dvorak - Lodge 25, Ennis Foods - Ages 9 to 11 April Dvorak - Lodge 25, Ennis Pictorial Arts Ages 15 to High School Senior Michael Jurik - Lodge 25, Ennis Science and Education Ages 15 to High School Senior Gena Weeks - Lodge 183, Arlington Sewing - Ages 6 to 8 Olivia Zmolik - Lodge 25, Ennis

District Three Merit Grant winner is Tommy Weeks of Lodge 183, Arlington. To receive this award, Tommy earned the highest merit points in our district. He was then asked to write an essay that determined the top state winner. Other than attending his local meetings, Tommy also participates in many things that the SPJST Youth Programs offers. He participates in Dis-

trict Youth Achievement Day, district summer camp, state Leaders-inTraining workshop, State Youth Achievement Day, Join Hands Day, Flag Day essay contest, Make A Difference Day, and donates to the 100 Pennies Scholar- Tommy Weeks ship Fund Drive. He also attends his district meetings and participates in all the contests we have such as Christmas ornament, kraslice (Easter egg) decorating, and camp tee-shirt design, and completes Vestnik projects and contests in our weekly newspaper. He has held many officer positions in his own lodge as well as our district. Tommy is so deserving of this award, and we are very proud of his accomplishments that he has achieved within our organization. I would also like to give special recognition to our District Three Royalty who participated at State YAD. District Three King for 2010-2011 is Tommy Weeks. Tommy is the 16-yearold son of Tom and Kay Weeks. He is a member of Lodge 183, Arlington where he has served as treasurer, sergeant-at-arms, and vice president and has assisted on the scrapbook and poster committees. Tommy is a junior at Martin High School where he plays in band and is on the soccer team. His honors include Principal’s Award, honor roll, Spanish Honor Society, and Band Squad Leader. Tommy enjoys band, soccer, video games, and watching television. He plans to attend col-

lege and have a successful career. Tommy’s duke is Levi Adamek. Levi is 11 years old and the son of Randy Adamek. He is a member of Lodge 183, Arlington. Levi is in fifth grade at Sam Houston Elementary School. The 2010-2011 District Three Queen is Katie Weeks. Katie is the 16-year-old daughter of Tom and Kay Weeks. She is a member of Lodge 183, Arlington where she has served as president, treasurer, sergeant-at-arms, and vice president and has assisted with the scrapbook, poster, and sunshine committees. Katie is a junior at Martin High School and is involved in band and soccer. She also plays on a club soccer team and participates in her church youth group. Her honors include Principal’s Award and Trumpet Leadership Award. Katie’s future plan is to graduate from college and be successful. Katie’s duchess is Brittney Higgins. Brittney is eight years old and the daughter of Eddie Higgins. She is a member of Lodge 183, Arlington. Brittney is in third grade at Dunn Elementary School. With our theme being Dobry Den, which in Czech means “good day,” I would like to shine some sun rays about our district. We, over the past decade

have increased our volunteerism and service projects. All of our energy is helping others and our community in which we believe and trusting our ability to make this world a better place. In SPJST, we believe in our tradition of helping families and others which is a great promise for our future fraternalism, by teaching our younger generations the motto, and I quote the youth motto, “I pledge my support to uphold the high ideals of the SPJST: Seeking brotherhood; Pledging benevolence; Joining hands; Supporting humanity; Trusting in my ability to make this world a better place. This I pledge.” By teaching this to our youth in the generations to come, I hope I have mentored the generations of children from the past to carry on this tradition. Thank you again for a wonderful, memorable year that I have added to my 58 years of service. Fraternally yours, Bessie Petr District Three Youth Counselor —SPJST—

District Three: Leaders-In-Training Great Help at Youth Activities

In District Three, active high school youth club members have the opportunity to attend the Leader-in-Training workshop that the state youth department sponsors. It is usually the first weekend in June. This year, the LIT workshop was June 11 to 13 at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm. Those youth who attend this workshop assist their district youth counselors during their summer camping session. This also allows them to help their own youth leader throughout the year. Sometimes working with a lot of younger members can be too much on one person, and this extra helping hand is just so appreciated by the youth

leader and or youth counselor. LITs are usually the most influential youth that the younger members look up to in his/her club. LITs learn positions of leadership and responsibility and share their creative skills and talents.

At this workshop, they learn the keys to successful teamwork, problem-

solving, and guidance to a positive influence to the younger members. District Youth Counselors (DYCs) can put trust into these candidates to help them all throughout the year, and it is always a great helping hand in all events the district sponsors. In 2010, District Three had 19 teens attending the workshop. We were very proud of the large attendance and grateful to know that we will have several helping hands at camp and all throughout the year! Fraternally, Bessie Petr District Three Youth Counselor —SPJST—

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District Four Youth Achievement Day

Saturday, July 17, 2010 - Hawley Church of Christ Hall Foods Ages 6 to 8 1st - Addee Williams (215)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Christine Brooks (229) 2nd - Audree Williams (215)

Photography Ages 12 to 14 1st - Kaycee Lehmann (215)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Carson Lehmann (215)

Handicraft Ages 9 to 11 1st - Cutter Starr (229) 2nd - Jordan Taylor (229)

Pictorial Arts Ages 6 to 8 1st - Leora Young Farmer (229) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Amathist Young Farmer (229)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Christine Brooks (229)

Poster 1st - Lodge 215, South Plains

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Kaycee Lehmann (215) 2nd - Clay Starr (229)

Hobby Kits Ages 6 to 8 1st - Addee Williams (215)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Kaycee Lehmann (215) Needlework Ages 9 to 11 1st - Jordan Taylor (229)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Audree Williams (215)

2010 - 2011 DISTRICT FOUR ROYALTY

Sewing Ages 6 to 8 1st - Addee Williams (215)

Individual Talent Ages 9 to 11 1st - Amathist Young Farmer (229) Royalty District Four King Carson Lehmann (215) District Four Duke Cutter Starr (229) District Four Queen Audree Williams (215) District Four Duchess Addee Williams (215)

Left to right, District Four Duchess Addee Williams, Queen Audree Williams, and King Carson Lehmann, all of Lodge 215, South Plains, and Duke Cutter Starr of Lodge 229, Abilene.

POSTER

TOP JUNIOR AND TOP TEEN

District Four Top Junior Cutter Starr (229) and Top Teen Christine Brooks (229).

Lodge 215, South Plains

LEFT PHOTO: District Four Royalty presents speeches. CENTER PHOTO: District Four Director Billy Rollwitz (49), left, visits with Lee

Lehmann (215). RIGHT PHOTO: District Four Youth Counselor Janice Stevens (229) crowns Queen Audree Williams of Lodge 215, South Plains.

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HANDICRAFT

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Left to right, Addee Williams (215), Christine Brooks (229).

2010

HOBBY KITS

District Four

NEEDLEWORK

Left to right, Cutter Starr (229), Kaycee Lehmann (215), Christine Brooks (229).

Left to right, Jordan Taylor (229), Audree Williams (215).

SEWING

First Place Winners

Left to right, Leora Young Farmer (229), Amathist Young Farmer (229).

Youth Achievement D ay

INDIVIDUAL TALENT

Left to right, Kaycee Lehmann (215), Carson Lehmann (215).

PICTORIAL ARTS

PHOTOGRAPHY

Left to right, Addee Williams (215), Kaycee Lehmann (215).

Addee Williams (215)

Amathist Young Farmer (229)

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District Five Youth Achievement Day

Sunday, June 27, 2010 - SPJST Lodge 88, Houston Constructed Items Ages 6 to 8 1st - Jessica Schoen (88) 2nd - Briana Woodall (88)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Sean Moncrief (88) 2nd - Denae Bronikowski (88) 3rd - Alyssa Moyle (162) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ryan Bronikowski (88) 2nd - Avery Moyle (162)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Ashley Moncrief (88) Foods Ages 6 to 8 1st - Keith Wockenfuss (88) 2nd - Briana Woodall (88) 3rd - Mathieu Barcak (88)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Cameron Woodall (88) 2nd - Mackenzie Collins (162) 3rd - Denae Bronikowski (88) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ryan Bronikowski (88) 2nd - Allison Wockenfuss (88) 3rd - Avery Moyle (162)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Ashley Moncrief (88) Handicraft Ages 6 to 8 1st - Jessica Schoen (88) 2nd - Tyler Schoen (88) 3rd - Keith Wockenfuss (88)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Zachary Collins (162) 2nd - Cameron Woodall (88) 3rd - Alyssa Moyle (162)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Allison Wockenfuss (88) 2nd - Avery Moyle (162) 3rd - Ryan Bronikowski (88)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Ashley Moncrief (88) Hobby Kits Ages 6 to 8 1st - Keith Wockenfuss (88) 2nd - Mathieu Barcak (88) 3rd - Tyler Schoen (88)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Sean Moncrief (88) 2nd - Zoe Saxton (142) 3rd - Jaci Malovets (162)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Allison Wockenfuss(88)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Austin Harmon (139) Needlework Ages 6 to 8 1st - Tyler Schoen (88)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Mackenzie Collins (162) 2nd - Zachary Collins (162)

Science and Education Ages 6 to 8 1st - Tyler Schoen (88)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Alyssa Moyle (162)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Allison Wockenfuss (88) Sewing Ages 9 to 11 1st - Denae Bronikowski (88)

Poster 1st - Lodge 162, Iowa Colony 2nd - Lodge 88, Houston 3rd - Lodge 142, Houston

Scrapbook 1st - Lodge 88, Houston 2nd - Lodge 162, Iowa Colony 3rd - Lodge 142, Houston Individual Talent Ages 9 to 11 1st - Jorgia Conway (142) 2nd - Denae Bronikowski (88) 3rd - Alyssa Moyle (162) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Avery Moyle (162) 2nd - Ryan Bronikowski (88)

Junior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 162, Iowa Colony

Photography Ages 6 to 8 1st - Mathieu Barcak (88) 2nd - Jessica Schoen (88) 3rd - Briana Woodall (88)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Denae Bronikowski (88) 2nd - Sean Moncrief (88) 3rd - Cameron Woodall (88)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ryan Bronikowski (88) 2nd - Allison Wockenfuss (88) 3rd - Avery Moyle (162)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Austin Harmon (139) 2nd - Ashley Moncrief (88) Pictorial Arts Ages 6 to 8 1st - Mathieu Barcak (88) 2nd - Jessica Schoen (88) 3rd - Keith Wockenfuss (88)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Denae Bronikowski (88) 2nd - Jaci Malovets (162) 3rd - Zachary Collins (162) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ryan Bronikowski (88) 2nd - Avery Moyle (162)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Ashley Moncrief (88)

Winning 2010 SPJST Camp Tee-Shirt Design Contest Rachel McManus Lodge 84, Dallas • District Three

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2010 District Five Youth Achievement Day Winners YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

JUNIOR GROUP TALENT

Congratulations to Youth Achievement Award winner Jodi Malovets of Lodge 162, Iowa Colony.

