The Humming Bird - Issue 4

BY: GOVERNOR KHIJANI K. WILLIAMS

Hey Key Clubbers,

As we head back to school within the next month, I hope you truly utilized your Summer Holiday and that you made memories with friends, fellow Key Clubbers and your family. This is while you continued to serve your homes, schools and communities.

With the start of the new school year, we see the revival of club activities and clubs finally returning to face to face engagements. Theses interactions serve as a defining moment of your Key Club experience in the Jamaica District. I have been honoured to serve as Governor of this amazing District, and I am EXCITED to potentially welcome more members into the KCJA Family! With that being said, I need your help in working towards retaining the current members and recruiting new ones as we work towards increasing membership right across the District.

I'm beyond proud of all that we have achieved thus far and I know that we will see a school year filled with innovation. lol and success ahead!

K. Williams District Governor 2022-2023

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Hey Jamaica District,

I’m Kavya Sriram from the Carolinas District (specifically North Carolina), and I’m thrilled to be your 2022 2023 Key Club International Trustee A few fun facts about me are that I LOVE the Office (I’ve seen it at least 7 8 times), my favorite album is Speak Now by Taylor Swift, and this’ll be my fourth and final year in Key Club. I look forward to working with the Jamaica District!

This year, the other districts in our Sistrict are Kentucky Tennessee and Michigan. The biggest goals I plan to focus on for our Sistrict this year are member spotlights and recognition, Sistrict bonding nights, and boosting service in partnership with Key Club official partners, through friendly competition and incentives.

And finally, be on the lookout for upcoming Key Club programs, from UNICEF’s Trick or Treat to the Global Engagement Rally! I am truly here to support districts and their incredible work so feel free to reach out anytime!

YOURS IN SERVICE,

Kavya

Kavya Sriram International Trustee Carolinas District kavya.sriram@keyclub.org

Governor Khijani Williams with (Back Row) Governor Dalton Adams (Kentucky Tennessee District), (Front Row L R) Governor Marwa Abdel Hak (Michigan District) and our International Trustee Kavya Sriram (Carolinas District).

MEET OUR SISTRICT MEET OUR SISTRICT GOVERNORS GOVERNORS

Hey Jamaica District!

I am Marwa Abdel Hak, the Governor of the Michigan District. Outside of Key Club, I spend a lot of my time in the gym lifting weights (fun fact: I currently bench 140 lbs) or just at home watching Netflix. I am so excited for Jamaica to be a part of our sistrict this year MiKenJa with the amazing Kentucky-Tennessee District. As we all get back to school, I hope we can keep the excitement for Key Club going in all of our districts to make this year a great one. The pilot program that our Programs and Partners Committee on the International Board is launching is going to start rolling focusing on spreading the Global Leadership Certificate across our districts will be super beneficial to provide everyone with the tools for leadership! I hope that one day I can visit Jamaica and meet you all, but until then, stay excited to continue your service this year!

YOURS IN SERVICE,

Marwa Abdel Hak District Governor Michigan District governor@mikeyclub.org

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Hey Jamaica District!

I am Dalton Adams, the two time Governor of the Kentucky-Tennessee District. A few fun facts about are: I serve as Student Council President, I bowl competitively and my favourite subject is Social Studies.

As we all return to school, I encourage you all to keep the momentum going as you continue your service projects and resume club meetings.

I am so excited for Jamaica to be a part of our sistrict this year MiKenJa with the mighty Michigan District. I hope that one day I can visit Jamaica and meet you all, but until then, continue to serve your homes, schools and communities!

YOURS IN SERVICE,

Dalton Adams District Governor Kentucky-Tennessee District dalton@ktkey.org

districteventshighlightsDISTRICT BOARD TRAINING DISTRICT BOARD TRAINING

On Sunday, August 28, 2022 the Key Club Jamaica District held its first Board Meeting and Board Training The first aspect of this meeting was the Board Training, which saw presentations from a number of persons on various topics, including:

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We also saw presentations from our Zone Coordinators and Assistant District Administrator, Audrey Brown

Governor Demario Mew - Lieutenant Governor Training Distinguished Governor Thasleema Nkrumah - District Secretary-Treasurer Training Distinguished Governor Moya Palmer - Organizing the Key Club Year

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JAMAICA FUN FACTS JAMAICA FUN FACTS

Jamaica Archipelago

Jamaica is the main landmass of a 28-island archipelago! An archipelago, by its geographic definition, is a chain, cluster or collection of islands.

