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2880 East Austin Street
Highway 290
Giddings, TX 78942
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Rotary Club of Giddings' Calendar

We have an online calendar to which you can subscribe and keep up to date on all the events, meetings, community service, etc. the Rotary Club of Giddings has going on. We are excited to have a new way to keep members and the public up to date on all of what's happening in the Rotary Club of Giddings.

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2019/05/17 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Service

On May 17, 2019, 27 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Service. Sir Cass of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the ceremony. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its sixth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

2nd & 3rd Grades (L to R):

Back Row: Ty Gallant, Aleydis Marroquin, Ryleigh Roberts, Zachary Young, Azalea Moreno
Middle Row: Yazeli Luna, Jose Madrigales, Brisa Ramirez, Elena Segura
Front Row: Rayli Woelfel, Leighton Smith, Ilyssa Hickey, Aubrey Correa

Not pictured David Parra

K & 1st Grades (L to R):

Back Row: Addisyn Hoover, Addison Robbins, Miguel Lara
Middle Row: Carsyn Griffin, Dakota Kieshnick, Dustin Morgan-Briggs, Vladimir Laris, Patricia Warren, Mia Allen, Arlett Salomon
Front Row: Jameson Ortiz, Jayana Rios, Jayden Garcia-Rodriguez

2019/04/05 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Perseverance

On April 5, 2019, 27 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Perseverance. Lady Charnell of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the ceremony. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its sixth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

2nd & 3rd Grades (L to R):

Back Row: Lika Fang, Karen Villela, Mayte Hernandez Salas, Jiovanni Angel-Llamas

3rd Row: Sarah New, Jocelyn DelaRosa, Larry Segundo, Isabella Kolacek
2nd Row: Kae'lyn Graves, Monica Gallardo, Kinsley Gandy, Kenzie Stewart
Front Row: Bryce Cisneros, Aldo Hernandez

K & 1st Grades (L to R):

Back Row: Johnny Villela, Yoselin Reyes, Isabella Miller, Eddie Guillen, Janiyah Adame
Middle Row: Alaina Trauth, Reese Richardson, Skylar Gallant, Jayden Jackson
Front Row: Esbeidy Gonzalez, Evelyn Reed, Yareli Romero, Emmanuel Moreno

2019/02/22 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Discipline

On February 22, 2019, 27 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Discipline. Lady Charnell of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the ceremony. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its sixth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

2nd & 3rd Grades (L to R):

Back Row: Sadie Locke, J'Andria Patterson, Robyn Booher, Peyton Ferguson
Middle Row: Martin Salazar, Jayden Lara, Hector Campos, Sofia Carrizales, Korbyn Coates, Angel Nino
Front Row: Nayeli Flores, Mia Ramirez, Damien Powell, Aeiza De la Rosa

K & 1st Grades (L to R):

Back Row: Hazel Jacobs, Penelope Castro, Aracely Flores, Bianca McDaniel
Middle Row: Lylah Robertson, Christian Gonzalez, Noemi Garcia Marroquin, Kyndall Schnell, Lucas Pack
Front Row: Demario Lebron, Gustavo Espinosa-Salas, Grace Pack, Aniz Gonzalez

2019/01/11 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Confidence

On January 11, 2019, 27 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Confidence. Lady Amber of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the ceremony. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its sixth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

2nd & 3rd Grades (L to R):

Back Row: Kyndal Meurin, Laila Garcia, Brynli Wilson, Baleigh Clark, Addison Tomas, Kinley Boriack
Middle Row: Aubriee Gonzalez, Natalie Marroquin, Wendy Sanchez, Sofia Padron
Front Row: Kaydence Kemper, Isabella Bradley, MJ Griffin, David Co

K & 1st Grades (L to R):

Back Row: Kenyion Richmond, Cataleya Salazar, Rhilynn Wilson, Austin Morrow
Middle Row: Elliott Streuer, Cesar Otero, Zander Miller, Karson Kemper, Alexander Flores
Front Row: Delilah Carroll, Jesus Segura, Kayden Harding, Jagger Jatzlau

2018/11/09 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Honesty

On November 9, 2018, 26 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Honesty. Lady Amber of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the first knighting ceremony of the 2018-19 school year. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its sixth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

