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Rotary Club 2023 |
Fly In 2021 EventThe Humboldt Rotary Club 20th Fly In/Drive In Breakfast was held on Sunday, August 1, 2021 at the Humboldt Municipal Airport. Gronbach's Grillers served scrambled eggs, pancakes and sausage to 775 people. The Rotary Club members served the milk, orange juice and coffee as well as providing assistance with seating and clearing of tables. There were 32 planes in attendance with the pilots enjoying a free breakfast. Rotarian Dave Dodgen along with Jason Heinz and Ryan Hoard provided plane rides for 85 individuals. Special guest Aaron McCartan of the US Aerobatic Team was in attendance and shared information on his plane and experiences. Those in attendance when he arrived and departed enjoyed a special treat watching him fly. For the first time we also had Jive for Five playing music for the crowd. Many thanks to this group for sharing their musical talent with us. Also attending the event were Rotary 5970 District Governor Jeff Hassman and Assistant District Governor Bill Hamm. The Humboldt Rotary Club members would like to extend their thanks and gratitude to Dave and Deb Dodgen for organizing the event, Jim Gronbach and his crew for cooking the breakfast, Hy-Vee for the syrup donation, Joel Dodgen and Clifton Kalafatich for taking charge of the plane rides, Tate Satern and Fletcher Satern for directing air traffic, and the Humboldt Airport Commission for the use of the facility. The proceeds of this year's fly in have been designated for the Rotary International Polio End Now Program and Rotary Scholarships. Thanks to all for attending this fun event! The weather cooperated and a good time was had by all. We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!
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Students of the Month-2017/2018December Brook Hjelmeland is the daughter of Ron and Jodi Hjelmeland. She is active in Student Senate, Interact Club, HHS Yearbook, Spanish Club, Individual and Large Group Speech, National Honor Society, and the JOBS Program. She has also organized several blood drives for Life Serve Blood Center. In addition to her school activities, Brook has worked at Hy-Vee in Humboldt. Her future plans are to obtain a degree in either elementary education or business. She is undecided on where to pursue her college degree. November Meg Grice is the daughter of Jon and Teresa Grice. Some of the activities she has been involved in include band, jazz band, chorus, jazz choir, large group and individual speech, fall musical and spring play, National Honor Society, and Battle of the Books. She has also helped as a TAB at the Humboldt Public Library. Currently Meg is working at the Humboldt Hy-Vee as either a checker or in the produce department. Previously she was a lifeguard at the Humboldt Family Aquatic Center. Meg's future plans are to attend Iowa State University and major in Public Relations and possibly minor in International Studies and Business. October Rachel Darling is the daughter of Greg and Sandi Darling. Her activities include volleyball, basketball, track, softball, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Rotary Interact Club, musical, the church youth group and the church bell choir. In her "spare" time she works at the Humboldt North and South Care Centers as a CNA. She has also been a lifeguard at the Humboldt Family Aquatic Center. Her future plans are to attend a four year university and major in pre-med and minor in Spanish. September Abigail Collins is the daughter of Carol and Joel Collins. She is involved in golf, student senate, Rotary Interact Club, National Honor Society, 4-H, Battle of the Books and church activities. She has worked at Hy-Vee, as a lifeguard at the Humboldt Aquatic Center and various babysitting jobs. She also has four sisters. Abigail's future plans are undecided at the present time, but she is leaning toward attending ICCC for two years before transferring to a university. Her current interests are veterinary medicine, nursing, social work and education.
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Rotary 17th Annual Fly In BreakfastOn August 6, 2017 the Humboldt Rotary Club hosted their 17th Annual Rotary Fly In/Drive In Breakfast at the Humboldt Municipal Airport. Gronbach's Grillers served scrambled eggs, pancakes and sausage to 840 people. The Rotary Club members served the milk, orange juice and coffee as well as providing assistance with seating and clearing of tables. Rotarian Dave Dodgen arranged for pilots to offer plane rides to 128 individuals. The guests in attendance were able to view the landing and take off of 38 planes. Several Model A cars were also on hand for viewing. The Fort Dodge Life Flight Helicopter and crew joined us for breakfast and allowed guests to view first hand the inside of the helicopter. Special guests this year was the Humboldt Rotary Interact Club. Members from the Humboldt High School had a bake sale to raise money for their service projects. The Humboldt Rotary Interact Club sponsor is Heather Nielsen. It is awesome to have these young students learning about Service Above Self. The Humboldt Rotary Club members would like to thank Dave and Deb Dodgen for organizing the event, Jim Gronbach and his crew for cooking the breakfast, Tom and Julie Olson for the egg donation, Hy-Vee for the syrup donation, the parks department for the delivery and use of the picnic tables, Joel Dodgen for taking charge of the plane rides, and the Humboldt Airport Commission for the use of the facility. The proceeds from the fly in have been designated for the Kiddie Cat Daycare. Thanks to all for attending this fun event. The weather cooperated and a good time was had by all. Hope to see everyone again next year! Mark your calendar for the first Sunday in August, 2018.
