INSIDERJUNIOR CIVITAN

Leading, Serving, Connecting • Fall 2016

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Junior Civitan Creed

I am a Junior Civitan:An aware citizen of today,

The standing promise of tomorrow.

I seek to meet the needs of our world,To be progressive in a world of change

With compassion and understanding forThe values and traditions of the past.

I value the security of knowingThat wherever I am

I will always be within reachOf a fellow Civitan.

I dedicate myselfTo society and to my fellow man

With a commitment To make the world a better place.

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CIVITAN CENTER STAGE

Happy Feet in John’s Creek

2016 CONVENTION

Let Your Service Shine!

BEST IN SERVICE

2015-16 InternationalAward Winners

MEET THE BOARD

2016-17 InternationalOfficers

ACT NOW

Scholarship Opportunities

Fall 2016Volume 51, No. 1

Editor:Lauren Dover

Graphic Artist:Tonya Duckett

PR and Communications Director:Luke Anthony

International Officers:President:Cambron Bice Alexander City, ALcbice17@yahoo.com

Vice President:Tanner KnightLancaster, SCtannermknight@hotmail.com

Directors:Cody CatoeLancaster, SCcodygamecockfan@gmail.com

Hadden FulghamLakeland, GAfulghamhadden@gmail.com

Eowyn PakPotomac, MDeowynpak@gmail.com

Junior Civitan Insider is produced for Junior Civitans to promote the objectives and service programs of their clubs. It carries authorized notices and articles regarding the interests and activities of the Junior Civitan organization, but no responsibility is assumed for the statements of other authors and opinions expressed are not necessarily those of Civitan International, its officers or staff. Editorial and Executive Offices: One Civitan Place, P. O. Box 130744, Birmingham, AL 35213-0744: telephone (205) 591-8910; FAX (205) 592-6307.

CENTER STAGE

Johns Creek, GA – More than 160 people with developmental disabilities, from age 17 to 70, gathered together this April for a memorable evening of dinner and dancing. The Dream Big Dance is a prom-type event for people with developmental disabilities, sponsored by the Johns Creek Civitan Club and Mount Pisgah Special Needs Ministry.

“The Johns Creek Civitans are very appreciative of the Johns Creek Foundation’s generous donation to help make the ‘Dream Big’ Prom an unforgettable experience for the special needs community,” said Glenn Rudh, president of the Johns Creek Civitan Club. “Everyone was treated to a magical evening from the moment they entered Mount Pisgah through an arch of red and silver balloons, to dinner and dancing. It was a night to remember for all the guests and volunteers.”

The dance had more than 70 volunteers to make sure the event went off without a hitch. The Mount Pisgah Special Needs Ministry also held a formal wear drive, collecting more than 175 donations of jackets and dresses so the attendees could look their finest.

HAPPY FEET IN JOHNS CREEK

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June 23, 2016 was an extremely anticipated day, as the Doubletree by Hilton Atlanta Marietta hotel was filled with Junior Civitans from all across North America. You could feel the excitement, as the delegates began to register for the 36th annual convention. The convention officially began Thursday evening with Opening Ceremonies, where our 2016-17 International theme “Rooted in Service,” was announced and the state of the organization was given by 2015-16 Junior Civitan International President, Kali Wilson. Following President Wilson’s address, delegates were able to hear from the electrifying Shane Feldman, founder and CEO of Count Me In. Mr. Feldman gave an inspiring speech about setting goals for ourselves and working hard to reach them, which was a great primer for the rest of the week. To end our schedule on Thursday, delegates were invited to a “Welcome to the Jungle,” themed dance to cap off a great first day.

The following morning, delegates heard from Dr. Aundrea Bartley from the Civitan International Research Center and the outstanding work that Junior Civitans sponsor each year through their fundraising for the Center. Following the very informative spotlight from Dr. Bartley, delegates headed to workshops to prepare for their year as successful leaders. Once the workshops ended, delegates gathered for the Meet the Candidates Luncheon to hear from the candidates hoping to lead the organization to new heights in the 2016-17 year. Once the final candidate had presented their platform and the final question had been answered, delegates were driven to “An Evening of Service” at Kennesaw Mountain National Park, where we helped clear trails and were treated to a beautiful view of Atlanta at the mountaintop. Friday wrapped up at the hotel with a fun evening of movies and games.

