Caucus Questions - Key Club

Why, where, and under what circumstances was the first Key Club begun?

A Kiwanis Club in Sacramento, California wanted to provide vocational guidance to high school students in May 1925.

 What is the Key Club motto?

“Caring...our way of life.”

Recite the Key Club Pledge?

“I pledge, on my honor, to uphold the objects of Key Club International, to build my home, school, and community, to serve my nation and world, and to combat all forces which tend to undermine these institutions.”

What are the colors of Key Club International, and what do they symbolize?

Blue—unwavering character, Gold—service, and White—purity

When is Key Club Week?

It is the first full week of November.

How does one start a new club?

Obtain a charter kit, find a sponsoring Kiwanis club, gain school administration approval, and a faculty advisor, solicit members, and send in paperwork to KCI.

How many divisions are there in New Jersey?

There are 21 divisions in New Jersey.

Who is the District Administrator? 

Cristina Trecate

What organizations make up the K-Family?

Kiwanis, Circle-K, Key Club, Builder’s Club, K-Kids, and Aktion Club.

How is the Key Club leadership structured?

International President, International Vice-President, International Trustee, District Governor, District Secretary, District Treasurer, District Editor, Lieutenant Governor, District Webmaster, Club President, Club Vice-President, Club Secretary, Club Treasurer, Club Editor, Club Webmaster and General Member.

What is Fall Rally?

The largest gathering of Key Clubbers in New Jersey at Six Flags Great Adventure.

Which individuals currently sit on the New Jersey District Executive Board and in what capacity?

*Jose Suarez-Gonzalez- District Governor, Sophia Merlino- District Secretary, Laine Elliott- District Treasurer, Sia Bansal– District Editor, & Marc Werner - District Webmaster*

What is the official publication of the New Jersey District called?

The Jersey Key

What is the 2024-25 New Jersey District Project?

Mental Health Awareness

Where is the 2025 International Convention?

Orlando, Florida

What is our Major Emphasis Focus?

“Children: Their Future, Our Focus.”

What is advocacy?

Speaking on behalf of those who cannot speak for themselves

What is the 2025 New Jersey District Education Conference theme? 

The theme is Service by the Shore.

What is the deadline for dues, and how many paid members must a club have?

December 1; 12 members.

Who are the current District Governors of the New Jersey Districts of Kiwanis and Circle-K?

Kiwanis– Mr. Martin Slezak and Circle K– Sanya Majmudar

What are the 4 core values of Key Club?

Leadership, Inclusiveness, Caring, and Character Building.

What are the two Preferred Charities of Key Club International?

UNICEF and Thirst Project