Our projects included:

1. Mentor Program: Three members of our Rotary attended this very informative training meeting in which we discussed the benefits of student mentoring. A lack of student participation in this program did not allow our group to become actively involved. However, one member of the Sunrise Rotary recently became a student mentor and only time will determine the success of the project.
2. Power Lunch: Sunrise Rotarians gathered with teachers and other members of the community to support an annual workshop. Our mission was to demonstrate the proper way to conduct oneself at a professional/business luncheon. The turnout was great and so was the lunch. If nothing else is retained, the sudents at a minimum know what fork to use.
3. Career Panel: This was a huge success. The students truly enjoyed listening to and learning from the professionals. I was told that many students hear only the downside and don't know many people who enjoy their jobs. It was vey inspiring and motivating to learn tha there are individuals who really, really enjoy their professions.
4. Scholarship: This years scholarship applicant base was extended to include the non-traditional student who was seeking an opportunity to increase their market ability in the job market by continuing their education. In total, there were seven applicants which made the selection process extremely difficulty. A tremendous amount of effort was placed to make sure that the committee selected the recipent. As our committee received each applicant, the numbers dwindled until one candidate remained. Blake Cottrell became the scholarship recipient.
5. Teacher of the Year: No teacher was selected, however Suzanne Moyer of Bloomington High School was nominated.