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7 Youth Activities 7.1 Columbian Squires It is often said that the future of our country is our youth. The same comment can be said of our Knights of Columbus Order. The perpetuity of our Order depends on the new members and their creativity. We in New Jersey, as in all jurisdictions, have a great opportunity to promote a program that embodies all of our Catholic values and at the same time instills these values in our youth. That program is the junior order of the Knights of Columbus - The Columbian Squires. The Most Reverend Thomas J. Walsh, Archbishop of Newark had the notion of this junior order and presented it at the annual meeting of the Supreme Council held here in New Jersey, in 1922. The Most Reverend Walsh said, If the Knights of Columbus will take care of the growing boy, then the boy grown into manhood will take care, not only of the Knights of Columbus, but of the Church and the nation as well. His encouragement for youth development has endured time and remains just as relevant today. This is an impressive motivation for we Knights, knowing we can contribute guidance and support to those who will become such a significant part of our country s future. The Columbian Squires program was designed to parallel the Knights of Columbus and its immediate objective of developing each member s leadership abilities. Brother Barnabas McDonald F.S.C., founded the Columbian Squires in 1925 under the authority of the Supreme Council, Knights of Columbus at the 43rd annual meeting of the Supreme Council. Brother Barnabas, a Christian Brother devoted his entire adult life to the welfare of young men. The Columbian Squires is the official youth organization of the Knights of Columbus. Its purpose is to improve the character of its members through participation in a four-point program. These points are Spiritual Circle Service Membership The Squires also provide young men with the opportunity for development of their leadership abilities through the main chair offices and chairmanships available within the organization. Participation in the squires program results in a well-rounded background in preparation for the future. BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-1

Eligibility Requirements All candidates must be Catholic males and must be within 12 to 18 years of age. A minimum of 10 candidates is required to start a Circle. Circles are sponsored and supervised by either a council or an assembly. Sponsorship A Knights of Columbus Council must vote at a regular meeting and approve of the sponsorship of a Circle. The Council must assume direct responsibility for the proper conduct of the Circle, and assure that the Circle adheres to the Rules and Laws of the Order and provide sufficient number of counselors for the proper supervision of the Circle. The Council must file a Notice of Intent to Establish a Columbian Squire Circle, form 457, found in the appendix. Council Advisory Board The Circle advisory board consists of the Grand Knight, Father Prior and Chief Counselor, and acts as auditors over the Circle. Advice is provided through the Chief Counselors assigned to observe committee activities and regular Squire meetings. A knight serving as counselor strives to develop in the Circle s members a sense of service, which is at the heart of true Catholic leadership. Members of the Circle develop leadership skills and attitudes in the operation of their circle and in the planning and implementation of a broad-based program of spiritual and membership activities. The following abridged copy of the Columbian Squires Circle Operations Manual and Executive Leadership Guide prepared from Supreme s manual numbered 498NC is provided for your reference. This information will show you how the Squires Circle program parallels our Knights of Columbus Councils and prepares our young men for service to our church, communities and strengthening our family units. Also, it provides an alternative to our young men to meet challenges of life that seem to be attacking our very core principles. In addition, this very fine organization can build leadership, be a source of future members, and provide a forum for the young to do their thing. A bound and complete copy of Supreme Manual number 498NC should be obtained for a complete presentation and for your council advisor from Supreme Council, New Haven, CT. The Purpose of the Squires The Columbian Squires program was developed to enhance a young man s opportunities in life - a chance to receive the leadership training and moral guidance needed to succeed. With so many different types of organizations for young men in today s world, what makes the Squires different? This is a Catholic organization that builds character and develops leadership. The above paragraph is taken directly from the Columbian Squires Circle Operation Manual and Executive Leadership Guide (498-NC). It gives you the most important reason for starting a Squires Circle in your council. It is a Catholic organization. There 7-2 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

