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Friday Program General McKenna received his J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School in 1988, where he was a member of the Law Review. He earned a B.A. in Economics and a B.A. in International Studies, both with honors, from the University of Washington, where he was student body president.
Three members were turned in their Red Badges and received their permanent Blue Badges after completing the requirements for such. Congratulations go to John Armenia, John Luksetich, and Steve Bender.
Rotarian of the Month: Jenny Andrews Rotary Walks! The Hike for Healthy Kids. “It was Jenny’s idea!" said Phil, as he announced that the BBRC will receive more than a net $50,000 for this community event designed to bring awareness to the problem of childhood obesity and the importance of a healthy lifestyle for children and families. This was the foundational year for Rotary Walks! The Hike for Healthy Kids, and it was a great beginning. Funds raised during the event will go back to our local and world communities to improve the health and well-being of children. Projects/causes the BBRC have supported including: the Crossroads Spray Park, Hopelink, the YMCA, Sammamish High School scholarships, literacy programs, Polio Plus, clean water project, Computers for the World, Rotary First Harvest, Preserve Planet Earth, etc.
Student of the Month: Alyssa Anderson, Sammamish High School Alyssa is committed to community service for children. She has a 4.0 GPA for 2006 and is a member of the Honor Society. Her classes are Advanced Placement: Psychology, Literature, Statistics, and American Government. She is field manager for the track team and a varsity cheerleader. Her volunteer work has been with the Highlands Community Church and the Salvation Army, and she also tutors at Phantom Lake Elementary.
GSE Team Travel Log From Sayoko 05.08.07 05.09.07 05.12.07 See all the photos from Sayoko in the weekly slideshow.
Friday Program General McKenna received his J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School in 1988, where he was a member of the Law Review. He earned a B.A. in Economics and a B.A. in International Studies, both with honors, from the University of Washington, where he was student body president. During his tenure as attorney general, McKenna has been named:
Rob gave BBRC members a “whirlwind tour of what the AG’s office does and what the major issues and what his sources of pride are in achieving new policy initiatives and legislation. He was quite proud of an 8 for 8 and 1000 batting average in achieving bipartisan support for needed new laws to help law enforcement cope with a changing society and new public safety issues. Rob wants to:
As part of his Operation: Allied Against Meth program, a major achievement was the passage of a comprehensive new statewide methamphetamine initiative and formation of the Pacific Northwest Precursor Chemical Committee. Rob has presented the Operation: Allied Against Meth school assembly to more than 20,000 students at schools across Washington. A key priority for the Attorney General’s Office is to safeguard consumers from fraud and unfair business practices by:
A reservoir of information.
Telephone marketers and their service providers must honor the requests of consumers who have placed their telephone numbers on the Federal Trade Commission's national Do Not Call (DNC) Registry. The BBRC needs to invite Rob back again for Part II of his clinic on how to be and stay safe. Political History: In 1995, McKenna was elected to the Metropolitan King County Council. He was re-elected twice without opposition and was twice rated “Outstanding” by the Municipal League. A committed community leader, McKenna has raised hundreds of thousands for the Eastside Domestic Violence Program and the Bellevue Schools Foundation. An Eagle Scout himself, McKenna continues to serve as a board member with the Chief Seattle Council of the Boy Scouts of America and the Bellevue Community College Foundation. McKenna, his wife Marilyn and their four children reside in Bellevue.
