[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 80 (Tuesday, June 8, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1165]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  HONORING THE SERVICE OF RUTH SQUIRES

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                          HON. JAMES E. ROGAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 8, 1999

  Mr. ROGAN. Mr. Speaker, this year marks the 36th year of service for 
a teacher in my district. Sadly, as students and parents in La 
Crescenta, CA, would agree, it also marks the end of her distinguished 
career in education. To honor this service to our youth and to our 
Nation, I ask my colleagues here today to join me in saluting Ruth 
Squires.
  Ruth's career in teaching would carry her from coast to coast. She 
began her career in New York State, earning a degree at the State 
University Teachers' College In Cortlind. Eventually finding her way to 
California, Ruth joined the faculty at Rosemont Middle School in La 
Crescenta in 1963. She immediately became actively involved in both 
community and school events. She is best known for her leadership in 
the school's production on the United States Constitution. This 
community event is Ruth's trademark, bring to life the two-hundred year 
old document that is the foundation of our government.
  In her 36 years at Rosemont, Ruth has taught history, social science 
and economics, and served as a mentor for her peers. Currently, she is 
the chair of the history and social science department. And her 
leadership has not gone unnoticed. In 1988, she was awarded the 
prestigious Masonic Award, and in 1993, received the John Del Monte 
Award for her service to campus and community. Ruth is also recognized 
by ``Who's Who, American University and Colleges Edition.''
  Mr. Speaker, too often, the service of those who mean the most goes 
unnoticed. Although another school year has come to an end, we must not 
let it pass without recognizing the service of the men and women in 
education who have unconditionally served our youth. Ruth Squires is 
one of these patriots.
  For her three decades of service to the families of California's 27th 
Congressional District, and for her distinguished work in the La 
Crescenta community, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the 
service of Ruth Squires.

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