are many other wonderful and worthwhile activities for young men in our schools and local communities. Sports oriented programs that are available to him are countless. They all help to build responsible young adults. However the big difference is that the Squires program builds responsible Catholic adults. Officers of a Squire Circle The following is a brief description of the offices and duties of a Squires Circle. The similarity to our council officers is no coincidence. It is proven that an active Squire Circle in your council is a great training ground for future leaders in the Knights of Columbus. The Chief Squire The Chief Squire is the chief executive officer of the circle. He presides at all meeting, selects members to chair each of the four permanent committees, and is an ex-officio member of each committee. He also appoints the marshal and sentry, as well as an arm captain and pole captain to assist during ceremonials. He is responsible for the conduct of members during meetings and other activities. The chief squire should conduct monthly officer meetings to discuss issues for presentation at circle business meetings. He should be familiar with Robert s Rules of Order and parliamentary procedure. Deputy Chief Squire In the event a Chief Squire is unable to execute his duties, through sickness or otherwise, the Deputy Chief Squire assumes all duties and responsibilities of that office, such as presiding at circle meetings and acting as an ex-officio member of all committees. The Deputy Chief Squire may also be appointed by the Chief Squire to serve as chairman of special committees. Like the Chief Squire, the Deputy Chief Squire should be completely familiar with the rules of parliamentary procedure. As second-in-command, he should keep current with all facets of committee work and with the Chief Squire s long range planning schedule. He is the eyes and ears of the Chief Squire when the Chief Squire is not able to be present. Notary The Notary keeps a record of the proceeding of all circle meeting, and is responsible for keeping the State Circle and Supreme Council Department of Fraternal Services informed of the circle s status. He handles correspondence with circle members, with other circles, with State and Supreme Councils and with other organizations or individuals. The Notary is required to keep an attendance record of all meetings. He also maintains an inventory of all circle equipment and ceremonial paraphernalia. BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-3

BURSAR As the circle s treasurer, the Bursar collects and deposits all initiation fees, annual dues and income from fund-raising projects. After receiving approval by a majority vote of members, he pays by check all bills for expenses incurred by the circle. The bursar also prepares a current record of the circle s finances on a monthly financial report, which he presents during the business meeting. At each regularly scheduled meeting, the bursar accounts for expenses and income, showing evidence of deposit of collected funds. He is also responsible for handling petty cash. As you can see, these offices are in direct parallel to council chair officers. There are a few more positions that are similar but slightly different then that of a council. They are: Father Prior Article VI, Section 1 and 2 of the laws and Rules of the Columbian Squires states that the spiritual guidance of a circle be placed under the direction of a priest, called the Father Prior, who is appointed according to the rules established by the ordinary of the diocese in which the circle is located. In some cases, he is appointed by the Chancery Office; in others, by the council chaplain. Or he may be asked to take office by the Grand Knight or the Pastor. The Father Prior is the only counselor who is also a circle officer and able to vote. A Father Prior Serves as chaplain of the circle and, if possible, oversees all of its religious activities Serves as the circle s spiritual activities committee counselor Acts as the circle s spiritual advisor Counsels and advises the Squires in personal and religious matters Coordinates spiritual activities with the priests of the other parishes if the need arises and the spiritual committee requests assistance. If a priest is unable to serve as Father Prior on a full-time basis because of pastoral duties, the circle should seek a counselor to oversee activity planning and execution in his absence. Although a lay counselor is unable to say Mass or administer the sacraments, he could still supervise the work associated with most activities. 7-4 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

Chief Squire Appointments There are various appointments that the Chief Squire makes. They are Marshal Sentry Arm Captain Pole Captain. They all have duties primarily involved with the conduct of investitures (squires degrees). In smaller circles, the Chief Squire may appoint different squires to serve temporarily in these capacities, rather than making a permanent officer appointment. A chief squire may then rotate these positions so that everyone in the circle has the opportunity to participate in these offices. Committees There are four standing (permanent) committees: Spiritual Service Circle Membership. The Chief Squire appoints chairmen. Each chairman selects squires as committee members with the approval of the Chief Squire. Circle Counselors The grand knight of a sponsoring council will appoint a Chief Counselor. He will work with the circle officers, at first making sure they understand their duties, and then teaching them how to fulfill them. He then stands back and allows them to learn by doing. The Chief Counselor will work with a group of counselors (one for each standing committee) to help teach and guide the squire officers and chairmen to carry out their responsibilities in an organized and efficient manner. The ultimate success or failure of the circle is not the responsibility of the counselors, but of the Chief Squire, his officers, committee chairmen and circle members. This has been a short introduction to the workings of a Squires circle. This information has been taken from the COLUMBIAN SQUIRES CIRCLE OPERATIONS MANUAL AND EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP GUIDE (498-NC). If you are interested in starting a new or reactivating a dormant circle in you council area, please order this manual from Supreme. Also, please contact the NJ State Squires Chairman listed in the state directory, he will be happy to answer any questions you may have concerning the program. BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-5