Lodge 162, Iowa Colony. Left to right, Avery and Alyssa Moyle.

TOP JUNIOR AND TOP TEEN

INDIVIDUAL TALENT

SCRAPBOOK

District Five Top Juniors Allison Wockenfuss of Lodge 88, Houston and Top Teen Jodi Malovets of Lodge 162, Iowa Colony.

Left to right, Jorgia Conway (142) and Avery Moyle (162).

Lodge 88, Houston

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W o r d F i n d

Lodge 162, Iowa Colony

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CONSTRUCTED ITEMS

2010 District Five Youth Achievement Day First Place Craft Winners

Left to right, Jessica Schoen (88), Sean Moncrief (88), Ryan Bronikowski (88), Ashley Moncrief (88).

FOODS

HANDICRAFT

Left to right, Jessica Schoen (88), Zachary Collins (162), Allison Wockenfuss (88), Ashley Moncrief (88).

HOBBY KITS

NEEDLEWORK

Left to right, Keith Wockenfuss (88), Cameron Woodall (88), Ryan Bronikowski (88), Ashley Moncrief (88).

Left to right, Tyler Schoen (88), Mackenzie Collins (162).

PHOTOGRAPHY

PICTORIAL ARTS

Left to right, Keith Wockenfuss (88), Sean Moncrief (88), Allison Wockenfuss (88), Austin Harmon (139).

Left to right, Mathieu Barcak (88), Denae Bronikowski (88), Ryan Bronikowski (88), Ashley Moncrief (88).

SEWING

SCIENCE AND EDUCATION

Left to right, Mathieu Barcak (88), Denae Bronikowski (88), Ryan Bronikowski (88), Austin Harmon (139).

Left to right, Tyler Schoen (88), Alyssa Moyle (162), Allison Wockenfuss (88).

Denae Bronikowski (88)

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District Five Youth Achievement Day Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: Youth club officers for the 2010-2011 year are, front, left to right, Mathieu Barcak (88), Tyler Schoen -standing in for Blake Brogdon (88), and Zoe Saxton (162). Second row: Denae Bronikowski (88), Jessica Schoen (88), Jaci Malovets (162), Alyssa Moyle (162), and Avery Moyle (162). Back: District Five President Carolyn Filipp-Beseda, District Five Director Larry

W. Pflughaupt, center, and Supreme Lodge President Brian Vanicek. CENTER PHOTO: District Five youth leaders, left to right, are, Catherine Manchack (142), assistant Michelle Wockenfuss (88), Brenda Moyle (162), and assistant Jennifer Malovets (162). RIGHT PHOTO: 2009-2010 District Five Queen Jodi Malovets (162) emcees.

LEFT PHOTO: Assistant District Youth Counselor Brenda Moyle (162) and District Youth Counselor Barbara Linney-Gonzales (88). CENTER PHOTO:

Looking over the silent auction. RIGHT PHOTO: Stephanie Vanicek (24) picks up hamburgers from John Broz (88).

LEFT PHOTO: Dorothy Pflughaupt (88), left, and Michelle Wockenfuss (88). CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are Clara Broz, Linda Wehring, Cindy Sher-

man, and Edna Wehring, all of Lodge 88, Houston. RIGHT PHOTO: Karole Coleman with sons Douglas, back, and Zachary, all of Lodge 88.

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 88 President Pat Bruce, left, and Carolyn Pechacek (88). CENTER PHOTO: Left to right are Floyd Harmon (139), Richard Mon-

crief (88), and Director Pflughaupt (88). RIGHT PHOTO: Sean Moncrief (88) with youth club friend Jessica Schoen (88) and her mother Shirley (88).

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District Six Youth Achievement Day

Sunday, July 18, 2010 - Blessing Community Center Constructed Items Ages 6 to 8 1st - Mikael Gonzalez (32) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Orion Gonzalez (32) 2nd - Colby Cerny (40)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Jonathan Gonzalez (32) 2nd - Ryan Drapela (30) 3rd - Jacob Supak (30)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Jonathan Vahalik (4) 2nd - Jeremy Supak (30) Foods Ages 6 to 8 1st - Luc Marcaurele (30)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Mercedes Leos (32) 2nd - Sky Garcia (40) 3rd - Natalie Rendon (32) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Allison Fucik (30) 2nd - Jacob Supak (30) 3rd - Cynthia Garcia (40)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Jeremy Supak (30) 2nd - Jessica Fucik (30) 3rd - Vincent Lutringer (30) Handicraft Ages 6 to 8 1st - Luc Marcaurele (30) 2nd - Taylor Thurmond (148) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Natalie Rendon (32) 2nd - Colby Cerny (40 3rd - Blake Zielonka (148)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Myranda Zielonka (148) 2nd - Natalie Rendon (32) 3rd - Blake Zielonka (148) 3rd - Tristan Voldan (148) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Daisy Enriquez (40) 2nd - Sarah Siptak (4) 3rd - Dylan Treumer (30)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Mark Siptak (4) 2nd - Jonathan Vahalik (4) 3rd - Jessica Fucik (30) Needlework Ages 12 to 14 1st - Allison Fucik (30) 2nd - Dylan Treumer (30)

Photography Ages 6 to 8 1st - Taylor Thurmond (148) 2nd - Mikael Gonzalez (32) 3rd - Isabella Ikonomos (32)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Sky Garcia (40) 2nd - Myranda Zielonka (148) 3rd - Tristan Voldan (148) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Sarah Siptak (4) 2nd - Ryan Drapela (30) 3rd - Jacob Supak (30)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Jessica Fucik (30) 2nd - Jonathan Vahalik (4) 3rd - Sarah Supak (30) Pictorial Arts Ages 6 to 8 1st - Taylor Thurmond (148) 2nd - Isabella Ikonomos (32)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ryan Drapela (30) 2nd - Dylan Treumer (30) 3rd - Allison Fucik (30)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Blake Zielonka (148) 2nd - Tristan Voldan (148) 3rd - Myranda Zielonka (148)

Hobby Kits Ages 6 to 8 1st - Taylor Thurmond (148) 2nd - Luc Marcaurele (30)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Sarah Supak (30) 2nd - Jeremy Supak (30) 3rd - Vincent Lutringer (30)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Jessica Fucik (30) 2nd - Sarah Supak (30) 3rd - Jeremy Supak (30)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Ryan Drapela (30) 2nd - Andrew Zielonka (148) 3rd - Jonathan Gonzalez (32)

Science and Education Ages 6 to 8 1st - Luc Marcaurele (30) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Mercedes Leos (32) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Craig Cerny (40)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Jonathan Vahalik (4) 2nd - Jeremy Supak (30) Sewing Ages 6 to 8 1st - Luc Marcaurele (30) Ages 9 to 11 1st - Marina Rivas (32) 2nd - Sky Garcia (40)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Allison Fucik (30) 2nd - Daisy Enriquez (40) 3rd - Jacob Supak (30)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Sarah Supak (30) 2nd - Jessica Fucik (30) 3rd - Vincent Lutringer (30)

Poster 1st - Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje 2nd - Lodge 30, Taiton Scrapbook 1st - Lodge 30, Taiton 2nd - Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Individual Talent Ages 12 to 14 1st - Allison Fucik (30)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Sarah Supak (30) 2nd - Jessica Fucik (30) Senior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 30, Taiton Royalty King District Six King Andrew Zielonka (148) District Six Duke Blake Zielonka (148) District Six Queen Allison Fucik (30) District Six Duchess Myranda Zielonka (148)

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

2010 District Six Youth Achievement Day First Place Winners INDIVIDUAL TALENT

2010 - 2011 DISTRICT SIX ROYALTY

Left to right, District Six Duchess Myranda Zielonka (148), Queen Allison Fucik (30), King Andrew Zielonka (148), and Duke Blake Zielonka (148).

TOP JUNIOR AND TOP TEEN

POSTER

District Six Top Junior Isabella Ikonomos (32) and Top Teen Jessica Fucik (30).

Allison Fucik (30), left, and Sarah Supak (30).

SENIOR GROUP TALENT

Lodge 30, Taiton. Left to right, Vincent Lutringer, Allison Fucik, Ryan Drapela, Jessica Fucik, Luc Marcaurele, Dylan Treumer.

INDIVIDUAL TALENT

YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

Congratulations to Youth Achievement Award recipient Gerard Marcaurele of Lodge 30, Taiton. Lodge 40, El Campo-Hillje Youth Club.

Lodge 30, Taiton

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CONSTRUCTED ITEMS

2010 District Six Youth Achievement Day First Place Craft Winners

Left to right, Mikael Gonzalez (32), Orion Gonzalez (32), Jonathon Gonzalez (32), Jonathan Vahalik (4).

FOODS

HANDICRAFT

Left to right, Luc Marcaurele (30), Natalie Rendon (32), Ryan Drapela (30), Jessica Fucik (30).

HOBBY KITS

NEEDLEWORK

Left to right, Luc Marcaurele (30), Mercedes Leos (32), Allison Fucik (30), Jeremy Supak (30).

Left to right, Taylor Thurmond (148), Myranda Zielonka (148), Daisy Enriquez (40), Mark Siptak (4).

PHOTOGRAPHY

PICTORIAL ARTS

Allison Fucik (30).

Left to right, Blake Zielonka (148), Taylor Thurmond (148), Ryan Drapela (30), Sarah Supak (30).

SEWING

SCIENCE AND EDUCATION

Left to right, Taylor Thurmond (148), Sky Garcia (40), Sarah Siptak (4), Jessica Fucik (30).

Left to right, Luc Marcaurele (30), Mercedes Leos (32), Craig Cerny (40), Jonathan Vahalik (4).

Left to right, Luc Marcaurele (30), Marina Rivas (32), Allison Fucik (30), Sarah Supak (30).

