Our thanks go to Mike for the news, Janette for the invocation, pledge and 4way test, and to Charles for leading us in song.
We recognized Marion Independent HS teacher Gretchen Mundorf for her great work. She was nominated by administrator Greg Semler. Since Greg was delayed in joining us, Gretchen had to do a self-introduction. She has been a teacher for fourteen years and teaches English at the high school. In addition she has numerous additional duties, including Fellowship of Christian Athletes and faculty advisor for student publications and broadcasts. Congratulations Gretchen for your great work. Thanks again Rhonda and Jim C for handling the arrangements for these much appreciated recognitions to some very deserving teachers.
Larry introduced our District Governor Lowell Stoolman from Rockwell City. Lowell is a retired Police Chief and retired Utility Superintendent for Rockwell City. He served there for 35 years. He has been a Rotarian for 32 years serving in numerous roles. He has been married to his wife Peg for 43 years. She is also a Rotarian.
Lowell gave a PowerPoint presentation about Rotary. He explained his vision as District Governor is to instill a sense of community pride and a willingness to give back following the Rotary motto of "Service Above Self."
John Z advised Lowell that a book (The Seed of Friendship) would be donated to Van Buren in his honor.