[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 24 (Tuesday, February 7, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E285]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


               TRIBUTE TO TERRANCE NELSON HOSKINS MEDINA

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                            HON. JOHN LINDER

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, February 7, 1995
  Mr. LINDER. Mr. Speaker, I want to take this opportunity to recognize 
Terrance Nelson Hoskins Medina on his accomplishment of earning the 
rank of Eagle Scout. This is a substantial achievement demonstrating 
his abilities and perseverance, as only 2 percent of all Scouts ever 
achieve the Eagle rank.
  Terrance began Scouting in 1988, as a member of the Emory 
Presbyterian Church-sponsored Troop 55. However, in just 2 years 
Terrance had moved from Troop 55 to Troop 455, where he was elected to 
the Order of the Arrow. On February 7, 1995, he completed his Eagle 
Scout requirements having reconstructed a 60-by-5-foot bridge for the 
Morningside Presbyterian Church.
  Aside from Scouting, Terrance has maintained an ``A'' average, while 
still allowing enough time to devote himself to his music. For the past 
two summers, Terrance has participated in the highly competitive 
program at Interlochen, MI, where he specialized in the flute. He has 
also performed for the Atlanta Symphony Youth Orchestra and Olympic 
band and was also named to the All State band in 1994. After 
graduation, he plans to attend a conservatory where he can continue his 
study of music.
  I extend my congratulations to Terrance, who should be justifiably 
proud of his accomplishments. I also congratulate his parents, Augusto 
and Norma Medina, and his adult Scout leaders whose support and 
encouragement helped make his goal a reality.


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