K & 1st Grades (L to R):

Back Row: Roberto Cortinas, Alexis Hernandez, Shawn Biar, William Lyday, Dylan Harness
Middle Row: Olivia Pope, Jayce Locke-Johnson, Kinleigh Collins, Mia Hernandez, Ayden Fuqua
Front Row: Gisella Alvarado, Iker Tafolla, Sean Kessel

2nd & 3rd Grades (L to R):

Back Row: Mariela McNeil, Matthew Mitschke, Sebastian Sanchez, Mabiel Gallardo
Middle Row: Eli Parks, Aurelio De La Rosa, Emily Bocanegra, Kylie Parsons, Brayden Tobola
Front Row: Brodie Ford, Teagan Fuqua, Jayleen Lara, Andrea Rios

2018/10/05 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Respect

On October 5, 2018, 27 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Respect. Lady Amber of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the first knighting ceremony of the 2018-19 school year. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its sixth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

2nd & 3rd Grades (L to R):

Front Row: Malichi Vasquez, Elvis Linares, Tristen Bailey, Aldo Murillo

Middle Row: Levi Pedraza, James Kuehl, Taelor Moore, Bradley Leyva, Iliana Rodriguez

Back Row: Jamarcus Bell, Marlene Rodriguez, Kylynn Martinez, Yareli Diaz, Sebastian Recendez

K & 1st Grades (L to R):

Front Row: Alyssa Moreno, Hudson Adams, Scarlett Espinosa, Justin Hudgen

Middle Row: Aubrey Rodgers, Melanie Villela, Emily Medel, Isaiah Harness, Jace Rodriguez

Back Row: Jayden Jervis, Brandon Villegas, Alisson Lara, Jayden Cleveland

2018/05/18 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Compassion

On May 18, 2018, 27 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Compassion. Sir Case of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the last knighting ceremony of the 2017-18 school year. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its fifth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

2nd & 3rd Grade (L to R):

Front row: Kashlyn Martinez, Mayte Hernandez Salas, Beya Zuniga, Henlee Hanson

2nd row: Kylee Wolridge, Jaci Garcia, Yorick Bocanegra, Shirley Linares

3rd row: Jayla Gisclair, Grace Becvar, Dylan deShetler, Jason Cloud

4th row: Nathan Snyder, Marc Moreno

K & 1st Grade (L to R):

Front row: Esbeidy Gonzales, Arturo Orocio Perez

2nd row: Soria Carrizales, Charli Lehmann, Sarah New, Aeiza DelaRosa

3rd row: Isabella Bradley, Tinslee Medack, Denise Parra Morales, Dakota Proske

4th row: J'Andria Patterson, Jason Patterson, Gunner Lowe

2018/05/06 District 5870 Conference of Rotary Clubs

Posted by Joel Lopez on May 04, 2018

Rotary Club of Giddings President Joel Lopez was knighted by Sir Cass at the District 5870 Rotary Conference in San Antonio this past weekend. Sir Cass Knighted all Clubs present who have Early Act / First Knight in their local schools. Joel was knighted in place of Wesley Keng, EA/FK Club Representative, who was unable to attend. The Rotary Club of Giddings is very proud to have the EA/FK program in the Giddings Elementary School and as a result the students and staff at Giddings Independent School District have benefited tremendously.

2018/05/06 District 5870 Rotary Hall of Fame Recipient - Brandi Lowe

Posted by Joel Lopez on May 06, 2018

2018 District 5870 Hall of Fame Recipient, Brandi Lowe

Letter submitted to District 5870 by President Joel Lopez: Brandi Lowe has been a member of the Rotary Club of Giddings since March 11, 2011 and has been an instrumental part of this organization. Brandi has served in multiple positions and was the president of the club for the 2015 - 2016 year. Brandi displays leadership in organizing and setting up two of our fundraising events. The Emmett Hannes 5k allows the club to give scholarships to graduating seniors. The Rotary Pancake Supper funds the Early Act / First Knight program at the elementary school. The leadership she displays in organizing and setting up for these events clearly display the "Service Above Self" and her commitment not just to our organization, but to the future of our youth. In addition to being a Rotarian, Brandi is a mother with a young child, a wife and a career-oriented woman. In today's world to juggle each of these means putting something aside. She gives of her time so others may benefit. It was no surprise in 2016 when she received the Rotarian of the Year award. In my opinion every club should have their own Brandi and we are certainly proud of ours. On behalf of the Rotary Club of Giddings I would like to nominate Brandi Lowe for District 5870 Roll of Fame. I am very thankful for your consideration in doing so. God Bless!

