Rota Kids Presentation

Anne Forster

RC of Oldmeldrum

What is RotaRotaKidsKids?

– The youngest section of Rotary

– Who? Children of Primary school age– Aims? – To introduce Rotary ideals of service to

the children– To help them “Make a Difference”

The Rotary Family

Rotary – Age 30+ Rotaract – Age 18 - 30

RotaKids – Age 8 - 12Interact - Age 12 - 18

What are the benefits of RotaRotaKidsKids?

– To the school

– To the pupils

– To the community

Establishing a RotaRotaKids Kids ClubClub

– Needs commitment from the school and the participating teachers.

– Teachers need to contribute ideas

– The Rotary Club will follow the staff's lead and provide support.  

– RotaKids will be involved in choosing projects

The RotaKids Pledge

As a RotaKid, I promise:

•         To be fair to all

•         To serve my community

•         To show respect for others

Tarves RotaRotaKidsKids

– Concept floated 2008

– Tarves Primary School

– 16 members, 50% of P6 & 7 classes

– School KO Sept 2009

– Club “chartered” March 2010

– Sponsoring Rotary Club: Oldmeldrum

Responsibilities (Rotary)

– Oversee the establishment of the new club.

– Participate in events and club meetings

– Financial support is at the discretion of the local Rotary Club

– Comply with school policies

Potential

Projects

Tarves RotaKids wear purple hair to show they care

RotaKids run Easter bonnet parade and competition at Oldmeldrum

Rotary Easter Egg Hunt

Still to happen

• Local heritage video

• Litter pick up

• Tesco school vouchers

• Thank you letters