[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 64 (Thursday, May 9, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E746]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NIANTIC-HARRISTOWN SCHOLASTIC BOWL TEAM

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                           HON. GLENN POSHARD

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 8, 1996

  Mr. POSHARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the gifted students 
of the Niantic-Harristown Scholastic Bowl team for their recent class A 
State championship. We often honor our athletic champions, but I 
believe it is equally important to celebrate the academic achievements 
of our students. The dedication and hard work that went into this 
season would be hard to overestimate. I salute the efforts of the team 
and the leadership and encouragement of their coach, Donna Cheatham.
  I am pleased and proud that the young people of my district are 
placing such a high regard on scholastic achievement. They understand 
that information is the key to success now and in the future, and that 
problems can be solved via the rigorous application of knowledge. The 
future of this country depends on people who will not back down from a 
challenge, and are willing to explore the world around them. The 
scholastic bowl provides an excellent forum for this kind of critical 
thinking, combining it with the pressure and excitement of a tournament 
situation.
  Mr. Speaker, what makes the accomplishments of the team all the more 
special was the way in which it was received in the community. A 
reception and rally were held for the squad, where families, friends, 
and the surrounding area showed just how much pride they took in this 
victory. Undoubtedly, this is just the precursor to future successes 
for the team members. I wish them the best of luck in all of their 
endeavors, and hope that their achievements will inspire other young 
people to strive for the same. I would now like to read their names 
into the Record. Michael Pyle--team captain, Thomas Moore, Adam Vaught, 
Brian Woodard, Nicki Scales, Misty Pettyjohn, Anna Leonard, Edward 
Leonard, Clint Walters, and Michael Loud.

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