Greeters were Lee Means and Elva Salinas-Garcia. Russ Rainwater gave the invocation The Pledge of Allegiance was then led by Bob Mason.

Darrick Price conducted member recognition. He announced that there were no birthdays to recognize this week.

Ron Noble announced that he and his wife celebrated their 26^th anniversary by taking the day off and riding their motorcycle on the back roads to the coast, where they had a romantic dinner in Lincoln City.

Edwina Castle announced that her ballet troupe will be performing “Swan Lake” his weekend at the Gallery Theater. Performances are Friday and Saturday evening at 6:30 and Sunday at 3:00.

LV Van Blaricom announced the All-Team, Relay for Life Parking Lot Sale this Saturday at Rite-Aid. It’s a big one!

Kelly Odegaard put a dollar in the basket to celebrate his daughter’s recent marriage, and then took it back out because he has another daughter being married in October. His team at Oakwood Country Place is celebrating a successful site visit to their facility—they won an industry honor.

Lynda Wiegan reminded the club members that she has to place the final rose order on Monday the 1^st and pick up is Friday the 5^th at 6:30 am at Citizen’s Bank. Be there early to get the colors you want! Thanks to everyone for their hard work on this fundraiser.

Kristy Brill walked us through the latest issue of The Rotarian. She mentioned that magazine received a lot of feedback for the February cover of Welsh opera star, Katherine Jenkins. The June issue features photo contest winners and their photographs. One of the most thought-provoking stories is written by Kilong Ung, a member of the Rotary Club of Portland since 2006. He survived the Khmer Rouge régime in Cambodia and immigrated to the United States. He has since become committed to Rotary club projects in Cambodia, including missions through Medical Teams International.

President Chuck mentioned that one of the short subject documentaries nominated for an Oscar this year was “The Final Inch”, a film about the effort to eradicate polio. Click on the link above to watch this outstanding film.

 

MAIN EVENT

President Chuck introduced Guy Everingham, Chair of the Rotary Club of Mcminnville Foundation’s. He recognized the following club members for their contributions to this year’s awards: Erin Stephenson, inspired by her mother, Linda Stephenson, had the bright idea of inviting the students to an awards luncheon to accept their scholarships (it worked!); Lee Vasquez, a long time committee member; Frank Bumpus., a retired educator with a fresh perspective; Steve Fitzpatrick, who tracks the dotted i’s and crossed T’s of the scholarship paperwork; and  Ron Benek, that fabulous guy who writes the checks. This year the committee reviewed 51 applications and awarded scholarships to students throughout the county. These grants are funded by cash donations by members of the club, fundraisers, and earnings from foundation investments. Winners are selected according to financial need, community service, personal character, academic record and the sincere interest of the student to pursue further education. 

And the winners of the 2009 Rotary Scholarships are…..

ARACELI ALVAREZ, McMinnville High School ($1,000 Foundation Scholarship) Araceli is involved in Link Crew, helping incoming freshmen transition to high school. She volunteers at St Barnabus Soup Kitchen, and the library. She has taken an active role with her younger siblings for the past eight years while her parents worked. The personal accomplishment she is most proud of is the dramatic improvement she’s made in her grades since her freshman year. She plans to attend Chemeketa Community College and study Nursing.

 

STEPHANIE CARDINAL, Dayton High School ($1,000 Foundation Scholarship) Stephanie will be the first person in her family to attend college. She is the mother of a two year old son, Alden Jaymes. She has been on the honor roll the past three years. She volunteers at St Vincent de Paul and assists a disabled personal friend. Stephanie plans to attend Chemeketa Community College and study Nursing.

 

 

ERIN GRINICH, McMinnville High School ($1,000 Foundation Scholarship) Erin will be a valedictorian and receive an Honors Diploma when she graduates June 5^th. She has been active with habitat for Humanity, the national Honor Society, the Link Crew and the Key Club. She was Editor-in-Chief of the Bruin her junior and senior years and competed in several sports. She has also done volunteer work for the McMinnville Education Foundation and the mayor’s Charity Ball. Erin plans to attend Carleton or Pomona College and study Biology.