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2017 Rotary Club Members |
2017 Honors Banquet The Humboldt Rotary Club honored the Top 20 academic seniors from Humboldt High School at Zion Lutheran Church on Wednesday, May 17th. This is the 56th year for the Rotary Top 20 banquet. Pictured in front from left to right are: Marie Sexe, Kate Curran, Ashley Grainger, Kelsey Peters, Elise Dunscombe, Elizabeth Duffield, Sophia Luu and Jessica Kelley. Second row: Ryan Courtney, Johnathon Wergeland, Abigail Zaugg, Madison Smith, Dillon Kirchhoff, Amanda Ferry, Gus Arnold, Quinton Christensen, Avery Terwilliger, Olivia Hildreth, Kody Harris and Ivan Rasmussen. Rotary President Aaron Olson opened the ceremony and Rotarian and Superintendent of Schools Greg Darling introduced the speaker. Guest speaker was Kevin Dresser, a 1981 HHS graduate and now the head wrestling coach at Iowa State University. His message to the graduates was “How to Be Great.” “You’re already good in the classroom. As you move forward, find something you like and be great at it,” Dresser said. It’s also important to have a plan. He told the graduates they need to be tough. “As you go to college, it’s going to get tougher. Are you tough when it gets tough? “I had a coach tell me adversity weakens the weak and strengthens the strong. That translates into anything in life. The hard things you do teach you more,” Dresser said. He said a lot of young people want to make a lot of money. “The only way to make a lot of money is by doing something you love. I challenge you to keep that attitude,” Dresser said. The Top 20 Banquet included music provided by students of Mike Blair, and an invocation by Pastor Shonda Deranleau of the Congregational United Church of Christ. The meal was served by the Zion LWML. Principal Lori Westhoff talked about each honoree and assistant principal Greg Thomas handed out certificates. |
Students of the Month 2016/2017March Student of the Month Nick Torkelson is the son of Dave and Joni Torkelson. He is an active member of the Humboldt FFA and has maintained an officer position for the past 3 years. He has also shown cattle and hogs at the Humboldt County Fair. Nick's work experience includes assisting his dad and grandpa on the farm and working as a farm hand for a local cattle farmer. Nick's future plans include attending Iowa State University to major in Ag Business. February Student of the Month Drew Thomas is involved in National Honor Society, Student Senate, basketball, football and track as well as a DARE Role Model and a football and basketball coach for the Humboldt Rec youth. He has worked for the Humboldt Country Club as a greenskeeper and in the concession/admissions stands of the Humboldt Family Aquatic Center. His future plans are to attend the University of Iowa and major in business. Drew is the son of Greg and Michelle Thomas. December Student of the Month Sophia Luu is involved in concert, marching, and jazz band and the musical pit orchestra. She has been part of the marching band leadership team for 3 years and drum major for 2 years. She has also participated in AllState auditions and state solo and ensemble contests. The past 2 years she has been accepted to participate in the AllState Orchestra. She is also involved in Spanish Club and Battle of the Books. Her community involvement includes playing bass on the Worship Team at Oakhill Church and helping at the Humboldt Arts Festival. You may have seen her previously at Fareway as she was employed there the summer of 2015. Her future plans include attending Iowa State University to major in Apparel, Merchandising and Design and minoring in International Studies. Her parents are Binn and Melanie Luu. September Student of the Month Darron Anderson is involved in the Robotics Club, Spanish Club, Battle of the Books, the school musical and play, and Iowa Central Engineering competition. He also participates in Jazz Choir and Jazz Band, Marching Band and Pep Band as well as solo and small ensemble festival competitions. He is presently employed at the Hy-Vee kitchen. His future plans involve studying Robotics in college. He has been accepted at Iowa State University and plans to apply at MIT and Carnegie Mellon University. His parents are Dennis Anderson and Marlise Taggert-Anderson. |
