ANNOUNCEMENTS - JUNE 4, 2014
TEACHER OF THE YEAR:
Joe Jaconnette was pleased to introduce Kirsten Theurer, principal of Del Rey School, and Trish Newhart, the Orinda Union School District’s “Teacher of the Year.” Ms. Newhart is first-grade instructor and a ‘teacher of teachers” within OUSD, providing in-service training and support for fellow teachers. She is a strong advocate of the new Common Core Standards, which encourage the integration of STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) skills across subject areas . Her first graders recently were introduced to the scientific method during a study of isopods (pill bugs!), wherein they designed, constructed, observed and presented their findings as to whether the bugs preferred a light or dark environment. Congratulations, Trish!
RAY BERGEZ: Peirce McKee announced that Ray is recuperating in Manor Care over in Tice Valley. He is not walking yet, but is receiving daily physical therapy and hopes to return home soon.
THE ANNUAL DISTRICT BOCCE BALL TOURNAMENT: Join us for a fun day of friendly competition between area Rotary clubs at Waterfront Park in Martinez, this Saturday, June 14 at 9:30 a.m. It’s great fun and food and drinks are provided!
FOURTH OF JULY: Jackie Horwitz is looking for members with convertibles to drive in the 4th of July parade. Members should arrive at the East BART parking lot around 9:30 a.m. to march. Wear your Rotary shirts and be sure to wear sunscreen and bring a hat! The beer booth will be up and running in the park after the parade, so be sure to stop by!
WHOOPING COUGH ALERT: Dick Marchick reminded us that whooping cough (pertussis) is on the rise and that your childhood vaccine (if you had one) is probably no longer effective. It is very important to protect yourself. Ask your doctor about getting the DPT (diphtheria, pertussis and tetanus) vaccine.