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Scholarship Award 2020
Congratulations Scholarship Recipients 2020
By Herman Santa/Pam Peña
The Spanish American Scholarship Committee would like to introduce our 2020 scholarship recipients. The club was able to award $3,500.00 to deserving Latino students. As Covid 19 has limited our social distancing the club was not able to present our scholars in person to our members.
Scholarships are available because of your charitable donations either directly or through our many social activities. These students are extremely thankful to our members and have expressed so in their thank-you notes.
Logan Putnam; Awarded $1,000. Attending University of Central Florida. Major: Aerospace Engineering.
Daniela Granados; Awarded $500. Attending Seminole State College. Major: Neuroscience.
Alicia Solis; Awarded $500. Attending University of Florida. Major: Biology/Physician Assistance.
Itzel Mendoza; Awarded $500. Attending University of Central Florida. Major: Nursing.
Laura Barco; Awarded $500. Attending Indian River College. Major: Nursing.
Natalie Becerra; Awarded $500. Attending Florida Atlantic University. Major: Psychology.
Father’s 2020
The Spanish American Club, Inc. members celebrate Father’s Day Dinner Dance
By Evelyn Carrillo
Members and guests of The Spanish American Club host their annual Father’s Day Dance on June 27, 2020 at the Elks Lodge located at 2290 SE Lennard Road, PSL 34952.
SACI Board of Directors along with Management of the Elks Lodge made sure that all the safety protocol pertinent to COVID-19 (Corona Virus) were implemented during each event. These protocols were supplied via email to all club members on May 15, 2020, by our President Mr. Carlos Bonet. We are happy to inform everyone that the events were a great success. We celebrated honoring all fathers with a delightful dinner and great music by DJ Carlos Bonet, President. I personally want to thank Carlos for the great job he did as the DJ. SACI would also like to thank the Elks Lodge staff for their commendable services.
Seating from left: Berta Del Nodal, Mary Filiola and Frank Megaro
Board 2020
2020 Re-elected Board of Directors
By Herman santa
Scholarship Committee 2020
The Spanish American Club, Inc. scholarship available to Martin and St. Lucie counties High School Seniors
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) scholarship is available to graduating seniors who live in Martin and St. Lucie counties. The scholarship is administered by the Board of Directors and the Scholarship Committee of The Spanish American club, Inc.
This year’s scholarship committee: Chaired by Nancy Rozon and Co-chaired by Elizabeth Mejia, Pamela Peña and Herman Santa, in conjunction with the Board of Directors, will continue selecting the students and running the program smoothly. The committee selects the students for their academic achievements, financial needs, trustworthiness, character, responsibility, and fairness.
The scholarships are awarded based on financial need and a GPA of 3.0 or better. Letters of recommendation on behalf of applicants are accepted. The recipients will be selected after a one-on-one interview by The Spanish American Club, Inc. Scholarship Committee.
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements for consideration: (1) Martin or St. Lucie County senior. (2) Resident of either county. (3) Copy of the original transcript from the high school. (4) Financial statement.
GENERAL INFORMATION: The Spanish American Club, Inc. is a non-profit Organization whose main goals are to promote friendship and solidarity among its members and other institutions, through charitable , cultural, civic and social activities , and to promote the knowledge of the Spanish speaking countries, geography, history, art, culture and folklore. The Spanish American Club, Inc. Scholarship Program is geared for Hispanic Seniors of Martin & St. Lucie counties Public High Schools.
SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNTS: One scholarship of One Thousand dollars ($1000.00), Five hundred ($500) to as many students as our fund raising allows.
SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION: The Spanish American Club, Inc. scholarship application can be obtained and filed at the guidance counselor’s office every year before February 29. The guidance department shall forward the application and transcripts of the student to the scholarship committee of The Spanish American Club, Inc. for final review. Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview with the Committee. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT TO INSURE THAT ALL DEADLINES ARE MET.
