The Queens Beaver - June

June 2010 Newsletter

Greetings from your Lt. Governor By Lt. Governor Christina An

Hey everyone!

The school year is almost over! However, that

does not mean, your responsibilities for Key Club

are postponed until the beginning of the new

school year. Key Club is an all year service club,

meaning you and your club still has to stay active

throughout the summer. And yes, secretaries and

Upcoming Dates

• June 24

• July 3-11

In this issue!

Greetings from LTG ………...1

Gov’s Greetings………….…2

Service Spotlight for Empire

Key…………………………….2

Executive Assistant and

Duties……………………..….2

Connecting Treasurers.........3

Connecting Secretaries…..3

Webmaster’s Message........4

International Projects

andPrograms ………………4

Keys to Education…………..5

District Projects ……………..5

Club Spotlight………………..6

Paperwork Status……………7

Contact Info………………….7

K E Y C L U B

treasurers are still responsible for MRFs and FRFs during those months, too. I

advise that you should contact some active, dedicated members or just board

members and plan a few events to do together during the summer – like cook

a meal at the Ronald McDonald House!

I plan to see everyone at our next Divisional event which is a BBQ at

Cunningham Park on June 24, 2010 at 12PM. I hope to see you all there! I’ll

also inform every one of any upcoming events then, so until then check back

on the Google group often for any updates, and have a fun and safe summer

everyone!

Upcoming Divisional Event JUNE 24, 2010 – BBQ AT CUNNINGHAM PARK

12 PM, Please bring a platter of food or five dollars to chip in!

JULY 3-11, 2010 – INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION

I will update everyone on the next Divisional meeting for July soon!

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that are calling Key Clubbers for help!

Answer their call! Get a group of

friends, volunteer together and have

some summer fun. Many people will

travel during this upcoming vacation

but before the end of the school year,

find out who is staying and exchange

contact information so you can

volunteer together. You will not only

help others but you might make a new

friend.

Since the last newsletter, the

District Board has decided on the ten

District Projects and established

the Governor’s Project. We have

also established goals for this year

that I know we will achieve.

Committees are currently working

on how to reach the goals easier

for you. They are creating future

publications just for you. Read

the articles in this issue and you

will find out the numbers we will

be reaching as well as information

on what the committees are up to.

If you are not subscribed

to the New York District website

(www.nydkc.org), what are you

waiting for? Go to the homepage

and subscribe! Encourage your Key

Club friends to subscribe as well.

It won’t take more than twenty

seconds because all you need is

your name and email address.

Alright everyone, hold on

tight. The school year is almost

over. Finish strong!

A Message from your Governor By Governor Nadyli Nuñez

However, the Empire Key is also a

place where the successes of club

projects and club service events are

celebrated and shared. As a district

that ranges from the vibrant urban city

life to the peaceful rural towns, Key

Clubbers accomplish the same mission

through different means. These

measures should inspire others and

evolve into future successes. That is

why the Service Spotlight section of

the Empire Key is very important not

only to the hosting club but the Key

Clubbers around the state. I

encourage all clubs to submit articles

of their projects and events for

publication in the Empire Key. This

can be done through the district

website, www.nydkc.org, under “Club

Resources” or it can be e-mailed to me

at [email protected]. As

we celebrate one club’s

accomplishments, we inspire a dozen

other clubs to host successful events,

thus creating a stronger spirit of

service and a greater district.

Service Spotlight

Submissions for the

Empire Key By Jensen Cheong

Can you

believe we’re

already in June?

School is almost

over and summer

is rolling in.

With great

weather come

many great events

Governor Nadyli and the Executive Board in helping make this Key Club

service year the most productive and exciting year yet! I’m aware of the

obstacles that face every Lieutenant Governor and I plan to make their

year as successful and as stress-free as possible in addition to assisting

Governor Nadyli with the myriad number of tasks she has to complete as

our Governor of the NY District. I look forward to meeting each of you

over the upcoming year! Have an exciting and service-packed summer!

Executive Assistant? What’s that?

Well, an Executive Assistant is an appointed position in

the New York District Key Club. This year I am proud

to introduce myself as the 2010-2011 Executive

Assistant to the New York District! My name is Jillian

Harmon and this year I will be working alongside

The Empire Key is

the official

publication of the

New York District

Key Club. It serves as

a tool and reference

to Key Clubbers.

