Fall 2009

Countdown Junior Civitan

Service Through Involvement

Fall 2009

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Volume 45, No. 1

Associate Editors: Mary M. Luck Candice Williams Meriwether Paxton

Graphic Artist: Tonya Duckett

Director of Communications & Public Relations: David Bledsoe

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C IVITAN ROCKS O UR WORLD

International Officers: President: Jarryd Boyd Pensacola, Florida [email protected]

Vice President:

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Danielle Wall Salisbury, North Carolina [email protected]

R ESEARCH C ENTER

2009 A NNUAL V IDEO R EPORT

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Directors: Kristin Cornwell Clarksville, TN [email protected] Amber Price Corrales, New Mexico [email protected]

I NTERNATIONAL CONVENTION

C ITY L IGHTS S OUTHERN N IGHTS

10 J UNIOR C IVITAN I NTERNATIONAL P RESIDENT

J ARRYD B OYD

11 B EST I N S ERVICE

2009-10 INTERNATIONAL BOARD

11 Junior Civitan Creed I am a Junior Civitan: An aware citizen of today, The standing promise of tomorrow. I seek to meet the needs of our world, To be progressive in a world of change With compassion and understanding for The values and traditions of the past. I value the security of knowing That wherever I am I will always be within reach Of a fellow Civitan.

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I dedicate myself To society and to my fellow man With a commitment To make the world a better place.

Nathan Warkentin Dundas, Ontario [email protected]

Countdown Magazine is produced for Junior Civitans to promote the objectives and service programs of their clubs. It carries authorized notices and articles regarding the interests and activities of the Junior Civitan organization, but no responsibility is assumed for the statements of other authors and opinions expressed are not necessarily those of Civitan International, its officers or staff. Editorial and Executive Offices: One Civitan Place, P. O. Box 130744, Birmingham, AL 352130744: telephone (205) 591-8910; FAX (205) 592-6307. Countdown Magazine (USPS 004382) is published three times annually (Fall, Winter, and Spring).

CIVITAN Rocks Our World! spotlight

Mark Eisinger- 2009-10 Civitan International President

As a 20-year charter member of the Las Vegas Civitan Club, International President Mark Eisinger joined Civitan because he knew first-hand how his club could make a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities, like his sister and nephew. But he also sees the possibility of new ideas and technologies in Civitan’s future. He recently raised over $175 for Civitan through Facebook Causes in celebration of his birthday, and chartered the Civitan On The Greens Club - which brings people together around the passions of community service and golfing. However, Mark and his wife, Cassandra, are serious about one thing – growing Civitan for the future. Mark and Cassi began building clubs in 1998 with the Henderson, Civitan Club in Nevada – which earned the Outstanding New Club Award the following year. As Mark looks to the future, he is excited about the possibilities of new Civitan club types, organized around hobbies, skills and cultural interests, like the new Civitan golf clubs and the ethnically diverse International Club of Metro Birmingham. He also hopes that aging clubs will ensure their legacy by organizing new clubs with younger members to carry on their tradition of service. Mark believes we can learn important lessons from our youngest members. The Junior Civitan Creed states that its members must be “progressive in a world of change…with compassion and understanding for the values and traditions of the past.” Mark encourages clubs and members to embrace powerful online tools like Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, blogs, video calls, and digital billboards. You can connect with Mark personally at www.civitan.org/blogs, or through his Facebook and Twitter pages at www.facebook.com/civimark and www.twitter.com/civimark. Once you use these websites to connect with him, take the next step and experience the benefits of networking with your club members, district and community!

“We are not maintaining an organization that will last for 10 more years, we are building an organization that will last another 92 years and more,” says Mark

With his presidential theme, “Civitan Rocks Our World,” Mark plans to spread his message one guitar at a time, but the theme extends beyond rock n’ roll. He sees Civitan with a “rock” solid foundation of committed members and hard working staff — making a tremendous impact around the globe through the Research Center, Campus & Junior Civitan, and support of local projects.

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Educate Others Social Causes Awareness Campaign

By Kristin Cornwell, International Director and Project Chair

By Kristin Cornwell International Director and Project Chair

It’s back again!

