A highlight of the June 6 chapter meeting was the presentation of the Ada Edwards Laughlin award to a very surprised but deserving Jean Wagner.

Presenter Lori McNair emphasized Wagner’s many “unsung” contributions to important operations of the chapter, including how she annually transforms over 150 donated prize baskets for the annual fundraiser into true “works of art.” Wagner also manages the details of the Operation School Bell program with co-chair Deida Conrad that clothes and equips over 1000 students for success at school, as well as training incoming committee chairpersons on how to run efficient meetings. The Ada Edwards Laughlin Award is named for a co-founder of Assistance League and is bestowed annually on a member who makes significant contributions to a chapter’s success behind the scenes.

Wagner accepted the honor from previous recipient Lori McNair (left), pictured above.