[Congressional Record Volume 141, Number 139 (Friday, September 8, 1995)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1745-E1746]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                HONORING SISTER MARY ANTIONETTE CAPPELLI

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, September 8, 1995
  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, on Sunday, September 10, St. Brendan's 
School in New Haven, CT will pay tribute to the many accomplishments of 
Sister Mary Antoinette Cappelli, O.L.G. After 19 years as principal of 
St. Brendan's, Sister Mary will be leaving this month to begin her 
responsibilities as a counselor for the Sisters of Our Lady of the 
Garden.
  As principal, Sister Mary devoted herself to bringing the best out of 
every student. As a result of her commitment to meeting the academic, 
social, and spiritual needs of her students, St. Brendan's quickly 
became a model of educational excellence nationwide. In 1990, St. 
Brendan's was selected as a Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department 
of Education for its academic excellence and commitment to parent 
involvement. St. Brendan's has received much praise over the years for 
its ability to meet the needs of a economically and racially diverse 
student body. I have had the pleasure of visiting St. Brendan's on 
several occasions, and have always been impressed by the infectious 
enthusiasm displayed by the 

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staff and students. Sister Mary has created an atmosphere of caring and 
warmth that can be felt as soon as one enters the school.
  Born and raised in Italy, Sister Mary first came to Connecticut in 
1962. Before joining the staff of St. Brendan's she was instrumental in 
the opening of a Montessori School in Middletown and taught with 
distinction at Stonegate School in Durham. Sister Mary is a refreshing 
reminder of the difference that one educator can make in the life of a 
young student. For over three decades, she has captivated both students 
and their parents with her enthusiasm and commitment to excellence. She 
will always be remembered as an inspirational and well-loved role model 
by her students and faculty.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to salute Sister Mary Antoinette Cappelli for 
her unshaking dedication to her school and her community. She leaves 
behind her a legacy of love that will never be forgotten.


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