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THE KEY CHAIN The Official Newsletter of the Egg Harbor Township High School Key Club
Division One Split Congratulations to the LTGElects of D1A and D1B! Page 3
It’s that time of year again! 2012-2013 Officer Elections
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ach spring, the New Jersey District of Key Club International holds its annual District Convention, or DCON. Last year, I had the opportunity to attend DCON with Egg Harbor Township High School Key Club. The convention is three days, and those three days are packed with great activities and incredible experiences. DCON is an amazing experience, and I encourage anyone to attend if they have the chance.
bers hypnotized was absolutely hilarious.
When we first got to DCON, there was a Service Fair going on, in which all the attendees could walk around and receive information from all different kinds of service organizations. Later that night, there was opening session. During this part of the program, all of the current District Board members were introduced. It was an awesome thing to watch. Later in the opening session, there was a hypnotist show! Arguably, this was the best part of the session. Seeing the board and audience mem-
Sadly, DCON is no longer at the Valley Forge Convention Center in King of Prussia, PA. However, DCON will be moving to the Ocean Place Resort in Long Branch, New Jersey. It’s a different place, but it’ll still be filled with Key Clubbers from all over New Jersey who share the same passion—service and of course, Key Club.
Over the next two days, there was caucusing for the Executive Board elections, two dances, and tons of fun and networking. DCON was truly an unforgettable experience and it makes one realize just how big Key Club is. Everyone leaves DCON with a new sense of excitement to serve and a passion to give back to their home, school, and community. EHTHS Key Clubbers at District Convention 2011.
Hey, Key Clubbers! I hope you all are doing well! Oh, and Happy Valentine’s Day!
BY LOLA AGABALOGUN General Member
A Great Way to Start and End a Service Year—District Convention Attendees! The packet and check is due on Thursday, February 16!
feels like elections for the 2011-2012 service year was just yesterday. It’s weird how the next service year starts in a month and a half...it’s sort of depressing; however, it marks another great service year for us!
Anyway, elections for the 2012-2013 Officer Board is today! Good luck to everyone By the way, I hope to see you out at the who is running and remember that if you Flyer’s Skate Zone this Saturday from don’t win, it’s not the end of the world. It 4pm-6pm to help fundraise for ELIMINATE! See you there! Stay golden! Oh, and vote Valerie Wong for President! ;) In Caring, Love, and Friendship, Valerie Wong EHTHS Key Club Bulletin Editor
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Table of Contents District Convention
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Editor’s Bulletin
Page 2
Division Split & LTG-Elects
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LTG Elections
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Bulletin Board
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2012-2013 Officer Elections Page 5 - President Page 6 - Vice President Page 7-8 - Corresponding Secretary Page 9 - Recording Secretary Page 10-11 - Bulletin Editor Page 12-13
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It is now Division 1A and 1B.
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Division One Splits!
Because of the increasing number of Key Clubs being formed in Division One—which is a good thing—the New Jersey District Board has decided to split the division into Division 1A and Division 1B starting the 2012–2013 service year. The schools are split as following:
Division 1A
Current LTG Cecilia Kang, D1B LTG-Elect Kelly Tran, and D1A LTG-Elect Chris Addonizio reciting the Key Club pledge after the announcement of the winners.
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hat an exciting and for some, a nerve wracking day! As the 2011-2012 service year comes to an end, it was time for two Key Clubbers to be elected into the office of Lieutenant Governor for the 2012-2013 service year! Sadly, Division One will be split into two separate divisions due to the massive amount of clubs. After District Convention this year, it will be Division 1A and 1B. It is surely upsetting. However, there are some pros to this: since the division will be cut in half, the connections between clubs will be stronger and we will be closer; it will be easier for the new LTGs; and events will be in a central place where almost every club can get to within a reasonable amount of time. Egg Harbor Township will be part of Division 1B.
On Saturday, January 21, 2012, five Key Clubbers— three from our club and two from Lower Cape May Regional—ran for the positions of either LTG of Division 1A or Division 1B depending on which division they will belong to.
