Florida Key Club's Sunshine Source Vol X No 3 Sep 2014

The Sunshine
Source
September 2014 www.floridakeyclub.org Volume X Issue 3
Meet Your
International
Trustee
Keys to
Excellence
Service
in the School
Year

03 Editor’s Message
04 Governor’s Message
05 Frequently Asked Questions
06 Get to Know Your Executive Committee
08 Meet Your International Trustee
11 Fall Board Recap
12 Keys to Excellence
16 The Final Countdown
18 KCKC
20 Service in the School Year
24 Dues in Detail
25 Do You Know the Objects of Key Club
International?
26 Club Spotlight

Editor’s Message
Key Clubbers,
As Summer ends, I hope that everyone has
had an amazing break filled with fun, rest, and
service. While your days are now composed of
school, do not forget to make time to serve others.
Whether it’s assisting at parent’s night or
helping teachers set up their rooms, we, as Key
Clubbers, ought to strive to help those in need.
For more service project examples, check out
the “Service in the School Year” article! Thank
you to the clubs featured in this issue for planning
incredible service projects. If your club is interested
in being featured in the next Sunshine
Source or if you have any questions regarding
this issue, feel free to let me know.
Yours in friendship and service,
Katt Crowdis
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Servant Leaders,
Time flies when you’re having fun! It is hard to believe that summer
is gone, and we will all be returning to the daily grind of writing
papers, reading books, solving math problems that take an entire
two pages of paper, and all of the other wonderful things we, as
students, take on in our quest for knowledge. I hope that you have
had a nice break from school and that you had the opportunity to
really get involved with your communities and connect with others
in a way you previously were unable to! As we go back to school
and are once again consumed with assignments, tests, and for seniors,
college applications, let’s keep in mind that its people that are
most important. Make time for your family, keep in touch with your
friends, and never lose contact with those we serve. Our communities
are made immensely better by the time and love we put into
improving other people’s lives. Continue to improve others’ lives
and make a difference because we are all part of the BEST high
school service organization in the world! Please make a conscious
effort over the next school year to fundraise a bit of extra money for
The Eliminate Project and to spend a day working with your Aktion
clubs or a special needs organization in your community! Not only
are you bettering the lives of those in your communities, but you are
saving lives across the world. This is our year Key Clubbers! Let’s soar
to new heights!
Yours in service and friendship,
Lauren McAllister

Frequently Asked Questions
1. When is the best time to look at awards for DCON?
Your club should start looking at award applications now! By
starting off this year with a clear idea of what it takes to receive
theawards, your club is more likely to achieve success. Pre-DCON
award forms are due March 13th, so check out the applications at
http://floridakeyclub.org/awards-and-contests/ so you can plan
your year!
2. I become really uncomfortable when I am up in front of
my club speaking. What are some public speaking tips?
It’s totally normal to have nerves when talking to any large
crowd. Follow these tips to make your presentation as successful as
possible:
Have consistent eye contact with people throughout the room
Make sure your facial expression, body language, and posture
convey excitement and energy
It’s okay to use your hands, but make sure your gestures are not
distracting to your audience
See yourself calm, confident, and relaxed (SMILE!!)
Speak to the audience and NOT to the visual aids, such a projector
or handout
Be prepared and have a clear idea of what you are going to say
and discuss
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Get to Know Your
Executive Board
Hello, Mighty, Mighty Florida District! My name is Lauren McAllister
and I serve as your 2014-2015 District Governor. As part of my
role, I work with all of our District officers to ensure their success,
form committees, and serve as the representative for the Florida District
of Key Club International. I am from Tampa, Florida, and I attend
Wharton High School as a Senior (GO CLASS OF 2015!!) In my
very limited free time, I like spending time with my family and boyfriend,
singing in my Church choir, and photography. I cannot wait to
meet as many of you as possible during Spring Zone Rally season! I'm
going to DCON. Are you?!