Jamaica Flag

Jamaica’s Flag Is One of the Only Flags in the World Not to Share a Colour With USA’s. There is some debate about which other countries have colours that don’t feature red, white or blue.

Jamaica Is Home to 4 Major Mountain Ranges

As an incredibly mountainous island, the Blue, John Crow, Don Figuero, and Cockpit Country mountain ranges are all found in Jamaica. Which probably explains why there’s more to Jamaican than pretty beaches

250 Species of Bird Call the Island Home

Of those 250 species, 26 are endemic to the island This icludes the tiny vervain. At just 2.5 inches tall, it’s the second smallest bird in the world. Talk about a twitcher’s heaven!

Jamaica Gained Independence From the UK in 1962

After more than 3 centuries of British rule, Jamaica finally gained its independence in 1962 Independence Day is celebrated on 6 August with huge street parties (as would imagine in Jamaica).

JAMAICA 60TH ACTIVITIES JAMAICA 60TH ACTIVITIES

LEADERSHIP CONVENTION LEADERSHIP CONVENTION

Leadership Conference (LEADCON) 2022 was held in Indianapolis in the United States from August 4th to August 7th. At LEADCON, I learned how to better serve and represent our amazing district.

Throughout LEADCON I took part in a number of important sessions, led by some amazing and dedicated people, this included:

Servant Leadership - Linda Kirby Social Media Decorum Key Club 2.0 - Paul Palazzolo

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SELFIES WALL LEADCON SELFIES WALL

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SELFIES WALL LEADCON SELFIES WALL

YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES FUND YOUTH OPPORTUNITIES FUND keyclubinternational

The YOF, or Youth Opportunities Fund is a Key Club endowment fund housed under the Kiwani's Children's Fund. YOF grants can help you take action. Look around and identify the service that needs to be done in your school, community or the world Then apply for a grant.

Grant basics

YOF grants are given only to Key Clubs. Grants are not given to divisions or districts. Grant amounts between US$250 to US$2,000 may be requested. There are two opportunities per year to apply for a grant from the Youth Opportunities Fund.

The applications for the first cycle must be received by October 15 at 11:59 p.m. EDT. The applications for the second cycle must be received by March 1 at 11:59 p.m. EST.

A club cannot receive more than one grant per Key Club year. Applications are reviewed by a Key Club International Board committee. Grant applicants are emailed about outcomes and a list of grant recipients is posted online four weeks following the application deadline (I.e., November and April). The previous year’s dues must be paid before YOF grant checks can be issued. A YOF Final Grant Report is due at the end of the grant cycle to qualify a club for future funding.

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GLOBAL LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE GLOBAL LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE

Key Club International is introducing the Global Leadership Certificate program for members. Through videos, assessments, resources and activities, you’ll learn how to get your voice heard and your community’s concerns met.

You’ll have access to up to 39 courses on topics ranging from building meaningful relationships, strategic vs tactical leadership, self-awareness, inclusion, civic engagement and being an agent for change.

Work at your own pace to supercharge your leadership abilities.

The courses are based on Key Club’s core values of fellowship, leadership and service. You’ll learn traditional skills as well as in-demand soft skills such as emotional intelligence, empathy, resiliency and more This program won’t just help you stand out as a candidate for colleges/grad school, trade schools or employers it will help you become a stronger leaderand changemaker.

THE KIWANIS FAMILY THE KIWANIS FAMILY

ADULTS

Kiwanis International is a global community of clubs, members, and partners dedicated to improving the lives of children one community at a time.

COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

Circle K International is a worldwide service organization. It promotes service, leadership, and fellowship. Its motto is "Live to Serve, Love to Serve".

AGES 11 14

Builder's Club members work together to develop servant leadership skills as they serve their school and community. Their motto is "Building Leaders".

AGES 5 10

K Kids is a service leadership program for the youngest out there. It teaches children the value of helping others and their motto is "We

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KEY CLUB 101 KEY CLUB 101 HISTORY

Key Club was started by Albert C. Olney & Frank C. Vincent on May 7, 1925 at Sacramento High School which still exists as a Key Club today. They approached a neighboring Kiwanis club to help charter a similar club for service at their high school. The club was comprised of the key boys in the school, willing to serve the school in any way possible and to create better school spirit – hence the name Key Club. In 1943, Key Club reached international status and Malcolm Lewis became the 1st president

MISSION STATEMENT

Key Club is an international, student-led organization that provides its members with opportunities to provide service, build character and develop leadership.

