Centurions NOW - August 31, 2020

Aug 31, 2020

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SUPPORT KC STUDENTS - SUPPLIES DRIVE!

As schools make the difficult decision to move to virtual classrooms, more and more KC kids need a safe place to be during the day. A group of afterschool service providers, including Camp Fire Heartland, Boys & Girls Club, the YMCA and others, are stepping up to provide kids a safe place to do virtual school during the day—prioritizing those most in need. These providers need Centurions’ help gathering supplies to keep students engaged. We will be collecting the following supplies to support this effort on September 11 at Union Station:

  • Crayons
  • Scissors (blunt and pointed)
  • Water paint
  • Coloring pencils
  • #2 pencils
  • Pencil sharpeners
  • Big erasers
  • Pencil boxes
  • Copy paper
  • Construction paper
  • Masks
  • Face Shields
  • Hand sanitizer
  • Baby wipes
  • Small laundry baskets

One volunteer hour will be given for participating in the drive! We will be collecting these donations at Union station on Friday September 11 at two primary drop off times: 7-9 a.m. and 2-6 p.m.

FALL

VIRTUAL RETREAT IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER!

Virtual Retreat is coming up on September 16-18. But before that, you’ll need to make sure you have your retreat survival bag! On Friday, September 11, please stop by Union Station during the following times to pick up your very own retreat bag:

  • 7:00 AM until 9:00 AM

OR

  • 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM

When coming to pick up your goodie bag, remember to wear your mask and maintain a social distance from other Centurions. If these times do not work out for you, please contact Quint Hall at JQHall@lockton.com.

And while you’re picking up your retreat bag, make sure to bring some supplies to support KC kids who need a place to go during the day due to the move to virtual school. More information on that in the main story.

REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK

There are several contact-free, small group, or virtual volunteer opportunities that are now open to both classes and are on a first-come, first-served basis. Opportunities are open “year-round” for everyone, which we will track by program year (Fall: July 1-June 30 and Spring: Feb 1-Jan 31).

Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.

Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:

  • September 1: Niles Therapeutic Garden
  • September 2: Kansas City Community Gardens
  • September 2: Happy Bottoms Diaper Processing 
  • September 4: Pantry Pickup Day
  • September 4: Dance in the Park Set-Up
  • September 5: Dance in the Park – City in Motion Theater
  • September 6: Dance in the Park – Tear-Down

SPRING

VIRTUAL BINGO

Are you looking for something to do rather than binge-watching more Netflix? Need a break from reality? Look no further! Join your Centurions class and social committee on September 1 from 6-7 p.m. for Live BINGO hosted by KC Crew! Family members are welcome to join as well! Winners will receive gift cards to Kansas City restaurants and businesses as prizes! Not only do you get something to do but you are also supporting local businesses in this very challenging time. Register here >>

THE LATEST AND GREATEST FROM YOUR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE

Even during a pandemic, the Spring Community Leadership Committee is committed to providing access and insight. We're coming up with creative ways for you to engage with regional leaders and to learn more about yourself as a leader— including a biweekly personality or development quiz. Share your results, get to know your fellow Spring classmates, and join the conversation! Check out Learn.Serve.Lead page.

REMINDER: SIGN UP TO ACCESS SERVICE PROJECTS ON VOLUNTEERMARK

There are several contact-free, small group, or virtual volunteer opportunities that are now open to both classes and are on a first-come, first-served basis. Opportunities are open “year-round” for everyone, which we will track by program year (Fall: July 1-June 30 and Spring: Feb 1-Jan 31).

Ready to serve? Check out VolunteerMark for a few opportunities that are still in need of volunteers. Check the calendar regularly as new projects are added weekly and look for newsletter announcements or GroupMe to sign-up for projects in which spots still need to be filled.

Upcoming Projects In Need of Volunteers:

  • September 1: Niles Therapeutic Garden
  • September 2: Kansas City Community Gardens
  • September 2: Happy Bottoms Diaper Processing 
  • September 4: Pantry Pickup Day
  • September 4: Dance in the Park Set-Up
  • September 5: Dance in the Park – City in Motion Theater
  • September 6: Dance in the Park – Tear-Down

ALUMNI

ALUMNI DIRECTORY AND DUES

We want to do our best to help you stay connected to fellow alumni. If you would like to continue your Centurions Alumni Association membership, please use this link to pay the $50 alumni dues fees. On the form, include the code “AD-2021” when it requests an invoice number, and include your first and last name in the notes section so we can pair each payment to the appropriate alumnus.

If you require an invoice for your alumni dues, please contact Danielle Isbell.

Joining the Alumni Association guarantees you a copy of the Alumni Directory once it’s published in the fall. Please stay tuned for more information on upcoming events.