President Neil started the meeting at 12:03 pm with members attending in-person and online for today’s meeting.

 

No visiting Rotarians

 

Brian Hollingshead promoted the upcoming Rotary After Hours at the Courtyard by Marriott Everett Thursday, 1/18, from 5-7 pm.

 

There is a volunteer service opportunity at the Food Bank this Thursday from 2 to 4 pm.

 

At next week’s meeting, Andy Skotdal will be the presenter and we will enjoy a celebration of Tom Rainville who is moving to Arizona to stay with his daughter.

 

Bob Bavasi shared that he recently got a new sailboat (docked in LaPaz, Mexico) after his previous boat was sunk by the recent hurricane. He was $100 happy to be flying down soon.

 

Cat Wilson was $20 happy that her eight-year-old daughter had enjoyed her newly pierced ears.

 

Tammy Dunn was $20 happy to be attending a conference in Arizona and visiting her parents during her travels.

 

David Chan was happy to have recently visited Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Japan.

 

Rich Toyer was $100 happy to be traveling for three weeks to Mexico.

 

Raffle winners today were Kevin Nichols (free lunch), Glen Bachman (red wine package), and Kelli Thode (white wine package).

 

 

Tricia Shultz introduced the Sequoia High Student of the Month – Juniper Thomas. Juniper’s parents Paula and Jeff were in attendance. Juniper is held in the highest regard by the students and educators at Sequoia. Juniper plans to attend Evergreen College to study environmental science.  Juniper is a loyal friend and an advocate for her peers. She serves as an active officer with the Arts council and has extra roles including heavy involvement in the maker space program. Juniper has been a leader in the school’s spring bazaar and Technology Art Club. Juniper and her family are avid astronomers.

 

Cascade High’s student of the month-Cindy Le – was introduced by Trish Roberts. Cindy is a well-rounded scholar taking several AP courses/classes. She has a 3.9 GPA and is an AP scholar with distinction. She is also on the Dean’s Lis at ECC. Cindy is active in the Key Club as an officer and gives her time and talents as an Emerson Elementary volunteer. She is an athlete with a focus on cheerleading. She has an inquisitive nature and natural leadership skills. Cindy engages in many service projects and her confidence continues to soar due to her involvement.  Cindy plans to attend a four-year college.

 

Jen Selders introduced Everett High’s Student of the Month-Shannon Chang. Shannon’s parents were in attendance. Shannon has excelled across many levels including as a scholar with a 3.66 GPA with many AP classes, music, and art. Shannon is strongly focused on academics and even has audited additional AP courses. Shannon is an active member of the Business and Marketing club and part of the Young Executive Scholar Program. Shannon serves as an officer for multiple groups. Shannon excels as a three-sport athlete. Shannon plans to attend a business school with a focus on financing and business administration.

 

All the students of the month received a challenge coin, pin, and certificate from President Neil.

 

After questions, President Neil thanked the students and their parents for their attendance. President Neil thanked the bellringers. He also announced that there is a board meeting on Friday, Jan. 26^th at 7:30 am that all can attend.

 

The meeting was adjourned at 12.39 pm.

 

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