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August 27th Program - Marc Galeski, Founder - DM Leadership Consulting
This week we are pleased to be able to hear from Marc Galeski who will give a talk entitled "The Rocking Chair Moment" which is based on the theme of "You already know your why. This is about aligning to it."
DM Leadership Consultin
g is a veteran-owned leadership development, executive coaching, and keynote speaking firm. Marc spent 30 years in Air Force and FAA service, leading teams ranging from 6 people to organizations of 800+, and held six senior leadership roles at the FAA — most recently as Collaboration Team Manager for Organizational Effectiveness, based in Olathe, Kansas.
g is a veteran-owned leadership development, executive coaching, and keynote speaking firm. Marc spent 30 years in Air Force and FAA service, leading teams ranging from 6 people to organizations of 800+, and held six senior leadership roles at the FAA — most recently as Collaboration Team Manager for Organizational Effectiveness, based in Olathe, Kansas.Over his career he's coached hundreds of leaders at every level. He's a Certified Leadership Coach (accredited by the International Coaching Federation) and now focuses his practice on leadership development, executive coaching, team building, organizational consulting, and keynote speaking.
Hope to see you there. Everyone is welcome to attend.
August 20th Program - Olathe Public Schools
This week we are pleased to be able to hear from Dr. Brent Yeager, Superintendent, and John Hutchison, Chief Financial Officer for an update on our Olathe Public Schools.
Dr. Brent Yeager (Superintendent): Has led the district since July 2021, serving nearly 30,000 students across Olathe. His background spans classroom teaching, school leadership, and administrative direction with a heavy focus on instructional excellence and workforce readiness.
John Hutchison (Chief Financial Officer): Manages district financial operations, budgeting, and resource allocation. He holds a CPA and SFO credentials and frequently speaks on school finance and stewardship. 1
Center of Grace August 12 Community Dinner Service Crew
On August 12, 12 members of the Santa Fe Trail Rotary Club gathered at Center of Grace to serve the weekly Community Dinner. Volunteers waited tables and cleaned up the dining room following the meal.
The Center of Grace Community Dinners are held weekly and are open to anyone in need of a hot meal, helping address food insecurity within our local community. The Santa Fe Trail Rotary Club supports these Wednesday and Thursday night dinners through both volunteer service and financial support.
Members at work distributing meals at Center of Grace on June 18
Howard Cripe, Steve Hougland, Wayne Janner and Jim Lammle distributing meals for the Thursday night Center of Grace Community Dinner program. This is another example of the ongoing community service of the Santa Fe Trail Rotary Club! The Center of Grace Community Dinner program is a vital lifeline in Olathe, and volunteers stepping up week after week make a direct difference for local families and individuals experiencing food insecurity.
Santa Fe Trail Rotary Club Members in Action at the Mahaffie House Wickets Tournament
Steve Hougland and Wayne Janner represented our Club at the annual Mahaffie House Wickets Tournament. The Sunflower Wickets Croquet Tournament and the annual Omelet Fest are fantastic examples of community involvement! Supporting the Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop & Farm Historic Site directly helps preserve local history, enhance educational exhibits, and maintain public programming in Olathe. Having dedicated members step up for events like the croquet tournament and cooking for the fall breakfast showcase true service above self.
In ongoing honor of our dear friend and member, Dr. Earl Martin, our website features this entry which is dedicated to sharing Dr. Martin's life and legacy. As you read, consider a financial contribution to The Martin Family Education Scholarship. This scholarship supports future educators of America in their quest for higher education.
During the weekend of 01-10-2026 at Earl's Celebration of Life services, in honor of Earl's distinguished life and legacy, our Rotary club generously donated $500 to support this scholarship. Additional information is detailed and linked to the scholarship requirements.
Join us next Thursday 06-19 as we host Dr. Jon D. North who, in July, will be MidAmerica Nazarene University's 6th President. Each week, we meet in Garrett Chapen at College Church of The Nazarene from 8:00 - 9:00AM. As we look forward to June 19th, read more about Dr. North:
Ready to level up your Thursday morning routine? 😀 Join us on Thursday mornings & learn how you can get involved. Our club meets from 8:00 - 9:00AM at College Church of the Nazarene just behind the baseball fields located at 143rd and Mur-Len. Several outstanding guest speakers are planning to visit with our club during the next few months so be sure to join us!
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