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

2010 District Six Youth Achievement Day Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: Sarah Siptak (4) checks her entries in. CENTER PHOTO: Pictured are, left to right, Marjorie Treumer (30), Mary Monclova (32), District Six Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela (30), Nancy Fucik (30), and Ardis Bacak (40). RIGHT PHOTO: Assistant DYC Susan Siptak with children Sarah and Mark, all of Lodge 4,

GOLD AWARDS Meghan Blum (17) Anna Dulock (6) Hayden Kovar (9) Colton Orsak (9) Josef Orsak (9) Amanda Hoggard (202)

Hallettsville. BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Vlasta Bartos (40), left, and Mary Ann Cerny (40). BELOW CENTER PHOTO: Awaiting the activities are, left to right, Allison Fucik, (30), Jessica Fucik (30), Andrew Zielonka (148), and Vincent Lutringer (30). BELOW RIGHT PHOTO: DYC Lisa Bubela (30), left, looks over craft entries.

2010 Presidential Service Award Winners Lane Hoggard (202) Samuel Hoggard (202) SILVER AWARDS Deanna Hairrell (9) Emily Lewis (9) Grace Lewis (9)

John Mayo (189) Lakn Dieterich (6) Landon Eldridge (9) Robert Lewis (9)

BRONZE AWARDS Cullen Hairrell (9) Colby Havemann (17) Hannah Kovar (9) Carlee See (9) Natalee See (9) Zachary Shelfer (9)

2010 District Seven Youth Achievement Day Scenes

LEFT PHOTO: District Seven Royalty contestants are, front, left to right, duke Jordan Woodall (185) and duchesses Leah McDonald (185), Kelly House (202), and Xadie Reyes (202). Back: King Lane Hoggard (202) and queens Shelby Howard (185), Michelle House (202), and Miranda

Wiederhold (202). CENTER PHOTO: District Seven Youth Counselor Wendy Pruski (107) is ready to hand out awards as master of ceremonies Donnie Howard (185) announces the results. RIGHT PHOTO: King Lane Hoggard (202) delivers his royalty speech.

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District Seven Youth Achievement Day Sunday, June 27, 2010 - Lodge 107, Floresville

District Seven Youth Achievement Day was hosted by Lodge 107, Floresville and was held at the lodge hall on Sunday, June 27, 2010. We had a nice turnout with around 200 craft and talent entries. We started the busy day with registration. Thanks to all of the adults for their help with registration and setting up the crafts. Thanks to former State Youth Director John Hoelscher and Assistant District Youth Counselors Regina House and Belenda Barta for

checking the crafts to make sure everyone followed the rules. Thank you to Val Barta for taking care of participation awards and to Donnie Howard for serving as our master of ceremonies. You did a great job! We started our competition with royalty. We had one king and three queens vying for District Seven Royalty titles. Our king is Lane Hoggard of Lodge 202, Jourdanton, and his duke is Jordan Woodall of Lodge 185, New Braunfels. Our queen is Michelle

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Noah Schmidt (185) 2nd - Amanda Hoggard (202) 3rd - Abigail Schmidt (185)

Hobby Kits Ages 6 to 8 1st - Ciara Popham (107)

Constructed Items Ages 6 to 8 1st - Ciara Popham (107) 2nd - Zach Howard (185)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Miranda Wiederhold (202) 2nd - Michelle House (202) 3rd - Devin Vasquez (202)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Raven Vasquez (202) 2nd - Clay Howard (185) Foods Ages 6 to 8 1st - Xadie Reyes (202)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Leah McDonald (185) 2nd - Isabella Wiederhold (202) 3rd - Amanda Hoggard (202)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Devin Vasquez (202) 2nd - Miranda Wiederhold (202) 3rd - Luke Jaroszewski (185) Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Lane Hoggard (202) 2nd - Charley Stokes (185) 3rd - Shelby Howard (185) Handicraft Ages 6 to 8 1st - Ciara Popham (107)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Abigail Schmidt (185) 2nd - Amanda Hoggard (202) 3rd - David Sanders (107)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Liliana Wiederhold (202) 2nd - Miranda Wiederhold (202) 3rd - Sammy Hoggard (202)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Lane Hoggard (202) 2nd - Clay Howard (185) 3rd - Raven Vasquez (202)

Ages 9 to11 1st - Isabella Wiederhold (202) 2nd - Noah Schmidt (185) 3rd - Samara Valdez (185) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Xzavier Reyes (202) 2nd - Angel Valdez (202) 3rd - Isaac Schmidt (185)

Needlework Ages 9 to 11 1st - Kelly House (202) 2nd - Samara Valdez (202)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Liliana Wiederhold (202) 2nd - Angel Valdez (202) 3rd - Alexyss Reyes (202)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Shelby Howard (185) Photography Ages 6 to 8 1st - Zach Howard (185) 2nd - Ciara Popham (107) 3rd - Xadie Reyes (202)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Samara Valdez (202) 2nd - Jordan Woodall (185) 3rd - David Sanders (107)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Xzavier Reyes (202) 2nd - Devin Vasquez (202) 3rd - Sammy Hoggard (202)

House, and her duchess is Kelly House. They are both from Lodge 202, Jourdanton. First runner-up queen was Shelby Howard with her duchess Leah McDonald, both of Lodge 185, New Braunfels. We have many talented youth in our district. They entertained us throughout the afternoon. Thanks to Larry Bertrand, Glen Pruski, and Travis Barta for being my tabulators, and to Donnie Howard for also being my sound man. Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Lane Hoggard (202) 2nd - Clay Howard (185) 3rd - Shelby Howard (185) Pictorial Arts Ages 6 to 8 1st - Ciara Popham (107)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Emily Hancock (185) 2nd - Amanda Hoggard (202) 3rd - Kelly House (202)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Liliana Wiederhold (202) 2nd - Michelle House (202) 3rd - Angel Valdez (202)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Raven Vasquez (202) 2nd - Lane Hoggard (202) 3rd - Clay Howard (185) Science and Education Ages 9 to 11 1st - Leah McDonald (185) 2nd - Noah Schmidt (185) 3rd - Jordan Woodall (185)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Liliana Wiederhold (202) 2nd - Sammy Hoggard (202) 3rd - Isaac Schmidt (185)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Shelby Howard (185)

Sewing Ages 9 to 11 1st - Samara Valdez (202) 2nd - Isabella Wiederhold (202) 3rd - Abigail Schmidt (185) Ages 12 to 14 1st - Liliana Wiederhold (202)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Shelby Howard (185) 2nd - Lane Hoggard (202) 3rd - Clay Howard (185)

Congratulations to all first place winners who advanced to compete at State YAD in August. Thanks to everyone who helped this day run smoothly and finish on time. Also, a big thank you to the members of Lodge 107 who helped me set up and get the hall ready for a great competition. Fraternally, Wendy Pruski District Seven Youth Counselor —SPJST— Poster 1st - Lodge 202, Jourdanton 2nd - Lodge 185, New Braunfels Scrapbook 1st - Lodge 185, New Braunfels Individual Talent Ages 6 to 8 1st - Xadie Reyes (202)

Ages 9 to 11 1st - Abigail Schmidt (185) 2nd - Isabella Wiederhold (202)

Ages 12 to 14 1st - Sammy Hoggard (202) 2nd - Angel Valdez (202) 3rd - Miranda Wiederhold (202)

Ages 15 to High School Senior 1st - Shelby Howard (185) Junior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 202, Jourdanton Senior Group Talent 1st - Lodge 202, Jourdanton Royalty District Seven King Lane Hoggard (202) District Seven Duke Jordan Woodall (185) District Seven Queen Michelle House (202) District Seven Duchess Kelly House (202)

First Runner-Up Queen Shelby Howard (185) First Runner-Up Duchess Leah McDonald (185) Second Runner-Up Queen Miranda Wiederhold (202) Second Runner-Up Duchess Xadie Reyes (202)

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2010 District Seven Youth Achievement Day First Place Winners 2010 - 2011 DISTRICT SEVEN ROYALTY

YOUTH ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS

TOP JUNIOR AND TOP TEEN

The 2010-2011 District Seven Royalty are King Lane Hoggard, Queen Michelle House, and Duchess Kelly House, all of Lodge 202, Jourdanton, and Duke Jordan Woodall of Lodge 185, New Braunfels. CENTER PHOTO: Youth Achievement Award recipients are Travis Barta, left, of Lodge 202, Jourdanton and Travis Popham-Purchis of Lodge 107, Floresville. Not pictured is Brandon Korus of Lodge 107, Floresville. RIGHT PHOTO: District Seven Top Junior is Amanda Hoggard and Top Teen is Lane Hoggard, both of Lodge 202, Jourdanton.

SENIOR GROUP TALENT

INDIVIDUAL TALENT

JUNIOR GROUP TALENT

Lodge 202, Jourdanton. Valdez, Samara Valdez.

Angel

Lodge 202, Jourdanton. Lane Hoggard, Sammy Hoggard.

Lodge 185, New Braunfels

POSTER

SCRAPBOOK

Left to right, Xadie Reyes (202), Abigail Schmidt (185), Sammy Hoggard (202) Shelby Howard (185).

Lodge 185, New Braunfels - 2nd Place

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CONSTRUCTED ITEMS

2010 District Seven Youth Achievement Day First Place Craft Winners

Left to right, Raven Vasquez (202), Miranda Wiederhold (202), Noah Schmidt (185), Ciara Popham (107).

FOODS

HANDICRAFT

Left to right, Lane Hoggard (202), Liliana Wiederhold (202), Abigail Schmidt (185), Ciara Popham (107).

HOBBY KITS

NEEDLEWORK

Left to right, Lane Hoggard (202), Devin Vasquez (202), Leah McDonald (185), Xadie Reyes (202).

Left to right, Shelby Howard (185), Liliana Wiederhold (202), Kelly House (202).

PHOTOGRAPHY

PICTORIAL ARTS

Left to right, Xzavier Reyes (202), Isabella Wiederhold (202), Ciara Popham (107).

Left to right, Raven Vasquez (202), Liliana Wiederhold (202), Emily Hancock (185), Ciara Popham (107).

SEWING

SCIENCE AND EDUCATION

Left to right, Lane Hoggard (202), Xzavier Reyes (202), Samara Valdez (202), Zach Howard (185).

Left to right, Shelby Howard (185), Liliana Wiederhold (202), Leah McDonald (185).

Left to right, Shelby Howard (185), Liliana Wiederhold (202), Samara Valdez (202).

