The Daily Samurai | April Newsletter

THE DAILY SAMURAI April Issue Oak Harbor | Anacortes | Friday Harbor | Orcas Island |South Whidbey

In this issue: -Lieutenant Governor Greeting…………….2 -District Convention Recap……………..3-4 -Warrior of the Month………………..5 -International Organizations…….6-7 -Get to know the District Board……8-11 -ICON 2014………...12 -Upcoming Events and documents..13 -Important Contacts..................14

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HEY DIVISION 20i, HOW DO YOU FEEL? Since this is my first newsletter, I thought I would start off with an introduction on myself. My name is Ria Bains, I am 16 years old and attend Oak Harbor High School. I am an active participant in Key Club and have been committed for 2 years. I am also a part of the Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps and am apart of the unarmed drill team. I participate in sports such at OHHS girls swim and dive team, and also girls tennis. I want to thank everyone for choosing me to be your 2014-2015 lieutenant governor and I promise to make this year the best it could possibly be!

-In caring service, Ria Bains Contact Information: Cell Phone Number: 360-830-7445 Home Phone Number: 360-240-9038 Email: riabains20i@gmail.com

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65 ANNUAL DISTRICT CONVENTION This years’ convention was held at a new venue and was a huge success! Level Up in Service was taken place at the Sheraton Hotel in Downtown Seattle and also the Washington State Convention Center. With guest speaker Houston Kraft, and guest performance by Joseph Vincent, the crowd was definitely on their feet for something new and exciting for the 2014 DCON. Important matters that were discussed at the convention center included of Human Trafficking, the district project: Project Eliminate, and also Rustic Pathways.

Houston Kraft gives a speech about choosing love and the different meanings of becoming a leader and doing what is right. Houston explains that together bullying can be stopped world wide and people can make a change and impact the lives of one another.

You Tube sensation Joseph Vincent sings hit album at this years DCON. With over million views on You Tube, it was an honor having Joseph perform for the PNW crowd.

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This years talent show overall performance winner.

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SAMURAI NATION

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WARRIOR OF THE MONTH This month, David Lazada has been chosen as the warrior of the month.

David is a senior and attends Oak Harbor High School. He Is Oak Harbor Key Clubs’ club secretary and has shown dedication throughout his term. He has earned this exemplary personal appearance award for showing strong character build, leadership skills, and being welcoming and friendly towards everyone. Congratulations and keep up the good work, David!

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2014-2015 Eliminate Project The Eliminate Project is both UNICEF and Kiwanis working together to eliminate maternal/neonatal tetanus disease. Together, Key Club will be able to work together and eradicate the disease by 2015.

PNW has earned 19,634.35 and Internationally we have earned 67,830.70, which is saving 89,754 lives!

Increase awareness by accomplishing simple things such as saving money to eliminate. It only takes $1.80!

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RUSTIC PATHWAYS Rustic Pathways is a pioneer in providing superior quality travel and service programs for students and families in some of the world’s most welcoming countries. Rustic Pathways demands professionalism and integrity across all of its operations, insists on quality in all aspects of its programs, and places the safety of its students above all other considerations. We enrich the lives of our students and our staff, benefit the parts of the world we serve, and Build cultural bridges that lead to greater global understanding and

cooperation.

Help turn a dream into a reality for dozens of children from rural villages in Costa Rica. Travel to a base camp hidden deep in the tropical Costa Rican countryside where you will lead a summer camp for deserving children. They can’t wait for their week of soccer, arts and crafts, dance, games, songs and English lessons with their new counselors-in-training.

Become part of a team, learn how to be a leader, and help enrich the lives of these kids.

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THE DISTRICT BOARD Division AYN: Hannah Dew Division AYS: Alex Culbert Division 9: Jasmair Bains Division 11/18 Canada: Pranav Arya Division 13/15/17: Patricia Xie Division 18/20i: Esther Chong Division 19/36: Stephen Lavoie Division 20i: Ria Bains Division 21: Selina Nguyen Division 22/24: Lillian Sam Division 26: Kevin Ngo Division 27: Josh Kim Division 28: Jenna Liang Division 30: Jaskirat Kaur Division 32: Morgan Lucena Division 33: Greg Park Division 34: Ayane Kawaii Division 35: Tyler Bosser Division 38: Georgette Lugalia Division 42OR: Marshall Ferre Division 42WA: Brad Thielen Division 44: Christina Chow Division 45: Jocylin Binkier Division 46: Autumn Solomon Division 48: Brandon Webb Division 50: Jayleen Leon Division 54: Bailey Duran Division 56: Patrick Old Division 58: Allyson Weaver Division 62: Tran Hoang Division 64: Dorothy Wang Division 65: Tasmia Ahmed Division 66: Brian Le Division 68: John Kendall Division 70: Jimin Lee Division 72: Rebecca Luh Division 74: Daisy Marshall Division 76: Andre DePlois Division 80: Karla Bedolla Division 82: Rochelle Banta 8

GET TO KNOW THE DISTRICT OFFICERS

Pacific Northwest District, The ending of District Convention is always hard, but it also marks the beginning of another Key Club year, and another year of service. If you have not already met me, I am Lisa Antonio, and I am honored to have the chance to serve as your District Governor for the next year. I am so privileged to be leading such a diverse and enthusiastic district, and I am excited to start building upon our strengths and creating new solutions for our district’s weaknesses. In this upcoming year I want to focus on clubs and members. I want to make sure clubs are thriving and increasing not only membership, but active membership. I want each club member to know the District Board is there to serve the members. I am inspired by the love and passion each one of you has for the act of service. Keep up the amazing work, and remember that ever single minute you spend serving the community is changing the world around you in a positive way. Remember to always keep service in your heart, and no matter what is going on in life, if you are serving, you can always find love. Keep in mind that in hard times, you always have your Key Club family to lean back on, and depend on. Know that the things you have done in Key Club, and the people’s lives you have touched along the way will never be forgotten. Once again I am so grateful to have the chance to serve all of you. I am looking forward to meeting all of you, and if you have any questions please feel free to contact me via email, Facebook, or telephone!

