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Capital Key Volume 57, Issue 4, February/March 2013

Get ready to

Swing into Service

at DCON 2013

Highlights:

DCON 2013: 2-6 Preferred Charities: 13

Editor’s Message: 3 International trustee’s message: 14

Governor’s Message: 7 ICON 2013 in Washington D.C: 15

Eliminate Update: 8 Youth Opportunities Fund: 16

Secretary’s Message: 9 Featured Key Clubbers: 17

Key Leader: 10 Division Highlights: 18

Treasurer’s Message: 11 Webmaster’s Message: 19

Improving K-Family Relations: 12 Extra! Extra!: 20

the official publication of the

Capital District Key Club

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Hello wonderful Key Clubbers of the Capital District,

Can you believe another Key Club year is almost over? I hope you met

your goals this year and achieved what you wanted to achieve. I am sad

to leave the Capital District next year as I go off to college, but my heart

will stay with Key Club and service for a long time I hope you enjoyed

my newsletters this year and found them helpful and informative. I also

hope you will continue to do great things like saving babies from Maternal

and Neonatal tetanus in the future.

Now, I want to invite all of you to come to District Convention 2013: Swing

into Service on behalf of the Capital District. What a great way to end off

the year with a weekend-long celebration and learning experience with

your fellow Key Club family. Get ready for an exciting jungle adventure

with workshops, general sessions, dances, contests, elections, and much

more. I remember going to DCON for the first time my sophomore year: I

was awed by the fierce spirit of all the Capital District Key Clubbers. It was

also eye-opening to see more than a thousand compassionate

individuals in one room, all pumped up about community service. Our

keynote speaker this year: Ed Gerety, is an experienced professional

speaker on leadership and student involvement. You will not be

disappointed after hearing him speak. Also, you will have the opportunity

to network with District Board Members and let your voice be heard in the

future of Capital District as you elect next year’s executive officers. Make

sure to ask them questions that are important to you and don’t hesitate to

talk with them about Key Club because their job is to serve you so you

have a wholesome Key Club experience.

I really, really look forward to seeing ALL of you at DCON. Please feel free

to find me and say Hi. I’m always excited to talk to caring individuals like

you guys. And as always, my email is minweicao@hotmail.com if you ever

need help. Good luck with school. Good luck with Key Club. I will miss

making these newsletters for you all.

Yours in Service, Minwei Cao

Editor’s Message Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

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What to Expect at DCON Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

Beautiful Inner Harbor

never ending spirit

Friday:

-Opening Session! ... Bring your jungle attire and get ready for a wild and spirited opening

session with your division. Cheer for your Lieutenant Governor and meet your International

President!

-Dance … a fun get together with all your friends

Saturday:

-Listen to a riveting Keynote address from a leadership and youth-empowerment

professional: Mr. Ed Gerety

-Parade of Checks…look at all the money Capital raised for the Eliminate Project

-Get your officer training from officer workshops; learn public speaking and icebreaker tips

from other fun-filled workshops

-Caucusing sessions to get to know your candidates for District Executive Office and

International Endorsement

-Service Fair to see what other Key Clubs around the District are up to

-Awards Banquet filled with talented performances, speeches, and recognition for

wonderful people around the Capital District

-Another dance!

-Nominating Conference (only for certain candidates and delegates)

Sunday:

-House of Delegates (only for certain candidates and delegates)

-Farewell Session with recognitions for outstanding club officers, advisors, general

members, and District Board Members.

-Goodbyes-another Key Club year gone! Bring your tissues, this may get emotional. But it’s

ok. Connect with your new friends via Facebook; or reunite with them face to face at the

next Capital District Key Leader!

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Questions to ask your District Officer candidates:

Your district officers are your leaders in the Capital District. Their main goal is to

serve you so you have a wonderful and wholesome Key Club experience. It is important to invest a lot of attention during caucusing sessions to listen to what candidates have to say about their vision of Key Club. They are going to be the decision makers next year, so of course, you want to choose decision makers who care about you and reflect your values. One important way to get to know a candidate is through his 2-minute Q+A session immediately following his speech. Do not take this Q+A session lightly; it reveals a lot about a candidate’s knowledge of Key Club and also his passion for service.