Columbian Squires Program State Chairman Peter Briody 144 Bergen Ave. North Arlington N.J. 07031 201-991-8890 7-6 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

7.2 Free Throw Contest The Knights of Columbus Free Throw Contest is open to all boys and girls ages 10 to 14 as of January 1st of the year of competition. Each council will award a winner to each boy and girl in each age category. The winners of the council tournament will advance to the District Tournament. The District winners advance to the Regional (Diocesan) Tournament. The Regional winners advance to the State finals, where the state champions in each group will be crowned. The Grand Knight along with his General Program Director and Youth Chairman should select a Council Free Throw Contest chairman early in the Columbian Year. The Free Throw chairman will make arrangements (date, time, location, don't forget a snow date) for the Council Free Throw Contest. Council tournaments should be held in January. The Free Throw chairman should order the Free Throw Contest kit from Supreme Council in September using the order form in the Council Report Forms Booklet (#1436), or the electronic form on the Supreme Website (www.kofc.org) Free Throw Kit (#FT-KIT). Councils need to advertise their contest in their local church bulletins, schools, newspapers and to area basketball teams. This should include the date, time, and location, also the age groups and prizes. All councils must report their council winners to their District Deputy by January 30. District Deputies will schedule the District level competitions for early February. District Deputies will advise their councils well in advance of the district competition to allow the councils to plan accordingly. The District Deputies must advise the Regional Coordinators of their District winners. There is one Regional Coordinator for each diocese within the state. The Regional Coordinators will hold the Regional Free Throw contests no later than late February, allowing enough time for the regional winners to be reported to the State Chairman. Information concerning the names of the Regional Free Throw Contest Chairmen and the dates and locations of the regional contests will be mailed to the Grand Knights. Grand Knights and or Council Free Throw chairmen should accompany their winners to the higher-level competitions. BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-7

Free Throw Highlights 1. Select your Free Throw Chairman 2. Select your date and location (Include a snow date) 3. Contact your local schools, Scouting groups and churches to promote it Free Throw Timeline Council Free Throw: January 2008 District Free Throw: Early February 2008 Regional Free Throw: Late February 2008 State Free Throw: State Chairman: Jim Poltrictzky 35 Ridge Road Sayerville N.J. 08872 732-254-8896 poltrijp@aol.com 7-8 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

Council Free Throw Checklist The following is a checklist for the Grand Knight and Council Free Throw Chairman when organizing and running the Council Free Throw Championship. Jul-Aug Sept-Oct Sept-Oct Dec-Jan Appoint a Free Throw Chairman Order Free Throw supplies from Supreme Secure Court Council Free Throw to be held in January Don't forget a Snow Date! Notify Children of Council Free Throw Championship Stager registration times, if needed (don't have contestant waiting hours to participate) Letter to schools with Council Free Throw information Letter to local basketball leagues Publish in church bulletins Publish in community newsletters Publish in local newspapers Dec Order Championship Trophies (do not give cash awards, it can jeopardize their amateur status) Before Free Throw Championship Organize Scorers and Rebounders One Scorer and Two Rebounders per basket Organize Registrations Have one or two registors Arrange for Basketballs Pick up Trophies Pre-registration Nice but not required, having a separate registration causes additional time and efforts on the council Day of Championship Pick up Basketballs Men's Basketball BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-9

