January 16, 2019
Wailea, Maui
Today's Meeting
President Joanne called the meeting to order at 12:07 p.m. Aloha was passed around with hugs, handshakes, and fist bumps.
Inspiration: Janet Walker quoted the words of the Dalai Lama. “Be kind whenever possible. It is always possible. If you want others to be happy, practice compassion. If you want to be happy, practice compassion.”
Hawaiian Word of the Day (continuing our list of “place” words on Maui): Keawakapu=sacred or forbidden harbor. “Kapu” means forbidden as in a kapu on men eating with women in old Hawaiian times and women from eating pork and bananas as these were associated with male gods. This sacred harbor, Keawakapu, housed the canoe sheds of the chiefs; it was the entry into Wailea, the beach at 5 Palms restaurant is named after this harbor.
Introduction/welcoming of visitors: Diane McDonell from Red Deer, AB; Bill & Lisa Andrew from Canada; Ka’au Abraham from Kihei Youth Center; Jack Brouillard; Cheryl Toth & Paul Reisler from Kid Pan Alley; Lisa Lakey; Bonnie Jones; Donald Garno; Sig Birkholz; Vern & Carol Plitt-Edmonson, AB; Rob Martin-Langley, BC; Suher Rasid; Michael Stubbs-KCS; Judy Gray-Kihei; Mary Margaret Baker-Friend-RCKW.
Announcements: So-o-o many things going on at RCKW!
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February 16 Fundraiser
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Karin as our Fundraiser Chair, directed us to a recent Maui News article regarding our Event. She encouraged all present to gather up auction donations by contacting businesses we use and other Maui tours and attractions. She introduced her team members to update us all on the February 16th Kaina Kountry—Rocks for Rotary at Mulligans.
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Smita gave us the basics regarding our auction software app and where to get signed up with our account and check the listing of auction items that went live yesterday. Go to: 32auctions/rckw2019.
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Jay has tickets for sale, flyers to take and encouraged all to take and post these wherever they live.
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John needs volunteers (signup was passed around) to help setup—can climb ladders, etc.; 4 at 10:00 a.m. and 2 at 9:00 p.m. Signup sheet went around.
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Kelly requested we bring in Mason jars or similar type of holder for table decorations. ​
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Steve Moksnes shared his table for 10 was quickly filled by his telling Canadians visiting his complex about our Fundraiser and them passing along the information to other friends/visitors.
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Our January 31st tour of Kealia Pond is cancelled—it is closed due to the government shutdown.
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HRYF scholarships
Joanne said that we are getting ready to accept applications and hold interviews in the next few weeks for the annual $5,000 scholarship we award to a Kihei Charter School senior from the Hawaii Rotary Youth Foundation.
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Pau Hana & Meet & Greet
Date change from Wednesday, January 30 to Tuesday January 29 on the lawn next to 5 Palms restaurant at Keawakapu Beach—a pot-luck for members and prospective members. Signup sheet went around.
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Dictionary donation to 3rd graders
January 24th, 11:30 a.m. Kihei Charter School. Come and join in!
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Cynthia Clark
While visiting Cynthia at Hospice Maui this week, she pointed out that the outdoor view from her room #5 is bare, so John proposed a landscape project for future patients in Cynthia’s name. Who will lead this project? Are you the Rotarian in our club who’ll step up? Contact John (jrmooremaui@gmail.com) and Talk Story.
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Rotary Foundation
Barry Hyman, Foundation Chair, presented information about how the Rotary Foundation works strictly off the interest from the Rotary Foundation Trust, that grows with donations from members worldwide. He requested that members consider what they’ll contribute, and when, and how these funds will eventually be shared around the world to spread Peace and contribute to better living conditions for all.
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Kid Pan Alley presentation: Cheryl Toth and Paul Reisler showed the following video clip about their Kid Pan Alley (a non-profit) program that shows students how easy and fun it is to compose songs, and the value of music and drama. The video showed 2nd graders at Kihei Elementary, and the songs the they composed Performance dates to follow; can contact Cheryl or Paul if you wish to visit or support their efforts. cheryl@kidpanalley.org or paul@kidpanalley.org
Speaker's Schedule:
January
January 23 Kimokeo Kapahulehua, our kumu and honorary Rotarian.
January 30 No Lunch Meeting,
Instead: Brenda Cressey, Vice-Chair of the Rotary Foundation Trustees
At UHMC 'Class Act', 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Mingle with Rotarians from all over Maui and bring your non-Rotarian friends!
