Stilly Valley Center Family Caregiver Support Program: Angeles Vesely
Angeles Vesely, Program Manager
Jonathan Ventura's Journey at the FBI National Academy:
June 8, 2023 ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATION LUNCHEON MEETINGThe Club presented $5000 scholarships to 15 high school seniors from Arlington, Darrington and Lakewood High Schools, thanks to the funds raised by the 2022 Duck Dash through sponsorships and ticket sales. Seven recipients received their certificates in person and one student sent his parents in his place. Those unable to attend were at a mandatory graduation practice. The Scholarship Committee looked for students who demonstrated “service above self” in the community as volunteers in addition to their academic and other school achievements. |
Trevor Glassman, Arlington High School, who had open heart surgery, wanted to play soccer. Due to issues with his heart, his previous soccer coach would not play him. Coach Dave Corbett allowed Trevor to decide how much he wanted to play and his coach noted that he grew as an athlete and never gave in or gave up. He volunteered 150+ hours and lettered in band all four years. He was a member of the National Honor Society and on the Honor Roll. He will attend the University of California, Los Angeles as a Biochemistry Major. |
WOTJEK GROUS SHARES HIS EXCHANGE STUDENT EXPERIENCES |
Wotjek spent the school year attending Arlington High School, where he especially enjoyed the anatomy class and playing on the school soccer team. He participated in school activities, including attending the prom with friends. His host families provided a variety of adventures, including water skiing, a trip to Louisiana for a family wedding, Husky football, Kraken Hockey games, a motocross rally and skiing at Stevens Pass and Snoqualmie Pass. The District 5050 Exchange Students gathered in Canada, Seabeck and flew to California to see Disneyland, try surfing and visit the Los Angeles area landmarks. Wotjek joined Arlington Rotary Club Members assembling holiday baskets at the food bank and gathering food during the annual Santa Run. He celebrated his 17thbirthday with the club and with his host family and friends. He returns to Poland in June, grateful for his time in Arlington and the many experiences he would not have had otherwise. When asked what he wanted as his first meal when he returns to Poland, he said McDonalds. Some things are universal. Wotjek's presentation can be found on YouTube at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_vsBCTsR47k |