[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 139 (Wednesday, October 8, 1997)]
[Senate]
[Page S10714]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         MICHIGAN ASSOCIATION OF NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS ANNIVERSARY

 Mr. ABRAHAM. Mr. President, I rise today to commemorate the 
Michigan Association of Non-public Schools (MANS) on their 25 years of 
service to this special group of educators and students. Founded in 
1972, MANS has advocated on behalf of non-public schools, established 
an agenda for their advancement, and given witness to the communities 
in Michigan regarding their immense social, educational, and economic 
benefit.
  With the voluntary support of over 540 schools, nearly 7,000 
instructors and 140,000 students of Michigan's next generation are 
affected by the outreach and activities sponsored by MANS. Through the 
Michigan Non-public School Accrediting Association, its affiliated 
Parent Network, and its organization of school resources, MANS works 
toward school improvement, encourages greater parental participation, 
and provides a host of services vital to bringing non-public school 
students the best education they can receive.
  Through the years, MANS has been instrumental in promoting equal 
education benefits and services for all children. Regular conferences 
are held and have gained the enthusiastic support of teachers and 
administrators, with as many as 6,000 participants having attended 
recent gatherings. Finally, MANS maintains a role as a respected 
partner and resource for all levels of government whose actions impact 
education in Michigan.
  Mr. President, on behalf of the U.S. Senate, I would like to express 
appreciation for the many individuals who have given of their time and 
talent to bring about a better community through MANS. We are thankful 
for their dedication to Michigan's children.

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