CORE VALUES

Leadership » Leadership is grounded in humility and service to others. A true leader listens, recognizes, and empowers.

Character Building » Character is built by everyday acts of kindness, integrity and teamwork to grow stronger relationships and communities.

Caring » Compassion for others is a cornerstone of the Key Club experience, inspiring action and service to one’s community.

Inclusiveness » We welcome people of all backgrounds and ethnicities to join in serving and making a positive difference in our world.

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STRUCTURE OF KEY CLUB

A HIGH SCHOOL IS CHARTERED ON THE CLUB LEVEL.

At the most basic level, the club level of Key Club is composed of members from a high school and its officers These officers include, but are not limited to, Presidents, Vice Presidents, Secretaries, Treasurers, and Editors.

CLUBS MAKE UP A DIVISION.

About 1 15 clubs make up a whole division. The leader of a division is called the Lieutenant Governor (LTG/ LG) who serves as a liaison between clubs and the KCJA District. There are currently seven (7) divisions in the KCJA District.

DIVISIONS MAKE UP A DISTRICT.

All divisions make up the KCJA District. KCJA stands for Key Club Jamaica. YOUR club and all other clubs are part of the KCJA District. The District Board is composed of 7 Lieutenant Governors, the appointed Leadership Team (LT), and the District Executives (District Governor and District Secretary-Treasurer). The KCJA District has our own mascot, the Humming Bird, and our own colours, yellow and black.

3 DISTRICTS MAKE UP A SISTRICT.

A sistrict, also formally known as a “sister district,” are three districts within Key Club International Sistricts are used on the International level where International Trustees are assigned their own sistrict. International trustees act as a liaison between their sistrict and Key Club International. For the 2022-23 term, our sistrict is Mi-Ken-Ja (a combination of the Michigan District, the Kentucky-Tennessee District, and the Jamaica District). Our International Trustee is Kavya Sriram.

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STRUCTURE OF KEY CLUB

ALL DISTRICTS MAKE UP THE INTERNATIONAL LEVEL.

Key Club International consists of 32 Districts (and counting). The International Board is made up of the International President, International Vice President, and 11 International Trustees. The International Council is made up of the International Board and 32 District Governors. See a picture of the International Council below.

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ICC - BEACH CLEAN UP ICC - BEACH CLEAN UP

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Governor Khijani (then Club Treasurer of Kingston College Key Club ) at International Coastal Cleanup Day 2019, also pictured is the St Jago High School and the Hampton School Key Clubbers at ICC Day 2019 International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) is one of the world's largest annual preservation and protection events and volunteer efforts for our ocean, waves and beaches.

Environment Trust (JET) are the hosts and national coordinators of ICC Day here in Jamaica, they are supported by the Tourism Enhancement Fund (TEF) and Ocean Conservancy.

Key Club Jamaica District has registered to be a Site Coordinator for this years ICC Day. In the next issue and through Lieutenant Governors (LTGs), clubs and Key Clubbers will find out about the registration process with the District.

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IMPORTANT

DATES TO NOTE IMPORTANT DATES TO NOTE

SEPTEMBER

International Day of Charity: 5th

International Literacy Day: 8th

World Suicide Prevention Day: 10th

International Coastal Cleanup Day: 17th Divisional Training Conference Division 3: 24th World Heart Day: 29th

OCTOBER

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

ADHD Awareness Month

National Heroes Day: 17th

Kiwanis One Day: 22nd

Circle K International Week: 17th - 21st

NOVEMBER

District Church Service: 6th

Key Club Week: 6th. - 12th

DECEMBER

World AIDS Day: 1st

International Volunteer Day: 5th

Christmas Day: 25th

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INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS INTERNATIONAL PARTNERS

PREFERRED CHARITIES

VISION PARTNERS

MAJOR EMPHASIS

In 1946, the organization was challenged to build a program to bring together all Key Clubs and members to focus energies on making an international impact This program is still followed today through the Major Emphasis: Children: Their Future, Our Focus.

To fulfill the Major Emphasis, Key Club International serves children in many ways. By working with Key Club International's partner organizations, Key Clubs serve children by aiding other organizations committed to serving children. Key Club International celebrates its three partnerships: UNICEF, March of Dimes, and Children's Miracle Network.

The Key Club service initiative is another element of the Major Emphasis and is created on a two-year basis. All of the hands-on service provided to children by Key Club International members is directed to a single area of need, to make a substantial impact.