Capital Key Volume 67 Issue IV

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DELAWARE - MARYLAND - VIRGINIA - WASHINGTON, D.C. - WEST VIRGINIA

EDITOR'S NOTE

Hi, Key Clubbers,

I cannot believe that this is the very final issue of the Capital Key I am releasing for you all to re has been a pleasure getting to spotlight the incredible work you have done as clubs, members, have enjoyed getting the chance to connect with you and show off your hard work, and I look f seeing what more you achieve far past this service term.

Within this final issue, you will get a chance to hear from our district executives one last time, re from our incredible international trustee, check out more information about the Capital District International Convention, learn about how to get ready for the new service term, and more. Th district has had the special opportunity to reconnect after the pandemic last year, and you as officers have absolutely blown it out of the water with your dedication, enthusiasm, and readin and show out!

With this being my final note, I would like to show some gratitude to the incredible people with work produced in this publication would not be possible. First, thank you to the Capital District Governors who have consistently and enthusiastically submitted nominations, highlights, questio My district executives, who are incredible cheerleaders and whose knowledge and resources d production of the Capital Key. A huge thank you to Ms. H, who has advised me on every issue a my role as district editor, and Ms. K, who has been incredibly supportive throughout my term an are the reason these issues are able to be published!

My final thank you goes out to you, the members of the Capital District, for your engagement a servant leaders. I will forever cherish the time I was able to serve as your district editor, and I ho soon at District Convention!

Yours in service and friendship, Riya Bajpai

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Hey, Capital Crabs!

Family, that is what we are.

We have stuck with each other through the rough and the smooth. Key Club is not only about serving the community, but it is also about making l that is exactly what the Capital District has been hard at work for this year. I heavy heart, my term is coming to an end as we are nearing our Capital Distr never truly believed when people say time flashes before your eyes and now, yesterday when I remember having butterflies in my stomach seconds before Students, advisors, zonies, Lieutenant Governors, and Kiwanians all sitting in c campaign speech.

Since the beginning of our Key Club term, the 44 Capital Key Club Lieutenant have all been working together to achieve as much as possible. In our May Bo goal to increase our membership by at least 1000 members and I can proudly fulfill this goal, but we have also chartered 3 new clubs and 11 have been reac

Your Lieutenant Governor and others have been working hard to promote our convention where you stay at a hotel and go to workshops, but it is a weeken about how to be a leader, different service projects, and possibly even make and see the 2022-2023 Capital District Board retire, I would suggest packing

As I am coming near the end of this update and my Governor term, I wanted t and care you have shown to this amazing organization, the Capital District, a who cared about each other and the community this year, and I can proudly s sticks together.

And as always, once a crab, always a crab.

Yours in service and friendship,

lifelong connections and impacts, and say this with tears in my eyes and a very ict Convention from March 24th-26th. I

I am living through that. It was just I gave my first caucusing speech. chairs ready to hear my Governor's t Governors, other executives, and the Adult Committee oard meeting at the beginning of our terms, we had created say, we have made an impact. Not only are we on our way ctivated.

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r upcoming District Convention, or DCON. This is not just a d full of mystery, adventures, and where you can learn more some new friends! You will be able to elect your new execu g some tissues as well.

to thank all of you once again. Thank you for all the love, sup and everyone in it. I had a dream to create a family full of life say, I have found it. You all are my family, and family always

Hello, Capital Crabs!

I am so upset that this is the last Executive update that I get to share with yo believe this Key Club year is coming to an end! I have learned a lot througho Year and I am so thankful for all the people in it.

This quarter, I worked with our amazing Webmaster Michelle Wang to get th Fund webpage posted on the Capital District website. This is an amazing fu I am so happy that I got to help spread the news about this wonderful fund. predecessor can expand more on this website to give more opportunities to the District.

I am so happy that we have reached 88% of our initial goal for membership have been sending out delinquent dues emails. These emails have been sen paid their dues. If you are questioning whether you have paid your dues, ple help you get confirmation on whether your dues have gotten processed yet.