2018/04/26 Fun Night

The Rotary Club of Giddings is excited to announce that Fun Night will be held on August 10, 2018. The Rotary Club of Giddings was notified earlier this year that the Lee County Sheriff’s Posse would no longer be involved in our annual Fun Night. The Rotary Club of Giddings has voted to continue the tradition. All of the good food, drinks, prizes and fun that you have come to expect over the years won’t stop. Plan on joining us for a night of fun on Friday, August 10th and to see which one of our ticket holders will win $10,000.00. See you there!

For more information, go to the Fun Night event page.

2018/04/20 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Citizenship

On April 20, 2018, 27 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Citizenship. One of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the first knighting ceremony of the 2017-18 school year. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its fifth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

K & 1st Grades (L to R):
Front row: Levi Pedraza, Aubrey Rodgers, Kevin Nguyen, Mason Majewski
Second row: Aylin Ruvalcaba, Kaydence Kemper, Camila Martinez, Tia Davila
Back row: Sebastian Inzunza, Bryce Cisneros, Riley Rodriguez, Sandra Cruz, Layla Burns

2nd & 3rd Grade (L to R):
Front row: Jordynn Figueroa, Masakazu Henry, Isabella Kolacek, Elena Mansano, Tyler Royal
Second row: Kylynn Martinez, Cash Robertson, Allison Dixon, Saray Lopez, Henlee Hanson, Dane Bernal
Third row: Angela Tello, Chase Ramirez, Paul Rodriguez

2018/04/18 Earth Day Project

On April 19, 2018 the Rotary Club of Giddings participated in a Rotary International project to plant trees for Earth Day. Our club voted to plant the trees locally at Simmang Park. The trees were purchased from Home Depot and potting soil purchased locally with the city helping out with planting to ensure everything met city standards.

From left to right: Erin Willey, Carol Bennett, Wayne Gallip, Bill Wood, Beverley Lee, Cory Harris, Ricky Jorgensen, Traci Oltmann

2018/03/03 7th Annual Emmett Hannes Memorial 5K

OFFICIAL RACE RESULTS

On Saturday, March 3rd, 2018 the 7th Annual Emmett Hannes Memorial 5k was staged at the Lee County Courthouse. Around 100 runners and walkers descended on Giddings to participate in the event. Even Mother Nature cooperated this year to make the event a success. It was very appropriate that the memorial event was held a few days before the 63rd Birthday of the Rotary Club of Giddings, as Emmett Hannes was the charter president of the club. Thank you to all of our sponsors, participants, and supporters for helping make the event a success. A special thanks to the EarlyAct/FirstKnight service Club from Giddings Elementary School and the Interact Club from the Giddings High School for coming out and supporting the runners and walkers as they made their way through the course.

2018/02/16 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Tolerance

On February 16, 2018, 27 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Tolerance. Sir Cass Garcia of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the first knighting ceremony of the 2017-18 school year. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its fifth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

2nd & 3rd grades (L to R):

Front row: Sadie Locke, Zulay Salas, Makayla buskirk, Genevieve Hendrix

2nd row: Noemi Sanchez, Luis Hernandez, Ryleigh Roberts, Noah Martinez, Conner Ray

back row: Isabella Sexton, Kayra Orocio, Malynda Schautschick, Naomy Laris, Faith Crockett

K & 1st grades (L to R):

Front row: Alexis Hernandez, Chasidee Hill, Grayson Hartranft, Elvis Linares, Gia Perez

