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MAY 2016 | ISSUE 1 www.swdkeyclub.org
Hello!
My name is Alisa Nguyen and I am your 2016 2017 Southwest District Governor! I am currently a sophomore at Buena High School in Sierra Vista, AZ, which is also home to the world’s first McDonald’s drive-thru. This is the first monthly newsletter of the year, filled with updates and resources to help you have an enjoyable and successful Key Club experience!
In this Issue Welcome...................….….....1 Goals.............………………….2 K-Family Corner......................3 International Trustee..............4 2015-16 at a Glance..............5
I have recently returned from Governor and Administrator Training Conference in San Happy Grams........….….…….5 Antonio, TX, the host city of next year’s DCON…………………..……...7 International Convention. I met an amazing group of individuals, and I know that Key Club is ICON…………………..…….....9 in good hands! I am excited to be sharing this experience with you as we make steps to improve our homes, schools, and communities. Thank you for entrusting me to serve you as a part of this amazing organization. Please reach out to me if you want to talk at any time this year! I encourage you all to perform service with your clubs throughout the summer; the Key Club year just restarted and being a servant leader is a year-round job! Thank you for your passion and dedication to service, and I look forward to the year ahead of us! Yours in service, Alisa Nguyen
Seasons of Service………....11 The Eliminate Project...........12 Governor's Project..………...13 Insider....………………….......15 District Board Contact.........16
Contact Me swdkeyclubgovernor @gmail.com
(520)-234-6663
GOALS
Learn about some of my plans this year as your governor!
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Concentrate
| Placing a greater focus on the foundation of Key Club |
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Communicate
| Bridge the communication gap between all levels of our organization |
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Seasons of Service Empower members through knowledge Expand and enhance club membership Create attentive resources to guide clubs through re-activation and chartering
Be transparent and available Reach out for member feedback and suggestions Recognize club achievements Post district board meeting minutes on the website Supplement resources to cater to the needs of our district
Collaborate | Foster and strengthen Kiwanis-Family bonds |
• Educate members about different levels of the Kiwanis Family • Create resources to help co-sponsor K-Kids and Builders Clubs • Encourage and inform members to attend CKI and Kiwanis events/conventions
K-FAMILY CORNER
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Kiwanis Governor Bob Carson Dear Spicy Southwest Key Clubbers, Welcome to a new year of Kiwanis Family fun, fellowship and service. As a member of Kiwanis Key Club you belong to a global organization of volunteers improving the lives of children one community at a time. Thank you for your hours of service and fundraising!
favor, that when you publish articles, signs and posters, please use the official Key Club logos. Your Lt. Governor can help you find the logos online. And always remember, and be proud, that we are all members of the Kiwanis family!
As the Governor of Kiwanis clubs in the Southwest District I pledge our support of your efforts. I ask for one
Yours in Servant Leadership, Bob Carson
Circle K Governor Banna Tesfay Hey Chilies! My name is Banna Tesfay, and I'm the 2016-2017 CKI District Governor! It wasn't too long ago that I was in Key Club like you all, on the District Board as the Secretary/ Treasurer. Some facts about me: I'm from Surprise, AZ (Dysart love all the way), I go to Northern Arizona University, studying Graphic Design. I work as a designer and a Programmer/ Mentor for the LGBTQA Office at NAU. And I spend an unhealthy amount of time on Hulu. You all are a part of such an amazing organization, with high school students who work world-wide to make the world a better place. Don't lose sight of that this year. I mean, how could you,
you have a great Governor like Alisa. CKI is similar; we have college students around the world who have the same goals as you, who want to make change. This year, I want to strengthen our connection so much more. I hope we can work together so that when you all graduate with your success from Key Club, CKI will be your next choice. But until then, CKI is here to support and work with you as much as we can, and we hope you'll do the same for us. Stay spicy, Southwest! Banna Tesfay
TRUSTE(IAN)
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Dear Spicy Southwest Key Clubbers, publish articles, signs and posters, please use International Trustee Ian MacDonald Welcome to a new year of Kiwanis Family fun, the official Key Club logos. Your Lt. Governor fellowship and service. As a member of can help you find the logos online. And Kiwanis Key Club you belong to a global always remember, and be proud, that we Hello Southwest District, As convention, marked organization of volunteers improving the lives are district all members of the Kiwanis family! the start of the new Key Club year, the of children one community at a time. Thank Yours in Servant Leadership, you formonth your hours of service and fundraising! Last I had an amazing time beginning of May marked the 91st Bob Carson atthe your district birthday of Key Club International. As Governor of convention Kiwanis clubs ininthe Phoenix,District for those of you that didn't Today, we have 272,000 members Southwest I pledge our support of your efforts. I ask for one thatout when attend you trulyfavor, missed onyou a in 38 countries and each year
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million service hours! In case you Governor like Alisa. CKI is similar; we have didn't hear the news, Brazil was college students around the world who have welcomed asasthe to the same goals you,38th who country want to make change. I want to strengthen have a This Keyyear, Club! I hope each ofour connection much more. I hope we can you are assoproud as I am to be a work together so that when you all graduate member in this great organization with your success from Key Club, CKI will be because we truly change ouris here to your next choice. But until then, CKI support and work with youcommunities! as much as we homes, schools, and can, and we hope you'll do the same for us.
