Location: Whispering Ridge Clubhouse at 12465 Oakfort Ct. 92131. Meeting room is located at the west end of the pool
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Speaker: Dan Merino who organized two campaigns in 2021 and 2023 to race his 37 foot yacht from Los Angeles to Honolulu. In the second attempt, he won the race in his handicap category. Come hear about all the planning and preparation required to compete in a 2200 mile long ocean race, peppered with some sea stories and amazing sunset photos. I have checked with Dan and he would be happy to put together a 15 minute-ish presentation to share with us.
Coming Soon: Rumage & Bake Sale
The 3rd Annual Scripps Ranch Kiwanis Rummage & Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, April 5th at Jerabek Elementary parking lot from 8am-12pm. We are accepting donations until March 25th. Donations accepted: infant, children, or teen clothing only. Toys, coats, jackets, housewares, small appliances, home & holiday decor, yard & garden items, tools & sports equipment. Items gently used condition please. All proceeds support local kids and community service organizations. Call Craig Bratlien at 858-945-2280.
Support the Kiwanis club with See’s Candy
Purchase See’s candy thru the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch store front to get great chocolate and support the Kiwanis club organization. Click on the link above or scan the QR code below. Note: Orders must be placed by midnight on April 3rd.
March Student of the Month:
At the March 17 meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch, Aishani A., a bright and talented 5th-grade student, was honored as the Student of the Month. During the award presentation, Aishani shared her passion for academics, excelling in Math, Science, and Literature. She expressed her aspirations to achieve great success in life, with ambitions of becoming a lawyer, actress, or astronaut. A dedicated reader, she enjoys books such as Esperanza Rising, The Call of the Wild, and The One and Only series. She also loves movies, with Despicable Me, Matilda, and Home Alone among her favorites.
Beyond academics, Aishani has a natural gift for dance, particularly enjoying Bali music, despite having no formal training. In her free time, she engages in creative and problem-solving activities such as building with LEGO, working on puzzles, and tackling challenging problems. She draws inspiration from historical and humanitarian figures, including Onake Obavva, Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi, and Mother Teresa. The Kiwanis Club members were impressed by her enthusiasm, intellect, and ambition, recognizing her as a remarkable young student with a bright future ahead.
SR High School Principal Speaks to Kiwanis Club:
Scrips Ranch High School Principal, Dr. Matt Lawson, spoke to the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch during their March 4th meeting. Matt has been with the high school for the past 10 years. Five years as vice principal and the last 5 years as principal. Dr. Lawson discussed issues facing the high school that range from dealing with our students mental health to managing an ever decreasing budget. Despite the very real challenges he is faced with, Dr. Lawson has managed to raise the school to #2 ranking in the San Diego Unified School district and 6th overall in San Diego County. The Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch posed the question to Dr Lawson on what could the club do to help the school. Interestingly, the response was not more money, it was to provide students with opportunities to gain real world experiences by offering them internships at our places of work. Anyone that can help place students with work experience where they work should reach out directly to Dr. Lawson via e-mail: [email protected]
Bab Fry spoke to the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch at their Feb 18, 2025 meeting. Bab has been locating lost dogs for people for the past 17 years. She has a unique ability of understanding a dogs psychie and how to go about finding them when they become seperated from their owners. This interesting presentation discussed the often made mistakes that pet owners make when their dog becomes lost and how that often reduces the chances of locating them. If you’ve lost your pet, A Way Home For Dogs offers FREE help to get your pet back home. Contact Babs Fry, at 619-249-2221 for important steps to take and common mistakes to avoid. Time is of the essence – the first few hours are critical!