Saturday morning began with the seating of the voting delegates to elect the 2016-17 International Board. Once the much anticipated announcements had been made, the philanthropy program began. Clubs and districts were honored for their hard work throughout the year and highlighted their service through environmental and social causes awareness projects.Honor Clubs were also presented with much deserved recognition.

Saturday night, delegates were able to honor the 2015-16 board, witnessed the 2016-17 board’s induction into office and celebrated the year’s accomplishments with the awards ceremony. Following the banquet and awards program, the farewell dance partymarked the last night of convention. Always bittersweet, the closing of the dance signified the ending of a Junior Civitan year with goodbyes to graduating seniors, but a welcome hello to a new year in service. The 36th Junior Civitan International Convention was definitely a life changing experience and I hope you will join us for the 37th Junior Civitan International convention in Birmingham, Alabama as we celebrate 100 years of Civitan!

By Cambron BiceInternational President 2016-17

2016 INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION

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BEST IN SERVICE

HONOR CLUBS OF DISTINCTION

HONOR CLUBS

Alabama NorthBrindlee Mountain High School

Alabama-West FloridaStanhope Elmore High School

Cardinal George Washington

Mississippi NorthS.P.O.T.

North Carolina EastGarner High School

HANDSJOCO

North Carolina WestDavie High School

Rowan County Early College

North CentralNewburgh

South CarolinaChester High School

Lancaster (B)

Alabama-West FloridaEnterprise High School

Canadian EastAlmonte

Canadian WestRick Hansen

CardinalJohn Adams

Harding

ChesapeakeCD HyltonChurchill

FloridaBishop Moore

Chiles High School

HeartlandShawnee Heights

North Carolina EastHawfields

North Carolina WestDavie Early College

South CarolinaLakewood

Lakewood High School (G)Newberry Academy

2016 Honor Clubs2016 Honorees

COMPETITIVE AWARDSClub of the Year 1st Lancaster High School (B), Lancaster, South Carolina 2nd Rowan County Early College, Salisbury, North Carolina 3rd Lancaster High School (G), Lancaster, South CarolinaDistrict of the Year 1st Valley 2nd Great Southwest 3rd FloridaClub President of the YearShyann Duran, Bosque School, Albuquerque, New Mexico Club Officer of the YearMargaret Benson, Young Visionaries, Corralles, New Mexico District Officer of the YearGlamar Galeas, Davie Early College, Mocksville, North Carolina District Chair of the YearBarbara Holyfield, MagnoliaAdvisor of the YearSpring Zuidema, Garner High School, Garner North Carolina Joint Project of the Year1st (Junior) Lancaster High School (B), Lancaster, South Carolina (Junior) Lancaster High School (G), Lancaster, South Carolina

(Senior)Lancaster Civitan Club, Lancaster, South Carolina2nd (Junior) HANDS, Fairmont, North Carolina

(Senior) Hearts-N-Hands, Clayton, North Carolina 3rd (Junior) Bishop Moore High School, Orlando, Florida

(Senior) Frontier Civitan Club, Orlando, FloridaOngoing Campaign of the Year 1st Garner, Garner, North Carolina 2nd Lancaster High School (B), Lancaster, South Carolina 3rd George Washington High School, Charleston, West Virginia Environmental Project of the Year 1st HANDS, Fairmont, North Carolina 2nd Lancaster High School (B), Lancaster, South Carolina Community Project of the Year 1st Helpful Heroes, Farmington, New Mexico 2nd Lancaster High School (B), Lancaster, South Carolina 3rd S.P.O.T., Saltillo, MississippiCampus Project of the Year1st Oak Grove Middle School, Hattiesburg, Mississippi 2nd Lancaster High School (B), Lancaster, South Carolina 3rd Bosque School, Albuquerque, New Mexico District Project of the Year 1st Great Southwest 2nd Valley 3rd South Carolina

