Students of the month - November 2009

Cumberland Valley

Luke Ogden, son of Michael and Nadine Ogden, of Mechanicsburg, PA 17050. Luke is involved in Varsity Soccer and serves as the captain, spring musical, Choir Ensemble, Jazz Band, Symphonic Winds, French club, The Office club, and Concert Choir. He plans to major in secondary education with a concentration in history and will apply to Penn State University, Houghton College, and Bloomsburg University.

Gretchen Garland, daughter of Tim and Pam Garland, of Carlisle, PA 17015. Gretchen is involved in Choir, Symphonic Winds, Orchestra, Choir Ensemble, Key Club, National Honor Society, and the musical. She plans to major in music education and will apply to Lebanon Valley College and Messiah College.

Cumberland Perry AVTS

Aleksandr Kolesnik, son of Alex and Lyudmila Kolesnik, of Mechanicsburg, PA 17055. Aleksandr is a Mechanicsburg Area School District student enrolled in the HVAC program. Aleksandr is a member of the National Technical Honor Society, SkillsUSA, Student Chapter of the NAHB and serves as treasurer, and is part of the International Builder Show (IBS) presentation team. He plans to apply to Pennsylvania College of Technology and Thaddeus Stevens for the HVAC/R program.

Amanda Cree, daughter of Sharon and Thomas Cree, of Franklintown, PA 17323. Amanda is a Northern York County School District student enrolled in the Health Occupations Program. She is an active member of the Health Occupations Students of America club and serves as the secretary. She is applying to Messiah College, Elizabethtown College, and Shippensburg University for the Occupational Therapy program.

More... "Paul Harris Fellows" at MNRC

On 8th Oct 2009 there was additional surprises for MNRC members...

Current president Ms. Sharon Engel earned her SECOND Paul Harris Fellow award!

Mr. Bob Benzoff earned his FIFTH Paul Harris Fellow award !

MNRC new members Classification talks

Welcome!

On 8th October (Thursday) Glen Osborn and Ernie Zimmerman, MNRC new members gave classification talk. "Classification talk" is a 15 to 20 minutes speach to the club audiance where a new member introduces themselves.

The following picture are from the classification talk.

Mr. Glen Osborn giving "Classification Talk" on 8th Oct 2009 at MNRC.

Mr. Ernie Zimmerman giving "Classification Talk" on 8th Oct 2009 at MNRC.

Students of the Month Oct 2009

Cumberland Valley
Drew Keller, son of Dwayne Keller and Donna Partin of Mechanicsburg Drew is involved in Thon, water polo, swimming, NHS, and NFLSHS. He is applying to MIT, Georgia Tech, UVA, University of Pennsylvania, Drexel University and Harvard. He plans to study chemical engineering.

Kate Meckler, daughter of Susan and Mick Meckler of Mechanicsburg Kate is involved in choir, orchestra, the musical, Model UN, NHS, NFLHS, and Odyssey of the Mind. She is applying to PSU’s Schreyers Honors College, University of Virginia, Case Western Reserve University and the Air Force ROTC. She plans to study astrophysics.

William “Carl” Purcell, son of Barbara and Bill Purcell of Mechanicsburg Carl is a Cumberland Valley student enrolled in the Advertising Art and Design program. Carl is involved in SkillsUSA as the President, and is serving as a State Delegate this year. He is active on the Cumberland Valley Lacrosse team. Carl plans to attend Millersville University and major in graphic design.

 

Cumberland Perry Area Vocational Technical School

Allison Hanna, daughter of Barbara Hanna of Mechanicsburg Allison is a Cumberland Valley student enrolled in the Horticulture program. Allison is involved in the Student Chapter of the National Association of Home Builders as the President. She serves as Treasurer of the National Technical Honor Society and President of the FFA. She competed in the International Builders Show competition in 2008-2009 where the team placed 4th. She plans to attend Temple University and major in landscape architecture.

New "Paul Harris Fellow"

Congratulation Ms. Megan Mines-Hall! She was awarded "Paul Harris Fellow" Award on 23rd Sep 2009.

