C’RIBBEAN VIEWS VOLUME 7, ISSUE 2

C’RIBBEAN VIEWS The Official Bulletin Publication of the Caribbean District of Circle K International

MAY 2025 VOLUME 07 | ISSUE 2 IN THIS ISSUE THE MONTH OF APRIL HIGHLIGHTS

CONTENTS

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District Goals CKI Knowledge CKI Knowledge CKI Knowledge Level Up Cribbie Cawna Cribbie Cawna A Step in the Right Direction Evaluate Your Board Installation Highlights Mobay Night Run- 5K Labor Day Read Across Jamaica Day Read Across Jamaica Day Teachers’ Day Governors’ Training Conference (GATC) Key Club Convention District Monthly Project- Jamaica District Monthly Project- Bahamas District Officers’ Training (DOTC) DOTC The BUG Programme Scholarships Scholarships Scholarhsips Club of the Month- April Club of the Month- May Cribbie Birthdays International Convention (ICON) ICON Connect With Us

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DISTRICT GOALS 2024-2025 EVERY YEAR AT THE BEGINNING OF THE NEW CKI YEAR, THE NEWLY APPOINTED BOARD PUBLISHES THE GOALS FOR THE DISTRICT. THE TIMELINE TO COMPLETE THESE GOALS RUNS FROM APRIL 1, 2024 TO MARCH 31, 2025, FOR THIS CKI YEAR.

90,000

500

25

Service hours

Members

Active Clubs

3,500

2,500

Kiwanis Family Relations Hours

Interclubbing Hours

80

80

DLFC Attendees

DCON Attendees

10 CKI ICON 2025 Attendees

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PRESIDENTIAL RESOURCES You have chosen to take up the responsibility as chief executive and captain of the ship. Your job will not be easy, the board may strengthen or break depending on how prepared you are to act and how quickly you respond to faults as the year goes along. I congratulate you on taking up this responsibility and hope for you nothing but success as you aim to lead your club through a successful year of service, fellowship and leadership and though this may be early congratulate you on being awarded Distinguish President/Vice President at DCON 2017, and yes you will get there and this is how: Structure your board if there are vacancies fill them by appointing a member under advisory of your club board.

Educate yourselves on your club bylaws, make changes if necessary and submit to the District.

Make contact with your Faculty Advisor and Kiwanis Advisor.

Host 2 Board Meetings to plan club activities for the year or the upcoming semester.

Ensure you and your board get the training necessary to execute your plans.

Appoint / Elect Committee Chairpersons.

Make Contact with School Administration and Student Body to ensure better in school relationships.

Create and Maintain constant communication with your Lieutenant Governor (Annoy them).

AND MORE AND EVEN MORE FOR VPs.

SECRETARIES JOURNAL There is no greater respect than the one I hold for persons in the Kiwanis movement who serve in the capacity of Secretary, you have chosen to take the responsibility of chief documenter, keeper of records, and head of the communications maintenance department for your club, and though your job will not be easy, it promises to be the most fulfilling and educational task you will ever be ask to do in your entire life and promise that if you follow the guidelines below you will satisfy the requirements be regarded as Distinguished Secretary.

Create a club Directory for your Board Members and All your members (name, email, year of study, ID, phone number) Familiarize yourself with the Monthly Report form TO BE SUBMITTED THE 5th OF EVERY MONTH Seek proper training and advise as to how to record service hours, Inter clubbing and KFRs Ensure that Monthly reports are submitted to your school Faculty Advisor, your Sponsoring Kiwanis Club and the District Send out weekly agendas for club meetings to members Create a means by which members can submit service hours for the tabulation of Monthly Reports.

Record Minutes for all Meetings and all other club hosted events. AND MORE

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TREASURERS PURSE As treasurer, trust, accountability, and reliability should be your strongest traits. The roles of treasurer is not simply collecting dues at weekly meeting but ensuring members know who you are, understand your responsibilities and ensuring that your board trusts you. I want to congratulate you for showing interest in such a position and hope that you understand that with through your personal development and education you can expand the roles of this portfolio. As you go through your tenure here are a few things to take into consideration as you aim to be recognized as Distinguished Set up a club bank account (if one exists ensure it is now under your control) Create and Maintain 2 account books / financial records: o Monies collected from club members (dues collection, payment for attendance at an event, donations, etc) o Monies collected from external entities (sponsorship, fundraising, etc) Submit a Financial Report to the Club board of officers and the District Treasurer the 4th pf every month Monitor the affairs of the Fundraising Committee Set a weekly club dues fee and ensure it is collected from each member weekly (maintain a owing list) Set a fee for club Annual dues that will allow the payment of International dues per club and District dues per member Provide were requested funds for the proper management of club affairs.

