BHSWe Act Club2014-2015

What is We Act?

• We Act is a movement that empowers young people to become more active local, national, and global citizens.

• Students plan and carry out projects to make a meaningful difference in their community and the world.

• Video

We Day

• Day long event, featuring celebrities and motivational speakers, at the Xcel Center on Wednesday November 12th.

• Meant to MOVITIVATE & INSPIRE!• Youth coming together with the goal of

making the world a better place• Video• We Day is not a one day event – it is part

of a year long commitment to local and global service

We Can Be in the We Act Club?

• ANYONE!• Leaders & Doers are needed!• Student planned and lead –

research/organize/lead.• Others need to carry out

responsibilities.• Whatever time you are willing and

able to give!

Who Goes to We Day?

• There is a limited number of tickets that our school received – 25 (less than last year).

• Individuals will be chosen through an application process. It will be based on leadership and participation in Youth Service

What are the expectations of those that attend We Day?

• A strong desire to be part of the team to plan and implement a local and global project.

• A full commitment to the We Act Club and the planning, implementation and participation of the year-long projects.

• Bring back the enthusiasm from We Day to motivate and inspire the rest of the Club and BHS to participate!

What does We Day cost?

• $0 -The ticket and transportation are FREE!

• Bring a bag lunch• It is a school day – it will be an

excused absence, but you will be responsible to make up all missed work.

How do I apply?

• Complete the application and turn it with by October 8th (sooner is fine).

• Turn forms into Mrs. Phillips at Youth Services in the IMC or have it put in her mail box in the office

• Give a reference page to two teachers (or one teacher and one other adult) – have them return directly to Mrs. Phillips.

We Club Meetings

• Every Wednesday 7:25 to 7:55• Check the Website – Activities &

Clubs / We Act Group will SOON be updated!

• Sign up for reminders Remind - text reminders– Text “weactclub” to 763-260-8505

Project Ideas?

• Last year Hope 4 Youth & Soles for Souls

• Bring Ideas to the next meeting• “We Scare”

Other Youth Service

• Watch the Youth Services Website for Opportunities– Feed My Starving Children September 30th – sign up

at Youth Services or on the website

• Presidential Volunteer Award – all youth service counts

• Join PWAP (People With A Purpose)– Check the site for more information– Listen for the next meeting in announcements– Let Mrs. Phillips know you would like to get on the

email list