[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 66 (Monday, May 10, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E906]
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                   TRIBUTE TO SHIRLEY AND ERIC MAUER

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                           HON. BRAD SHERMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 10, 1999

  Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Shirley and 
Eric Mauer, recipients of the Rabbi Elijah J. And Penina Schochet 
Founders Award for Community Service. The Mauers are being honored for 
their 25 years of outstanding contributions in the field of education.
  The Talmud states that ``He who does charity and justice is as if he 
filled the whole world with kindness.'' In the spirit of such words, 
wonderful community activists such as Shirley and Eric actively 
participate in delivering tremendous support, selflessly dedicating 
their time and energy to enriching our community. I can think of no 
better tribute to Shirley and Eric.
  Both natives of Montreal, Canada, Shirley and Eric have been married 
for 41 years. Shirley received her degree from McDonald College for 
Teachers and Eric earned his degree in accounting from McGill 
University. Shirley has enjoyed a long and prosperous teaching career. 
She began her career by developing a kindergarten program and teaching 
it at the Boulevard School. Several years later, she became Director of 
the Boulevard School.
  In 1981, the Mauers bought the Boulevard School and transformed it 
into one of the most distinguished and academically enriched pre-
schools in the San Fernando Valley. In addition, Shirley sits on the 
Board of Directors at Temple Aliyah and Eric engages in ongoing 
volunteer activities.
  Mr. Speaker, distinguished colleagues, please join me in honoring 
Shirley and Eric Mauer for their ongoing service to the Jewish 
community and the community at large.

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