Capital Key August Edition

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CAPITAL KEY

August 2011 Volume 1 | Issue 1

Official Newsletter of Key Club Capital District

K E Y C L U B ®

Capital Key Newsletter

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Photo Credit: Lynn Seeden

Awards

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Winter Social

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District Goals

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Winter Social

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District Goals

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Committee Chairs

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Hey guys! Let me start off by introducing myself, I am Pat Mitchell

and I want to also thank all of you that got me to this point by voting

for me as your 2011-2012 Capital District Editor! I hope you all are

enjoying the rest of your summer and gearing up for a new school

year. This is my first edition of the Capital Key Newsletter for my term

and I hope you all benefit from it! If you ever want to contact me,

feel free to check the contact information on page 18. Enjoy!

A few Capital Key Clubbers

enjoying their time and stay in

Phoenix, Arizona for the 2011

International Convention.


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DCON RECAP

In this issue!

Editor’s Message….....…...1

DCON Recap………..……2

Governor’s Message…....3

Division 9 Spotlight…...…..4

District Project.………........5

Treasurer’s Message...…...6

Fall Rally Promo……..….....7

Kiwanis Key Leader…..…..8

Trustee Message…….……9

Governor’s Project…..…10

Youth Opp. Fund…......…11

Division 14 Highlights....... 12

Secretary’s Message...…13

Major Emphasis………….14

ICON Recap………......…15

Awards/Recognition...…16

More Pictures…………….17

Contact Info/Extra…...…18

District Convention, more commonly referred to as “DCON”,

is always the highlight of the Key Club year. And this year’s

Capital District Convention was no exception. It brought

together Key Clubbers from all across our District, spanning

from Virginia to Maryland to Delaware, and gave them a

chance to forge lasting relationships and to gain new ideas

for their home Key Club and service endeavors. Held at the

Crystal City Hyatt, the second Capital District Convention

was a complete success. With a sports-related theme of

“Serve It Up”, over 900 Key Clubbers attended this 2011 year.

From workshops to guest speakers, and even an outstanding

dance to benefit the newly introduced Eliminate Project,

Key Clubbers were always doing something exciting. The

Service Fair allowed Key Clubbers to share their favorite

ideas and projects from their school and swap with other

schools in return.

The key note speaker, Craig Melvin, a news anchor and past

Key Clubber, also motivated many as he told of his own

experiences in the Kiwanis family! DCON was also the time

for district officer elections and inductions. It was a week full

of fun, creativity, laughing, and of course, service. Attending

DCON was an amazing experience for all and we hope to

see everyone this upcoming year as we celebrate another

great year in Capital District Key Club.

SAVE THE DATE! DCON 2012, March 9-11

hairsSEE YOU ALL THERE :)4

Capital District Board 2010-2011

Awards……………………2

Winter Social………….......3

District Goals……………...4

Winter Social……………...3

District Goals……………..4

Committee Chairs………4


Committee Chairs… ……4


District Goals……….. ……4


Committee Chairs……....4



IP Editor Rebecca & Governor Caroline
















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To start, I want to introduce myself to the entire district. My name is Caroline Morris and I will be

the Governor of the Capital District for the upcoming 2011-2012 school year. I am a rising senior

at James Monroe High School in Virginia. In my free time I enjoy running track and cross country,

swimming, travelling, and trying new foods.

This summer I have travelled around the United States from Phoenix, Arizona where International

Convention was held and I spent a phenomenal week with 2,000 other key clubbers. This was

an unimaginable experience that I recommend to everyone; join me next year in Orlando

Florida for International Convention 2012. Next, I was off to Indianapolis, Indiana where I met our

new international trustee, Kayla Lash. I am confident that she will be an incredible and

productive addition to the Capital District Key Club family and I cannot wait to see what this

year will include with her by our side.

