Join us Wednesday morning at 7:30am in the Great Hall - Kitchi Gammi Club (831 E Superior St., Duluth, MN 55802) as we hear from Danette Seboe, Principal on Special Assignment for Career and Technical Education.
Join us to hear from Danette Seboe, Principal on Special Assignment for Career and Technical Education. She will discuss various elements of ISD 709's Career and Technical Education program, including how local business and industry leaders can partner with schools and students to strengthen economic and job development.
Here's a little sneak peak about our CTE programming:
Students focus on exciting career/post-secondary pathways that fit their personality and academic interests.
Today's CTE is for all students, integrated with academics in a rigorous and relevant curriculum.
CTE courses are taught by some of the most highly qualified professionals in the region - over 80% come from industry first and then education. Real-world knowledge and connections help students explore and succeed in the competitive job market.
Students work hands-on with the material and learn life skills, preparing for the workforce of tomorrow by gaining work skills beyond individual content specialties.
High school students can earn college credit in their area of interest, a great head start.
Courses may help students qualify for and earn accreditation/certification in their area of interest.
Career Clubs provide experiences beyond the classroom and help students connect to their schools.
The goal is to help students GET to work - that means high-paying careers, both regionally and globally.
We are planning the Great Bolivia adventure for September 13th - 21st, 2025 and I have several candidates from our club who may be interested in joining us. Also, I heard from some members in our club who would like to work on and complete a service project. I spoke with Dr. Jose, and he provided several options to work two or three days on Bolivia projects, possible Anchallani clinic or another clinic. He currently has a group from Idaho who is planning to work on a similar service project. The primary challenge is that our Rotary workers would need a comfortable place to stay while they are working on the project. One solution is to work at a project near Cochabamba or at the Mano a Mano office in Cochabamba where they construct furniture for their projects.
Let me know if you are interested in working on a Bolivia service project.
I am providing the attached Bolivia trip brochure here
Join Us at the 2025 Rotary International Convention in Calgary!
We are thrilled to invite you to the 2025 Rotary International Convention, taking place from June 21-25, 2025, in the beautiful city of Calgary, Canada. This year's theme, "Magic All Around," promises an exhilarating journey of connection and inspiration.
Why Attend?
Engage in Riveting Discussions: Participate in thought-provoking sessions led by distinguished speakers.
Learn and Innovate: Explore enlightening breakout sessions and discover innovative projects.
Form Lifelong Connections: Network with over 20,000 Rotarians and guests from around the world.
Experience Calgary: Enjoy the picturesque beauty of Calgary, nestled amid the Canadian Rockies.
Highlights:
Signature Events: Don't miss out on specially curated activities, tours, and experiences organized by the Host Organization Committee.
Networking Opportunities: Exchange best practices and ignite new projects with fellow changemakers.
Inspiration and Collaboration: Fuel your passion for service and collaboration in a vibrant and supportive environment.
Access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene education is essential for a healthy and productive life. Rotary's WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) programs are making a significant impact worldwide by:
Reducing waterborne diseases
Keeping children healthy and in school
Empowering mothers to support their families
From Lebanon to Papua New Guinea, Rotary clubs are partnering with local organizations to bring sustainable water solutions to communities in need. Together, we can create a healthier, more equitable world.
If you have the upcoming program duty (check the duty roster here), please be sure to secure a speaker and provide notice to Steph Jago (sjago@charter.net) as soon as your speaker is confirmed. If you are unable to confirm a speaker, please contact Lauren Farden (lauren.farden@edwardjones.com) for help. If you have a different assigned program duty and cannot make it to the meeting, please find a replacement.
Harbortown Rotary has a Windows 11 laptop. Presenters may bring a USB drive with the PowerPoint presentation (or whatever is wanted to be shown on the projector while speaking). Please share this information with your program's presenter.
Upcoming Program Duties:
7/23 – Heather N Wilde with Hezzie Mae PublishingandThird Coast Superior
7/30 - Mike Ryth with the Alzheimer's Foundation
8/6 – Alec Beaulieu with The MN Star Tribune
8/13 – Catherine Carter Huber with St. Luke's Foundation
8/20 – Amber Sadowski (Japan Trip)
8/27 – Dereck Murphy-Williams with the Homegrown Music Festival
For news, announcements, event promotion, social media, media releases, and more, please contact Stephanie Jago | 218.343.1833
For Scuttlebutt: If you are hosting the program speaker, please copy Stephanie on the speaker's name, organization, and email. If you are the chair of a Harbortown Committee, please update Stephanie on relevant information regarding grants and awards, meetings or news. Your information will be used to create more dynamic and engaging content to share with potential club members and on social media!
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