Fellow Rotary Club of Boise members: Are you wondering why no one has asked you to do the thing you've always loved to do? Maybe it's because the right people don't know you love to do it!

 

If you have a minute to fill out a short skills survey (click on the link), that will help us help you make the most of your time serving the community.

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   Dictionaries were delivered to Garfield Elementary last week.  The students were thrilled to get them and be able to take them home.  At another event, Robert Lloyd saw one of the students who received a book and she told him that she found the longest word in the dictionary and it was on pay 373.  The word has over 1000 letters in it and we challenged President Bob to say the word.  He didn't, but said it started with M. 

     Join us Thursday, May 18th at 2:30 for delivery to Jefferson Elementary.  It's fun to interact with the kids and you will feel so good when you go back home.  It's a Feel Good project!!!

 

This is Sara's first year at Capital High School but she easily stands out from our student body.  Hard work and service to others are the hallmark of Sara Alis.  Sara's positive outlook on life makes her a natural student leader.  Her high level of involvement and service to her community through the time she donates to local food and clothing banks is continually impressive.  Also, she is a valued member of the youth supporting the Special Olympics through her dedication to special needs children playing basketball.  Through the Summer of Hope program Sara gathered gift cards to help a young refugee family.  Sara recently decided to focus her senior project on helping raise funds for The Closet which is an organization that provides free clothing to teens in need.  Sara has been a competitive athlete in three sports while taking on rigorous classes.  It is in both school and extra-curricular activities that Sara impresses everyone with her gift to lead other students, solve problems and serve others in need. 

           Sara’s strong moral character has consistently led her in the right direction.  This is the result of her strong connection to her family and personal values. Sara exhibits outstanding time management skills and a tireless work ethic. She is actively planning to attend university next year.  She will be highly successful at whatever she chooses in life given her innate leadership qualities, boundless energy, high intellect and integrity.

            Sara continues to achieve success as a young woman by rising above life’s obstacles. Sara is passionate about the projects that she commits to.  She is generous with her time and skills.  She assists her peers with their challenges and is a true team builder.  Sarah has earned respect and admiration from Capital High's staff and we could not think of none more perfectly fit for this unique award than Sara Alis.

Todd Fisher is on the world service committee for the club. He presented about a few of the projects our club is working on:

Rotary members from more than 130 countries meet at the convention every year. This is your unique opportunity to connect with old friends, make new ones, and share stories about your club’s current and future projects.

The general sessions and breakout sessions offer countless ways to help you get the most from your Rotary membership and make your club stronger. In the House of Friendship, you’ll find new ideas, learn best practices, and share project successes — it’s where the Rotary world comes together!

The culmination of a yearlong celebration of the Foundation’s centennial takes place in the city where it all began. Join the festivities at The Rotary Foundation’s 100th Birthday Party. Attend a book signing and meet the author of “Doing Good in the World: The Inspiring Story of The Rotary Foundation’s First 100 Years.” See all the activities we have planned.

Bask in the sun on the Atlantic and Gulf shores. Test your game at some of the world’s most celebrated golf courses. Experience the magic of Florida’s Disney World, Universal Studios, and Sea World.

Explore the natural wonders of the Appalachian Trail and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Step back in time at Colonial Williamsburg. Sample the sophisticated charms of New Orleans, Savannah, and Charleston. Learn more

Watch for more information about special activities like Restaurant Night, Host Hospitality Night, and a screening of "Gone With the Wind" at the historic Fox Theatre. Visit the Host Organization Committee site to find more activities.

            Aneesh is a well-rounded student with a 4.0 GPA.  He has been playing piano for 12 years, participating in the National Federation of Music Clubs all 12 years.  He achieved 11 “Superiors” and three trophies. 

            He is a member of HOSA (Future Health Professional) and qualified for the State Competition for Medical Terminology in Spring 2016.  He volunteers at St. Luke’s Medical Center accumulating over 320 volunteer hours.  He helps out at the front desk and in the Gift Shop. 

            Aneesh loves Tennis and was the 8^th grade district champion.  He now plays for Timberline and for fun.  He was also on the YMCA swim team, competing in several meets around the Idaho.  Just for fun, he hits the slopes and skis whenever he can. 

            Aneesh’s future plans involve studying Pre-Med in College majoring in Neuroscience or Health Sciences. 

 

          Kassidi is a senior at Timberline High School enrolled in 8 AP classes including AP Biology and AP Calculous.  She is a member of the National Honor Society and a member of the Science Bowl Team.

          Kassidi is a member of Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America for 2 years and is currently the State President.  She plans and runs leadership trainings throughout the State as well as attends Leadership Workshops for self improvement. 

Kassidi is very interested in politics and started a political efficacy club, at Timberline, known as Currently Political.  She envisioned a place for all students to openly discuss political beliefs and that is what Currently Political offers. 

            In addition to all her work and volunteer hours at school, she is a nanny every day after school for twin special-needs boys who are now in the second grade.  She loves science and research, politics, childcare and ultimate Frisbee.  She is hardworking, organized, determinded, innovative and cooperative.  She would like to attend Whitman College after High School

 

Along with a 4.0 GPA through six semesters at BK, Jacob also volunteers for many school and community causes;  Volunteers extensively at the Bill Wassmuth Center for Human Rights (Ann Frank Memorial); Campus minister at BK and planning of spiritual life events; Active in the BK Program Assisting the Homeless Scholar (PATHS) program by tutoring and serving those at City Light Shelter, Interfaith Shelter, and Hays Shelter; Hosts new or visiting students at BK.

 

Jacob is a member of National Honor Society and has been selected by several Bishop Kelly teachers for outstanding academic achievement awards.  Not only do the instructors and staff at BK select him for awards but the Idaho High School Activities Association recognized him for his academic success.  He was recently selected to receive the Knights in Armour Award from Lyle Pearson.  These students are chosen by their coaches and teachers of their High School for Academics, Sports, and Citizenship. 

 

Academics are one thing for Jacob but he also participates in Cross Country, Basketball, and Track.  He hopes to attend a college in the Pacific Northwest or in France. 

 

 

Isabella has a 4.0 GPA at Boise High and is a member or board member of several organizations.  She is Treasurer and Board Member of Onestone.  As a board members she is helping with the new alternative High School sponsored by Onestone. She is Vice President of the Writing Assistant Center, and Founder and member of the Green Team at Boise High. 

 

Almost every day you can find Isabella running or mountain biking in the Boise Foothills.  She is an alpine skier; a swimmer, and loves Basque dancing.  When she wants to relax she plays the violin.

 

Isabella is definitely an Outstanding student.  She is a member of the National Honor Society and an AP scholar with distinction Award recipient  Boise High principal says that she is an unique young person who is very civic minded and service oriented.  She naturally cares about others and is very genuine.  She hope to go to college in Colorado or California and focus on the Sciences, Mathematics or Pre-med.