KEY CLUB ACTIVE AT ICTC

(February 21, 2008) . . .The ICTC Key Club is the newest organization at the school that brings meaning to the school’s mission statement, “Educating for a competitive edge!” Having the competitive edge in today’s job market means that along with academics and competencies, individuals need leadership and teamwork skills that are developed through the many organizational activities and special events sponsored by the ICTC student organizations, such as the Key Club.

Sponsored by the Indiana Kiwanis Club, this student organization is committed to providing a positive alternative to challenging influences that confront youth today. Under the guidance of Ms. Erin Eisenman, club advisor, the students participate in activities that develop valuable leadership skills while they work together in community service and benefiting the children of Indiana County.

The Key Club “is an international, student-led organization which provides its members with opportunities to provide service, build character, and develop leadership." Its vision is “to develop competent, capable, and caring leaders through the vehicle of service."

The Key Club is the oldest and largest service program for high school students. What makes Key Club so successful is that teaches leadership through serving others.

Today, the Key Club exists on more than 5,000 high school campuses, primarily in the United States and Canada. However, the growth of the Key Club experience has become international as it expands across the world.

Since its foundation in May of 1925, the Key Club continues to grow. In these groups, thousands of students are receiving training in leadership and service. These organizations hold their own annual conventions for fellowship, to coordinate the efforts of individual clubs, to exchange ideas, and to recognize outstanding service of clubs or individual with appropriate awards.

"Children: Their Future, Our Focus" is the Key Club International's major emphasis program. It unites Key Clubs under the banner of service that deals with the most important part of our community, our youth. Focusing on the personal development and social interaction of children, Key Club members can help them learn through mentoring, making friends, and working together. As children are taught to work with others, Key Club members open the doors to their future. 

ICTC’s Key Club has been active for three years and continues to grow each year. There is a morning club and afternoon club to accommodate both school sessions. The ICTC Key Club membership includes:

Sarah McCachren, Digital Media Technology, Penns Manor ; Brittni Simms, Graphic & Electronic Media, Homer Center, AM President; Carolyn Swanger, Graphic & Electronic Media, Marion Center, AM Treasurer; Tiffany Stiffler , Culinary Arts, Indiana, PM Vice President; Shauni McDowell , Graphic & Electronic Media, United, PM Secretary; Stephanie Elliott , Welding Technology, Indiana, PM Treasurer; Haley Lichtenfels, Graphic & Electronic Media, United; Breann Rankin , Graphic & Electronic Media, Indiana, PM President; Katrina Mumau, Graphic & Electronic Media, Marion Center, AM Vice President; Alyssa Poole, Health Occupations, Marion Center, AM Secretary; Tonya Long, Digital Media Technology, United; Shawn Dussault , Carpentry, Purchase Line; John Montagnino, Digital Media Technology, Blairsville; Ruby Gil, Health Occupations , United; Brittany McGinnis, Collision Repair, Purchase Line; Nicole Everett, Health Occupations, Marion Center; Stoney Wagner, Carpentry, United; Ryan Smith, Electrical Occupations, Indiana; Anna Rosporski , Graphic & Electronic Media, United; Amy Rager, Graphic & Electronic Media, United; Bobbie Jo Krouse, Health Occupations, United; Emily Reed, Graphic & Electronic Media, Homer Center; Kelly Berzansky, Graphic & Electronic Media, Penns Manor; Hope Claypool, Graphic & Electronic Media, Marion Center; Matt Silvis, Carpentry, Marion Center; Kylee Seigh, Digital Media Technology, United; Tiffany Weston, Culinary Arts, Marion Center; and Max Joiner, Welding Technology, Marion Center.

Ms. Eisenman adds, “ We are dedicated to community service and helping the children of Indiana County. Our list of activities for the year includes a Baby Food Drive, Lollipop sale, Santa’s Adventure, Alice Paul House Easter Egg Hunt, and Kiwanis Breakfast. These activities ensure the financial means to carry out the program of work. The Key Club at ICTC welcomes students to join and is always willing to become involved with community service projects that benefit the children of Indiana County.”

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