Hey there Florida District! My name is Alex Sanchez and I am
the 2014-2015 District Secretary. As the District Secretary, my position
includes taking minutes during Board meetings and conference calls,
assisting club secretaries with their positions, and assisting the District
Board with anything of need. Aside from this, I'm a rising Senior at
Osceola High School (which is 15 minutes away from Disney, however,
I've never been there), I am the ultimate band geek, and I really like
birds. A lot. If you have any questions, or just feel like saying hi, feel
free to email me! I hope we get to meet at DCON :)
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Hi Key Clubbers! My name is Nick and I am serving as your District
Treasurer. My job includes: facilitating the dues process for all
clubs and creating and executing the District budget. Personally, I like
to listen to music and hang out with my friends at Starbucks (soy iced
coffee is where it's at). If I'm not there, I'm probably in class or sleeping,
which is probably my favorite hobby. I look forward to working
with each and every one of you. Let's make this a successful year!

Hey Key Clubbers! My name is Matthew Bonachea and I am the
District Webmaster for the 2014-2015 year. As the District Webmaster, I
am in charge of updating the district's website with relevant and reliable
information. Be sure to contact me for any techy help, I won't bite! I attend
Somerset Arts Conservatory in Pembroke Pines and tend to enjoy
late night Netflix binges, caramel macchiatos, and spending time with
friends. Make sure to stop by and say "Hi!" at DCON!
Hi Florida District! My name is Katt Crowdis and I have the pleasure
and honor of serving you all as your District Editor. As District Editor,
it is my job to create The Sunshine Source (which is what you are
reading right now) and serve as head of public relations for the district.
I am a rising Senior at Gulf Breeze High School, and I really love Taco
Bell, coffee, and traveling . I cannot wait to see you all at DCON!
Hello Key Clubbers! My name is Kubra Khan and I am the Executive
Assistant. As the Executive Assistant, I help all of the Executive
Committee with a variety of task as needed. I am in the health professions
magnet program at Tampa Bay Tech. I enjoy reading, drinking tea,
and outdoor activities! I hope we get to meet at DCON! (:
Greetings Florida District Service Leaders! My name is David
McCampbell. As Key Club District Administrator, I am a non-voting
member of the Key Club district board’s Executive Committee where I
provide guidance to your district trustees. My Kiwanis family involvement
began when I joined Key Club at 14 years old exactly 45 years ago
this year. I also served as a Key Club president (Cardinal Newman), a
Circle K district governor (Wake Forest University and Appalachian
State University), and a Kiwanis club charter president (Starke, Florida).
As District Administrator, I have the best volunteer job in Kiwanis.
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Meet Your International
Trustee
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Laken Kelly

Trustee Message
Hello, Florida District Key Clubbers! I hope that you’ve
all had a wonderful summer, and, for those of you that
attended International Convention, I hope you had a life
changing experience. My name is Laken Kelly and I am
the lucky girl who has been given the opportunity to
serve this year as a Key Club International Trustee to the
Florida, Missouri-Arkansas, and West Virginia Districts of
Key Club International.
I live in Ogdensburg, New York, a small town within
the mighty New York District of Key Club International. I
served as both a Lieutenant Governor during the 2013-
2014 service year, and as a Club Secretary during the
2012-2013 service year. I never realized how simple it was
to make an impact within the community until I joined
Key Club, and ever since I became a member my freshman
year, I’ve always had a passion for helping those
around me. Being elected International Trustee was truly
a dream come true. It is an honor to be able to serve so
many people across the largest student service organization
in the world, and I hope to give back to the members
who elected me to this position by accomplishing all
of the goals I set forth in my campaign. Some of you who
attended ICON may remember my platform, which advertised
the simple idea that every Key Club member is a
STAR. Within that platform, I had four main goals:
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Successfully bridge the gap
Turn up communications
Advertise The Eliminate Project
Revitalize personal relationships
I have no doubt that with the support of my three amazing
districts, achieving all of this will be no problem!
For those of you who aren’t really sure what an International
Trustee does, it is my job to serve as the liaison between
the District and International levels of Key Club. This
means that throughout the year, I will do my best to keep
you updated on all of the happenings on the International
level. Additionally, I am always available if you have any
Key Club related questions, and can be contacted at
lakenkelly@nydkc.org. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me!
In closing, I want to thank you for trusting me to serve
as your International Trustee this year. Remember to always
contact me if you have any comments, questions, or concerns.
I’m looking forward to a wonderful year!