 

LINDSAY HARROP, McMinnville High School ($1,000 Foundation Scholarship) Lindsay has been active in the Model U.N. Club, the National Honor Society, the Sterling Jazz Choir, the Symphonic Choir and the Twilighters. She has been active with Gallery Theater, the First Baptist Vacation Bible School and YCAP. Lindsay plans to attend Ithaca College and study Cinema and Photography. She dreams of creating films that will inspire generations to come and wants to use the medium of film to promote a better world.

 

EMMA HERDENER, McMinnville High School. ($1,000 Foundation Scholarship) Emma has been involved with the year Book Committee, the national Honor Society, volleyball and equestrian teams, and the Doernbecher Club. Emma volunteers for YCAP, the McMinnville Educational Foundation and was a bear Buddies Personal counselor for 4^th graders. Emma plans to attend OSU and study Zoology and Animal Science, with the goal of becoming a veterinarian.

 

JOSH HUMLIE, McMinnville High School ($1,000 Cy Jeter Music Scholarship) Josh is a young man whose life revolves around music. He volunteers with Kids on the Block, and donates his time and musical talent to many community fundraising events. Josh’s career goals include writing music for orchestras and wind ensembles, along with teaching, arranging and producing music in the Northwest. He plans to attend WOU and study Music and Music Education.

 

AUSTIN LAVIER, McMinnville High School. ($1,000 Foundation Scholarship) Austin has participated in football, wrestling, track & field and rugby. He volunteers with the St Barnabus Soup Kitchen, Habitat for humanity and his church. He’s been on honor roll his entire high school career. His goal is to attend medical school at the University of Washington and specialize in Oncology. Prior to that, he’ll attend St Martin’s university and stuffy pre-med. Austin was chosen as a NW Rugby All-Star and was away at a tournament in California. Hs mom, Susan, accepted the scholarship on his behalf.

 

EMILY KERSTING, McMinnville High School ($1,000 Foundation Scholarship) Emily has been involved with volleyball, the equestrian team and track & filed. She plans to compete in the USA Track and Field Junior Olympics and Junior Nationals. Her five year career goal is to pursue her athletic career and qualify for the upcoming Olympic trails. Emily will attend Sacramento State and study architecture and interior design.

 

 

DANIEL MAGANA, Amity High School ($1,000 Foundation Scholarship) Daniel is originally from El Salvador. He’s been active in Cross County, Basketball and Track, and has been a Statesman Journal Academic All-Star who’s been on the honor roll throughout his high school career. His volunteer work includes the Amity Daffodil festival, tutoring math to grammar school students and working with youth a summer running camp. He spends his summers as an IT intern with the Amity School District. Daniel pans to attend the Oregon Institute of technology and study Information Technology.

 

JAMIE MYER, Dayton High School ($500 Rotary Club Art and Wine Scholarship) Jamie has been active in Dayton’s Faith in Christ Club, jazz choir, band, and concert choir. She was the ASB Vice-president this year. Her other interests include soccer, dance team and community theater. Her volunteer work includes a Mexico mission trip and four years as a volunteer with the Salvation Army. Jamie’s goal is to work for a major advertising agency in their art department. She will attend Pacific Northwest college of Art, studying Graphic Design and Advertising.

 

AIMEE PALACIOS, McMinnville High School ($1,000 Foundation Scholarship) Aimee participated in ten clubs during her high school career. She’s been active with the InterAct Club. She is an accomplished vocalist and has been active in the Twilighters, the Symphonic Choir and the Sterling Jazz Choir. She volunteers with students at Wascher Elementary and Patton Middle School. Aimee has held a paper route and worked part time for the City of McMinnville throughout her high school career. Aimee will attend George Fox University and study Music Education and Biology.

 

CHRIS VAN CLEAVE, McMinnville High School ($1,000 Foundation Scholarship) Chris has been planning to attend New York University since he was in the 6^th grade and took a trip to New York. He’s been active in Key Club, The Bruin newspaper, Model U.N., the National Honor Society and the Thespian Club. His volunteer work includes Relay for Life, Peer Court, Habitat for Humanity and various community fundraisers. Chris will attend New York University, studying Print Journalism and International Relations. He plans to work as a reporter for the New York Times and then move into international reporting for the Times.

At the conclusion of the scholarship presentations, the Club members gave the recipients a standing ovation, in recognition for their outstanding achievements.

 

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