Rotary 16th Annual Fly In BreakfastThe 16th Annual Rotary Fly In/Drive In Breakfast was held on Sunday, August 7, 2016 at the Humboldt Municipal Airport west of town. Gronbach's Grillers cooked the scrambled eggs, sausage, and pancakes while the Rotary Club members helped serve the drinks and clean up the tables. Almost 900 breakfasts were served with 112 plane rides provided. Those in attendance enjoyed watching the 48 guest planes arrive and depart throughout the morning. The featured plane was an Air Tractor spray plane 750 HP turbo jet. Another included a home built Pietenpol WWII replica. Special thanks to Jim Gronbach and his team for their time and equipment, to Tom and Julie Olson for the egg donation, Hy-Vee for the syrup, Doug Bacon for his fuel, Engman Disposal for the dumpster and lastly, Dave and Deb Dodgen for all their time and organization to keep this event running smoothly and successfully. The proceeds from the fly in have been donated to the Kiddie Cat Daycare. This, along with a $5,000 Rotary Club District Grant and additional Humboldt Rotary Club funds, amounted to a $15,000 donation. See photos from the 2016 Fly In saved below in the photo album.
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2016 Honors Banquet The 55th Annual Rotary Club of Humboldt Honors Banquet was held May 11, 2016 at Zion Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall. This banquet recognized the Humboldt High School class of 2016 top 20 academic students and their parents. The banquet, originally named the Top 20 Banquet, was organized by Rotarians Delmar Cram and Dr. James Coddington in 1962. It has been an annual event ever since.
Rotarian Greg Darling served as Master of Ceremonies. Pastor Jerry Raether gave the invocation following the National Anthem performed by Mike Blair, Humboldt High School Music Instructor.
Guest Speaker for the evening was Dallas Clark, 1999 graduate of Twin River Valley High School, University of Iowa graduate and NFL wide receiver for the Indianapolis Colts and Super Bowl XLI champions.
Ms. Lori Westhoff, Principal at Humboldt High School, and Mr. Greg Thomas, Assistant Principal, introduced the top academic students and their parents. They also presented them with a certificate of recognition from the Humboldt Rotary Club.
The evening closed with the Pledge of Allegiance. Many thanks to Rotarian Jeff Gargano for taking pictures, the Senior Honors Banquet Committee consisting of Greg Darling, Pam Ray and Jana Bratland and all Rotarians and their spouses in attendance. The evening was a great tribute to our academic Humboldt High School students.
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Rotary Grant 2015.jpg) Dave Dodgen (center right), chair of the Humboldt Rotary Club’s annual Fly-in Breakfast, is shown presenting a check for $10,000 to Kim Jensen (center left), Lieutenant with the Humboldt Fire Department. The money was used to help purchase new bunker gear for the fire department. The Humboldt Rotary Club contributed $6,735 and a Rotary District Foundation grant another $3,265. Rotarians pictured from left to right include: Corey Matson, Brett Legvold, Jana Bratland, Ross Sleiter, Jared Johnson, Kim Jensen, Bret Davis, Dave Dodgen, Victor Meyer, Mary Grebe, Rotary President Clifton Kalafatich, Pam Ray, Tim Anderson and Dean Telford. Humboldt Independent photo.
Proceeds from the Humboldt Rotary Club’s annual Fly-In Breakfast were used to help the Humboldt Fire Department purchase new bunker gear. A total of $10,000 was donated by the Humboldt Rotary Club with $6,735 of the proceeds from the Fly-In Breakfast and $3,265 in matching funds from a Rotary Foundation District grant. Kim Jensen, Lieutenant and 17-year veteran of the Humboldt Fire Department, said that with the donation from the Humboldt Rotary Club coupled with budgeted funds from the city, the department was able to purchase 10 sets of bunker gear. Each set of bunker gear costs about $2,300 and includes a helmet, jacket, pants and boots. Bunker gear is Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) designed to protect firefighters.