In addition, do not think you can ask questions about anything. District board members will be running the caucusing sessions and strictly forbidding questions not related to Key Club. Any question that reflects poorly upon a candidate’s character or harasses him in any way is considered hazing and will not be allowed. These are some sample questions that you should ask the candidates: Personal:

-What has been your favorite Key Club moment and why? -What is your favorite Key Club color and why? -Describe your leadership style. -What is your biggest strength? Your biggest weakness? -Why did you join Key Club? -What is one thing that you have learned from Key Club that is valuable? -How are your time management skills? Key Club trivia: -When was the first Key Club founded and where? -What do all three Key Club colors stand for? -What are the core values of Key Club International? -What are the three preferred charities of Key Club? -How many districts are under Key Club International? Specific position related: -What changes do you plan to bring to your role as District _____? -Why are you running for District _____ and not any other position? -How will you use your passion for Key Club positively as District ______? -How do you plan to reach out to general members in the Capital District? -Why do you think you are qualified for the position of District ______? -Do you plan to still participate at the club level if elected?

Questions to ask… during caucusing Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

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Governor’s Message Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

Hello Key Clubbers!

It is the most exciting time of the year. It’s DCON season! The Capital District Board

has worked very hard this year to make this the best DCON yet. This year is sure to be

a blast with awards, a themed service fair, phenomenal dances, and most importantly

elections; furthermore, you get the chance to meet over one thousand key clubbers

just like you.

As for elections, I would like to highlight some key things in the process. Elections can

be very stressful especially if you are a candidate. So I have created a list with these

three tips to help all those who are running for district office this year. These tips are

sure to make running that much easier.

1. Relax. When making your speech, be sure to be comfortable in your room. Do

whatever you need to make the room as comfortable as possible. Smile, laugh,

or even make a joke!

2. Speak LOUD and CLEAR. Sometimes the microphone in the room does not

work or their will be no microphone. So be sure to speak nice, loud, and clear

so the crowd can hear you. The last thing you want to do is make a speech and

no one hears it.

3. Practice! Practice makes perfect. You must practice speaking in front of

groups of people. This not only allows to get a feel of what the speech will

seem like at DCON but also you can time yourself. Your speech must be within

the time limit set forth. If you can practice often, your speech will be that

much better.

4. Bring a friend. When going to different rooms, it can get a little hectic. If you

have your best friend next to you, then that takes some of the stress off. Your

friend can provide great support for you and help you with anything you need.

Trust me. Having someone to talk to after a tough room makes it a lot easier

in the next room.

5. Have fun! Remember this is DCON! You are not only here to run for office but

to celebrate another great year of service. So be sure to make time for you. Go

to the service fair, dance, or feel free to talk with other Key Club members.

If you have any other questions about elections or anything DCON related, feel free to

ask your Lieutenant Governor or send me a quick email. I would be happy to answer

any questions you have! I can’t wait to see all of you at DCON! This year we are

defiantly going to be Swinging into Service!

It has been my deepest pleasure serving as your District Governor this year. Thank

you for making my last year of high school memorable.

Go Capital Crabs!

Sincerely,

Bowden Saunders

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The Eliminate Project Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

Exhibit A: Fundraising for a cause that is important to you. Try organizing a Kiwanis Family Yard Sale in support of the Eliminate Project. You can invite all ages to donate items and manage the tables, in order to ultimately save hundreds, even thousands, of lives! Or, try setting up a 1.8-mile Eliminate Charity Walk. Ask participants to donate a minimum of $1.80 to save a mother and her future babies, or design and order Kiwanis/UNICEF Eliminate Project Awareness t-shirts and bracelets to sell for a terrific $18.00 deal and save 10 mothers and their future babies! If you invite all branches of your local District Kiwanis Family as well as interested members, friends and family, it is sure to be an excellent turn-out that will have an exceedingly positive affect on our world’s women and future children. Not to mention, an uplifting effect on participants and potential Kiwanis Family members.

