Please join me tomorrow for the Closing Sparrow Clubs USA Ceremonies at Parkrose Middle School. There are two assemblies at 1 PM and 2 PM.
This is a very special assembly as 3 Sparrow children from the last 2 years and the current Sparrow child will be present. Also, the Interim director of Sparrow Clubs will be on hand and Park Rose Middle School teacher and PRMS Sparrow Clubs coordinator, Laura Q.
I'm particularly excited that some students will be presenting speeches on how Sparrow Clubs USA has impacted their lives, how they have enjoyed helping other children less fortunate than themselves and how they will challenge other students to to continue to help others. I know there will be no dry eye in the house.
"Kimberly has impressed me by her spirit of excellence, attention to detail and her seemingly tireless work ethic. Above all that, her kindness, generosity, positive attitude and upbeat nature benefits our Sparrow children and the organization as a whole. I believe many other charity orgainizations have benefitted in similar ways by the gracious, community minded spirit of Kimberly." ~Jeff Leeland, Founder, National Board Member and Former Executive Director of Sparrow Clubs USA
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Friday, May 21, 2010
Carole Smith~PPS Superindendant Gives A Shout Out and Dinner for PPS Volunteers!
I volunteer hundreds of hours to PPS School District as do many other volunteers. The district honored volunteers on May 20, 2010
with a wonderful dinner and great conversation!
with a wonderful dinner and great conversation!Monday, May 10, 2010
Suzy Bootz, Mrs. Int'l 2006, Visits Oregon!
My dear friend Suzy Bootz, Mrs. Int'l 2006, stayed in my home here in Oregon and we had a blast catching up and talking about the International system and how wonderful it is. It has given both of us a voice for our platform's. In fact, it was Suzy's encouraging me to enter the Mrs. Int'l system again, that ended with me becoming Mrs. Western States 2010! Suzy and I met while judging the 2008 pageant and became fast friends. I had the honor of being asked to judge by Mary Richardson, the Mrs. International director, who I have known since 2004. These are two of the most amazing women anyone could ever meet! Two other amazing women I am honored to call friends are also pictured, Tamara Wissbaum, Mrs. Oregon Int'l 2007 and Lesley Nardini, Mrs. Oregon Int'l Director and former queen. The International system has inspired so many lifelong friendships!
Sunday, May 9, 2010
ACS "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer" Walk!
As Mrs. Western States 2010 it was my honor to walk in the American Cancer Society's "Making Strides Against Breast Cancer" fund raising walk.I walked for my Aunt, a 10 year survivor, and the countless women who are affected by each and every year. The streets were packed on the 4 mile course. I walked as part of "Team Western States" with my dear friend Tamara Wissbaum. We spent some time at the ACS CAN booth. I am an ACS advocate.
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Upcoming Sparrow Clubs USA Events!
Please join me:
May 4, 2010
Sparrow Club Assembly at LaGrande High School 1:00PM
Sparrow: Sam W.
Sponsor: Grande Ronde Hospital Foundation
May 7, 2010
Sparrow Club Assembly at Skyview Middle School 1:00 PM
Sparrow: Daniel C.
Sponsors Carpet One and Bank of The Cascades
May 27, 2010
Parkrose Middle School Celebrating "Three Small Sparrows" 1:15 PM
Sparrows from the last three years will join in the closing ceremonies for Ethan L.
May 4, 2010
Sparrow Club Assembly at LaGrande High School 1:00PM
Sparrow: Sam W.
Sponsor: Grande Ronde Hospital Foundation
May 7, 2010
Sparrow Club Assembly at Skyview Middle School 1:00 PM
Sparrow: Daniel C.
Sponsors Carpet One and Bank of The Cascades
May 27, 2010
Parkrose Middle School Celebrating "Three Small Sparrows" 1:15 PM
Sparrows from the last three years will join in the closing ceremonies for Ethan L.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Cancer Research is Our Future!
Ms. Blough's Story:
George Blough received the worst news she could hear in 1990 when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Thankfully she had a team of great doctors and a treatment program that would help her recover. However, when she was told her cancer had returned seven years later, she was filled with fear about her future. But, thanks to continued investments in cancer research, a new lifesaving drug and treatment had been developed since her last diagnosis. George fought back with this new treatment and is once again cancer-free. Now she is excited about what her future will bring thanks to cancer research. America’s investment in cancer research has saved countless lives, allowing for millions of cancer survivors, just like George, to experience life’s special moments. Yet there are far too many lives still lost to cancer every year. ACS CAN has made it a priority to increase the federal government’s investment in cancer research. Learn how you can get involved in this lifesaving campaign to find a cure for the most deadly cancers and discover new ways to prevent cancer altogether.
ACS CAN Fights Discrimination Against Cancer Survivors. Ms. Fink's Story:
Ms. Fink is an elementary school art teacher who had her esophagus removed after being diagnosed with cancer. Following her surgery, she was unable to keep up with the young, active children in her classroom and requested a transfer to a local high school art teaching position. Although the position was available, the school district ignored her transfer request and did not even allow her to apply. Instead, she was assigned to be a substitute teacher with lower pay and responsibility. ACS CAN’s Judicial Advocacy Initiative filed a brief with the court on behalf of Ms. Fink. The brief makes clear that because cancer patients are protected under the Americans With Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations must be made to allow for cancer survivors to continue working after their treatment is complete.Surviving cancer brings new life and new hope. It should not lead to workplace discrimination.
George Blough received the worst news she could hear in 1990 when she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Thankfully she had a team of great doctors and a treatment program that would help her recover. However, when she was told her cancer had returned seven years later, she was filled with fear about her future. But, thanks to continued investments in cancer research, a new lifesaving drug and treatment had been developed since her last diagnosis. George fought back with this new treatment and is once again cancer-free. Now she is excited about what her future will bring thanks to cancer research. America’s investment in cancer research has saved countless lives, allowing for millions of cancer survivors, just like George, to experience life’s special moments. Yet there are far too many lives still lost to cancer every year. ACS CAN has made it a priority to increase the federal government’s investment in cancer research. Learn how you can get involved in this lifesaving campaign to find a cure for the most deadly cancers and discover new ways to prevent cancer altogether.
ACS CAN Fights Discrimination Against Cancer Survivors. Ms. Fink's Story:
Ms. Fink is an elementary school art teacher who had her esophagus removed after being diagnosed with cancer. Following her surgery, she was unable to keep up with the young, active children in her classroom and requested a transfer to a local high school art teaching position. Although the position was available, the school district ignored her transfer request and did not even allow her to apply. Instead, she was assigned to be a substitute teacher with lower pay and responsibility. ACS CAN’s Judicial Advocacy Initiative filed a brief with the court on behalf of Ms. Fink. The brief makes clear that because cancer patients are protected under the Americans With Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations must be made to allow for cancer survivors to continue working after their treatment is complete.Surviving cancer brings new life and new hope. It should not lead to workplace discrimination.
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