[Congressional Record Volume 144, Number 135 (Thursday, October 1, 1998)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1861]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  A TRIBUTE TO THOMAS MORE HIGH SCHOOL

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                         HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 1, 1998

  Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Thomas More High 
School of Milwaukee, a 1997-98 recipient of the U.S. Department of 
Education's Blue Ribbon School award. This award honors some of the 
nation's most exemplary schools for their challenging curricular, 
excellent teachers, family and community partnerships, and high student 
performance.
  Thomas More has a long tradition of excellence in education. 
Beginning with the school's predecessors, Pio Nono High School, Don 
Bosco High, and the St. Francis Minor Seminary, Thomas More has 
consistently provided academic excellence grounded in a faith based 
education. As an alumnus of Don Bosco, I am proud of this very special 
recognition.
  Thomas More is the only high school in the State of Wisconsin to be 
selected as a 1997-98 winner and one of only nine high schools in 
Wisconsin to receive this prestigious award in this decade. The 
students, teachers, and staff at Thomas More are rightfully proud of 
this accomplishment. But this award is also for the parents, alumni and 
members of the community who have tirelessly given their time and 
support to help make Thomas More a very special place.
  To the students, faculty and friends of Thomas More, my sincere 
congratulations on being named a National Blue Ribbon School of 
Excellence. It is an honor that is well deserved.

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