[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 58 (Wednesday, March 29, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E717]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


          TRIBUTE TO GRACE INGLIS AND MATTHEW JAMES JAGO, JR.

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                          HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 28, 1995
  Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker I rise today to pay tribute to Grace Inglis 
and Matthew James Jago, Jr. of Woodbridge Township for their numerous 
years of service as teachers. The Woodbridge Metro Chamber of Commerce 
and the Woodbridge Education Foundation will be honoring these 
dedicated teachers for their excellence in education on March 29, 1995.
  Ms. Inglis began her career in the Woodbridge Township school 
district in 1974 at school #28 [Matthew Jago School]. She worked there 
as a teacher assistant, but felt she could contribute more to the 
school system. She wanted to improve herself and take on greater 
responsibilities. Ms. Inglis began her course of study at Middlesex 
County College to receive her teacher-aide certification.
  For several years Ms. Inglis has been the coordinator of the Special 
Teacher Center. The center provides all special education teachers with 
resources in training, and extra guidance for teachers dealing with 
students who have difficulty learning. She realizes the importance of 
helping our youth, because these children are our future leaders. Her 
investment in educating our children has been a great service to our 
Nation, the 13th Congressional District, and to the Woodbridge 
Township.
  Mr. Jago has devoted 19 years to the Woodbridge Township school 
district. He received his masters in education from Trenton State 
College and specializes in teaching the disabled. Mr. Jago has been 
blessed with extraordinary skill, and patience. He has devoted his 
career to teaching children with special learning difficulties. His 
expertise is in working with the perceptually impaired, and the 
neurologically impaired. His efforts on their behalf has helped them 
reach their educational potential.
  Not only has Mr. Jago excelled in his teaching career, but also in 
his responsibilities as a citizen. Mr. Jago has volunteered for Hand in 
Hand, Special Olympics, and as a Sunday school teacher. He has received 
numerous awards including the Governor's Recognition Award, and the 
Nominee-Excellence in Education Award. Mr. Jago has served as cub 
master of Cubscout Pack 31 in Port Reading, and as the playground 
counselor at the Woodbridge Park. His participation in these activities 
show his commitment to helping today's youth grow into successful 
adults.
  Ms. Inglis and Mr. Jago have dedicated themselves to our youth. I ask 
that you please join me in honoring these excellent educators for their 
great works in the Woodbridge Township school district.


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