Vanessa is a 19 year old woman who is both deaf and blind. While Ms Vlajkovic was born blind, her hearing did not begin to deteriorate until she was seven. She learnt braille at 4 and two years ago switched off from the hearing world. Due to her limited vision, the Auslan is ‘tactile’ meaning the signs are formed on Vanessa’s hands.
The meeting was opened by President Mike who welcomed all including our guests, Heinji Daquin (potential new member), Linda Barr from North Metro TAFE Lecturer and Group Leader, awardees Rhys McFarlane, Melissa Kilroy with partner Kieran Bennell and family- Ross O’Neil and Catherine Ryan, and Rebecca O’Neil with Grandmother Cheryl Hinkley and Sister Jasmin. Mike also welcomed Members guests Anne and Joanna Thompson, Kerry Pilcher, and Gaby Levi with Paul.
Pres Mike: President Mike announced that Rotaract will be celebrating their 50th anniversary on Saturday March 3rd at Tompkins on Swan, Alfred Cove, 7pm til late. Tickets are $55 and include a buffet dinner and dessert. Ticket sales close on February 21. Tickets are available www.trybooking.com/TRKZ
Meeting Agenda Change: Jerry Pilcher reminded all that due to LKCC being unavailable on Thursday 8th Feb the meeting of the 8th Feb will be moved forward to Tuesday 6th Feb and be a joint meeting with the RC of Osborne Park to hear Vanessa Vlajkovic. (see flyer below).
W4k's: Gordon Hudson - WFK - in March will be sending out wheelchair number 40,000. Gordon has been invited to speak at 9 different charity clubs. Interstate fund raising activities have been progressing well this year. Mike encouraged member’s to help out at WFKs.
Club Shirts: Joe Angi reminded members to see him if they need any club clothing.
Vanessa Vlajkovic Talk: Jerry Pilcher asked members to consider attending this joint meeting to hear this very inspiring young lady. Numbers will be required by Sunday 4th Feb.
SwapMart: Paul Barfoot announced that the new SwapMart location went smoothly on Sunday. 208 bays were sold and takings amounting to $3664.
Sergeant Paul Levi for the very last time unleashed his wrath on the masses present! Farewell Sgt Paul
At the conclusion of Pauls final Sgts session, President Mike presented Paul & Gaby with a scroll & book compiled by all Scarborough Rotarians. The club members then conveyed their best wishes to them for a safe and happy transition to their new home in Israel.
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Pride of Workmanship Awards:
Peter Simpson opened the proceedings by saying that these Students are an absolute inspiration. Peter went on to introduce each of the awardees.
Rebecca O'Neil: Rebecca's work has consistently displayed sensitivity and maturity for a student of her age. Her approach is consistent and imaginative in how Rebecca tackles the development of her work. Rebecca is able to push alternative options as process and ideas focused approaches, she exhibits a serious attitude combined with a playful light touch in her work. She is dedicated and committed student who has embraced and flourished within the Arts School throughout the three years.
Rhys MacFarlane: Rhys has been one of the most conscientious and hardworking students and he shows lots of enthusiasm for learning new things and is particularly interested in developing further skills ans knowledge in teaching and couching and conditioning. He has recently applied at ECU to study secondary teaching (Physed).
Melissa Kilroy: Commenced Certificate III in early Education and Care at the Balga campus in Jan 2017. Melissa has overcome many hurdles over the last twelve monthes but has always maintained her dignity throughout her studies.
Other Awardees who were unable to attend were Cody Greig due to work commitments and Gwen Harper due to family commitments.
The three awardees all gave a thank you speech followed by Linda Barr from North Metro TAFE. All awardees received a certificate and cheque to assist them with their on going studies.
ATTENDANCE APOLOGIES: Due to the unavailability of Greg Nolan, please let Rob Thompson know if you are unable to attend meetings.
Rob Thompson : parmelia@iinet.net.au 0408 912 778
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