[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 60 (Thursday, April 29, 1999)]
[Senate]
[Pages S4469-S4470]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNITION OF FAMILIES FOR HOME EDUCATION

 Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I rise today in recognition of 
Families for

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Home Education (FHE) in observance of Home Education Week, May 2-8, in 
my home State of Missouri. I join with the Missouri General Assembly in 
recognizing their commitment not only to excellence in education, but 
also to the promotion of public policy that strengthens the family.
  Home educators make tremendous sacrifices to educate our nation's 
young people and they are making a difference. Countless studies show 
that parental involvement positively impacts the education of a child. 
Home-schooled children, in particular, benefit greatly from the 
individualized, one-on-one training they receive from dedicated parents 
and home educators. They are also afforded unique opportunities to 
participate in apprenticeships, and community and civic organizations. 
These activities serve to strengthen social skills and enrich their 
overall educational experience.
  In today's challenging society, it is more important than ever that 
our young people receive a quality education if they are to succeed in 
the expanding global market. Home educators play a vital part in 
preparing children, tomorrow's workforce, to successfully compete and 
prosper in the adult world. I commend these dedicated parents and FHE, 
and wish them continued success in their endeavors.

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