Female/Youth Basketball Mark 12 ft Foul Line Setup Registration table Have one or two Knights register contestants. Verify age of contestant Setup Scorer's Table can be Card Table or Desk If scorer's table not used, have Clip Boards YOUTH ACTIVITIES outside foul circle with clear view of basket and foul line Setup contestants chairs (if used) Outside foul circle Setup chairs for Parents and Contestants not in age group competing. Do set chairs/bleachers behind the baskets being used. Review Rules and Regulations with Scorers and Rebounders Remind Rebounders to stay outside Free Throw Lane 10 & 11 year olds shoot from 12 foot foul line and use the female/youth basketball Shooter can not cross foul line till ball reaches basket or basket does not count. Contestants Register contestants Verify Birth Certificate (This is a must) Verify Age Group Create Participation Certifications for each Before Championship Begins Welcome contestants Review the Rules Contestant get 3 practice, 15 free throws Wish all good luck Contest Call Contestant Review 3 Practice/15 Free Throws Record Free Throws 7-10 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

Do not let parents, children, others sit or stand behind basket Contest Complete Present Participation Certificates Identify Champions Present Trophies Notify Contestants of District Free Throw Give letter with location, time, date and directions After Contest Send Score sheets to District Deputy Announce the Council Champions via Press Release and Church Bulletins 2006 If you were born between On or between Age Too Old on or before Jan 1, 1991 15 Jan 2, 1991 to Jan 1, 1992 14 Jan 2, 1992 to Jan 1, 1993 13 Jan 2, 1993 to Jan 1, 1994 12 Jan 2, 1994 to Jan 1, 1995 11 Jan 2, 1994 to Jan 1, 1996 10 Too Young Jan 2, 1996 or after 9 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-11

7.3 Spelling Bee Program The Spelling Bee once again will be a major activity in the Youth category. You will receive schedules, dates and all the pertinent information in plenty of time to make the necessary arrangement from the Spelling Bee Chairman. The New Jersey Knights of Columbus Spelling Bee is held at the Eighth Grade level and only certified eighth grade students will be accepted. To locate schools in any county, contact the County Superintendent of Schools for a copy of the School Directory, available to organizations upon request. A letter or call to the Diocesan Director of Schools also will bring the same information on Catholic Schools, with the name of the Mother Superior or Principal. We would like to have all schools, Catholic, private and public, in a given area to have the opportunity of being represented. The Diocesan Chairman should coordinate the councils in his diocese to make sure that the same school is not invited to attend more than one Council Spelling Bee, or may be omitted completely. If you do not have suitable facilities for a contest of this sort, the schools usually have auditoriums or rooms that are available in most cases for a non-profit type program such as this. A word list may be obtained from local schoolteachers or sisters. Participants in the State Championship Spelling Bee will be selected in the following manner: Each council sponsoring a spelling bee will send its student winner to compete in a county bee, to be arranged by the county coordinator. The winner and three runners-up of each county bee will then be eligible to represent that county in the State Finals. Council bees should be completed by January 31, 2007. Grand Knights or Council Spelling Bee Chairmen should notify the County Chairman of their intention to hold a spelling bee and date. The County Chairman will contact all councils within his diocese and advise the councils of the details of the County bee. Council student winners will participate in a County bee in the diocese in which the council is located, regardless of the location of the student s home or school. County bees should be completed by February 28, 2006. The State Championship Spelling Bee TBD 7-12 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

SUGGESTIONS FOR ARRANGING A SPELLING BEE CONTEST A contest should have only two officials or judges; one to give the word and define it, the other to judge this procedure and proper spelling. Many councils have members who belong to school boards or Boards of Education who may act in this capacity on an exchange basis with other councils. School principals, teachers, priests, rabbis or clergy persons of other faiths are also very good judges. Judges should be contacted well in advance so that they may acquaint themselves with the rules and word lists. Five to six weeks is suggested. Where council jurisdiction may overlap school districts, determination of representation shall be determined by mutual agreement of the Grand Knights. Councils should begin to plan in September / October for this event. Councils should hold the council spelling bee contest in January Councils are encouraged to provide small cash prizes, plaques, or certificates to all winners and certificates to all participants. Council winners will then compete in a County level Spelling Bee Contest in February. The Grand Knight or council Spelling Bee Chairman should forward their winner s names and contact information along with number of schools and students participating to the county coordinator for planning and establishing the county level contest. The grand prizewinners and three runners up of each of the county contests will compete in the State Championship Spelling Bee Contest TBD At the conclusion of the state contest, the Spelling Bee Chairman will forward to the State Youth Activities Director the number of schools and the number of students participating as well as the names of the local, county and state winners. BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-13

