The Opening Night Session began with Mrs. Dillon presenting her “A Look at the National Society” message. Her words were inspirational and welcomed by the daughters. Mrs. Dillon was presented with a donation to the President General’s Project and a West Virginia charm. We were pleased to recognize the 16 young ladies serving as this year’s conference pages. A reception was held to honor the members of the William Henshaw Chapter, who were celebrating 120 years of service to the National Society.
Saturday began bright and early with the Chapter Regents Club breakfast and our opening business session. Reports were received from the state officers, state chairmen, district directors and chapter regents. Members were updated on the State Regent’s Project for the placement of the Gold Star Mother’s Plaques in Point Pleasant and Fairmont, WV. Our “One Small Step – Honoring Today’s Youth” Luncheon recognized the Outstanding History Teacher, Steven Blinco, the state’s DAR Good Citizen Winner, Caleb Seckman, Christopher Columbus Essay Winner , Jaclyn Smith, the American History Essay Winners, Women in History Winners and the graduates of the New Members/New Horizon Courses.