Narwhal News

February 2013 Volume 2 Issue 1

“Caring- Our Way of Life”

Dana Brough helps Cal Poly decorate their Rose Parade Float.

3570 Cochran Street Simi Valley, CA | (805) 520-6800 Division 42 East | Region 10 | Cali-Nev-Ha

Santa Susana High School Key Club

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In This Issue…

• Past Events Page 3

• Call to DCON Page 4

• Upcoming Events Page 5

• Our KEY Family Page 6-7

• Calendar Page 8

• Contact Info Page 9

• Message from the Editor

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Hello, Narwhals! It is now February, only less than two

months left of the 2012-13 Key Club year! I know, so sad! With that said, we will be holding club elections this month to elect your club leaders for the 2013-14 Key Club year. The month of February is a very important month for Key Club as we prepare for the transition of powers and prepare for District Convention. I would to say thank you to all of the members for making this year THE BEST year for Santa Susana Key Club. Our club would not be the same without you. Keep serving and keep leading because you are all amazing. Swimming in service, Paolo Recto Santa Susana Key Club President 2012-13

President’s Message

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Past Events The Decorating of Tuxedo Air Submitted by Dana Brough, Grade 10

On December 27th, 28th, and 30th, I went to Pasadena and helped the Cal Poly students decorate their Rose Parade float. Their float was titled “Tuxedo Air” and focused on the idea of penguins learning how to fly, thus embodying the theme of the parade - Oh, the places you’ll go! There were five major scenes on the float: a classroom with a professor and three students, a lab scene with three penguins testing flight simulation, a central runway ramp with one large penguin about to fly off it, two penguins in the front (one waving lights for “Yes,” and one waving flags for “No”), and a mother holding onto her baby that is about to fly away with balloons. Over the course of these three days, I put black seaweed on the two penguins in the front, put squares of cornhusk on two crates, worked with spider chrysanthemums, and put orange marigolds on a windsock. Although the work involved an excessive amount of detail and working with industrial glue that will NOT come out of your clothes, I definitely enjoyed the experience. I got the chance to work with college students as well as people from across the United States.

When the float finally turned the corner on parade day, I felt ecstatic seeing everything that I decorated. “Tuxedo Air” even won the Bob Hope Humor Award for having the most comical concept. Working with the Cal Poly students was an experience I will never forget, and I will definitely come back this year in 2013 to help with their next float.

Change of Heart Submitted by Brianna Scranton, Grade 9 For the past few months, I have been volunteering at A Change of Heart Animal Rescue every Friday from 4-5pm. A Change of Heart Animal Rescue is a new rescue that opened on May 1, 2011. Their mission is to rescue dogs from high kill shelters and provide them with a second chance at life because sometimes a change of heart is necessary. They are located inside of Theresa's Country Feed and Pet Supply, 1836 Erringer Rd. in Simi Valley. The puppies are open to view every day 8:30am - 8:30pm. While working at this rescue I was assigned many different tasks. Some of these tasks included cleaning their cages, feeding them, cleaning their bowls, taking them for walks, giving them medicine, talking to customers, doing laundry, and playing with them constantly. A supervisor always watched me in case I had any questions or concerns. I always look forward to going to the shelter every week because I absolutely love all of the puppies and

enjoy taking care of them in any way that I can. I encourage people to volunteer at

this shelter because it is very rewarding and enjoyable at the same time.

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Contribute to the Newsletter! Write articles and submit photos!

Did enjoy volunteering at an event? Do you volunteer somewhere on a weekly basis? Write an article about it and send in photos! You can receive 30 minutes of service per article!

1. Download the article template from wix.com/sshskc/narwhals

2. Write your article – Use your creativity to discuss your topic

3. Include any photos you may have from the event (preferably candid photos of you or others performing service)

4. Email it to: sshskceditor@gmail.com

5. Email Subject: NarwhalNews_TOPIC.

ßLacey is a terrier mix puppy Brianna rescued from the shelter in December.