The Collection Selection campaign returns for another year. The campaign officially runs through November and December. However, year-round campaigning is encouraged. What can you collect? Anything! If there is a special need in your community, you can help fill it. Some of the things collected in years past include shoes, coats and canned food. Check with your governor to find out if your district is participating in the competition. If not, challenge a club to participate. Friendly competition can help motivate you and improve the success of your collection. Lastly, don’t forget to report your hard work to International. It’s simple. Fill out the Collection Selection report online found at juniorcivitan.org and email it to [email protected]. Or email me at [email protected]. Last year, tens of thousands of items were collected. Great job everyone! I think we can collect even more this year. Have fun and remember, together we can make a difference.

Causes

Calling all Collectors!

Social

Collection Selection

Knowledge is power. That is why the International Board decided to continue the Social Causes Awareness campaign. Serious problem affect many teenagers, and the best way to make a difference is to educate people on the issues. We may not be able to influence everyone, but making even one person aware is a step in the right direction. In this campaign, clubs participate in projects alerting people to specific social causes affecting both their community and other communities. Causes range from child abuse to STDs, HIV and AIDS. Projects can be simple like handing out pamphlets and ribbons, or more involved like hosting a guest speaker to discuss difficult topics. Any efforts by your club can make a big difference. Remember, any knowledge spread to one person can be carried on to so many more people. This is a very successful campaign. However, it would not be nearly as successful without your continuing support. Don’t forget to report your wonderful efforts to International.

Get Involved. Share the knowledge. Good luck!

2 0 1 0 Dance-A-Thon By Amber Price International Director and Project Chair

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ven if “your momma don’t dance, and your daddy don’t rock-n-roll,” you can still put on your dancing shoes and hit the floor for this year’s Dance-a-thon! Junior Civitans from all over the world will come together in Canada to take part in the annual Dance-a-thon to benefit the UAB Civitan International Research Center. If you wish to participate in the 2010 Dance-a-thon, please email International. They will mail you a fundraising packet, and you can get started right away! If you have any questions or concerns, please call international at (205) 591-8910 ext. 132, or email us at [email protected].

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See you there!

research report UAB Civitan International Research Center

Annual Video Report

2009

Have you ever wondered how our brains process huge amounts of information and sometimes come up with different conclusions? Well, that is the domain of Dr. Kristina Visscher, who uses the Civitan Center’s fMRI to investigate the flexible way our brains understand the world. Dr. Visscher is just one of the new UAB Civitan International Research Center scientists, featured on the Center’s 2009 Annual Video Report, which is now available. Learn more about her work, and the research of dozens of other Center scientists by ordering a copy of this year’s video report to show at your next club meeting. You can order your copy by calling 1-800-CIVITAN, ext.102 or through the supply house.

2010 Junior International Convention

Meet Us In Florida!

Jacksonville, Florida• June 24th-27th — Hosted by the Florida District —

Omni hotel at the Jacksonville Landing on St. John’s River

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Start planning for next summer’s highlight

event!

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Join the Creed Club! The Junior Civitan Creed tells the world who we are as an organization. By memorizing this creed, you can become a member of the Creed Club and spread the news of Junior Civitan. This year the International Board set a goal of inducting 500 new Creed Club members, and we need your help to reach this goal. I encourage all of you to join, if you have not already done so. Make it your personal goal to have at least 20 percent of your home club or district members join the Creed Club.

Joining the Creed Club is quite easy. Just memorize the creed and then recite it to an advisor, governor, chair or international officer. Report it to International by filling out the Creed Club form. They will receive a card and a flashy, one-of-a-kind, Junior Civitan Creed Club pin can be ordered for $2!

Encourage every Junior Civitan you know to join Creed Club. Promote it at district meetings, projects, officer training workshops and convention. Our creed is very important to us because it states exactly what we are about and our values and goals.

You may need some help encouraging others to join the Creed Club. You can do this with: a Creed Club jail, extended curfew at conventions for those in Creed Club, an ice cream cone or snack at club meetings for members of Creed Club, raffles that only Creed Club members can participate in, or even a dollar off dues if you are a member of Creed Club. Be creative. You can do many things to get people to join!

This year we are going to reach our highest goal ever. I’m sure of it! Just remember to let your lieutenant governor and club president know how easy it is to become a member of the Creed Club.

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Has someone in your life inspired you, changed your life or helped out in your community?

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Why not make them a Junior Fellow? Making them a Junior Fellow is a great way to honor them! I costs $250, and they will be presented with a stunning plaque and a memory that will last them a lifetime. To top things off, the money contributed to honor the Junior Fellow helps fund the Shropshire Scholarship, a Civitan academic scholarship open to Junior Civitan members. So act quickly and engrave someone’s name on a beautiful and memorable plaque forever.

