May 14, 2019: The Historic Rotary Club of Charleston celebrated students and 
teachers on May 14, 2019 by awarding 4 high school “Service Above Self” Scholarships and celebrating the Top 5 Honor Roll Teachers including the Charleston Teacher of the Year.
Rotary Service Above Self Scholarships were awarded to the following students:
Introduced by First Baptist Guidance Counselor, Sherri Bridges, Ke’von Singleton spoke about his love of giving back to his community. He described how his interest in documentary film and the creation of “Atlanta, a City You Love to Hate” led him to realize his voice needed to be heard. After his film won several honors and was shown at the National African American History Museum, he went on to participate in the Charleston Republican Students for Action committee, volunteering at the Gibbs and YMCA Summer Camp for Black Artists and other local groups. He will be attending Moorehouse College.
Ashley Hall Guidance Counselor, Amanda Murrell, introduced Catherine Dixon, who will be attending USC Honors College. Ms. Dixon told our club about how at 6 years old she realized she didn’t want gifts and asked her mom if she could raise money for Boys Farm, a home for disadvantaged boys. Since 2007 she has been raising money for Boys Farm and estimates she has help raise over $10,000 for the program. She volunteers at school in numerous ways including the annual Bake Sale and at her church.
Porter Gaud Guidance Counselor, Gretchen Tate, introduced Halle Kilburn, who volunteers and numerous Porter Gaud programs. She will be attending Tennessee this fall. Haley said she believes service to others is the most important extracurricular activity she is involved in. She is a service leader for the school’s blood drive, helps at Ronald McDonald House, Pet Helpers, Habitat for Humanity, Bishop Gadsden, and Bouquets for Vets.
Burke High Principal Cheryl Swinton introduced Larry Singletary, who will be attending the Citadel. He volunteers for disabled veterans, participates in ROTC , is a youth altar person at his church. Mr. Singletary said that since elementary school he has always tried to help others.
Charleston County School District Superintendent Dr. Gerrita Postlewait and Chief of Staff Erica Taylor introduced the 5 finalists for CCSD Teacher of the Year. The recipients are:
- Erin Bua has taught for 27 years and is a teacher at James B. Edwards Elementary School.
- James Costner has taught math for 5 years at Laing Middle School.
- Shantia Wilder has taught for 19 years at Chicora Elementary School
- Melissa Reese is this year’s Teacher of the Year Runner Up. She has taught for 7 years at Murray- Lasaine Elementary
- Teacher of the Year, Jayuntay Williams, teaches at West Ashley Middle School.
Jayuntay Williams Williams gave a short speech about his love for teaching and that he strives to lead in all that he does. He searches for ways to engage students by dancing, singing, teaching, etc. His goal is to bridge the gap between home and school and strives to get his students parents involved in their scholastic activities.
Submitted by Steve Coe, Keyway Committee
IN OTHER MEETING NEWS
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- Conor Bini gave the Invocation and led us in the pledge.
- President Alex Dallis welcomed all visiting Rotarians & guests.
- President Alex Dallis presented Health and Happiness.
- Jeremy Cook and Trey Lucy introduced and recognized our Rotary Scholars and CCSD Teacher of the Year Finalists.
MORE IN THIS WEEK’S KEYWAY
May 21, 2019 | Issue 4929 | President: Alex Dallis
COMING EVENTS
- May 21 – International Projects
- May 28 – No Meeting
- June 8 – John Reed, Cradle to Career
- June 11 – No Meeting
- June 18 – No Meeting
- June 25 – Presidential/Board Transition & Installation
NEWS BRIEFS
Volunteer Service Opportunity with Salvation Army
We are looking for volunteers to help The Salvation Army of Charleston with the Moose Tracks Ice Cream 10,000 Scoop Challenge, coming to Charleston on Tuesday, May 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Palmetto Parking Lot on the corner of Market St. and Church St. downtown.
The 10,000 Scoop Challenge is a fun, community event put on by Moose Tracks, the developers of the legendary Moose Tracks Ice Cream flavor line. During a 4-hour window, Moose Tracks challenges the Charleston community to eat FREE Moose Tracks Ice Cream for a cause. For each scoop of ice cream served, Moose Tracks will donate $1 to The Salvation Army of Charleston in hopes of raising $10,000 in just four hours to help fund ongoing community projects. That’s a ton of ice cream!
It’s a fun, outdoor event and we need your help! Volunteers will be scooping ice cream, handing scoopers ice cream cones/napkins, dispersing flyers, handing out moose hats, and ensuring event-goers are having FUN! We are also looking for a volunteer to help by being the Moose mascot for the day!
Community members can volunteer during the following timeslots, which are flexible upon your schedule:
- Event set-up: 8-10:30 a.m.
- Event duration: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Event tear-down: 3-4:30 p.m.
You can use Sign-up Genius to conveniently register for your shift by going to https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70a0449aeaf2ea5f94-moose. If you have questions about volunteering, please contact Karl Brady at 843-747-5271 x65907 or karl.brady@uss.salvationarmy.org and the time preferred for volunteering. We appreciate your interest in supporting your local Salvation Army and we look forward to throwing this fun event with you!