I have been working hard to ensure that the LTGs are sending out informatio been sending personalized reminders. Speaking of reminders, fill out the wo the Capital Key that our stellar Editor Riya Bajpai publishes because a raffle fun to win. In addition to working with other executives, I have been talking w Trustee Leo Shen at his OhCapIa social where we played trivia.

I am happy for all the memories Key Club has given me. As a senior, I have e Clubbers and LTGs develop throughout the year. It has been more than a pl you!

Yours in Friendship and Service, Rani Chatterjee

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Hello, Capital Key Clubbers!

22-2023 service year is almost over! We are so proud of all the ear to support your community and serve those around you. We o welcome you to DCON 2023 where you can celebrate those me all clubs to participate in the DCON Service Fair to feature excited to announce that our keynote speaker is Hoan Do, who was a finalist on American Ninja Warrior!

ties, this quarter, the District website is has been updated with ng registration, DCON contests and awards, and the executive also resources posted on the website such as scholarships for ity Fund, Global Leadership Certificate, and more! The Capital District now has a TikTok (go follow us at @capitaldistrictkc)!

he Capital District Member Services Committee to update the ent resources on the District website. I’ve also worked with the nd our Editor Riya Bajpai to post DCON graphics on Instagram. borating with the Service Programs Committee to feature club service spotlights!

ence in Key Club, it is bittersweet as my term comes to an end. ections, and passion for service is something that continues for an honor serving you thus far, and I hope to see you at DCON!

Yours in friendship and service, Michelle Wang 8

Hi, Capital District!

This final quarter has been super busy but incredibly exciting as the district b the District Convention. Most recently, I have been working with the Convent Committee to create promotional materials for our upcoming convention. In interested in advertising District Convention through graphics, make sure to c Convention brand guide for all things Capital and spy-themed! I have also b developing multiple workshops for the upcoming District Convention (along w Governors and District Executives) - there’s lots of exciting stuff in store for o

Beyond the District Convention, I have continued working with your Lieutenan seeking materials for this final issue of the Capital Key. This past February, I a social along with other members of Capital, which was held in collaboration Ro-Mo-Tah, and New-Flor-Inas sistricts - catching up on my Key Club trivia a their educational workshops! I also recently attended the Circle K District Co a few board members to further connect with our K-family.

I have been working on creating promotional graphics to promote engagem Key on our social media in collaboration with Webmaster Michelle. Speaking the word search form out by the end of this issue (top secret: your chances o are pretty high)!

I look forward to seeing all that you and your clubs achieve as we close off t has been an honor serving you, Capital District!

Yours in friendship and service,

Riya Bajpai

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D i s t r i c t E d i t o r

Hey, Capital District! Hey, Capital District!

We’re almost to Spring Break - and DCON is just weeks away! I’m so excited to come meet all of you in person this year. Here’s a few important updates at the international level!

First off, don’t forget about our two newest partners, Schoolhouse.world and Collegewise! For Schoolhouse, we ’ re planning to have a Tutor-a-thon competition this April, so get ready to join in as a volunteer tutor, helping students receive quality education around the world! Additionally, Collegewise is offering a unique discount on their Common App Bootcamps for Key Club members - check it out on keyclub.org/collegewise.

Our Start Strong: Zambia partnership is still going strong - we raised over $80,000 during Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF 2022, which is amazing! Let’s continue to advocate for early childhood development by supporting this campaign through club and district initiatives.

The Global Leadership Certificate’s last set of courses is being released very soon, with courses taught by Sal Khan this time! Make sure to check out these courses to strengthen your leadership soft skills and earn your certificate for future endeavors.

Lastly, I want to invite all of you to the International Convention in Anaheim, CA this year! Don’t forget to register through the Key Club website (keyclub.org) and celebrate a year of show-stopping service with members around the world. As always, feel free to reach out through email leo.shen@keyclub.org, or on Instagram @ohcapia if you have any questions or concerns!