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Alabama Central Octavies Black Michael L. Brown Marian Campbell Emily Hodges Beth Joyce Tom Rogers Tommy & Rachel Rogers Rebekah Whittington Alabama North Clyde Butler Nell Emerson Danielle Murphree Sally Rouse Benjamin Santos LeeAnn Smith Linda Smith Buel Springer Oran Tyler Alabama-West Florida Jarryd Boyd Megan N. Cook Jessica Morrow Walker Wilson Appalachian Megan Couch Betty J. Haralson Dustyn McCarty Canadian East Marie Killeen Ashley Robinson Bob Robinson Wendy Robinson

Canadian West Megan Greig Sandie Shapiro Chesapeake Edward H. Pyles Fon E. Smith Florida Suzanne Baker Cristina Calvet-Harrold Elizabeth Corey George Corey Sylvia Jimenenz Lynn Maurer Georgia Gayle McKinney Susan Pierce Great Southwest Paul Huitt Judy Miller Charles and Pamela Reardon Michael Reardon Heartland Stewart E. Field Shannon Gonzales April Rike Kelli Williams Heart of the West Theresa Cisler

Magnolia Roy Clark North Carolina East Susie Bare Lacey Cruthis Ashley Garner William & Helen Martin Elizabeth Moore Joe Parker A. J. Reynolds Zach Reynolds Randy Rose Shirley Selepes North Carolina West Meredith Abramson Don Bringle Richard Gizinski Robert Lutz Linda Merrell William R. “Bill” Snyder North Central Joseph M. Henshaw Adam Wheeler South Carolina Shelby Fulmer Keleigh-Shaye Walker

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It is not often that Civitan International reaches a true milestone in its recognition of Civitan clubs around the world. While exceptional clubs are honored every year for the way they transform their communities, the new City of Vision Civitan Club in Rio Rancho, New Mexico has accomplished something extraordinary by winning BOTH the Outstanding New Civitan Club and Courtney W.

Shropshire Outstanding Civitan Club Awards. n September of 2007, the City of Vision club chartered with just 31 members, but their drive and tremendous efforts allowed them to make an incredible impact in their community and become the Great Southwest District’s largest club in only twelve months.

Members of the club conducted dozens of community service projects including: •Providing volunteers, money and in-kind donations to aid homeless families and victims of domestic abuse •Purchasing backpacks, school supplies, and fencing for needy children •Volunteering at Special Olympics, Breast Cancer, Leukemia/Lymphoma, Multiple Sclerosis and Cystic Fibrosis events •Sending care packages to troops, and calling bingo for paralyzed veterans •Building wheelchair ramps, and repairing and building structures for adults and children with disabilities •Repairing graffiti and collecting trash on local roads All of this was accomplished as City of Vision helped build new Civitan clubs, partnered with other adult and Junior Civitan clubs on projects and fundraisers, and grew their own fellowship through a number of seasonal parties and socials. At the end of their first year this outstanding club added 56 new members, supported Junior Civitan fundraisers, and reached the Admiral Level in their Civitans at the Helm donations to our UAB Civitan International Research Center. Simply stated, the City of Vision Civitan Club is a model for what all new Civitan clubs should be, and we hope you’ll join us in congratulating them on this monumental accomplishment, and very well-deserved recognition.

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n June 25th, Junior Civitans from all over came together in Atlanta, Georgia, to Shine Throughout the World for the 29th Junior Civitan International Convention. Convention delegates began arriving in the afternoon for registration at the Doubletree Hotel and taking a look at the decorated campaign tables of this year’s 2009-2010 International Board candidates. After settling into their rooms and enjoying the Mexican buffet dinner, members joined in the ballroom for the Opening Ceremonies. Junior Civitans cheered as the 2008-2009 International Board stood onstage for the processional of flags of the Junior Civitan nations. The real entertainment began as motivational speaker Dan Thurmon spoke about success in action while juggling axes and a glow-in-the-dark ball, balancing on a podium with his hands, and riding a unicycle up and down the ballroom. After leaving the inspiring performance, delegates grabbed a hat and ran off to the Mexican Hat Dance, which included a competition with two people getting pied in the face! On Friday morning, everyone participated in workshops to improve their leadership and service skills. There were workshops on a variety of topics from “Making Order from Chaos” to “How to Shine Throughout the World” and “Make Your Club the Best It Can Be.” After lunch, delegates listened to campaign speeches from candidates. Following free time that afternoon, the Georgia District showed everyone a good time with a southern nights themed barbeque and games. Saturday was the last full day of convention, but the fun still continued! It began with a business session where the 2009-2010 International Officers were elected. Next, members heard updates on our international fundraisers, Sno-Do and Dance-athon, which raised tens of thousands of dollars this year for the Civitan International Research Center. After catching up with old friends and getting to know new friends, it was time to gather again for the Closing Banquet and International Awards Ceremony. Dressed in formal attire, the new international officers were installed, and outstanding clubs and members received international awards. At the Farewell Dance, members danced the night away, and one international officer even had to kiss a real, live fish! Sunday morning, members said goodbye but promised to stay in touch and come to next year’s international convention to celebrate another outstanding year of service in a city where the sun shines throughout the year.