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Place

1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

1 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5

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2009 - 2010 SPJST Youth Merit Point Winners

DISTRICT ONE JUNIORS

Lodge

9 17 17 1 9 9 17 17 17 17 186 1 1 1 1 1 1 39 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 9 13 17 17 17 17 17 186 186 1 9 9 9 9 9 9 13 17 186 186 186 9 9 9 9 9 9 13 17 17 17 17

Youth

Hayden Kovar Dillon Narro Tabor Dowell Rusty Aparicio Colby See Grace Lewis Andi La Fountain Macey McCuller Macy Narro Sierra Cash Kyle Brinkman Brandon Lovell Jade Wessels Jagger Wessels Justin Shimek Nate Schielack Sydney Krebs Carlee See Colton Orsak Deanna Hairrell Emily Lewis Jaxson Brisco Jaycie Brisco Justin Tarver Konnor Eldridge Kyleigh Hruska Landon Eldridge Madelyn Rodriguez Matthew Schoppe Natalee See Sierra Sebesta Patrick David Alexia Perkkio Jeremy Ree Kadie Hartman Kellie Ihlenfeldt Mitchell Parks Elias Rose Marina Brinkman Logan Spanihel Braxton Faust Mackenzie Allen Morgan Sebesta Nikolas Faust Riley Allen Sydney Faust Hunter David Laramie Cass J.T. Enrique Jessica Enrique Shelby-Lynn Rose Colton Gantt Kohl Junek Makayla Langdon Taylor Swarb Tyler Turskey Zachary Turskey Kolby Kothmann Brandon Powell Cameron Suehs Don Leon (Trey) Groce Zachary Escobar

DISTRICT ONE TEENS 9 Zachary Shelfer 9 Cody Dever 9 Haily Dever 17 Brittanie Gaas 17 Colby Havemann 1 Fidel Aparicio, Jr 1 Mavrick Evans 9 Josef Orsak 9 Robert Lewis 13 William Jatzlau 17 Logan Jones 17 Meghan Blum 1 Bowyn Bauer 1 Cody Scully 1 Jeri Stanley 1 Jesse Evans 1 Jordan Evans 9 Cullen Hairrell 9 Hannah Kovar 17 Coy Cass 17 Grace Dusek 17 Grant Dusek 17 Kara Ihlenfeldt 17 Tyler Sandner 17 Willie Ihlenfeldt 1 Brittany Thompson 1 Ivy Titmus 9 Aimee Winstead 9 Allison Green 9 Justin Miller 9 Shelby Allen

Points

139 150 150 117 114 125 125 116 130 130 113 100 101 100 103 93 97 106 106 99 103 97 95 95 104 105 99 104 103 101 93 103 112 103 104 98 93 94 105 88 80 83 91 90 86 90 92 90 76 78 88 55 65 67 72 69 62 63 57 61 60 71

170 138 133 130 136 114 117 127 114 118 112 121 107 90 102 108 94 94 107 94 98 98 90 107 95 87 72 88 86 76 85

5 5 5 5 5

1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

1 1 1 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 5

9 9 17 186 186

Taylor Allen Vincent Miller Zella Zaskoda David Mendez Grace Vann

DISTRICT TWO JUNIORS 47 Brady Alexander 47 Brandon Hoelscher 47 Chase Alexander 47 Julia Zavodny 47 Justin Kraatz 47 Zoe Edwards 48 Kayla Wuensche 80 Alexis Festa 18 T.J. Anderson 24 Michael Hoelscher 47 Abigale Fulton 47 Angelina Ringwald 47 Bayley Fulton 48 Alexis Taylor 48 Kacie Vanecek 48 Kayla Hannington 48 Trent Wuencshe 80 Garrett Festa 80 Jacob Horak 80 Ryan Festa 80 Shelby Horak 24 Allison Evatt 24 Meghan Malcik 24 Ty Stock 24 Tyler Evatt 29 Dounia Mohad 29 Hailey Girod 47 Carley Cummings 47 Colton Regan 47 Koby Stone 47 Kyle Hoelscher 47 Macey Cummings 47 Madeline Cummings 47 Payton Porubsky 20 Bayleigh Washam 20 Ramsey Washam 24 Abigail Bruggman 24 Cade Campbell 24 Cole Campbell 24 Cortni Ashcraft 24 Emma Hoelscher 24 Kalen Ashcraft 24 Landon Stock 24 Macey Malcik 24 Madison Malcik 24 Nash Campbell 24 Shelby Bruggman 29 Brandon Girod 29 Kaitlyn Whatley 47 Stephanie Sanders 47 Tyler Wilson 80 Allison Janke 80 Jacqueline Wiest 20 James Cavan Vestal 20 Kegan Vestal 24 Amya Rodriguez 24 Dustin Andel 24 Lawrence Stock 24 Rachel Andel 24 Seth Ray 29 Chandee Bachmeyer 29 Joseph Kaderka 47 Jason Pietrowski 47 Lilly Cummings 47 Morgan Porubsky

DISTRICT TWO TEENS 24 Sam Vanicek 24 Stephanie Vanicek 47 Brooke Hoelscher 18 E.J. Anderson 18 J.B. Anderson 18 Mikhaila Nelson 80 Nichole Festa 18 Brandon Bowen 47 Christopher Zavodny 47 Jerry Pechal 47 Matthew Hoelscher 48 Alyssa Torres 48 Collin Vanecek 48 Josh Hannington 29 Jackie Klaus 29 Najatt Mohad 47 Kandace Stone 47 Patrick Neil Rabroker 20 Elizabeth Tischler 80 Lauren Janke

83 88 86 85 73

142 153 140 135 145 149 139 135 132 120 129 132 131 113 125 120 115 128 124 131 129 95 96 111 99 102 94 109 101 106 111 108 103 94 77 77 77 89 87 81 79 79 85 92 76 89 78 84 87 76 83 82 76 60 55 56 64 68 65 57 58 53 72 66 66

157 161 154 134 140 132 143 120 111 111 116 117 123 120 92 104 107 92 81 82

1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

2 2 2 2 2 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

3 3 3 3 4 5 5 5 3 3 3 5 5

1 1 2 2 2 2 2 3

DISTRICT THREE JUNIORS 25 April Dvorak 84 Melinda McClellan 6 Carter Charanza 6 Rendon Dobecka 25 Hanna Slovak 25 Hayley Slovak 25 Misty Dvorak 25 Paige Tignor 183 Katelyn Daniel 6 Dakota Holder 6 Raiven Jackson 25 Amanda Droste 25 Austen Holland 25 Brandon Droste 25 Jacob Mraz 25 Justin Mraz 25 Pierce Tignor 84 Zachary McManus 92 Caroline Durham 92 Katherine Durham 92 Lauren Traugott 154 Rachael Humphreys 183 Levi Adamek 6 Christian Romero 25 Amanda Jurik 25 Devin Krajca 25 Dustin Motley 84 Jason Sims 154 Gage Cornell 183 Brittney Higgins 183 Cassidy Higgins 25 Erica Clark 25 Madeline Clark 25 Olivia Zmolik 54 Andrew Darnell 54 Megan Darnell 84 Emily Andreason 84 William Andreason 92 Arianna Peterson 154 Angel Pace 154 Athens Milan 154 Clark Jones 154 Dylan Kearney 154 Sydney Milan 183 Destney Higgins DISTRICT THREE TEENS 6 Anna Dulock 6 Lakn Dieterich 183 Gena Weeks 183 Katie Weeks 183 Tommy Weeks 84 Elisabeth Cowan 84 Rachel McManus 6 Amelia Peterson 6 Courtney Halbert 25 Tori Motley 84 Scott Cowan 92 Alexa Hubenak 92 Jackson Durham 154 Emily Humphreys 6 Bracy Craig 25 Julie Regan Langer 25 Michael Jurik 66 Eric Wallace 84 Desiree Christman 154 Taylor Cornell 183 Kimberly Culliton 183 Rachel Reed

DISTRICT FOUR JUNIORS 215 Addee Williams 229 Cutter Chase Starr 229 Jordan Taylor 229 Matthew Clayton Starr 229 Katelyn Taylor 229 Bradon Copeland 229 Chelsey Stevens 229 Ryan Copeland DISTRICT FOUR TEENS 215 Audree Williams 215 Reed Williams 229 Christine Brooks 215 Carson Lehmann 215 Kaycee Lehmann

DISTRICT FIVE JUNIORS 88 Allison Wockenfuss 162 Alyssa Moyle 88 Jessica Schoen 88 Denae Bronikowski 88 Keith Wockenfuss 88 Ryan Bronikowski 162 Avery Moyle 142 Zoe Saxton

135 151 130 132 128 115 113 114 132 96 107 110 97 111 106 106 112 102 109 111 110 104 98 76 88 83 88 88 90 84 82 58 57 68 71 71 55 62 54 57 61 66 56 66 59

146 135 143 143 143 124 111 109 102 99 93 93 100 99 83 85 75 87 76 88 83 87

94 103 98 93 88 63 67 63 113 114 118 89 89

152 135 120 120 129 116 132 94

3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 5 5 5

162 162 88 88 88 142 162 162 88 88 142 162 162 162

2 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 4 4

DISTRICT SIX JUNIORS 30 Luc Marcaurele 32 Isabella Ikonomos 32 Marina Rivas 32 Natalie Rendon 40 Colby Cerny 148 Blake Zielonka 148 Myranda Zielonka 32 Mercedes Leos 32 Nikolas Rendon 40 Craig Cerny 40 Cynthia Garcia 40 Jack Smith 40 Sky Garcia 148 Jordan Voldan 148 Taylor Thurmond 148 Tristan Voldan 30 Donovan Krpec 30 Jacob Supak 32 Jonathan Gonzalez 32 Mikael Gonzalez 32 Orion Gonzalez 40 Daisy Enriquez 40 Zakary Laitkep

4 5

1 1 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 1 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 5 5

2 3 3 4 4 4 4 5

Jaci Malovets Zachary Collins Mathieu Barcak Sean Moncrief Tyler Schoen Aryanna Saxton Cole Collins MacKenzie Collins Blake Brogdon Reanna Perez Jorgia Conway Adam Rosier Delaney Bourque Koby Rosier

DISTRICT FIVE TEENS 162 Jodi Malovets 139 Austin Harmon

98 94 79 92 92 92 85 92 59 60 71 54 56 56

104 71

119 125 116 114 119 119 121 110 105 108 112 98 112 101 99 101 76 91 75 75 75 88 83