MEET THE '22 - '23 CAP MEET THE '22 - '23 CAP

Aine Heron, 11B

Conner Rutherford, 16/17

Dila Arat, 2A Ghazaleh Nozary, 2B Anya Agrawal, 2C Erina Haque, 2D Jocelyn Aristanto, 2E

Jadie Caceres, 4A Rebecca Ni, 4B Hope Benjamin, 5A Corey Farrow, 5B Mina Kim, 6A

Veronica Whitford, 9A Breya Smith, 9B Alexis Pape, 10 Pratheek Tangirala, 11A

Justin Kim, 15A Dillan Sanjay Patel, 15B

Pallavi Sundaram, 18 Victoria Smith, 19

ITAL DISTRICT BOARD ITAL DISTRICT BOARD

Anna Quackenbush, 7A

Paris Stafford, 2F Sarah Ikonomi, 3A Jason Yoo, 3B

Ciarán Murphy, 3D Lauren Kelly, 3C

Riya Mahale, 6B

Summer Moffett, 7B Hailey Reynolds, 8A Kayla Holloman, 8B

Rahil Karkar, 12A Sona Shah, 12B Cheri Brown, 13 Ariana Thurmond, 14A Amanda Angar, 14B

Lizzy Rhodes, 20A Brooke Li, 20B Addison Michael, LTG-at-large

Amber Tompkins, DCON Co-Chair

Callie Wood, DCON Co-Chair

MEET THE ADULT CO

Dr. Hiscock

Ms. Dlugozima

Ms. Whitehouse

Mr. Richards

Ms. McDermott

Mr. Bykonen

Mr. Wolff

Ms. Yuth

Mr. Platt

OMMITTEE MEMBERS

Ms. Hiscock

Ms. Moore

Ms. Ogilvie

Ms. Roberts

Mr. Fore

Mr. Nathan

Ms. Grant

Mr. Kyle

Ms. Haines

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Interested in registering, but missed the March 5th deadline? Capital District is still accepting registration for a late fee and no guarantee of placement in preferred rooming.

If you would like to register, you can visit https://www.capitalkeyclub.org/dcon-2023.html to sign your club up!

JOIN US IN ANAHEI JOIN US IN ANAHEIM

FOR ICON 2023 FOR ICON 2023

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Key Club Internatio Convention provid of opportunities fo sharpen their leade engage in service, inspiring speakers,

make new friends, and of course, have t a more precise detail of events at ICON Key Club International website here.

The fourth and final clue is the first letter of our District Administrator's last name!

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HOWDOI REGISTER?

General registration for International Convention will be opening soon (early March) on the Key Club International website. The cost to register if signing up directly is $265.

Capital District Key Clubbers interested in traveling with the district and take part in activities with the Capital District should not register with KCI and instead wait for Capital District tour information to be released on our district website here.

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Attendingcanbepricey, butyourKiwanisclubs andKCIarehereto supportyou.Reachout toyourlocalKiwanisclub toseeiftheyarewilling

to sponsor part of the price. Fundraising toolkits and Key Club International resources.

WHAT'S UP IN THE CA WHAT'S UP IN THE CA DISTRICT? DISTRICT?

Year-in-Review Superlative Edition!*

11. . MOST SERVICE HOURS

Division 8A members joined forces to lend a helping hand at the annual Kiwanis Pancake Day, an annual event to raise money for local youth programs. These Key Clubbers got the opportunity to serve and cook the food at Kiwanis Pancake Day. They ended up raising several thousands in donations and helped feed hundreds of people in their community. Their work during Pancake Day earns them a nomination for the "most service hours" superlative!

Chesapeake High School Key Clubbers from Division 4A collaborated with the Kiwanis Next Gen E-Club to take part in their Free Rice Challenge, and the outcomes were incredible. Members raised over 67,000 grains of rice donated by the World Food Programme and performed many service hours as a collective!

