INTERACTION November Issue

NOVEMBER 2016

INTER ACTION THE MONTHLY MAGAZINE OF INTERACT DISTRICT 7020

INTERACTORS FROM THE INTERACT CLUB OF ST. GEORGES COLLEGE AT INTERACT PETS (JAMAICA)

IN THIS ISSUE....

What is Interact?.......................................................... 3 Goals of Interact.............................................................3 Interact Presidential Citation........................................4 Zone 34 Interact Award 2016-17.................................5 Interact Video Awards...................................................6 November is Rotary Foundation Month......................7 - 8 Profile: District 7020 - The Bahamas......................... 9 - 11 Meeting Tips................................................................... 12 Here's An Icebreaker ................................................... 12 Let's Get Social.............................................................. 13 Action Snaps................................................................... 14 - 21 Interact PETS Bahamas Pictorial...................................22 - 23 Interact PETS Jamaica Pictorial................................... 24 - 25 Get Connected................................................................ 26 - 27 Upcoming Events............................................................ 28 The District Team ......................................................... 29 INTERACTION| 2

WHAT IS INTERACT? Interact is a club for young people ages 12 to 18 that empowers them to take action, become leaders, and gain a global perspective. Each Interact club is sponsored by a Rotary club, and there is no fee to charter a club.

Motto “Service Above Self.”

THE GOALS OF INTERACT 1. To recognize and develop constructive leadership and personal integrity.

INTERACTION 2. To encourage and practice thoughtfulness of and helpfulness to others.

3. To create an awareness of the importance of home and family.

4. To build respect for the rights of others, based on recognition of the worth of each individual.

5. To emphasize acceptance of individual responsibility as the basis of personal success, community improvement, and group achievement.

6. To develop life skills including self development, time management, and personal finances.

7. To recognize the dignity and value of all useful occupations as opportunities to serve society.

8. To provide opportunities for gaining increased knowledge and understanding of community, national, and world affairs.

9. To open avenues of personal and group action leading to the advancement of international understanding and goodwill toward all peoples. |

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District 7020 Interactors!!!

Don't forget to apply for the 2016 - 2017 Presidential Citation for Interact Clubs!

Ask you Sponsor Rotary club to help you with fulfilling the requirements & to submit the form on your behalf by August 15, 2017.

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District 7020 Interactors!!!

The Zone 34 Interact Award 2016 - 2017 is just for you!!!

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INTERACT VIDEO AWARD There is still time to enter the Interact Video Award!!!

Rotary International wants you to show your club in action for the 8th annual Interact Video Awards!

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The “Best Video” will be awarded US$500 toward their next service project.

Create a video that shows how Interactors have fun while making a difference and be recognized.

Choose from two themes:

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Work together with Rotaract clubs, Rotary clubs, teachers, and parents to make your video a reality.

Make sure to submit your video before DECEMBER 2 deadline.

If you have questions Email interact@rotary.org.

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NOVEMBER IS ROTARY FOUNDATION MONTH November is Rotary Foundation Month. At the 1917 Rotary convention, outgoing RI President Arch C. Klumph proposed to set up an endowment “for the purpose of doing good in the world.” In 1928, it was renamed The Rotary Foundation, and it became a distinct entity within Rotary International.

In 1929, the Foundation made its first gift of $500 to the International Society for Crippled Children.

The organization, created by Rotarian Edgar F. “Daddy” Allen, later grew into Easter Seals.

When Rotary founder Paul Harris died in 1947, contributions began pouring in to Rotary International, and the Paul Harris Memorial Fund was created to build the Foundation.

Rotary’s top priority is the global eradication of polio. Rotary launched its polio immunization program, PolioPlus, in 1985 and in 1988 became a leading partner in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative along with the World Health Organization (WHO), the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and more recently, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Rotary has contributed more than $1.5 billion and countless volunteer hours to eradicate polio.

Through 2018, every dollar Rotary commits to polio eradication will be matched 2-to-1 by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, up to $35 million a year. Since the initiative began, the incidence of polio has plummeted by more than 99.9 percent.

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NOVEMBER IS ROTARY FOUNDATION MONTH In 2016/2017, The Rotary Foundation is about to mark a century of Doing Good in the World through humanitarian projects, scholarships, professional training and exchanges, and its remarkable campaign for a polio-free world. Rotary clubs throughout the world will organize Rotary Days to celebrate this milestone by showcasing the Foundation’s rich history and good work.