Jensen said the timing of the Rotary donation was very good as bunker gear is required to be taken out of service after being used for 10 years. The Humboldt Fire Department’s current bunker gear was put into service on Jan. 20, 2006. As of Jan. 20, it is considered obsolete. While 10 sets of bunker gear was purchased, that still leaves another 11 sets to be purchased. Jensen said the city has budgeted some funds and the fire department is applying for a Humboldt County Community Foundation grant.
Jensen showed how the new bunker gear is much lighter and previously only came in three sizes. Firefighters were measured for a more exact fit for the latest bunker gear. The pants feature pleated and padded knees which is a huge benefit when crawling around a structure fire. The coats are also pleated at the elbow and move better with the firefighter’s body. This is an improvement as the fire fighter won’t wear out fighting their own equipment. There’s also a safety strap on the collar of the jacket that can be used to drag a firefighter whose been hurt out of a fire. The new helmets feature more adjustments to make them fit better. In addition the boots were sized to fit and are more comfortable and cushioned. Overall, it will make it much easier to move around. The jackets have a pocket for a radio, insulated pockets for firefighters’ hands to stay warmer and many improvements to make it easier for firefighters to fight fires and to be better protected.
Fly-In Chair Dave Dodgen said the donation was made possible by the great community support shown to the Fly-In Breakfast. In its 15 year history, the Fly-In Breakfast has contributed over $70,000 to community projects and causes. Several members of the Humboldt Fire Department have helped the Humboldt Rotary cook and serve the breakfast. We feel very fortunate that we are able to do something to help the firefighters who volunteer their time to protect each of us. The Fly-In Breakfast is held each year in August at the Humboldt Airport.
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2015/2016 Members |
Fly In/Drive In BreakfastThe 15th Annual Humboldt Rotary Club Fly In/Drive In Breakfast was held the first Sunday in August, 2015. Approximately 952 breakfasts were served with 30 planes in attendance. Gronbach's Grill Team cooked scrambled eggs and sausage and also cooked and served pancakes hot off the grill. The Humboldt Rotary Club members served the eggs and sausage along with orange juice, milk and coffee. Pilots Dave Dodgen, Doug Bacon, Lou Fontana, John Boleyn and Brian Skow combined to provide 124 plane rides. Picnic tables were set up in the new hangar where the EC Source helicopter was on display. A video of the helicopter in use was also available to view. This year's profits will be used to assist the Humboldt Fire Department in purchasing turn out gear.
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Student of the MonthOur January Student of the Month is Talon Hoefer. Talon is the son of Rick and Jennifer Hoefer. He is active in Robotics, Spanish Club, National Honor Society, and is a D.A.R.E. Role Model. He is also a frequent volunteer at Our Saviour's Lutheran Church as a member of the Youth Group, Worship Board, and a first and second grade Sunday School teacher. Talon has also volunteered throughout the community. In addition to his church, he has accumulated over 400 hours of community service with the hospital and school. On top of his activities and volunteering, Talon is a Nationally Registered Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) at the Humboldt County Memorial Hospital, Assistant Manager of the Humboldt Family Aquatic Center, a Certified CPR instructor through the American Red Cross and the American Heart Association, as well as a Certified Lifeguard Instructor through the American Red Cross. Talon's future plans include attending the University of Iowa to study Pre-Med and pursue a career as a doctor.
Our November Student of the Month is William Dunscombe. Will is the son of Mary Dunscombe and the late Rob Dunscombe. Will is involved in Student Senate, Spanish Club, TEAMS, Quiz Bowl, Musicals, Spring Plays, Cross Country, Soccer, Robotics, National Honors Society and National Scholars Association. Currently his future plans are to attend the University of Iowa and major in Pre-Med and Psychology. In addition to Will's school activities he works in the Produce Department at Hy-Vee, coaches for the Humboldt Recreation Department and is a part of the Courtesy Crew at Oak Hill Marina in Arnolds Park, Iowa.
The October Student of the Month is Geoffrey Bruder. Geoffrey is the son of George and Joyce Bruder. He is active in football, basketball, track, JETS/TEAMS, fall musical crew, KMO/Quizbowl, National Honor Society, Iowa Student Senate Learning Council, TAG, and Student Senate. Geoffrey is also on the National Council for Youth Leadership, is a youth flag football and basketball coach and youth swimming lesson instructor. He has held jobs as a lifeguard at the Humboldt Family Aquatic Center and detasseler for Pioneer. Geoffrey plans to major in Pharmacy at either South Dakota State, Drake or Creighton University.