Mr. David Bennett speaks on Next Generation

Mr. David Bennet, professor at Army War College, Carlisle PA, spoke to Mechanicsburg North Rotary Club members today.

In 35 minutes of inspiring and visionary talk, Mr. Bennet layed a portrait of two aspiring youngsters from Africa and their perspective, aspirations, motivations and goals in 21st century.

Going forward, the next generation that is growing up in the facebook and twitter environment, with globalization, next generation from developing or under developed continents face unique problems. "Yes, there is Hope", Mr Bennett said.

Education, Corruption, Marginalization are some of the problems that must be overcome. Organizations like Rotary are definitely making a positive impact.

Bob Hervey introduces the speaker.

Rotary Club of Mechanicsburg-North Duck Race

The Rotary Club of Mechanicsburg-North recently held its First Annual Ducks of Hope Race, a charity duck race sponsored by Highmark to benefit the programs of New Hope Ministries and the Rotary Club of Mechanicsburg-North.
The race debuted in the Yellow Breeches Creek at Messiah College under beautifully clear skies. A number of Rotarians, their family members, and New Hope Ministries supporters frolicked in the creek as they released and caught the rubber ducks. The Rotary Club and New Hope Ministries sold over 1,000 Duck Adoption Certificates.
A finish line banner featuring Highmark, which contributed $5,000 as the title sponsor, was hung on the covered bridge. Duck #198 of the final heat won in a close race, earning his adoptive parent a $1,500 travel voucher.
Club member and project chairman Dave Nesbit stated, “The Mechanicsburg-North Club appreciates the generous sponsorship from Highmark, donations from other area businesses, and all those who purchased Duck Adoption Certificates. The monies raised will support the varied programs offered by New Hope Ministries that address hunger and other emergency crisis assistance and programs for children and youth in Cumberland and York Counties. The proceeds will also enable the Rotary Club of Mechanicsburg-North to continue to provide scholarships to local students and to serve persons in need in Ecuador, Ghana, and other countries around the globe.”

Rubber ducks in First Annual Ducks of Hope Race, a charity duck race sponsored by Highmark to benefit the programs of New Hope Ministries and the Rotary Club of Mechanicsburg-North, make their way to the finish line banner.

Additional information about the Mechanicsburg-North Rotary Club is available on the Club’s website, http://www.mechnorthrotary.com/.

Photo credit for photos is Dave Getz

Dr. Don M. Snider on Future Military Leaders

MNRC Meeting
Date: 10 Sep 2009 7:30 AM – 8:30AM

Dr. Don M. Snider was the speaker and every one listened.

In 30 minutes of speech extraordinaire which was captivating, motivating, emotional, and commanding Dr. Snider provided a panoramic portrait of the NEXT generation of military leaders of United States of America.

Dr. Snider, spoke about the next generation of US military leaders who are just entering college and academy, their perspective, obligation, determination, commitment and beliefs.

‘Lead by Example” is the tenet, Dr Snider said, that makes great leaders in the past, present and in the future.

With years of research, studies, and several authoritative publications in the complex subjects of military innovation and adaptation, American civil-military relations, the identities of the American Army officer, officer development and military professions Dr. Snider speech, today was humbling yet exhilarating.

Web page for D. Don M.Snider :
http://www.strategicstudiesinstitute.army.mil/Pubs/people.cfm?authorID=53

Thank you Dr. Snider for everything you do.

Rotation of Rotary Leadership

MNRC Thanks the past leaders and WELCOMES the leaders for 2009-2010!

Mechanicsburg-North Rotary Club 2009-2010

President...............Sharon Engle
President Elect..... Megan Mines Hall
Vice President.......Eric Williams
Secretary...............Carla Fisher
Treasurer..............Mike Signor

Chip Wasson, Past President
George Doran, Board of Directors
Ken Hugendubler, Board of Directors
Dan Whiteside, Board of Directors
Terry Jones, Community Service Avenue Chair
Adam Kane, International Service Avenue Chair
Eric Williams, Club Service Avenue Chair
Mary Rodman, Vocational Service Avenue Chair
Carol Fastrich, Program Chairperson
Dave Getz, Membership Chair
Alyssa Smith, Rotary Foundation Chair

The "leadership rotation" occurs on July 1st every years accross the Globe!