DISTRICT SIX TEENS 30 Allison Fucik 30 Jessica Fucik 4 Jonathan Vahalik 4 Mark Siptak 4 Sarah Siptak 30 Vincent Lutringer 30 Dylan Treumer 30 Ryan Drapela 30 Sarah Supak 148 Andrew Zielonka 30 Jeremy Supak 32 Norma Rendon 40 Felicia Garcia 40 Zakary Smith 30 Gerard Marcaurele 40 Ashley Garza 40 Jecenia Guevara

156 152 137 132 133 137 128 125 113 124 92 90 100 102 86 89 77

DISTRICT SEVEN TEENS 202 Michael Lane Hoggard 107 Travis Purchis 185 Shelby Howard 107 Brandon Korus 185 Clay Howard 185 Luke Jaroszewski 202 Travis Barta 202 Miranda Wiederhold

145 123 126 95 100 90 98 82

DISTRICT SEVEN JUNIORS 202 Amanda Hoggard 107 Brooke Henke 107 Ryan Henke 202 Kelly House 202 Michelle House 202 Samuel Hoggard 107 Ciara Popham Sanders 107 David Sanders 185 Abigail Schmidt 185 Elizabeth Hancock 185 Emily Hancock 185 Hannah Hancock 185 Isaac Schmidt 185 Jordan Woodall 185 Leah McDonald 185 Noah Schmidt 185 Ross Jaroszewski 202 Angle Valdez, II 202 Samara Valdez 202 Isabella Wiederhold 202 Liliana Wiederhold 185 Regan Lewis 185 Zack Howard

145 115 117 123 121 132 112 112 109 105 110 108 104 96 108 107 99 112 109 89 91 60 62

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Leaders-In-Training Retreat

June 11 to 13, 2010 • SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas

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District One: Cool Summer Fun at Schlitterbahn in New Braunfels

District Two Youth: Fun in the Sun with Czech Spirit D I S T R I C T T W O Swim Party

LEFT PHOTO: Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point Youth Leader Jessica Fernandez with sons Matthew and Jonathan. CENTER PHOTO: Ryan David-

son of Lodge 87, Temple slides down the slide. RIGHT PHOTO: Lodge 29, Taylor youth Brandon and Hailey Girod enjoy swimming.

District Two Beseda Dancers perform at Lodge 47, Seaton’s annual picnic in June.

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District One Camp

July 23 to 25, 2010 • SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas

District One attended summer camp

Friday, July 23 to Saturday, July 25, 2010 at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas. There were 116 total campers this year! We arrived to beautiful Cooper Farm on Friday, July 23 at 9 a.m. Everyone was greeted by the wonderful staff then taken to their cabins to get settled in. After lunch, the younger campers went swimming, and the older campers spent the afternoon at Fayette County Lake tubing and boat riding. Friday evening after supper, we had a dance. Everyone had a great time, and danced the night away. Thanks to Bill Orsak and Josef Orsak (Chattin’ Charlie) for providing the great music. Saturday, July 24 was filled with activities. The younger campers enjoyed the ropes course. WOW . . . the elements are fantastic! The zip-line was a big hit. They also went to Fayette County Lake that afternoon and enjoyed all the water activities. The older campers enjoyed archery, rifles, and pond activities, as well as swimming. Saturday afternoon, a horseshoe tournament was held, and the younger campers watched a movie which was a nice break from the heat.

Sunday, July 25 was a little more of a relaxed day. The younger campers enjoyed pond activities, archery, and the rifle range. The older campers had fun on the ropes course. The ‘swing’ was awesome! Ms. Susan even braved the element after much encouragement, hesitation, and a lot of praying. All the campers enjoyed seeing her ‘swing’ from the ropes course. Sunday afternoon, parents were invited to closing ceremonies and to enjoy a barbecue meal with all the trimmings provided by District One Director. Thanks to Donnie and Janice

Victorick for providing the meal. It was delicious! First-time camper and chaperone initiation was very interesting and exciting this year. First-time campers and chaperones had to eat chocolate drenched donuts on a string held over their heads and without using their hands. To say the least, things got a bit messy. Everyone was a good sport. Welcome, new campers and chaperones. Thanks to everyone who helped make this year’s camp a huge success. Thank you, Mrs. Susan Skrabanek, for all of your hard work and dedication

to District One and Cooper Farm. Thank you, Mrs. Ann Schoeneman and Mrs. Sharon Russell for everything you did. Thank you, Donnie and Janice Victorick, for the cookies and sodas you provided for all the campers and chaperones to enjoy on Saturday. We look forward to the refreshments every year. Also, thank you for providing the delicious barbecue meal on the last day. Our camp cooks were the best. A big thank you goes out to James Faust, Buddy Shelfer, and Randy Gaas for preparing the meals. Thank you to Betty Suehs for providing us with a spaghetti meal. Everyone enjoyed a taste of your homemade cooking and the delicious banana pudding. Thank you, Sue David, for helping with duties as camp nurse. Chaperones and leaders, we could not have done it without you. Thanks for all you did to make camp a success this year. All in all, this was a great camp. Fun was had by all, and we can’t wait until next year for an even better camp! Fraternally, Holly Narro District One Assistant Youth Counselor —SPJST—

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Districts Two and Four Camp

July 30 to August 1, 2010 • SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas

What a wonderful camping experi-

ence for District Two which was joined by District Four from Friday, July 30 to Monday, August 1, 2010. We began our tour of adventure on Friday, July 30 at the new at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas. Attending were 92 District Two campers along with 22 staff and chaperones. Attendance was more than we have had in several years. Many of our campers and chaperones were new and experiencing what SPJST camp is all about. In the end, I feel all are ready for 2011. We began camp with a presentation to former SPJST State Youth Director/ENC Camp Director John Hoelscher. John and his family were presented a wooden glider for their newly finished home. It included an engraved plaque — “To SYD John Hoelscher and Family With Love, District Two Youth and Leaders”. May you enjoy, just a glidin’ on the cool summer nights. What a camp—everything you

could ever imagine! We began with a fun ol’ hayride. Everyone really enjoyed it. Swimming and horseshoes were familiar activities for many with each being so much better than in the past. An activity we have not had in a couple of years was the ropes course. The low ropes was so challenging for the group activity. Many learned that teamwork is essential to complete challenges. It was great to see each group working together to complete the tasks. The high ropes course was a dare to challenge for many. I was so proud to see so many trying the challenges and the many who completed them. I know campers will be more apt to try again next year knowing that if I can do the zip-line, anyone can do it. It was great. The pond was a great place to cool off with a variety of different activities including swimming, canoeing, paddle boating, fishing, jumping on the water trampoline, and if you were more adventurous, jumping onto the blob.

Many used their skills at the rifle range and shooting bows and arrows. For those who had not experienced either, they left as pros. The most fun voted was the journey in the big yellow bus to the lake. The younger groups enjoyed the traditional shaving cream fight. It seemed as if the campers were putting on a performance for everyone in sight. Not knowing the identity of anyone, the lake was the best place to share their identity along with the sharing of the shaving cream with onlookers once the lake was covered white as snow. The boating was fun. Those who rode the water tube and the banana boat were in for a blast. I must say the tube was an awesome ride. Just ask new Lodge 87, Temple Youth Leader Jennifer Davidson. At one time, she even took a swim in the lake. John and Lisa, your boat driving was excellent and thrilling. Thank you! Once again, campers were delighted to join in on Janet’s most famous scav-

enger hunt. There were groups racing in all directions to find the clues which she and Carol had hidden so well. From the pavilion to the pond then to the ropes course and all over the campgrounds, you could see the eagerness of all to make it back to the dining hall with all clues in tact. When Ty was asked at State YAD “What was the most fun at camp?” he stated that it was the scavenger hunt. Could it be that Ty’s group won? By the way Ty, you made Janet tear up. With so many new campers and chaperones, camp would not have been complete without initiation. With all the new first-year campers and chaperone stars, the popular show, “Minute to Win It” was brought to Cooper Farm. Some laughed so hard, they could not finish their task. Some were determined to make it in 58 seconds. Others embarrassed themselves, and others needed to go on the show with their expertise. It was fantastic! Not all new campers got to take the challenge, but

District Two’s awesome Leaders-in-Training!

Campers from Elgin, Granger, Taylor, Morgan’s Point

Lodge 24, Cyclone Campers

Lodge 47, Seaton Campers

Lodge 48, Beyersville Campers

Lodge 80, Holland Campers

Lodge 87, Temple Campers

Lodge 187, Round Rock Campers

District Four Campers

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LEFT PHOTO: Josh, Stephanie, and Elizabeth enjoy the ropes course. PHOTO 2: Najatt and Elizabeth at the rifles. PHOTO 3: Chris and Nichole

try their hand at horseshoes. RIGHT PHOTO: Alexis and Collin are teamed up and ready!

LEFT PHOTO: Flag ceremony. PHOTO 2: Not a teen left behind when the dancing started. PHOTO 3: Brady and Kaitlyn enjoy a dance. RIGHT PHOTO: Julia shares a dance with her brother Chris! BELOW LEFT

PHOTO: Bonding time for Districts Two and Four! PHOTO 2: Parents enjoy hot dogs after the camp tour. PHOTO 3: Tyler and Zoe just cannot get enough of the pool. RIGHT PHOTO: Sno cones are delicious on a hot day!

next year is another year. I can’t promise it will be so easy — or could it be more embarrassing? Stay tuned for next year—especially you chaperones. You will not be forgotten. After initiation, everyone enjoyed swimming, basketball, and s’mores. Games ended the night for the younger groups. Then, the teens enjoyed a night of singing and dancing. I must say I am so proud of each of our teens. By the end of the night, every teen was dancing. I am so proud of you. There were many new friendships made that evening. It was great to see the bond that was made between the entire group. Thank you for your participation. On Sunday morning, to show appreciation to our 16 LITs for a job well done, John and Lisa took them to the lake for another round of tubing. I understand, they had a great time. Thank you, LITs for being the best — Brandon Bowen of Lodge 18, Elgin; Elizabeth Tischler of Lodge 20, Granger; Sam Vanicek and Stephanie Vanicek, both of Lodge 24, Cyclone; Najatt Mohad and Jackie Klaus, both of