*Nominated by your very own Lt. Governors!

APITAL PITAL

22. . MOST LIKELY TO PARTNER WITH THE K-FAMILY**

When it comes to parterning with their local Kiwanis family counterparts, Parkersburg High School from Division 18 knows exactly what to do! They have been particularly active by partnering with their local K-Kids club to conduct various projects. PHS Key Club members volunteered to judge their local elementary school's science and social study fairs, encouraging education and social studies/STEM engagement among elementary schoolers!

Keyser High School from Division 19 has also found ways to connect with their local K-Kids! During the holiday season, Keyser Key Clubbers helped out with a Secret Santa's Shop where they helped young students choose gifts for their families and help wrap them. Altogether, students volunteered 250 hours and helped brighten the holiday season for children and their families!

**Reminder: this year ' s governor ' s project is Capital with K-Family! Any club who has partnered with a Kiwanis Family counterpart should fill out the Governor's Project Participation form for recognition!

33. . MOST IMPROVED

James Monroe High School from Division 2F has improved significantly in returning from the pandemic! One particular service project that demonstrated their growth was their Fall river clean-up, where they also partnered with their local Kiwanis Club. Members spend the day picking up waste by the Rappahannock in Virginia - wonderful job, James Monroe Key Club!

Back in December, South County High School

purchased materials to host a sandwich-making project to donate them to their local homeless shelter. Various ham, peanut butter, and turkey sandwiches were assembled to create a total of 400 sandwiches2A LTG Dila Arat called it their "biggest event of the year!" This project is a true display of the improvement and dedication South County Key Club has experienced this year.

William Penn High School from Division 6A spread holiday joy by collecting donated toys from their school for their annual Toy Drive. After collection, they wrapped each toy and donated them to homeless shelters and children's hospitals!

44. . MISCELLANEOUS

Millbrook High School from Division 8A has been recognized as the "most likely to bring in future members!" Throughout the service term, they have provided Key Clubbers the opportunity to help out an assigned teacher/classroom at their local elementary school. Millbrook has helped their local school manage the teacher shortage, monitior student safety, and it has gauged interest in Key Club among younger students!

Albert Einstein Key Club from Division 3B has earned the "most creative" superlative award for getting crafty this winter and completing a scarf-making project back in January! Key Clubbers learned how to cut, sew, and design scarves throughout the month and were able to donate their creations to a local homeless shelter.

55. . MOST ENTH

On February 15th, a Division 2A club partnered with Best Buddies to host a Valentine’s Day Dance during advisory in the Bubble. The purpose of this event was to bring awareness to students with disabilities at South County as they can’t usually attend other events like homecoming or prom. We had activities like bingo, drawing, ring toss, and a photo booth with proms. There was also lots of dancing going on featuring the Cupid Shuffle, Cha Cha Slide, and the Wobble! Overall, it was a very fun event with a great turnout and lots of laughter.

On February 14th, 2023, Dulaney Key Club from Division 6B hosted the "Warm Up America Knitting for Charity" service event within the school itself. All attending volunteers knit / crochet - even teaching those that don't know how - to donate towards the organization Warm Up America. This foundation makes blankets & hats for homeless people or those that are simply in need. During this specific service event, volunteers would make small squares until enough was made to make an entire blanket.

HUSIASTIC MEMBERS!

Broad Run High School from Division 2C did an incredible job spreading random acts of kindness and showing their enthusiasm for serving their school and community by creating a whopping 200+ cards for their school's staff and administration. Key Clubbers delivered cards to staff along with chocolates and flowers throughout the week, spreading joy and showing their appreciation to school staff.

In December, Heritage High School Key Clubbers from Division 13 took initiative by partnering with their school's Student Council Association to help host a winter clothing drive. Along with their success during the winter clothing drive, they created and delivered 300+ letters to the elderlyincredible work, and a true display of their enthusiasm!