The first 2014/2015 academic school year Student of the Month is Emma Bennett. Emma is a four sport athlete. She is involved in Student Senate, Silver Cord, Spanish Club, Cross Country, Basketball, Golf and Softball. She is also a Sunday School teacher, on the National Council for Youth Leadership and is a student coach for the Humboldt Rec Dept. She is the daughter of Roger Bennett and Lori Ricklefs. Her future plans include attending Iowa Central Community College to obtain her AA in Radiology Technology and then transfer to the University of Iowa to possibly major in Pediatric Radiology . Emma has been employed at the Humboldt Family Aquatic Center and the Caribbean Coffeehouse.
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Rotary Student ExchangeThere is an article in the September, 2014 issue of The Rotarian that caught my eye when it mentioned Des Moines, Iowa. The article Beyond Borders emphasizes how a South African family helped create a positive experience for Mara Egherman, now a college librarian. Her Rotary Exchange took place in 1982 to Johannesburg, South Africa. Her original host family maintained radical political alliances which were eye-opening to say the least. Fortunately for her, a school friend invited Mara to stay in their home that last few months of her exchange. This new family made Mara's exchange experience a positive one. The goal of exchange programs is to expose young people to other cultures to promote international understanding and peace. With the thought process that it is harder to hate someone you know. Mara went on to explain that because of the help she received from this South African family, she felt obliged to return the favor when she learned of an exchange student, Ryan Ahmad, a young Muslim man from the Philippines that needed to relocate. Ryan Ahmad had been beaten up by a fellow exchange student at school. Within a few days, Ryan arrived at her home in Des Moines, Iowa, where she lived near a university, a neighborhood full of immigrants, and her 15 year old daughter and 10 year old son. By the end of the school year, Ryan Ahmad had made friends at his new school, hung out at the local mall and spent time at the homes of his new friends. Mara had passed along the same gift she had received over 30 years ago and hoped he would be able to do the same. Our club has been quite fortunate in the foreign exchange students we have hosted. I hope we have the opportunity to make a difference in another student's life in the future.
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Welcome to our updated website!
We hope you will enjoy our updated website. The Humboldt Rotary Club is a supportive club for both the community of Humboldt, Iowa and Rotary International on a worldwide basis. Our intent is to keep you, the public, and our membership informed of our activities within our club. We thank your for checking us out and are interested in learning how we can serve your needs with this website. 2014/2015 Member Picture
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HISTORY OF HUMBOLDT ROTARY CLUBThe Humboldt Rotary Club was chartered on February 12, 1925 and the charter meeting was held on March 19, 1925 with 23 members forming the club. The club was sponsored by the Eagle Grove Rotary Club. The Rotary Club has served the Humboldt area for 89 years and perhaps is the oldest service club in Humboldt and Dakota City.
Humboldt Rotary Club is a part of Rotary District 5970 and Rotary International. Rotay International is composed of over 1.2 million members in 34,000 clubs in 200 countries. The motto for Rotary is "Service Above Self".
Over the years, the Rotary Club has been very active in the community. Proceeds from our fund raisers have supported the Humboldt High School Athletic Field entrance, Frank Gotch Memorial Statue, Liberty Fountain, Humboldt Fire Department, Taft Park Ball Diamond Renovation now known as Rotary Field, Drill Team, Spanish Club, Aquatic Center and Humboldt County Memorial Hospital projects. The club also supports the Rotary International program to eradicate polio in the world.
Student recognition, scholarships and low interest loans have been provided by the Humboldt Rotary Club for many years. Annual scholarships totaling $1,500 have been awarded to four seniors based on their school and community involvement, academic achievement, leadership, citizenship, character, service, and financial need. The late Rotarian Harold Grebe has also added two $1,000 scholarships. In 1962 the Top 20 Honors Banquet began through the leadership of the late Rotarians Del Cram and Dr. James Coddington. This banquet honors the top 20 Humboldt High School graduates for academic achievement. The late Rotarian Ray Lindhart started the Lindhart Education Trust in 1972. In addition memorial gifts have been added by the late Rotarians Lester Moffitt and Del Cram. Low interest loans are provided to Humboldt County graduates seeking to continue their education. Through 2013 approximately 311 students have borrowed $481,175 from this program.