Tickets are $25 at the door and include pupus and and wine. All are welcome!
Please bring a bottle of wine to share! Click here to RSVP.
January 31 Thursday: Pau Hana-On the Green by the Mana Kai Maui Resort
February
February 6 Sarah Sorensen, Founder Director, Wishing Well for Maui Students
February 13 Mark Harbison, Membership
February 20 Paula Baldwin, President, Cold Cup of Water
February 27 Meet & Greet Gathering, Place TBA
March
March 6 Skippy Hau, Division of Aquatics. Resources for State of Hawaii
March 13 Kit Zulueta, Mystery Maui Escape Room
March 20 Chris Wood, Police Suicide and Welfare Fraud
March 27 Meet & Greet Gathering, Place TBA
Today's Speaker
Michael Stubbs
Joanne introduced Michael Stubbs, High School Director (Principal) for Kihei Charter School. Born on Maui, Michael spent 7 years teaching in New York public schools and then moved back to Maui and started at KCS 5 years ago and has been Director for the last 3 years. KCS initially was all over Kihei—Kindergarden at St. Theresa’s, Elementary at the Lipoa Shopping Center and High School in the Industrial area off Ohukai Rd. In October of 2018 all classes, K though 12, moved into their brand new building under one roof on at the top of the Maui Research and Technology Park across from Maui Brewery.
KCS, a public school, prides ourselves on providing a STEM (science, technology, English and Mathmatics) curriculum, following a Project Based Learning Model, focusing on experiential learning, working directly with the community, promoting what they call "21st Century
Skills", and developing a personalized education plan. KCS partners with community groups and businesses in off-campus projects for students as part of their educational plans. Students learn soft skills of working in teams; how to work independently, collaborate, and hone their presentations’ skills.
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The new facility has 80,000 square feet with ocean and mountain views, 3 stories with every teacher having their own gigantic classroom with 4 windows and a personal air conditional and multiple fans—truly a K-12 school now. KCS anticipates growing our new facility in a few years and moving one of our divisions, like the high school to another location. Support for our growing athletic department and greater extracurricular opportunites of our students are part of our Ohana’s wish list.
Happy Dollars: Many members and visitors shared what they’re happy for this week. Among them…
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Frank deposited a check for $119 into the basket in his annual tribute to his age plus the number of years as a Rotarian. He also shared a flag he exchanged in the Rotary Club of Locano, Switzerland, coming to us on Maui with their Italian alohas and adding it to our flag board.
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Dray brought in a basket of limes to share with all.
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Steve thanked the Rescue Tube folks for the 10 documented persons the Tubes have saved on Maui’s shores.
Magic Marble: Kathy Hass reported a pot value of $406 and 30 marbles left, George Fontaine drew…wait for it…a “blue” one. Next time—perhaps the ‘gold’ one will be a winner.
In the World of Wacky and Unusual Commemoration Days—Today is…
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National Dragon Day: So channel that inner dragon into selling tickets to our fundraiser or celebrate…
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National Nothing Day – So you all have permission to do absolutely nothing for the rest of the day!!!
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And if you don’t like that…it’s Fig Newton Day! Rema will be at the door with fig newtons to invite you to step back into childhood and enjoy a treat on your way home!
Our Inspirations:
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Joanne gave us all the following insights into two Rotarians who have passed through our lives.
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Auriol Flavell’s service was held on the green between the Royal Mauian and Kamaole I Park last Saturday, January 12th. She was a benefactor extraordinaire to Maui causes and other causes around the world. “She lived the Rotary Motto “Service Above Self”. She was a strong, intelligent woman who believed any goal could be reached if everyone worked together. Her ashes were taken out to sea and her spirit will continue to inspire others.”
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Carla M. Flood, a Charter Member of our club, left us at age 87 on Epiphany, January 6, 2019. She was a past President and President of the Kihei Community Association. A polio survivor herself, she traveled to Africa with Rotary to deliver Polio vaccinations to children and lead a full and creative life as an artist, Interior Designer, and community leader.
Our RI Motto this year, “Be the Inspiration”, has found its fullest expression in their lives. They have shown us what it is to share their time, treasure and talents in the service of community far and wide and we are blessed to have stepped into their paths to learn from them and walk with them in life.
Closing the Meeting
Dennis Bagshaw, one of our newest members, led us in the 4-Way Test and Stuart sang us out the door.
Mahalo nui loa—thank you very much and a hui hou—Until we meet again! Meeting ended at 1:25 p.m.