[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 64 (Tuesday, May 19, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E890-E891]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  TRIBUTE TO SISTER GLORIA JEAN ZIESKE

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                          HON. DAVID E. BONIOR

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 19, 1998

  Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to congratulate, Sister 
Gloria Jean Zieske for her hard work and dedication to education. 
Sister Gloria Jean is retiring after twenty years as Principal of St. 
Veronica's School in Eastpointe, Michigan. Her friends, colleagues, and 
students will honor her with a reception on Sunday, May 31st.
  Education has always been important to Sister Gloria Jean. She has 
studied at Nazareth College, University of Notre Dame, University of 
Dayton, Marygrove College, Edgewood College and Siena Heights College. 
As both a teacher and administrator, Sister Gloria Jean has been 
sharing the joys of learning with children since 1949. In 1997, Sister 
Gloria Jean received recognition from the University of Notre Dame for 
her contributions to Catholic education. She was also nominated by 
Today's Catholic Teachers as one of the 25 most influential individuals 
in Catholic education.
  She joined the faculty at St. Veronica's in 1978. Sister Gloria Jean 
has been more than just a Principal, she has taught religion and 
coordinated the Elementary Religious Education Program. For more than 
twenty years, the students and parishioners of St. Veronica's have been 
graced by Sr. Gloria Jean's spirit and love of learning.
  St. Veronica's School is a very special place. As a graduate of this 
school, I Know how hard the staff and faculty work to create an 
educational and spiritual environment. Sister Glorida Jean's compassion 
and interest in improving the educational system have made her a 
compelling symbol of everything that education should embrace. I would 
like to give

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my heartfelt congratulations to Sister Gloria Jean as she celebrates 
her retirement.

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