2nd row: Tristen Bailey, Laila Garcia, Bianca McDaniel, Melanie Villela

back row: Kae'lyn Graves, Raelynn Navarro, Luis Gonzalez, Soljourn Palazuelos

2017/12/15 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Responsibility

On December 15, 2017, 27 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Responsibility. Sir Cass Garcia of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the first knighting ceremony of the 2017-18 school year. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its fifth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

K & 1st Grades (L to R)

Front Row - Jace Rodriguez, Charles McDonnel, Diego Lara, Jayleen Lara, Alyssa Ramirez
Second Row - Lylah Robertson, Addison Robbins, Ashley Galicia, Ilyssa Hickey, Victor Ramirez
Back Row - Aracely Flores, Aldo Hernandez, Sir Cass Garcia, Aurelio DelaRosa

2nd & 3rd Grades (L to R)

Front Row - Elena Segura, Fabiola Moreno, Nayeli Flores
Second Row - Sofia Lopez, Alondra Carrillo-Garcia, Evelyn Hernandez, Gabrielle Way, Martin Salazar
Third Row - Brayden Tobola, Miranda Lara, Samantha Carreon, Jayden Lara
Back Row - Corbin Medack, Sir Cass Garcia, Phoenix Albin

2017/11/03 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Trustworthiness

On November 3, 2017, 27 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Trustworthiness. Sir Cass Garcia of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the first knighting ceremony of the 2017-18 school year. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its fifth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

2nd & 3rd Grades (L to R)

Front row - Ashlyn Bradley, Emily Alvarez, Presley Hirsch, Jocelyn DelaRosa

Middle row - Chloe Gonzales, Damien Powell, Larry Segundo, Hector Campos, Jesus Rivera

Back row - Tyler Young, Kaylee Scott, Zachary Young, Asher Fuqua, Martha Hernandez

K & 1st Grades (L to R)

Front row - Leighton Smith, Makana Lien, Korbin Keilberg, Arlett Salomon

Middle row - Korbyn Coates, Aubriee Gonzales, Hazel Jacobs, Miguel Tello, Kyndall Schnell

Back row - Tenley Ward, Cooper Lynch, Nathalie Marroquin, Yareli Diaz

2017/09/29 EAFK Knighting Ceremony - Friendship

On September 29, 2017, 27 students at Giddings Elementary were honored for exemplifying the character trait of Friendship. Sir Cass Garcia of the Knights of the Guild was present to present medallions to the champions at the first knighting ceremony of the 2017-18 school year. The knighting ceremony is a part of the EarlyAct/FirstKnight (EAFK) program at GES which is in its fifth year this school year. EAFK focuses on teaching the virtues embodied in the knightly code of chivalry to the students for 10 minutes each school day and putting those virtues into action. EAFK is sponsored by the Rotary Club of Giddings at no cost to the school. Congratulations to the students and their families!

2nd & 3rd grade (L to R):

Front row - Addison Gonzalez, Janelle Jones-Gregory, Sir Cass Garcia

2nd row - Jazlynn Tamayo, Grace Moore, Aleydis Marroquin, Imani Blanchard

3rd row - Leilani Lien, Aliza Rodriguez, Bradley Leyva, Riley Jo Gaitan

Back row - Adan Resendez, Jennifer Regalado, Allyson Dowell, Alexis Bell

K & 1st grade (L to R):

Front row - Da'veion Campbell, Harper Spencer, Zion Boxley, Jaddyn Roberts, Alyssa Moreno, Sir Cass Garcia

2nd row - Morgan Janner, Kamora McMurry, Tristan Leyva, Jayden Chaverra

Back row - David Tafolla, Maverick Brennan, Teagan Fuqua, Sarai Ochoa

2017/09/08 EA/FK Kickoff for 2017-18 at Giddings Elementary

Early Act/First Knight kicked off for the Giddings Elementary School 2017-2018 school year with an indoor student orientation today. The orientation is designed to get the children excited about the program and begin thinking about becoming a person of chivalry and of good moral character. The Rotary Club of Giddings sponsors the program at GES.

Early Act First Knight (or EA/FK) is a groundbreaking character education program for elementary and middle schools from Knights of The Guild. Sponsored by Rotary Clubs, EAFK motivates and teaches children of all backgrounds to become civil, service-oriented people during their most formative years.