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An AMAZING Weekend packed with many activities:

• KEY CLUB SPIRIT • Workshops • General Sessions • Service Expo • 2013-2014 District Officer Elections • Recognition • Listen to Keynote Speaker Scott

Greenburg • Governor’s Ball • Alternative Activities • Meet THOUSANDS of Key Clubbers

from all over CNH • Create memories and get inspired!

• Narwhal bonding

WATCH THE CALL TO DCON VIDEO HERE

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COSTS

Registration: -Regular: $163 by Feb. 8th -Late: $203 by Feb. 28th

Hotel:

$207.58 per night (up to 4 students per room)

Buttons & Souvenirs:

$1 donations for each. Proceeds go to PTP!

(Limited supply)

What will I wear?!?

Friday: SPIRIT GEAR Saturday: Business Professional Sunday: Business Casual

Interns Wanted! Non-paid internship that provides

real experiences! -Camera Intern

-Stage Intern Applications HERE

Registration Breakdown:

67% Meals 12% Facility 9% Extras 9% Leadership Team 3% Administrative Registration covers all convention sessions and workshops, meals on Saturday and Sunday, program,

and souvenirs.

MARCH 22-24, 2013

Are YOU going to DCON?

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Upcoming Events

CNH Kiwanis Foundation Scholarship Application Deadline When: February 21st What: Seniors interested should be preparing to send in their applications. See http://www.cnhkeyclub.org/downloads/Resources/Policy%20and%20Forms/2012-13_CNH-KW%20Scholarship%20Application.pdf for more information District Convention When: March 22-24 Where: Anaheim Convention Center What: A weekend filled with inspiring, motivational, and educational workshops, recognition, and celebration of A Million Waves of Service! Early Registration of $163 must be turned into Mrs. DeMartino by Monday Feb. 4th at 8am!

Valentines Plushies When: February 4th – 8th, 11th – 14th Time: At lunch What: Fundraiser for members planning on attending DCON February DCM When: February 17th Time: 1-2pm Where: Thousand Oaks Community Park What: Hosted by our current LTG and our 2013-2014 LTG Elect

Ongoing Projects

Pop Tabs Throughout the year we collect pop tabs for Ronald McDonald house. This is a place in close proximity to a hospital where families can stay when their child is in the hospital. They recycle the pop tabs and use the money to help families pay to stay at the house as well as pay the utilities and other expenses needed to keep the house running. So keep collecting! They can be from canned beverages and even the tabs from canned food!

S.O.S. (Save Old Spectacles) We are continually collecting glasses for SOS. Check with everyone you know to see if they have any old specs that they do not use anymore. Keep in mind, the end of the school year is ending and if every member brings in at least 3 pairs of glasses, our sponsoring Kiwanis of Santa Susana will throw us a pizza party!

Feeding the Homeless Our club helps at 2 different locations for feeding the homeless and we could always use more volunteers! We help with set up, dinner service, dishes, and clean up after. •Stillwaters Cafe at Shepard of the

Valley Church: Thursdays from 5-7pm

•The Samaritan Center: 1st Thursday of the month

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Our KEY Family

Division 42 East

The 2013 Division 42 East Conclave has concluded and the results are in! Congratulations to Paolo Recto on his election as

the 2013-2014 Lt. Governor! Both candidates did an outstanding job at Conclave on January 19th. Our

current Lt. Governor Kristine Rafanan, from now until District Convention, will be training Paolo so that he will be prepared for when he will take over as our LTG on the last day of

DCON. Congratulations again Paolo!

Hello, Narwhals! Can you believe it? The current Key Club year is almost over. We have a couple of months left; let's finish this year off strong! A great way to celebrate the end of the term is to attend District Convention! The last day of District Convention will officially mark the end of the 2012 - 2013 term and the start of the 2013 - 2014 term.

Speaking of the upcoming term, congratulations to Paolo Recto for being elected to be the 2013 - 2014 Lieutenant Governor! I have faith that Paolo will do an outstanding job leading our division! -- LTG Kristine Rafanan Email: d42e.cnhkc.ltg@gmail.com

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Feb. DCM: February 17th

1-2pm Thousand Oaks Park

Conclave: January 19, 2013

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Our KEY Family

Key Club International

YOU could design the Key Club international T-shirt! Interested? Eligible Designs Must:

• Promote Key Club International. No district, division or club mascots or names.