Hall of FameEmily Hodges, Alabama Central

Honor KeysPresidential Honor KeyKali WisonMale Junior Civitan of the Year Janssen KeigerFemale Junior Civitan of the Year Lindsey MeyerGovernor of the Year Ben Nguyen, Naples Florida

AchievementDistinguished Governor of ExcellencePreston Albertia, ValleyDistinguished GovernorRemi Ward, Great SouthwestHonor District of DistinctionAlabama Central; Great SouthwestHonor District of ExcellenceNorth Carolina East; Valley Growth AwardsMost New Charters: Magnolia (7) Overall Increase: Alabama Central Percentage Increase: Great SouthwestLargest Foundation ContributionsClub:Overall: Lancaster High School (B), Lancaster, South Carolina Per Capita: Chester High School District:Overall: North Carolina EastPer Capita: Great Southwest

Janssen KeigerMale Junior Civitan of the Year

Ben NguyenGovernor of the Year

Shyann DuranPresident of the Year

Margaret BensonClub Officer of the Year

Lindsey MeyerFemale Junior Civitan of the Year

Glamar GaleasDistrict Officer of the Year

2016-2017 International Officers

Cambron BiceInternational President – Alexander City, AlabamaGoing into his second year on the International Board, Cambron is extremely enthusiastic for what this year has to offer. He has served as

his home club’s president and vice president, International Vice President, and twice as Alabama Central governor. Residing in Alexander City, Alabama,

Cambron is a senior at Benjamin Russell High School. When he’s not in a Junior Civitan board meeting, Cambron can be found playing his trumpet or leading his school’s

marching band as drum major. Cambron is looking forward to his third and final Sno-Do, and his fourth Dance-a-thon!

Tanner KnightInternational Vice President – Lancaster, South CarolinaTanner was recently elected as governor of the South Carolina District and co-vice president of his home club, Lancaster High School. Outside of Junior Civitan, Tanner plays basketball, participates in student council, and serves as the president of his school’s National Honor Society. Tanner hopes to charter new clubs, increase membership and see revitalization in existing clubs during his term. He says that leadership is about serving others, and he looks forward to serving Junior Civitan this year. As the Dance-a-thon Chair, he wants to see each

and every one of you boogying at the beach!

Cody Catoe International Director – Lancaster, South CarolinaCody proudly represents the Lancaster High School Junior Civitan Club, as well as his school’s National Honor Society and Beta Club. He leads as treasurer of his home club and South Carolina Deputy Governor. He played baseball for his high school for three years, and was also named Mr. Sophomore and Mr. Junior. As an International Director, Cody wants

to increase communication through social media. He’s especially excited about the new Facebook page, “Junior Civitans Around the World!”

Hadden Fulgham International Director – Lakeland, GeorgiaHadden began his journey in Junior Civitan in his middle school’s club, where he was the charter president. Shortly thereafter, he became the president of Cook County High School Junior Civitan, and the Georgia district governor. He is starting his third term as governor, and has attended both Sno-Do and Dance-A-Thon once. Hadden is a member of Key Club, Future Business Leaders of America and his school yearbook staff. As Dance-a-thon 2016’s highest

fundraiser outside of Civitan and the 2017 Sno-Do Chair, Hadden urges all Junior Civitans to go above and beyond in their fundraising for the Civitan International Research Center this year.

Eowyn Pak International Director – Potomac, MarylandAs a member of Churchill High School Junior Civitan Club, Eowyn has proven herself to be a leader both in Junior Civitan and on her campus. She has served as Chesapeake District deputy governor and club treasurer; this year, she will serve as club co-president and as Chesapeake’s governor. She’s a part of her school’s golf team, and president of the

biology club, chemistry club and international student alliance, to name a few. Eowyn wants to increase communication across clubs, and hopes to encourage active communication through

the Governor’s Liaison Program.

