Speakers
| Speaker | Date | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Randall Parr | Sep 03, 2026 6:00 PM |
Early Act / First Knight
 Please join us Thursday, September 3, 2026, at 6 p.m. Central Time for the regular online meeting of the Lone Star Rotary e-Club.
Our program speaker will be Randall Parr, a Rotarian from District 5840 in the San Antonio area and an experienced representative of EarlyAct FirstKnight, a character-building program formed in District 5840 in 2005. The program first launched successfully with sponsorship from the Rotary Club of Boerne and has since continued expanding across District 5840, Texas, and the United States.
EarlyAct FirstKnight is unique in the field of character education. The program teaches high ethical standards, service, and Rotary International lessons to the entire student body every day, alongside core academic subjects such as math, science, and social studies.
Unlike a traditional Interact or EarlyAct Club, EarlyAct FirstKnight is a required course of study for every child. Its integrated components include classroom curriculum, Rotarian-led service opportunities, award assemblies, live-action program options, and parent education.
In EarlyAct FirstKnight schools, students recite the Four-Way Test from memory each day, begin learning about Paul Harris in third grade, and by fifth grade are introduced to the latest news about PolioPlus and Rotary’s global impact.
Rotarian Parr will share his knowledge and personal experiences with this dynamic educational and character-building program.
Our online meeting is open to all Rotarians and guests. We would love to have you join us.
Meeting Link: https://tinyurl.com/LoneStarRotary
Thursday, September 3, 2026
6 p.m. Central Time |
| Jennifer Gaskin | Sep 17, 2026 6:00 PM |
Teaching at the Speed of Possibility: How AI Is Transforming Special Education
 Join the Lone Star Rotary e-Club for our regular online meeting on Thursday, September 17, at 6 p.m. Central. Our featured speaker, Jennifer Gaskin, will present: “Teaching at the Speed of Possibility: How AI Is Transforming Special Education”Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how educators identify needs, personalize instruction, and create new opportunities for students. Jennifer will explore how these emerging tools are being used in special education and what they may mean for teachers, students, families, and the future of learning. Our online meeting is open to all Rotarians and guests. We would love to have you join us! Meeting Link: Direct Zoom Link: |
| CLUB ASSEMBLY | Oct 01, 2026 6:00 PM |
 Join the Lone Star Rotary e-Club for our Club Assembly on Thursday, October 1, at 6 p.m. Central via Zoom.
This meeting is open to all club members and will include updates from our committees, service projects, programs, and other club initiatives.
Club Assembly is an important opportunity to stay informed, hear what is happening across the club, ask questions, and learn how you can become more involved in the work ahead. Stay informed. Stay connected. Stay engaged. |
| Colonel Lisa Patton (retired) | Nov 05, 2026 6:00 PM |
military medical preparedness
 Join the Lone Star Rotary e-Club for our regular online meeting on Thursday, November 5, at 6 p.m. Central. Our featured speaker will be Colonel Lisa Patton, U.S. military retired, who will present a timely discussion on military medical preparedness and how the United States works with international partners to strengthen readiness and respond to medical emergencies. Colonel Patton will offer insight into the planning, coordination, and international cooperation required to prepare for crises, protect communities, and deliver medical support when and where it is needed most. Our online meeting is open to all Rotarians and guests. We would love to have you join us! Meeting Link: Direct Zoom Link: |
| Ellie White | Nov 19, 2026 6:00 PM |
current research into rare genetic disorders
 Join the Lone Star Rotary e-Club for our regular online meeting on Thursday, November 19, at 6 p.m. Central. Our featured speaker will be Ellie White of the Ellie White Foundation for Rare Genetic Disorders. Ellie will discuss current research into rare genetic disorders, including the progress being made, the challenges that remain, and the importance of continued awareness, advocacy, and support for individuals and families affected by these conditions. This promises to be an informative and meaningful conversation about how research is creating new possibilities and bringing hope to families navigating rare genetic diagnoses. Our online meeting is open to all Rotarians and guests. We would love to have you join us! Meeting Link: Direct Zoom Link: |