Rhododendron Daily 

is where you will find our citizen-run newspaper.

http://photos.wvboysandgirlsstate.org/p367240071

Take a look at day three pictures from ALA RGS

http://photos.wvboysandgirlsstate.org/p974857648

That is the link to Day 4 pictures… keep checking throughout the day as we upload after each activity.

By Karalee Flohr, Monroe

Irene Weber and Betty Rea, both former directors of Rhododendron Girls State, returned for 2014 as members of the Board of Incorporators and as roommates. They both retired from the position after 17 years of service, but that did not stop them from continuing to attend and help with the program. Irene Weber retired from the director’s position after serving from 1997 to 2013. She was the last director before this year’s current director Michelle Sirbaugh, took over her position. Betty Rea served as director from 1987 to 1995, and she has continued attending the event since. Weber and Rea have been making the best of their time by helping out around campus including the Country Store and socializing with other staff members.

ALA RGS Day 1 and Day 2 photos

Check out the first two days of Rhododendron Girls State!

All the pictures are available to purchase, either by download or print and ship.

Whether its running for an office, sharing their artistic side by designing RGS literature, taking part in community projects or singing and dancing in the talent show, there’s a place for each girl to shine. Citizens learn about city, county and state government, as well as Americanism, leadership, professional development, public speaking, public safety and journalism. Learning how our democracy works by setting up a government complete with party structure and elections, Girls State Girls find and tune their voice at the week long event.