[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 59 (Tuesday, May 12, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E826]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


   SPECIAL TRIBUTE HONORING KATIE ROCCHIO, LEGRAND SMITH SCHOLARSHIP 
                                 WINNER

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                            HON. NICK SMITH

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 12, 1998

  Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect for the 
outstanding record of excellence she has compiled in academics, 
leadership and community service, that I am proud to salute Katie 
Rocchio, winner of the 1998 LeGrand Smith Scholarship. This award is 
made to young adults who have demonstrated that they are truly 
committed to playing important roles in our Nation's future.
  As a winner of the LeGrand Smith Scholarship, Katie is being honored 
for demonstrating that same generosity of spirit, intelligence, 
responsible citizenship, and capacity for human service that 
distinguished the late LeGrand Smith of Somerset, Michigan.
  Katie Rocchio is an exceptional student at Coldwater High School and 
possesses an impressive high school record. President of the Student 
Council, Katie is also a member of the National Honor Society, and is 
the photo editor for her school newspaper. Outside of school, Katie is 
involved with the Community theater and various other community 
activities.
  In special tribute, therefore, I am proud to join with her many 
admirers in extending my highest praise and congratulations to Katie 
Rocchio for her selection as a winner of a LeGrand Smith Scholarship. 
This honor is also a testament to the parents, teachers, and others 
whose personal interest, strong support and active participation 
contributed to her success. To this remarkable young woman, I extend my 
most heartfelt good wishes for all her future endeavors.

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