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District 6900 News for September, 2017
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From the District Governor
By Alec Smythe As I write this, the people of Texas are just starting to see the Harvey floodwaters subside, Irma is plowing through the Caribbean headed directly for Florida, Georgia and South Carolina and last night Mexico suffered a major earthquake. So we have plenty of work to do in our own corner of the globe to help the needy. I’ve already sent out information … [more] |
 In 2016, Ceasar Gaiter presented Congressman John Lewis with a Trailblazer Award |
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Rotary People in Action
By Jackie Cuthbert This month, District 6900 is honoring South DeKalb Rotarian Ceasar Gaiters for his personal contribution to the community. Ceasar is currently CEO of Gaiter Ventures Inc. where he leads the company’s community and philanthropic strategy, which is focused on fostering our youth through mentoring and furthering education. He is also the CFO of another non-profit - JABY Inc - and president of its annual fundraiser, "The International Trailblazers Awards." [more] |
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Club News
By Pamela Young The 10th Annual Rotary Club
of Peachtree City Dragon Boat Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 23,
2017, and you will not want to miss it. Featuring teams from different
communities and countries, the excitement is sure to thrill. New races and
events will highlight the day. The Rotary Club of Peachtree City would
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Stop Bullying Now
By Katha Stuart OCTOBER 15, 2017: SAVE THE DATE!!
Over 3 million kids will be bullied this year, making
it the most common form of violence experienced by young people in our
nation. To combat this epidemic, Be THE Voice® was developed. BTV focuses solely on empowering the student
bystander to find his/her “voice” when … [more] |
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The Rotary Foundation
By Margie Kersey Goals. Every study ever completed agrees that the likelihood
of success is improved when you set a goal. Your Rotary club is no different.
If you want a strong Rotary club that is growing and vibrant, you need to set
goals. Have a vision of what you want to accomplish. This morning I pulled up a Foundation giving report for our
district … [more] |
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RLI
By Elwyn Gaissert, II Rotary Leadership Institute is coming to Sandy Springs, Ga on October
21, 2017. Thank you Sandy Springs Rotary Club for sponsoring! The
location is Sandy Springs Charter Middle School, 8750 Pride Place (formerly
Colonel Drive), Sandy Springs, GA 30350. Parts 1, 2, 3 and Graduate
Course in Foundation will be offered. Here is … [more] |
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District Conference 2018 Update
By Ryan Clements At this year’s District Conference, the Saturday evening general session will be solely focused on recognizing our clubs’ outstanding community and international service projects in an Oscars-style format. The goal is to celebrate Rotary and the good Rotarians do in the world – to celebrate ROTARY: MAKING A DIFFERENCE [more] |
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GRSP
By Lynn Clarke August GRSP Conclave in Bainbridge, Maynard Knestrick Memorial Weekend Sept. 8-10, DG Alec's support, Endowment Update, Words from a Recent Alumni and photos from one new student starting her year [more] |
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Literacy
By Brenda Erickson At the recommendation of DG Alec, I have created a Facebook page dedicated to District 6900 literacy work. Our shared experiences offer the greatest source of information and inspiration for one another. This FB page - Rotary6900Literacy - is meant to be a platform for sharing literacy projects … [more] |
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Club News
By Darlene Duke Kennesaw State University President Sam Olens (left) paid tribute to the South
Cobb Rotary Club and its President Darlene Duke (center) for the group’s
steadfast commitment over the past 40 years to fund dozens of scholarships for
Cobb County students and various faculty projects. Olens praised the organization,
which has … [more] |
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Club News
By Blake Joiner The Rotary Club of East Cobb furthered its partnership with Wheeler High School during a ribbon cutting ceremony launching Wheeler High School's new AVID program. AVID stands for "Advancement Via Individual Determination." represent a significant commitment to the community. In July, the 12th annual race attracted more than 700 runners and walkers, and raised more than $90,000 for community and non-profit organizations. [more] |
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Club News
By Stephanie Windham The Rotary Club of Griffin welcomed over 100 new teachers
and administrators to its July 27 meeting for its annual New Teacher
Appreciation luncheon. The 2017 Georgia
Teacher of the Year, Casey Bethel, presented the program. Mr. Bethel praised the Rotary Club of Griffin
for bringing together educators and community leaders. … [more] |
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Literacy
By Brenda Erickson In August, a workshop was held in Denver, Colorado for Rotarians
who served in the Peace Corps as volunteers or staff. About 85 people attended
the workshop to learn about the Peace Corps/Rotary Partnership including
Rotarian guests who wanted to learn more about the partnership, senior Peace
Corps and Rotary staff, and other Rotary dignitaries … [more] |
LEADERBOARD |
Check out the full district scoreboard |
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| Here are the clubs that are leading the way in our district for membership, annual fund and polio plus. |
| Category |
NET MEMBERSHIP |
ANNUAL FUND |
POLIO PLUS |
| I |
Atlanta Metro |
North Atlanta |
Henry County |
| II |
Johns Creek North Fulton |
East Cobb |
Vinings Cumberland |
| III |
Midtown Atlanta |
Albany |
Decatur |
| IV |
North Cobb |
Peachtree City |
Thomasville |
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