Exhibit B: Organize a carnival for Eliminate. Bring together the local kids and adults alike of the community through fun activities like Face Painting, Bean Bag Toss, food, and other carnival-like activities. Charge money for tickets to do these activities, and you might be surprised at how great the turnout can be! For a real life example? See page 18 for division highlights (Div. 20B)

Exhibit C: other fundraiser ideas courtesy of our international trustee Cecelia Ferguson: S’mores Night!

- Set up a space at a school event to sell s’mores for a small price

Balloon Grams

- Deliver balloons for any occasion- Valentine’s Day, birthdays, etc.

- charge about $2 for each - Attach a note and have

them delivered to class Tape a Teacher to a Wall

- Have some well known, “popular” teachers participate

- Sell a large piece of duct tape for a $1

- Begin using the pieces of tape sold to tape a teacher to the wall, a few inches off the ground

Doughnut Eating Contest

- Have people sign up to participate and charge a fee

The Eliminate SLP Committee informed us that Capital currently ranks 4th place out of 33 Districts under Key Club International with respect to the amount of money raised per member to aid the Eliminate Project.

FYI: Our goal was to raise $5.40 per

member in the Capital District in order to

battle maternal and neonatal tetanus by

helping save 3 lives. We are 30% there!

Keep pushing and hopefully we can

reach our goal by July, 2013!

What can Key Clubbers do to battle this terrible

disease? Raise money, but also raise awareness. Next

time someone asks what MNT is, take 5 minutes to

explain and spread the love.

Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus: n. a monster that has killed a baby already by

the time you finish reading this page; can be cured with $1.80 vaccine; needs to

be Eliminated by Kiwanis and its SLPs by 2015.

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Hey Key Clubbers, The Capital District Convention is

right around the corner! Starting Friday, March 8th, hundreds of Key Club members from Maryland, Virginia, Delaware, and the District of Columbia will “swing into service” for a fun-filled, jam-packed, service-oriented weekend.

For me, DCON holds special meaning. I joined Key Club relatively late, in my sophomore year. I did not really understand how large the organization was in scope, how many people were involved with it, and how many opportunities there were to become one of the leaders at its heart. My first DCON changed all of that—it was the most pivotal moment of my Key Club experience, allowing Key Club to truly come to life for me. Seeing other members cheer in the general session, applaud wildly for their clubs during the awards ceremony, and have such infectious enthusiasm for service painted the organization in a dynamic and extremely fun light. It was there that I knew I wanted to become part of Key Club as opposed to any other service organization, due to the friendly and passionate vibe that it continuously cultivates.

I left that DCON feeling motivated, and discovered a newfound passion for community service and working with

others to make a difference. And, the fantastic experience I had had with the district during my first convention gave me the push and the confidence I needed to ultimately run for the District Secretary position the following year.

The District Secretary is the central link between International, the Capital District, and the local clubs,

communicating with all three of these levels to ensure that everyone operates as a cohesive whole. I take minutes during the board meetings, compile a club officer directory, review the Lieutenant Governors’ monthly

reports and newsletters, and do anything else to help the district stay organized and on top of its records.

My overarching advice for anybody seeking a district office is to truly showcase your passion for Key Club: if that energy shines through, you will become much more relaxed and much more confident. I would also advise elected district officers to attend every event and travel as much as possible, because you meet the most amazing people that way!

Thanks for all your hard work this year Key Clubbers, and I hope to see all of you celebrate that at this year’s DCON!

Maddie Mitchell

Secretary’s Message Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

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Here’s a Post Card From:

The 2013 dates:

Key Leader Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

Ask any past Key Leader attendee in the Capital District.

They will tell you one of two things. Either 1: “I loved Key Leader”, or 2: “One of the best weekends of my life.”

So what are you waiting for?

If you take advantage of everything that is offered to you during a Key Leader weekend, you will no doubt

become more confident, a better leader, and a more caring individual. For years, Key Leader has served as a

weekend youth engagement and empowerment seminar for high school students across the United States.

Attendees do not have to be in Key Club, but we hope they consider joining after coming to Key Leader!