MNRC past leaders "pass the baton" in an annual picnic event.

President Chip Wasson received the President’s Plaque and thanks from the club for his leadership and service this past Rotary year.

Some pictures from the picnic...

MNRC Holds its Annual Fishing Derby

On a beautiful first day of summer, at the Hampden Township Activities Site on the banks of the Conedeguinet Creek, The Mechanicsburg North Rotary Club hosted its fifteenth consecutive fishing derby for the areas elementary school children.
Ages three through twelve, approximately seventy-five children participated. Prizes were awarded for the biggest fish, most fish caught by one person, etc.

The largest fish was caught by six year old girl, it was a full eighteen inch bass. A seven year old boy caught the most fish at four.
Prizes were awarded to all participants, followed by a hot dog mid-morning snack. This event is held annually and is FREE to all participants.

Congratulation Mark

Congratulations to our own Assistant District Governor Mark Reilly who was the recipient of The Rotary Foundation Citation for Meritorious Service.

Mark is only the twelfth individual from our District over the last 25 years to be so honored.

Congratulations,
Mark!

Students of the Year 2008-2009

Congratulations!

Scholarship Winners

Cumberland Valley
Archana Nalluswami and Michael Henry
Cumberland Perry Vocational Technical School
Cassandra Ortega and Adam Turner

Each student receives a $1500 scholarship to continue their education.

Because of your support of our Rotary fundraising projects, we are able to provide these Scholarships to our Students of the Year. Thank you!

Welcome Nancy Moran

Welcome Nancy,

Mechanicsburg North Rotary Club welcomes you.

Nancy's Profile
Employer: The Ancora Group, LLC
Job Description: Principal
Classification: Business/Accountant
Hobbies/Interests: Hiking, gardening, travel
Community Activities: Church and community volunteer

Selfless Act: Community helps in time of need.

When the "Corporate greed" is at highest world-over, when every major industry from Banks and Auto to Adult film industry is running to the Government for Bailout Money, when redical terrorism is the headline news in every major news media...
World is still running and Hope is still surviving in local communities, thanks to those unsung heroes who keep doing good, everyday without expecting anything in return.
On December 9th 2008 afternoon, severe fire, damaged a duplex home in Mechanicsbug Borough and left a family of single mom and four children homeless in Mechanicsburg PA.
Fortunately everyone was safe, but overnight the family lost everything.
Local businesses, fellow neighbors and Mechanicsburg North Rotary Club came together to help.
Local chapter of Red Cross and New Hope Ministry extended support with immediate needs. Local business man and long time MNRC member, Mr. Bob Banzhoff arranged for help in the form of cash, Walmart-cards, discounts at local businesses and stores.
The family needed a place to stay! Becky Dussinger, Holiday Inn manager and an MNRC member arranged for family to stay at Holiday Inn at 80% discounted rate.
Within a month, a rental place was found or the family.
It is community efforts like this and not the mega media news that really maintains the integrity of the world and keeps it going.
Thanks to all those who helped, in time of need.
The picture is courtsey of http://www.lowerallenfire.com/

Mr. Fred Lovelace to be honored for community service

Last updated: Friday, January 9, 2009 2:15 PM EST

Mr. Lovelace will be our speaker on Thursday, January 15.

Ever since he was a little boy, Scouting has been a major part of life for Fred Lovelace.

“I’ve been a Boy Scout since I was a Cub Scout,” said the 67-year-old West Shore businessman, who currently serves as council president of the Keystone Area Council, Boy Scouts of America.
Lovelace grew up in the Pittsburgh area during the 1940s.
That’s where he got into Scouts, he explained, eventually earning Eagle Scout, the Boy Scouts’ highest rank.“We didn’t have the after-school activities or computers they have today.
It became a really good activity,” he said, noting that his brothers were also involved and his parents were active Scout volunteers.

