Meeting Notes October 15, 2014

Posted by Jocelynn Briggs 
on Oct 19, 2014
 

Meeting Notes October 15, 2014

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The meeting was called to order by President Ken at 12:15pm. President elect Brandy introduced the visitors this week. They were as follows;

  1. Keith and Martha

  2. Sue Burke-- Brandy Van Gelder

  3. Nick Bell-- Holff District UK

  4. Jerry Glossl-- Rotary Club of Windsor

 

Our speakers this week were from HHS Peer Tutoring Program. They were as follows;

  • Pamela Bibby: Peer Tutoring Coordinator

  • Hannah: Peer Tutor

  • Natalie: Peer Tutor

Announcements

Nick Bell from the UK presented President Ken with their Rotary flag.

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November 13th is the Rotary Run Around. Contact Brandy if you are interested there is limited space available. The night will start out at East Sides, then Muskoka Rocks, Hidden Valley and back to Tall Trees. Brandy confirmed there will be a Poker Run. The cost of tickets is $65 per person.

 

Peter redwood would like all Auctions items in by October 31st 2014.

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Ross Kirwin announced Girls Getaway Weekend in November 7-9, 2014. A sign up sheet was passed around. To volunteer you need smart serve. Here is the link to the Girls Getaway website http://huntsvillegirlfriendsgetaway.ca/.

 

Call Darren Wiseman for Top Hat's Fundraiser tickets at 705-788-0134.

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Hugh Holland had Couples Resort tickets donated by Peter Miller's wife. The tickets were auctioned off by Gord. Brandy won the tickets for $200 which will be donated to Foundation Funding.

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October is Polio Plus Month on MyClub. There is a 2:1 ratio. This means that Rotary International will double your donation. If you donate $200 then the donation in your name will be $600.

Sandy Mackay presented Martha and Keith with a Chequeof 1000 dollars to go towards their humanitarian efforts.

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There was a Victim to Victors awareness Fundraiser held at the Algonquin Theatre on October 16th, 2014.

 

Speakers

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Jen Simpson introduced this weeks Speakers Pam Bibby, Hannah and Natalie.

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Pam gave us an overview of the Peer Tutor Program. This program was developed to provide certified qualified training for high school students so they can tutor elementary age children. The tutoring takes place at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church with the help of Reverend Brown. Right now there are 10 tutors for 20 students. This program is in need of at least 7 more volunteer student tutors. The elementary students are happy to have high school students tutoring them. Majority of students being tutored are french immersion students from grade 3-8. Literacy and math are the only curriculum covered in tutoring. There is a $40 donation request for snacks and juice if the parents are able to contribute but its not mandatory.

 

Natalie and Hannah are two HHS students who have volunteered and completed the training to be Peer Tutors. Hannah was approached to tutor and she was hesitant at first. After careful consideration she decided that it was a good idea. She was amazed at how only one hour a week of her time could help a child grow! Training equipped her with valuable skills she can use in the future. Tutoring has helped Hannah to decide to be a Speech Pathologist.

 

Natalie is a Certified Senior Tutor. Natalie's love for children has encouraged her to tutor a total of 9 students in her high school career. She is great with children and she plans to work with children in her future career path.

Jennifer Jerrett thanked our guest for coming.

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Happy Bucks (everyone's favourite part of the meeting!)

 

Pam was happy that she did a handstand push up at Cross Fit! She also asked for volunteers to organize Dockfest storage on Wednesday October 22nd, 2014. Please contact Pam for the time and place.

 

Jen Simpson is excited about her upcoming trip to Dominican in April 2015.

 

Lou is taking a trip out west with Dawn (wife). He asked if any Rotarian's were interested in a Club Cruise in April 2015 with Royal Caribbean. The cost would be $2100 a person.

 

Jocelynn thanked everyone for their help and best wishes while her daughter was injured. A special thank you to Len for covering Bingo and Brandy for offering to help as well.

 

Rob Saunders had a wonderful time visiting the exchange students.

 

Foundation Funding

 

The pot is still up for grabs!

 

The meeting was concluded. Bring a friend to lunch!