This is KARSP.net
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We were founded in 1967.
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We have over 800 local members.
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We have regular monthly luncheon programs which provide fun and information.
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We offer Community Service opportunities and collect donations for various community organizations.
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We offer annual scholarships to graduating seniors in Kalamazoo County.
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We have an active Legislative Committee that serves as your eye on upcoming legislation that could impact your retirement.
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MARSP/KARSP keeps an eye and ear on the legislature and advocates for retired school personnel.
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Help find new members!
Our Team
Meet our executive board
KARSP WRAP-UP —– Aug-2024—June-2025 —- President, Sally Roach
* Still listed as one of the top chapters in the state!!!!
* Engaging and informational programs
* Successful luncheons/ Kudos to The Fountains Events Center!
* Exceptional Committee Chairs -too many to list
* Exceptional Committees
* New Members
* Informational Beacon – Phil Stohrer & team
* Lansing alerts – Ken Larson & Manuel Brenes
* 11 – $ 2000.00 scholarships awarded
* Named / Special Interest Scholarships from various
members awarded.
* New KARSP Swag items with KARSP logo
* Attractive lunch table decorations done by members
* WKZO Radio appearance
* Zhang Senior Center Expo table
* 5 area superintendents at luncheons
* Balanced budget/Bravo Jan Wright
* Succinct minutes sent out after board meetings and
luncheons – Ann Wuerthele
* Teacher Grants – thanks Gwyn Evans
* YMCA Domestic Assault donations
* 500+ KARSP business cards handed out
* Success in unpaid lunches being paid! – Yeah Donna Clinard
* President attendance at Area and District MARSP meetings – some bragging done
* And POMPOMS!!!!!!!!!