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Executive Assistant

and Duties

By Jillian Harmon

Connecting Treasurers By Safanah Siddiqui

Have you heard of Google groups? As you may or may not know, several lieutenant governors

have made groups for their divisions on Google or Yahoo. As your District Treasurer, I am

currently working on creating a Google group exclusively for club treasurers. The Google group

will serve as a mailing list for me to update all club treasurers directly rather than through

lieutenant governors or other district officers. Such updates will include information on dues

payments and other reminders for club officers. In addition to serving as a simple way for you to

contact me, the group may also be used for club treasurers to contact each other. Members of

the group will be allowed to post discussion topics that other members may reply to. Through

this collaboration, frequently asked questions will be answered, as well as ideas will be shared

and spread. As a result, I will be given a better idea of what the treasurers need to improve the

mighty New York District.

The office of club secretary is probably one of the hardest jobs a person can take on. You

frantically take minutes, do attendance, and fill out all the forms that need to be sent to the

district. In addition to that, you still need to go above and beyond in committing yourself to

volunteering. To help make your life run more smoothly I will be creating a Google group this

year. This Google group will consist of all the club secretaries. This group will allow me to

contact all of you at once so it is easier for me to fill you in on what forms need to be handed in.

Also, if you have any questions you can always email me or even post up an update on the

Google group so other secretaries can help you as well and give you suggestions. It’s important

that all of us are communicating with each other so your club and district runs smoothly. I’m

very excited to begin working with all of you!

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Connecting Secretaries By Grace Na

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Webmaster’s

Message By Emily Lew

Hi Key Clubbers! I, Emily Lew, am your new Webmaster for this year and it’s great to

be part of the Key Club family and have a chance to be able to help Key Club via

technological services. I’ve noticed that the NYDKC website has been used very

frequently for the past years and it’s great that it has helped all of you so much! If you

haven’t used the site to your advantage, I strongly encourage it because it’s a great way

to keep up with Key Club news outside of your school as well. Our past webmasters

have made a quite large mailing list, so feel free to subscribe if you haven’t’ already

done so to keep yourselves updated with Key Club! This year I would like to use the

site to increase communication among the Board and the other Key Clubbers. Also,

the service spotlight will continue being a very important part of the site; because one

great project idea can inspire another so don’t forget to tell us about your school Key

Club’s great accomplishments! Hope you all enjoy your summer!

The International Projects and Programs that Key Club International is affiliated with

are Live 2 Learn, March of Dimes, UNICEF, and Children’s Miracle Network. Our

affiliation with these charities assists us in helping others by allowing us to direct our

efforts to special areas of need that can end up making a substantial impact for

millions of people worldwide.

• March of Dimes is a charity that works to give all babies a fighting chance

against the threats to their health. (NYDKC Goal: ( $12,000 and 7500 hours)

• UNICEF advocates for the protection of children's rights and helps expand

their opportunities so they reach their full potential. (NYDKC Goal: $42,000

and 25,500 hours)

• The Children's Miracle Network generates funds and awareness for the benefit

of children and its member hospitals. (NYDKC Goal: ($12,000 and 7500

hours)

• Live 2 Learn focuses on helping children overcome learning obstacles so they

can be successful and give back to their home, school and community.

(NYDKC Goal: 8,000 hours)

To reach our goals, we need to:

1. Spread the word. Stress the importance of international projects and

programs and tell them our goals for the district. Show them exactly what they

can do to make a difference.

2. Think of creative ideas to fundraise. Some innovative fundraising ideas are:

a) Having a bake sale at a divisional or school wide function

b) Having a movie night or bowling night or a Stay-Awake-A-Thon.

c) Hosting a dance, talent show or Battle of the Bands typed fundraiser.

You can charge an admission fee at the door and sell refreshments.

