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C N H | K E Y C L U B THE COUGAR CLAW Part of the CALI-NEV-HA, Region 5, Division 28 South Family The Official Coronado Key Club Newsletter A Letter From The Bulletin Editor April Events and April Member of the Month 2013-2014 Class Reps and OTC Chili Cook-off and Relay for Life TABLE OF CONTENTS May Calendar-Future Events Board Submissions and Contact Info Closing Credits , After just a few short weeks, my first month as the new bulletin editor has passed by really fast and has been an amazing experience so far! I’ve come to realize how much work I actually have to put into my newsletters, but each time I complete my key club work I just want to continue doing it even more. Knowing that every little thing I do to benefit the club will inevitably better our Coronado Key Club is, simply put, the best feeling in the world. My goal is to shine that light on all of you so that every single member can love this amazing club just as much as me. To all members I highly encourage you to continue to be active in the club even though the end of the year is fast approaching! We still have so many entertaining events that anyone can enjoy! Remember to finish your, to finish our, successful, fun school year out strong! With this being my last newsletter of my sophomore year, the last newsletter of this hectic school year, I wish to all of you success on your AP exams, final exams, and most importantly, to stay safe on your summer vacation, ready to volunteer, help the world, and care for others- one step at a time! Did YOU know? Dear KEY CLUBBERS, SINCERELY, MATT VILLANUEVA Key Club’s official motto is Caring- Our way Of life 4 2 8 6-7 5 3 1 1

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Coronado Key Club's May Newsletter

Transcript of The Cougar Claw Vol. 5 Issue 2

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C N H | K E Y C L U B

THE COUGAR CLAW

Part of the CALI-NEV-HA, Region 5,

Division 28 South Family

The Official Coronado Key Club

Newsletter

A Letter From The

Bulletin Editor

April Events and April

Member of the Month

2013-2014 Class Reps

and OTC

Chili Cook-off and

Relay for Life

TABLE OF CONTENTS

May Calendar-Future

Events

Board Submissions

and Contact Info

Closing Credits

,

After just a few short weeks, my first month as the new bulletin editor has passed by really fast and has been an amazing experience so far! I’ve come to realize how much work I actually have to put into my newsletters, but each time I complete my key club work I just want to continue doing it even more. Knowing that every little thing I do to benefit the club will inevitably better our Coronado Key Club is, simply put, the best feeling in the world. My goal is to shine that light on all of you so that every single member can love this amazing club just as much as me.

To all members I highly encourage you to continue to be active in the club even though the end of the year is fast approaching! We still have so many entertaining events that anyone can enjoy! Remember to finish your, to finish our, successful, fun school year out strong! With this being my last newsletter of my sophomore year, the last newsletter of this hectic school year, I wish to all of you success on your AP exams, final exams, and most importantly, to stay safe on your summer vacation, ready to volunteer, help the world, and care for others- one step at a time!

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Dear KEY CLUBBERS,

SINCERELY,

MATT VILLANUEVA

Key Club’s

official motto is

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Our way

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-A Look Back

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April

Rachel Oshiro, sophomore: Her dedication, her perseverance, and her productivity has amazed everyone on board. She has perfect attendance on all key club meetings, as well as the events provided by the club. Rachel has decided to also run for class representative, as well as s division assistant. Her dedication for the club exceeds most of the members out there, and she is someone most of us can look up to as well.

Congratulations!

Thank you to all of the members that attended

the Charlotte’s Web Play at The Pavilion from

Friday, April 19th to Sunday, April 21st. Although there

weren’t many volunteers there, we graciously thank

you for your participation and dedication!

-Matt Villanueva,

Coronado KC Bulletin Editor

On Friday, April 26th I fortunately attended the Hands are for Holding- Child Abuse Prevention Activities at Nevada’s Children Center. At this very unique event, I volunteered as a buddy to the children, participating in various games and sports! Actually holding these kids’ hands and experiencing all of the activities with them made me realize that these kinds of events are exactly what I came to key club for- to help everyone. At first I felt at odds because this event was so different from all other service events, but once I realized that my sole visit could make these kids’ day, make these kids’ weekend, I felt so much excitement and pride in volunteering. It may have only been one day and only one visit, but this event really changed my outlook on my life and life in general!

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Member of the Month

When: Friday, April 26th

Time: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM

Where: Nevada Children’s

Center

Hands Are For Holding

know?

We give Special Thanks!

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|Sophomore Rep| |Junior Rep| |Senior Rep|

OTC was a very successful event! I learned so much about my duties as Bulletin Editor that I hadn’t been taught previously. Even though I thought OTC would just be a review of all I learned, it was actually much more than that. I learned more about my job, forged so many new Key Club friendships, created lasting memories, and to top it all off, participated in a service event to make sleeping bags for homeless teens!

