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Coming Up:
Craft Fair
On Saturday,November 2, the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch will host a Holiday Craft fair in the parking lot of Ellen Browning Scripps Elementary School (11778 Cypress Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92131). This event features sellers of hand crafted items not found in stores. If you are interested in selling in purchasing a spot for selling at this event, contact Sue Lloyd at [email protected]
Past Speakers:
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 September 17, 2024
Location: 12400 Oakfort Ct. San Diego, CA 92131
Topics:
Coming Up:
Craft Fair
On Saturday,November 2, the Kiwanis Club of Scripps Ranch will host a Holiday Craft fair in the parking lot of Ellen Browning Scripps Elementary School (11778 Cypress Canyon Rd, San Diego, CA 92131). This event features sellers of hand crafted items not found in stores. If you are interested in selling in purchasing a spot for selling at this event, contact Sue Lloyd at [email protected]
Past Speakers:
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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