EDITORS ARTBOARD As the chief editor of the club, you are held responsible for the image of your circle k club, your creativity and keen attention to detail are the reasons who were elected to serve in this capacity and so it is expected that you show this in every way. Sleepless nights and endless spell checking will be in your future but at the end of the year you will look back at all you have produced and be proud that you decided to serve as bulletin editor.

It is your responsibility to be everywhere and where you can’t be physically to have someone there to document the event. Story teller, photographer, journalist, director are just a few of your many names that come with the position and in time I guarantee you will be Distinguished if you still to the following: Create and Publish Quarterly Newsletters and a Minimum of 3 Bulletins Chair the editorial committee in charge of items/ articles to be placed in newsletters Assist in the Creation and Maintenance of social media accounts Familiarize yourself with Circle K International Style Guide Design club branded items i.e. watermarks, letterheads, posters, flyers, pamphlets, programmes, cards, etc.

Hold responsibility of club’s “image” to the public Share responsibility over photography and videography and the storage / maintenance thereof for all club hosted and participated events.

Submit Newsletters to the District Bulletin Editor at least Once per Quarter. AND MORE

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MARKETING TOOLS Marketing plays a critical part in shaping the club’s image, attracting new members, and ensuring the wider community knows about the impact of CKI. Through your creativity, dedication, and communication skills, you have the power to elevate your club’s presence both on campus and beyond.

Here are some key strategies and responsibilities to help you effectively market your club: Create plans and strategies to increase membership and awareness of the club to your school and country Assist in the Creation and Maintenance of social media accounts Plan and organize weekly messages to share with members about Circle K INTERNATIONAL Assist the bulletin Editor with the idealization and maintenance of club’s “image” to the public Share responsibility over photography and videography and the storage / maintenance thereof for all club hosted and participated events.

Ensure that external entities (School admin, other CKI clubs, Kiwanis family members, media houses) know what your club is doing (fundraisers, projects, etc).

Update members on activities by use of emails, text, post to websites, etc.

CHAIRPERSONS CHEATSHEET A chair persons role is crucial to the functioning of a club, without active chairpersons, club boards are left to scramble and fumble in order to plan and executive activities. Serving under the responsibility of the club Vice President, you will be charged to come up with ideas, plan and execute initiatives befitting to your respective committees. With your dedication the club will achieve great things and so will you.

Typically clubs have the following chairpersons:  FUNDRAISING – Charged with planning and execution of events to raise funds for club projects / excursions  KIWANIS FAMILY RELATION – Charged with maintain a relationship with the club and Builders club, Key club and Kiwanis  SINGLE SERVICE PROJECT – Charged with the planning of the Clubs Super Project for the year  MEETING / VOCATIONAL – Charged with ensuring each meeting has a set agenda and a special speaker where necessary  SOCIAL & SPECIAL EVENTS – Charged with the planning of Social Activities, Awards ceremonies, Mass meetings, etc.  EDUCATION – Charged with educating members about Circle K International facts  MEMBERSHIP – Charged with membership recruitment, retention and special records.  LEADERSHIP – Charged with ensuring that the trait of leadership is projected throughout the club, plans club elections

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CRIBBIE CAWNA

PARADISE CHANT In Paradise, united we stand!

SUNSHINE CHANT Sunshine out and blazing!

CRYSTAL CHANT Crystal loud and proud!

PALM CHANT WE ARE PALMERS, BUM BU DUM DUM DUM!

CORAL CHANT Coral strong, Dutch pride, we rise together side by side!

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CRIBBIE CAWNA

Saying announcement is illegal on this side, we say notice. If we hear the word announcement we’ll start singing:

Announcement, announcement, announcement, A terrible way to die, a terrible way to die, A terrible way to talk to death , a terrible way to die, Announcement, announcement, announcement, Take it away (the name of whoever said the word), We stole your cow, we stole your cow, We have no need for your bull now, (make any animal sound except a cow’s)

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A step in right direction Contributed by Trudy-Ann Stirling Hey Key Clubbers, I am past trustee Trudy-Ann Stirling. After leaving Key club, I took a step up the ladder of Kiwanis and joined Circle K at the University of West Indies, Mona Campus. What is Circle K? Circle K is the largest student-led collegiate organization, whose mandate is to build not just our communities but ourselves as well as the people around us.

For me, this step was one I felt was a necessity as I worked with two CKI divisions while serving as LG for Division 1, with the aim of bridging the gap between the two branches of Kiwanis. Since joining this organization in 2019, I can comfortably say it allowed my first year experience to be nothing less of iconic. It gave me a small area of familiarity and comfort while allowing me to grow into the huge space that is UWI. It must be said that the Circle K experience will, without a doubt, be different for everyone. However, it provides for all a great avenue for leadership, fellowship and most importantly service.