“It becomes a way of life.”Upon retiring from the Army after more than 21 years of service, Lovelace worked for contracting firms in Washington, D.C., and Germany before moving to the area in 1994 and founding The VitalLink Consulting Agency, a professional organizational consulting firm in Mechanicsburg.

“I gained a wealth of information over the years and I felt I had a lot to offer,” he said, especially in dealing with people.
He joined the West Shore Chamber of Commerce in 1995, which helped an unknown Lovelace grow his business.“It’s one of the most positive things I have done,” he said, citing a multitude of networking opportunities available through the chamber.

“It gives you the exposure you need as a small and new business.”Lovelace has continuously given back to the community through his business and on a personal level.
Aside from his involvement with the Scouts, he also serves as the commander for the Pennsylvania Department of the Military Order of the World Wars and is their representative to the Mechanicsburg Area Veterans Council.
He is on the board of directors for Pennsylvanians for Right to Work, a member of the American Management Association and is a certified management consultant with the Institute of Management Consultants.
With the chamber, he has served on the board of directors and as past chair of the military liaison committee.

His efforts have earned him the chamber’s Les Ginanni Business & Community Connection Award, which will be presented at its annual meeting and luncheon on Jan. 15 in Camp Hill.

January 2009 - Students of the Month

The Mechanicsburg-North Rotary Club is pleased to announce its students of the month for January 2009.
Cumberland Valley High School
Delaney Janson, daughter of Lisa and Russell Janson. Delaney is involved in orchestra,
National Honor Society (president), pit orchestra, STILES (Students Teaching International
Languages in Elementary Schools), National Foreign Language Honor Society, and STAND. She
will attend The College of William and Mary, majority in biology or environmental science.
Patrick Chou, son of George and Tracy Chou. Patrick is involved in orchestra, Future Business
Leaders of America, and TSA. He plans to attend Carnegie Mellon, Drexel, Penn State, or the
University of Pittsburgh, and major in computer science.
Cumberland Perry Area Vocational Technical School (CPAVTS)
Adam Turner, son of Sherry and Dennis Turner. Adam is from Northern High School and in the
Landscaping Program. Adam is planning to attend HACC or Pennsylvania College of Technology
to study landscaping. He has been recognized as Student of the Quarter at CPAVTS, and has
received three scholastic certificates of honors and distinguished honors at Northern High School.
Ashli Weaver, daughter of Tami and Dan Weaver. Ashli is a West Perry student enrolled in the
carpentry program. She plans to attend HACC for an Associate Degree in architecture. She has
been recognized as the Student of the Quarter, and was part of the 2nd Place Winning Team at
the International Builder’s Show.

President's Pen - January 2009

Dear Fellow Mechanicsburg North Rotarians,
Happy New Year! I wish all of you and your families good health, much
happiness and ongoing success. This month is Rotary Awareness Month. Each of
us as individuals, we as our Rotary Club and Rotary International can not do
enough to share the good news about the projects we support, serve and provide
for those less fortunate. Please make it a point to have your “elevator speech”
ready. That is, when asked, “What is Rotary and what do you do?” we should be
able to respond with a 10-20 second answer (before the elevator doors open) and
then invite the questioner to a meeting as our guest.
One of the District’s projects is the Teacher Impact Awards. WGALTV
has been and will continue to support this recognition of one of our most
valued professions. Nominations are due by January 30th at the WGAL-TV
office. Forms will be available at our January meetings.
Please continue to collect the coins in the Make Dreams Real jars. I
have made my coworkers at the bank available to count the coins collected.
Please have those jars to me by the end of February. Please include your name
on a slip of paper on the inside of the jar so you may receive credit toward the
Foundation giving. The total jar collection for Mechanicsburg North shall be
reported to District before March 15th and the proceeds sent to the Rotary
Foundation at that time.
Thank you again to Bill and Allison Morgan for opening their homes to
us for the Holiday party. Once again, the committee did a fantastic job with the
food, drinks and the weather- cold rain beats ice any day!
Yours in Rotary, President Chip