[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 43 (Thursday, March 18, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E494]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               EXCELLENCE REWARDED AT BURBANK HIGH SCHOOL

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                         HON. CIRO D. RODRIGUEZ

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 18, 1999

  Mr. RODRIGUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the academic 
decathlon team members, coaches, and parents at Burbank High School in 
my hometown, San Antonio, Texas. At the state Academic Decathlon 
competition for medium-size schools, Burbank placed third among 225 
Texas high schools. This great accomplishment reflects the hard work 
and countless hours of preparation by students and school officials 
alike.
  These students have demonstrated exceptional time management skills, 
self-discipline, and determination. They stayed focused on their 
priorities and set high standards for themselves. The City of San 
Antonio is proud of all nine members who received 14 individual medals 
in addition to the third-place team medal. Included in the team award 
was a gold medallion and a $250 scholarship for each team member.
  I would like to thank the coaches and parents of these diligent 
students for all their efforts in making this accomplishment possible. 
These students have been successful because of their hard work and 
support from family and teachers. They are paving the way to a bright 
and exciting future.

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