attractions in Atlanta; like the World IStay hope toSouthwest! see in Atlanta, spicy, You all are aCNN part ofstudios, such an Six amazing Banna Tesfay of Coke, Flags and Ian MacDonald organization, withmore. high school students much much Please be who Trustee, Key Club International work world-wide to make the world a better aware the deadline is place. Don't lose sight of that this year. I approaching, please register by mean, how could you, you have a great May 15th! Also note, if you'd like to International Trustee Ian MacDonald go with other members from your My name the is IanSouthwest MacDonald,has I amset a up a of Key Club I district senior Manatee High School am involved in tour,atthat will get you intoinmany of sunny Bradenton, Florida. Bradenton my school's the exciting places I talked about is located just under Tampa Bay (if soccer, earlier, check the district website you're a sports fan, I live about 45 Technology minutes south from the Tampa Bay Student for more information. Buccaneers, Lightning, and Rays). Bradenton is known for world class beaches, and that's about it. Outside
Association and Science Olympiad teams. I would love to talk to all of you, so
2015-16  
at a
glance
Take a look at our accomplishments last year! Raised over $21,000 for the Eliminate Project, saving more than 11,500 lives
Donated $5,000 to the Kamp Kiwanis Bathroom Renovations project
Reached 5,455 members, surpassing the membership numbers for 2014-15
Collected over 1,400 toys for tots as a part of the Governor's Project Raised over $4,000 for Children's Miracle Network at District Convention
HAPPY GRAMS
The first Key Club started 91 years ago in Sacramento, CA. It was comprised of the key boys of the school, hence “Key” Club. Believe it or not our organization existed two years before sliced bread! Key Club International proudly announces our newest Key Club nation: Brazil! On March 30, the Key Club of Escola Americana do Rio De Janeiro received notification that it is officially chartered. We are now in 38 countries around the world!
Club Spotlight
AGUA FRIA Agua Fria Key Club celebrated Global Youth Day by working with the Boys and Girls Club in their local community. They made HUGE progress in cleaning up the area! Way to go, Agua Fria! | Send me pictures of your club projects to be featured in next month’s issue! |
DCON
The 61st annual Southwest District Convention, Service Beyond and Back, was held in Chandler, AZ from April 8-10! Here’s a recap of what we did: • Elected the 2016-17 Southwest District Board • Learned about Key Club and our service partners through unique workshops • Trained officers and listened to key-note speakers • Attended the college and service fair • Got recognized for our hard work through contests and awards • Danced the night away • And created memories and friendships that will last a lifetime!