An event that I have been anticipating for months is the annual Fall Rally at Kings Dominion in

Doswell, Virginia on October 22, 2011. This is a day that combines fun and service while meeting

new people from all around the Capital District. I am looking forward to this event and I hope to

see all of you there! In the upcoming months I will be sending out a newsletter called the Key

Club Bulletin, in it I will include project ideas, event dates, and many other useful tips to help

build your key clubs. I hope that I can serve all of you to the best of my ability and I look forward

to a fantastic year of service from the Capital District. Keep up all of your hard work!

Caroline Morris

Capital District Key Club Governor

GOVERNOR’S MESSAGE

As the school year begins there are many things that we all have to look forward to. The Capital

District has many wonderful events planned for the 2011-2012 school year to be excited for and

I personally cannot wait to see all of the enthusiastic Capital Key Club Crabs participate. This

year I plan on increasing membership throughout the district, as well as having more

participation and better attendance at all of our district events throughout the entire year. I

also wish to travel around the district and get to know each one of you, if you are having an

event or service project please extend an invitation to your divisional lieutenant governor and

they will in turn hopefully invite me and I can join in on the fun and service.

Governor Caroline & Outgoing International President




Hello Capital District Key Clubbers!
















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DIVISION 9 SPOTLIGHT

Just because it is summer break, doesn't mean Division 9 takes a break from Key Club! Clubs in Division 9 have been holding Alex's Lemonade Stands, a foundation started by a little girl named Alex Scott, to raise money to find a cure for children with cancer. Francis Scott Key's Key Club held a Lemonade Stand on June 11th. After President Josie Grant got in contact with the foundation, she told her club, "I received a box from Alex's Lemonade Stand with some awesome signs, bracelets, info packets, and coupons". Their lemonade stand was successful, raising $95.22.

Linganore High School also held a Lemonade Stand on July 24th. Over ten members gathered outside a local grocery store in the 95 degree heat with the determination to make a difference. President, Alex Richardson, explained that he heard about Alex's Lemonade Stand at Key Leader. Linganore asked for donations, and had no set price for the lemonade. Linganore raised an outstanding $334. Club member, Kyle Healy, explained, "My favorite part was seeing people want to donate and want to help, even if they didn't want lemonade" Key Clubbers were amazed by the donations they received. Some people donated $20 for a plastic cup filled with ice cold lemonade, as well as the pride of knowing that they can help end childhood cancer. One family stopped by at the lemonade stand, and explained how they held a lemonade stand and raised $820 in memory of McKenzie Stuck, a 13 year old local girl who passed away from Brain Cancer in October.

Other clubs in Division 9 are planning to hold an Alex's Lemonade Stand, including Walkersville High School which will hold a lemonade stand at their school's football game in the fall. Little things can make a difference, what will you do? Visit http://www.alexslemonade.org/ for more information, and plan your own lemonade stand!

http://www.alexslemonade.org/

DISTRICT PROJECT


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This year the Capital District is tackling maternal and neonatal tetanus as our

District Project. The Eliminate Project is the Kiwanis elimination of maternal and

neonatal tetanus (MNT), a terrible, destructive disease. MNT occurs during

childbirth when unskilled birth attendants cut the umbilical cord with an unclean

blade. The soil on the blade and surrounding areas are full of tetanus spores which in

turn infect the cord. Tetanus spreads throughout the newborn’s body and leads to

painful convulsions, spasms, extreme sensitivity to light and touch, and difficulty

breathing leading to death. Mothers and their babies suffer immensely from maternal

and neonatal tetanus, as it causes not only pain for the baby, but pain for everyone

watching. A mother cannot even touch her newborn baby the few days they are alive

due to their extreme sensitivity to light and touch. One touch from the mother would

cause the baby tremendous pain preventing the mother from comforting her baby

through their time of pain. This pain and suffering is completely preventable. One

baby dies every 9 minutes from tetanus which totals to an average of 160 deaths a

day. It takes only 3 doses of the tetanus vaccine to immunize the mother and her

future babies from tetanus. Once a mother is vaccinated all her future children will

be protected from the killer disease. It only cost $1.80 to protect the mother and her

babies, $1.80 to save multiple people from suffering. In order for the Eliminate

Project to succeed, the Kiwanis family has partnered with UNICEF to raise 110

million dollars by 2015. This money will provide vaccines, syringes, safe transport,

storage, education, and lots of training.

