Weekly Update #39

[Sumaya Suma]

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Lieutenant Governor's Greeting Hey pandas! For those of you who had to take Regents exams and/or midterms, I hope they went well! With January coming to an end, I'd like to remind you all that the early bird registration deadline for LTC is February 1st. Make sure to register ASAP to avoid paying the late fee of $25.  This week's crossword theme is Famous Movies.

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CLUB EVENT: 26TH LUNAR NEW YEAR FESTIVAL

Join Better Chinatown for the 26th Lunar New Year Firecracker Festival. This festival will be held at Sarah Roosevelt Park, bring your friends and join the fun! Volunteers will be doing the dragon, set up, and clean up! Lunch will be served. Date: February 10th Time: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Location: Sarah Roosevelt Park (Chrystie St &, Forsyth St, New York, NY 10002)

Volunteer Sign-Up Form

LEADERSHIP TRAINING CONFERENCE (LTC)

To service and beyond! Join Key Clubbers from all over New York District Key Club on a three day weekend at The Desmond Hotel in Albany. Come to engage in a multitude of various workshops, participate in fun service projects, and elect officers for the new service year. More information regarding LTC can be found by clicking the link below.

LTC 2024 Info

If you would like to discuss your club's preparations for LTC, awards to apply for, and any questions in general then please sign up below to arrange a meeting. All Key Club members are encouraged to ask any questions they have regarding LTC, but it is particularly crucial for Club Officers to sign up to ensure smooth planning for your club at LTC.

Sign Up for LTC Preparations & Questions

If you're ready to confirm your attendance you can register today! Keep in mind that that the early registration deadline is February 1st.

Register for LTC

Key Club's LTC Awards Booklet contains information about awards recognizing outstanding contributions and achievements of members, clubs, and districts, such as community service projects and leadership skills. It highlights award categories, eligibility criteria, and nomination instructions. There are a variety of awards you can apply for including the Distinguished Key Clubber Award, a non-competitive award granted to individuals who fulfills the requirements. Below you will find the Awards Booklet where you can look through the various awards you can apply for.

LTC Awards Booklet

RUNNING FOR D11 LTG

Now is the time to express your interest in becoming the D11 LTG. If you're passionate about Key Club and committed to our Division, consider taking this opportunity to get more involved at higher Key Club levels. Please note that being a dues-paying member is a requirement for running. In cases where multiple individuals within a club aspire to run as LTG, the club will nominate only one Key Club member. If you have been nominated by your club, please use the form below to express your interest.

D11 LTG Interest Form

RUNNING FOR HIGER OFFICE

As the February 2nd deadline approaches, we've organized a Running for Higher Office Webinar for those considering higher positions on January 16th at 8 PM EST via Zoom. Attendance is mandatory for potential candidates to understand the process fully. Register for the webinar here: Webinar Registration Key Deadlines: Candidate Intent Form due by February 2: Candidate Intent Form Candidate Biographical Form due by February 4: Biographical Form Save the date for the Candidates Meeting on February 4th at 8 PM EST. Your active participation in these processes is essential for our organization's continued success. There is also a separate Running for International Office Webinar that the  International Elections and Policy Task Force will be hosting on January 17 at 8 PM EST for those interested in running for an international position. To register for this informative international webinar, use the following link: International Webinar Registration Additionally, individuals interested in running for international positions can request resources and share specific areas they'd like to address during the webinar using this link: Resource Request Form.

GLOBAL LEADERSHIP CERTIFICATE (GLC)

Key Club International offers a Global Leadership Certificate program for its members, providing access to nearly 40 courses on leadership topics like relationship-building, self-awareness, and civic engagement. This self-paced program focuses on both traditional and sought-after soft skills, aligning with Key Club's values of fellowship, leadership, and service. Participants can also take advantage of special opportunities, including the Global Leadership Certificate Master Class held during the Key Club International convention, to enhance their leadership abilities.

GLC Program

SCHOOLHOUSE

Key Club has partnered with Schoolhouse to bring free tutoring to thousands of learners across the world. Schoolhouse is a platform for free, peer-to-peer tutoring. Anyone, anywhere can receive live help, build their skills, and pay it forward by becoming a tutor themselves. If you're interested in learning something new, or you're interested in becoming a tutor yourself, sign up today using the link below!

Sign-Up for Schoolhouse

PANDA PRESS & OTHER

Panda Press is your opportunity to be featured in our Division's newsletter. You can submit articles and/or photos from the events and fundraisers you attended to share with us.

Panda Press Submissions

Using the form below you can highlight any of the events or fundraisers your club has held in the past month. You can be featured in our Newsletter!

Service Spotlight Form

Below is a form that you can share with other Key Clubbers who want to be added to the D11 email list. Remember, they don't have to be part of our Division to join.

Email List Sign-Up Form

IMPORTANT LINKS

I have compiled all the essential forms and links for Club Officers, ranging from the MRF to the treasurer's guide from my previous updates, into a single Google document. For ease, these links are accessible through our Division 11 Linktree! Simply click the button labeled "Important Links for Club Officers" to view the document.

Linktree

Sumaya Suma Division 11 Lieutenant Governor New York District of Key Club International   divis...@nydkc.org