We are excited to recognize and celebrate the outstanding students who have been named to the 2025 Honor Roll. This prestigious honor reflects their hard work, dedication to academic excellence, leadership, and positive impact on their school and community.
These students haven't just excelled in their studies; they've embraced challenges, pushed boundaries, and consistently strived for improvement. They represent the best of what our school strives to cultivate: a love of learning, a commitment to personal growth, and a spirit of collaboration. Their accomplishments are not solely their own; they reflect the dedication of their teachers, the support of their families, and the nurturing environment of our school.
🌟Meet the Honor Roll Students
Please join us in congratulating the following students for their exceptional achievements:
As previously announced, Rotary will not meet at Field Club on Wednesday, May 14. Instead, we will gather at the CHI Health Convention Center for the 98th Annual Honor Roll and Scholarship Luncheon.
If you signed up as a Table Host, we look forward to seeing you there. Additional details have been provided by Bob Keefer.
Greeters and Registration Volunteers: You should have already received instructions for your roles.
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our 98th Rotary Honor Roll Sponsors and Donors
We extend our deepest appreciation to all the generous sponsors and donors who made this year’s 98th Rotary Honor Roll celebration a truly unforgettable event. Your contributions help honor exceptional 8th-grade students across the metro and continue a legacy that has shaped community leaders for nearly a century.
Major Sponsors: First National Bank of Omaha, Chase Bank, UNO College of Business Administration, Elkhorn Public Schools Foundation, Omaha Public Schools Foundation, EHPV Management Group, Centris Federal Credit Union, DA Davidson, CFO Systems, Ollie the Trolley, Hal Daub, Fr. Lloyd Gnirk, John Ewing, Viv Ewing, John Marburger, Jim Suttle, George Davis & Deb Skinner, Todd & Sandy Lemke, Bob & Kathleen Keefer
Contributing Sponsors and Donors: Aileen Warren, Adam Leong, Amy Tritsch, Aileen Warren, Bill & Gretchen Harvey, Bob Keefer, Brad Burklund, Camille Metoyer Moten, Brett Frevert, Charlie Peters, Colleen Brennan, Deb Skinner, Elkhorn Athletics, Josh Todd, Fletcher Reel, Gene DeBoer, Goodwill Industries, Heather Legge, Heidi McGinness, Huntrex.com, Jim Murphy, Jim Stewart, John Mock, Larry Guenther, Larry Johansen, LeRoy Swedlund, Lisa Tonjes Moritz, Michelle Trawick, Nash Mahupete, Okley Gibbs, Omaha Downtown Rotary Foundation, Omaha School of Massage Therapy, Paul Cohen, PDG Bob Perrin, PDG Roxy Orr, Ralston Schools Foundation, Randy Wieseler, Rick Waxman, Sarah Robak, Scott Buchholz, Steve Carper, Steve McCollister, Susan Koesters, Tobi Mathouser, Todd Chaney, Todd Murphy, Tom Gouttierre, and the Westside Foundation
Thank you for your commitment as Rotarians to our future! Please read more to see the exciting things happening in your District.
As we step into May with graduation celebrations, spring sports and new beginnings, I am reminded that May is Youth Service Month when Rotary clubs focus on youth services, including: Rotaract, Interact, Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) and Rotary Youth Exchange.
It is also the time of year when many clubs are awarding scholarships to graduating seniors. It is great to celebrate our commitment to empowering young leaders who will be our future leaders to carry the Rotary torch forward.
I would also like to highlight some of the achievements of our district. I was honored to attend the Lincoln South meeting this past month to present Rotary’s prestigious “Service Above Self” Award to Jenny Cardwell. This award is given to only 150 recipients annually worldwide to recognize members who fully embody our primary motto. Jenny, who served as club President in 2014-15 is so deserving of this award for her service to her club, the district and Rotary International. Way to go Jenny!
We proudly celebrate Sandy Lemke as a Paul Harris Fellow, an honor presented during our recent Rotary meeting by Regional Rotary Foundation Endowment Advisor Bill Harvey. This recognition reflects both Sandy’s generous support of The Rotary Foundation and her unwavering commitment to Rotary’s mission.
Sandy has been a dedicated Rotarian for over seven years. She has actively supported our club’s service initiatives, including our cherished legacy project—the 8th Grade Honor Roll, which uplifts youth achievement and character. She also recently concluded her valued service on our Rotary Board, where her leadership helped guide our club forward.
The Paul Harris Fellow recognition is more than a personal milestone—it’s a testament to the life-changing work enabled by The Rotary Foundation. Through contributions like Sandy’s, The Rotary Foundation funds projects that provide clean water, fight disease, support education, promote peace, and grow local economies around the world.
Congratulations, Sandy, and thank you for making a difference—locally and globally.