CAPITAL DISTRICT PROJECT - START STRONG: CAPITAL DISTRICT PROJECT - START STRONG:

ZZAMBIA AMBIA

This year, Capital District took on the new International project - "Start Strong: Zambia"! This is in collaboration with our international partner UNICEF, an agency under the United Nations that aims to help children by providing various forms of aid across the globe. Their mission to help children align's with Key Club's major emphasis on children and the youth. If your club has not already, it's never too late to get involved! Check out some service ideas below.

Sell candy grams to students at your school

Set up a penny jar in various classrooms, school events, or outside of businesses with permission to see how many coins your club can collect for donations!

Collaborate with a local business and ask that a portion of funds go towards Start Strong: Zambia when students mention your club/school!

Host a used book sale at your school or a local library and arrange it so that proceeds go towards the district/international project!

GOVERNOR'S PROJECT - CAPITAL WITH K-FAMILY GOVERNOR'S PROJECT - CAPITAL WITH K-FAMILY

Governor Izza set forth an incredible district project for the year that encouraged clubs across the Capital District to partner with their local Kiwanis family clubs in an effort to strengthen Capital District Key Club's relationship with our Kiwanis Family counterparts! The project has so far been an outstanding success and many clubs around Capital have engaged with Kiwanis family counterparts throughout the year. A few photos of K-family collaborations from past issues:

DIVISION 7A

DIVISION 8B

DIVISION 5A

As our 22-23 service term comes to an end, it is important to begin looking within your club. Elections for your officer positions should be held between Surrounding the sun setting on our term are a few checklist points that you s new term.

Put together a summary of the club's service projects, contacts (LTGs, zone administrators), and officer work for the newly elected board

Compile advice from your experiences as club officer to help your successor transition successfully

ENDINGTHEYEAR S

Elect new club officers (dues-paying members only)

ahead to the future of your club and passing it on to the underclassmen now and April at the latest, if next year ' s officers have not yet been chosen. should ensure you and your club are able to achieve before starting out the Advise your new board on maintaining contact with Kiwanis family clubs, like your sponsoring Kiwanis Club and local K-Kids, Builder's, and/or Aktion clubs Prepare to hear from a new LTG in April or May and be proactive about having new officers submit their contact information to kickstart a strong connection with your division

SUCCESSFULLY ...

Prepare your new officer board to begin meeting over the summer (and help out if needed) to continue your club's engagement in service throughout the summer months!

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WalsinghamAcademy,12A WalsinghamAcademy,12A WalsinghamAcademy,12A

Warhill,12A Warhill,12A Warhill,12A

Williamsburg Christian, 12A Williamsburg Christian, 12A Williamsburg Christian, 12A

Gloucester, 12B Gloucester, 12B Gloucester, 12B

Grafton, 12B Grafton, 12B Grafton, 12B

Middlesex, 12B Middlesex, 12B Middlesex, 12B

Point Option, 12B Point Option, 12B Point Option, 12B

Poqouson, 12B Poqouson, 12B Poqouson, 12B

Tabb, 12B Tabb, 12B Tabb, 12B

York, 12B York, 12B York, 12B

York River Academy, 12B York River Academy, 12B York River Academy, 12B

Bethel, 13 Bethel, 13 Bethel, 13

Dengbigh, 13 Dengbigh, 13 Dengbigh, 13

Hampton, 13 Hampton, 13 Hampton, 13

Hampton Roads Academy, 13

Hampton Roads Academy, 13

Hampton Roads Academy, 13 Heritage, 13 Heritage, 13 Heritage, 13

Smithfield, 13 Smithfield, 13 Smithfield, 13

Woodside, 13 Woodside, 13 Woodside, 13

Grassfield, 14A Grassfield, 14A Grassfield, 14A

Great Bridge, 14A Great Bridge, 14A Great Bridge, 14A

Indian River, 14A Indian River, 14A Indian River, 14A

Manor, 14A Manor, 14A Manor, 14A

Oscar Smith, 14A Oscar Smith, 14A Oscar Smith, 14A

Stonebridge, 14A Stonebridge, 14A Stonebridge, 14A Bayside, 14B Bayside, 14B Bayside, 14B