International

Projects and

Programs By Susanna Novick

Keys to Education By Nicole Murray

District Projects By Rhea Singh

The Governor's Project, “Keys to Education”, for the 2010-2011 service year focuses on the

reading and learning aspects of education. This project is designed to include all age groups,

from toddlers to senior citizens, as well as all types of people, such as the blind and under-

privileged. The Governor's Project Committee is currently compiling a packet of ideas to

help clubs get involved. Some ideas so are include throwing a "Dress Like Your Favorite Book

Character" dance, organizing a book drive, and playing brain stimulating games with nursing

home residents. Clubs should also feel free to come up with their own project ideas as

well. Look for the Governor's Project idea packet coming soon!

The new District Projects for the 2010-2011 service year have been selected! This year the New

York District Executive Board has chosen ten charities to endorse financially. It ranges from the

large American Cancer Society to the smaller Fisher House. Whether you are aware of the

charity or not, click on its link, read its description, because each and every charity is fantastic

in its own way. This can be done via www.nydkc.org. The District Board has also set a goal of

how much money to raise for these charities. The verdict is $175,000. Yes, it is quite an

ambitious goal. However, I know that together, as the Mighty New York District we can achieve

and very possibly surpass this goal! Together, Key Clubbers of New York, we will achieve this

goal. As you pick new service projects, and decide upon what charities you want your club to

support, never forget the Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Center, Kamp Kiwanis, and the Pediatric

Lyme Disease Foundation, our Kiwanis sponsored charities. Do not fail to remember these

charities as summer rolls around; support them and think of the people you could be helping.

Now, Key Clubbers, check out the charities for the 2010-2011 Key Club year right now at

www.nydkc.org!

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CLUB SPOTLIGHT!

By Samer Khawaja

William Cullen Bryant Key Club

Waking up at five o'clock in the morning, heading

towards the train station at six o'clock, getting lost

before reaching FDR at six thirty, was when we

went to the Five Borough Bike Tour of 2010. We

first set up the tables, and the tents. Then we

placed water bottles and water jugs out on the table

to pour water for the bikers. Then we walked

around pouring out water in bottles for the riders.

When the first swarm of bikers hit us, was when we

realized it would be a long day. But then seeing the

motivation and the energy in everyone was

inspiring to us. Everyone was generous and kind,

thanking us and appreciating our help. Young

adults and older adults participated in the bike

tour. Everyone came out to support the bikers. It

was a really, exciting day, and we have created many

cherisable Key Club memories that will last a

lifetime.

In the pouring rain, thousands of people of all

gender and age came out to support the cause,

and help diminish the rate of child birth defects

and other deficiencies. Volunteering at this

event was really fun; we had a great time while

helping a great cause. Handing out donuts and

water was really fun. But most important, the

point was to come together to help fund

research for this important and necessary cause,

that takes lives of 1 in 8 infants. As a club, we

also raised money a week prior to the event,

and we were amazed of how much we are able

to collect, in such short notice. We can come

together, and raise one voice, and change

millions of lives, through skills we gain in Key

Club, we are able to combat these forces that

impact us everyday. One day with the help of

Key Club, and other affiliated organizations, we

hope to see all babies be born healthy and live

healthy lives.

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Bike Tour March of Dimes

New York District Executive Board

Governor Nadyli Nuñez

[email protected]

Secretary Grace Na

[email protected]

Treasurer Safanah Siddiqui

[email protected]

Editor Jensen Cheong

[email protected]

Webmaster Emily Lew

[email protected]

Executive Assistant Jillian Harmon

[email protected]

Division 8

Lt. Governor Christina An

[email protected]

58-42 196th Place

Fresh Meadows, NY 11365

347-753-4122

Division Secretary Kelly Tsang

[email protected]

Division Executive Assistant

Antonio Xu Liu

[email protected]

Kiwanis Committee Member Mrs. Rebecca Ovadia [email protected] (516)-698-2863

PAPERWORK STATUS

ERF Apr May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar

August Martin

Bayside x x

Cardozo x

Christ the King

Forest Hills x

Francis Lewis x x

Garden x?

Grover Cleveland x x

John Adams x x?

Martin Luther

Martin Van Buren x

Newtown

Queens HS for

Science x

Richmond Hill x x x?

St. Francis Prep

Townsend Harris

William C. Bryant x x x

x – Sent to both LTG and District Sec

x – Need to send it to District Sec

x? – Need to send it to LTG

CONTACT INFORMATION

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