[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 72 (Tuesday, May 21, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E849]
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 A TRIBUTE TO P.S. 230, THE RECIPIENT OF THE STATE-WIDE TITLE 1 AWARD 
                FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND ACHIEVEMENT

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                        HON. CHARLES E. SCHUMER

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 21, 1996

  Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate P.S. 230 as 
the recipient of the Title 1 Distinguished School Award--one of the 
highest honors given to a New York school for their demonstrated 
commitment to academic excellence. The administrators and teachers of 
P.S. 230 have been duly recognized for their hard work in exceeding the 
State's standard performance level in both reading and mathematics. 
Almost every grade level has earned above-average scores in reading. I 
am particularly impressed by the specialized instruction and attention 
given to third graders, as they have successfully learned how to read 
at the sixth grade level. When recognizing these results, it is no 
wonder that P.S. 230 has been selected for the Title 1 Distinguished 
School Award.
  I am especially honored to pay tribute to the teachers and 
administrators of P.S. 230 for providing a solid academic base for each 
student. The entire student body is as culturally and ethnically 
diverse as New York, which has created a unique set of hurdles for many 
elementary school teachers whose primary job is to provide basic 
reading and communication skills. Yet, P.S. 230 has established a 
nurturing environment in which to learn, ensuring the future success of 
every student. As a parent whose daughter is currently enrolled at P.S. 
230, I am extremely proud of the entire faculty and PTA for enabling 
each child to receive a worthwhile learning experience that will stay 
with them their entire lives. I hope the families and supporters of 
P.S. 230 will continue its legacy in educational achievement for future 
generations.

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