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By Jarryd Boyd• Inte

2009 Honorees COMPETITIVE

Alex Munoz Governor of the Year

Jenna Addison Junior Civitan of the Year

Dagon Simmons President of the Year

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Club 1st Lancaster HS (B), Lancaster, South Carolina 2nd East Rowan HS, Salisbury, North Carolina 3rd Irmo Civinettes, Columbia, South Carolina District 1st South Carolina 2nd Alabama North President Dagon Simmons, Lancaster HS, Lancaster, South Carolina Club Officer Sam Keenan, Lancaster HS, Lancaster, South Carolina District Officer Derek Willis, Lancaster HS, Lancaster, South Carolina Advisor Meredith Abramson, East Rowan HS, Salisbury, North Carolina Joint Junior/Senior Project 1st (Junior) Hawfields, Mebane, North Carolina (Senior) Hawfields Civitan, Mebane, North Carolina 2nd (Junior) Brindlee Mountain HS, Arab, Alabama (Senior) Arab Civitan, Arab, Alabama 3rd (Junior) Newburgh, Newburgh, Indiana (Senior) Newburgh Civitan, Newburgh, Indiana Ongoing Campaign 1st Southeast Guilford HS, Greensboro, North Carolina 2nd Irmo Civinettes, Columbia, South Carolina 3rd Lakewood HS, Sumter, South Carolina Environmental Project 1st Sundevil, Albuquerque, New Mexico 2nd Socastee HS, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 3rd Natavic of Dundas, Dundas, Ontario Community Project 1st Socastee HS, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 2nd Lakewood HS, Sumter, South Carolina 3rd Bosque, Albuquerque, New Mexico Campus Project 1st Socastee HS, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 2nd Lakewood HS, Sumter, South Carolina District Project 1st South Carolina 2nd Alabama North

HONOR KEYS

Sam Keenan Club Officer of the Year

Male Junior Civitan of the Year Sean Bonowitz, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Female Junior Civitan of the Year Jenna Addison, Columbia, South Carolina Governor of the Year Alex Munoz, Abuqeurque, New Mexico International Officers Elizabeth Santos, President, Arab, Alabama Jarryd Boyd, Director, Pensaconla Florida Ali Kuriyan, Director, Albuquerque, New Mexico

ACHIEVEMENT

Sean Bonawitz Junior Civitan of the Year

Distinguished Governor of Excellence Alex Munoz, Great Southwest Distinguished Governor Shanell Ranson, South Carolina Honor District of Distinction Alabama Central Honor District of Distinction Great Southwest South Carolina Growth Awards Most New Charters: Mississippi North Overall Increase: Mississippi North Percentage Increase: Mississippi North Largest Foundation Contributions Club: Overall: Rock Hill HS, South Carolina Per Capita: Almonte, Ontario, Canadian East District: Overall: South Carolina Per Capita: Canadian West

Derek Willis District Officer of the Year

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j a rr y d Jarryd’s first experience with Junior Civitan was very different from most members who join a club their school. He had the desire to serve, but no club. So when he learned about Junior Civitan through a friend , he BUILT a club during his 8th grade year. Despite his hard work, Jarryd ran into the same problem when he moved on to Pensacola High School – no club. His course of action should be obvious by now, and the Pensacola High School Junior Civitan Club was up and running by Jarryd’s sophomore year. These examples are just a taste of the determination and hard work that are embodied in Jarryd Boyd’s leadership of Junior Civitan – and his passion doesn’t end there. Jarryd’s dedication has grown throughout his involvement at the club, district and international level. In his home town of Pensacola, Florida, Jarryd began the Mardi Gras Court fundraiser at his club – which provides substantial support to the Escambia Westgate School for children with developmental disabilities. He also put his Junior Civitan leadership to work serving his school on the Student Government Association and Inter-Club Council. During his term as district governor and international director, he became a huge fan of the Dance-a-thon international fundraiser, providing him the opportunity to meet new friends and bond with his fellow board members and governors.