Penny BonawitzChairs Representative

Lutz, Florida

Lyle Armstrong Civitan Board RepresentativeDon Mills, Ontario, Canada

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ACT NOWRecruit!Recruit! Recruit!Fall is the ideal time of year to boost your club’s membership. A vinyl banner is available to highlight your club’s campaign. So recruit now! Don’t let Junior Civitan be the best kept secret around!

A Great Gift IdeaMaking someone a Junior Fellow is a great way to honor them! It costs $300, and they will be presented with a stunning plaque and a memory that will last them a lifetime.

To top things off, Junior Fellows help fund the Shropshire Scholarship program, a Civitan academic scholarship open to Junior Civitan members. So act quickly and engrave someone’s name on a beautiful and memorable plaque forever!

We Wanna KnowHave you told International about your projects lately? Help us keep track of all that we’re doing as an organization by reporting your involvement in club, district, and international projects. Email us at juniorcivitan@civitan.org,

or log onto www.juniorcivitan.org to find a variety of report forms under “Literature and Forms” in the “Member Resources” section.

Don’t Forget Dues!Dues should have been sent in by November 1. If you haven’t received your club’s dues reporting information, contact International by emailing juniorcivitan@civitan.org.

SNO-DOSupport our Civitan International Research Center, your district, and a longstanding Junior Civitan tradition by making a Sno-Do donation. Every little bit helps. Send your donations to: Civitan International Foundation, P.O. Box 130744, Birmingham, Alabama 35213. You can also donate via Paypal, at www.juniorcivitan.org/donate!

Scholarship OpportunitiesSelected Junior Civitans are honored via the Shropshire Scholarship. The deadline to

apply is January 31. The new application is online now. The quickest way to get an application is to go to www.juniorcivitan.org/scholarships.

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Be sure to report your projects and send in pictures to see your club featured in the next Insider magazine!

By Eowyn PakInternational Director

The Social Causes Awareness Campaign is designed to bring awareness

and put an end to pertinent issues that affect our society today. Junior

Civitan International puts major emphasis on Social Cause Awareness

Campaigns because as youth service workers, we can bring about

positive change to individuals who struggle.

The BBC conducted an online Disability website poll to see which words

were the most offensive to disabled people. The poll had more than

2,000 submissions of input (many of the votes came from non-disabled

people) and found that the word “retard” was the most offensive word with

almost 20% of total votes. Because of the word’s damaging use, your Interna-

tional Board of Directors has selected the “Spread the Word to End the Word

Campaign.” This is a movement to put an end to the derogatory use of the r-word

“retard/retarded” by informing the public of its harmful emotional and mental effects on others

and by normalizing the intellectually disabled in society with respectful treatment and active,

inclusive involvement. Especially because Civitan International is very involved with people

who have disabilities, we believe that this campaign is particularly suitable - it speaks to many

of our values and goals as Junior Civitans. Measures have already been taken to end the word

on a national level. On October 5, 2010, U.S. President Barack Obama signed a bill, Rosa’s Law,

which removes the terms “mental retardation” and “mentally retarded” from federal health,

education and labor policy and replaces them with non-derogatory phrases such as “individual

with an intellectual disability” and “intellectual disability.” Let us join others in the progressive

movement to end the word by campaigning against it!

The Board has chosen the “Spread the Word to End the Word” Campaign as its Social Causes

Awareness project, but you and your club are not required to do a project related to it. If there

is a social issue that you are passionate about and is especially prevalent in your community, you

may do a project related to that issue. However, we would like to see as many Junior Civitans

partake in this year’s campaign. We believe it will bring about much-needed positive change and

will unify us as a service organization. Get out there in the community, make positive change,

and have fun! Also, do not forget to report your amazing work to your district and international!

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CollectionSelectionCampaignBy Tanner KnightInternational Vice President

Every year, during the months of November

and December as well as throughout the

rest of the year, your Junior Civitan club is

encouraged to collect items for those in need

through our Collection Selection campaign!

