Youth Programmes
...INTERACT...RYLA...ADVENTURES...STUDENT EXCHANGE...
Thousands of people age 30 and younger participate in Rotary programmes to learn skills that will help them become future leaders.
Youth programmes allow participants to discover more about themselves and the world by participating in community projects, leadership training, or cultural exchanges. Young people also learn about the principles of ethics, service, and fellowship that Rotarians exemplify.
In Quesnel, Correlieu Interact was formed in 2007 and has had an outstanding 2010-11 school year. Our Club also sponsors participants in RYLA and several Adventures - we also welcome at least one student into our community every year from overseas.
Come back again soon - more details to follow!
Scholarships
In recent years, our Club has awarded two $1,000 scholarships to graduating students from Correlieu Secondary School. This years was no exception...and we wish Alyssa Gillin and Emily Galliazzo from the Class of 2011 every success as they pursue their post-secondary education.
For more details, visit the website of Correlieu Secondary School by clicking here.
Correlieu Interact
Formed in 2007, the Executive for 2011-12 will be forming itself early in the new school year, following in the footsteps of a highly successful 2010-11, when the Club held a dinner to raise $1,500 for Seasons House and ran a series of seminars in connection with The Girl Effect.
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Correlieu Interact officers 2011/2012
Back row:
Krystal Conway (Secretary), Kim Osip (Vice-President), Amy Wood and Daveen Panasar (Directors)
Front row:
Jun Lee (Director), Bron Finkelstein (President), and Patrick Scanlan (Treasurer)
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In 2009-10, the club highlighted PolioPlus, the Rotary International programme to eradicate polio, by way of the Purple Pinkie Project.
Above: Rakesh Dewan, top, Chad Findlay and Courtney Kirsh were part of the 2007-08 club that raised money for disaster relief, Shelter Box. Click here to read their story.
Correlieu Interact Club - Charter induction 8th November 2007
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John Havens presents Correlieu Interact charter President
Rakesh Dewan with their Bell
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Bob Patrick presents Correlieu Interact charter Vice-President David Peterson with their Gavel.
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Presenting…
the Correlieu Interact
2007-08 Executive
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Rotary Youth Exchange
Rotary Youth Exchange students spend up to a year in a different country, attending school and living with local host families.
Whether it is Rotary's long-term or short-term Youth Exchange programs, students (age between 16 and 17, six months prior to departure) learn a new way of living, a great deal about themselves, and maybe even a new language.
Our Club is actively involved in Youth Exchange but will be taking a year off for 2012-13. If you or someone you know is interested in an exchange, however, please review the Program Guide and contact Rotarian Sheila Pritchard 250.992.6824.
For 2010-11, Bryn Bodman (left) went to Germany, and Wylie Mednis (right) stayed in Spain. Click on their pictures to read more.
Our 2010 Exchange Student from Albury Australia, Jordin Dalton, challenged us to raise at least $1,000 for PolioPlus during the month of July, in return for which he would have his first haircut since arriving in January.
He never stood a chance! Check out the results on YouTube
R.Y.L.A.
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is an intensive training program for 
community youth leaders. Young people chosen for their leadership potential attend an all-expenses-paid seminar to discuss leadership skills and to hone those skills through practice.
RYLA's Purpose
Ø Demonstrate Rotary's respect and concern for youth
Ø Provide an effective training experience for selected youth and potential leaders
Ø Encourage leadership of youth by youth
Ø Recognize publicly young people who are rendering service to their communities
Currently District 5040 has three RYLA events:
RYLA North (Age 19 to 25)
- When: mid-September
- 2011: 16-18 September Applicant deadline: 1 September 2011
- Location: Ness Lake, Prince George
- Parents are encouraged to join us for an awards ceremony on Sunday. The program will begin promptly at 11:30am and will be followed by lunch.
- Contact: Gina Rawson, RYLA North Registra, Email: grawson@lib.pg.bc.ca
RYLA South (Age 16 to 18)
- When: Late March, early April
- 2012: 29 March - 1 April Applicant deadline: 15 February 2012
- Location: Camp Jubilee in North Vancouver
- Water taxis will depart from Coal Harbour Marina. The return to Coal Harbour Marina will be staggered depending on the number of trips the water taxi has to make. Parents will be informed of pick-up times at drop-off.
- Contact: Tanya Hall, RYLA South Chair, Email: tanya@secheltaccomodation.com
RYLA Lakelse (Age 14 to 15)
- When: Early July
- 2012: 4-8 July Applicant deadline: 15 May 2012
- Location: Kin Camp Lakelse, between Terrace/Kitimat
- Parents are encouraged to join us for an awards ceremony on Sunday. The program will begin promptly at 11:30am and will be followed by lunch.
- Contact: Liz Smaha, RYLA Lakelse Registrar, Email: ismaha@hawkair.ca
Rotary Club of Quesnel contact for 2011 RYLA sponsorship:
Rotarian Rebecca Beuschel E-mail: rebecca@goldcity.net
Application - click here
Adventures Programs in Canada
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Rotary Clubs across Canada host and sponsor a variety of Adventure programs for youth, our leaders of tomorrow. These short term programs offer great opportunity for the Adventurers to explore their field of interest and also to experience Rotarians' hospitality.
Our club has sponsored participants recently in Forestry, Industry, and Tourism. If you, or someone you know, is interested in taking advantage of these great opportunities, our coordinator for 2011 is Rotarian Rebecca Beuschel E-mail: rebecca@goldcity.net
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