Bring a friend and sign up for the Capital District 2013 dates:

Spring #1: April 19-21, 2013 – Jamestown 4-H Educational Center, Williamsburg, VA

Spring #2: May 17-19, 2013 – New MD Camp! West River Center, West River, MD

Fall #3: October 18-20, 2013 – Northern VA 4-H Camp, Front Royal, VA If your friend doesn’t want to come, don’t worry; you’ll meet tons at Key Leader!!

Search us on

Facebook:

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Key Leader

Subscribe to

CapitalKeyLeader

on YouTube for

videos and

testimonials from

past Key Leader

weekends.

Sign up at:

key-leader.org

Contact District

Chair:

Jeffrey Wolff

Jeffrey@wolff.net

703-615-4477

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Hey Capital Crabs!

Raise your pincers in the air high, because the annual District Convention is

about to roll around (specifically March 8-10th)!!

Convention is very much an intellectual gathering as it is a celebration of merits

and a happy conclusion to a wonderful Key Club year. At the convention, we

share service project ideas, elect district officers, listen to a guest speaker,

watch talent performances, present prestigious awards, and have two dances!

I would say DCON is for all Key Clubbers, from the remotely interested to the

actively involved.

Here’s a window of information regarding convention highlights: For one,

multiple talent acts will perform on Saturday night’s banquet, on stage, live, in

front of nearly two thousand Key Club members! Do you have a neat skill that

you’ve always wanted to show off? Be it break-dancing, classical music, a

cappella, or poem composition, registration for auditions take place on Friday

of Convention during sign-in. Actual audition will occur early Saturday

afternoon. For another, Saturday afternoon will also offer an oratorical and an

essay contest, though you can’t attend both. There are so many opportunities

to be recognized for your abilities, but the real question is, “How will you

combine your talents with service?”

For those of us having pre-DCON-district-office-candidacy stress, I strongly

urge that you not be overly concerned with running for office; in other words,

don’t forget to have immense amounts of fun at DCON! To potential District

Treasurers, this upcoming election MAY be the last year for which the Treasurer

position will exist. If the House of Delegates decides to pass the proposed bylaw

amendment, in subsequent years, the position of Secretary will become

Secretary-Treasurer, combining the duties of the two. The role of treasurer is

largely centered on dues. Perhaps the most critical part of the position comes in

the first few months of the year. Informing clubs how to submit dues through the

Membership Update Center is critical to funding the district, allowing clubs to

participate in district events, and recognizing the club members. Periodically,

as a member of the executive board, the Treasurer will help the governor

maintain contact with the Lieutenant Governors about their respective

divisions. In addition, notifying Lt. Governors of their clubs’ paid statuses is

carried out immediately following the dues deadline. Finally, a Treasurer may

further assist his/her district by sending helpful newsletters each month.

I look forward to meeting you all at DCON 2013! See you there!

Yours in Service,

Hanwen Liu

Treasurer’s Message Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

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“Super K!” –Sounds like a super hero’s name, am I right?

Well, that is exactly what it is – Super K is to the rescue of the suffering children all around the world and

needs your help! I am sure that you have heard about this exciting endeavor from your outstanding

Lieutenant Governor, but to reiterate because it is such a great project, Super K! is an effort to expand the

Kiwanis Family throughout the entire Capital District of Kiwanis.

Did you know that the Capital District of Kiwanis Family consists of K-Kids Clubs (elementary school

age), Builders Clubs (middle school age), Key Clubs (high school age – that’s us!), Circle K Clubs (college

age), Aktion Clubs (adults with disabilities) and Kiwanis (adults)? Therefore, anyone can join in on the joy

shared in serving others! You know what that means! Encourage everyone you know to consider joining

their Kiwanis Family branch – the more the merrier!

Speaking of merriment, working together with different branches of the Kiwanis Family is a fun and

rewarding experience, for you are able to learn and grow from individuals that may be very different in

age from you but still have a passion for serving others and making the world a better place to live. In that

way, we are all connected. One can make a difference, but many can make a huge difference.

Encourage your Lieutenant Governor to begin a “Kiwanis Family Committee” within your division that

meets on a regular basis with the goal of reaching out to students and adults that have not had the

opportunity to be exposed to what Key Club, or other Kiwanis Family branches are all about. Create flyers,

contact school administrators, and get the word out on projects and what we stand for. It could change

so many lives for the better!

