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Opportunities to Partner with East Side Union High School District
Jan. 05, 2017
Chris Funk, Superintendent East Side Union High School District, will discuss the district and how the Rotary Club of San Jose East/Evergreen can best interface. Chris Funk, a native of San Jose, began his career in education as a Civics and U.S. History teacher with East Side Union High School District at Yerba Buena High School back in 1990 and he returned as Superintendent in 2012 with the goal of eliminating the “Opportunity Gap” by holding the entire organization responsible for attaining the goal of providing every student a world-class education regardless of their economic, gender, or cultural background. Prior to returning to East Side Union High School District, Chris spent 18 years with San Jose Unified School District and was principal of Lincoln High School for 5 of those years. Under his leadership, the school earned a California Distinguished School Award, 21st Century School of Distinction, and improved its API score by 30 points and closed the achievement gap between Hispanic and white students by 106 points, a 40% decrease in the gap. An advocate for educational equity and career-relevant educational experience, Funk has ushered in innovative partnerships for the ESUHSD like Strive San Jose, the East Side Alliance and Spartan East Side Promise. He has been recognized for his vision and leadership with prestigious honors like the ACSA Region 8 Superintendent of the Year Award, and the President's Award from Santa Clara County Alliance of Black Educators. |
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What It Is Like to be Involved in the Fairgrounds as an Anchor Tenant
Jan. 12, 2017
Serene Hope, a recent member of the Rotary Club of San Jose East/Evergreen, will give a bio and will also describe her recreation business at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds. She will describe the concepts her company has developed and would like to implement at the Fairgrounds as the planning process at the Fairgrounds continues. Attendees that heard the County's overview of the planning process will get a unique insight into what means to run a business and implement changes at the same time. The Fairgrounds are destined to become a landmark in San Jose. Serene's talk will give a look at the process that is being followed. |
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Description of Vocational Education
Jan. 19, 2017
Alyssa Lynch is the Superintendent of Metropolitan Education School District (MetroED) in San Jose. MetroED is focused on preparing students to thrive in college and careers. Our programs include Silicon Valley Career Technical Education (SVCTE) and Silicon Valley Adult Education (SVAE). During the past year, Alyssa has brought a STEAM focus to MetroED by teaming with Xilinx and other business partners to offer STEAM camps throughout the school year to 6th to 10th grade students. Prior to joining MetroED, Ms. Lynch served as the Career Technical Education Director at the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE). Ms. Lynch is well known throughout the CTE community for her leadership role in spearheading the CTE initiative in Santa Clara County in 2009. Ms. Lynch has a quarter century of experience in education. She began her career as a counselor at St. Mary’s College. She then combined her passion for marketing and education and became a marketing instructor at American High School in Fremont. In 2004, she served as the Director of North County Regional Occupational Program in Sunnyvale. In 2008, Ms. Lynch was named the ACSA Career Technical Education Administrator of the Year for California. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Home Economics & Fashion from California State University Fresno and San Francisco State University, a teaching credential, Administrative Services Credential and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from San Jose State University. In addition, she’s a frequent contributor to the San Jose Mercury News and Silicon Valley Business Journal on the topic of the importance of CTE in Silicon Valley. Ms. Lynch has been a member of the San Francisco Run 365 Running Team since 2009 and has ran in over 25 half marathons. In 2016, she was named one of Silicon Valley Business Journals Women of Influence.