Collection items can range from gently

used clothes, pop (or soda) can tabs, stuffed

animals, baby food, canned food, shoes, and

even toiletries – you name it, we collect it!

After collecting these items, your club can

take them to local food banks, homeless

shelters or soup kitchens, or donate them to

any local charity you wish to support! Don’t

forget to report your Collection Selection

projects to International this year. That

way you get credit for the awesome work

you and your club have done within your

communities! You can find the report form

at www.juniorcivitan.org, on the Literature

& Forms page under Member Resources.

And it’s as simple as emailing your reports to

juniorcivitan@civitan.org! Happy collecting!

BEST IN SERVICE

World Junior Civitan Day falls on October 29 this year. This purpose of World Junior Civitan day is to

purposefully recognize the importance of service and dedicate time to a project. This annual, on-going

campaign helps improve many communities each year! Here’s a list of possible projects you and your club

or district can participate in:

• Parkclean-up

• Participateinacampaigntosaveenergy

• Collectbooksforalocalchildren’shospital

• Makinglunchforthehomeless

• Volunteeratasoupkitchen

• Collectfoodforanimalsatalocalshelterandvolunteerfortheday

Any kind of project constitutes World Junior Civitan Day service, because society welcomes any kind of improvement to the community!

Be creative and try projects that tailor to the needs of your community. This day is a perfect opportunity to conduct a District Project (one

component of the Honor District Award Application). Districts need not meet up at a central location just to do a project - clubs can stay where

they are and do the same project in their local communities, as long as clubs within the District are participating on the same day (and on the

same project if they want credit for Honor District.)

President’s Message

Hello Junior Civitans!

I am so excited for this year and hope that you all are as prepared to be as “Rooted in Service” as I am. I feel as though this year will be one of the best Junior Civitan has seen! In July, your International Board held our first meeting in Birmingham, Alabama at Civitan

World Headquarters to prepare for the year and set goals for what we would like to see happen in the organization. One focus for the year we decided was extremely important is improved communication. With that being said, we would love for you to join us on the “Junior Civitans Around The World” Facebook group to share all of the great meetings, programs and projects that are going on in your clubs.

To help make a lasting impact on this organization and the programs and projects that the Civitan International Foundation supports, you can personally make a difference by fundraising to attend Dance-a-thon. This twelve hour dance marathon held in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina is open to any Junior Civitan during the weekend of March 10-13, 2017! With your help, we can make this year outstanding alongside our parent organization as they celebrate their 100th year of service. As we begin our year together, if you need any assistance please do not hesitate to contact me as, I would love to help you in any way. So go out there, get involved and help Junior Civitan to “make the world a better place!”

Yours in Service,Cambron BiceInternational President

WORLD JUNIOR CIVITAN DAY By Eowyn PakInternational Director

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Off icial Convention Registration Form2017 Junior Civitan International Convention

June 24 – 27 • Sheraton • Birmingham, AlabamaFee Must Be Paid in United States Funds

Registration must be received on the Off icial Convention Registration Form. Registration form must be postmarked by May 12. Mail to: Junior Civitan International, P. O. Box 130744, Birmingham, Alabama 35213. Upon receipt of the Off icial Convention Registration Form, the registrant will be mailed additional information pertaining to the convention including transportation arrangements from the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to the Sheraton Hotel, travel form, and other important information. If you wish to share a room with a specif ic person, complete Section B. Roommate requests cannot be guaranteed. Room assignments cannot be changed following registration. Youth delegates must have parent or guardian complete and sign Sections C, D and E. Each delegate is required to have this form completed, signed, and on file. Everyone attending the convention, including adults, must complete ALL SECTIONS.