-Matt Villanueva Coronado KC Bulletin Editor

My very first OTC was held at Liberty and the experience I took with me was something unforgettable. Although I did not feel well the day we had OTC, I tried to make the best of the situation. I learned new things that I will apply throughout my term, and met multiple people that have helped expand my group of Key Club friends. However, the convivial day did not end there; all the new elected officers of clubs all over our region bonded together and cooperated in making mats for the homeless. What I took out of OTC wasn't simply knowledge on my position, but love and trust of my fellow Key Club Officers.

-Kayla Arceo

Coronado KC VP To Sec. A

April

When: Saturday, April 27th

Time: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM

Where: Liberty High School

Officer Training Conference

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“Relay for life was a very inspirational event.

Appreciating the little things is one of the many great aspects Relay has to offer for us, for

we never know what obstacles we

may encounter.”

-Jeremiah Mangubat, Coronado

KC Member

May

When: Saturday, May 10th

Time: 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM

Where: Sunset Park

Project Eliminate Chili Cookoff

know?

Viet Nguyen serves his chili, “the Nguyener,” to various judges. Despite not winning the competition, Coronado Key Club helped raise a substantial amount of money for Project Eliminate!

WHEN: May 18-May 19

WHERE: Liberty High School

WHAT:

-Celebrate: What

participants and survivors have

overcome!

-Remember: People who

lost to cancer and honor those

fighting against it.

-Fight Back: Inspires Relay

participants to take action.

Relay For Life

As Relay commences, the Luminaria Ceremony begins with the lighting of each paper bag to commemorate those who have lost to and/or are fighting against cancer.

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Final K1 Day

May DCM

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Kick Ball

Tournament

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Hawaiian Grill

Fundraiser

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Hawaiian Grill

Fundraiser

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Hawaiian Grill

Fundraiser

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May DCM

WHEN: Tuesday, May 21st

WHERE: Liberty High School

Our second DCM of the year will be held at

LHS! The more members that attend, the

more panda points we get, so please try

your best to attend (12 max).

Hawaiian Grill Fundraiser

WHEN: May 24th – May 26th

WHERE: 9400 S. Eastern Ave. #102

HOURS GIVEN: None

In the weeks prior, we will be selling tickets

for Island Sushi and Grill. These tickets will be

redeemed on the dates specified, and a

portion of the income will be given to

Coronado Key Club!

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May

Final K1 Day

WHEN: Tuesday, May 21st

WHERE: Coronado High School

HOURS GIVEN: 1 Club Hour

After our Key Club meeting, our club with the help of

other clubs, will be completing our last K1 Day event!

Spread the word and please attend as we need as

much volunteers as possible!

Kick Ball Tournament

WHEN: Wednesday, May 22nd from 3-5 P.M.

WHERE: Coronado High School gym

Make your team now! There is a max of 6 people per

team; $3 to join, $2 to spectator. The length of the

event will depend on the amount of teams, so sign up

now! We will be selling concessions there as well!

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-Board Submissions

As the school year comes to close, look back at everything achieved this year in Key Club. How was your personal experience in everything Key Club?

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What Does the Board Think?

Although I thought my freshman year in Key Club couldn’t be surpassed, that’s exactly what my sophomore year did. Never before in my life had I felt so bound to a club by my respect for its people, its values, and its acts of assistance. From making countless friends in Key Club to being voted as the new Bulletin Editor, from becoming a better leader to exalting my pride for Key Club by cheering- from all these actions, I honestly feel like the words fulfilling, successful, and fun aren’t strong enough to display my feelings towards this amazing Key Club year!

-Matt Villanueva, Bulletin Editor

Key Club forged this unique meaning in my life since the day I willingly walked into the room. Throughout the year I strived to not only avail my fellow members, but to inspire them to discover this passion for Key Club. The apprehension of this entire year abides everything I perceived for not only myself, but the club as a whole. The effort each individual embedded into service impressed me, and sanctioned me to be devoted to Key Club. Our Key Club year composed a true and unforgettable meaning into my life I yearn to remember forever.

-Kayla Arceo, VP of Sec. A

Key Club, like always, has been a life-changing experience. I feel that I am constantly learning something whether it's regarding communication or life tips. Although I struggled in the beginning of the year planning for the club with the board, our countless bickering and hard work paid off as the year became what I deem as successful. I personally don't think a club can be perfect, but Coronado came pretty darn close. Of course, it couldn't have been successful without the teamwork of the board and the members!

