Pledge: Alan Schwarz
Prayer: Alan Schwarz
Four Way Test: Alan Schwarz
Raffle: Ms. Manfredi, Bill M. Guest
Happy Bucks: For the day, students, parents, teachers, administrators, the Class of 2023, The Rotary, new member Debra L. and to two graduating high school seniors who happen to be grandsons of two of our Club members - Nathan Wise and Pete Zucco.
Program: Student of the Month for Health and PE
Missing from picture Avery Rueckert (Old Saybrook HS)
Superintendent of Schools, Jan Perruccio, a brief history of the SOM Award and then introduced the administrators, teachers, and students.
Westbrook High School: Reilly Peterson
Principal, Tara Winch, and Teacher, Mark McCray, described Reilly as a student with a big heart and a generous spirit. In fact, he is known for asking the same question on a daily basis, “Do you need a hand?” While being a multisport athlete, he somehow finds the time to participate in the school plays and musicals. He has an infectious energy level which is present in and out of the classroom. Reilly has recently set the school record for squat weightlifting at 410 pounds! After graduation, he is planning to go backpacking in Europe for four months. Upon his return, he plans on becoming a full-time contractor.
Lyme/Old Lyme High School: Gesami Vazquez
Assistant Principal, Ms. Manfredi, and Teacher, Philip Cohen (a former SOM), described Ges as a student who is “ready to attack the world!” She is known for her joy for learning and for her involvement in extracurricular activities including the Spanish National Honor Society, the Environmental Club, track and cross country teams, and coaching younger students. Ges commits to the success of the group rather than her individual success. Ges plans on attending Springfield College majoring in PE and Health with the goal of becoming a teacher.
Old Saybrook High School: Avery Rueckert
Avery was not able to attend and will receive her award at a later date.
Announcements:
Celebrate Saybrook Street Party on June 25th. Club members are needed to man our booth. See Alan if you would like to volunteer.
Golf Tournament 8/28. Golf brochures are available from Charlie and Marty. It’s time to hunt down sponsors and sign up golfers. Check out the website for more details.
Concert Series: First concert of the summer is Wednesday June 14th. Be there.
Changing of the Guard Dinner is June 28th at the Indian Town Beach Clubhouse. Come for the surprises and great food.
The Rotary Club will be sponsoring the Estuary’s Bags, Bubbly, and Bourbon Event. Liz described the Colossus Project. Our involvement will be discussed at a future meeting.
Dues ($170) are past due.
The transfer station project, known as the Commodities Exchange, is now actually moving forward. Construction will begin soon.
The Foundation will be meeting June 15th via ZOOM.
Nancy M announced two upcoming leadership positions. See her if you are interested in becoming the chair of the Outreach Committee or becoming the next president elect.
Next Meeting is at Wed, June 14 at noon at the VFW. Mark Perlman will be discussing his book - The Reluctant Soldier.