01 Leadership

02 Fellowship

03 Service

Similar to Key Club, Circle K serves to build our character through leadership. It gives us the opportunity to further learn about ourselves and those around us.

Leadership helps to build, among other things, proper communication skills, which we will need to utilize as we progress in life. Now, I am not saying you have to serve on the club’s board to garner these skills and be a ‘leader’, however, the experience is much more worthwhile when you’re involved.

Starting university can be quite scary, however, joining Circle K can help to make this process a bit easier. CKI is an organization that accepts and appreciates all, the diverse nature is a calming one. You’re able to meet people from different backgrounds as well as gain an appreciation for each. Amazingly pure bonds can be formed with people across the world through CKI.

Similar to Key Club, Circle K serves to build our character through leadership. It gives us the opportunity to further learn about ourselves and those around us.

Leadership helps to build, among other things, proper communication skills, which we will need to utilize as we progress in life. Now, I am not saying you have to serve on the club’s board to garner these skills and be a ‘leader’, however, the experience is much more worthwhile when you’re involved.

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EVALUATE YOUR BOARD This activity provides members with the opportunity to give constructive, anonymous feedback on the performance of the club or district board. It’s designed to promote transparency, encourage accountability, and help leaders grow in their roles. Members can reflect on leadership communication, support, organization, and effectiveness, while offering suggestions for improvement. The insights gained will be used to strengthen team dynamics and enhance the overall functioning of the board for the benefit of the entire club.

Click this link to get started

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Caribbean Maritime University

Portmore Community College

MICO University College

Shortwood Teachers’ College

UWI, Mona

INSTALLATION

VTDI

HIGHLIGHTS

MOBAY NIGHT RUN

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The Sunshine Division showed up and showed out at the MoBay 5K, proudly representing CKI with energy, unity, and heart! Among the spirited participants were District Treasurer Dontè, District Bulletin Editor Ornella, Divisional Coordinator Alex, President Abisah, and Distinguished Lieutenant Governor Derron— each stepping up for service and wellness.

From start to finish, this team radiated dedication and fellowship.

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JAMAICA LABOR DAY

On May 23, 2025, various clubs in the Caribbean District of CKI joined Kiwanians in different locations across Kingston and surrounding areas to assist with Labor Day projects. These projects included activities at Alvernia Prep, Chapel of Christ Our Redeemer, Promise Learning Institute, Chetola Mel Nathan Education Centre, Mustard Seed, St. Pauls Basic School, Lucea Fire Station, Anchovy Basic School Grounds, Bus Shed at Falmouth, and Norman Gardens Primary School.

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READ ACROSS JAMAICA DAY

On May 6, 2025, the CKI Caribbean District organized Read Across Jamaica Day activities at several institutions. These included Chetolah Mel Nathan Education Centre, Central All Age Branch and NEST Child Care Facility with the aim of promoting reading.

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READ ACROSS JAMAICA DAY

On May 6, 2025, the CKI Caribbean District organized Read Across Jamaica Day activities at several institutions. These included Caribbean Christian Centre for the deaf, Chetolah Mel Nathan Education Centre, Central All Age Branch , NEST Child Care Facility and Montego Bay Infant School with the aim of promoting reading.

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TEACHERS’ DAY

On Teacher's Day, our members dedicated time to show immense gratitude to the educators who shape our future. We celebrated their tireless efforts with, recognizing their invaluable contributions to our community and the lives of their students. It was a day filled with smiles, appreciation, and a renewed understanding of the profound impact teachers have every single day.

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Governors Training Conference The Caribbean District was proudly represented at this year’s Governors and Administrators Training Conference (GATC) as Governor Judi-Ann joined Circle K leaders from around the globe! Held to equip district governors with the tools, knowledge, and inspiration needed for the year ahead, GATC fostered collaboration, growth, and a renewed commitment to service.

Governor Judi-Ann left empowered and ready to elevate the Caribbean District with bold vision and impactful leadership!

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Key Club Convention Fresh off the District Monthly Project, members of the Caribbean District Board buzzed over to the Key Club Convention to represent CKI in full force!

Governor Judi-Ann, District Bulletin Editor Ornella, Lieutenant Governor Shanoya and District Administrator Tadmar delivered an impactful CKI 101 presentation, sharing insights, experiences, and opportunities with Key Clubbers. The session sparked excitement and encouraged future service leaders to continue their journey with CKI after high school—a powerful step in succession planning!