Bev and Mike Cassity, SR Farmers Market & Family Festival
Beverly and Mike Cassity have run the Scripps Ranch Farmers Market & Family Festival since 2001. They started the market at the old Ellen Browning Scripps Elementry school location across the street from Sammy’s Wood Fried Pizza. They operated there for 17 years until the school moved to its current location and the developer for the Livia Apartments started construction on the site in 2018. Without a location, Bev and Mike were forced into retirement until Newtopia Cyder owners Rick Moreno and Jennifer Hays Moreno convinced them to come back into running the market at their location at 10045 Carroll Canyon Rd. The market runs every Thursday from 3:30PM to 7:30PM. Although many of the farmers that supported the market with fresh grown produce have moved on to other locations, Bev and Mike have reinvented the market to include many food vendors that offer fantastic culinary experiences that range from authentic street tacos to gourmet french bakery items. They have also worked to pull in more vendors and activities to cater to the children of our community. If you haven’t been to the market at its new location, please check it out and support this fun community experience and support our local businesses. If you have questions about the market, Bev & Mike can be reached at (858) 603-3178 or emailed at [email protected]
Mara Elliott, San Diego City Attorney
Mara Elliott, our City Attorney spoke at the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch’s September 3 meeting. Mara spoke about “Your Safe Place” program that the City Attorney’s office runs. This program is run through the Family Justice Center provides confidential, comprehensive services to anyone who has experienced domestic violence, family violence, elder abuse, sexual assault, or sex trafficking. At Your Safe Place they provide supportive services in a judgment-free manner that empowers clients to successfully become survivors and move forward with their lives. Mara provided insight to how the program worked and her passion for not only prosecuting criminals in our city but helping the victims. We are grateful for her work and proud to have her not only as a citizen of the Scripps Ranch community, but also as a future Kiwanis member when her term ends in December this year.
Nancy Quidachay and Madeline Bowen from Junior Achievement of San Diego spoke at the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch’s August 20 meeting. Junior Achievement of San Diego is part of a global non-profit organization committed to empowering young people to own their future success. The non-profit organization uses volunteers who share their own life experiences to students and help in schools to deliver an immersive learning experiences in financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Students gain an in depth understanding of our financial markets and compete with other students to pitch their own business ideas. Winners of these competitions progress to a national competition level and can ultimately put their ideas into practice. Junior achievement is constantly looking for volunteers who can spend time with students and teachers to run this program. If you are interested in learning more about volunteering, follow this link to their website.
Patty Smith & Linda Libby from ArtsBusXpress spoke at the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch’s August 6 meeting. Patty Smith is not only a co-founder of ArtsBusXpress but also an original member of the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch. Patty is committed to helping teachers get children out of the class room and experience art, science, and theater. ArtsBusXpress arranges transportation for students and teachers to go on field trips. Getting transportation is often so challenging that teachers will not bother pursuing a field trip. Linda Libby is a teacher and spoke first hand of the challenges in arranging transportation for student outings. ArtsBusXpress is the only organization in San Diego County that provides financial awards directly to teachers to cover or offset the the cost of bus transportation, outreach opportunities and virtual programs. The Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch is proud to support this organization. Anyone interested in volunteering or learning more about becoming a ArtsBusXpress should go visit their website artsbusxpress.org
Nicole Koch from Voices for Children spoke at the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch’s July 16 meeting. Founded in San Diego in 1980, Voices for Children is a private, nonprofit organization that recruits, trains, and supports Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers who speak up for the needs and well-being of children in foster care. In 2015, Voices for Children expanded to serve children in Riverside County foster care. As the only agency designated by the courts to provide CASA volunteers in San Diego and Riverside Counties, Voices for Children’s CASAs play a crucial role in helping judges make the most informed decisions for children’s futures. Along with Nicole, a volunteer who has been a CASA to three children spoke of the rewarding experience she has had. Anyone interested in volunteering or learning more about becoming a CASA should go visit their website speakupnow.org
Kiwanis Club members volunteer at Habitat for Humanity
On July 13, 2024 the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch volunteered at the Habitat for Humanity. They were assigned to prime boards that would later be used for the construction of a kids playhouse. Members enjoyed a relaxed working environment with plenty of laughs and camaraderie while contributing to the community needs. The leader commented that groups like the Kiwanis club of Scripps Ranch makes his job fun and enjoyable. Thank-you to Craig Bratlien, Holt Mebane, Susan Parme, Eva Ulrich, Bill Jenkins, Lois Hager, John & Shar Kanagaraj for all your help
Student of the Month
Each month, the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch recognizes an outstanding 5th grade student from one of our elementry schools. The student is selected by the schools 5th grade teaching faculty and approved by the principal. The qualities they look for are leadership, citizenship, and overall Kiwanis spirit.