RULES FOR CONDUCTING A SPELLING BEE The following rules will be used to conduct the Spelling Bee contest. All of the following rules must be read to the contestants before the start of the competition. Eligibility Only certified eighth grade students are eligible. No exceptions can be made, as this will be on a statewide competition level. Registration All students must register before the start of the competition and provide name, address and school. Seating Position At the time of registration, each student will draw a number at random for his/her seating arrangement. This procedure speeds up the registration by eliminating the possibility of a student holding back for a better seating assignment and to avoid being among the first of the spellers. Student To Stand, Give Name And School At the beginning of the competition, each student will stand and introduce himself/herself by speaking loudly and distinctly giving his name and school. This introduces each participant to the guests and judges and helps to ease tension and from being misunderstood during the contest. Pronouncer Gives Word If there are any questions, they must be clarified immediately. The student may ask if the word is singular or plural, the tense of the word, the definition of the word, and if needed, that the word be used in a sentence. An up-to-date dictionary should be available and the publisher of the dictionary being used should be announced prior to the start of the contest. Once Attempted, The Word Must be Completed Each speller is to be allowed sufficient time to think before attempting to spell the word. The judge should caution the students not to be hasty at the beginning. 7-14 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

RULES FOR CONDUCTING A SPELLING BEE, CONTD. Two Minute Time Limit As mentioned in the Once Attempted, The Word Must be Completed Rule, sufficient time is to be given. The two-minute time period is to be started after the judge has given the proper clarification. At this time, a practice round should be given and any mistakes in form, procedure of spelling noted, but not charged against the student. An additional judge, who may be chosen from the hosting council members, should act as the twominute timekeeper. If Correct, The Student Is To Be Seated If Incorrect, The Student Must Leave The Stage Or Area And Be Seated. The judges Will Advise The Student of The Reason For Disqualification It is suggested that parents or friends save a seat for the participants, if and when they are eliminated. Misspelled Words Are Not To Be Repeated A word that is misspelled by one student is not to be given to the next student. This misspelled word either may mislead or clue the next student as to its proper spelling. Thus, a new word is to be given. A Rest Period Is To Be Declared At The Judges Discretion This is optional, not desirable, as both students and audience become tense and nervous after a time. No more than 45 minutes to an hour should elapse before the judges declare a rest period. A five-minute warning should be given to alert students to return to the stage. Finalists Are The Last Three (3) Students To Remain When all but three (3) students are eliminated, an additional five-minute break should be declared (contestants to remain in their places). At this time, all extra chairs may be removed and finalists seated together facing the judges. 1st, 2nd and 3rd Place To Be Determined In The Following Manner Each student, as before, is to be a given a different word as before, but if one student misspells his or her word, they will remain in place until the round has been completed. If the other two students are correct, the one misspelling the word will be declared the Third Place Winner. If however, two students misspell their words in a given round, the one who correctly spells his or her word will be declared the First Place Winner. THE TWO REMAINING STUDENTS MUST CONTINUE AS BEFORE TO DETERMINE THE SECOND AND THIRD PLACE WINNERS. BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-15

RULES FOR CONDUCTING A SPELLING BEE, CONTD. All Judges Decisions Are Final Note: Where council jurisdictions may overlap school districts, determination of representation shall be determined by mutual agreement of the Grand Knights. State Chairman: Thomas Moriarity, FDD 538 Third Street Carlstadt, NJ 07072 201-935-1561 Tommymoe1241@hotmail.com 7-16 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

7.4 Bishop Dougherty Scholarship The Bishop Dougherty Scholarship Fund provides up to four (4) $ 1000.00 scholarships for children, siblings or grandchildren of our fraternal brothers. The applicants must be entering their freshman year in college. Applicants should obtain a copy of the application from the Grand Knight Completed application should be returned to the Grand Knight of the sponsoring council by March 1, 2008. The Grand Knight will forward the completed application to the State Chairman no later than April 1, 2008. Councils are strongly encouraged to make contributions to the Scholarship Fund at any time during the year. Contributions should be forwarded to the State Chairman with the completed funds transmittal form. Pledges to the Bishop Scholarship Fund It has only been with the support of the councils such as yours that the scholarship fund has been able to make these awards to the outstanding students. We ask for your support by donating the following amounts. BENEFACTOR SPONSOR PATRON $500.00 $250.00 $175.00 Plaques will be awarded to benefactors, sponsors, and patrons at the State Convention in May. All councils donating to the fund will receive a beautiful certificate. If you have any questions, contact: State Chairman: Michael Hess, FDD 5427 (Sallie) 423 Coolidge Avenue Washington Township. NJ 07656 201-666-0560 hess5427@aol.com BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-17

