THIS WEEK : Pinnacles Prep, with Jill Fineis & Kory Kalahar
(Thursday at 6 PM, ZOOM; Details below)
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
On September 3, we return to noon meetings on Thursday as determined by a recent preference poll.
However, during the pandemic, our regular meetings continue online (virtual) using ZOOM technology. One more meeting at 6 PM. To participate CLICK HERE. Any Rotarian or friend of Rotary may attend. "Waiting Room" enabled.
If no digital access, call in by phone : Dial 669-900-6833; when asked, enter meeting ID - 484-306-077#, then #.
To find/join other clubs' virtual meetings, CLICK HERE ; for security purposes, ClubRunner login is required to access the list.
Speaker Leslie Freytag was introduced by Ford Barrett in the absence of Gil Sparks.
This was her second classification talk with our club. She joined Rotary May 20, 1997 in another club and originally joined this club 12/16/03, resigning 09/14/06. She re-joined this club Feb. 20, 2020, sponsored by Gil Sparks.
Leslie began by sharing some notable facts about Pybus Public Market, but then focused on her career path. She had hoped to be a fashion designer, but as a senior at CSU, she had an opportunity to intern with the Neiman-Marcus Co., who made her one of the first women in the field of buyers of women's shoes in the industry of fashion merchandising, serving 22 years in the Texas market. She began as an intern folding sweaters, and became VP of the children's Division. During that time she opened the store in Washington, DC. and had many exciting opportunities and experiences in the business. She was instrumental in developing more color options in fashion shoes.
She told a great story of how she was first to market Barney the Dinosaur.
See photo below showing her her other career employers. Each has a remarkable story. Watch the video or listen.
The final portion of her remarks covered important facts in the history of Pybus, including a moving video of testimonials by current Pybus residents, impacted by the COVID-19 this year. This is only a portion of Leslie's visuals.
President Kory Kalahar opened the ZOOM meeting to about 28 members and a few guests with Thomas Everly as ZOOM host. As usual, Raz provided a flag for the pledge.
PolioPlus donations. Please donate to make up for the loss of our Club-60 cups. PP Pete will love you. Also you can be a sustaining member by donating $100 per year to The Rotary Foundation (TRF), Annual Fund.
Farmers Market Takeover at Pybus (Wenatchee Sunrise Rotary). Volunteers needed to be ambassadors/greeters at the Farmers Market, 7:30 - 1PM on Saturday (past), and again 9/19 and 10/17. Just show up.
District Award. We have received a Presidential Citation (with distinction) for the Rotary year 2019-2020, along with 13 (of 59) other district clubs. Congratulations Past President Mike for exceeding all of our club goals.
FELLOWSHIP (with real people). Members are encouraged to join a small group of retired Rotarians meeting at Walla Walla Point Park each Friday morning at 9:30-10:30, at the parking lot nearest TTC. You will need lawn chair and your favorite coffee.
Service projects. We are looking for projects that will impact our community.
Meeting schedule. (announced following Friday program committee meeting). We return to noon meetings (still on ZOOM for now).
Ten things about Gary Provo. See story below. Next week - Linda Evans Parlette
Next week's program. Pinnacles Prep, with Jill Fineis. Also learn about ClubRunner Mobile from Jill Leonard in a new teachable moment feature if time permits. Here is a preview.
Stupid Stuff by Kory. Tabled this week for time constraints.
Appleseed effort. Frank needs all presenters and/or sponsors to provide notes, photos, PowerPoints, etc., in advance if possible.
Would you rather have ...
eyes the size of golf balls or
teeth larger than computer keys
The meeting of August 20 was hosted by Thomas Everly.
Attendance list: Scroll to bottom
Speaker: Leslie Freytag (classification)
Guests: Sam Dilly (friend of Carin - photo at right; has applied for membership!)
Wenatchee Valley Native - 3rd Generation – 1948 St. Anthony’s
Transplanted to Tucson AZ - 1959 - age 11
A couple of fortuitous yet fortunate academic and career shifts. 1965+. Thereafter, never once looked for a job.
Began an evolving and somewhat “complex” domestic life
Set the World Fast Draw Record in 1969 = .20 Sec.
Many challenging, engaging & deeply fulfilling career experiences;
In 1970 - Transferred into the parent company Western Bancorporation --- “First Interstate Bank Corp.”
In 1976 embarked on a 10-year stint in Higher Education.
More domestic evolution, and more children.
Back to Banking - 1986 First Fidelity Bancorporation.
Last Domestic Evolution – 1984 met Jane Burda in Wash D.C.
Final career fun? - 1992 – 2013
2014 - Retired back in the Wenatchee Valley
Among the more emotionally charged events of this life -- so far!
In the depth of suicidal depression, and a “moment of clarity” on Dec. 11th 1987, I swallowed my last drink of alcohol.
Oldest daughter Lisa passed away in 2008 after 25 years battling MS. Despite the tragic decline and death, Jane and I were able to enjoy and keep some truly wonderful memories.
Premature deaths of both parents and 3 of my 5 Siblings.
Designed to meet a need for an additional public middle/high school opportunity in the Wenatchee Valley, Pinnacles Prep is devoted to intellectual inquiry and a collaborative spirit of learning and is committed to delivering a relevant and innovative educational experience in a rapidly changing world. The school aims to develop every student to their full potential by offering rich and varied educational experiences that foster exploration, growth, and mastery.
Jill Fineis has been involved in education for nearly 20 years. She holds a BS in Education from the University of Michigan where she majored in Environmental Studies and minored in Earth Science. She attended Teton Science School’s graduate program in place-based education and earned her M.Ed at Montana State University. More recently, she gained a Principal Credential through Washington State University and served WestSide High School in Wenatchee throughout her principal internship.
Jill believes that all children can learn at high levels and when we address student’s needs comprehensively through a shared responsibility of students, families, teachers, and community, we have a better chance at closing the opportunity gap and preparing all students for the challenges and opportunities the world has to offer.
