[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 117 (Friday, August 2, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1463]
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 IN HONOR OF AMERICORPS GRADUATES FROM THE UNION CITY DAY CARE PROGRAM

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                          HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, August 2, 1996

  Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to an 
industrious group of individuals, the 1995-96 participants in the 
AmeriCorps Program of the Union City Day Care Program, Inc. and the 
Urban League of Hudson County who have chosen the selfless path of 
service to the community. A commencement ceremony for these graduates 
will be held on August 5 at the Urban Starting Points in Jersey City, 
NJ.
  This joyous occasion marks the culmination of a extensive training 
program which prepares these men and women for careers attending to the 
needs of the children in their communities. When our honorees first 
entered the AmeriCorps Program, their expectations of success were 
modest. However, the educational experiences gained over the past year 
have tremendously increased their personal determination to handle any 
obstacle they may face.
  The 1995-96 graduating AmeriCorps class consist of 22 dedicated 
individuals, including: Sabrina Arnold, Alberto Canal, Judith 
Concepcion, Yesenia Flores, Doreen Griffin, Waynette Harris, Luis 
Hernandez, Maria Hernandez, Tawanda Holmes, LaToya Leak, April Lewis, 
Brandi McCrea, Darcel McRae, Frank Meloi, Nicole Myrick, Lydia Nieves, 
Aida Paredes, Abdullah Payton, Dellar Reid, Wilma Sanchez, Yolanda 
Seruya, and Mylove Tetterton. The unique contributions these people 
will make in their neighborhoods will have an impact for generations to 
come.
  Something as complex an undertaking as the AmeriCorps Program of the 
Urban League of Hudson County is never accomplished through the efforts 
of one person. This particular program has been successful due to the 
efforts of Elnora Watson, president and chief executive officer and her 
staff headed by director of the program Diane Fuller, Luis Mendez, 
Jeffrey, Lischin, Eloisa Lacson, and Richard Blas. They are exceptional 
community leaders.
  The AmeriCorps graduates of the Union City Day Care Program exemplify 
the true meaning of community service. For their outstanding work and 
leadership, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring these wonderful 
individuals. I am proud to have this valuable endeavor operating within 
my district.

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