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On August 1st through August 3rd, the Florida District Board of Trustees
met in Tampa for training and to develop plans for the District of Florida. During
the weekend, committees finalized resources, raised money for The Eliminate
Project through a pie auction,
and approved the 2014-
2015 budget. The Florida District
Board also had the honor
of being visited by our International
Trustee Laken Kelly!
Many hugs and goodbyes were
given after the board meeting
on Sunday, as everyone headed
home ready to apply what they
learned to their roles.
Zone C Administer Sara Matukiatus with LTG
Taylor Paddock after the pie auction
“The August Board Meeting was an
amazing experience! Though I didn't
get to spend much time in my super comfortable bed, I did have plenty of time to bond
with my second family. Aside from being productive and getting things done, we were also
taught several leadership concepts that I will use throughout my life. One of the most impactful
presentations of the weekend was learning proper table etiquette; I’ll never pass
the bread wrong again! After sharing
many laughs, smiles, and hugs
with my fellow board members, it
was so difficult to say goodbye. Although
the wait until the January
board meeting will be a long one, I
know that it’ll be well worth it."
—District Webmaster Matthew
Bonachea
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The Education and Membership Development Comm
It is that time of year again! School is just around the corner, and Key Cl
back in session. By following these simple steps you will be on the right t
year of service!
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Step 1: Attend your zone’s Key Club Kick-Off
Attending KCKC will provide you with training
and information that will help you with your year
of service. KCKC will also provide you with an opportunities
to meet other clubs in your zone and
learn from their experiences.
Step 2: Understand Key Club’s Structure
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in every
division, there is a Lieutenant Gover
nor who is the liaison between the division
and the district. A zone is composed
of several divisions. Multiple zones make
up a Key Club District. The Mighty
Mighty Florida District of Key Club is one
of the largest and oldest districts. The
Florida District is one out of thirty-three
districts that together, make up Key Club
International. On the Key Club International
board there are eleven International
Trustees, an International Vice President,
and an International President.
Step 3: Motivate Your Membership
Be positive and encouraging. By being
warm and inviting to members and
students at your school, you will encourage
people to join and enjoy doing service.
Additionally, provide service projects
frequently to keep members engaged in
the club. Service is one of the main reasons
members join and become involved
in Key Club. For service project ideas,
there are many resources on the Florida
Key Club website and in any issue of The
Sunshine Source.
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Another way to motivate your
members is to provide awards or
leadership opportunities to encourage
members to go above and
beyond the call to service. By having
a “Member of the Month” or
having committee chair positions,
members will want to become
more involved in your club.
Step 4: Recruitment Drives
One way to increase membership
throughout the year is to
host membership drives at school.
Targeting freshman at orientation
with a colorful and eye-catchy
booth is a great example of how
your club can increase its membership.
For recruitment drives, it
is encouraged that you have flyers
and resources for prospective
members. This will help them understand
what Key Club is (we are
not a club for making keys after
all) and when meetings are scheduled.
Step 5: Make Meetings and
Service Projects Fun
By doing icebreakers, energizers,
games, playing music, or by
bringing food, you can make your
events exciting and fun. Another
way to make meetings more interesting
is to invite a guest speaker.
A Kiwanian or a charity organizer
can be great speakers for your
meetings. Also, by hosting competitions
in your club (Ex: who can
raise the most money for The
Eliminate Project) and offering an
award, your members can become
more engaged.
Step 6: Be Prepared at Meetings
Making a clear, full agenda
for each meeting allows both officers
and members to stay focused.
It is not recommended to have the
agenda on a phone; instead, it is
beneficial to make copies and pass
them out at the door or have it on
a board that everyone can see.

Another way to be more prepared
in your meetings is to use
graphic presentations such as Powerpoints,
videos, and photos. This will
not only be more entertaining for
your members, but it will also keep
you on track on what you would like
to share with your club. Keep in
mind that both Key Club International
and the Florida District have
YouTube channels filled with great
videos to share.
Step 7: Have Scheduled Meetings
Consistent meetings are vital to
having strong attendance and high
membership. At the beginning of
the year, make a plan and stick to it.
Try to avoid moving or canceling
meetings out of respect for your
members’ time.