Next Meeting:
Our Next meeting is April 1, 2025
Meetings start at 5:30PM
Location: Whispering Ridge Clubhouse at 12465 Oakfort Ct. 92131. Meeting room is located at the west end of the pool
Topics:
Coming Soon: Rumage & Bake Sale
The 3rd Annual Scripps Ranch Kiwanis Rummage & Bake Sale will be held on Saturday, April 5th at Jerabek Elementary parking lot from 8am-12pm. We are accepting donations until March 25th. Donations accepted: infant, children, or teen clothing only. Toys, coats, jackets, housewares, small appliances, home & holiday decor, yard & garden items, tools & sports equipment. Items gently used condition please. All proceeds support local kids and community service organizations. Call Craig Bratlien at 858-945-2280.
Support the Kiwanis club with See’s Candy
Purchase See’s candy thru the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch store front to get great chocolate and support the Kiwanis club organization. Click on the link above or scan the QR code below. Note: Orders must be placed by midnight on April 3rd.
March Student of the Month:
At the March 17 meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch, Aishani A., a bright and talented 5th-grade student, was honored as the Student of the Month. During the award presentation, Aishani shared her passion for academics, excelling in Math, Science, and Literature. She expressed her aspirations to achieve great success in life, with ambitions of becoming a lawyer, actress, or astronaut. A dedicated reader, she enjoys books such as Esperanza Rising, The Call of the Wild, and The One and Only series. She also loves movies, with Despicable Me, Matilda, and Home Alone among her favorites.
Beyond academics, Aishani has a natural gift for dance, particularly enjoying Bali music, despite having no formal training. In her free time, she engages in creative and problem-solving activities such as building with LEGO, working on puzzles, and tackling challenging problems. She draws inspiration from historical and humanitarian figures, including Onake Obavva, Rani Lakshmibai of Jhansi, and Mother Teresa. The Kiwanis Club members were impressed by her enthusiasm, intellect, and ambition, recognizing her as a remarkable young student with a bright future ahead.
SR High School Principal Speaks to Kiwanis Club:
Scrips Ranch High School Principal, Dr. Matt Lawson, spoke to the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch during their March 4th meeting. Matt has been with the high school for the past 10 years. Five years as vice principal and the last 5 years as principal. Dr. Lawson discussed issues facing the high school that range from dealing with our students mental health to managing an ever decreasing budget. Despite the very real challenges he is faced with, Dr. Lawson has managed to raise the school to #2 ranking in the San Diego Unified School district and 6th overall in San Diego County. The Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch posed the question to Dr Lawson on what could the club do to help the school. Interestingly, the response was not more money, it was to provide students with opportunities to gain real world experiences by offering them internships at our places of work. Anyone that can help place students with work experience where they work should reach out directly to Dr. Lawson via e-mail: [email protected]
Past Speakers:
Bab Fry founder of A Way Home for Dogs
Bab Fry spoke to the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch at their Feb 18, 2025 meeting. Bab has been locating lost dogs for people for the past 17 years. She has a unique ability of understanding a dogs psychie and how to go about finding them when they become seperated from their owners. This interesting presentation discussed the often made mistakes that pet owners make when their dog becomes lost and how that often reduces the chances of locating them. If you’ve lost your pet, A Way Home For Dogs offers FREE help to get your pet back home. Contact Babs Fry, at 619-249-2221 for important steps to take and common mistakes to avoid. Time is of the essence – the first few hours are critical!
