South Hall Rotary

Service Above Self in action! 💙💛

Today was a wonderful reminder of what Rotary is all about—serving our community wherever there is a need.

Our first stop was Flowery Branch Elementary School, where we had the opportunity to see the beautifully transformed teachers’ lounge. We hope this refreshed space provides our hardworking educators with a place to relax and recharge. They deserve it!

Our second stop was to personally thank Furniture Gallery for providing an amazing price on a sofa and loveseat to help make this project possible. Community partnerships like this make a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful for their generosity and support.

We wrapped up the day with another rewarding service project at My Sister’s Place, where four hard-working and dedicated Rotarians, along with two Rotary supporters, rolled up their sleeves and got to work making a difference.

Days like today remind us that service isn’t just something we do—it’s who we are. Thank you to everyone who helped make these projects possible. Together, we’re creating lasting impact in our community.

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July 29th, the South Hall Rotary Club had the pleasure of welcoming Executive Director Nairika Cornett from the Quinlan Visual Arts Center.

Nairika shared the inspiring work the Quinlan Visual Arts Center is doing to enrich our community through art, education, and creative expression. We enjoyed learning about the Center’s programs, its impact on artists of all ages, and the important role it plays in making the arts accessible throughout our region.

Thank you, Nairika, for sharing your passion and vision with our club. We appreciate all that you and the Quinlan Visual Arts Center do to make our community a more vibrant and creative place!

South Hall Rotary was honored to recognize the incredible teachers in our community during the Flowery Branch Back-to-School Block Party!

It was truly heartwarming to watch students of all ages nominate the teachers who have inspired, encouraged, and impacted their lives. We received 62 nominations for our five Teacher Appreciation prize drawings, and every entry was a wonderful reminder of the difference our educators make each and every day.

To all of our teachers—thank you for your dedication, compassion, and the lasting impact you have on our children and our community. You are appreciated more than words can express!

A special thank you to our generous prize sponsors: Clayed in the USA, Rusted Daisy Salon & Boutique, The Porch, and our own South Hall Rotary. Your support helped make this celebration of our educators possible.

Together, we’re creating lasting impact—one teacher, one student, and one community at a time.

The lucky winners are:
Prize 1 - Jason Starr - Cooper Elementary
Prize 2 - Ellie Shad - Hall County Schools
Prize 3 - Heather Beck - Chestnut Mtn
Prize 4 - Lanell Clark - West Hall
Prize 5 - Blankenship - WLA Elementary

🎉 Calling all teachers! 🍎

If you’re attending the Flowery Branch Back-to-School Block Party tonight, be sure to stop by the South Hall Rotary Teacher Appreciation Booth between 6:30 and 9:30 p.m.!

We’d love the opportunity to say thank you for everything you do for our students and community. We have a special token of appreciation waiting just for you (while supplies last). You can also nominate yourself or your favorite teacher for one of five raffle prizes. You do not have to be present to win!

We can’t wait to see you tonight! ❤️🍎📚

The power of Rotary is found in service, collaboration, and creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

Tonight marked the first session of our year-long Art Enrichment Program, a partnership between South Hall Rotary and Hall County Rotary at My Sister’s Place, and what an incredible start it was! The evening was filled with creativity, encouragement, and smiles, making our first session a smashing success.

A special thank you to Phil Dennis, whose art instruction experience and passion helped make tonight’s program engaging and inspiring for everyone involved. His guidance set the perfect tone for what promises to be an amazing year.

We are excited to watch this program grow, encourage creativity, build confidence, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. This is Rotary in action—working together to create lasting impact, one brushstroke at a time.

Today, the South Hall Rotary Club welcomed Marla Lear, the new principal of West Hall High School, who shared her vision for preparing every student for success in college, careers, and life.

Principal Lear highlighted the many opportunities available to West Hall students, including Advanced Placement (AP), International Baccalaureate (IB), Honors Mentorship, and an impressive array of Career Technical Education (CTE) pathways. Students can gain industry-level skills in broadcast production, construction, graphic design, healthcare, manufacturing, and marketing while working alongside experienced professionals and local business partners.

She also discussed “The Spartan Way,” a new framework that promotes respect, responsibility, and high expectations for the entire school community. Principal Lear emphasized the importance of supporting students academically, emotionally, and personally, while sharing updates on new state legislation regarding student mental health and future cell phone policies.

Her vision is clear: prepare students for the future, strengthen community partnerships, and achieve a 100% graduation rate.

In club business, members also received an update from Mary Campo on our International Service Project supporting the purchase of malaria nets for women and children in Gambaga. We are now just $1,350 away from reaching our fundraising goal. Every contribution brings us one step closer to protecting families from malaria and making a lasting impact.

Thank you, Principal Lear, for sharing the exciting future of West Hall High School, and thank you to our Rotary members for your continued commitment to serving our local and global communities.

We also wrapped up our Diaper & Wipes Drive this week and delivered the collected donations to Family Promise of Hall County. Thank you to everyone who generously contributed to this effort. Your donations will help provide essential supplies and support to local families experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity. Together, we’re making a meaningful difference in our community!

🧷 LESS THAN ONE WEEK LEFT to make a difference! 💙

The Rotary Club of South Hall is collecting diapers and baby wipes to support local families in need. Every package donated helps provide comfort, dignity, and relief to parents and caregivers in our community.

📅 Collection ends in ONE WEEK!
If you’ve been meaning to donate, now is the perfect time. Together, we can create a lasting impact—one diaper at a time.

Thank you for your generosity and for helping us serve our neighbors! 💛

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🧷 Just ONE WEEK LEFT to make a difference! 💙

The Rotary Club of South Hall is collecting diapers and baby wipes to support local families in need. Every package donated helps provide comfort, dignity, and relief to parents and caregivers in our community.

📅 Collection ends in ONE WEEK!
If you’ve been meaning to donate, now is the perfect time. Together, we can create a lasting impact—one diaper at a time.

Thank you for your generosity and for helping us serve our neighbors! 💛

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Today at South Hall Rotary, we had the pleasure of hearing from our own Rotarian, Mary Campo, as she shared her inspiring journey and experiences with The Gift of Life. Mary spoke about her background in fundraising, offered practical tips on serving others more effectively, and reminded us of the importance of stewardship and using our unique gifts to make a difference. She also highlighted insights from the book Look at Your Strengths and provided an update on our mosquito net initiative. Thank you, Mary, for encouraging us to lead with purpose, serve with compassion, and continue creating a lasting impact in our community! Thank you for those who have donated diapers and wipes, we really appreciate you!

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