In the summertime, when Key Club activities tend to be rather scarce, initiate a Kiwanis Family Community

Outreach Picnic in which you invite members of the community to learn about the Kiwanis Family with

food, games, water activities, music, dancing and more (remember to include a fun service project, too,

like beautifying a state park or having a beach clean-up)! The possibilities are endless!

I hope that during your time in Key Club, you have discovered that Key Club truly is a family for you.

Please know that you have unwavering support and unconditional love from all of us, now and always.

Here is to expanding this light to others – start the magic today in the life of another! Be active in your

Kiwanis Family and make our hero “Super-K!” proud!

K-Family Relations Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

Though Governor Bowden’s term is almost ending, his Governor’s Project: Super-K

can still be incorporated into our Key Club activities by increasing K-Family

relations. Read to find out what LTG 22B: Caroline Brigham has to say about

connecting with other branches of Kiwanis.

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Preferred Charities Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

March of Dimes is a non-profit organization that works to improve the health of mothers and babies. It was established by former President Franklin D. Roosevelt to battle polio. The March of Dimes is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. A subset of March of Dimes is March for Babies. Contributing to either March of Dimes or March for Babies is very simple. One way is creating making a fundraiser at your school then registering and donating the money online. Another way of raising money is to sign up for the walk for March of Babies this year.

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International Trustee’s Message Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

The Inside Scoop on District Convention!

By: Cecelia Ferguson, International Trustee

District Convention is eye opening, exhilarating, and an indescribably life changing event! It

is an event that I count down for all year long. It is a party, gathering, and celebration of Key

Clubbers from all over Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and the District of Colombia. At this

gathering important business is conducted, including the election and endorsement of the new

executive and international leaders of our organization. The future of our organization is placed in

your hands when you vote for our future executive officers and endorse the new international

officers. You will meet new friends from around the district and your perspective on service and

what you can accomplish alone will change when you get the chance to be around so many

passionate members who care about the very same goals and aspirations because you will

realize you are not alone.

There are 260,000 plus members who are fighting for the same cause you are- service. You will

see what other clubs in the district are doing and your home club will be given new service

project opportunities to shine. There will also be informative workshops that will give you as well as

other members and officers from around the district the leadership tools and skills to better serve

their clubs, schools, and communities. You will learn ways to strengthen your clubs, recruit new

members, and retain them. In addition to meeting new key club friends from all over the district

you will also be given the chance to meet friends from outside of the “Key Club” branch, you will

learn about the Kiwanis Family and the other branches that make up the amazing and inclusive

Kiwanis Family. You will also be recognized for a hard year’s work with pins, badges, patches,

trophies, certificates, and scholarships! You will be inspired by listening to a professional keynote

speaker and be entertained by professional entertainment. District Convention will fire up

members and get new members excited about getting more involved in Key Club. District

Convention celebrates a great and unforgettable year of service with friends and fellow servant

leaders! Yours in service,

Cecelia Ferguson

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Mark Your Calendars: ICON 2013 Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

A sample testimonial: “Last summer, I attended ICON in Florida and it was a blast! Florida was a

great place to enjoy the convention. With all the amusement parks and shopping boutiques, it was

hard not to enjoy yourself there. ICON was such an enjoyable experience not just because of the

location but because of the massive amounts of Key Clubbers that came to show they love to serve. I

learned so much about Key Club that I thought it impossible not for people to be a part of this great

organization. It’s so great to attend because of the people you encounter. ICON is for the whole Key

Club International family so there are young people coming from all around, whether it was Canada,

California, or even Jamaica! There were Key Clubbers coming from everywhere all having one

common interest at heart: to serve the community. That’s what ICON is all about ultimately. It brings in

all the Key Club Districts and gives us a chance to all connect and enjoy one another’s company.

This year, Washington D.C., will have the same effect! For one, it’s Washington D.C., the capital of

the United States! This place is full of historical monuments, amazing museums, and a lot of art galleries.

But also, it’s a great place to have ICON because of the bonding atmosphere it gives off. Being in D.C.

just one day makes you want to stay forever, so think about being there for one whole week!

