In May, Kirkland Rotarians will devote program time to learning about several efforts in the community to keep adults and young people on track for success. An exceptional and unusual combination of speakers will address an array of community support structures about which community members do not often hear discussed. On May 3, Judge John Olson will describe the new community court operation launched by the city of Kirkland's municipal court. On May 10, the Lake Washington School District's assistant superintendent, Matt Gillingham, will explain how the community truancy boards work to keep students in school. And on May 17, Youth Eastside Services' Kristie Neklason, director of school-based behavioral health, will discuss the agency's programs offered in partnership with the school district and the city. Finally, the May 24 meeting will be devoted to honoring the recipients of this year's Rotary scholarships.May's Program Focus: Youth & Adult Community Support Systems
In May, Kirkland Rotarians will devote program time to learning about several efforts in the community to keep adults and young people on track for success. An exceptional and unusual combination of speakers will address an array of community support structures about which community members do not often hear discussed. On May 3, Judge John Olson will describe the new community court operation launched by the city of Kirkland's municipal court. On May 10, the Lake Washington School District's assistant superintendent, Matt Gillingham, will explain how the community truancy boards work to keep students in school. And on May 17, Youth Eastside Services' Kristie Neklason, director of school-based behavioral health, will discuss the agency's programs offered in partnership with the school district and the city. Finally, the May 24 meeting will be devoted to honoring the recipients of this year's Rotary scholarships.