[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 71 (Thursday, June 4, 1998)]
[Senate]
[Page S5657]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 TRIBUTE TO KAIMUKI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

 Mr. AKAKA. Mr. President, it is with great pride that I rise 
today to honor the students, teachers, staff, administrators, parents, 
and supporters of Kaimuki Intermediate School from Kaimuki, O'hau for 
their achievement in receiving the prestigious Blue Ribbon Schools 
award. This year, Kaimuki Intermediate School was one of the schools 
selected from hundreds of secondary schools across the nation to 
receive this award. It is a reflection of the administration's, 
teachers', and staff's determination to provide an excellent 
educational environment for their students.
  The U.S. Department of Education presents the Blue Ribbon Schools 
award to schools that have excelled in leadership, community 
involvement, environmental awareness, and a continuous desire to 
overcome the barriers that impede a quality education. This award is 
one of the most prestigious educational awards in the nation. Schools 
that receive this recognition provide a challenging education for their 
students, strive to maintain a clean and healthy environment, develop 
and maintain family relations, and recruit and maintain high caliber 
teachers.
  Mr. President, it is no surprise that Kaimuki Intermediate School, 
which challenges students academically, has been chosen for such an 
honor. Students are given numerous opportunities to expand their 
interests and talents by participating in committees, including School 
Community Based Management (SCBM) and the Student Activities Council 
(SAC). These committees enable students to participate in the 
administrative process of their education and allow them to contribute 
ideas to improve school activities and develop ideas that could further 
benefit their education.
  The students at Kaimuki Intermediate School have had many 
accomplishments. One student traveled to Washington, D.C., to compete 
in the national math competition. The eighth grade girls basketball 
team won first place in their league, and other students participate in 
a wide range of activities like intermural and extramural sports, band, 
and math competitions. Indeed, Kaimuki Intermediate School has excelled 
in their effort to provide students with a well rounded education.
  Mr. President, I am proud to rise today to recognize everyone who has 
contributed to making this award a reality, and congratulate the 
faculty and staff and, most importantly, the students of Kaimuki 
Intermediate School for a job well done.

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