Governor’s Good News

 

We had a great turn-out for the 100^th Rotary International Convention in Birmingham, England and enjoyed two wonderful Governor’s Receptions on the “narrow” boats of the English canal system.  Here’s a photo of the group who went on the brunch cruise of the canals:

 

 

Mark your calendars now for the RI Convention in Montreal next June 20-23, 2010.  Ed Knight of the Rancho Bernardo RC will coordinate District registrations, etc. for this convention.

 

Welcome to our newest family member:  Miramar Rotary Club

 

On June 15, 2009 Rotary International issued a charter to the Miramar Rotary Club of San Diego—the newest addition to our District 5340 Family of Rotary.  The Rotary Club of Miramar will hold a gala Chartering Dinner on Friday, July 10, at 6:00 PM at the Miramar Officers Club on the Miramar Marine Air Station.  For more information on attending this dinner contact PDG Mike Stelman (mstelman@aol.com) or President Jack Harkins (Jack.R.Harkins@gmail.com) or (619-804-3200).  Our District tradition has been for each of our Rotary Clubs to support our new clubs by sending a donation to them to get them started.  This donation has generally been $1.00 per member.  Please make your check to “Miramar Rotary Club” and send to our District Office, 2247 San Diego Ave., #236, San Diego, CA 92110.  Many thanks for your support of our newest Club!!  Welcome Aboard to Miramar Rotary Club—Semper Fi!!

 

Our New LEAD Program—what is it and how you can get involved

 

District 5340’s LEAD (Leadership, Ethics, And Determination) conference promises to be another great District youth program. LEAD is a 2-day weekend leadership conference for 8th grade middle school students that will encourage students to discuss issues of ethical responsibility, improve leadership and communication skills, and develop a positive outlook on life … all while having fun and making friends.  The first LEAD conference will be held September 26-27, 2009, at Camp Palomar in San Diego County. 108 student delegates from 54 middle schools will attend, and we will need approximately 12 Rotarian Facilitators.

 

If your Rotary Club hasn’t yet made a commitment to participate in the LEAD program, there is still a need for financial support. We still need 15 Rotary Clubs to sponsor a middle school and 10 Rotary Clubs to sponsor a Facilitator. Please contact Paul Pierce, LEAD Chair, at 760-942-9911 or visit the LEAD website at http://www.rotary5340lead.org for information about how you and/or your Rotary Club can get involved.

 

 Information Resources for 2009-10 Club Presidents and Secretaries

 

Are you aware that Club and District Support (CDS) staff serve as your primary contact at Rotary?

Rotary International staff can answer any question about Rotary as well as provide advice on club elections, constitutional matters, club traditions and customs, club operations, and RI Board policy.  Below are some important web resources to assist in leading and supporting your club in the year ahead.

 

Ø  Learn the names and contact information of your CDS team members by using this web link: www.rotary.org/ClubDistrictReps

Ø  Review a list of  resources for club presidents and secretaries at  www.rotary.org/pressecresources

Ø Make changes to your club’s membership records at RI, reference various Rotary Foundation reports, print your club’s SAR, pay your club's dues, and report next year's club officers using Member Access.  Full instructions, helpful suggestions and frequently asked questions (FAQ) are found at: www.Rotary.org/ElearningCenter

Ø  Find helpful club publications, audiovisuals, forms and supplies:  www.Rotary.org/ShopClubPublications

Ø  Use the Club Presidents’ Checklist, a monthly calendar for both presidents and presidents-elect, with reminders of club and district functions, as well as RI and Rotary Foundation deadlines: www.rotary.org/clubpreschecklist

Ø  Consider adopting the Club Leadership Plan - a strategic planning tool based on the best practices of actual Rotary clubs:  www.Rotary.org/ClubLeaderPlan

 

Rotary staff looks forward to working with you and supporting your club’s service efforts.  Be sure to contact your CDS representative whenever you need assistance. 

 

Upcoming Events

 

ü  Friday, July 10, 6:00 PM—Charter Dinner for Miramar Rotary Club. Please contact PDG Mike Stelman (mstelman@aol.com) if you are interested in attending.  This will be a festive evening you won’t want to miss.

ü  Tuesday, August 4, 5:30 PM—District Council Dinner at Escondido Center for the Arts.  The program will feature our Youth Exchange Music Program and is not to be missed.  It was a sell-out last year, so go on line to register ASAP http://www.rotary5340.org/registration/dc0908.html

ü  Saturday, September 12—Foundation Seminar at University of San Diego, Kroc School of Peace Studies.  This year’s seminar will have a different look and a different location.  We will meet at USD and get to know more about our programs in depth.  There will be break-out sessions  with a luncheon at the end.  Online registration will be available soon.

ü  September 26 & 27—LEAD Camp at Camp Palomar—our first  LEAD (Leadership, Ethics, and Determination) camp where 8th grade students are brought together to learn about ethics, leadership, and attitude.  Paul Pierce, Encinitas Rotary Club, is chairing this effort.  See article in this edition for more information or check out their website:http://www.rotary5340lead.org

ü  October Regional Council Meetings:

·         October 3—9:30 AM--Imperial Valley Regional Brunch meeting at the El Centro Police Academy—Contact Regional Coordinator Sylvana Meeks for information: rsmeeks@sbcglobal.net

·         October 5—5:00 PM—North Coastal Regional Council Dinner at the Hilton Garden Hotel in Carlsbad.  Contact Regional Coordinator Russ Hanthorn for information: russ5340@gmail.com

·         October 6—6:00 PM—East County Regional Council Dinner at Cuyamaca College.  Contact Regional Coordinator Bill Ashman for information: MrBill5340@cox.net

·         October 15—6:00 PM—Metro Area Regional Council Dinner at the Braille Institute.  Contact Regional Coordinator Linda Stouffer for information: lstouffer@torreypinesbank.com

·         October 24—9:30 AM—North County Inland Regional Council Brunch at the  Escondido Elks Lodge.  Contact Regional Coordinator Kim Muslusky for information:  kimcog@san.rr.com

·         October 28—12:00 Noon—South Bay Regional Council Luncheon—at the Hotel del Coronado.  Contact Regional Coordinator Bev Sumwalt for information:  bsumwalt@pacbell.net

ü  November 7—6:00 PM—Foundation Gala Dinner at the Escondido Center for the Arts—THIS IS A CHANGE OF DATE FROM THE ORIGINAL CALENDAR!  More information in our next newsletter about this event—but you will not want to miss the fun!