Leo Club Members Meet Ambassadors at the UN

OWTS Leo Club members Christopher Danielczuk, Automotive Technology Junior, and Michael Schriver, Electrical Technology Sophomore, were recently selected by the Torrington Lions Club , District 23B, to attend the annual United Nations Lions Club Tour on March 14th.  The trip included meeting several ambassadors and dignitaries, a special lunch with the ambassador of Finland, and a tour of the building, including the general assembly room.  In their conferences they discussed the economy, environment, pollution, and inflation.  Also attending were the Undersecretary General of the UN and the national President of the Lions Club.

The boys said having lunch with the Finnish ambassador was the best part of the day.  They liked the national flags of all the countries and the special gifts some provided for display inside the building.  They also got a glimpse of protesters outside on the streets.

At school, the Leo Club is sponsored by the Lions and is a community service-based program.  It’s mission is to provide the young people of the world with opportunities for achievement, learning, contribution and service, individually and collectively, through sponsorship of activities identified as best practices in the field of youth development.

This year the club has been involved in programs such as Breakfast with Santa, Chunk or Treat, dinner at St. Francis, visits to the Marathon House, and a Pancake Breakfast.

Leo Club Advisors are Mrs. Kathleen Roden and Mr. Stanley Danielczuk.