In Love and Service,

Lisa Antonio Pacific Northwest District Key Club Governor 9

Hi, everyone. My name’s Ik Hoon Jung from Southridge High School in Beaverton, OR (Div. 65), and I’m excited beyond words to serve as your Distrct Secretary. I’ve been an enthusiastic member of Key Club since freshman year, and it is truly a dream come true to be in this great position. I hope my term can bring about great positive personal growth in both myself and other Key Clubbers, and I won’t let you down!

Hey Pacific Northwest Key Clubbers! My name is Jenny Zhang and this coming year for our district is going to be a legendary one, and it’s an honor to be a part of it as your 20142015 District Editor. I’m so excited to be involved in your newsletters and giving THE ESPRESSO, our district newsletter, the publicity it deserves. I will make it as inclusive, informative, and exciting as possible. This position combines my love for service and design and I can say confidently that this year, not only will we Key Clubbers feel good, but we will also look good in all of the publications in our district!

Hello Key Clubbers! My name is Aneesh Pappu and I am the incoming District Treasurer. I am so honored and grateful to serve you all for the 2014-2015 term and I look forward to what we will accomplish together! One of my main goals is to actively educate club treasurers so that dues collection is easy and efficient for all clubs in our district. I also plan to effectively monitor the budget of the board and to oversee 10

all fundraising efforts for the district project this year. In addition, I intend to play a very active role in working with growth committees on the district board to increase membership within our district. I want you all to know that I am always available to assist you with any and all problems that you may have in your clubs. Feel free to give me a call anytime, even if you just want to chat, and add me on Facebook! I look forward to meeting you all this year.

In Caring & Service,

Aneesh Pappu Pacific Northwest District Treasurer

Hey PNW Key Clubbers! My name is Cleo Tsang, and I’m so excited to serve as your 2014-2015 Convention Chair. Another year has quickly come and gone, and the 66th Annual District Convention will be here before you know it! I cannot express how honored I am to be planning a convention for the best Key Clubbers in the world. With that said, I ensure you that I will work my hardest to make the 66th Annual DCON the very best! I hope to make you guys proud – so start your countdowns!

Please know that I am open to suggestions, questions, comments, etc. so feel free to contact me!

In Love and Service, Cleo Tsang 2014-2015 District Convention Chair

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2014 Key Club International convention will take place July 2-6 in Anaheim, California, at the Anaheim Marriott.

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2014 travel and hotel 2014 registration 2014 Opening Session speaker 2014 schedule

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2014 elections and amendments

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2014 contests and awards Promotional graphics Learn about Anaheim Discounted Disneyland tickets Event sponsorship toolkit Event sponsorship PowerPoint Convention workshop proposal form Contact us

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UPCOMING EVENTS th

April 5 Secretary Reports due

PNW District Convention Aide Application 2014.docx PNW District Appointee Application.docx April 9th Kindergarten Readiness th

April 14 Officer Installation April 22nd Kindergarten Readiness

If you are interested in working along side with this years’ Convention Chair as a convention aide for 2015’s District Convention, fill out the document above!

April 25th Officer training Officer Contact Information due

If you are interested in helping the district board this year, sign up to become an appointee! Jobs include projects director, communications director, and K-Family relations international projects director!

CLUB SECRETARY REPORT DUE 5TH OF EACH MONTH Contact me for the file and once filled out, send to District Secretary, Ik Hoon Jung.

April 26th Holland Happenings April 30th Appointed position applications due May 1st VP Reports due Editor Report due Tacoma Rally Date to be determined July 4th-6th International Convention Seattle Rally Date to be determined

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Important Contact Information Ria Bains-Division 20i LTG riabains20i@gmail.com Cell: (360)830-7445 District Editor- Jenny Zhang: editorjennyzhang@gmail.com District Treasurer- Aneesh Pappu: apappu97@gmail.com District Secretary- Ik Hoon Jung: ijungpnwsec@gmail.com District Governor- Lisa Antonio: lisaantonio.dgov@gmail.com Convention Chair- Cleo Tsang: pnwconventionchair@gmail.com District Administrator- John Jay: jmjay@comcast.net Assistant Administrator- Tom Saunders: pnwtoms@gmail.com Oak Harbor Key Club Officer Contacts: President- Rheeno Kwak: rheeno1234@gmail.com/360-632-8523 Secretary- Angelique Guina: aglqe_@live.com / 360 632 5568 Treasurer- Kristofer Medina: krsmedina@gmail.com /(360) 632-1869 Bulletin Editor- Noelle Gasper: ngasper23@gmail.com /360-320-7200

I am currently working on getting a hold of all the other clubs, and their information should be in the next issue!

Area Administrator- Dave McMillan: 1115 7th street Anacortes, WA 98221 360-770-4227

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