Maria Ostrofsky (“Ms.O” as she is affectionately called by her young charges) has received “Honorary Membership” in the Kiwanis Club of Copiague for her outstanding work as a faculty advisor to the Builders Club at the Copiague Middle School. Ms. O has held that position for the past few years and currently fosters a membership of close to 40 members. She encourages her young constituents to become involved with various community service level projects and activities. Kiwanis is an organization of volunteers that is worldwide yet with local focus and dedicated to changing the world, one child and one community at a time. TheBuilders Club is one of several Kiwanis International “sponsored youth” organizations. Anyone wishing additional information regarding the Kiwanis Club of Copiague, its activities, or membership requirements can visit the web site at CopiagueKiwanis.org, or email SalPLS@aol.com, or call 631-225-1663.
Shown in photo to Maria’s right, is Patricia DiRaffale, President-Elect of the Kiwanis Club of Copiague, who presented the certificate to Maria Ostrofsky, right. Theyare surrounded by several of the Builders Club members. Photo by Director Sal Puglia.