The Rotary International General Secretary has recognized Muskogee Rotary Club for its service to Muskogee youth.  The club is one of only three clubs in the 4 state, 81 club district recognized for vocational service in Rotary year 2010-2011.

The programs for which the club was recognized range from activities in early elementary education through high school and cover a period of time that goes back more than 60 years.  The focus for which the club was recognized is that of serving Muskogee youth through a variety of activities intended to foster enjoyment in learning.  The projects highlighted included, but certainly were not limited to:

  • Providing dictionaries to every 3rd grade student in city and surrounding schools;
  • Reading to elementary students each March during Read Across America Day, a National Education Association initiative;
  • Providing the CHOICES curriculum, a program designed to help students consider and make choices that enhance their lives and potential livelihoods, to 8th grade students at the 7th and 8th Grade Center and Rougher Academy;
  • 60 year sponsorship of Muskogee High School Regional Speech Tournament; and
  • Sponsorship of the Four Way Speech Test annually.

Also highlighted in the submission for which the club was recognized was the fact that the projects above and many other Muskogee Rotary projects involve partnering with Muskogee organizations.  The additional collaborations focus on service to youth and families through provision of funds to the Good Shepherd Clinic and holiday baskets through Salvation Army and Gospel Rescue Mission.  Extending the youth-oriented service beyond the community, the club contributes funds to eradicate polio world-wide and participates in the Shoes for Orphan Souls each year.

Congratulations to each and every club member.  You all participated in making this happen through your hard work, your dues, and your caring.

 

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