Step 8: Ask for Help When Needed
You have multiple resources
available to you so ask for assistance
when necessary! You can talk to
your Faculty Advisor, Kiwanis
Advisor, Lieutenant Governor,
president of your Kiwanis Club,
Zone Administrator, District Administrator,
any Executive Board
Officer, or check out floridakeyclub.org
when you are in need
of assistance.
As leaders, our goal is to work
together to achieve our visions; we
are the definition of a team. When
you ask for help from your teammates,
it is not a sign of weakness
but recognizing that there are other
people who want to help you succeed.
For more information about
ways to strengthen your club, contact
the Education and Membership
Development Committee
Chair Stephan Jakson at division20a@floridakeyclub.org
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THE FINAL COUNTDOWN
Maternal and neonatal tetanus is a usually fatal branch of tetanus
that causes convulsions and heightened sensitivity to the mother
and children affected. It is contracted when tetanus spores from soil
come in contact with open cuts during childbirth, which usually occurs
when unsafe birthing techniques and unsterilized equipment are
used. Because of this, maternal and neonatal tetanus is especially
rampant in under-developed countries in Asia and Africa, killing
thousands of mothers and over 60,000 newborns yearly.
So tragic is this disease that all branches of the Kiwanis family,
partnered with UNICEF, have made it their mission to completely
eliminate this disease from the world by 2015. This means that this is
the last year for The Eliminate Project. A simple vaccination administered
in three doses to the mother will create an immunization to this
disease that is passed down from generation to generation. Each
administration of the vaccine costs 60¢. Just $1.80 can protect a
women and all her future babies from maternal and neonatal tetanus.
As of right now, only 24 countries throughout the world still harbor
this deadly disease. Over 100 million mothers in these places need to
be immunized, which will cost an estimated $110 million. This amount
is very possible to raise; the Kiwanis family has already raised over
$60 million of it through The Eliminate Project thus far!
We have immensely knowledgeable medical professionals who
can inform people about sanitary birthing practices. We have the
vaccine. We have improved, innovative technology to help deliver
it. Now we just need the money. How can you contribute? By working
with your Key Club and fundraising, fundraising, fundraising! If
every member of the Florida District of Key Club International stays
determined and does their part, our District goal of $110,000 for this
service year can easily be met. So, let’s work together. Let’s eliminate
maternal and neonatal tetanus.
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It’s KCKC Time!
With the school year just beginning, KCKC’s are
right around the corner! What better way to learn more
about Key Club, whether you are a new member or returning,
than attending your zone’s Key Club Kick-off
Conference (KCKC).
Alongside other members from your zone, you will
be able to build your leadership and gain ideas to
make this the best year yet for your club! New officers
will also learn exactly what their roles entail and how to
make a lasting impact.
Want to know another great thing about KCKC?
This is where the 2015 District Education and Leadership
Conference’s theme will be revealed and a formal call
to DCON will be announced!
Now is the time to start the Key Club year off rightattend
KCKC! Contact your Lieutenant Governor for
specific details, and be sure to advertise to your members
to attend this great event!
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KCKC Schedule
Division 1: September 6th at Gulf Breeze High School from 8am-
1:30pm
Division 2A/2B: September 20th at Niceville High School from
9am-2pm
Zone B: September 27th at Lawton Chiles High School from
8:30am-3pm
Zone C: September 20th at Richardson Middle School from
10am-3pm
Zone D: September 20th at University High School from 8am-1pm
Zone E: September 27th at Keiser University from 8:30am-2pm
Zone F: September 6th at Avon Park High School from 9am-
12:30pm
Zone G: September 27th at Palm Beach Central High School
from 11:30am-4pm
Zone H: October 18th at Sarasota Military Academy from 9am-
1pm
Zone I: September 27th at Lehigh Senior High School from 9am-
2pm
Zone J September 27th at Nova Southeastern University from
9am-2pm
Zone K: September 6th at Hialeah Gardens Middle School from
8am-1pm
Division 26D: September 6th at John Gray High School from
8:30am-2:30pm
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EXAMPLES OF SERVICE PROJECTS FROM ACROSS THE DISTRICT
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SNAP
This year, the Governor’s Project is
SNAP, which stands for Special Needs
Awareness Programs.
