[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 69 (Thursday, May 16, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E838]
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     TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM WHITNEY AND MOUNTAIN VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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                         HON. JOSEPH M. McDADE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 16, 1996

  Mr. McDADE. Mr. Speaker, it was my pleasure today to meet with the 
sixth grade class from Mountain View Elementary School in Kingsley, PA.
  Across our great land, there are people who dedicate their lives to 
the education of our children. Through their tireless efforts they give 
the gift of learning to their students, helping make a better future 
for our families, our communities, and our Nation.
  The people of whom I speak are the teachers in schools across 
America. Today, I would like to especially recognize William Whitney of 
Mountain View, who is one of those dedicated teachers who not only 
excels in the classroom, but also makes those extra efforts to enrich 
his students' learning experiences.
  Today's visit by the Mountain View Elementary School marks the 25th 
consecutive year in which Mr. Whitney has brought his students to our 
Nation's Capital. In addition, Mr. Whitney also coaches several 
athletic teams. I commend him for his dedication to his students.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to express my 
gratitude to all the teachers who play such an important role in the 
lives of our children. Teachers like Mr. Whitney exemplify, and impart 
in our children, the true meaning of citizenship in this great 
democracy in which we live.

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