Rotarians are making a difference at Stephen Center. CLICK HERE to sign up.
Stephen Center partners with the community, families, and individuals to overcome homelessness, addiction, and poverty. Stephen Center has served the homeless and low-income in Omaha since 1984 through its three programs: Emergency Shelter, HERO Program, and Transitional Living Program. The Omaha Downtown Rotary partners with Stephens Center in serving hot meals to its residents.
May 7, 2025 Rotarian Volunteers at Stephen Center L to R: Steve McCollister, Colleen Brennan, Chris Nwafor, Fletcher Reel, Luke Drazic
Where three or more Rotarians gather, it's called a Rotary Social, and you earn attendance credits. Rotarians may come from different clubs. Connect with Rotarians and enjoy the power of Rotary fellowship. Below are our recent Rotary Socials.
Nash Mahupete speaking at Apiary Club Rotarians.
At the recent Mayoral Candidates forum hosted by Downtown Omaha Inc. L to R: Mayoral candidate John Ewing, Yolanda Hoffman, and Viv Ewing
At the recent Mayoral Candidates forum hosted by Downtown Omaha Inc. L to R Mike Mancuso, John Maxell (Suburban) Mayor Jean Stothert (Millard Rotary) Bruce Lemen (Suburban), Yolanda Hoffman, Lynn McCormack (Millard Rotary), Dan Esch, Micah Evans (Millard Rotary)
Rotarians for Goodwill! L to R: James Mackiewicz, Todd Chaney, and Larry Guenther
Rotarians at HETRA event L to R: Brett Frevert, Shelly Ruwe, and James Mackiewicz
Rotarians at the Downtown Omaha Clean-up April 26 L to R: Yolanda Hoffman, Dan Esch, and Lynn McCromack (Millard Rotary)
Rotarians gathered on Apr 22 at Corkscrew! L to R: PDG Carol Horner, Puja Kandel (Millard Rotary), Sandy Lemke, Cella Quinn, Rebecca Rens, and President Heather Legge
Rotarians at the Omaha Chamber Board meeting. James Mackiewicz' company was one of the Omaha Chamber businesses of the month. L to R: James Mackiewicz, Tobi Mathouser, and Aileen Warren
Rotarians at ACG L to R: Larry Guenther, Susan Koesters, and Brett Frevert
Rotarians at the CBMC 60th Annual Good Friday Breakfast L to R: Hal Daub, Heidi McGinness, John Ewing, and Viv Ewing
June 26, 2024. Outgoing President Larry Guenther recognized our members who achieved perfect attendance. Perfect Rotary attendance(aka Perfect Rotarians) is attained through consistent participation in weekly meetings, service projects, committee work, weekly club service, Rotary socials, visiting other clubs, Rotary online makeups, Zoom attendance, attendance at club board meetings, and attendance at club foundation board meetings. Below is the list of our perfect attendance Rotarians.
July is the perfect time to start your journey towards becoming a Perfect Rotarian!
The Rotary Club of Omaha is now recruiting more members! It's your opportunity to join the Rotary Club of Omaha, click here to complete the membership application form. For questions, please contact Membership Chair Franco Gentile at FGentile@sbgtv.com.
Chase Bank
UNO College of Business
Centris
Ollie The Trolley
Carlson West Povondra Architects
DA Davidson
Elkhorn Athletics Association
Omaha Massage Therapy
Catholic Archdiocese of Omaha
Kevin Baitey
Brad Burklund
Paul Cohen Hal Daub
Gene DeBoer Dianne Desler
John Ewing
Viv Ewing
Brett Frevert
Dawn Gonzales
Okley Gibbs
Fr. Lloyd Gnirk
Tom Gouttierre
Larry Guenther Bill Harvey
Gretchen Harvey
Barbara Hayman
Yolanda Hoffman
Larry Johansen
Bob Keefer
Susan Koesters
Heather Legge
Sandy Lemke
Adam Leong
John Marburger
Steve McCollister
Heidi McGinness
Camille Metoyer-Moten
Lloyd Meyer
John Mock
Jim Murphy
Roxy Orr
Fletcher Reel
Jim Scott-Miller
Deb Skinner
Jim Stewart
Jim Suttle
LeRoy Swedlund
Lisa Tonjes Moritz
Michelle Trawick
Jennifer Trebill
Kathryn Weitz
Thank you for your commitment as Rotarians to our future! Please read more to see the exciting things happening in your District.
We proudly celebrate Sandy Lemke as a Paul Harris Fellow, an honor presented during our recent Rotary meeting by Regional Rotary Foundation Endowment Advisor Bill Harvey. This recognition reflects both Sandy’s generous support of The Rotary Foundation and her unwavering commitment to Rotary’s mission.
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