Bio: Mathison, Abigail (Thorp H.S. D.A.R. Award – 2018)

Transcriber: stan@wiclarkcountyhistory.org

Surnames: Mathison

----Source: THORP COURIER (Thorp, Clark County, Wis.) 111 Apr 2018

Abigail Mathison, daughter of Bradley and Angela Mathison of Thorp, was presented the Good Citizen Award from the Eau Claire Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) at a ceremony on April 2, 2018, at the Chippewa Valley Museum in Eau Claire. This award is given to a high school senior who excels academically, participates in extracurricular activities, and is active in the

Abigail is a proud participant of Thorp High School's Forensics team and Drama cast, and is a vocalist at local Solo and Ensemble festivals. She is also active her National Honor Society chapter nd the O-W Community Alliance Church.

Abigail plans to attend the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire. She will major in Secondary English Education and minor in Spanish.

Approximately two dozen high schools in the Chippewa Valley and beyond participate in the program and select a student to represent their schools. All the students are top notch, and DAR members are proud to recognize these exceptional students.

About the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) The DAR, founded in 1890, is a volunteer women's service organization dedicated to keeping America strong by promoting patriotism, preserving U.S. history, and supporting education programs. Today's DAR members fund local scholarships, pioneer historic restorations, and lead volunteer projects in their communities.