Washington D.C. is a great place with many tourist attractions; I just hope it can handle the excessive

amount of Key Club spirit ICON will bring!”

-Julia Fudge, LTG. Div. 13 :]

July 2nd-8th, 2013 in Washington D.C. Be there or be square.

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Money is a hot commodity, and more it more it seems to be an integral part of life. Not that money is all that matters in life, but it really does help us in our service and educational pursuits. Before I go into the details involving the Youth Opportunities Fund, let me tell a story of where money could have helped my club. It was a cold day and as a club we decided a great service project would be to hold CARITAS in a local church. CARITAS is a program where homeless men and women are brought into churches. They come in, receive a meal and are given a bed with as safe place to rest. The church and our club provided that food that would be served, from there the issues began. We did not have the funds to buy enough food meaning some people would have smaller portions and worse some people might be turned away. From then on my club has be conscientious in our use of money to make sure that never is someone left in the dust. This said the You Opportunities Fund is a fantastic opportunity for not just clubs, but also individual key clubbers. Now my little experience with helping the homeless in the area may not be big enough for this grant, but I recognize that many clubs in the district have huge projects that cost thousands of dollars. In the past the money has gone towards helping at orphanages, helping to get books to illiterate children, and even to help build a playground. These funds awarded are yours to use in helping the community. Funds awarded range from $100 all the way to $2000, and are awarded based on several criteria. You must have not only a project in mind, but also a plan of how to do it. A budget needs to be formed, and no detail can be left out. Money is in demand so be as careful as you can be when filling out the free form. Research what the larger impact of this project will be, be sure to elaborate on this. With these funds you can make a more substantial change in your community, so do not hesitate to fill out the application for next year. Annually it is due on October fifteenth. For more information on how an endowment works, and for the application form, go to http://www.keyclub.org/service/fund/yof/yofgrant.aspx. Here you can also find examples of past recipients of this aid. Good luck with your application process!

Jacob Courington, Div. 18 LTG

“Youth Opportunities Fund- Helping Key Clubs Serve the World”

The Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF) is an endowed fund for Key Club International held in the

Kiwanis International Foundation.

YOF

Youth Opportunities Fund Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

**An annual Division 12 project: Grassroots Soccer, received a

YOF worth $500 this year to go towards the project. They

testified that the application was fairly simple and

straightforward and was definitely worth an investment**

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Featured Key Clubbers Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

The last 2 Featured Key Clubbers who demonstrate the core values of Key Club of the

2012-2013 Key Club year are:

Claudia Mui: President

North County High School Key Club

from Div. 14

Amanda Ortiz: (Editor)

Huntingtown High School Key Club

from Div. 22A

Besides exhibiting the leadership and

commitment it takes to drive a project

like this forward, she is a genuinely

pleasant person, student, and Key

Clubber and who will surely be a

successful President next year.”

-Garrett Lundegard, LTG 22A

“Amanda Ortiz is a junior at Huntingtown High School, where

she is the Editor for her school's Key Club. Amanda has risen

beyond what is expected of a Key Clubber this year in

engineering the idea for a day-long concert in memory of a

beloved teacher at HHS who passed away last year.

Both Key Clubbers

were nominated

by their Lieutenant

Governors for an

Outstanding

Officer Award in

their respective

positions!

A student who is not only charismatic and

altruistic, but also a bright leader is hard

to come by; however, when I hear those

words, the first person who comes to

mind is North County Key Club's

President, Claudia Mui. She is

hardworking, organized, and very

efficient with whatever she does.

Although she is involved in many things,

she never hesitates to put Key Club as

her highest priority. She is not only a

great leader but a wonderful friend too.

Yeah I just kind of put a bunch of

sentences together. It's not the best well

constructed thing I've written but I hope

that'll do!

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Division Highlights Volume 57, Issue 4, February 2013

Division 20B recently held a

CARNIVAL: Dream to Eliminate. This

fun fundraising event brought

families and kids together in

Northern Virginia and raised around

$2160 for the Eliminate Project.

Good job Division 20B!

Picture above: Division 20B Key

Clubbers

Picture below: Some District Board

Members and International Trustee

Yein Ha at this Carnival event.