Currently the Humboldt Rotary Club sponsors two fundraisers. In June we serve a chicken or pork dinner with all the fixings. Then in August we host the Fly In/Drive In Breakfast at the Humboldt Municipal Airport. This breakfast is prepared by Gronbach's Firefighter Crew and plane rides are provided by the Humboldt Flying Wildcats. Pilots from all over the midwest join us for Sunday morning breakfast.
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Student of the MonthOur student of the month for February was Jacob Miller. Jacob is active in wrestling, cross country and soccer. He is also Student Senate President and participates in the fall musical and spring play. Jacob is planning on continuing his education at Lousiana State University to study Environmental Engineering. He is intersted in assisting business development while creating a safe environment for marine life. Jacob has an older brother and younger sister. His parents are Sherri Miller and Mark Miller. Welcome Jake, to Rotary!
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2013 Fly InThe 12th annual Humboldt Rotary Club Fly In Breakfast was held at the Humboldt Municipal Airport on August 4, 2013. This year's profits have been designated to go toward Taft Park/Rotary Field renovations. The Gronbach Grill Team cooked the scrambled eggs, sausage and pancakes. Rotarians and spouses served 990 meals between 7:00 a.m. and noon. There were 51 planes that attended the event. Plane rides were given to 120 people by Lou Fontana, John Boleyn, Doug Bacon, Tim Anderson and Tony Christensen. A huge thanks to both of these groups as well as other members of The Flying Wildcats, Humboldt Parks Department, Humboldt Airport Commission, Civil Air Patrol, Hy-Vee and Sparboe Farms for their contribution and/or donations. This event has been a unique community project for our club. One of the highlights this year was the arrival of Mike Henningson's P-51 Mustang from Oshgosh, WI. Many thanks to Fly In Coordinators Dave and Deb Dodgen and Dean Telford for your organization and leadership. A special thanks also to the spouses that assissted. We have been blessed with great weather, workers, and community support.
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New MembersLet's give a warm welcome to the following new Rotary Club members: Chris Lindgren of Cargill, Inc Bret Davis of Sisters Home Style Entrees Brett Legvold of Arends, Lee and Emick Welcome! |
New Members
Welcome our two newest members, Rick Goettlich and Mary Grebe.
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Honors Banquet
The 51st Annual Rotary Club of Humboldt Honors Banquet was held May 16, 2012 at Zion Lutheran Church Fellowship Hall. This banquet recognized the Humboldt High School Class of 2012 top 20 academic students and their parents. The banquet, originally called the Top-20 Banquet, was organized by Rotarians Delmar Cram and Dr. James Coddington in 1962. It has been an annual event ever since. Rotarian Dave Dodgen served as Master of Ceremonies. Rotarian Harold Grebe gave the invocation following the National Anthem performed by Humboldt High School Jazz Choir, directed by Mike Blair. |
Humboldt Rotary Sponsors Exchange Student
The Rotary Club of Humboldt is sponsoring an exchange student for this year. His name is Gerson Sordi Junior from Paraiso do Norte, Brazil. Gerson is a delightful and energetic young man who is eager to learn about America. He is sixteen years old and has been staying with his host family since August 12th when he arrived. He is enrolled as a junior in Humboldt High School along with two other exchange students this year. Gerson's parents are Gerson and Dedimar and he is the only child. His father is a farmer and owner in a ethanol plaint and his mother is an attorney and social worker. Gerson enjoys playing the guitar, listening to music and using his computer. He wants to study economics in college. He enjoys being able to be at school in Humboldt in less than five minutes. This is a real treat since he has to ride a bus for 30 km or almost 19 miles each way back in Brazil. Gerson has never scene snow and is looking forward to seeing the first snow storm in Iowa; however, he doesn't look forward to the extreme cold. In Brazil, it never freezes where Gerson lives. He will be in Humbodt for one year and will return hom e in August of 2012. He currently lives with his host family, Brian and Kathy Nokleby and their two sons, Landon and Chase. He will move to live with another host family, Dale and Peg Heider, sometime in February. The Rotary Club of Humboldt welcomes Gerson and hopes he has a wonderful year in Humboldt. |
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