Lodge 29, Taylor; Kandace Stone, Jerry Pechal, Neil Rabroker, Chris Zavodny, Matthew Hoelscher, all of Lodge 47, Seaton; Josh Hannington, Collin Vanecek, Alyssa Torres, all of Lodge 48, Beyersville; Nichole Festa of Lodge 80, Holland; and Christine Brooks of Lodge 229, Abilene in District Four. Camp ended with all parents, grandparents, and friends enjoying a tour of the campgrounds by their campers. All adults were so impressed that I don’t think I will have a problem needing chaperones next year. From the sounds of it, there may be one chaperone per camper! There were many tears as we said our goodbyes. The good thing about our camping date is that we would see all our friends the following weekend at State YAD. Thank you to Becky Zavodny of Lodge 47, Seaton for keeping everyone safe and healthy. We appreciate your tender care. Of course, camp would not be possible without the great chaperones to keep the campers in line. I do appreci-

ate your time and care to these campers. I do believe the chaperones have as much fun as the campers. I know I sure do. My hats off to you: Kim Campbell of Lodge 24, Cyclone; Tammy Pechal, David Koslovsky, Rodney Posvar, Lynette Talasek, Michelle Porubsky, Joyce Kraatz, and Missy Wilson, all of Lodge 47, Seaton; Linda and John Wuensche of Lodge 48, Beyersville; Frank Horak and Christine and Terry Festa, all of Lodge 80, Holland; Jennifer and Lucas Davidson of Lodge 87, Temple; and Carlos and Jessica Fernandez of Lodge 246, Morgan’s Point. To SPJST and the ENC board, we thank you for all you have done to make such a beautiful, and safe camping facility for our youth. We thank everyone who has supported the ENC. I truly do believe that the 2010 camping experience these campers had this year will be a lifetime memory. Would Cooper Farm be with us today with the success it is without former SPJST State Youth Director John Hoelscher? We all know the answer no. John, we thank you and your fam-

ily for all the hard work, sacrifices, and dedication you have done to make an SPJST dream a reality. We all had a fantastic time at camp this year, and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. We appreciate your involvement not only as being the camp director, but your interaction with all the campers and chaperones. We will miss you as our State Youth Director, but you will always be a part of all our lives with many, many fun memories. I remember you telling me years ago back at Camp Val Verde how you would love to run a camp. Well, John, my former youth member, you have accomplished a goal and dream you set years ago. You are now the Cooper Farm Camp Director, and I could not be more proud of you. You are a true example of reaching the stars. District Two wishes you, Lisa, Michael, Emma, and Abby the best at Cooper Farm. We can hardly wait until SPJST Camp 2011. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—

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LEFT PHOTO: Before the shaving cream. RIGHT PHOTO: After the shaving cream! BELOW LEFT PHOTO: “On the road again!” PHOTO 2:

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This hayride is going to be fun! PHOTO 3: “Mom, we’re on the challenge course.” RIGHT PHOTO: Come on before I chicken out.

District Two Members Gather for Corpus Christi End of Summer Getaway

LEFT PHOTO: Musical chairs Colton Regan (47), Corey Bruce (47), and Shelby Horak (80). CENTER PHOTO: Jerry Pechal (47) works on a sand castle. RIGHT PHOTO: Ryan Davidson (87) and Brandon Hoelscher (47) try to out do Youth Leader Frank Horak (80). BELOW LEFT PHOTO:

Kacie Vanecek (48) and Kayla Wuensche (48) enjoy the masks. CENTER PHOTO: Lodge 18, Elgin members enjoy the weekend. RIGHT PHOTO: Nancy Tawater (47) and Lodge 47, Seaton Youth Leader Lynette Talasek are all decked out for the masquerade party.

LEFT PHOTO: State Duke Ty Stock hulas round and round. PHOTO 2: State King Samuel Vanicek (24) and mom Joan (24) enjoy the festivities.

PHOTO 3: Jacob Horak (80) plays in the game room. PHOTO 4: Madison Steger (48) is in it to win! RIGHT PHOTO: Tammy Pechal (47) and Pivo.

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District Two Recaps 2009 - 2010 Fun-Filled Youth Year

District Two youth members have had a wonderful and exciting time since the last Youth Spectacular was published in 2009. It has been a year of many fun-filled activities, new friendships, and lasting memories. We thank SPJST members for giving us these opportunities. I thank the youth leaders for their countless hours in preparing and planning. To the parents, we thank you for all your support and getting the youth to the meetings, practices, and activities. We hope you have also had as much fun as we have had this past year. September 2009 The annual District Two Fall Meeting held at Lodge 47, Seaton was very well attended by our youth. Many different games and fun prizes were enjoyed by all. There was great participation in the Christmas ornament design contest.

October With our annual district trip being held in August last year, October was a rather slow month for District Two. I was honored to be invited by Seaton Youth Club to join in their trip to Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine. What a fun experience! District Two Czech Beseda Dancers performed at Czech Feszt which was held on Halloween.

November The annual District Two lock-in was held in Temple at the City Recreation Center. We had a great turnout with members bringing friends to let them know how much fun we have within the SPJST family. There were volleyball, basketball, dancing, games, movies, crafts, karaoke, food, and just the plain ol’ hanging out with friends. It was fun to have the facility all to ourselves, especially with the big gym. Everyone had a great time.

December To show appreciation to all youth leaders, assistants, and camp chaperones, a Christmas party was held in their honor. There are no words that can thank these friends enough for all the hard work, time, and jiggling of their schedules to make all the things happen for our youth. Many youth clubs presented Christmas programs at their home lodges. Beseda dancers performed at Christmas parties. Beseda dancers rode on the beautiful SPJST Float. District Two King Sam Vanicek and Queen Nichole Festa rode in the Temple Christmas Parade in a Corvette furnished by Editor Melanie and husband David. Duke Ty Stock and Duchess Shelby Horak kept right up with their king and queen and rode in a Corvette also furnished by Melanie and David. The weather was cold and misty, but our faithful royalty loved being in full view atop the Corvettes. I was honored to chauffeur them. The most popular answer when asked what the king and queen enjoy the most during their reign is “riding the Corvette.” Thank you, Melanie and David! Your generosity of sharing the Corvettes gives our royality an added spotlight during their reign. January 2010 It was a rather slow month for youth. What a way to start off a new year—by giving the parents a break to get over the holidays. There was interest in four new youth clubs within our district. What a way to begin 2010!

February We get back into the swing of things and enjoy seeing our friends at the annual District Two Skating Party in Temple. This activity has been held for well over 35 years and seems to get bigger and better each year. Everyone enjoys skating then waiting for their number to be called for a lucky door prize. Keeping with our District Two saying, “Every youth in District Two is a winner,” we make that happen here, too. Each youth receives a dollar bill as they leave. Prior to the skating party, a membership drive was held for potential new youth clubs. It was a terrific meeting with many of those in attendance joining us in skating. March The annual District Two Spring Meeting was held at Lodge 80, Holland. Youth participated in the Czech

Easter Egg (kraslice) decorating contest. After the meeting, the youth were excited to see the Easter Bunny had arrived outdoors. The grounds were covered with all colors of eggs and candy.

April I enjoyed visiting many youth clubs and welcoming the new ones at Round Rock, Temple, Morgan’s Point, and Falls County. How exciting to have more youth be a part of our great organization!

May Most youth clubs in District Two participated in Join Hands Day by helping others. Some gave to food pantries, cleaned cemeteries, had bake sales for those in need, worked at a community barbecue fundraiser, or helped the local animal shelters. Thank you for showing your true fraternalism.

June The LIT workshop was awesome. We had 17 attending from our district this year. I am so proud of their involvement and enthusiasm throughout their time at Cooper Farm. Beseda dancers performed at Pioneer Day at the Mayborn Center in Temple and were so well received. Approximately 125 youth, friends, and parents enjoyed an evening of swimming at Temple’s Walker Pool. It was great to see so many. July What a fun and exciting month! See more in the camp and YAD sections in this Youth Spectacular.

August It was the most memorable State YAD for District Two in over 30 years. The State Royalty King and Queen are from District Two! Words could never

be expressed for the excitement in the audience when former SYD John Hoelscher read the final results. As District Youth Counselor, my years of waiting became reality. King Samuel Vanicek and Queen Jacqueline Klaus made my dream come true. Congratulations to both of you and to State Duke Ty Stock and State Duchess Chandee Bachmeyer. What fun it will be representing SPJST! Congratulations to all participants of State YAD. One big activity was left before the summer ended prior to the busy school year—SPJST Corpus Christi Getaway. District Two youth voted to have this as our summer trip. Thirty-one youth club families traveled to Corpus to spend the weekend. What an awesome time we all had! Each youth club participated in the sand sculpture contest. Way to go, Seaton Youth Club, for winning first place. What talent! Congratulations to the youth clubs represented—Elgin, Cyclone, Seaton, Beyersville, Holland, Temple, and Round Rock. District Two took tops for having the most in attendance from the entire state. Thank you, SPJST officers, directors, and Home Office staff for all your hard work in making this activity so enjoyable for everyone. The limbo, hula hoop contest, musical chairs, kolache eating contest, bunco, and all the other tournaments were excellent. There was so much to do for all ages. I again thank each youth member of District Two for your love, joy, and dedication to the SPJST Youth Program. Please encourage your friends to join in on the fun! Thank you, SPJST, for giving us a lifetime of memories. Fraternally, Patsy Koslovsky District Two Youth Counselor —SPJST—

