(Courtesy Grand Lodge of California)

School Partnership Spells Success

On March 23, S.W. Hackett Lodge No. 574 sponsored its 10th annual spelling bee at Sequoia Elementary School in San Diego.

Fourth, fifth, and sixth grade students participated in the competition, which was overseen by Sequoia Elementary Principal Ryan Kissel. Sequoia teachers presented words to be spelled, and a full house of family and friends cheered on the children. At the end of the competition, lodge members awarded cash prizes to the first, second, and third place finishers in each class; first place winners also received trophies.

Master Dennis Stahr explains, “It was a fun event and the competition was great. The kids were wonderful and as usual and the reception by the teachers and students was warm and friendly. They have always appreciated our involvement.”

The spelling bee is part of S.W. Hackett Lodge’s “Partnership in Education” project, which is supported by the efforts of Past Master Jim Achenbach. Later in the year, the lodge also plans to recognize a Sequoia Teacher of the Year at one of its stated dinners.

Photo: Members of S.W. Hackett Lodge No. 574 pose with Sequoia Elementary Principal Ryan Kissel and winners of the 2012 Sequoia Elementary School spelling bee.

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Title: Entered Apprentice & Fellow Craft Night
Location: S.W. Hackett Lodge #574 1895 Camino del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108
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Description: On February 23rd, 2010, S.W. Hackett Lodge #574 will host our first
Entered Apprentice and Fellow Craft Night. This is the night to celebrate our Masonic Brothers who have taken the first or second step in Masonry but have not, for any number of reasons, had the opportunity to move up.

The Lodge will be opened on the First degree of Masonry so that all can attend. We will then call to refreshment so that informal presentations and discussion can take place. At the close of the evening, we will return to labor and close the lodge.
We cordially invite, and strongly encourage, all Masons from all Lodges to attend. Further, we would truly appreciate it if this invitation could be extended to your Brethren in your up-coming Stated Meetings and in any other events where appropriate.
Start Time: 19:00
Date: 2010-02-23

We look forward to seeing you there and thank you.  For further information, questions or suggestions for program inclusions, please contact:

Dennis Stahr
S.W. Hackett Lodge, #574
Home phone  -  858-538-6345