This year, being the first, should be focused on the education of members and

people within the community. Allow everyone to understand how hard tetanus is on

families in harsh living conditions. Begin to plan fundraisers, and broaden support

from your club and community. There is a lot we as a family can do to save so many

innocent babies lives. With the Eliminate Project, we will save 61 million mothers

and babies. The Kiwanis family eliminated iodine deficiency disorder, a preventable

disease in 1994, and we can do it again in 2015 with Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus.

This is our chance to change the world! Let's save the valuable connection between a

mother and her baby!

For more information, ideas, and updates on the Eliminate

Project you can visit: www.EliminateProject.org


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TREASURER’S MESSAGE

Greetings Capital Key Clubbers! My name is Richard Gallo and I am your District Treasurer for this

year. I had the opportunity to meet a lot of you at DCON and hope to see a lot of familiar faces

as well as new ones at upcoming events. I am always up for a good conversation so please do

not hesitate to talk to me at an event, or even email or call if you need anything at all. I am so

excited for the year ahead of us, and have been keeping myself busy thus far.

This summer, I have been all over the country for different events, but most importantly –

International Convention. That was an unforgettable experience and I hope to see you all there

next year. When I wasn’t travelling, I was at home in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware working at

Funland (an amusement park on the boardwalk) and Nike Factory Store in the outlets. I know

I’ve been keeping myself busy as well with community service. My favorite one this summer

would have to be “Bike to the Beach.” Bikers come all the way from DC to Dewey Beach and

there’s a huge celebration at the end. I manned the dunk booth, and even got to go in it. It was

a lot of fun and although it was free at this event, it could be a huge money maker for any event

considering the interest. It was from Grand Rental Station, and a fun time, especially for the

bikers who were exhausted!

Being treasurer, my duties don’t really keep me as busy until the school year starts and due

collection begins. However, I have been making newsletters for the board – Treasurers’ Troves –

and have been asking them to share with you guys. I hope you have had the opportunity to

read it and share my experiences. Also, lieutenant governors have been planning their DCMs

and have had to get reimbursed for the materials used at these events so I’ve been keeping

track of that as well. So what do you have to look forward to this year? Treasurers’ Tips – an

exclusive newsletter for treasurers starting in August! Due collection – remember if you want to be

recognized at DCON and make things easier on your club, early bird dues are due on or before

November 1st.

Can’t wait for the year ahead of us,

Your Capital District Treasurer,

Richard Gallo

Email: [email protected]


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If you are looking to ride roller coasters, do an awesome service project, kick off Halloween with a bang, meet new friends, or reunite with old friends then Fall Rally is the place to be. Join Capital District Key Club for a screaming good time at King’s Dominion on October 22nd. Come with your Key Club, your friends at school, or your family! This event is not limited to Key Clubbers. We will begin the day with a rally and service project, followed by lunch in one of the park’s group pavilions. During this time each attendee will receive a Fall Rally t-shirt that is included in the ticket price and have the opportunity to meet Key Clubbers from other divisions. After lunch the day is free for exploring the park with friends and riding rides!

If you are interested in attending Fall Rally, contact your Lieutenant Governor about registration forms or visit our Facebook page ‘Capital District Key Club Fall Rally’. If you have additional questions, comments, or concerns please contact Carter Black, Lieutenant Governor for Division 19! Here is her email: [email protected]. Check out the Fall Rally Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=184318188284661.