BASIS FOR SELECTION: (1) Fill out the application from the Spanish American Club, Inc. (2) Copy of original transcript from the High School signed by the Guidance counselor. (3) Letters of recommendation from the Guidance counselor or teacher. (3) Must be a senior student from Martin or St. Lucie counties public schools. (4) Resident of either county. (5) Demonstrated financial need and (5)“3.” or better grade-point average (GPA).
STUDENT QUALIFICATIONS: (1) The student must be of Hispanic heritage. (2) In case of equal qualifications between two students, the applicant with lesser financial resources shall be awarded the scholarship.
METHOD OF PAYMENT: Check will be sent by mail to the scholarship foundation program of the College or University.
SELECTION OF WINNER: The selection of the scholarship recipient will be made by the scholarship committee of the Spanish American Club, Inc. after interview with selected applicants.
SCHOLARSHIP CRITERIA: Prior to scholarship award, student selected for scholarship must show proof of acceptance for enrollment to attend any College or University. The student must send verification of enrollment, class schedule, ID #, etc.
Scholarship Committee 2011
Scholarship Committee 2011
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) scholarship is available to graduating seniors who live in Martin and St. Lucie counties. The scholarship is administered by the Spanish American club, Inc. Scholarship Committee. This year new board of directors are: Mary Figliola, President; Kathy Rivera, Vice President; Nancy Rozon, Secretary; Nora Candelario, Treasurer and Karen Diamond. The scholarship committee are: Herman Santa, Director; Nancy Rozon and Isa Bryson, Co-Chairs. The SACI scholarship was established in 1994 for low-income Hispanic students. More than $20,000 has been awarded to local students. Thirty-four high school seniors from Martin and St. Lucie counties have benefited from the scholarships.
The scholarships are awarded based on career interest academic achievement, financial need and other criteria. Students must maintain a 3.0 grade point average (GPA).
Applicants must write a paragraph in Spanish the day of the interview, on why they feel they should be considered for the scholarship. Letters of recommendation are accepted. Two students will be selected ($750 each) after one-on-one interview by the Spanish American Club, Inc. Scholarship Committee.
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements for consideration: (1) Martin or St. Lucie county senior. (2) Resident of either county. (3) Copy of the original transcript from the high school and (4) the student must read, write and speak Spanish. Eligible students should submit the application by Saturday, Feb. 28, 2015. Applications are available from Martin and St. Lucie counties Guidance Counselors.
Photo #1 From left: Karen Diamond; Director, Nancy Rozon; Secretary, Nora Candelario; Treasurer. Seated: Kathy Rivera; Vice President and Mary Figliola; President
Photo # 2 From left: Nancy Rozon, Herman Santa and Isa Bryson
Bowling Rules
Celebrating our 31st Anniversary every month!
Tournament Rules
By Andres Padilla
Trophies will be awarded for both men and ladies that attain 1st, 2nd , and 3rd place High Handicap Series (HHS) and top Handicap Game (HHG).
If two or more bowlers are tied for 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place HHS, the trophy would go to the bowler with the highest handicap game. Conversely, if two or more bowlers are tied for the top HHG, the trophy would go to the bowler with the highest handicap series.
Note: Earlier this year we changed our scoring system to a handicap format to provide for a more balanced competitive platform. Now, literally anyone can earn top handicap game and series score.
Nearly 80% of men and ladies that have bowled at least 3 times this year have earned High Handicap Game and/or High Handicap Series honors. In other words, on any given day anyone can bowl the top handicap game or series.
Rules
Name:
The Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) Bowling Group
Revised:
September 19, 2022. By the Bowling Committee: Ruben Aleman (Director), Andres Padilla and Herman Santa
History:
The SACI Bowling Group began in 1992, to bring together bowlers of all skill levels and to foster camaraderie, sportsmanship and friendly competition among Hispanic players from USA, the Caribbean, Central and South America. We are happy that the group continues to grow, now to over 30+ players, and we are thankful for our bowlers’ donations to our scholarship program.
