Kicking it off this month, we had our first ever Member of the Month! Essentially, the idea is that the members nominate one person in the club who really shined and showed dedication in the previous month. They are awarded with candy, a trophy, a certificate and the opportunity to make an entry in a 'Member of the Month' journal. Our incoming club president RuthAnne Kepler came up with this idea so that we could show our appreciation for our members that work hard and stay committed. For the month of March, I (Taryn Nourse) was chosen because I attended to every community service event in February*. Our hope is that this award system will encourage members to actively participate in events and continue to show dedication to our club :-)
*Disclaimer: I'm sorry if this sounds arrogant, I really don't mean for it to. I'm still fairly shocked that they chose me :')
On the following Saturday (March 4th), we had a divisional community service event! It was held at Clark Lake Park where we laid out a new gravel path. Kentlake had 10 members attend, which is the most we've had at a Green Kent event so far this year! Everyone worked really hard shoveling, raking and pushing wheelbarrows -- I know I was sore for a couple of days! We were also rewarded with pizza and soda afterward, so it really was a good time. Thank you to everyone that went! :-)
On the following Saturday (March 4th), we had a divisional community service event! It was held at Clark Lake Park where we laid out a new gravel path. Kentlake had 10 members attend, which is the most we've had at a Green Kent event so far this year! Everyone worked really hard shoveling, raking and pushing wheelbarrows -- I know I was sore for a couple of days! We were also rewarded with pizza and soda afterward, so it really was a good time. Thank you to everyone that went! :-)
Later that day was another big event, Concert to Cure! Key Clubbers from the Seattle Area performed at Lynnwood High School; all the proceeds went toward our district project. Amazingly, they ended up raising $2406 for KCCP! I sadly wasn't able to go, but I heard it was really fun watching all the amazing performances! Also, shoutout to our amazing LTGs that made this event possible! We truly do appreciate everything they've done for all us Key Clubbers :")
The next weekend, on March 11, there was a Kid's Art Day at Kent Commons. The event went from 10am to 4pm, and everyone that volunteered was at a station helping kids make art projects! From paper making to creating clay figures, this event had tons of activities that allowed kids to really let their creativity show. Thank you to everyone that went! (especially Hailey, who stayed the whole time with me :"))
Kentlake's next big event was Northwest Harvest (March 25). With the help of the other attendees, we packed 3,250 pounds of oats! These events are always fun and really give you a sense of accomplishment, because with every bag, you're helping feed a hungry family of 4. I highly recommend attending next time; the less fortunate families need all the help they can get!
Later that day, Division 28 and 32 joint PreCON was held at Hazen High School! We played fun icebreakers, talked about DCON, recieved our divisional spirit gear, learned our divisional chants, AND had a spirit battle. This was really a blast as we got together, met new people and got hyped about the biggest Key Club event of the year!
Thank you so much for coming back to read this month's post! See you in April! :-D