FALL RALLY PROMOTION

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=184318188284661


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ATTENTION 2011 KEY LEADER ATTENDEES! Did you attend one of the two Spring 2011 Key Leader weekends with the inspirational Jane Erickson? If yes, are you also attending our reunion follow-up event on Monday, August 22, in Northern Virginia? We hope to see you there! Come and leave your handprint on another meaningful event. We will refresh on Key Leader values as well as our own. Here are the details: Monday, August 22, 10AM-3PM, at Pinecrest School, 7209 Quiet Cove, Annandale, VA 22003. If you are attending, please email Ms. McDermott to let her know at [email protected] or leave a note on the Capital District Key Leader Facebook page. We are excited and hope as many students who attended the 2011 events can be part of this special event on Monday, August 22. Please RSVP as soon as possible so we can plan for materials and supplies.

SAVE THE DATES Key Leader is Kiwanis' weekend leadership education program for high school students. The weekend focuses on service leadership and five principles: excellence, integrity, growth, respect, and community. In 2012, the Capital District will have three Key Leader weekends - make plans now to be there for one of them. It is an unforgettable experience that will help you grow as a leader and a human being!

2012 Key Leader Weekends: April 27-29, 2012 - Arlington Echo in Millersville, MD May 18-20, 2012 - Jamestown 4-H in Williamsburg, VA

November 9-11, 2012 - Northern Virginia 4-H in Front Royal, VA

KIWANIS KEY LEADER


Hey everyone! My name is Kayla Lash and I am your International Trustee for the 2011-

2012 year! I am looking forward to a year of leadership, fun, and service. Key Club is an

organization that enriches its members, and more people need to experience that. Being in

Key Club changed my life. It made me a leader when I never thought I could be. It brought

out my voice when I was quiet. I want others to have the life-changing experience that is

Key Club, so that is what this year is dedicated to.

My two main goals are to generate involvement and to increase membership. By

using Key Leader to attract new members, chartering K-Kids and Builders Clubs, and

connecting with Key Club Alumni, I hope to attract more people to our organization. By

creating scholarships, installing the Key Club Commonplace, and providing fundraising

updates on ELIMINATE, I hope to inspire those members to do more to change their world

and to grow as individuals. If you any questions for me, please email me at

[email protected]. I look forward to hearing from you!

Yours in Service,


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TRUSTEE MESSAGE

My Contact Information!

Kayla Lash

Key Club International Trustee Email: [email protected]

Capital District’s 2011-2012 International Trustee



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GOVERNOR’S PROJECT

The American Red Cross is an emergency

respond organization that has responded to many

natural disasters, in addition to international relief,

community service to benefit those in need, support for

the military, collection and distribution of blood, and

the education of health and safety programs. With

support of dedicated citizens, the American Red Cross

makes a difference in countless lives at home and across

the world. You can make a difference in someone’s life

by supporting the Red Cross. Capital District Key Club’s

Governor, Caroline Morris, has chosen the American

Red Cross as the Governor’s Project for the 2011-2012

Key Club Year.

Anyone can make a difference with the

American Red Cross, through a variety of service

projects. Let your creativity shine and have fun while

helping to make the world a better place! Hold a blood

drive at your school or community, and team up with

your local Kiwanis club or other clubs in your school for

support. Have a drive to collect supplies to help with

international relief, or any of the other disaster relief

efforts. Your club could even do something as simple as

collect money to help benefit the American Red Cross.

There are many ways to make this possible, even having

each homeroom or class collect the most change.

Remember; every penny counts. Some clubs might prefer

to volunteer at their local Red Cross chapter. With

about thirty American Red Cross chapters in the Capital

District, there is bound to be one near your school! If

you don’t have one close to your school, you can collect

supplies and money and mail donations to the nearest

chapter.

For more information, you can visit the

American Red Cross’s website at www.redcross.org, or

call 1-800-REDCROSS (1-800-733-2767). Remember,

anyone can make a difference, so why not start today?

http://www.redcross.org/

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The Youth Opportunities Fund is an endowed fund from Key Club International that provides grants to both

Key Clubs and Key Club members for service opportunities. The fund supports multiple projects each year, with grants

ranging from $100 to a solid $2,000. It also provides academic scholarships for students pursuing a higher education.