-Brenda Tran, Vice

President

To be honest, I was extremely discouraged from Key Club after losing elections, being butt-hurt and feeling resentment towards the board. Realizing that it was for the best, I continued Key Club as a member and wanted to continue in it further. I'm glad I did. Key Club is not about being superior to everyone else, but to be connected through service. I do feel like I accomplished my goal in Key Club: to express my love for this club as a leader. Looking back, I did really enjoy my Key Club year, though I felt as if the board needed some work, and I feel as if this year's board will do an amazing job.

-Jocelyn To, Treasurer

My experience with Key Club has been incredibly unforgettable this year. Starting as an officer for this year had made me more involved in Key Club, and gain more knowledge about our fellow Kiwanis. This year, was exceptionally successful for me, as I achieved presidency, I also accomplished to meet new people and get closer to my members. It was very unexpected, to be completely honest, to do so much for a club this year in high school. To stand in front of people, speak to them comfortably, and search opportunities for them to improve their leadership and involvement--it’s a different feeling. But very satisfactory.

-Sergio Linares, President

This past year in Key Club has definitely been a learning experience for me. Within my first year of being on board, I have gained more leadership experience and knowledge about our club. Although there were ups and downs, I am satisfied with all of our achievements as a club. I am happy to have received so many great opportunities and I met so many inspirational people along the way. I'm so excited to see what I can accomplish in the future!

-Sabrina Fairfoot, Secretary A

My year in key club ended up being much more successful and exciting than I thought it would be. Key Club has always given me opportunities from meeting new friends to helping the community through service. Just in a blink of an eye, months of going to unforgettable service events has gone by. I never expected our club to have the amount of members we have, which is actually quite larger than other key clubs. The amount of members who show up and participate in all the events, truly shows how successful our key club has been. Although this school year may be coming to an end, a new year of bettering our school key club and the community has already begun.

-Abbygail Feliciano, SAA

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-Questions, Comments, or Concerns?

SERGEANT-AT-ARMS: ABBY FELICIANO

[email protected]

SOPHOMORE REP: ALYSSA LORENZO

[email protected]

JUNIOR REP: ALLY DANLAG

[email protected]

SENIOR REP: ANNE B. REYES

[email protected]

ADVISOR: MR. BOLIN

[email protected]

ADVISOR: MS. YEATON

[email protected]

KIWANIS ADVISOR: MR. HOFFMANS

[email protected]

Contact Us!

This is my first Key Club experience- I actually joined it because everyone says it’s good for college applications but as I went to different events, I realized that it's not just about that. In order to serve or volunteer, you have to know who you're working for; understand them and know what they're experiencing. Yes, it's hard to wake up early in the morning, however, it'll be paid off not only because we're enjoying, but also we, sometimes, don't know that we're helping someone in need. Everything happened in this club this year became one of my good memories.

-Alyssa Lorenzo, Sophomore

Rep

Key Club this year has been a more enjoyable experience than previous years. I expected the year to be spectacular and spectacular is what it was. I got to participate in more events than I have before. I met a lot of new people, experienced new experiences, & learned many lessons. I believe that this school year was successful and full of fun. Since my freshman year, I’ve suggested a car wash & we did not only one, but two and I enjoyed it. I'm looking forward to the upcoming year & I’m expecting it to be more delightful than this year has been.

-Anne B. Reyes,

Senior Rep

I did not expect to learn to love a club, yet throughout my first year in Key Club I found myself nodding my head to the ideologies and characteristics expounded upon that I so admire in human beings. The influence Coronado Key Club has on me is astounding! At the beginning of the year I found myself as a hesitant member. Today I find myself as a confident Junior Class Representative and building my leadership qualities every day. Events such as the Thin Mint Sprint, the Spring Carnival, K-1 Day, Hands are for Holding, and others contribute to my overall balance with school work, sports, as well as clubs and activities within and outside of school. I have witnessed the amazing work the Board members do, and I cannot wait to expand my horizons with them in the next 2013-2014 year of Coronado Key Club.

-Ally Danlag, Junior Rep

PRESIDENT: SERGIO LINARES

[email protected]

VICE PRESIDENT: BRENDA TRAN

[email protected]

SECRETARY A: SABRINA FAIRFOOT

[email protected]

VP OF SEC A: KAYLA ARCEO

[email protected]

TREASURER: JOCELYN TO

[email protected]

BULLETIN EDITOR: MATT VILLANUEVA

[email protected]

Hey guys! Make sure you write a 5 sentence article about, or take 4 pictures of, an event so that you can get an extra hour!

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