Atlantic City Cape May County Technical Lower Cape May Regional Mainland Regional Middle Township Ocean City
Division 1B Absegami Atlantic Christian Atlantic County Institute of Technology Cedar Creek Egg Harbor Township
Divisions 1A & 1B
Lieutenant Governor-Elects
From our school, Ahsan Ikram, Josh Perez, and Kelly Tran ran for D1B LTG. Although they all put their effort into this race, only one came out with the title of LTG-Elect. It was a hard decision to make. Their speeches and caucusing were exceptional. However, Kelly Tran was deemed the best choice for Division 1B. Congratulations, Kelly! Also, congratulations to Chris Addonizio from LCMR for winning the LTG election for D1A! You will both do a great job! BY VALERIE WONG Bulletin Editor
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Join us online! Search EHTHS Key Club and request to join. Also, ―like‖ the page New Jersey District of Key Club International. The Key Chain: - issuu.com/valeriewong The Kang Key: - issuu.com/ltg-kang The Jersey Key: - issuu.com/njkeyclub EHTHS Key Club - https://sites.google.com/ site/ehthskc NJ District Key Club - njkeyclub.org Key Club International - keyclub.org
Since Division One is splitting into Division 1A and 1B, buy the first and last Division One t-shirt! The design is by our very own LTG Cecilia Kang. Contact her if you are interested! They are only $12 each.
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2012-2013 Officer Board Elections! Please remember that you should be respectful and listen to every candidate’s speech. If you do not stay at the whole meeting, you cannot vote. Also, vote for the best candidate in your perspective, not your friend’s. Choose wisely because this will be the 2012-2013 Officer Board who will lead this wonderful club. Ask questions if you want, but make sure that they are appropriate and relevant to the club and position they are running for.
Description of Position: President—The club president is responsible for setting and monitoring the goals of the club, running club meetings, appointing committee chairs and delegating tasks as necessary, recruiting, training and retaining members and maintaining regular communication with the lieutenant governor of his or her division. Vice President—The role of the club vice president can be summarized in one word: service. The vice president serves the president, other club officers, committees and the general membership. He or she is also expected to learn the duties of the president in order to fill in or take over as necessary.
Candidates: Valerie Wong—page 6
Parth Parikh—page 7 Hai Le—page 8
Corresponding Secretary—The office of secretary is one of the most demanding in the organization and a good secretary is essential to the proper functioning of any Key Club. The corresponding secretary is responsible for filling out the Annual Club Report Form along with the president, keep minutes of the meetings, and to archive important information.
Vi Nguyen—page 9
Recording Secretary—The office of secretary is one of the most demanding in the organization and a good secretary is essential to the proper functioning of any Key Club. The recording secretary works alongside with the corresponding secretary. He or she is responsible for tracking the member’s hours and archiving important information.
Eric Hua—page 10
Bulletin Editor—The club editor is responsible for keeping the membership informed about important activities, opportunities and deadlines at the club, district and international level. The “bulletin” may be a printed piece or electronic update.
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Cynthia Thurairajah—page 11
Jessica Pamfilo—page 11 Pak Chau—page 11
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“The question in life isn’t ‘what can I get?’ but ‘what can I give?’” - Robert Baden-Powell
Facts About Me:
I have been in Key Club for three years now—going onto my fourth and final one. =( I am currently the 2011-2012 club bulletin editor. I was the 2010-2012 Latin Club secretary. I am very approachable! Never be afraid to talk to me.
Events I’ve Been to:
March of Dimes 2010 District Convention 2011 Relay for Life 2011
My organization skills sometimes seems overwhelming to others, but they’re awesome. I’m serious when needed but very laidback most of the time. I don’t bite. I love what we do in Key Club. My passion for it grows each day.
South RTC 2011 Key Leader 2011 President Council Meetings
VOTE VALERIE WONG FOR PRESIDENT!
Vote
Parth Parikh What’s good, Key Club?! My name is Parth Parikh, I am a Junior, and I am running for Vice President. I want to be Vice President because I have seen what Key Club is capable of achieving and I want to be able to contribute to the club as much as I possibly can. I want to be able to give back to Key Club for all the opportunities it has given me. I look forward to serving everyone next year! PP4VP!