Where does this funding come from, you might ask? A portion of our dues, as well as earnings from the purchase of G.

Harold Martin Fellowships compose the majority of money that the Fund receives and donates.

In terms of effort and support, a little goes a long way. Not too long ago, Cy-Fair High School Key Clubbers

from Cypress, Texas requested a grant from the Youth Opportunities Fund in order to carry out a Care Tapes for Tots

Reading Program for elementary schools in their area. Using a $550 grant provided by the Youth Opportunities Fund,

Cy-Fair High School Key Clubbers bought, read, and recorded several books onto cassette tapes, which were then

bagged and delivered to the libraries of their local elementary schools. Elsewhere, in Brockton, Massachusetts,

Brockton High School Key Clubbers used their $2,000 grant to purchase playground equipment for their local

elementary school. In addition to doing their own long-term fundraising, Key Clubbers worked hard to get corporate

sponsors for their project.

So, exactly how big is Key Club International? I’ve got one answer for you -- bigger than you’ll ever imagine.

The Youth Opportunities Fund allows Key Clubbers to take action and assists clubs in implementing far reaching

service projects. Take a second look at your environment: your home, your school, and your community. What

problems need to be addressed? And more importantly, how can you help? In order to qualify for a YOF grant,

interested Key Clubs and Key Clubbers must fill out a two page application and submit it to Key Club International by

October 15th. The application is available on http://keyclub.org/ under ‘Resources.’ If you’ve got a plan, Key Club

International would love to hear it!

http://keyclub.org/

On Sunday June 5, 2011, a group of Key Clubbers from

North County High School painted the shed for Dr.

Wegner, a teacher at the school. A few months earlier,

her husband had committed suicide in the shed. She had

been unable to look at it or go anywhere near the shed

since that time and she wanted the shed re-painted; to

help hide the memory of that tragic day. Around ten Key

Club members re-painted the shed, and also did some

light yard work such as planting a garden for Dr.

Wegner. The project was completely organized by one

Key Club member named Tristan Adams, a student of

Dr. Wegner, who was touched by her teaching and

compassion for students and wanted to help her

overcome this tragedy. This is one of the most successful

and heartwarming projects this club has ever done.


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A couple weekends ago on Saturday July 23 and Sunday

July 24, North County High School held a face

painting/balloon animal fundraiser at Arundel Mills Mall

in Hanover, MD. These Key Clubbers painted a

multitude of different designs for the kids, while others

made balloon animals as the kids waited in line. The

entire event was provided free of charge, and the club

only accepted donations. Five Key Club members

volunteered over 20 hours of service that weekend and

raised nearly 300 dollars for their club. It was one of the

most thriving fundraisers ever and it will definitely be one

to do again in the future.

Shed Painting

Face Painting Fundraiser

DIVISION 14 HIGHLIGHTS

SECRETARY’S MESSAGE


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Hey there Capital District Key Clubbers!

Can you believe this summer is almost over?

Sorry for reminding those of you (myself

included, I must admit) who are simply trying

to relax as much as possible over this well-

deserved break, but last weekend when I

reflected back, it was shocking to realize how

fast time is passing us by. Of course that

would include, staying active in our service as

Key Clubbers. Being in Key Club is a privilege

that doesn’t have an expiration date... So let

us all seize this privilege and take an extra

step this summer, because school may end

but service never stops.

Ever since my inauguration as secretary for

the Capital District, I’ve grown to know Key

Club on a whole new level. I’ve come to

realize that Key Club is so much more than

just a volunteering organization; it is a strong

supporting system that gives us opportunities

to pursue our passion and distinguish ourselves

as the community leaders of tomorrow. I

encourage everyone to explore deeper into

the rich resources of Key Club, which can be

as simple as chatting up your club leaders or

division Lieutenant governors. Take

advantage of the great gamut of activities

offered and if you have an idea, make sure to

speak-up! Your creativity and passion are

what keep Key Club strong and your fellows

are always waiting to hear you out.

