November Newsletter by Kate Castro

Better T-OGETHER

Letter from the LTG 1.

2-3. Upcoming Dates & Deadlines

4. Service Opportunities

5. New District Resources

6. District Training Conference

7. Division 39S Resources

8-9. Divisional Project

10. Governor’s Project

11. Key Club in Quarters

12. Why Should you Donate?

13. Contest & Awards Overview

14. New Contest & Awards

15. K-Family Flyer

16. K-Family Monthly Challenges

17. Preferred Charities

18. Key Club Partners

19. Kiwanis Family Branches

20-22. District Staff & LTG Contacts

23. Click to View Links

Nov. 25

Nov. 28

November Divisional Council Meeting

In-Person at America’s Best Coffee & Donuts

Thanksgiving Day! Enjoy your holiday!

Nov. 30

District Training Conference 2 - 4:30 PM on Zoom

Dec. 1

Dec. 5

Enter dues into the Membership Update Center On-Time Dues Deadline @ 11:59 PM

Dec. 25 Christmas Day! Editor & Secretary Reports due @ 11:59 PM forms found on T-O website

Happy Holidays!

Dec. 31

Trick or Treat for UNICEF Donations Due See this link for details to donate!

ServiceOpportunities

Thanksgiving Food Banks

With Thanksgiving here, try volunteering at a local foodbank to feed families who may not have otherwise had a Thanksgiving meal.

Try the Tarrant Area Food Bank, North Texas Food Bank, Harvesting in Mansfield Food Bank, or any other organization!

Weekend Backpack Program

EVERY Wednesday 4-5 PM you can join Common Grounds Mansfield in packing bags of food for students in need over the weekend!

United Methodist Church, Building D, 777 N. Walnut Creek Drive

Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF

This initiative asks that you collect donations while trickor-treating or by hosting fundraisers. These funds go back to the Start Strong: Zambia Initiative. Consider a Halloween bake sale or themed fundraiser!

If your club donates $250 by Dec. 31, you get a Trick-orTreat banner patch! Donate through this site!

New District Resources

Contest & Awards Videos

The Contest & Awards Committee has put together instructional videos over most of the LEDCON contests. These videos include a breakdown of the rubric and award requirements!

Find them on T-O Key Club’s YouTube!

Dues Payment Steps

See this document for details about how to pay club dues! Remember the on-time due date is December 1st! Message me with any questions.

Click this link for the guide!

Fundraising Guide

See to this document for suggestions on how to fundraise for your club this year. This list is extensive so I hope it benefits you!

District Training Conference

Saturday, November 30th @ 2 - 4:30 PM

The District Training Conference (DTC) is organized by the District Board for officers and clubs that were not able to attend a Regional Training Conference, or would like more guidance! Rather than just covering officer duties, the DTC will detail specific awards, opportunities, and advice for all officers!

Agenda

Welcoming Session

Introductions

Breakout Room Round 1

Officer Training/ Info Sessions

Breakout Room Round 2

Informational Workshops

Board Member Updates

LEDCON Theme Reveal

Closing Session & Adjournment

See to this Google Folder for all of the documents, presentations, newsletters, and guides that I’ve created. This includes information about the Divisional Project, officer training forums, templates, and much more.

If you are interested in getting extra updates & staying connected with the Division, join the Division 39 S Instagram here!

Mansfield Lake Ridge

Mansfield Legacy

Mansfield Summit

Mansfield Timberview

Uplift Summit International Prep

Venus

Arlington College and Career

Frontier STEM Academy

James Bowie

Juan Seguin

Kennedale

Mansfield

This Divisional Project, “Key to Success,” is intended to ensure no school, club, or individual is left to feel unprepared for the future through a series of inspiration that prompts professional development and leadership training. “Key to Success” is a purposefully broad proposal that focuses on empowering high school students to not only excel academically but to emerge as assertive and effective leaders in the field of their choice. To act on this, clubs should provide students with the chance to practice their intrapersonal skills, learn from experts, and build on their pre-existing knowledge of the opportunities available to them.

Ask all your club members to donate books BEFORE Thanksgiving Break! You will bring these books to the November DCM to be collected and donated. Here we will also create origami book corners for Promising Pages. This addresses Key to Success’ priority of education by providing books for our local community and supporting reading in underprivileged communities.