Bishop John J. Dougherty Scholarship Fund Pledge Transmittal Form Council # is proud to participate in the Bishop John J. Dougherty Scholarship Fund by contributing as a: Benefactor $500.00 or more Sponsor $250.00 Patron $175.00 Other $ Enclosed please find a check for our contribution., Grand Knight Please make all checks payable to K of C Bishop Dougherty Scholarship and send to: Michael Hess, FDD 423 Coolidge Avenue Washington Township, NJ 07676 7-18 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

BISHOP DOUGHERTY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Applicant: Must be a resident of New Jersey and complete the applicable sections having his/her guidance counselor or other school official complete Section II and forward the application to the sponsor s council by March 1 st. ( Failure to submit a transcript will result in the applicant being eliminated.) The applicant need not attend a Catholic high school or plan to attend a Catholic college or university. School Official: Please report grade point average on a scale of from 1.0 to 4.0 and indicate whether it is on a weighted or unweighted basis. If any of the categories are not applicable, please so indicate. Sponsor: Must be a member of the New Jersey Knights of Columbus and the father, brother or grandfather of the applicant. Grand Knight: Sign the application indicating your approval of the applicant and that the sponsor is a member in good standing. All applications are to be forwarded by the Grand Knight and received by April 1 st. Send completed applications and supporting documentation to: Michael Hess, FDD 423 Coolidge Avenue Township of Washington, NJ 07676 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-19

Rev. 5/04 BISHOP JOHN J. DOUGHERTY MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION Section I Applicant: Address: Telephone: ( ) S.S. D.O.B. Section II High School: Address: SAT Score: Math: Verbal GPA: weighted GPA: unweighted National Merit Scholarship Finalist National Merit Scholarship Semi-finalist National Merit Scholarship Commended Student National Honor Society If the applicant is a member of a National Language Honor Society, please indicate which one/s Bloustein Scholar Garden State Scholar Arts Honor Society Science League Mathematics League Date: Signature of school Official Note: Copy of school transcript must accompany the application Section III Name of college: Address: Tuition and fees: Date: Signature of applicant: Important: Application must be submitted to the Grand Knight no later than March 1 st. Sponsor: Relationship : Council# Membership#: Signature of Grand Knight Date: (Please reproduce this form for additional applicants) Rev. 05/04 7-20 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

7.5 Eagle Scout Award Program The New Jersey State Council wishes to recognize the accomplishment of every Boy Scout who earns the rank of Eagle Scout. Eagle Scout is the highest rank that a Boy Scout may attain. This recognition is accomplished through the local council. The program is simple to administer, easy to participate in and gives exposure to the Council in its community. There are two certificates provided to the requesting local Knights of Columbus council, both 8 ½ by 11, suitable for framing. The first is the State Deputy s Proclamation, signed by the New Jersey State Deputy. The second is the Supreme Council Award, signed by the Supreme Knight and the Supreme Secretary with room for the signature of the requesting Grand Knight. The awards should be requested in writing or by email. Telephone requests will be honored in emergencies. Please provide the Eagle Scout s name, (first, last and middle initial), troop number, town where the troop is sponsored and the address where the certificates are to be sent. Send requests to State Chairman at the address below. The committee will provide the certificates with only the Grand Knight s signature needed on the Supreme Council award. Presentation The Grand Knight, or his representative, should attend the Boy Scout Court of Honor ceremonies to make the presentation. If this is not possible then time should be set-aside during a council meeting for the presentation. Photographs should be taken and a press release submitted to the local newspapers and our New Jersey State Council newsletter, The Cavalcade. We believe this program to be one of the best public relations tools that the New Jersey Knights of Columbus has. State Chairman: George Lordi, FDD 107 Albert Drive Parlin N.J. 08859 gdlkoc@hotmail.com BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-21