To start off the year with a bang, please look

out for information regarding the Fall Rally, an

exciting event that will be held on October

22nd at King’s Dominion, VA! Don’t hesitate to

bring your friends because the Fall Rally is

probably one of the best ways to introduce

Key Club to them. Service can really bring

people together to form special bonds, the

instant recipe for new friends! Got an idea

too big to carry out alone? Make it a

collaborative effort with another club. The

key to success often lies in team work and

communication, so step out of your comfort

zone and explore.

As your Capital District Secretary, my job is to

ensure smooth communication and

information relay. So if you ever find yourself

having a Key Club related question, don’t

hesitate to contact me, and I’ll try my best to

help. Together we can make this new Key

Club year even better!

Chacha Wang

Capital District Secretary

MAJOR EMPHASIS

Key Club. Key Club is building their future by focusing on more than just education but

the overall good of youth around the world. Key Club began with the main purpose of

providing students with a vocational guidance program, which soon expanded into an

organization that serves homes, schools, and communities. In 1946, Key Club International

challenged all Key Clubs and members to focus energies on making an international impact.

This goal is still upheld today through the Major Emphasis program: “Children: Their Future, Our

Focus.” Each club has the flexibility to choose their own service projects because every

community and school has a different area in which they need to focus on, but they are all

asked to raise funds for the three Key Club International service partners: Children’s Miracle

Network, March of Dimes, and UNICEF. The Children’s Miracle Network raises money to benefit

hospitalized kids while increasing awareness of its member hospitals. March of Dimes improves

the health of babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth, and infant mortality. UNICEF

is dedicated to children, works to assist in children’s needs through community based services

in primary health care, basic education, and safe water and sanitation. Key Clubs can get

involved by participating in “Trick of Treat for UNICEF,” or doing a similar program in May for

March of Dimes/ March for Babies. Key Clubs can also branch off and host events to raise

money for CMN at their local children’s hospital and allow patients to be a part of the event.


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Have fun with the projects and interacting

with the children and keep in mind

“Children: Their Future, Our Focus.”

There are more service project and

fundraising ideas at:

http://keyclub.org/Libraries/Service/Guide_Key

Club_Service_Directory_-_Complete.sflb.ashx.

http://keyclub.org/Libraries/Service/Guide_KeyClub_Service_Directory_-_Complete.sflb.ashx

http://keyclub.org/Libraries/Service/Guide_KeyClub_Service_Directory_-_Complete.sflb.ashx

ICON RECAP


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For many of us, the trip started out excruciatingly early on

Monday with an arrival at the airport at 5:30 a.m. After some sleep on

the airplane, we landed in Phoenix and hopped into a van that took us

to the Desert Ridge Resort. The next morning, the Capital Crabs

journeyed to the Grand Canyon and it was breathtaking! The drive back

was filled with creative chants and cheers for our district to use at the

opening session, e.g., “these, right here, are my crabs; all the districts

hate on them daily…” A stop in Sedona for some dinner and shopping

concluded the day.

Wednesday was another relaxing day, most of which was spent

at the pool again. In the afternoon, all districts registered before Capital

went to the Hard Rock Café for dinner with the West Virginia district. The

convention started upon our return to the hotel with a “meet and greet”

session for Key Clubbers to mingle and get to know each other. Capital

walked around and sold glow bracelets to support the Eliminate project,

raising a few hundred dollars in just one night!

The opening session welcomed everyone to convention and

included keynote speaker Eric Saperston and his inspiring story of his

journey across. Following the session was caucusing for candidates

seeking positions for International offices. Our very own Alan Wang,

running for International Trustee, rocked the caucus! That evening, Key

Clubbers set out on the Eliminate Project Charity Walk to raise money

and awareness as we raised over $15,000! It was a beach party at the

Surf’s Up dance that night as everyone danced the night away.