Adopt-A-Highway Pick Up Service Project
On Saturday, June 8th at 9 a.m. we will be having our first Adopt-A-Highway clean-up day of 2019. Rotarians will meet at the corner of Lockwood and Bee Street. In the past, members have parked at Brittle Bank Park. Gloves, reflective vests and trash bags will be provided. Depending on the number of volunteers, the clean up usually takes less than an hour. If you intend to participate, please contact Brett Barry at bbarry@cleanenergyfuels.com
Change in Membership Status Deadline
If you plan a change in your club member status by July 1, 2019 to Excused, Leave of Absence or if you are planning to resign, please notify Carroll in writing NO LATER THAN June 21, 2019. This change will affect July billing. All current members who officially resign after June 21 will be billed $65 to cover Rotary International dues, which are paid the first of each billing cycle. If you have any questions, contact Carroll.
January Dues Statements Past Due
We still have a few members who have not paid their January dues. You know who you are — please be sure to make payment as soon as possible. Past due notices were distributed via email earlier this week. Billing for the second half of the year will occur in June, so we want everyone to be paid in full. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Carroll.
Our Club on Social Media
Members are encourage to follow all of our social media channels and share posts with their followers too! We also need members to send us picture of anything they do that relates to Rotary – service projects, meetings, events, etc. We would love to keep our accounts full of smiling Rotarians! Photos can be send to Mike Sottak, mikesottak@gmail.com, or Rob Byko, rob@bykorealty.com.
MEMBER NEWS
Member News
Congratulations to Kelsey Willey, who is expecting her second son this November!
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
John M. Bleecker, Jr.
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- Joined: 1992
- Sponsor: Johnny Stuhr
- Membership Involvement: Former Board Member
- Classification: Attorney-At-Law
- Profession: Licensed lawyer, Law Offices of John M. Bleecker, Jr.
- Something Unique About Yourself: John has been a member of the South Carolina Bar since 1960 and at age 87 maintains an active law practice. One of his favorite pastimes is stamp collecting and photography.
Birthdays
- May 22 – Valerie Morris
- May 25 – Kerby Teller
By the numbers
Attendance on May 14, 2019: 65
Not in attendance: Allen, Baggs, Bailey, Bishop, Brack, Buzon, Byko, Carico, Ceccato, Channell, Chico, Clark, Cole, Cooper, Emily, Cooper, Michael, Cooper, Jamie, Crouch, Deavenport, Diminich, Donnellon, Drafts, Echols, Embry, Fellabom, Fink, Finniff, Frume, Gill, Hanger, Holmes, Hudnall, Jamme, Jones, Lee, Minson, Mitchell, Mixson, Moring, Morris, Prewitt, Ravenel, Rich, Riner, Ruettiger, Rust, Saboe, Savage, Seguer, Smith, Michael, Strickland, Tecklenburg, Webb, Weber, Whitaker
Out of Town Make-ups: Howard Chapman – Savannah, GA; Amy Riley – Savannah, GA
WELLNESS TIP
Refresh An Old Workout Routine
This spring, don’t let workout boredom squelch your motivation to get in shape. Change your workout course. Do the familiar course in the opposite direction. Or find a workout partner. Or work out at a different time of day.
AREA CLUB MEETINGS
Mondays
- Summerville – Oakbrook: 7:30 a.m., Monday, Westcott County Club, 5000 Wescott Club Drive, North Charleston
- North Charleston: 12:30 a.m., Monday, Hilton Garden Inn, 5265 International Blvd, North Charleston.
- Summerville Evening: 5:30 p.m., Monday, Montreux Bar and Grill, 127 W. Richardson Ave., Summerville
Tuesdays
- East Cooper Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. Tuesday, Cooper River Room at Waterfront Park, Mount Pleasant
- Charleston: 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, Hall’s Signature Events, 5 Faber, Charleston
- Goose Creek: 12:45 m. Tuesday, Gilligan’s, 219 St. James Ave., Goose Creek
Wednesdays
- Daniel Island: 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, Daniel Island Club, 600 Island Park Dr., Daniel Island
- St. John’s Parish (John’s Island): 7:45 a.m. Wednesday, 2817 Maybank Highway, Unit 1, John’s Island
- Mount Pleasant: 12:30 p.m., Wednesday, Harbor Breeze Restaurant, 176 Patriots Point Road, Mount Pleasant
- Summerville: 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sticky Fingers, Summerville
Thursdays
- North Charleston Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. Thursday, Embassy Suites, 5055 International Blvd., North Charleston
- Moncks Corner: 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Gilligan’s Restaurant, Moncks Corner
- St. Andrews (West Ashley): 12:30 p.m., Thursday, Bessinger’s BBQ, 1602 Savannah Highway, Charleston.
Fridays
- Charleston Breakfast: 7:30 a.m., Friday, Harbour Club, 35 Prioleau St., Charleston
SOCIAL MEDIA
Our Rotary club actively uses social media — and we encourage you to interact with us through social media.
- We’re on Facebook. Take a look at our page and be sure to “like us”.
- We’re on Twitter. You can follow us @chasrotaryclub.
- We’re on Instagram. You can follow us @ChasRotaryClub.
ABOUT THE KEYWAY
The Keyway has been published weekly as a newsletter for the Rotary Club of Charleston for more than 90 years.
- President: Alex Dallis
- Keyway editor: Don Baus don@sgaarchitecture.com
- Executive secretary: Carroll Schweers, carrollschweers@gmail.com
- Mailing address: Rotary Club of Charleston, P.O. Box 21029 ,Charleston, SC 29413-1029
- Copyright 2018, Rotary Club of Charleston. All rights reserved.