IMPORTANT DATES IN NOVEMBER The week of November 5 — World Interact Week 3 - International Day of Persons with Disabilities 5 - World Interact Day 14 - World Diabetes Day 16 - International Day for Tolerance 19 - World Toilet Day 20 - Universal Children’s Day

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PROFILE: DISTRICT 7020 THE BAHAMAS

Interact District 7020 is made up of 10 beautiful countries & territories. This month we feature the beautiful islands of The Bahamas.

Interact is a club for young people ages 12 to 18 that empowers them to In 1492, Christopher Columbus made landfall in the New take action, become leaders, and gain World on the island of San Salvador. Inspired by the a global perspective. Each Interact surrounding shallow sea, he described them as islands of club is sponsored by a Rotary club, the “baja mar” (shallow sea), which has become The and there is no fee to charter a club.

Islands of The Bahamas.

At that time, the islands were inhabited by the Lucayan, a branch of the Arawakan-speaking Taino people.

Although the Spanish never colonised the Bahamas, they shipped the native Lucayans to slavery in Hispaniola. The islands were mostly deserted until 1648, when English colonists from Bermuda settled on the island of Eleuthera.

Charles Town on New Providence Island was burnt to the ground by the Spanish in 1684, but later rebuilt and renamed Nassau in 1695 in honor of King William III (formerly prince of OrangeNassau).

In the early 18th century, the Bahamas were a favorite pirate haunt.

The Bahamas House of Assembly first officially convened in 1729. The Bahamas were a Crown colony from 1717 until they were granted internal self-government in 1964. The islands moved toward greater autonomy in 1968 after the overwhelming victory in general elections of the Progressive Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Lynden O. Pindling.

Pindling's government negotiated a new constitution with Britain under which the colony became the Commonwealth of the Bahama Islands in 1969. On July 10, 1973, the Bahamas became an independent nation.

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PROFILE: DISTRICT 7020 THE BAHAMAS FACTS

Capital City: Nassau Currency: Bahamian Dollar (BSD) / US Dollar Language: English (official), Creole Largest Cities: (by population) Nassau, Lucaya, Freeport, West End, Cooper's Town, Marsh Harbour, High Rock, Andros Town, Clarence Town, I n t e r a c t i s a c l u b f o r y o u n g p e o p l e Dunmore Town ages 12 to 18 that empowers them to National Day: July 10 take action, become leaders, and gain National Bird: Flamingo a global perspective. Each Interact National Dish: Crack Conch with Peas & Rice club is sponsored by a Rotary club, “Cracked Conch” refers to style of conch, cooked in a n d t h e r e i s n o f e e t o c h a r t e r a c l u b . batter. It is usually served as a main meal with peas and rice, macaroni, potato salad and plantain on the side.

Fish: Blue Marlin Flower: Yellow Elder Motto: "Forward, Upward, Onward, Together" Tree: Lignum Vitae Major Industry: Tourism

Junkanoo is a street parade with music, dance, and costumes of Igbo origin in many towns across the Bahamas every Boxing Day (December 26) and New Year's Day (January 1). The largest Junkanoo parade happens in the capital New Providence.

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PROFILE: DISTRICT 7020 THE BAHAMAS FACTS The flag of the Bahamas was officially adopted on July 10, 1973.

Interact is a club for young people The black color represents the strength ages 12 to 18 that empowers them to and will power of the people, yellow take action, become leaders, and gain the sandy beaches, and the a global perspective. Each Interact aquamarine blue symbolizes the club is sponsored by a Rotary club, Caribbean Sea. and there is no fee to charter a club.

The coat of arms of the Bahamas contains a shield with the national symbols as its focal point, the shield is supported by a marlin and flamingo.

On top the shield is a conch shell that represents the varied marine life of the island chain. This rests on top of a helmet. Below this is the actual shield, the main symbol of which is a ship, reported to represent the Santa María of Christopher Columbus. It is sailing beneath a sun. The animals supporting the shield are the national animals, and the national motto is found at the bottom. The flamingo is located upon land, and the marlin upon sea.

The vibrant colours of the coat of arms are also intended to point to a bright future for the islands. They are also reputed to have been maintained due to their attractiveness to tourists. .

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MEETING TIPS Get feedback from members on the types of meetings, activities, and projects they enjoy, and plan accordingly.

