Posted on May 13, 2026

It was truly a banner day for Schaumburg AM Rotary as we welcomed an impressive number of guests at today’s meeting — so many that we even expanded our meeting room at Dave & Buster’s to make space for everyone, including three prospective members eager to learn more about who we are and what we do.

We kicked off the morning with a special moment: Assistant Governor Paul Keenon inducted our newest member, Sue Beninati, who was sponsored by club member Dan Origer

Welcome, Sue — we’re thrilled to have you join our Rotary family.

 

 

Club members Jim McKenzie and Dan Origer shared updates on recent Project Toolkit presentations at Schaumburg and Conant High Schools, and the D211 BuilderEdu House in Schaumburg's Summit Grove subdivision. Their work continues to make a meaningful impact on students exploring skilled trades career pathways and hands-on learning.
 

Spotlight on Youth Service: Frost Jr. High Interact

Today’s program featured an inspiring group of student leaders from the Frost Jr. High Interact Club, accompanied by their faculty advisor Diana Duran, Principal CJ Schmid, and Assistant Principal Patricia Holmes.

These 7th-grade Interactors impressed us with a thoughtful presentation highlighting their fundraising efforts, service projects, and the positive impact they’ve made throughout the 2025–2026 school year. Their enthusiasm, teamwork, and commitment to service were on full display.

We hope these young leaders carry their energy and passion back to Frost Interact for the 2026–2027 school year — the future of community service is bright with students like these.

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