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District Three Camp

July 9 to 11, 2010 • SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas

Districts Three and Five met to-

gether for the first time for SPJST Summer Camp at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas. It was a lot of fun meeting new friends from other districts. The two districts really did enjoy each other and made many new memories during camp time from Friday, July 9 to Sunday, July 11, 2010. With camp being three days, many activities were planned by both DYCs and Assistant DYCs to make sure everyone would have a great time together. With District Three being so far from the ENC campgrounds, we all had to be driven by a charter bus to ensure everyone’s safety in the travel. This year, it felt very different waking up so early to catch a bus to be at camp by noon. But, this made registration a lot easier. As you loaded up on the bus, all paperwork had to be done. But with the distance being closer for District Five, our district was welcomed by our new camp friends with open arms. Thank you, DYC Barbara LinneyGonzales for that fraternal welcome. It was deeply loved by us all! With Barbara and John and Diana Engelke directing us in an orderly fashion when unloading our bags off the bus, it just made things go so smoothly. John and Lisa Hoelscher were ready with the trailer to take our bags right to our cabins quickly so we could get started with our day. The first day consisted of an orientation swim check by John Hoelscher at the new pool. This just helped the life guards in knowing who can swim in the deep or swallow end. Other activities we had that day were a great

trip to the lake where the kids enjoyed it very much. The other groups stayed on the campgrounds and attended activities such as archery, BB guns, and crafts. Many thanks need to be acknowledged to Tom and Kay Weeks who supervised archery. Tom has been our archery instructor for several years. With having more kids this year, we needed an extra person, and Kay was the best person for the job. Thank you, Tom and Kay, for making archery a safe and fun activity. I still think this is the children’s favorite event at camp from year to year. Tom, you always know how to make it fun and still teach new techniques in archery. This year, we had a new event that everyone just had to do and learn some safety rules, and that was the BB guns. Again, since we had so many in attendance, we needed two special people supervising this event. This job could not have been handled any better than with Ken Humphreys and Kenneth “Scooter” Holland. Their lesson before using the BB guns was a great tool for the children; they will remember Ken Humphreys’ instructions for many years. Scooter’s assistance was to make sure that everyone understood the safety and to have fun at this event. A special thanks to Ken and Scooter for handling this event with such class. Everyone including the adults learned a lot from them. Our crafty ladies had several things to do in the craft area. This is where we all enjoyed leaders and parents from both districts. Mary Ann Kieschnick, Michelle Wockenfuss, Brenda Moyle, Catherine Manchack, and Jennifer

Malovets from District Five along with Debra Daniel, Peggy Dobecka, Pat Dieterich, and Ann Pustejovsky from District Three all took turns in helping, instructing, and guiding the children with crafts. There were several types of crafts to be done, and these crafty people had more fun watching and helping the kids with their crafts. Thank you, ladies, for your ideas; they were great! With the heat building up, our snacks are a traditional one with Jerry Zabojnik’s sno cones! Nothing is more refreshing than a shaved icy flavored Zabo’s sno cone. If you have never had one, you just need to come to District Three Camp; he is always there to cool you off from the heat. When District Five campers and chaperones tried his sno cones, they thought they had died and gone to heaven! Jerry always comes up with new flavors each year to match up with our theme. Thank you, Jerry, for continuing the challenge of coming up with new suggested flavors that is always enjoyed by all. But I still like grape the best! Our evening events were so much fun that we just wished time would not get away from us. The Comedy Club was really fun with John and Lisa Hoelscher. We learned all kinds of new camp songs and traditions. John Hoelscher made a camp fire for us to make s’mores and the oowee-gooey, chocolatey treat made by the LITs was just what we all needed. After eating that great snack, we all went swimming and swam until 1:30 in the morning. Of course, our chaperones were ready to head towards their cabins to make sure lights were out by 2 a.m. The next morning would be a long

one. It would be the only full day we would have, and we tried to squeeze all of our fun things within a 24-hour period. Our flag ceremony by District Three, ages 9 to 11 boys and girls, was different and very patriotic. And the ages 12 to 14 girls really did put on a show with the morning prayer. After breakfast, we all headed in our groups to high ropes, pond, pavilion, and nature hikes. John Hoelscher and his high ropes course staff treated us to the scary “Beast”! That is sooo high and sooo tall and sooo scary. But I know the kids enjoyed it sooo much! The zip-line was really different and a lot of fun, too. There were other high rope things that the kids got to do that were scary even for me to just watch them from the ground. I was just proud of those who all tried new things and tested their fears of being so high and challenging themselves to new heights. The lifeguards were at the pond watching and securing safety with the blob and swim area. I was surprised with a beautiful lily flower that the girls brought me as a special thank you for letting them have so much fun. The nature hike was a new event for Melissa Hubenak. She had a quick lesson from John Hoelscher as she hiked with the three groups to explain some of the highlights of the nature part of the campground. I think Melissa then realized that the ENC campground is a very large camp. Thank you, Melissa, for being a great sport about taking on this challenge. Back at the pavilion, we had a basketball challenge game going on. It was fun watching the kids coming up with all kinds of shooting styles and making the baskets as if they were

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pros. I do believe Mark Cuban needed to know some of District Three and Five kids to join on with his team. As the evening came, District Five held its flag-lowering ceremony and prayer. They came prepared with a patriotic sunset skit that involved their whole district. They enjoyed doing one of John Hoelscher’s prayer skits which was enjoyed by all as we gathered for supper. The second night of activities were even longer than the first. We had skit night by cabins. Each cabin had to come up with a short skit. We never had so much fun, laughter, and talent displayed by all. This, I think, was my favorite event. It is just amazing and fun to watch what all the kids come up with, in just a short period of time, with people they really don’t know. After that, we had awards. The kids did not know that the DYCs and Assistant DYCs were watching and observing each cabin and how well everyone was getting along and having fun. Chaperones received a thank you camp gift as well as John Hoelscher’s family and staff. This was our way of saying thanks for taking the time off to be with us, watching the children, and making sure that they had a memorable time. When we were done with awards, Lynda Novak and Diana Engelke had a nighttime, colorful walk outside to the pavilion to get ice cream sandwich snacks. There were all different colored circles that led you up to the pavilion and a cool direction to your treat. When you are at ENC campgrounds at night, the stars shine a lot brighter and with the colorful circles, it was just a sight to see. Carrie Ann Jones taught us a Czech song. It was a tongue-twister in Czech, and she conducted this song in sections. It was fun to watch and listen to everyone saying the new words. I did teach the campers some new words, but we all had more fun singing the songs that everyone had already learned at past camps. It was so good to hear that they did not forget the

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songs, and all enjoyed singing them. Melissa Hubenak and Christopher Novak set up the karaoke machine for everyone to enjoy. The kids enjoyed dancing and singing. After awhile, it was already to the point that they were all just acting silly, but having fun. Thank you, Melissa, for bringing your equipment to camp and helping out with the nighttime entertainment. Slowly, one by one, chaperones were leading their groups back to the cabins to get ready for lights out. By the time we got everyone back to the cabins, it was already 2 a.m. By this time, I knew camp 2010 was going to be counted as a fun, good, memorable one. District Five held its flag ceremony on the short, last day of camp. District Three, ages 6 to 8 boys and girls held their prayer, as we had vesper service led by John Hoelscher before breakfast Sunday morning. We all knew that our time was really running short, and camp would be ending soon. This is the time the children began grouping off with their new friends to exchange emails and phone numbers so they could keep in touch with each other. After breakfast, all groups went to the low ropes course for a new teamwork experience. This was the same exercise that John Hoelscher had for the LITs, and I was really anxious to see how the little ones would do on this event. Some thought it was hard, and some thought it

was really challenging. But I know they really faced some new challenges, and to me, that is what camp is all about! As I headed back to my cabin to start packing up all the stuff that we had brought, I had to give a special thanks to Camp Nurse Brenda Carmin. She was always there and made sure the kids were having a good time without any bumps, bruises, tummy aches, headaches, and to hand out medication - making the children feel as if they were at home. Things just went so smoothly, but that is really because Brenda knows District Three kids and had treated them in the years past. She had fun learning the children from District Five, and we hope that they will be returning with us in the future camps. She knows that her job as camp nurse will be easier because she now is learning the names and medical care of the District Five children so it will be even easier for her next time. Thank you, Brenda, for your medical care you gave

us during camp. I have a very special thanks to my assistants Lynda Novak and Diana Engelke. They had helped me get together with District Five Youth Counselor Barbara Linney-Gonzales to set the schedule, cabin assignments, snacks, and anything else that needed planning. But there was always one special person who just looked over all of us during camp. John Engelke is the one who really made sure things went the way they’re suppose to. He is always the one to just jump into the situation if we were to have any problems. Without John and Diana Engelke, my job would be very hard on me! I am so appreciative of their hard work and dedication to ensure fun and safety to everyone. Thank you, John and Diana. The two districts are so grateful for all of your fraternal acts! Last, but not least, I need to say thank you to all of the chaperones. Without you, camp could never really happen. You took time off from your busy schedules and donated it to our children. Thank you for caring for the youth and making sure we all had fun. One thing I am proud to say about District Three chaperones is that they do not treat camp like a vacation. They really do help out the youth, give suggestions, and treat the children in their cabins as if they were their own. This means so much to me, and I appreciate that very much. As my year comes close to an end, all I have are memories of all the good times and friendships that I have made along the way. This year has been an exciting one, and I am so proud of all of the youth participation and eagerness to continue on all of our traditions. Dobry Den in 2010 will be put down in my history and memory books, and all the fun I had with each and everyone in my district. Thank you, District Three, for a wonderful year. I cannot wait until next year! Fraternally yours, Bessie Petr District Three Youth Counselor —SPJST—

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District Five Camp

July 9 to July 11, 2010 • SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas

District Five camped this year with

District Three at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas, from Friday, July 9 to Sunday, July 11, 2010. These two districts had never camped together since I became involved in SPJST in 1987. It was a lot of fun. District Three is a very large group, and with us being smaller, it was a good fit. They have a lot of older youth where we in District Five have the young ones. We all arrived on Friday around lunch time and checked in with Mrs. Engelke of District Three. She gave everyone his/her cabin assignments, and we all unloaded. Once we were set up, we headed to the mess hall for lunch. After lunch, we broke into groups and for the next day and a half, we enjoyed activities such as crafts, archery, BB guns, the lake, high/low ropes, swimming, hay ride, s’mores, and skits as well as an awards ceremony. I think that the sno cones that Mr. Jerry of District Three made were probably the biggest hit of camp for the young, and even young-at-heart. I enjoyed just the plain crushed ice as even some of the younger campers were asking for it as well.

