Daughters of the American Revolution
Press Release
Contact: Carol Elefterion
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May 28, 2019 3:00 p.m.
Amelia Island Chapter DAR Chaplain Sherry Harrell, right, presents the DAR JROTC Bronze medal and its certificate, as well as a check for $200, to West Nassau High School JROTC Cadet Sarah McGuire at the unit’s recent dining out.
Under the leadership of U.S. Air Force Colonel (Ret.) Gregg Kline and U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant (Ret.) Edward Spiezio, West Nassau High School JROTC Unit 955 ranks in the top 5% of the 900 JROTC units nationwide.
More than 100 West Nassau High School students participate in the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps program, which is designed to train and educate high school cadets in citizenship, promote community service, instill personal responsibility, character, and self discipline.
The National Society Daughters of the American Revolution is the largest women’s service organization in the world and contributes over one million volunteer hours a year. The approximately 200 members of the Amelia Island Chapter contribute 5,000 volunteer hours and $5,000 in scholarships and awards in Nassau County each year.