Vice President
My Name is Vi T. Nguyen - I have been a member in Key Club since my freshman year. (2010- Present). - I am currently a co-partner with Cynthia Thurairajah as the Officer Committee Chair for the International Partners Committee during my sophomore year (2011-2012). - I was on the school’s girls’ basketball team in middle school and freshman year. - I am a Medical Explorer at the Shore Medical Center for both my freshman and sophomore year (2010 – Present).
- Friendly - Reliable - Always Organized - Hardworking
Vote
ERIC HUA FOR RECORDING SECRETARY
Credentials Lvl 124 Buccaneer(3 months) /110 Cannon Shooter (3 Days) in Maplestory. Bronze League in Starcraft 2; Protoss, Nothing less Lvl 28 Tauren Druid/ 25 Troll Shaman in World of Warcraft; That's right, WoW. (Sample can't compete.) Life as a Dual-wield Battlemage Nord in Skyrim pretty good. Can take at least 10 arrows to the knee before quitting adventures. Got to The End in Minecraft on Hardcore Survival using only 2 porkchops and a wooden pickaxe.( No Hax, Legit) Prestige so much I got banned from playing COD:MW3 Throwing out Party Hats in Runescape like it's common equips. Beat Amnesia: The Dark Descent with perfect aesthetics (JK, That's some scary ****, yo) Beated a Pokemon game using only one lv100 Magikarp and 5 eggs(True Story too) Can quick-scope in Battlefield 3 without using my monitor. League of Legends? Calm down. Who do you think I am? Joe? I have a life.
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Vote Cynthia for Recording Secretary Hi, my name is Cynthia Thurairajah and I’m running for Recording Secretary. I am the past co-committee chair for International Partners along with Vi Nguyen, who is running for Corresponding Secretary I went to Key Leader this year and will be attending DCON I will try to update hours bi-weekly or monthly I have been an active Key Clubber since Freshman year
I pledge, on my honor, to uphold the Objects of Key Club International; to build my home, school and community; to serve my nation and God; and combat all forces which tend to undermine these institutions.[
NOTE: ALL PHOTOS WERE TAKEN AT KEY CLUB EVENTS
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Vote Pak Chau For Editor! Don’t be whack, vote for pak.
Editor
Pak Chau
Just Check it Why Pak Chau For editor?
Reliable, creative, and easy to get along with Attended most of the major events Always eager to go to events Collected more than 60 hours last year Already at +35 hours just this year Always active and everywhere
All Pictures were taken at Key Club Events I approve of this message
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Reminders
Contact Your Officers! Jessica Fung President (609) 287-8806, jessicafung94@gmail.com
Brian He Vice President (609) 287-4887, brianthe194@gmail.com
Michelle Chen Corresponding Secretary (973) 820-3996, mchen214@gmail.com April Serrano Recording Secretary (973) 873-3482, aprilhannah2000@yahoo.com
Kim Peng Treasurer (609) 513-6591, kimpengg26@gmail.com
Valerie Wong Bulletin Editor (609) 742-3868, valeriewwong@yahoo.com
Remember to vote for who you think will do the best for that position and don’t be biased! Ice Skate to Eliminate at the Flyer’s Skate Zone on Saturday, February 18 from 4pm6pm! The rink will be closed to the public and open to only Key Clubbers and their guests. All proceeds will go to ELIMINATE. Remember to sign up for projects outside of Mr. Stevenson’s door at E117! If you canContact Your Officers! not attend a project, contact an officer. Volleyball-a-thon packets are due tomorrow! District Convention packets are due February 16, 2012!
Nafis Nibir Webmaster (609) 626-1388, darkunovoid@gmail.com Bryan Williamson Sergeant-at-Arms (609) 385-7113, coolpingpongguy@comcast.net
Next General Meeting
February 28, 2012
Cecilia Kang Division One Lieutenant Governor (609) 204-6369, cecilia94kang@gmail.com
Next OCC Meeting
Andre Rosario District Bulletin Editor (609) 214-7427, andrerosario93@gmail.com
February 21, 2012
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