• Use three colors or fewer, and include the Key Club logo or wordmark. • Be submitted as a high-resolution file. All formats are acceptable. • The winning entry will be screen-printed on the front of a white T-shirt.

Send it to keyclubinfo@kiwanis.org, along with your name, email address and phone number by May 1, 2013 For more information please visit: http://keyclub.org/kcn/13-01-10/KC_Tee.aspx

Kiwanis of Santa Susana

Key Club, don’t forget that your parents and their friends can get involved with our community too by becoming a Kiwanis member. Any interested adults can contact Jeff Bertoniere, 805.377.0130 or

Info@JeffB4RE.com for more information.

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California-Nevada-Hawaii

District Convention 2013: A Million Waves of Service

Mar. 22-24. Anaheim Convention Center “An annual event designed specifically for Key Clubbers to come together and celebrate their community service.” Activities include: Workshops, Service Expo, District Elections, Recognition, Gov. Ball, and much more. Early Registration: $163 (by Feb. 8) Late Registration: $203 (by Feb. 22) For more info please check out the District Newsletter: DCON issue http://www.cnhkeyclub.org/downloads/cnhkey/District%20Newsletters/CNH_NEWS_12_2012.pdf

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February 2013 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

1 Pres./VP Elections

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4 DCON Early Registration Due: 8am

5 6 7 Samaritan

Center (4:30pm)

Still Waters Café

8 Secretary/ Treasurer Elections

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10 11 12 13 14 Still Waters

Café

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17 February DCM

18 19 20 21 Scholarship App. Due Still Waters

Café

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26 27 28 Still Waters

Café

Key Club Fun Fact

Did you know that Key Club was an all male club until 1976. That is 51 years after the club’s

founding in 1925.

Keep a look out for other events that may come up as well as event details and sign ups!

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Valentines Plushie Fundraiser @ Lunch ------------------ààà

Valentines Plushie Fundraiser @ Lunch -----ààà

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Message from the Editor Hello my fellow Key Clubbers! Can you believe the year is almost already over? While we are only 1 semester into the school year, we have entered the last quarter of the 2012-2013 Key Club year! Thank you for all of your submissions this year, I have really enjoyed reading your stories and they always inspire me. If you seek inspiration yourself, or even if you just want to get more involved, I really encourage all of you to attend District Convention if you can. It is an experience unlike any other and it is truly unforgettable. Keep up the service and keep submitting those articles and photos!

Swimming in Service,

Kaila Mattera 2012-2013 Bulletin Editor

sshskceditor@gmail.com

Visit us on the web!

Our website: www.wix.com/sshskc/narwhals

Facebook: Santa Susana Key Club Group | SSHS Board Tumblr: SSHS Key Club | Division 42 East CNH District Website: cnhkeyclub.org Key Club International: keyclub.org Kiwanis International: kiwanis.org

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Officer & Advisor

Contact Info Spirit Coordinators Cinthya Lopez 805-210-4969 Member Recruitment Chair Nikol Spaho 805-791-8850 Faculty Advisor Mrs. Sharon Demartino sharon.demartino@simivalleyusd.org

Kiwanis Advisor Mr. Lloyd Picker moorparkkid@att.net If you ever have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact an officer or advisor!

Stillwater’s Café Chair Lily Chapman 805-813-7175 Samaritan Center Chair Michael Gulino 805-210-1990 SAA (Sargent At Arms) Lily Chapman 805-813-7175 Historian Lorraine Ador Dionisio 805-210-9555 Fundraising Chair Jimmy Lam (805)-304-3839

President Paolo Recto 805-404-2268

Vice President Sohil Bammi 805-300-9213

Treasurer Michelle Hosogai 818-633-6588

Secretary Serena Lee 805-624-2544

Editor Kaila Mattera 805-338-3344

Officer Email: sshskeyclub@gmail.com

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“Caring- Our Way of Life”