Wilmington, DE

ST. MARK'S KEY CLUB OF DE PREPARES FOR THEIR LARGEST

FUNDRAISER (pictured below)

Key Clubbers from St. Mark's HS, Newark, DE recently assembled to

prepare for their Annual Key Club Variety Show at the high

school. Proceeds will go to Kiwanis International's ELIMINATE Project. At

63 members strong this group of future leaders already have collected

$350 for ELIMINATE last month. This month they will volunteer at a "Pancake

House" fundraiser and are headed to Baltimore for DCON in

March!! "Tomorrow is in the hands of today's youths"

Division 2B held a creative Zumba

fundraiser to raise over $1000 for

Elminate!

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Hello Capital District!

I hope you all have had a good school year so far! Can you believe it’s

almost District Convention (DCON) time again? I hope you all are just as excited

for DCON as I am. The District Board has been working extremely hard to make this

a fun and educational weekend for everyone! The theme for DCON is “Swing into

Service,” which is a jungle theme. There will be four general sessions, many

workshops, two dances, a service fair, caucusing for candidates seeking District

Office, and House of Delegates to elect District Officers and vote on amendments!

Key Club International President Rebecca Riley and our International Trustee

Cecelia Ferguson and another International Trustee Yein Ha will also be at DCON

2013! DCON is sure to be a fun, educational, and amazing weekend so I hope to

see you there! Get ready to “Swing into Service March 8th-10th, 2013!

As District Webmaster, My job is to maintain the District website, the District

Facebook page, the District Twitter page, and serve on the Communications

Committee. My term as District Webmaster has been amazing I have met so many

amazing friends and made so many great memories; I highly suggest you apply

for this position. The position of District Webmaster is different in the fact that it is not

elected at DCON; instead you apply after DCON and then the District Governor

will appoint someone to fill the position. If anyone has questions about the District

Webmaster position and applying, please feel free to email me at

fore.cory22@gmail.com as I would be happy to answer any questions.

Keep up all the great service your clubs have been doing to better your

homes, schools, and communities and finish this Key Club year strong. See you

soon for District Convention 2013!

Yours in Service and Friendship,

Cory Fore

Capital District Webmaster

Webmaster’s Message Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

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District Contacts:

Governor-

Bowden Saunders

bosun20@gmail.com

Secretary-

Maddie Mitchell

maddiemitchell95@

gmail.com

Treasurer-

Hanwen Liu

liu_hanwen@yahoo.com

Editor-

Minwei Cao

minweicao@hotmail.com

International Trustee-

Cecelia Ferguson

trusteecece@

floridakeyclub.com

District Administrator-

Joe Stankus

804-564-5668

stanitec@verizon.net

Assistant District

Administrator-

Nicole McDermott

nicmcd@gmail.com

Thanks for a great year,

Capital! We can’t wait to

see you at DCON, ICON,

and Key Leader!

Extra! Extra! Volume 57, Issue 4, Feb/Mar 2013

A Message for Div. 16 from Div. 16 LTG: Jordan Berger

Division 16 has been doing more than its fair share of community

service in the Capital District! In the past few months we’ve helped with homeless

feedings, road clean ups, fundraising, and so much more! Division 16’s clubs are

working together more and more often in all these service projects. Many clubs in

Div. 16 showed up to a nearby Food Lion with the Virginia Beach Kiwanis Club

to buy food for families that can’t afford a decent meal, and also delivered it

personally! Homelessness is the big focus in Division 16, so many of our Key

Clubs commit to service projects to help those who can’t afford common things

we take for granted. These past few months, Division 16 has been doing terrific

work! Keep it up D16!!

Are you creative?

Have you always loved designing?

Design the next Key Club T-Shirt!

Find the rules and information at:

keyclub.org/kcn/13-01-10/KC_Tee.aspx

For ideas: look up http://search.creativecommons.org.

“The DCON and ICON 2013 Oratorical Contest topic is:

“How Do People Know You Are a Key Clubber?”

Polish those public speaking skills and seek to inspire!

We look forward to hearing your voices at DCON.

Don’t forget to enter the variety of other contests like

the Essay Contest and the Talent Show!”

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