Best Buddies Friendship Walk
Division: 12
Club: Sunlake High School
Members of this Key Club helped assist
children and runners who had Intellectual
and Development Disabilities
(IDD) in a race.
Tampa Thunder Soccer Team Car
Wash
Division: 14B
Club: Jesuit High School
Jesuit Key Clubbers helped a wheelchair
soccer team with their car wash.
The carwash was a successful fundraiser
for the soccer team.
Movie Day
Division: 4
Club: Keystone Heights High School
This Key Club planned a movie and
game day for their local Aktion Club.
By participating in fun activities with
their Kiwanis Family, Keystone
Heights Key Club strengthened the
bond between their two clubs and
made a positive impact on the lives of
the Aktion Clubbers.
Lunch Party
Division: 26D
Club: John Gray High School
Special needs students at their school
were given the opportunity to attend
a lunch event planned by the Key
Clubbers. At the event, students
played games and danced to music.
One special needs student said that
the lunch was the “best party he had

ever been to at school”.
The Eliminate
in the division, along with their local
Aktion club, held a successful carwash.
Project
With The Eliminate Project, Kiwanis
International and UNICEF have
joined forces to eliminate maternal
and neonatal tetanus. Neonatal tetanus
kills one baby every nine minutes—
nearly 60,000 newborn children every
year. A significant number of women
also die because of maternal tetanus.
The end of this one disease means the
beginning of better health for so many
families.
Paint your Parking Spot
Division: 3
Club: Lawton Chiles High School
This summer, they created a project
that allowed seniors to paint their
parking spots for $20. All the proceeds
went towards The Eliminate Project.
Carwash for Eliminate
Division: 26A
At a divisional project, Key Clubbers
Chocolate Sale
Division: 25A
Club: Miami Lakes Educational Center
Key Clubbers sold chocolate throughout
their school to raise funds to eliminate
maternal and neonatal tetanus.
Children’s
Miracle Network
Children’s Miracle Network Hospital is
a nonprofit organization that raises
money to benefit kids and increases
the awareness of its member hospitals
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in the world.
Get-well Cards
Division: 3
Club: Florida State High School
Students at Florida State High Key
Clubbers wrote cards at their meeting
for children staying in a Tallahassee
CMN hospital. The cards were then
delivered by Key Clubbers later in the
week.
Assisting at a Hospital
Division: 25B
Club: Our Lady of Lourdes Academy
Students volunteered at their local
Children’s Miracle Network Hospital
by doing a variety of tasks such as
cleaning and helping patients.
March of Dimes
The mission of March of Dimes is to
improve the health of babies by preventing
birth defects, premature
births, and infant mortality.
Purple Fundraiser
Division: 25A
Club: Mater Academy Charter
Along with their local Builder’s club,
Mater Academy Key Club sold purple
paper baby bottles and purple candy
for March of Dimes. By selling purple
items, they also exposed the signature
color of March of Dimes to others.
Club
Fundraisers
Auction a Key Clubber Off
Division: 19A
Club: Mariner High School
Key Clubbers were auctioned to teachers
to assist them with any thing they
needed. Most of the students helped
the teachers clean their rooms.
Donut Fundraiser
Division: 2B
Club: Bozeman High School
Students sold and delivered donuts as
a fundraiser in the mornings to teachers,
students, and parents.
Bagel Sale
Division: 26A

Club: Doral Academy Charter High
School
Students sold bagels to raise funds for
their new Key Club year.
Community
Service
Ronald McDonald House
Division: 1
Club: Gulf Breeze High School
Members from this club went to their
local Ronald McDonald House to
help cook a meal for the families staying
there.
Go Green
Division: 2A
Club: Silver Sands High School
Silver Sands Key Club gathered, sorted,
and transported all recycled material
in their school.
Fire Safety
Division: 5
Club: Darnell Cookman High School
Key Clubbers volunteered at a fire
prevention safety demonstration
where they taught children about fire
safety and assisted with facilitating the
event.
Caring for Our Troops
Division: 15B
Club: Sebring High School
They held a drive outside of their local
Walmart accepting donations of
non-perishable food items and money.
Any money donated was then used to
purchase more food for the troops. At
the drive, Key Clubbers also passed
out informational flyers about the service
project.