Welcome Jarryd Boyd 2009-2010 Junior Civitan International President But now that he’s in the big seat, Jarryd has big plans for Junior Civitan. Fundraisers like Dance-A-Thon and Sno-Do are great fun and important support for the UAB Civitan International Research Center. His goal is to increase Junior Civitan’s support to $100,000 through greater participation in these events. And Jarryd hopes that greater participation will in-turn lead to greater excitement about Junior Civitan, and higher membership numbers. Regardless of the outcome, Jarryd plans to continue answering his call to service as he leaves his home state for college next year. Seeking his goals to open his own PR firm and become a talk show host, he will keep in mind the lessons his mother taught him to keep reaching for your goals and serve others.

Jarryd’s other passions: •Hangin’ with friends •Baking •Gaslight Mysteries by Victoria Thompson •Black-Eyed Peas

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2009-10

International Board Jarryd Boyd International President Pensacola, Florida A senior from Pensacola High School in Florida is the president of Junior Civitan International. Jarryd served as international director for the 20082009 year before becoming president. He also served as a club vice president and president. Boyd is enthusiastic about this year as president and claims to have a “volunteer addiction.” He believes that Junior Civitan provides youth with a passion for service. Jarryd is the son of Shakirah Boyd and Jerry Knight. In addition to leadership activities, he is an active member of the Drama Club and was awarded a Critic’s Choice award at the Florida District One Thespian competition.

Danielle Wall International Vice President Salisbury, North Carolina A former Miss Junior Civitan Pageant winner, Danielle is a senior at East Rowan High School in Salisbury, North Carolina. She served as governor of the North Carolina West District last year. Her previous volunteer efforts include raising $3,300 in the Sno-Do fundraiser benefiting the International Research Center in Birmingham, Al. She is the daughter of Robert Wall and Robin and Darion Troutman and the youngest of three children. This year, Danielle would like to see membership growth within existing chapters as well the addition of new chapters of Junior Civitan.

Nathan Warkentin International Director Dundas, Ontario Nathan is a senior at Parkside High School in Dundas, Ontario. He previously served as a club vice president and president in the Canada West District. He is the son of Andrew and Erin Warkentin. Nathan spends his free time biking, golfing and volunteering. He also enjoys photography and is a member of the Environmental Club. Nathan devotes many hours to volunteering with Junior Civitan and other independent local volunteer organizations. He is looking forward to serving as international director this year.

Kristen Cornwell International Director Clarksville, Tennessee Taking the task of membership development into her own hands last year, Kristin chartered a chapter of Junior Civitan at Middle College at Austin Peay State University where she is a student. This experience gave Kristin the skills and desire to take the service mission of Junior Civitan to schools without Junior Civitan chapters. Kristin previously served as club public relations coordinator and later as president. Last year, she was elected deputy governor of the Valley District. Kristin is the daughter of William and Marcia Cornwell. She volunteers her time as a teaching assistant at a local elementary school. Kristen is also a member of the Beta Club and the Junior Classical League.

Amber Price International Director Corrales, New Mexico Amber, a senior at Bosque School in Albuquerque, New Mexico, previously served as governor of the Great Southwest District and made her first trip to Canada last year to support the Junior Civitan Dance-AThon. Along with meeting other members from across the continent, Amber raised $1,700 for the event. Amber is the daughter of Tanya Leonard and Brett Price. She stays healthy and active participating in competitive swimming, running, tennis and basketball. She is also a member of the Student Government and Model United Nations. Amber enjoys traveling, photography and listening to music.

Robert Ingram

Merrily Serota

Civitan Board Representative Alexander City, Alabama

Chairs Representative Vestavia, Alabama

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outdoing everything Churchill High School (Rocksville, Maryland) helped out the Manna Food Bank this year by sponsoring a toiletry drive to collect goods for the Manna distribution center. Manna distributes necessary food and personal items to needy people in the community. In another project, Junior Civitans shared their artistic side making arts and crafts with the kids of the Children’s Inn at the National Institute of Health.