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District Monthly Project- Jamaica On Saturday, May 31st, the Caribbean District of Circle K International held a "Monthly Service Project" focused on "Hair Grooming" for children at the Anne Dawson Children's Home in Kingston. The event ran from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and aimed to provide care for the kids.

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District Monthly Project- Bahamas

On Saturday, May 10th, our family island members from Bahamas, held their "Monthly Service Project" focused on "Hair Grooming" for children, The aim was to feed and to provide care for the kids.

DOTC

District Officers’ Training The 2025 District Officers’ Training Conference was a successful and impactful gathering of Circle K International leaders from across the Caribbean District. Held at Mico University College, this all-day conference provided newly elected district officers with critical training to prepare them for the service year ahead.

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💡 Highlights of the Event:

Interactive Workshops: Officers engaged in hands-on sessions focused on leadership development, effective communication, project planning, and time management.

Individual Role-Based Training: Officers received targeted training tailored to their specific executive roles, helping them understand responsibilities and expectations.

Networking & Collaboration: The event fostered camaraderie and the exchange of ideas among officers, advisors, and CKI alumni.

Vision Setting: Attendees aligned their goals with the district’s strategic objectives and shared their passion for service and leadership.

Overall Impact: The conference left attendees inspired, better equipped to lead their respective clubs and divisions, and motivated to make a positive impact throughout the 2025 service year.

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THE BUG PROGRAMME The Kiwanis Bring Up Grades (BUG) program is an educational initiative designed to recognize and motivate elementary/primary school students who improve their academic performance. It's a key part of Kiwanis International's broader commitment to education and literacy, and a component of their Service Leadership Programs for youth.

Location: The Central Branch All Age School When: Every Saturday Time: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Contact President Alric for more information: (876) 589-6063

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU

OPPORTUNITIES FOR YOU

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CLUB OF THE MONTH- APRIL SHORTWOOD TEACHERS’ COLLEGE

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CLUB OF THE MONTH- MAY SIR ARTHUR LEWIS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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CRIBBIE BIRTHDAYS April 2 - Christopher Robles, Ada Dutch Caribbean May 3- ADA Jerome May 17- DCP Chrissancia

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DIDN’T GET TO SIGN UP FOR ICON 2025?

WELL START PLANNING FOR NEXT YEAR!

USUALLY IN THE SUMMER

LOOK OUT FOR A LOCATION DROP

ICON is more than just learning, it is about connecting — building lasting relationships with CKI and Kiwanis International members, exchanging ideas, and walking away inspired and equipped to make a real difference back home.

If you couldn’t join us this time, don’t let the next opportunity pass you by. The energy, ideas, and connections made at convention are unmatched — and they’re the kind of moments that elevate your CKI experience. So start planning now, look out for early registration announcements, and consider securing sponsorships using our Sponsorship Toolkit.

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ABOUT ICON The Circle K International (CKI) Convention is an annual event that brings together members from around the world to share ideas, learn, and grow. This year's convention is happening from June 25-27, 2025, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. Last year we had one of our LGs being awarded Distinguished LG and PCC being awarded Club video award. Here's what you can expect: What is the Convention About?

- Networking Opportunities: Connect with CKI and Kiwanis International members, exchange ideas, and build relationships that can help you grow as a member and make a positive impact in your community.

- Leadership Development: Participate in workshops and sessions designed to help you develop your leadership skills, think creatively, and grow as a CKI member. Topics include leadership styles, personal values, self-advocacy, public speaking, grit, and goal-setting.

- Service Initiatives: Get inspired by service initiatives and learn how to make a difference in your community. You'll have the chance to explore strategies for club growth, gather fundraising ideas, and connect with others who share your passion for service.

- Awards and Recognition: CKI members are recognized and awarded for their outstanding contributions and achievements during the convention's Awards and Closing Ceremony.¹ ² Why is it Important to Attend?

- :Personal Growth: The convention offers a unique opportunity for personal growth, leadership development, and networking.

- Community Building: You'll connect with like-minded individuals who share your passion for service and community building.

- Inspiration and Motivation: The convention's dynamic atmosphere and inspiring speakers will motivate you to make a positive impact in your community.

- Stay Updated: You'll get to learn about the latest initiatives, strategies, and best practices in CKI and Kiwanis International.

Convention Highlights - Keynote Speakers: Hear from inspiring speakers who will share their experiences and insights on various topics.

- Workshops: Participate in interactive workshops that will help you develop your skills and knowledge.

- Fellowship and Networking Events: Connect with other members through fellowship events, networking sessions, and social activities.

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CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Judi-Ann Patterson Aleisha Ellis Dontè Beckford Jonell Nelson Shinell Bulgin Shanoya James Kandia White Tadmar Moore

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