7.6 Girl Scout Gold Award Program The New Jersey State Council wishes to recognize the accomplishment of every Girl Scout who attains the Gold Award. The Gold Award is the highest award that a Girl Scout may attain in recognition of her efforts to improve herself and aid society at large. This recognition is accomplished through the local council. The program is simple to administer, easy to participate in and gives exposure to the Council in its community. This award is a certificate provided to the requesting local Knights of Columbus council, 8 ½ by 11, suitable for framing. It is signed by the New Jersey State Deputy and the requesting Grand Knight. The award should be requested in writing or by email. Telephone requests will be honored in emergencies. Please provide the Gold Award winner s name, (first, last and middle initial), troop number, town where the troop is sponsored and the address where the certificate is to be sent. Send requests to State Chairman at the address below. The committee will provide the certificate with only the Grand Knight s signature needed on it prior to presentation. Presentation The Grand Knight, or his representative, should attend the Gold Award ceremony to make the presentation. If this is not possible then time should be set-aside during a council meeting for the presentation. Photographs should be taken and a press release submitted to the local newspapers and our New Jersey State Council newsletter, The Cavalcade. We believe this program to be one of the best public relations tools that the New Jersey Knights of Columbus has. State Chairman: George Lordi, FDD 107 Albert Drive Parlin NJ 08859 gdlkoc@hotmail.com 7-22 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

7.7 School Essay Program The New Jersey Council Knights of Columbus Essay Contest is open to all New Jersey students presently enrolled in New Jersey schools, grades 7 through 12. Essay topic: What it means to be patriotic. Essays must be typed double-spaced, or written legibly in ink. Essays should be limited to 500 words or less. Students may be assisted in research, but are honor-bound to write their own essays. Essays should be submitted to sponsoring Knights of Columbus councils no later than October 30. Each council will then select the best essays from each grade level and forward the essays and the names of the council winners to the State Chairman. All essays sent to the State Chairman should be post-marked no later than December 1. All essays should be accompanied by a cover letter indicating the Grand Knight s name, telephone and council numbers. The state winner for each age group will be selected from the council winners. State winners will be selected by mid December for each age group. Councils are urged to present their essay contest winners with an award, certificate of merit, or some other suitable gift for presentation at a council or school function. It is suggested that each participant also be given a certificate of participation. The state essay contest winners in each grade level will receive an award of a $200.00 Savings Bond and a certificate of recognition. State Chairman: Bill Roberts FDD 96 Arch Street Butler N.J. 07405 brobertsfdd@optonline.net BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-23

7.8 Drug Awareness / Mental Health Program At the start of his term, each Grand Knight should appoint a Drug Awareness / Mental Health Program Chairman for the council. It will be his responsibility to determine what human resources are available to the council members who are experts in this field, or are affiliated with law enforcement or education. Your programs should be ones of education, making information available to as many groups and individuals as possible. Many programs and organizations such as DARE, the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence and the National Crime Prevention Council can provide information that can be of valuable assistance to your programs. Your council is also encouraged to participate in the Knights of Columbus Substance Abuse Awareness Poster Contest. START PLANNING YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THIS EVENT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! Get your school principals involved; ask them at the beginning of the school year if you can somehow involve this program in their curriculum. BUT START PLANNING EARLY! The contest s goal is to encourage the creation of thought-provoking slogans and visuals by young people for their peers to promote awareness of the dangers of substance abuse. You can review the details of this contest in your Surge with Service manual. Posters must be turned in to the state chairman by March 1 st, no later. Grand Knights and District Deputies will also receive details in the state mailings, and reminder timelines for all youth activities will be published in the Cavalcade Also, for those councils with a Squires Circle, please get our young men involved. For ideas on this, contact the chairman below, or the Columbian Squires Chairman. Each council is encouraged to file reports with the state chairman detailing the programs run by each council. It is by sharing information about successful programs that we might guarantee the future success of all such programs in the future. State Chairman: Andrew Savicky, Ph.D, FDD 312 Princeton Road Glassboro, New Jersey 08028 (856) 863-8424 psychservltd@aol.com 7-24 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