Where:
SuperPlay, 1600 NW Courtyard Cir, Port St. Lucie, FL 34986-2508 Tel. 772-800-7328
Website:
https://www.bowlero.com/location/superplay
When:
Every Monday at 6:00 P.M. Please arrive at least 15-30 minutes early to facilitate lane
assignments.
Lane Assignments:
SACI would normally occupy lanes 35 through 46. All bowlers MUST first register with
Ruben Aleman (or his representative) and pay lane fees at the sign-in table. Bowlers will be assigned to a pair of lanes in groups of 4 to 8 people at the director’s discretion.
Bowling starts promptly at 6:00 pm with 10 minutes of practice followed by three games
using the standard 10-frame format.
Handicap Scoring Format:
Scratch bowling scores are recorded and verified by the bowlers assigned to each lane.
The scoring official will convert scratch scores using a handicap format based on a
formula (90% of 200) and the bowler’s average. The scoring official maintains and
publishes statistics weekly for each individual bowler including cumulative
scratch/handicap averages, current handicap values, and high
scratch/handicap game and 3-game series.
Handicap Prize Pool:
Each week bowlers have an opportunity to compete for the Handicap Prize Pool. The
purpose of the Handicap Prize Pool is to reward the bowlers that attain the Highest
Handicap Game (HHG) & Highest Handicap Series (HHS). Each participant who wishes to enter would pay $1 to compete for a portion of the prize pool. The scoring official will collect and keep track of the prize money each week and pay it out to the winners in January, June, and September corresponding to the Fall, Winter, and Summer seasons respectively.
50/50 Raffle:
A 50/50 raffle is conducted at the beginning of each month with proceeds to benefit the
SACI Scholarship Fund.
Information:
For more information, please contact our President of the club Carlos Bonet cell (917) 204-6141 or c.bonet@aol.com. To join us or for more information, visit:
Billiard Rules
Eight ball – High – Low
By Ivan Guanill
Players play once against each other until two losses eliminates players.
1. Flip coin to determine who breaks. Winner breaks next game. Flip coin to
determine who breaks if both players have won their previous game.
2. On break: If eight ball falls in pocket, it is not a scratch, that player wins the game. If eight ball falls in pocket, and cue ball scratches or falls off pool table, player then loses.
3. Safe play must be called, maximum three (3) per game and cue ball must hit a ball and then the cushion.
4. Must hit your ball first. If any of your balls go in, you continue shooting.
5. You don’t have to call your pocket. Must call pocket for eight ball.Paragraph
6. Eight ball must go in the pocket your last ball went in.
7. While shooting eight ball, if you scratch cue ball or cue ball goes off the table, you lose the game.
8. If you scratch the cue ball or it goes off the table, all other balls will remain where they are.
9. You will lose your shot if you touch balls accidentally or otherwise with
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10. If you work eight (8) ball “intentionally” near a pocket not designated as
your last pocket, it will automatically be cause for spotting eight (8) ball.Paragraph
Maximum number of players is 20. First come first serve basis.
Rummykub 2017
Great game of Rummy at the beach
By Herman Santa
Members, families and friends of Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) attended the annual family picnic on Saturday, April 27.
Scholarship Award 2006
Scholarship Award 2006
By Herman Santa
Dr. Enrique Ospina, President of the Spanish American Club, Inc. “S.A.C.l.”, Herman Santa, director of the Scholarship Program, William Preciado and Isa Bryson, members of the S.A.C.l. Scholarship Committee met Saturday May 20th to select to the winners of the 2006 scholarship. Jessica Benitez, Mexican of Port St Lucie and Miriam Hernandez, Guatemalan of 1ndiantown were selected among a pool of six Hispanic candidates as the winners of the-SACI Scholarship this year.
Board 2019
Board of Directors 2019
By Herman Santa
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