Interact is a club for young people Plan social events to bring members closer together.

ages 12 to 18 that empowers them to take action, become leaders, and gain a global perspective. Each Interact Monitor attendance to ensure everyone comes to at club is sponsored by a Rotary club, least 60 percent of the club’s meetings. Members and there is no fee to charter a club.

with high attendance are the most likely to stay involved.

HERE'S AN ICEBREAKER Word and Songs Use this icebreaker to energize participants. Divide the group into at least two teams. The facilitator suggests a word (like dance, sun, happy, love).

Each group alternates turns singing a song that contains that word. The game continues until a team cannot think of any more songs. Songs cannot be repeated.

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LET'S GET SOCIAL Social Media Etiquette Tips BEST PRACTICES FOR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES BE AUTHENTIC 1. Be open about your identity and professional affiliations.

2. Keep deletions to a minimum; only remove content that is clearly offensive or spam.

3. Admit mistakes and be upfront and prompt with corrections.

4. Never post information that you do not have first-hand knowledge of. Post a link directly to the source of the information.

BE SENSIBLE 1. When creating a username be prepared to stick with it. Some sites won’t let you change a username once it is set.

2. Check for accuracy before posting. Make sure you have proper permissions to post written content, images, and videos. Be careful not to post confidential information.

3. Use proper etiquette – be constructive and respectful, don’t speak poorly of other clubs or organizations 4. Be thoughtful about controversial or volatile topics. Many times it may be best to leave them out of the conversation.

BE VIGILANT 1. Questions and concerns (as well as compliments) should receive quick responses: an appropriate goal is to respond within 24-36 hours, with shorter response times being even more desirable.

2. Keep social media profiles/pages updated with fresh content. A good goal is at least one new post per week. If you are no longer able to maintain and monitor the page, assign the task to another club member or delete the profile/page.

BE AVAILABLE 1. All club profiles/pages should include a contact e-mail address.

BE INTERESTING 1. Use a natural and conversational tone.

2. Post a variety of content using multiple media (text, photo, video, poll questions, etc.).

Source: https://www.kent.edu/ashtabula/social-media-guidelines-and-tips-student-groups

KEEP UP WITH INTERACT DISTRICT 7020 Interact_district7020 InteractDistrict7020

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ACTION SNAPS

Interact Club of Central Eleuthera High School President Goshen Rahming, makes a presentation to Cancer Society of Eleuthera

Interactors & Rotaractors attended the World Interact Week Thanksgiving Church Service at the Webster United Church

Interact Club of Garvey Maceo High

Interact Club of Mannings School

Interact Club of Holy Childhood High School

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ACTION SNAPS

Interactors in the US Virgin Island met with DG Haresh President Jaeda of the Interact Club of DeCarteret College, President Jaron of the Rotaract Club of NCU & District Interact Chair (Rotaract) Trisha

The Interact Club of The Leadership Academy (Bahamas)

The Interact Club of Grand Cayman General Meeting & Social at the Cayman Turtle Farm

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ACTION SNAPS

The Interact Club of St. Francis de Sales particpated in the International Coastal Clean Up at Coconut Tree Bay

The Interact Club of St. Jago High made a donation to the Strathmore Gardens Children Home

The Interact Club of St. Francis de Sales hosted a Hurricanne Relief drive to help those affected by Hurricane Matthew in the Bahamas

The Interact Club of Rusea's High School

The Interact Club of Herbert Morrison Technical High School & Rotaractors from the Rotaract Club of Montego Bay

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ACTION SNAPS The Interact Club of Lydford Cay

The Interact Club of St. Andrew High School for Girls fellowshipped with the Interact Club of Calabar High

The Interact Club of Meadowbrook High School celebrated World Interact Week with the rehabilitation of their gardens & a pastry sale.

The Interact Club of Wolmer's Girls School hosted some fun activites during World Interact Week

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ACTION SNAPS

The Interact Club of Road Town

The Interact Club of Government High School

The Interact Club of Kingston College's Induction ceremony was supported by the Interact Club of Convent of Mercy "Alpha"

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ACTION SNAPS

Interactors in Jamaica got a chance to meet DG Haresh at Rotary's Interclub Assembly

Interact Club Of Bregado Flax had a clean up of the Ghut Area (located at the back of the school) They also attended a church service during World Interact Week

Interact Club of Centre Classique et Culturel de Petion-Ville Interactors from Wolmer's Boys & Campion College enjoying the Interact Church Service at Webster United Church

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ACTION SNAPS

Interact Club Of Cedar International's project at Elmore Stoutt High School

Interact Club of Immaculate Conception High celebrated World Interact Week with an otreach activity, Miss Interact 2016 & Interclubbing with the Interact Clubs of Calabar & St. Georges College

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ACTION SNAPS

Interact Club of Addelita Cancryn Junior High School

Interact Club of Ascot High School started their World Interact Week celebrations by participating in devotion.