Brindlee Mountain High School (Guntersville, Alabama) Marissa Edmonds, Brindlee Mountain High School Junior Civitan member, was among ten high school students in the state of Alabama to receive the prestigious Smith Foundation Scholarship. Over 500 students applied for the scholarship that is valued at approximately $15,000 annually. Recipients are selected on the basis of scholarship and community service involvement. Marissa organized her Junior Civitan Club to build an outdoor classroom that is wheelchair accessible and has done extensive volunteer work in her community. She plans to attend the University of Alabama in Huntsville and major in management information systems.

Churchill High School

Blythewood High School (Blythewood, South Carolina) cooked up a good time when it partnered with the Columbia Civitan club, its sponsoring club, to host a delicious cookout. The Junior Civitan members did the all work preparing for the event, and members of both clubs enjoyed fun, fellowship and tasty food. Mr. Price, principal of Blythewood High School, presented a plaque of appreciation to Ms. Boseski, founder and sponsor of the Blythewood Junior Civitan club.

Blythewood High School

Fletcher

Fletcher (Jacksonville, Florida) Junior Civitan club reached out to their furry friends by conducting a pet food drive in honor of National Pet Week to help feed pets at the Jacksonville Humane Society. Junior Civitan members set up collection stations outside beach area Publix grocery stores and received more than $300 worth of pet food to feed to hungry pets. Members delivered the pet food to the Jacksonville Humane Society and walked around the facility. They took part in real “hands-on” volunteering by playing with adorable animals waiting to be adopted.

East Rowan High School (Salisbury, North Carolina) had a blast at the Junior Civitan International Convention this summer in Atlanta, Georgia. Junior Civitans enjoyed free time hanging out at Centennial Olympic Park. All members thoroughly enjoyed the trip, especially the club Executive Council. They promised to take the spunk and spirit of convention back to East Rowan High School for an enthusiastic year of service.

East Rowan High School

Hayesville Middle School (Hayesville, North Carolina) joined with their sponsoring Civitan club to host their annual end of the year picnic at the Clay County recreational park. About 60 members attended the event that included awards, dinner and competitions between the students and adults! The grand finale was a surprise “gutter ice cream party.” Students dug into this unique treat that covered the entire picnic table.

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outdoing everything Havelock Middle School (Havelock, North Carolina) The holiday season is a wonderful time to help those in need. Junior Civitans conducted a food drive and collected over 1,647 canned goods for the Havelock Salvation Army. The food was distributed to needy families within the community during the holiday season. The sixth, seventh and eight grade classes competed with each other to see who could collect the most cans, and the winning class was treated to a pizza luncheon. Several students commented that Christmas was so much more meaningful to them this year, because instead of just receiving, they were able to give to others and bring happiness to so many less fortunate people. Jessieville High School

Jessieville High School (Jessieville, Arkansas) knows how to stay physically active and have fun doing it. This spring, the Jessieville High School Junior Civitan Club hosted a “Fun Day” for the Life Skills class. There were recreational games, such as four square and action movement ball, and students also participated in relay races. Junior Civitan members awarded prizes to Life Skills students. Participants also helped with a project to make get-well cards for patients at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Lakewood High School (Sumter, South Carolina) organized a fresh-

Lakewood High School

men orientation event for potential new Junior Civitan members. Over 100 students and their parents attended while club members spoke with them about Junior Civitan and passed out brochures showcasing club achievements. It was a huge success and a great start to a “Happy New Year,” which was their theme for the year. In addition, members volunteered on Saturdays as recreational “buddies” to players on special needs teams as part of the “Buddy Ball” program, sponsored by the Disability Board of South Carolina. Junior Civitans also continue to volunteer playing games and visiting with the residents of the Trinity Nursing Center as part of the “Trinity Place” program.

Lake Howell (Winter Park, Florida) students increased awareness for breast cancer research by walking in the annual Breast Cancer Walk, supporting medical research by the Susan G. Komen Foundation. The event raises money for the foundation and brings local attention to the needs of women suffering from breast cancer and in turn save lives.

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cer by forming a Relay for Life team, which helps raise money for the American Cancer Society. The event featured a bake sale, Guitar Hero and Karaoke games. The club also worked on a drive to recycle textbooks at the end of the school year.

Pensacola High School

Pensacola High School (Pensacola, Florida) The Pensacola High School Junior Civitans have had an active year of fundraisers, fellowship and service projects. Fall fundraisers included a homecoming booth selling baked goods. Members also sold “Boo Grams”, Halloween messages from friends with candy. Junior Civitans supported their teachers by featuring an “Outstanding Teacher of the Month” project and also put together gifts to thank science teachers for their hard work organizing the school science fair.

