Rotary Club of Horsham East

Director's report

Another busy year with a variety of activities and programs for our youth has been completed.

Youth Exchange

The Club’s active involvement in Youth Exchange continued this year, hosting Erik von Konow from Sweden and sponsoring Daniel Ellis on his trip to the USA. We look forward to hosting Chase Dylan from Wyoming next year. It’s always fascinating to learn of their experiences and way of life through this exciting program.
A special thankyou to our Counsellors Peter Freckleton and Gary Green and to our host families.

National Youth Science Forum

Glen Kuhne was selected as our yr 11 student to attend the National Youth Science Forum in Canberra. Glen gave a fascinating account of his experience to our and neighbouring Clubs.

Horsham College debating final

The annual Horsham College debating final, this year for the Senior Campus, has been delayed to term 3.

RYPEN & Bill Davey Award

Unfortunately we were unable to secure candidates for the Rypen youth development camp and Bill Davey awards this year but look forward to continuing these programs in the coming year.

Dream Job interviews

“Dream Job” interviews were this year conducted in partnership with the Horsham Rotary Club, with Horsham College Year 9 students.This is a most worthwhile exercise, providing students with a valuable mock interview experience late in their secondary education years.

In conclusion, I thank the members of our Youth Service Committee and commend the Club’s ongoing support of these important and rewarding programs.

Tony Bawden, Director, Youth Service