P A C E R APAPAPAP 
BYLAWS
HOUSE OF DELEGATES
Each year at District Convention, we get the unique opportunity to modify our bylaws for the betterment of our district and of our members. This year, at House of Delegates, we voted on a few prominent changes that will be in effect moving forward. Learn more about our new district bylaws: Lieutenant Governor elections will now be held at Division Council Meetings in February so the individual can receive the adequate resources for his/her position, and so members can become more acquainted with their LtG at DCON. Dues have also been increased by $0.50, totaling to $5.00. This money will give members the benefits they are entitled to as a member of the Southwest District, by providing better resources, conventions, and an overall enhanced experience. Article VIII Lieutenant Governor Elections Section 2: Election Procedures a) Lieutenant Governor elections will take place at the Division Council Meeting, in the month of February, where the current Lieutenant Governor of the division is the host unless seeking reelection. If the current Lieutenant Governor is seeking reelection, a member
assigned by the Board of Trustees will replace the Lieutenant Governor as host. Article XII Revenue Section 1: Each club member shall pay to the district the sum of $5.00 per annum as district dues. These dues are payable by October 1st and shall be remitted to the Key Club International Office by the individual club not later than December 1st of each year.
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INTERNATIONAL
Why go to convention? Because it’s the biggest event of the Key Club year! Imagine celebrating the amazing things Key Club does with more than 1,600 Key Clubbers from all across the U.S., Canada and the Caribbean.
If that isn’t enough, you will also have the opportunity to:
• Elect next year’s Key Club International Board.
• Bond with your people. Travel to and from International Convention with your district.
• Hear about our success so far with The Eliminate Project - and how you can help eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus.
• Share innovative service projects and fundraising ideas. • Listen to amazing speakers. • Learn about servant leadership. • Train for your 2016-17 leadership position.
• Discover new charities and organizations you and your club can team up with. • Have fun and make memories and friendships that last a lifetime.
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CONVENTION
July 6 - 12
REGISTER BY:
For more information, contact:
MAY 15
Valari Rose-Johnson 1214purplerose@gmail.com
[Visit our district website or click here to register]
(928)-453-4184
MORE INFORMATION: Key Clubber (triple) - $1,380 | Key Clubber (quad) - $1,296 Adult (single) - $2,044
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Adult (double) - $1,546
SOUTHWEST DISTRICT TOUR PRICE INCLUDES: • Convention Registration and all convention related activities • Airfare and all ground transportation • Six (6) nights at the Convention Hotel • Continental Breakfast Daily • 2 District Dinners
• SW District trading pins • SWD International Tour T-shirt • Entrance to CNN Studios, World of Coca-Cola, Georgia State Capital, Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historical site, Swan House, Margaret Mitchell House, Six Flags, and Stone Mountain.
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{Seasons of Service}
Each month will be dedicated to a different Major Emphasis Project, charity, or organization, to empower members to perform more meaningful service. This will include information about the service partner, updates on the impact we have already made, and different examples and ideas on how to contribute!  
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ELIMINATE
PROJECT
ABOUT With The Eliminate Project, Kiwanis International and UNICEF have partnered to eliminate maternal and neonatal tetanus. MNT)kills one newborn baby every nine minutes but with just $1.80, you can save a mother and her future babies. Help us raise awareness and funds for the Eliminate Project which helps vaccinate families and end MNT in 21 countries. Click here for more information!
ELEMONATE CHALLENGE Originating from the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, the members or clubs eat a fourth of a lemon to raise awareness for Eliminate and then make a donation. They continue the challenge by nominating other members and clubs to participate!
We are so close to fulfilling our US$110 million goal! All of your hard work and efforts are saving millions of lives, so don’t stop here! Let’s finish the fight to eliminate MNT!
AIDSpirit USA
•SWD GOVERNOR'S PROJECT•
The 2016-17 Southwest District Governor's Project is AIDSpirit USA! This non-profit organization focuses on providing education, clean water, medical clinics, housing, and other life essentials for children in Uganda. This year, we are working with the Mighty Montana District to fund the building of a primary school! Together, I know we can do great things for this organization!
•PROGRESS YOU CAN SEE• “Our biggest accomplishment in 2015 was the building of a security fence around our Tender Mercies home with the help of the Montana District Key Clubs. In building this fence, we are able to provide a safe environment for our children, in which they can continue to grow and thrive in their educational endeavors.”