Bev and Mike Cassity, SR Farmers Market & Family Festival
Beverly and Mike Cassity have run the Scripps Ranch Farmers Market & Family Festival since 2001. They started the market at the old Ellen Browning Scripps Elementry school location across the street from Sammy’s Wood Fried Pizza. They operated there for 17 years until the school moved to its current location and the developer for the Livia Apartments started construction on the site in 2018. Without a location, Bev and Mike were forced into retirement until Newtopia Cyder owners Rick Moreno and Jennifer Hays Moreno convinced them to come back into running the market at their location at 10045 Carroll Canyon Rd. The market runs every Thursday from 3:30PM to 7:30PM. Although many of the farmers that supported the market with fresh grown produce have moved on to other locations, Bev and Mike have reinvented the market to include many food vendors that offer fantastic culinary experiences that range from authentic street tacos to gourmet french bakery items. They have also worked to pull in more vendors and activities to cater to the children of our community. If you haven’t been to the market at its new location, please check it out and support this fun community experience and support our local businesses. If you have questions about the market, Bev & Mike can be reached at (858) 603-3178 or emailed at [email protected]
Mara Elliott, San Diego City Attorney
Mara Elliott, our City Attorney spoke at the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch’s September 3 meeting. Mara spoke about “Your Safe Place” program that the City Attorney’s office runs. This program is run through the Family Justice Center provides confidential, comprehensive services to anyone who has experienced domestic violence, family violence, elder abuse, sexual assault, or sex trafficking. At Your Safe Place they provide supportive services in a judgment-free manner that empowers clients to successfully become survivors and move forward with their lives. Mara provided insight to how the program worked and her passion for not only prosecuting criminals in our city but helping the victims. We are grateful for her work and proud to have her not only as a citizen of the Scripps Ranch community, but also as a future Kiwanis member when her term ends in December this year.
Nancy Quidachay and Madeline Bowen from Jr. Achievement
Nancy Quidachay and Madeline Bowen from Junior Achievement of San Diego spoke at the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch’s August 20 meeting. Junior Achievement of San Diego is part of a global non-profit organization committed to empowering young people to own their future success. The non-profit organization uses volunteers who share their own life experiences to students and help in schools to deliver an immersive learning experiences in financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship. Students gain an in depth understanding of our financial markets and compete with other students to pitch their own business ideas. Winners of these competitions progress to a national competition level and can ultimately put their ideas into practice. Junior achievement is constantly looking for volunteers who can spend time with students and teachers to run this program. If you are interested in learning more about volunteering, follow this link to their website.
Patty Smith & Linda Libby from ArtsBusXpress
Patty Smith & Linda Libby from ArtsBusXpress spoke at the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch’s August 6 meeting. Patty Smith is not only a co-founder of ArtsBusXpress but also an original member of the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch. Patty is committed to helping teachers get children out of the class room and experience art, science, and theater. ArtsBusXpress arranges transportation for students and teachers to go on field trips. Getting transportation is often so challenging that teachers will not bother pursuing a field trip. Linda Libby is a teacher and spoke first hand of the challenges in arranging transportation for student outings. ArtsBusXpress is the only organization in San Diego County that provides financial awards directly to teachers to cover or offset the the cost of bus transportation, outreach opportunities and virtual programs. The Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch is proud to support this organization. Anyone interested in volunteering or learning more about becoming a ArtsBusXpress should go visit their website artsbusxpress.org
Nicole Koch from Voices for Children
Nicole Koch from Voices for Children spoke at the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch’s July 16 meeting. Founded in San Diego in 1980, Voices for Children is a private, nonprofit organization that recruits, trains, and supports Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteers who speak up for the needs and well-being of children in foster care. In 2015, Voices for Children expanded to serve children in Riverside County foster care. As the only agency designated by the courts to provide CASA volunteers in San Diego and Riverside Counties, Voices for Children’s CASAs play a crucial role in helping judges make the most informed decisions for children’s futures. Along with Nicole, a volunteer who has been a CASA to three children spoke of the rewarding experience she has had. Anyone interested in volunteering or learning more about becoming a CASA should go visit their website speakupnow.org
Kiwanis Club members volunteer at Habitat for Humanity
On July 13, 2024 the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch volunteered at the Habitat for Humanity. They were assigned to prime boards that would later be used for the construction of a kids playhouse. Members enjoyed a relaxed working environment with plenty of laughs and camaraderie while contributing to the community needs. The leader commented that groups like the Kiwanis club of Scripps Ranch makes his job fun and enjoyable. Thank-you to Craig Bratlien, Holt Mebane, Susan Parme, Eva Ulrich, Bill Jenkins, Lois Hager, John & Shar Kanagaraj for all your help
Student of the Month
Each month, the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch recognizes an outstanding 5th grade student from one of our elementry schools. The student is selected by the schools 5th grade teaching faculty and approved by the principal. The qualities they look for are leadership, citizenship, and overall Kiwanis spirit.
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