Interact Club of Bridgeport High School set up a display outside their school library as a part of their World Interact Week celebrations.

Remember to email your #ActionSnaps to DIC Trisha tdavisjm@gmail.com

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INTERACT PETS IN THE BAHAMAS

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INTERACT PETS IN THE BAHAMAS

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INTERACT PETS IN JAMAICA

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INTERACT PETS IN JAMAICA

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ANGUILLA MEETING TIPS Anguilla

GET CONNECTED

CAYMAN ISLANDS Grand Cayman (New)

THE BAHAMAS

HAITI

C. C. Sweeting Sr High

College Catts Pressoir

C. R. Walker Secondary School

College L'Essor (Cap Haitien) Wednesdays at 3 PM

Christian Heritage School Doris Johnson Senior High School

Centre Classique et Culturel de Petion-Ville Centenaire

Forest Heights Academy Delmas/Aeroport Government High JAMAICA R.M. Bailey Secondary School L. W. Young Secondary School Lyford Cay International School

Ardenne High School Fridays 3:15 PM Ascot High School Thursdays at 2:30 PM

St. Andrew's School St. Anne's School

Bridgeport High School Fridays at 2:00 PM

St. Francis de Sales Catholic School

Calabar High School Mondays at 2:45 PM

The Leadership Academy

Camperdown High School Wednesdays at 1:50 PM

BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS Bregado Flax

Campion College Fridays

Road Town Charlemont High School Cedar International School

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JAMAICA Meadowbrook High School MEETING TIPS Clan Carthy High School Thursdays at 2 PM Thursdays at 2:45 PM Montego Bay High School Convent of Mercy Academy "Alpha" Norman Manley High Wednesdays at 3 PM Ruseas High School Cornwall College Fridays at 2:45 pm St. Andrew High Mondays at 2:30 PM DeCarteret College Wednesdays at 8AM St. Catherine High School

Antilles School

Denham Town High

Arthur A. Richards Jr. High

St. Elizabeth Technical High Tuesdays at 3:00 PM

Dinthill Technical High St. George's College

St. Dominic High School St. Maarten Academy ST. MARTIN Saint-Martin Nord US VIRGIN ISLANDS Addelita Cancryn Junior High School

Bertha C. Boschulte Middle School

Excelsior High School St. Hugh's High School Hampton High School Wednesdays at 2:30 PM Herbert Morrison Technical Tuesdays at 3 PM Holy Childhood High Thursdays at 2:45 PM Immaculate Conception High Jamaica College

Charlotte Amalie High Fridays 11:20-12:05

St. Jago High School The Queen's School Wolmer's Boys' School Tuesdays at 2:30 PM

Good Hope Country Day School Ivanna Eudora Kean High St. Croix Central High

Wolmer's Girls' School Wednesdays at 2:30 PM

St. Croix Educational Complex

ST. BARTHS Saint Barthelemy

Virgin Island International Academy

Kingston College Mannings School Wednesdays at 2 PM

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UPCOMING EVENTS

INTERACT FUN DAY (JAMAICA) T.B.A.

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THE DISTRICT 7020 INTERACT TEAM

ROTARIAN REMA MARTIN DISTRICT INTERACT CHAIR ROTARY CLUB OF SOUTH EAST NASSAU

ROTARACTOR TRISHA DAVIS DISTRICT INTERACT CHAIR (ROTARACT) ROTARACT CLUB OF ST. ANDREW

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NEWSLETTER EDITOR

ROTARIAN SHANA REID YOUTH SERVICE DIRECTOR ROTARY CLUB OF PORTMORE

INTERACTORS OF DISTRICT 7020 INTERACTION IS ALL ABOUT YOU!!!

SEND IN YOUR STORIES, PROJECTS & EVENTS TO shana.sn.reid@gmail.com or tdavisjm@gmail.com