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Board Meeting Highlights Following is a summary of activities during the summer international board meeting.

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•Reviewed Collection Selection campaign. Motion approved to set goal at 19% of clubs reporting.

•Approved an overall goal of $57,000 for 2010 Sno-Do. •Reviewed Dance-a-thon event being held in Chateauguay, Quebec.

New Clubs A l a b a m a C e n t r a l — Sylacauga High School, sponsored by Sylacauga Civitans, club builders: Brian Dix and Coleen Humphries A l a b a m a - We st Fl or i da — Prattville High School, sponsored by Prattville Civitans, club builders: Johnnie Strickland and James Jones A p p a l a c h i a n — Cherokee, sponsored by Kingsport Evening Civitans, club builders: Mekia Hickman and Pat Buckles Chesa pea ke — Linganore High School, sponsored by Frederick Civitans, club builders: Nicole Moravy and Eric Hanson Florida — Miami Jackson Senior High, sponsored by Miami Springs-Hialeah Civitans, club builder: Debra Reddick Heartland — Jessieville High School, sponsored by Hot Springs Village Civitans, club builder: C.W. Miller Mississippi North— TCPS, sponsored by Tupelo Luncheon Civitans, club builders: Dennis Morse and David Neilsen** North Carolina East — East Wake Senior Academy, sponsored by Wake Forest Civitans, club builders: Joe Parker* and Jana Allen — Roxboro Community School, sponsored by Durham Civitans, club builders: Joe Parker* and Richard Spencer North Carolina West — Rowan County Early College, sponsored by Granite Quarry Civitans, club builders: Franklin Merrell, Steve Staton, and Lanny Merrell Valley — Middle College at APSU, sponsored by Hilldale Civitans, club builders: Kristen Cornwell and La Donna Hamm*** HS=High School; JHS=Junior High School; SHS=Senior High School; MS=Middle School; B=Boys; G=Girls. Note: One asterisk (*) indicates the club builder has built two clubs, two asterisks indicate three clubs and three asterisks indicate four clubs. MCB indicates the club builder is a Master Club Builder who has built five or more clubs.

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Motion approved to set the overall goal at $45,000 for 2010 event. •Approved continuing Social Causes Awareness Campaign. •Discussed Advisor Appreciation Month in April and approved goal of 20 Junior Fellows to be honored for the 2009-10 year. •Campaign for World Junior Civitan Day discussed. Packets will be available to clubs upon request. •Approved continuing Environmental Awareness Campaign and set goal at 15% of clubs reporting. •Approved continuing Civitan Appreciation Month in April. •Heard report on 2009 International Convention. Staff is pursuing options for 2010 event. •Heard report on Civitan Shropshire Scholarship. Application deadline is January 31, 2010. •Discussed improvements to increase participation in Creed Club and set the 2009-10 goal at 500 new members. •Report heard on Civitan organization and Campus Civitan. •Approved goal of 40 new clubs for the 2009-10 year and growth goal of 7% overall membership increase. •Discussed Governor Liaison program and how to support district leadership.

Yellow Jacket The North Carolina West District has a new Junior Civitan club. The Yellow Jacket Junior Civitan Club (Hayesville, North Carolina) held a chartering ceremony attended by members of the Junior Civitan district board of directors as well as members of the Hayesville Civitan Club, who sponsor the Yellow Jacket Club. Donna Harris, Hayesville Civitan Club president, opened the ceremony.

Jessieville High School Jessieville High School (Jessieville, Arkansas) chartered a new club on April 10. The new Junior Civitans, their parents, school faculty and special guests attended the charter dinner that included a specially decorated Junior Civitan cake for dessert. C.W. Miller, club builder, opened the program and introduced Jackie Balentine, faculty advisor for the new club. Special guests included Heartland District Governor Jack Fournier and Heartland District Junior Civitan Chair Delsa Adams.

Cottonwood Classical In Albuquerque, New Mexico, the Cottonwood Classical Junior Civitan received their charter during the Great Southwest District convention on April 11. The convention was well attended with nearly 60 participants. The charter ceremony was followed by a barbeque and an Easter egg hunt for children from foster homes and residents of local ARCA homes. ARCA is a non-profit organization based in Albuquerque that assists the needs of individuals with mental retardation and other developmental disabilities.

