New PEO officers

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Idyllwild’s Chapter UE recently held its Installation of officers for the coming year. From left, are President Jeanne Buchanan, Vice President Pat Schwartz, Recording Secretary Peggy Roberts, Corresponding Secretary Molly Cozens, Guard Joy Allgeier, Chaplain Julie Roy and Treasurer Toni Berthelotte. Philanthropic Educational Organization (PEO) is an international organization providing scholarships, educational grants and assorted help to individuals and organizations in need. Idyllwild’s chapter was founded in 1976. The slogan is: “Women helping women reach the stars.”
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