First Colonial, 14B First Colonial, 14B First Colonial, 14B

Frank Cox, 14B Frank Cox, 14B Frank Cox, 14B

Brookville, 15A Brookville, 15A Brookville, 15A

EC Glass, 15A EC Glass, 15A EC Glass, 15A

George Washington, 15A

George Washington, 15A

George Washington, 15A

Jefferson Forest, 15A Jefferson Forest, 15A Jefferson Forest, 15A

Liberty Bedford, 15A Liberty Bedford, 15A Liberty Bedford, 15A

Cave Spring, 15B Cave Spring, 15B Cave Spring, 15B

Hidden Valley, 15B Hidden Valley, 15B Hidden Valley, 15B

James River, 15B James River, 15B James River, 15B

Lord Botetourt, 15B Lord Botetourt, 15B Lord Botetourt, 15B

Northside, 15B Northside, 15B Northside, 15B

Eastside, 16/17 Eastside, 16/17 Eastside, 16/17

Grundy, 16/17 Grundy, 16/17 Grundy, 16/17

Richlands, 16/17 Richlands, 16/17 Richlands, 16/17

Ridgeview, 16/17 Ridgeview, 16/17 Ridgeview, 16/17

Parkersburg, 18 Parkersburg, 18 Parkersburg, 18

Wheeling Park, 18

Wheeling Park, 18

Wheeling Park, 18

Williamstown, 18 Williamstown, 18 Williamstown, 18

Keyser, 19 Keyser, 19 Keyser, 19

Roanoke Catholic, 15B

Roanoke Catholic, 15B

Roanoke Catholic, 15B

Salem, 15B Salem, 15B Salem, 15B

William Fleming, 15B William Fleming, 15B William Fleming, 15B

Blacksburg, 16/17 Blacksburg, 16/17 Blacksburg, 16/17

Central, 16/17 Central, 16/17 Central, 16/17

Morgantown, 19 Morgantown, 19 Morgantown, 19

Notre Dame, 19 Notre Dame, 19 Notre Dame, 19

Tygarts Valley, 19 Tygarts Valley, 19

Tygarts Valley, 19

Cabell Midland, 20A Cabell Midland, 20A Cabell Midland, 20A

Huntington, 20A Huntington, 20A Huntington, 20A

Christiansburg, 16/17

Christiansburg, 16/17 Christiansburg, 16/17

Council, 16/17 Council, 16/17 Council, 16/17

Winfield, 20A Winfield, 20A Winfield, 20A

Montcalm, 20B Montcalm, 20B Montcalm, 20B

Princeton, 20B Princeton, 20B Princeton, 20B

OUTSTANDING OUTSTANDING OUTSTANDING KEY

KEY KEY

CLUBBERS CLUBBERS CLUBBERS

Eve Noonan, Division 14B Eve Noonan, Division 14B

Q4 OUTSTANDING OFFICER

Eve Noonan serves as the secretary for First Colonial High School

Key Club and has done an incredible job supporting her club and its members. Eve has been particularly active in her club's activities, being eager to volunteer for every new opportunity and always being prepared to offer a helping hand when the event arises. Through her service, dedication, and hard work, Eve has demonstrated the true qualities of what it means to be a Key Clubber and continues to uphold and demonstrate the values of Key Club in her contributions to her club, school, home, and community.

-Nominated by a Division 14B Member

Ben Caltider, Division 8B Ben Caltider, Division 8B

Q4 OUTSTANDING MEMBER

"Ben has helped so much with making the Division 8B divisional project, our Snow Ball, a success. Even though he was not a co-chair for the event, he worked hard to make flyers and promote this project through social media. He is always eager to help with any project and deserves to be recognized for his hard work in Key Club."

