Speakers: Speaker: Dr. Keith Miles, Superintendent, SDL
“Supporting students who need the most support”
Dr. Miles became superintendent of the School District of Lancaster in July 2023, leading the 10,000-student district with 18 schools. Throughout his career, he has consistently sought out challenging and meaningful posts, starting as a teacher for seven years at a Title I high school in Oxon Hill, MD. He later served as high school principal in both Philadelphia and Camden, NJ, and Assistant Superintendent in Trenton, NJ. In all the places where Dr. Miles has served, he has worked to level the playing field by ensuring all students have access to critical resources and opportunities.
Dr. Miles attended George Washington University in Washington, D.C., receiving his Bachelor’s degree and double majoring in Spanish Language and Literature and Biology. After receiving his Master’s degree from the University of Maryland College Park, he returned to GW and received his doctoral degree in Educational Administration and Policy in 2018. In addition to his formal education, Dr. Miles completed a Principals Academy Fellowship, a Superintendents Academy, and an Executive Leadership Certificate program through Cornell University.
Rotary Rendezvous has become a highlight of RCL business and social gatherings, and a fun event for current and potential new members. Anyone who is interested in joining our committee, looking for fellowship, or simply a night out, please join us for Rotary Rendezvous on Wednesday, September 13, at Southern Market in Lancaster. Parking is available at the Steinman garage or folks can find side street parking.
Rotary Rendezvous meetings are on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month.
Arrive anytime between 5-5:30pm for drinks and fellowship.
Details
Location: Southern Market Parking: Steinman Garage or on street Arrive: 5-5:30pm for drinks and fellowship Trivia: Begins at 7:00 PM
Thanks, we hope to see you there!
- Tom Baum and Rendezvous Committee
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Club goes cashless
Since our meals are now are included in our dues, there is only a need to pay for meals when we bring guests. Cash will not be accepted. Only credit cards will be accepted.
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Dues modification during Leave of Absence
The new dues structure remains in place. However, any member may request a 3-month leave of absence. Dues will be $122 for this three-month period.
Brad Reynolds reports the Rotary Club of Lancaster Golf Outing on Thursday, September 14, at Overlook has 2 openings. They will take names for a standby list, The cost is $75 which includes golf & cart, box lunch, beer, & prizes. If you are interested contact Brad Reynolds at brad.reynolds@nm.com or 717-341-7720.
Guests are welcome.
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Rotary Regatta is Sept. 16-18
Storm/Hurricane Dates are Sept. 23-25
Saturday night: All boats rendezvous at Rock Hall Landing Marina. Cocktails are onboard, and dinner is in Rock Hall, MD.
Calendar Sept. 30 for a Rotary Cookout at Rob Gallagher’s
Rob has invited everyone to come to his place Saturday afternoon, Sept. 30, for a cookout. Everyone is invited to bring a “potluck” item of their choice. The event is rain or shine.
Rob will supply more details .
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Great Speaker Programs coming! Check the Schedule!
If you’ve been able to attend you’ve noticed: RCL speaker programs have been timely and engaging. See the Speakers listing toward the end of this issue for schedules, but here’s a sampling of some you won’t want to miss and will be time well spent for you and your potential new members:
• Noted expert on China, the environment and US-China relations
• EDC Strategic Initiatives and Partnerships
• LancasterHistory.org update on the Stevens House Museum
• Adjunct professor in Temple’s Fox Business School’s ITACS on Fundamentals of Cyber
Security, including for small businesses
• Rotary Club of Lancaster History: Review and celebration of 108 years of service
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REMINDER: Share Your Program Ideas! We welcome interesting speakers, and engaging programs.
Our Club is always looking for ideas to add to the list of potential programs. If you have any ideas for programs, please contact Christine Sable (sableccim@gmail.com) or another member of the Meeting Planning Committee or any Board member, who will pass them along. Both live and virtual (Zoom) speakers are welcome.
Program Committee Resources to help you suggest speakers and programs::
Guidelines as to what is appropriate for a club program (download)
Form for outside speakers or organizations to propose a program (download)
Form to request information from an approved speaker (download)
The programs the Lancaster Rotary Club offers are important for our club and, with your help and participation, have often been truly phenomenal.
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Have Something to Share? To Add, Edit or Discontinue an Announcement or Photo:
Transmitter Editor, Steve Henning, will gladly add a new announcement, edit an existing announcement, or discontinue an announcement that is no longer relevant. Please contact Steve at: rotarians@earthlink.net. Photos of Rotarians in action are always welcome. Send photos to Steve at: rotarians@earthlink.net.
It is important and easy! Help Keep the Club Calendar Updated
All Rotarians – especially committee chairs – are encouraged to help keep our new Club Calendar full and updated with the great things that our Club is doing in the community. Please submit any items you would like added to RCOL7390@lancasterrotary.org. Examples include the schedule of McCaskey Mentoring Sessions, Committee Meetings, Power Packs or Salvation Army Bell Ringing. If it’s happening, let’s get it on the Calendar for all to see! Your help will keep us all updated with what’s going on within the Club AND will showcase our very active Club to the Lancaster Community and to prospective members. The Club Calendar is available atwww.LancasterRotary.org
Rotary Club of Lancaster
Rotary Rendezvous has become a highlight of RCL business and social gatherings, and a fun event for current and potential new members. Anyone who is interested in joining our committee, looking for fellowship, or simply a night out, please join us for Rotary Rendezvous on Wednesday, September 13, at Southern Market in Lancaster. Parking is available at the Steinman garage or folks can find side street parking.
Brad Reynolds reports the Rotary Club of Lancaster Golf Outing on Thursday, September 14, at Overlook has 2 openings. They will take names for a standby list, The cost is $75 which includes golf & cart, box lunch, beer, & prizes. If you are interested contact Brad Reynolds at 
Gates open at 12 noon, game starts at 1 PM.
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If you’ve been able to attend you’ve noticed: RCL speaker programs have been timely and engaging. See the Speakers listing toward the end of this issue for schedules, but here’s a sampling of some you won’t want to miss and will be time well spent for you and your potential new members:
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