[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 18 (Monday, January 30, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E221]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


         TRIBUTE TO MOLLY MERRY--COLORADO'S TEACHER OF THE YEAR

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 30, 1995
  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
congratulate Molly Merry on the occasion of her being named Colorado 
Teacher of the Year. Her positive contributions on behalf of educating 
children have enabled her to win this award.
  Molly is responsible for designing, planning, and teaching an 
alternative education program known as the Madison Exploratory School, 
located in Canon City. The curriculum at the school is designed for 
students who have not reached their full potential in traditional 
classrooms. Her lesson plan's increase the amount of time spent with 
hands-on projects to bolster traditional lessons.
  When Madison Exploratory School opened 2 years ago, there were 30 
fifth-grade students. The program has been such a success, in large 
part due to Molly Merry's work, that it has been expanded to include 82 
students in grades fourth through sixth. Molly's ability to identify 
problems, build children's self-esteem and provide an encouraging voice 
make her the logical choice to receive Colorado's Teacher of the Year 
Award.
  Molly Merry has not only met the criteria needed to win this award, 
but she has exceeded those expectations. Her dedication, 
professionalism, and selfless service to her students has not gone 
unnoticed.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of my home State of Colorado, I respectfully 
ask that my fellow colleagues join me in saluting Molly Merry, 
Colorado's teacher of the year.


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