With Mother's Day just passed, it's important to remember why we love our mothers. I OWE MY MOTHER 1. My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE . "If you're going to kill each other, do it outside. I just finished cleaning." 2. My mother taught me RELIGION. "You better pray that will come out of the carpet." 3. My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL. "If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you Into the middle of next week!" 4. My mother taught me LOGIC. "Because I said so, that's why." 5. My mother taught me MORE LOGIC. "If you fall out of that swing and break your neck, You're not going to the store with me." 6. My mother taught me FORESIGHT. "Make sure you wear clean underwear, In case you're in an accident." 7. My mother taught me IRONY. "Keep crying, and I'll give you something to cry about." 8. My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS. "Shut your mouth and eat your supper." 9. My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM. "Will you look at that dirt on the back of your neck!" 10. My mother taught me about STAMINA. "You'll sit there until all that spinach is gone." 11. My mother taught me about WEATHER. "This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it." 12. My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY. "If I told you once, I've told you a million times. Don't exaggerate!" 13. My mother taught me the CIRCLE OF LIFE. "I brought you into this world, and I can take you out." 14. My mother taught me about BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION. "Stop acting like your father!" 15. My mother taught me about ENVY. "There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents like you do." 16. My mother taught me about ANTICIPATION. "Just wait until we get home." 17. My mother taught me about RECEIVING. "You are going to get it when you get home!" 18. My mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE. "If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to get stuck that way." 19. My mother taught me ESP. "Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you are cold?" 20. My mother taught me HUMOR "When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don't come running to me." 21. My mother taught me HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT. "If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up." 22. My mother taught me GENETICS. "You're just like your father." 23. My mother taught me about my ROOTS. "Shut that door behind you. Do you think you were born in a barn?" 24. My mother taught me WISDOM. "When you get to be my age, you'll understand." 25. My mother taught me about JUSTICE. "One day you'll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you.
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Ernie Hayden introduced Attorney General Rob McKenna, a graduate and strong supporter of Sammamish High, who is a member of the Bellevue Rotary Club. Rob is Washington’s 17th Attorney General. As the state’s chief legal officer, he directs 500 attorneys and nearly 700 professional staff, providing legal services to state agencies, boards and commissions.
Preliminaries
Phil Salvatori presented the Rotarian of the Month Award to Jenny Andrews. He thanked and praised Jenny for her outstanding leadership of City of Bellevue, the YMCA and other organizations that prioritize childhood health. 
Bob Holert presented Alyssa Anderson withe the Student of the Month Award. Alyssa was accompanied by her parents, Tim and Shelley, and Sammamish High School administrator Carole Chomik and Counselor Debbie Bernstein.
Today is another busy day for us. In the morning, we were divided into two groups and went on vocational visits. At noon, Kelly and Sayoko visited the Yashio Rotary Club, one of the oldest clubs in District 2770. At 2:30pm, all of us were at the Sohka City mayor’s office. We were surprised by the young age of the mayor. 
May 9th was the busiest and longest day in the entire GSE schedule. We met the governor of Saitama prefecture as well as the mayor of Saitama city. The day included a tour of the prefectural government building, assembly hall, police department, and emergency call center. For lunch, we dropped by at the Urawa Kita Rotary Club. After lunch, we enjoyed a tea break at one of the Rotarian’s home. In the evening, we made a presentation at a joint Rotary meeting where six clubs gathered. Then we were transferred to our new host families. 
It is hard to keep track of what day it is. Today, we “climbed” Mount Tsukuba and visited Asahi Beer factory. The weather is simply beautiful with blue sky and cool breeze. We assembled in the parking lot of the city government building. Assistant Governor Suzuki gave everyone instructions before we split into five groups. 
Ernie Hayden introduced Attorney General Rob McKenna, a graduate and strong supporter of Sammamish High, who is a member of the Bellevue Rotary Club. Rob is Washington’s 17th Attorney General. As the state’s chief legal officer, he directs 500 attorneys and nearly 700 professional staff, providing legal services to state agencies, boards and commissions.
Rob convened the first Statewide Identity Theft Conference and formed working groups to fight this crime. He says he will continue working to pass legislation allowing citizens to freeze access to their credit before they become victims of ID theft. In response to the rising victimization of Latino consumers, AG McKenna convened two Latino Consumer Protection Summits in SeaTac and Yakima to identify new ways to reach this community and improve access to CP tools. Under AG McKenna’s leadership, the Office of the Attorney General was the first state agency to implement a performance management plan that rewards high-performing employees who achieve rigorous goals.
Rob discussed How to Stop Telemarketing Calls. He explained that, consumers who wish to decrease the amount of unsolicited telemarketing calls they receive should register with the Federal Trade Commission's National Do Not Call Registry at www.donotcall.gov or by phone 1-888-382-1222.