Section A

Participant’s Name:

Date of Birth: q Male q Female Are you a 2017 graduate? q Yes q No Are you attending as a chaperone? q Yes q No

Home Address:

City/State/Province/Postal Code:

Telephone: ( ) — Cell Phone: ( ) — Email:

Name of Junior Civitan Club: District:

Will you hold a club office in 2017-18? q Yes q No If yes, what club off ice:

Will you hold a district office in 2017-18? q Yes q No If yes, what district off ice:

Are you a member of the Creed Club? q Yes q No

Are you a vegetarian or would you prefer vegetarian meals during the convention? q Yes q No *You MUST check yes in order to be guaranteed vegetarian meals.

Do you need a handicap accessible room? q Yes q No

Emergency Contact: Name Relationship:

Telephone Number: Day ( ) — Evening: ( ) —

Insurance Company: Policy Number:

Section B Roommate Request (Please limit request to only one person. No adult chaperoning couples will be allowed to room together.)

I would like to share a room with:

Section C

In consideration of this registration and permitting me and/or my dependent to participate in the Junior Civitan International Convention, I/we do hereby release and discharge the off icers, agents, instructors, and employees of Civitan International and Junior Civitan International from any and all claims, demands, suits, actions, and causes of action which I/we may have by reason of any illness or accident incurred or suffered by me or my dependent while traveling to and from and attending the Junior Civitan International Convention, no matter how caused or occasioned. I/We further agree to indemnify and hold harmless Civitan International and Junior Civitan International against any and all claims and demands by any other person or legal entity for damages alleged to have been caused by the above named.

Section D

In consideration of this registration and permitting me and/or my dependent to participate in the Junior Civitan International Convention, I/we do hereby grant to Civitan International and Junior Civitan International, its employees, agents, assigns, and sponsors, the right to video and/or photograph me and/or my dependent, and use the video, photo, and or other digital reproduction of my/his/her physical likeness for publication processes, whether electronic, print, digital or electronic publishing via the Internet and expressly waive any present, or future compensation rights to the use of the above stated material(s).

Section E

In case of accident or injury, I give my permission for me and/or my dependent to be treated by a local hospital or physician, and it is important that you be aware of the following allergies including those to medication and food:

Dated the day of , 20 .

Signature: Signature:

Address:

City/State/Province/Postal Code:

Cancellation Policy: 1. Cancellation requests postmarked prior to and including 21 days before the opening day of the convention shall be subject to a $25 processing charge. The amount paid, less the $25 processing charge shall be refunded. 2. All other cancellation requests will be eligible for a 50 percent refund. “No shows” who pre-register, but fail to claim their registration packet, will receive no refund. There will be no substitutions. 3. Cancellations due to a bona f ide emergency (death or illness) shall be honored regardless of the date and a refund will be provided, less the $25 processing charge. All requests for refunds must be sent in writing to Junior Civitan International, P. O. Box 130744, Birmingham, Alabama 35213-0744. (10-17)

SEND REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT TO: Junior Civitan International • P. O. Box 130744 • Birmingham, Alabama 35213-0744

Registration Feesmust be postmarked by May 12

Youth (4 to a room) ......$230 per personAdult (4 to a room) ....... $280 per personAdult (3 to a room) .......$350 per personAdult (2 to a room) .......$400 per personAdult (single) ..................$550 per person*Add Late Fee of $25.00 if postmarked May 13 or later.

Centennial Celebration 2017 •June 24 – 27

Here’s how it works:• Tell your parents and your Junior Civitan Chair,“I want to go to the Junior Civitan International Convention this summer!”

• Mark your calendar for June 24-27.

• Start saving just a few dollars a day now to have more than enough by the registration deadline!

• Fill out the registration form to the right.

• Send in your payment and registration form to the address listed by May 12.

• Head to Birmingham June 24 for the weekend of a lifetime with tons of Junior Civitans from around the world!

REGISTER TODAY

Don’t miss out on the fun!Come check out Birmingham, AL June 24-27 for a weekend you’ll never forget!Questions? Visit www.juniorcivitan.org/convention for the latest information or email us juniorcivitan@civitan.org.

for the 2017 Junior Civitan International Convention!