Contests & START PLANNING TO APPLY FOR

2025 LEDCON 2025 Awards

WHAT ARE CONTEST & AWARDS?

Contests and Awards are exciting opportunities for you to showcase your skills, creativity, and achievements in various categories at the LEDCON awards ceremony!

STEP-BY-STEP:

Locate the Submission Forms: Find the specific entry forms for each contest on the T-O Contest and Awards Page.

Explore Categories: Find contests that match your interests or EXPERTISE!

Follow Submission Guidelines: Ensure you meet all the entry requirements listed in the C&A Code & study the rubrics for awards!

Submit Before the Deadline: Ensure all entries are submitted by the specified deadline to be considered.

Get Recognized: Compete for awards and gain recognition at the LEDCON ceremony!

E W A W A R D S N E W A W A R D S

UNICEF CUP

This competition will recognize the club that has raised the most funds for Key Club International’s partner, UNICEF USA.

No application or nomination process is required for this award.

The winner of the UNICEF Cup will be calculated by dividing the total amount raised by the number of members in the club.

This contest will be graded by the UNICEF Champion and District Secretary.

OUTSTANDING

MEMBER AWARD

This competition recognizes the district’s most outstanding member(s) who depict responsibility and thoroughness in their dedication to serving others.

There is a limit of 2 applicants per club The faculty advisor must endorse the member(s) Two reference letters are required. See the rules for details.

Applicants who score 90/100 points will receive Distinguished Recognition. The highest scoring applicant will receive the Outstanding Award. Click here to view the requirements & scoring criteria.

INTRO TO KIWANIS

T-O K-Family & International Relations Committee

WHAT IS IT?

Kiwanis is a group of international volunteers dedicated to being a positive influence for every child and community. Dedicated to serving the next generation, Kiwanis focuses on education, health, and youth leadership.

HISTORY

Originally formed in 1915 as an business based organization, it became a service based foundation in 1919. Kiwanis became an international force in 1960, and there are 80 countries and nations with Kiwanis clubs worldwide today.

IMPACT

The K-Family supports service leadership programs such as Key Club and Aktion Club. By holding local fundraisers and service events, Kiwanis raises about 390 million US dollars each year, going towards libraries, school supplies, and medical equipment.

Key Club supports Start Strong: Zambia, a world wide initiative to help the children in Zambia

receive proper nutrition, education, and health care. Key Club’s collective efforts include building community centers, training health care providers, teachers, and volunteers to assist those in need, and providing toys and books to children that benefit their development. Join the cause by donating money to support UNICEF and the wellbeing of children in Zambia!

worldwide charity organization. Thirst Project works primarily in the Kingdom of Eswatini, but works in 13 countries to serve over half a million people. Get involved by donating and fundraising for the world’s largest youth water organization!

Erika‘s Lighthouse

Erika’s Lighthouse supports the mental health of elementary through high school students by providing programs for depression and spreading suicide awareness. The organization has a Positivity Pledge, a month long activity that aims to help students establish good habits for their mental health.

Schoolhouse is a non-profit tutoring organization built by a Key Club alumni that aims to connect the world and prepare students for college entrance exams, and help them succeed in their high school careers. Schoolhouse encourages all Key Club members to become tutors and join the cause!

K-KidsBuilders Club

Elementary students are given the opportunity through KKids to develop their passion for service. K-Kids builds early leadership through service projects to benefit the community and build their character.

Key Club

Key Club is an international, high school student led organization that emphasizes altruistic service to others. We host service projects, fundraisers, and work together to do good in our communities.

Builders Clubs offers middle school students experience in leadership and allows them to serve others This club gives middle schoolers the confidence and skills they need to continue their service later.

Aktion Club

Aktion Club stands as the only service club specific to disabled adults. Aktion Club allows everyone to make a difference in the world while building confidence and taking on leadership roles.

Circle K

Circle K is the largest college organization in the world. CKI empowers students to serve beyond their high school careers. Consider joining CKI to build your community and continue your devoted service to others.

Kiwanis

Kiwanis International is the backbone to the K-Family. Adult volunteers dedicate themselves to serving each other, the youth, and their communities. With Kiwanis, individuals can strive to be a source for good.