Colony High School
Key Club
CNH
Region 13
Division 15W
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Key Club?
Key Club is the oldest and largest high school service organization in the world.
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It is entirely student-led - from the school club, all the way up to international board - Key Club is run by students just like you. There are approximately 250,000 members worldwide in over 5,000 clubs from 30 countries all over the world. Together we serve over 12 million hours each year to better our communities and in the process, encourage the development of our core values: character building, caring and inclusiveness.
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As a member, you are a part of a worldwide movement to making the world a better place through service to the community!
How do I join?
All you have to do is pay $15 dues to the student store by October 28, 2022. Bring the receipt to any of the officers after paying at the student store or take a picture and send to an officer. Every member is expected to have 15 hours of Key Club community service finished each year and required to have at least 5 service hours.
Why pay dues?
A little breakdown of dues:
$7.00 goes to Key Club International
- Helps to pay for “Key Club Insurance” when you go to Key Club events
- Pays for membership pins, cards, and other merchandise
- Gives you the privilege of attending events like Fall Rally and DCON
$4.50 goes to the Cali-Nev-Ha District
- Senior scholarships, administrative and mailing costs
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$3.50 Colony Key Club
- Helps dampen the cost of buses, t-shirts, club materials, socials, things that benefit YOU the member
How do I get my hours?
As long as you are a paid member of Colony Key Club, and you actively participate in the events, you will receive hours!. Then check-in/out with any officer at each Key Club event, your hours will then be logged by our Secretary.
When and where are meetings?
Meetings can range from on zoom or in-person in Mrs. Pruett's room. Zoom links will be provided on remind and in-person meetings will be announced online. They will usually be on the first Friday of the month at 8:45am in Ms. Pruett's room.
At each meeting, you will have the chance to learn about Key Club and meet your fellow members, as well as receive updates on upcoming and past service events. Don't miss out, be sure to go to as many meetings as possible and sign-in when you're there.
How is Key Club organized?
International
Key Club International encompasses all clubs within the group's 33 organized districts and in countries that are not included in any specific district. Key Club International is led by the International Board, which is comprised of the International President, International Vice President, and 11 International Trustees, all students and active Key Club members.
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District
A district is normally defined by state or nation and tends to match a similar Kiwanis district. Each district is chaired by a governor, who is elected by delegates at the annual district convention. Many districts are then sectioned into regions that make it easier to oversee. Colony Key Club is a part of the Cali-Nev-Ha District (CNH), Region 13.
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Division
Each district is divided into territories called divisions, which are made up of various clubs. Our division, D15 West, is made up of 7 schools: Chino, Chino Hills, Colony, Diamond Ranch, Montclair, Pomona. and Ruben S Ayala. Each division has a lieutenant governor, a student leader who carries out the district's policies and provides support to the clubs. Out lieutenant governor is Yahir Perez.
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Consists of a president, one or more vice presidents, secretary, treasurer, editor, and most importantly, YOU, the member.
What is the Kiwanis Family?
The Kiwanis Family has many branches: K-Kids, Builder's Club, Key Club, Circle K, Aktion Club, Kiwanis. Together these branches form the SLP (Service Leadership Program) and make up members dedicated and committed to serving the world!
Essentially, it is an affiliated associate of Key Club International in which it funds the accounts of various Key Clubs are the school level.
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For those who are interested in volunteering post-high-school, see Circle K! It's basically Key Club at the university level!
What is our mission statement, division mascot, core values, color, pledge, and motto?
Mission statement: "We are caring and competent servant leaders transforming communities worldwide."
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Division mascot: The Belugas!
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Core values: Caring, inclusiveness, leadership, character building
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Color: Purple
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Pledge: I pledge, on my honor, to uphold the Objects of Key Club International; to build my home, school and community; to serve my nation and God; and combat all forces which tend to undermine these institutions.
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Motto: Caring - Our Way of Life
What are DCMs, Fall Rally South and DCON?
A little breakdown of Key Club lingo:
DCM
- Stands for Division Council Meeting. A DCM is hosted each month, where all clubs (7) in the division can gather to share club, division, and district updates. DCMs are a great place to interact with members and officers from different clubs, play fun games/icebreakers, and more! These DCMs are hosted by the Lt. Governor and the Division Leadership Team.
Fall Rally South
- Fall Rally South is a huge annual Key Club Fundraising event held at Six Flags. Thousands of members gather in November to have fun, raise money, and meet new people from Southern California. LTGs and the District's Executive Officers are "auctioned" off to divisions - the winning Division is able to then spend a designated period of time with the "purchased" person. Auction funds and a portion of the ticket sales for both events go towards the Pediatric Trauma Program.
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DCON
- Stands for District Convention. DCON is perhaps the biggest Key Club event of the year! Held at the end of International's electoral year, this event provides the opportunity to meet thousands of Key Clubbers from the span of three states, be recognized for the club's achievements, elect the upcoming term's Executive Board, and dance the night away at the Governor's Ball. DCON is a great event that truly showcases the best that CNH has to offer. For the 2022-2023 school year, it will be held in Ontario!
How do I become an officer?
Key Club officer positions are open to any student who desires to become a leader in Colony High and community and wishes to provide service to others. Each officer of a Key Club must be willing to perform at least 25 hours a year of combined service to home, school and community.
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Elections will take place sometime in the spring; the estimated date being sometime in March! There will be an interview and expect to be asked/have the following:
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general information (contact, grade, and GPA)
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What other extracurriculars are you currently in?
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What makes you qualified?
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The final evaluation will be determined by the seniors of the executive board and advisor! Good luck!
Will this help me with colleges and universities?
YES!
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Not only does Key Club membership grant you exclusive access to scholarships, but it is also an excellent extracurricular to write about in college applications! Here's a guide to Key Club scholarships!
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Some scholarships exclusive to Key Club members include:
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