-Division 8B Lt. Governor

Q4 OUTSTANDING LT. GOVERNOR Rebecca Ni, Division 4B Rebecca Ni, Division 4B

"Throughout the year, Rebecca has been incredibly active and engaged within her position. She always chooses to go above and beyond in her role and most recently took the initiative to attend the CKI District Convention/Kiwanis Midyear and has represented Capital District in various other settings, like Kiwanis DCON back in August. In addition to this, Rebecca supports her division in a variety of ways, whether that be frequenting club meetings, sending timely reminders and thorough updates, maintaining extensive communication, or simply being there to support her members as needed. She is well-known for her passion and enthusiasm for Key Club and her service, kindness, and constant readiness to support those around her. She is truly deserving of this recognition!"

-District Executives

Q4 OUTSTANDING CLUB South County High School, Division 2A South County High School, Division 2A

South County Key Club has done incredible work within their school and community and have made a strong come back after the pandemic. They have maintained strong communication at the divisional level and put serious effort into every service project they plan and have recently been incredibly active with planning and executing service projects within their community. South County is doing a wonderful job being active as a club and serving their community!

-Nominated by Division 2A Lt. Governor

OUTSTANDING OUTSTANDING OUTSTANDING KEY

KEY KEY

CLUBBERS CLUBBERS CLUBBERS

YOU ASK.... YOU ASK....

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In our final Q&A section of the term, I would like to g this year. You all are rockstars and I am so grateful f and absolutely wond

Q: What is a Key Club service partner?

-First Colonial HS Key Clubber

A: Key Club partners can exist at the international, district, division, and community levels and exist to strengthen and help further the goals of Key Club International as a whole! On the international level, we have various categories of service partners, which include Membership Benefit, Preferred Charities, Vision Partners, and Service Partners. Check out the final two pages of this publication to check out which international partners fall under each organization!

In fact, there have been some developments this past year with Key Club's international partners, and two of our newest partners are Schoolhouse and Collegewise. Schoolhouse is a service partner that Key Clubbers can sign up with to tutor - founded by the one and only Sal Khan himself - and it's even recognized by various competitive colleges.

Collegewise is a member benefit partner - they have special offers for Key Clubbers on college advising, tutoring, and more. Click here to learn more!

WE ANSWER WE ANSWER !!

give a HUGE thank you to everyone who participated or your contributions. Read below for two of our final, derful, Q&A questions!

Q: I've heard about some contests but I want to know more about them. What are they about, and how can I enter them?

-Dulaney HS Key Clubber

A: Capital District Convention is the best place to go if you ' re looking for contests to take part in! At District Convention, there are three main contests individuals can enroll in: the Oratory Contest, the Essay Contest, and the Talent Show that is put on during the Governor's Farewell Session on Saturday night

Registration for all three contests will be open Friday night of the convention. The Oratory Contest allows Key Clubbers to practice their speaking skills and can be prepared in advance! In fact, this year ' s prompt is about how you have worked to uphold the Key Club pledge. For the Essay Contests, participants will be unaware of the prompt until it's time to write their essay, and for the talent contest, participants can register for an audition time slot on Friday evening to determine whether they will perform for the convention as a whole.

Various club contests are also due on Friday evening! These contests are the Annual Achievement, Single Service, Major Emphasis, Promotional Video, Poster (digital and non-digital), and Year in Review Scrapbook (Traditional and Non-Traditional, or digital). Click on the image below to read more on our district website!

One Last Time...

EXECUTIVES EXECUTIVES

District Secretary-Treasurer District Secretary-Treasurer

Rani Chatterjee Rani Chatterjee

rranichatterjeekeyclub@gmail.com anichatterjeekeyclub@gmail com

District Webmaster District Webmaster

Michelle Wang Michelle Wang

michellewangkeyclub@gmail com michellewangkeyclub@gmail com

District Editor District Editor

Riya Bajpai Riya Bajpai

Major Emphasis Major Emphasis

Children: Their Future, Our Focus Children: Their Future, Our Focus Vision