My husband and I were missionaries in England with a Judeo Christian ministry before coming to work at Mooseheart Child City & School in 2005. Our youngest daughter just turned one and our oldest was two and half years old. We moved into a teenage boy's home called the Michigan Home. While working as a Family Teacher I was fortunate enough to be able to go to school and get my bachelor's degree in Human Services from Judson University and my master's degree in Public Policy & Administration from Northwestern University.
We worked as Family Teacher's from 2005 - 2016, when Dean accepted a job working for the Salvation Army as the Child Development Coordinator and I accepted the position as the Training Coordinator at Mooseheart. As the Training Coordinator my biggest responsibilities are to train all new Family Teachers in the Mooseheart Model of Care as well offering advanced training for veteran staff.
Operation Fresh Start (OFS) is working with disconnected young people (16-24) facing life challenges, especially youth of color, OFS gives them skills in electrical, woodwork, construction, and plumbing to prepare them for a career. They’re active in building affordable housing, working on conservation programs, and getting their GEDs. Healthcare is also a major area, as is work with Americorps.
OFS works with 200 young people a year. A 12-15 month Pathways Program gets them trained and motivated to get out into the workforce and start building their personal future. It’s proven to be a transformational process for people without a confidence-building record of success. So the impact is enormous. And the savings to the community is just as large. For Kids with no high school diploma by 21, the community expends a quarter million dollars over their lifetime keeping them afloat. Operation Fresh Start gets them self-supporting and gives them pride in being a productive member of the community.
Derek Moehring, Club President introduces Lucas Schell.
Lucas Schell was officially inducted into the Rotary Club of Madison West Towne-Middleton during the regular meeting on Friday, March 10, 2017.
He received his Rotary pin, his red name badge, and a packet of tasks to be accomplished. These tasks are designed to help new members understand the responsibilities of being a Rotarian, the enjoyment obtained as a Rotarian, and to earn the coveted blue name badge.
Lucas Schell receives a Rotary pin from Mick Faulhaber.
Under the provisions of the Rotary Foundation’s program, club’s desiring to participate in the grant program must be certified. Part of that certification process is attendance at a Rotary Grant Management Seminar (GMS). District 6250 will offer three Grant Management Seminars.
There will be a training session for grant management in Madison on Thursday, March 23, 2017 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. I have already signed up and hope to see several club members on March 23rd.
If you plan on writing a grant with a total expenditure of over $5,000, I encourage you to register. The grant is rather long, and I want you to enhance your ability to obtain a grant by knowing the process and knowing what can be funded. You can register by going to rotary6250.org. The location will be sent to you.
Usually a club can get one grant per Rotary year from the District. If you have a grant request for $30,000 or more, this is submitted to the Rotary Foundation (the Foundation of Rotary International). The District will assign you a mentor to write this grant.
Grants will be due in May. Please do not wait until the last minute or month to start.
If you have any questions, please contact: Lynne Spielman, Club Grants Chair • spielman@chorus.net 608.850/5732.
Lucas Schell, our newest member has stepped up to lead our annual high school scholarship program, this is a high-profile program for the club. Thank you Lucas!
The program benefits 2 high school seniors each from Edgewood High School, Madison Memorial High School, Middleton High School and Wisconsin Heights High School. We award a one-time $1,000 and $500 scholarship to a candidate for a 4-year and 2-year college, respectively. In addition, Dick and Ellen Meister have funded another $1,000 scholarship for a HS senior pursuing a STEM field.
High school students from across the US, British Columbia, China, London, and Malaysia will participate in the 36th Annual National Competition on April 20-21, 2017.
More than 200 volunteers are needed- Final schedule/times to be determined by April 1.
Speech Judges and Timers: 90 speech judges (3 per room) and 30 speech timers are needed from approximately *12:45 - 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, April 20.
Interview Judges: 90 interview judges (3 per station) are needed from approximately *12:45 - 7:00 P.M. on Thursday, April 20.
Test Proctors: 25 room monitors are needed for the distribution and collection of tests, as well as overseeing the testing process, from approximately *6:15 A.M. – 12:15 P.M. on Friday, April 21.
National Competition
Thursday & Friday, April 20 & 21, 2017
Monona Terrace Convention Center
John Nolan Drive, Madison, WI www.usad.org
If interested in volunteering, contact:
Molly Ritchie, WIAD State Director, National Host • mritchie@wiad.org • 608-845-3544
Derek announced that the Madison West Towne-Middleton Rotary Foundation, Inc will match dollar for dollar up to $1,000 all donations made by Rotary Club of Madison West Towne-Middleton members to the Claire Fung Memorial Fund. The Memorial Fund was created to support the young twin sons of Claire Fung, Bill Mowbray's daughter, who passed away suddenly a few weeks ago.
Member donations to the Fund can be made in one of two ways:
New Donations: Bring cash or checks made payable to the Madison West Towne-Middleton Rotary Foundation to any Club meeting in March and give the check to Derek Moehring, Dean Ryerson or Ruth Domack.
Donations Already Made: Many Club members have already made a donation to the Memorial Fund via the website that was set up to accept donations on-line. If you made a donation using this website, please let Derek, Dean or Ruth know the amount of your donation and that amount will be counted toward the $1,000 match.,
I am looking for drivers for Best (Rotary Youth Exchange student) to get him to and from school/Rotary meetings. If you can help out with any of these dates please let me know ASAP. I now have to inform the school as to when he will be leaving for the meetings and it is helpful to let them know who will be picking him up and bringing him back. Thanks so much!
MULLIGANS may be used for any shot, with the exception of winning the closet to the hole contests on the Par 3's
12 TOTAL HOLE CONTESTS - (such as longest drive, longest putt, closest to the hole, straightest drive, etc.) $25.00 Pro Shop Certificate to each winner
$50.00 per golfer prize for 1st Place Teams for 3 categories Men's Team, Women's Team, Mixed Team
For fun and fellowship and to raise money for the Madison West Towne-Middleton Rotary Foundation, Inc. (a 501 3c Charitable Organization) to support our annual projects.
If you are volunteering with youth (one-on-one)? Mentoring, Youth Exchange, RYLA, Academic Decathlon, High School Business Plans, Etc... You must have an annual background check completed. This only applies if you are working with youth one-on-one. If you are in a group more than 2 people, you don't need a background check.
This will be a very busy weekend in La Crosse, with several other events in town taking up hotel rooms. Book early to be sure that you'll have a room for the 2017 Rotary District Conference!
Radisson Hotel - Conference Venue 200 Harborview Plaza
La Crosse, WI 54601 Standard King Room: $149
Standard 2 Queen room: $159
Reservations:
(608) 784-6680 or (800) 333-3333
Ask for the Rotary District 6250 Conference Rate www.radisson.com/lacrossewi
Enter promo code: RD6250 Room block deadline:
April 14, 2017
The Charmant Hotel - upscale boutique hotel
101 State Street
La Crosse, WI 54601 Standard King: $249
Double Queen Room: $249
Reservations:
(608) 697-7300
Ask for the in-house reservations:
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.
2. Strengthen your club and your passion for Rotary
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!
3. Join The Rotary Foundation celebration
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.
4. Explore the American South
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
5. Enjoy special tours and events
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.
Friendship Committee
Please let me know of any events or special situations in our fellow Rotarians' lives where a card, flowers, or a plant would be appropriate for their situation.
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