The weather cooperated with us, and we only had one scare of a rain storm, but it passed us by. Thank goodness! It was true Texas heat though. I think the only encounter with any snakes had to be with my son Keith and myself. Mavrick had just pushed us off in the kayak, and under it curled up, was a copperhead. Needless to say, that was enough for DYC Barbara who discovered it as well as Mavrick. He immediately began to look for something to kill the snake. Luckily, one of the chaperones from District Three had a hoe and just so happened to be at the pond with us. The copperhead was then a dead snake! All of District Five really enjoyed camp, and we look forward to next year as well as years to come at our new found home and camp! Thanks to all the DYCs, Assistant DYCs, youth leaders, chaperones, parents, and especially the staff for making this such an enjoyable camp! Fraternally, Michelle Wockenfuss Lodge 88, Houston Assistant Youth Leader —SPJST—

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District Six Camp

July 11 to 13, 2010 • SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas

istrict Six Leaders-in-Training, District Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela, and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom planned for a wonderful and awesome camp that was held Sunday, July 11 to Tuesday, July 13, 2010, at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas. There was a total of 43 youth and chaperones from various lodges including Lodges 30, Taiton; 40, El Campo-Hillje; 4, Hallettsville; 97, Placedo; 32, Victoria; and 148, El Maton. Camp was under the direction of District Six Youth Counselor Lisa Bubela. Serving as Leaders-inTraining (LITs) for the weekend were Vincent Lutringer, Ryan Drapela, Allison and Jessica Fucik, and Sarah Supak, all of Lodge 30, Taiton; Johathan Vahalik and Mark Siptak, both of Lodge 4, Hallettsville; and Andrew Zielonka of Lodge 148, El Maton. Throughout the weekend, LITs were in charge of various responsibilities and activities. They made sure all youth participated and were on time for each event, such as the ropes course, swimming in the pond and in the pool, games, and devotional. My husband Greg and I arrived at the camp at 12:30 p.m. to get things in order and set up before the campers arrived at 1 p.m. As the campers arrived, they were welcomed by DYC Lisa Bubela and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom. The youth were provided snacks when they arrived. What a treat because it was very hot! After everyone arrived safely, DYC Lisa welcomed the group, then followed with the orientation of camp rules. They were then dismissed to find cabin assignments. After they returned from setting up sleeping quarters, we were ready for the first event of the day. We were off to a great afternoon at Fayette County Lake. We must thank bus driver Lisa Hoelscher for getting us to the lake safely. The youth sang songs on the way to the lake. At the lake, the youth enjoyed water skiing and tubing behind the boats and swimming in the lake. This was the first for our campers, and they really had a wonderful, great time. Thanks to John and Lisa for running the boats. There were some campers

who never got off of the tubes — they rode all afternoon long. We also enjoyed snacks and sno cones for it was a very hot day. After a fun-filled afternoon, I really thought the youth would be worn out, but who was I fooling? We returned to camp safely again thanks to bus driver Lisa. The youth cleaned up and got ready for the evening meal which was spaghetti and meatballs, salad, garlic

bread, and trimmings. It was great! After the evening meal, campers enjoyed popcorn and the movie “Little Rascals.” The night ended with the LITs in charge of the devotional. The morning came quickly. We began with a flag ceremony and singing “The Star Spangled Banner.” After reciting a meal prayer, we were off for a wonderful breakfast of pancakes and sausage patties, cereal, milk, and juice. Then, we were ready for the start of a new day at Cooper Farm. We went to the new ropes course area which was incredible and included rock walls, zip-lines, and walking across a bridge some three stories high. Believe it or not, there were quite a few

of the chaperones and myself who participated in the zip line. Maybe we were just a little envious of the youth having so much fun. After being on such a high, the youth were ready to cool off. They were sent to put on swimsuits for the pool. Yes, we were off to the new, large, and wonderful pool where some played water volley ball, slid down the slides, or just enjoyed sitting and visiting. Then, we were off for the noon meal of hot dogs and trimmings. They were great! Everyone then took a short rest in their cabins after a fun-filled morning and awaiting a fun-filled afternoon to

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come. Afternoon activities consisted of blobbing in the pond, archery, and BB gun target shooting. The evening meal was hamburgers and the trimmings. It was great again. By the time we left camp, we all weighed just a little more. Thanks to the wonderful cooks for the week—Greg Bubela and District Six Director Mike Ahlstrom and wife Kathy. After the evening meal, the campers went to put on swimsuits again — like they did not have a enough swimming. Some played water volleyball, slid down the slides at the pool, and some of us just enjoyed sitting and visiting. All talked about the wonderful day’s events. The evening ended with the LITs having prepared a special devotional. Then we enjoyed root beer floats for a night cap before heading to their cabins for a good night’s rest. Tuesday morning, we all awoke to a beautiful sunrise. We took a morning hike to the end of the road for a Kodak moment. Each lodge took pictures in

front of the ENC sign which is at the entrance to the camp. Boy, were they ready for breakfast. We all headed back for eggs, sausage, tortillas, hot sauce, milk, juice, and cereal. After breakfast, a craft was presented by DYC Lisa Bubela. The youth made wind chimes out of spoons and decorated them with beads, birds, dragon flies, and bees. After the craft was finished, the youth were asked to go back to the cabins to get their belongings together, to clean their cabins, and to be ready to depart for home. Youth of District Six, I hope you all enjoyed your stay at SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm. Most of all, I appreciated you all coming out for District Six Camp. Without you, it would not be possible. I hope you had a great time. I am looking forward to a better and more wonderful camp next year where we will have more activities. I cannot say enough about my LITs — you are the greatest. You are great leaders of tomorrow. Some day, as I have said before, I know and hope that

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one of you will fill my shoes. There is plenty of room for more help and leadership which all of you show so greatly. A special thanks to my Assistant DYC Susan Siptak for always being at my side and willing to go that extra mile for the youth; to our wonderful camp nurse Teresa Treybig — What can I say? You stole so many hearts. We enjoyed having you, and I know you will be back next year or I might have something hanging over my head; to my chaperones — Tommy Drapela and Yvonne Marcaurele, both of Lodge 30, Taiton; Mary Monclova and Robert, both of Lodge 32, Victoria; and Shirley Kalmus of Lodge 4, Hallettsville — thanks for the great help and hard work and for always being with the youth and staying on top of things. I know most of you have jobs, and I appreciate you taking the time off to spend with us as chaperones. And to my cooks — great job! A special thanks goes out to our wonderful District Six Director Mike

Ahlstrom and wife Kathy. It was great to have you even if you were in the kitchen most of the time, but you always gave me encouraging words and stood by me the days before and after. A special thanks goes out to the parents who encouraged their children to attend District Six Camp, and to former State Youth Director John — what can we say? Our dream has come true. The camp is well on its way. I know you and your family have given up a lot to get to this point in your life and for the ENC, job well done. And to your wife Lisa and children Michael, Emma, and Abby — it is always a pleasure having you. As the youth of today always say, it is the SPJST Youth Program that puts self-confidence into their lives and makes them strong and stand tall. It is a great privilege to serve as DYC of District Six. I look forward to camp next year! Lisa Bubela District Six Youth Counselor —SPJST—

2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

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District Seven Camp

July 16 to 18, 2010 • SPJST ENC at Cooper Farm in Ledbetter, Texas

their evening activities. Seven went to summer Some of the activities that were encamp this year at the new SPJST Edu- joyed this year included swimming, cation and Nature Center (ENC) at archery, BB guns, crafts, high ropes Cooper Farm from Friday, July 16 to course, indoor/outdoor games, lake acSunday, July 18, 2010. We had a great tivities, (riding on the banana was a lot time at ENC this year. of fun for all), and the scavenger hunt Many fun activities were planned - next year, we’ll get it right. for the youth. The theme this year was I would like to thank all of the chapbased on nature. I would like to thank erones for giving of their time to come all of the Bobcats for helping me with and help with camp, but a special camp. thanks goes to my daughter Lian for For the first year at ENC, I believe taking leave from the United States the youth had a good time as we kept Army to come and be a chaperone this them busy most of the day and into the year. It is with a heavy heart that I write night. this, as next year The BobLian will be decats consisted ployed to Iraq and of my Assiswon’t be able to be tant DYCs with us for the first Regina House time in over 15 and Belenda years. I will miss B a r t a , her dearly. I am Theresa Haag also saddened be(aka Snack cause this is the Lady), and last year for Eric WiederADYC Belenda hold, our fanBarta. Belenda has ADYC Belenda, tastic nurse. DYC Wendy, and ADYC Regina moved and will no We had 27 longer be my assistant. I will truly campers, (the chipmunks, the blue- miss her imagination and organizabirds, the roadrunners, 10 LITs and two tional skills that have helped me senior LITs (the javelinas), and 14 through the years. She has helped me chaperones and staff. Youth members plan many great camps, and I will truly from Lodges 79, Corpus Christi; 107, miss her help and friendship. Floresville; 185, New Braunfels; and Most of all, I would like to thank 202, Jourdanton were in attendance. our youth for being very respectful of Staff and LITs began arriving at our new camp and the adults who were camp at 10 a.m. to get camp set up and there to watch after them. If it weren’t cars unpacked before the campers for great kids like you, it would be difstarted arriving at 11 a.m. ficult to have a great camp and have it When the campers arrived, they run smoothly. When you follow the were given a water bottle and name rules and don’t argue, we can get it tag. They decorated their water bottles done. and headed to their cabins (the den, the Also a great big thanks to former nest, the roost, the tree house, the SYD John and Lisa for putting toswamp, the woods, and the lair) to get gether a great staff. The kids loved them set up for the weekend. We en- them, and they were easy to work with. joyed lunch then got ready for after- Then again, you had two great ones noon activities. from District Seven! Thank you, John, for taking the John, I will truly miss working with youth on a hayride so we could set up you as SYD, but you and Lisa will do for the evening activities. The youth a great job as ENC camp directors. enjoyed a pinata full of candy and We look forward to a bigger and gum. We had our campfire and sang better camp next year with more activcamp songs. We had a new campfire ities planned. ceremony this year and hope to conFraternally, tinue the friendship ceremony each Wendy Pruski year. LITs enjoyed the campfire after District Seven Youth Counselor the younger youth went to bed after —SPJST—

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2010 District Seven Campers and Chaperones

A new camper and an old camper unite at the campfire.

Senior group and their chaperones after they completed the ropes course.

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2010 SPJST Youth Spectacular

TOP LEFT PHOTO: DYCs and chaperones are up! CENTER PHOTO: And, then they’re down! DYCs and chaperones take a banana ride on the lake - only to crash into the cool water! RIGHT PHOTO: She made it

to the top of the ropes course! BELOW LEFT PHOTO: Decorating water bottles. CENTER PHOTO: A banana ride on the lake. RIGHT PHOTO: Enjoying a tube ride.

LEFT PHOTO: Freshman LITs lead the meal prayer. CENTER PHOTO: Enjoying a nice game of water volleyball. RIGHT PHOTO: The rifle range.

LEFT PHOTO: On the way to the lake. RIGHT PHOTO: District Seven is “number one.” Pinata time.

Amanda has fun!

RIGHT PHOTO: DYC Wendy looks tired already.

Consequences when you get in trouble!

LEFT PHOTO: ADYC Belenda, senior LIT Travis B., DYC Wendy, senior LIT Brandon K., and ADYC Regina.

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