[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 75 (Wednesday, June 4, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1115]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                  RECOGNITION OF TEACHERS OF THE YEAR

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                           HON. LARRY COMBEST

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 4, 1997

  Mr. COMBEST. Mr. Speaker, I am delighted to bring to the attention of 
my colleagues several distinguished teachers from the 19th 
Congressional District of Texas. My home district extends from the 
Panhandle of Texas through the South Plains to the Permian Basin, and 
encompasses various cultures, personalities, and dreams. I am pleased 
to recognize these recipients of the Teacher of the Year Award who 
enable our students to understand and learn from each other, and strive 
to achieve their goals.
  Good teachers nurture our country's best hope for tomorrow, her 
children. Their perseverance and dedication challenge and shape 
students to dream, and to work hard to make those dreams come true. 
Unfortunately, educators toil with little public thanks or 
appreciation, even though their efforts are essential to a strong 
future. These teachers, in particular, go beyond the call of duty and 
wholeheartedly devote themselves to this important mission.
  It is my pleasure to present to you the 19th District of Texas' 
Teachers of the Year: Ms. Dee Ann Liles and Ms. Kathleen McDowell, 
Sunray ISD; Ms. Candace Dyer, Farwell ISD; Mr. W.W. ``Bear'' Mills and 
Ms. Rebecca T. Watson, Midland ISD; Ms. Narelle Horton, Bushland ISD; 
Ms. Ann Green, Hartley ISD; Ms. Julie Harris and Ms. Laura Landes, 
Amarillo ISD; Ms. Pam Perrin, Vega ISD; Ms. Connie Gilbert and Ms. 
Janie Rendon, Hereford ISD; Ms. Clarice Andres, Slaton ISD; Ms. Sonya 
Wilson and Dr. David LeMaster, Odessa ISD; and Ms. Jan Morris and Ms. 
Shelli Stegall, Odessa ISD.
  As a former teacher, I know firsthand the importance of a quality 
education; however, it is outstanding teachers like these who strive 
for excellence, knowing the worth of this goal. I thank these educators 
for all they do for our children and our Nation.

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