Supporting Students' Good Works

South Sacramento Rotary provided students at Laetaata Floyd Elementary School (formerly Jed Smith Elementary) with more than a dozen rakes so they could prepare the ground for their new organic garden. With the support of school staff, they have chosen an area behind the school for their new garden which promises not only to be a great learning experience but also a way for students to work together on a goal.

Recognizing Deserving Students

At a recent meeting, South Sacramento Rotary recognized Amanda Lee, a senior at Luther Burbank High School, for her academic success and contributions to the school. Amanda is captain of the cheer team, serves on the student council, and works at the student snack bar. She plans to attend UCSB and major in computer science. Pictured with her above are her counselor, Alex Corona (left), and Andrea Meisner (center), South Sacramento Rotary's student recognition chair.

Welcoming New and Future Members

South Sacramento Rotary has added to its membership this year. Christy Moore (left) of Farmers and Merchants Bank joined the club in March. Jocelyn Yap (center), who is a realtor with Cook Realty, came aboard in August, and Corky Mau, recently retired from recycling management, will join the club on October 8.  

Helping "Paint the Town"

South Sacramento Rotary members joined other service organizations in the area to "paint the town" on Saturday, September 15. Our club was responsible for landscaping yards in the Oak Park part of town. One resident who had benefitted from the program the past year joined the group to show her appreciation.

RYLA Speaks

South Sacramento Rotarians always look forward to hearing from those they have sponsored at RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) in June. Imani Richards (left in photo) and Annie Nguyen shared how RYLA made a difference in their lives at South Sac's regular meeting on August 20. Both are looking forward to their senior year in high school and are ready to use what they learned at RYLA in their work at their schools. Imani attends Country Day High School, and Annie attends Luther Burbank High School.

Welcoming Jocelyn

South Sacramento Rotary welcomed Jocelyn Yap into its membership on August 13. On hand to induct her was District Governor Bob Deering. Jocelyn has been very active in the club even before becoming a member, and she is looking forward to further involvement now that she is a member. She is a realtor with Cook Realty. Pictured above form left to right are DG Bob Deering, Jocelyn, her sponsor Frank Cook, and President JR Springer.