There were 16 members in attendance. Allison lit the Memory Candle in remembrance of those sisters who could not be with us at the meeting. The purpose of the meeting was to recognize members’ birthdays.

Chaplain Elaine McClung led the Pledge of Allegiance, and she shared a devotional reading entitled “Sit Still.” Secretary Patty Ferris read the May minutes, and they were approved.

Under Correspondance Secretary Eileen Snyder received a thank you note from outgoing President Susan Cullinan. She also received a postcard from WV State Correspondence recognizing Jant Benzo for the “Backpack Program” sponsored in Follansbee, W.Va.

Treasurer Susan Cullinan gave the financial report.

Janet Benzo is recognized for the Fidelis Gamma Chapter of Alpha Delta Kappa International Honorary Organization for Women Educators Backpack Program. (Submitted photo)

Patty Ferris gave the Altruistic Report.

Fuller announced the new committee chairpersons:

Courtesy – Yvonne Santin and Bonnie Queses

Altruistic – Patty Ferris

By-Laws – Crystal Baranowski and Donna Durkin

Fraternity Education: Bonnie Queses and Nancy Conley

Photographer – Sandra Anderson

Fuller announced the birthdays of all members. Cupcakes were served to honor the birthdays.

Allison and Fuller presented a hanging basket of flowers and a card to the Past President Susan Cullinan. Cullinan displayed the Alpha Delta Kappa Violet Award for good reporting and record keeping.

Allison suggested for the August meeting that members bring in a small antique- something that is special or belonged to a relative. The club will decorate tables with the items. Allison showed a precious cup and saucer from her father.

The hostesses for the meeting were Ruth Fuller, Carolyn Allison, and Eileen Snyder.

The next meeting will be Aug. 6.

The meeting was adjourned with the singing of “The Lamp of Alpha Delta Kappa.”