Friday morning included tons of educational, fun workshops. The

Capital Crabs represented the Eliminate Project and sold more bracelets

while spreading the word about the best district project around at the

Service Fair! Another round of caucusing came next. Capital was very

well represented at the recognition session that night, with 8 outstanding

Lieutenant Governor awards and immediate-past governor Rachel

Slotter’s distinguished governor award. Minds were blown at the end of

the session with the extraordinary tricks of entertainer Craig Karges.

On Saturday was the House of Delegates; we voted, debated,

discussed and found out some of our new International officers: Annie

Lewandowski was elected President and Catt Lovins Vice President. The

rest of the board was announced at the closing session later that night.

Perhaps the most suspenseful moment of the whole convention

occurred when Alan Wang was called as an International Trustee!

Convention wrapped up with the rowdy cowboy dance that stretched

into the night. Not only were the Key Club activities fun, but so were the

people! Most of all, the friendships that were formed bonded our district

into a family. To all the Capital Crabs…I throw my claws up in the air

sometimes, saying ayyy-oh, we’re CAPITAL!


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AWARDS/RECOGNITION

Robert F Lucas Distinguished Lt. Governor Award Winners!

The Capital District would like to

congratulate Immediate Past Governor

Rachel Slotter as she was recognized as

a “Distinguished Governor” at this year’s

International Convention!

Here’s a special congratulations to all the Robert F Lucas Distinguished

Lieutenant Governor Award Winners in Capital District!

Nicole Tardif Division 20C Eunice Ko Division 20B

Carter Black Division 19 Shelby Smith Division 22

Caroline Morris Division 10B Kun Leng Division 12

Katie Fitzgerald Division 9 Danielle Tassara Division 23

The Capital District would also like to congratulate and

recognize a past Capital District Lieutenant Governor,

Alan Wang, as he was elected an International Trustee

for the 2011-2012 Key Club year. Good Luck Alan!!

Special shoutout to Middlesex High School, Division 4B and Varina High School, Division 4C for being recognized as Distinguished Clubs, Diamond Level at ICON! Along with that, congratulations to Osbourn High School, Division 10A for raising a substantial amount of money for March of Dimes!

International Trustee Alan Wang




Immediate Past Governor Rachel Slotter















MORE PICTURES


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CONTACT INFORMATION

Capital Executive Board

Contact Information

Caroline Morris District Governor [email protected] Richard Gallo District Treasurer [email protected] Chacha Wang District Secretary

[email protected] Patrick Mitchell District Editor [email protected]

Joe Stankus District Administrator [email protected] Nicole McDermott Assistant Administrator [email protected]

As we are gearing up for a new school year, your job is

to help promote Key Club! By designing flyers, posters, or

even videos to recruit new members you can help

spread the words about joining Key Club in your area!

Remember to always following the Graphic Standards

available on the Key Club website. Don’t forget to have

fun with your newsletters & such, it is all about enjoying

and expressing your creativity! – Your Editor: Pat Mitchell

A Message from your District Webmaster!

Hello Capital District!

My name is Gabby Cirigliano and I will be serving

as your District Webmaster for the 2011-2012 school year.

I am a rising senior at Battlefield High School in

Haymarket, VA and in addition to Key Club, I also enjoy

playing field hockey.

A new Capital District website is currently under

construction. As District Webmaster, one of my main

goals is to create a website that will serve as an

informative tool for all clubs in the Capital District. The

website will contain information about upcoming events,

highlight different clubs in our district, and will be a go-to

for all other important information. Please feel free to

contact me at [email protected]

and send stories and photos from your club events so

others can see how you are supporting your community.

I’m looking forward to hearing from you!

Gabby Cirigliano

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