AIDSPIRIT USA WORKS ON PROJECTS LIKE: • Drilling new water well in remote locations in Uganda • Rescuing orphans • Providing an education for orphans and other vulnerable children • Conducting medical clinics to provide medicine and treatment for children with Sickle Cell Anemia The first Montana Key Club well, providing • Conducting eye clinics clean water to thousands of families in • Developing and implementing the Bukamba Village. sustainment programs that will help off-set the cost of running the home Prezi presentation | www.aidspirit.org • And much more
•QUICK LINKS•
•FUNDING THE FUTURE•
•DISCOVER•
$50,000 Our ambitious goal for the Southwest District is a whoppin' $50,000! Although that may seem a little intimidating, it breaks down to about $500 per club. Stay tuned throughout the year for different ways to contribute! I know we can show our Spicy Spirit and achieve our goals!
HELP US FUND THE FUTURE
BE THE CHANGE
EXCITING NEWS!
Eleven people from the AIDSpirit USA team and four immediate past Key Clubbers will be traveling to Uganda on May 10th. What a life changing opportunity this will be! Follow their website and social media platforms to stay up-to-date on their servant journey!
@aidspiritusa |#aidspiritusa|
•JOIN THE MOVEMENT•
UPCOMING DATES
• May 1 Key Club year restarts • May 2-6 Eliminate Week • May 7 Key Club turns 91 • May 15 ICON Registration Due • July 6-12 ICON • September 17 Divisional Officer Training Conference
{INSIDER} KEY CLUB CO-SPONSOR
Key Club International has joined Rustic Pathways to offer Key Clubbers the opportunity to take part in inspiring service programs around the world! This year, travel with fellow like-minded Key Clubbers and get to know the rural, mountain region of the Dominican Republic on this service one-week program. Check it out here!
OFFICER CERTIFICATION FORMS Please fill out this form with 2016-17 club officer information and send it to your Lieutenant Governor, so we know how to maintain contact with your club throughout the year!
MONTHLY REPORT FORMS Secretary and Treasurer reports are due on the 5th of each month, and President Lieutenant Governor Evaluations on the 15th! Find them on our district website.
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San Antonio, TX (Stay tuned for our mascot's travels throughout the year!)
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CONTACT THE BOARD
Executive Board Alisa Nguyen………………………………….…….…swdkeyclubgovernor@gmail.com Regan Anderson………………………………..…………….swdkcsectreas@gmail.com Josefeth Hernandez…………………………..…….thekeytothesouthwest@gmail.com Lieutenant Governors Alejandra Gonzalez Cruz…………………….blackcanyonswdkeyclub@gmail.com Daniel Fuell…………………………………………….catalinaswdkeyclub@gmail.com Sadie Morones…………………..………………….…cavernsswdkeyclub@gmail.com Alex Mendez…………………..………………….……copperswdkeyclub@gmail.com Andrea Amavisca………………………………..……estrellaswdkeyclub@gmail.com Abagail Mock…………………………………….lookoutmtnswdkeyclub@gmail.com McDowell Mountain LtG (Vacant)…………mcdowellmtnswdkeyclub@gmail.com Samarah Elmer……………………….…….……mogollonrimswdkeyclub@gmail.com Elizabeth Heideman…………………………………mohaveswdkeyclub@gmail.com Olivia Kurschat………………..……….…………….northmtnswdkeyclub@gmail.com Morgan Snow…………………………………………papagoswdkeyclub@gmail.com Bradley Moffett……………………………………petroglyphswdkeyclub@gmail.com Emily Wookee……………………………………….riograndeswdkeyclub@gmail.com Kate Fellows…………..……….…………………….sanpedroswdkeyclub@gmail.com Jennifer Harned……………………………………sandiamtnswdkeyclub@gmail.com Donald Poston……….……………………….sangredecristoswdkeyclub@gmail.com Saul Ontiveros……………………………………….southmtnswdkeyclub@gmail.com Kiana Russo………………………………………..superstitionswdkeyclub@gmail.com DCON Chair Jennifer Bass………….........................……………………..jenniferbass17@gmail.com District Administrator Michael Braun.……………………………...............michaelwilliambraun@gmail.com
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