[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 160 (Thursday, November 13, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2387]
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                     TRIBUTE TO WHITKO ART STUDENTS

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                          HON. MARK E. SOUDER

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 13, 1997

  Mr. SOUDER. Mr. Speaker, a vital part of children's development is 
learning to distinguish themselves as individuals. Artistic expression 
gives children this opportunity. Regardless of the discipline, art 
offers a unique avenue for creativity.
  Today, Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize a group of students 
from my district who have excelled in the arts and earned international 
acclaim for their creativity. the Whitko High School Art Department 
recently competed in the 28th exhibition of World Student Children's 
Art in the Republic of China. Whitko, of South Whitley, IN, was one of 
only 11 schools to represent the United States in the exhibition. Three 
of the Whitko students gained personal recognition for their 
achievements. Kathleen Dombek, Rany Kilbourne, and Jason Slone all 
received medals in a competition representing 51 nations around the 
world.
  I am proud to represent a group of such students. They have set an 
example worthy of our praise. I urge my colleagues to recognize the 
committee and hard work of these young people and to join me in 
congratulating them on their accomplishment.

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