7.9 Child ID Kits During the fraternal year 2003-2004, the New Jersey State Council introduced the Child ID Kit program. Pursuant to this program, a Council, Assembly, Federation, Chapter, or Insurance Agency may order, at no charge, Child ID Kits from National Child ID Kits in Franklin Square, New York. An order form is contained in this section of the Grand Knight s Manual, along with a sample logo, which may be placed on the front of the kits. The advertisers whose ads will appear on the back of the kits pay all costs. These kits provide vital information on a child that can be given to police, prosecutors, FBI, Sheriff s Offices and other law enforcement personnel in the event a child is kidnapped or is missing. The New Jersey State Council encourages all Councils to participate in this program. State Contact: Raymond J. Lillie, FDD 184 West Hanover Avenue Morristown, NJ 07960 (973) 292-3642 rlillie@carellabyrne.com BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-25

. Free Registration Child I.D. Kits for Your Group Agreement and Authorization for National Child I.D. Kits to solicit sponsors Enroll our organization to receive a minimum of 1,000 to 10,000 National I.D. Kits as a no-cost program, sponsored by local advertisers obtained by National Child I.D. Kits representatives. National Child I.D. Kits shall solicit necessary advertising sponsors which shall appear in print on this order if I.D. Kits and posters as its payment for said materials. Undersigned agrees to distribute said Child I.D. Kits at no cost to public upon receipt. This order is not subject to change or cancellation once accepted by National Child I.D. Kits, wholly owned subsidiary of Student Lifeline, Inc. Name of Organization Street City State Zip ( ) ( ) A/C Telephone A/C Fax Number 1000 5000 10,000/ other Approximate Number of Kits Required (No cost) Date X Name of Individual Ordering Signature Administrator & Title (Please Print) X Signature for Approval to Solicit Sponsors Print This Information on Front Cover of I.D. Kits Name of organization Other Information Please include enclosed photo/logo on front cover-mail Please send free Child Safety Posters with Kits Include free Sirchi Fingerprint Ink Kit (removable ink) pad or Non Stain Ink Strips (for home use) National Child I.D. Kits, wholly owned subsidiary of Student Lifeline, Inc. P.O. Box 97, 922 Hempstead Tpke; Franklin Square, NY 11010 1-800-543-3829 Studentlifeline.com or FAX to: 516-327-0805 7-26 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS

7.10 Special Olympics YOUTH ACTIVITIES The New Jersey State Council has for the past many years undertaken the sponsorship of the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics. This honor is shared by the Wakefern Food Distributors (Shop Rite), the line organization of the Police (PBA, FOP, PAPD PBA), and the State Police STFA. The Law Enforcement Torch Run is coordinated by Police Agencies throughout the state and include Federal Officers (FBI, DEA, ATF, CUSTOMS, and INS), State Officers (Troopers, Marine Police, Parole, and Correction Officers), County Officers (Sheriffs Officers, Probation Officers, Prosecutors, and Detectives) and the majority of the runners consisting of Police Officers from almost every jurisdiction in New Jersey. The Knights of Columbus make a substantial donation to the Torch Run through the monies obtained during the Retarded Citizens Drive and other fund raising activities. The Knights of Columbus are particularly recognized for their efforts and charitable works at the opening ceremonies of the games, by their presence at the March of Athletes. The combined Color Corps of the First and Second New Jersey Districts of the Fourth Degree follow the Honor Guard of Police and review the athletes as they take their position on the field. The Knights also participate in the games by preparing and serving almost 10,000 meals to athletes and volunteers over a two-day period. Other Knights serve as coaches, referees and chaperones during the games. For more information regarding the role of the Knights of Columbus in the Special Olympics Program, please contact one of the following: State Representative: Joseph P. Reilly, PGK, 747 (Irene) 44 Lake Just-It Road Great Meadows, NJ 07838 (908) 637-6344 Co-Chairman Or: Stephan Matuszek, FDD 1 Hickory Road Great Meadows, NJ 07838 908-637-6047 New Jersey Special Olympics 201 Rockingham Row Princeton, NJ 08540 BROTHERS IN FAITH SHALL DO GREAT DEEDS 7-27