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Parks and Recreation Commission in San Jose
Jan. 26, 2017
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Jim Zito, president EESD Board of Trustees
Feb. 16, 2017
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Motivational Speaker
Mar. 02, 2017
Chris Hennessy’s Speech: Conquer Your Confidence! The talk will show attendees, "How to boost your confidence today to accomplish more in your business and personal life." Through inspiring and humorous storytelling, Chris shows his audiences how important it is to recognize their achievements instead of throwing them in the closet. When we persevere and succeed, our accomplishments should boost our self-confidence. Bio: Chris Hennessy Chris is a full-time independent filmmaker, video producer, author and motivational speaker, based in San Jose since 1990. Chris’ films have several million Internet views. Chris’ upcoming Memoir Book, Touched by Hannah, tells a remarkable true-life story. “A man with cancer. His 1 lb. newborn. And their fight for life!” Touched by Hannah has been featured on NBC TV, KGO 810 radio San Francisco, etc. The trailer film Chris produced for Touched by Hannah recently won an award at the IndieFest Global Film Competition. http://www.touchedbyhannah.com |
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County of Santa Clara
Mar. 09, 2017
Described as having “a head for numbers and a heart for people,” Supervisor Mike Wasserman was elected to the Santa Clara County Board of Supervisors in November 2010 – and re-elected in 2014 -- after serving eight years on the Los Gatos Town Council as Mayor and Councilmember. A businessman for more than 30 years, Mike has proven that balancing budgets and maintaining high-quality public services can be done when the focus is on the people you represent. Mike has a degree in Psychology from the University of Southern California and was a Certified Financial Planner for more than 30 years. He has been married to his college sweetheart, Kim, for more than 36 years and they have two adult children, Nicole and Sean. Supervisor Wasserman will provide update on County accomplishments, initiative, services and what to expect for 2017. |
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San Jose Public Library
Mar. 16, 2017
Elizabeth Karr is the branch manager for the Hillview and Dr. Roberto Cruz-Alum Rock Branches with San José Public Library; she is also the Committee Chair for the Summer Reading program, which works closely with the Summer Meal program committee. She was formerly the Peace Corps Librarian at Peace Corps Headquarters in Washington, DC and a past Returned Peace Corps Volunteer (Philippines, 2007-2009). She has also worked as an academic librarian in Montana and is a proud graduate of San José State University Library and Information Science School. She is also a San José native. The Summer Reading program is San José Public Library’s largest program and is one of the most interactive and rewarding: during our summer 2016 program, 17,732 youth registered and our readers went on to clock a total of 4,191,898,169 minutes read! Over the past couple of years, the Summer Reading program has aligned with our summer meal program, which fed over 16,000 people last summer, mainly youth under 18 years of age. Elizabeth will discuss how both of these programs are essential to combating childhood hunger and illiteracy in San José and what the plan for this summer program is. SJPL has also launched several new services over the past year to meet our various communities’ needs that Elizabeth will highlight, some of which include: the MakerSpaceShip (a mobile “maker” laboratory); SJ Works initiative which offers career and job resources; TeenHQ, a new teen space and series of programs at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Library; Citizenship Corners in ten of our branches; and a new bridge library at Cesar Chavez Elementary School, amongst other cool things. |
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Club Fund Raising Review
Mar. 23, 2017
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Philippine Medical Mission
Mar. 30, 2017
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San Jose
Apr. 06, 2017
Council Member Raul Peralez will discuss San Jose today and where Rotary can assist. Raul serves as the elected City Council representative for the district 3 area of San José, California. Prior to taking office he served for 8 years as a San José police officer, and ten years a substitute high school and alternative education teacher, involving work with students in the juvenile justice system. He was recognized by YMCA Project Cornerstone as the 2013 Adult Role Model of the Year and as an Emerging Leader by the Silicon Valley Latino magazine. As a city councilmember, his focus is on economic vitality, public transportation, addressing issues of housing, homelessness, and public safety. He obtained a degree in Mathematics from San José State University and as a lifelong resident of San José, Councilmember Peralez continues to give back to his community through his work and volunteering in his free time. |
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San Jose Police Department
Apr. 20, 2017
Captain Kihmm oversees the Foothill Division located in the eastern foothills of San Jose which covers an area of approximately 42 square miles and has population close to 295,000 residents. Captain Kihmm is in his 26th year as a police officer and has promoted through the ranks to a Police Captain. He has been in several different assignments including being the Adjutant to the Chief of Police and commanding the Homicide Unit. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice Administration from San Diego State University in 1990. Captain Kihmm has attended numerous professional training courses, but two of his highlights were graduating from the Los Angeles Police Department’s West Point Leadership Program and the FBI’s National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. Topic San Jose Police Department’s “21st Century Policing”-Strengthening community policing and trust among law enforcement officers and the communities they serve. |
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Santa Clara County Fairgrounds
Apr. 27, 2017
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Attend the District Conference
May 04, 2017
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The Voice Of Silicon Valley
May 25, 2017
Raised in the Silicon Valley, I went to San Jose State University and majored in Raised two daughters, spending countless hours as School PTA President. My talk is called “Decades of Sunny Mornings” as that is what I and my listeners had for nearly I have watched this Valley go from prune orchards to high tech and love the place I call home! |
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Santa Clara Valley Water District Update
Jun. 01, 2017
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Santa Clara County 4H and Clover Foundation
Jun. 08, 2017
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Silicon Valley Clean Energy
Jun. 29, 2017
Tara Martin-Milius, facilitator, teacher, and community leader, supports the development of communities through collaboration, contribution, and celebration. An organic gardener, she is committed to sustainability in environment, fiscal practices, transportation and land use. Her business focuses on helping groups achieve their goals and teaching management ‘soft skills’ topics. She is currently working with Silicon Valley Clean Energy as Outreach Coordinator. Introducing Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) is redefining the local electricity market, providing our residents and businesses with new clean energy choices—renewable and 100% carbon-free electricity at competitive rates. Twelve communities in Santa Clara County formed SVCE, creating a community-owned agency. For these communities, SVCE is now your official electricity provider.
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