Rotoscoop 19March2019 (Mar 19, 2019)

President Rodney Hulbert began the meeting with the Pledge of Allegiance, reciting the 4 Way Test, and then we sang "God Bless America." The invocation was given by Ray Doerr.

Jeff Whitbey introduced the following guest:

Nicole Feidner guest of Kathy Losinski

Tom Jeroense Guest of Alan

Pattie Coutney from Livingston Sunrise Guest of Tom

Joe Tunac from Oxford

Alexandra and Julian guest of Alan

HAPPY BUCKS

Christine -- time with her grandchildren in Florida

Rodney -- ski trip in NY with his nieces and nephews

Alan -- daughter passed CPA exam

Phil -- Mo's here!

Tom -- PETS training

Bob -- Online Honor Breakfast for Scouting, 4/5 at San Marino

BIRTHDAYS AND CLUB ANNIVERSARIES

Happy Birthday to the following Rotarians:

William Gross, Mar 23

Christine Kienzle, Mar 25

Happy Club Anniversary to the following Rotarians:

Tim Crawford, 17 years

Shirley Gofrank, 17 years

CLUB ANNOUNCEMENTS

The Avondale HS Interact Club was present at our meeting, and Emily and Quianna shared highlights of the club's activities. They also had delicious desserts on hand for sale to support their charity work.

Christine Hage was the recipient of the 15th handshake. Congrats, Christine!

Christine Hage shared with us that Derby Day, a fundraiser for RANH, will be Saturday, May 4, 5-9 p.m. at the Chapman House. Tickets are $75/person, and there are only 175 available.

Christine also shared that the Rotary is the host club for this year's Interclub Dinner, which will be May 14, at Van Hoosen Farms. There will be seating for 130 persons.

Kyle shared that the Winetasting is Friday, April 12 and over 20 restaurants will be participating. They are seeking volunteers to help with the event, auction donations, and also seek event sponsors, too.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Rotary's 2019 Winetasting Event will be Friday, April 12, 2019, at Bordine's. Tickets are available and may be purchased online!

Wayne H shared about the recently concluded PETS Conference. He noted that many clubs include a fifth question: Will it be fun for everyone involved? He believes we should add it to our beginning. He spoke of the difference between being a Rotarian and being a member of a Rotary Club. He spoke of the joy of celebrating the near eradication of polio and the key role that Rotary has played in this. He shared about Rotary's commitment to make the world a better place. Rotary has been key in networking and responding to natural disasters throughout the world, often being the first on the ground to coordinate relief efforts. He shared his desire to do three things as president: 1) create a calendar with input from everyone, 2) develop the budget with input from everyone, and 3) invite each club member to be a Rotarian and experience joy of service above self.

ROTARIAN OF THE WEEK AWARD

Tate Vo handed of the bejeweled trophy to Bob Lytle for teaching her so many historical songs along the way... congrats, Bob!

SONGS

Speaking of Bob, he led us in two great songs today, School Days and Side by Side. Thank you, Bob!

CONGRATULATIONS, CHIEF SHETTENHELM!

The City of Rochester and the Rochester Police Department are proud to announce that Chief Schettenhelm has been named the Administrator of the Year by the Police Officers Association of Michigan. Chief Schettenhelm will be formally recognized in May in Grand Rapids at the Annual State POAM Convention. He was nominated by the men and women of all ranks from the Rochester Police Department. This nomination was then voted on by the POAM Executive Board. Congratulations to your 2018 Police Officers Association of Michigan Chief of the Year!

SHERIFF'S REPORT

Following the recognition, Chief Shettenhelm got down to business. He shared several humorous stories and reminded us that it was Expect Success Week and Mad for Plaid week. All said, $238 was raised for Rotary Scholarships. Thank you everyone!

PROGRAM

Ron Lichtle introduced our speaker today, James Schwarz, Superintendent of the Avondale School District. He has served 5 years in this role. The Avondale district is comprised of 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 1 high school, and 1 alternative school. The district partners with RCS in a number of ways. The district began a strategic plan in the 2015/2016 school year, and it has guided them very well. The district is committed to Project Based Learning, which is available at all grade levels and focuses on applying what the students are learning. This gives them experiences that translate well in the workplace. Over 50 teachers have been trained in Project Based Learning (almost 25% of the teachers). They have had success implementing the late state/early release schedule. There is much collaboration among students in the school system. At Avondale Academy, the alternative school, they use a FLEX Friday program which allows students to work together during morning classes and provides for collaboration opportunities for teachers during the afternoon. Project Lead the Way has been a success in introducing engineering classes in middle school. These classes are mandatory as a way to include both male and female students. There is a program where high school students may receive a Cybersecurity certificate, which would allow them to find good paying jobs immediately following graduation. He spoke of how they have successfully transitioned their media center to a Maker Space model, which highlights critical thinking. He spoke of their commitment to keeping the curriculum up to date to offer the best opportunities for all their students. There is a partnership with MEEMIC to help students receive training in jobs for the insurance industry. They are involved with an Early College Program, where students can receive up to 60 college credits, while still in high school. He also shared how students are required to take 2 online classes as part of gaining learning experiences for the real world. He then took time for a few questions. Thank you, James for a great presentation today!