President’s Message Hey Junior Civitans, Welcome to a new Junior Civitan year! I am honored and so excited to serve as your 2009-2010 international president. Thank you for giving me this amazing opportunity, and I know this will be a remarkable year for us. This year’s international board is focused on making Junior Civitan the best it can be by having a good membership gain along with getting Junior Civitans to participate in projects along with reporting that participation. My personal goal is to have many more people go to Dance-a-thon this year and for us to raise more money for the UAB Civitan International Research Center. Also, next summer’s International Convention should be a blast, and I hope to see many of you there! If you ever have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me at [email protected]. You can also find me on Facebook. Thank you for giving me this opportunity to serve you, and together we can make this the best year Junior Civitan has ever had! I want you to let your passion Shine Throughout the World! Yours in Junior Civitan,

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Support our Civitan International Research Center, your district, and a longstanding Junior Civitan tradition by making a Sno-Do donation. Every little bit helps. Send your donations to: Civitan International Foundation, P.O. Box 130744, Birmingham, Alabama 35213.

Have you told International about your projects lately? Help us keep track of all that we’re doing as an organization by reporting your involvement in club, district, and international projects. E-mail [email protected] and start writing, or log onto www.juniorcivitan.org to find a variety of report forms under "Literature and Forms" in the "Member Resources" section.

A Great Gift Idea Making them a Junior Fellow is a great way to honor them! I costs $250, and they will be presented with a stunning plaque and a memory that will last them a lifetime. To top things off, the money contributed to honor the Junior Fellow helps fund the Shropshire Scholarship, a Civitan academic scholarship open to Junior Civitan members. So act quickly and engrave someone’s name on a beautiful and memorable plaque forever.

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Recruit! Recruit!

Don’t forget!

Fall is the ideal time of year to boost your clubs membership. A vinyl banner is available to highlight your club’s campaign. So Recruit now! Don’t let Junior Civitan be the best kept secret around!

Dues are due November 1. If you haven’t received your club’s dues reporting information, contact International by E-mailing [email protected].

Scholarship Opportunities

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Selected Junior Civitans are honored via the Shropshire Scholarship. The deadline to apply is January 31. The new application will be online in November. The quickest way to get an application is to go to www.juniorcivitan.org; click on "Member Resources" and then "Literature and Forms." You'll see the link at the bottom of the right column.

2009 Honor Clubs Honor Clubs

Honor Clubs of Distinction Alabama North District Brindlee Mountain High School Lawrence County High School

North Carolina West East Rowan High School Hayesville Middle School

Canadian East District Chateauguay

South Carolina District Irmo Civinettes Lakewood High School Lancaster High School Boys Newberry Academy

Great Southwest Bosque Sandia Prep North Carolina District East Hawfields

Valley Northeast Middle School

Alabama Central Pelham High School Alabama North District Greater Limestone County Community Canadian East Perth Canadian West Nativic of Dundas

North Carolina East E.A. Laney High School Southeast Guilford High School North Carolina West Davie High School South Davie North Central Newburgh

Georgia Paulding County High School

South Carolina Chester High School Dutch Fork Socastee

Great Southwest Sundevil

Valley District Columbia Academy

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Lights. Camera. SHOUT! Do you love Junior Civitan? Do you have to keep from shouting it out-loud? Well it’s back again, and now is your chance to SHOUT your message and win great prizes in the 2009 Junior Civitan Video Shout competition. Get together with your club members and create a video telling others why Junior Civitan rocks when it comes to hanging with your friends, raising awareness and serving your community. Perform an original song, dress in costume or just step-up and shout—no matter how you do it, make sure everyone watching knows that you bleed gold and blue! After uploading your video to YouTube and completing an entry form, you and all your friends will vote on the best videos using Junior Civitan’s Facebook page!

How It Works • Record your video! • Upload it to YouTube. • Submit official entry form. • We’ll select the finalists. • Cast your vote! • Claim your prize!

When Can I Start? NOW! So Start filming! April 1: Deadline for submissions (all materials must be received by this date).

April 15: Voting begins on the top 20 videos. May 5: Voting ends. May 15: Winners will be announced.

Prizes! First Place: $100 VISA gift card, a Video Shout trophy, and a coveted spot on the Junior Civitan website and in Countdown Magazine. The winning video will also be played at the 2009 Junior Civitan International Convention. Second Place: $50 VISA gift card Third Place: $25 VISA gift card For Official Rules and Regulations plea

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