[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 14 (Tuesday, February 24, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Page S941]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              RED CEDAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 50TH ANNIVERSARY

 Mr. ABRAHAM. Mr. President, I rise today to acknowledge the 
50th anniversary of the Red Cedar Elementary School in East Lansing, 
Michigan. The school began immediately following World War II in an 
effort to educate the children of G.I.s who moved to East Lansing to 
get an education promised by the G.I. bill. Since that time, Red Cedar 
has grown tremendously and has come to hold a prominent place in the 
East Lansing community. Because many of the students are from other 
countries, the diverse backgrounds and beliefs that make up the Red 
Cedar community provide for a truly unique learning environment.
  This momentous occasion has been celebrated throughout the month of 
February within both the Red Cedar and East Lansing communities and 
will culminate on the evening February 27, 1998 with a reception and a 
dance for students, parents and other members of the community. It is 
with great pleasure that I recognize and congratulate the Red Cedar 
Elementary School on their 50th anniversary.
  Mr. President, I yield the floor.

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