Peace Cranes
Division: 17
Club: Braden River High School
During their weekly meeting, Key
Clubbers made origami cranes that
were sent to Japan as Peace Cranes.
On each Peace Crane, the students
wrote a message of peace. The cranes
in Japan are placed on a monument
in honor of children who died in
wars.
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As the summer comes to an end, Key
Clubs around the world will enter ‘dues
season’. I’d like to first tell you what dues
are. Dues are at least $11.50 ($4.50 to the
District and $7.00 to Key Club International.)
Clubs may add an additional
amount to be retained by the club, such as
an additional cost for a t-shirt. The total
dues amount must be in the Club Bylaws
as approved by a two-thirds vote of the
club members. The Membership Update
Center (MUC) is used to input and update
membership information and will be open
early September. It is important for clubs
to pay dues because a Key Club must pay
dues to both the Florida District and Key
Club International in order to be in good
standing. District dues provide training for
the District Board members, travel, services
to clubs, the Florida Opportunity
fund, and general expenses. International
dues help create and distribute resources;
such as promotional materials, posters,
and the Key Club Magazine; provide membership
cards and pins; help underwrite
the cost of International Convention; and
provide recognition awards. Early Bird
Dues should be sent in by November 1st.
By sending in your dues before this deadline,
your club will receive a banner patch
and also your club treasurer will
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have a higher chance of receiving the Distinguished
Club Treasurer award. I highly
encourage all clubs to strive for Early Bird
Dues. By December 1st, all dues must be
received by Key Club International. If not,
your club will no longer be in good standing.
For clubs to pay dues, they should
head to www.floridakeyclub.org/dues,
where there is a detailed description on
the dues process. The first step is to log in
with your Faculty Advisor’s credentials.
Once logged in, the Club Secretary can
delete/add/update members for the new
year on the MUC. When the club is
ready, it can generate an invoice through
the MUC to be paid either by credit card
or check. Please keep in mind that if you
pay by credit card, it must be done immediately
after generating the invoice. When
working with the school bookkeeper, give
him or her plenty of time to send the
check to Key Club International. Please be
on the lookout for a timeline that I will be
sending to the District with tips on how to
achieve Early Bird Dues.
Should you have any questions about the
article above or anything Treasurer-related,
please feel free to email me!
Nick Azcarate
treasurer@floridakeyclub.org

Do You Know the Objects of Key
Club International?
“ I pledge on my honor to uphold the objects of Key Club International.” Every
time you say the Key Club pledge you promise to uphold the objects of Key Club International,
but do you really know what you are promising to uphold? One way to increase
your club’s understanding of the Key Club International objects is to choose an
object each meeting to show and discuss. Not only will you increase the understanding
of the Objects of Key Club International in your club, but you will also increase the
awareness that Key Club is an international service organization.
Objects of Key Club International
To develop initiative and leadership
To provide experience in living and working together
To serve the school and community
To cooperate with the school principal
To prepare for useful citizenship
To accept and promote the following ideals:
To give primacy to the human and spiritual, rather than to the material values
of life
To encourage the daily living of the Golden Rule in all human relationships
To promote the adoption and application of higher standards in scholarship, sportsmanship
and social contacts
To develop, by precept and example, a more intelligent, aggressive, and serviceable citizenship
To provide a practical means to form enduring friendships, to render unselfish service
and to build better communities
To cooperate in creating and maintaining that sound public opinion and high idealism
which makes possible the increase of righteousness, justice, patriotism and good will
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In recognition to the valuable
service that Matthew Green
wald has done by founding a
Key Club dedicated to helping
the community, Orlando Mayor
Buddy Dyer created a day in
the name of Mr. Greenwald.
Olympia Key Club is one of the
strongest Key Club’s in the Flori
da District and because of its
monumental impact on the city
of Orlando, also has a day in its
name. A huge shout-out goes
out the Olympia Key Club members for being such amazing
servant leaders and role models. This club exemplifies the core
values of Key Club and shows that WE as Key Clubbers make a
difference. For years to
come, please celebrate
July 17th as “Matthew
Greenwald Day” and
“Olympia High School Key
Club Day” and celebrate
what it truly means to be
apart of our Kiwanis Family.
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