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Voter Registration Deadlines

Hey there CKI!

One of our Circle K International Objects is "To develop aggressive citizenship and the spirit of service for improvement of all human relationships..."

Because of this I think it's very important, regardless of political party affiliation, that members of our organization take the time to develop aggressive citizenship and voting is a way to do that.

I wanted to let all of you know that many of the states in the U.S. voter registration deadlines are quickly approaching and you can find a master list by clicking here. Please forward this blog post on to any and get out there, be proactive, and improve any and all human relationships you can.

Live to Serve -- Love to Serve,

-Kristen

Introducing the 2008-2009 CKI Organizational Goals

Gulf Coast Update by Governor John Cano

See below for a message from Texas-Oklahoma Governor John Cano.

Live to Serve -- Love to Serve,
--Kristen

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Hello Friends,

I just wanted to drop in and let you know about Texas in case you were wondering how things are. Right now two clubs are affected by indefinite school closures: Texas A&M Galveston on Galveston Island, and Lamar University in Beaumont. Travel in many areas is impossible and it could be weeks before power is restored to much of Southeast Texas and the Houston area.

So far I've spoken with the Lamar president Kayla Scates (some of you may remember her from Leadership Academy) and she had evacuated to Northeast Texas and is expecting to go home in the next day or so.

I've not been able to speak with anyone from Galveston, but I know that the evacuation orders were very stern so hopefully our members cleared out of there in advance of the storm.

Your concern for our district is very appreciated! Please share this message with anyone who may be interested in knowing how things are down here.


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John Cano, District Governor
Texas-Oklahoma District | www.txokcki.org
Circle K International I www.circlek.org

Back from Indy!

Hey there CKI, long time no see!

Well I am very excited to report to everyone that the Circle K International Board Trainer weekend was phenomenal! From September 5th-9th myself, VP Ricardo, and all of the Representatives arrived in Indianapolis for a weekend of a life time. We set the 2008-2009 CKI Organizational Goals (see your International Representative's newsletters for more details), the CKI Board Code of Ethics, and much more. The long weekend continued with meeting with Kiwanis International staff members on how they can best assist our organization, assigning committee chairs, secretaries, and liaisons, approving Ad-Hoc Committees, creating directives, and filming videos for CKI members to check out on CKITV (in english AND spanish!)

My next post I will upload a day by day "diary" and recap of everything we accomplished! However, I just had a wisdom tooth out yesterday so I'm going to rest up for tonight and wake up bright and early to work with my CKI club at our St. Lawrence County Pet Fair! woohoo! Check below for a few pictures from the International Board Trainer and stay tuned for more information!

Live to Serve -- Love to Serve,
--Kristen

Pictures from the CKI Board Trainer (click to enlarge)

Six Cents CAN Save a Life!

Dear Friends:

In order to stay healthy, it is important to drink 1.5 to 2 liters of clean water every day. We may think clean water is readily available, but not everyone enjoys such conveniences. More than 1 billion people do not have access to clean water. More than 2.6 billion people around the globe lack even the most basic sanitation facilities. That means one and five children in developing countries are susceptible to diseases caused by bacteria that grow in unsafe waters--and 5,000 die every day.

But there is hope!

As a Circle K member, I have joined CKI and the U.S. Fund for UNICEF's Six Cents Initiative. This initiative is designed to help children get the rehydrating salts they need to survive dehydration spells and to help UNICEF provide long-term solutions to achieve their goal to educate safe water and hygiene practices, and to provide supplies to produce safe water supplies for communities.

With contributions to UNICEF, CKI can help provide:

Click here to visit my personal page.

Click here to view the team page for 08-09 Circle K International Board.


--Kristen

Hop on Board! International Committee Applications Available!

Greetings CKI!

Below you will find the applications for the 2008-2009 CKI International Committees and an educational piece to demonstrate for you new changes. If you have questions regarding the application process, structure or committees - please contact Vice-President Ricardo Torres at vp@circlek.org or President Kristen Reed at president@circlek.org.

INTERESTED? Interested members are encouraged to apply for these important committees by submitting an application. To be considered, members must be dues paid and from a club in good standing. Please note deadlines, as they will be strictly enforced.

Applications are due by Monday, September 1, 2008 at 11:59pm EST.
Late applications will not be considered.

Members may apply for more than one committee; however they will only be selected to serve on one. Depending on the quantity of applicants there may be a phone interview process on September 2nd and 3rd. All Committee member appointments will be announced over the business reflector on September 4th, 2008.

Applications must be sent to both vp@circlek.org and president@circlek.org.

For logistical purposes, please clearly note in the subject of your email the name of the committee you are applying for.

READ FIRST: Click Here for the 08-09 Committee Ed Piece

APPLICATIONS:

The Membership Development and Benefits Committee shall focus on membership development and education, member benefits, awards, club building, and leadership development. Click Here for Application

The Marketing and Kiwanis Family Relations Committee shall focus on the Kiwanis family and the marketing presence and public relations issues related to Circle K International. Click Here for Application

The Service Committee shall focus on the Service Initiative of Circle K International, the Large Scale Service Project, the Tomorrow Fund, and partnerships with outside service programs. Click Here for Application

The Large Scale Service Project Ad-Hoc Committee will promote, plan, and execute a successful annual service project close to the date of CKI Convention that gives all members an opportunity to serve together that will provide a significant impact to the community that is served. Click Here for Application

Good Luck to all applicants!

Live to Serve -- Love to Serve,

--Kristen

10% off Textbooks for CKI members

Got textbooks? I sure do! As this semester begins remember to use your CKI discount code "CKI_2008" when you order books on BetterWorld.com.

This CKI member exclusive discount code will take 10% off your entire order!

Happy Textbook Shopping!

Live to Serve -- Love to Serve,

--Kristen

Getting to know you...

Hey there CKI!

Ricardo and I came up with a one page introduction of ourselves for everyone.

Click here to download the "Meet your International President & Vice President" sheet!

Feel free to share it with all of your CKI buddies. :) Happy Friday!

Live to Serve -- Love to Serve,

--Kristen