[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 86 (Thursday, June 17, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1307]
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                        HONORING CHARLENE NELSON

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 17, 1999

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
honor an individual who, for so many years, has provided a strong voice 
and dynamic leadership to one of Colorado's schools, Charlene Nelson. 
In doing so, I would like to honor this individual who, for so many 
years, has exemplified the notion of public service and civic duty.
  As a sixth grade teacher at Penrose Elementary School, Charlene 
Nelson has spent the last 8 years making an impact on her students and 
teaching how learning can be fun. Specializing in rain forest issues, 
Mrs. Nelson has sparked lasting interest in her students by 
contributing to the World Wildlife Fund, and teaching about diminishing 
rain forests.
  With all the things that Mrs. Nelson does to encourage her students, 
it is not hard to see why she has been awarded the title of ``Teacher 
of the Year''. To earn this title, Charlene Nelson was nominated by her 
peers and selected by a committee of past winners and administrators. 
Mrs. Nelson has proven herself to be a woman with a warm heart who, 
selflessly, gives to those who look up to her.
  Individuals such as Mrs. Charlene Nelson, who contribute and set a 
good example to our youth, are a rare breed. Fellow citizens, as well 
as students, have gained immensely by knowing Charlene Nelson, and for 
that we owe her a debt of gratitude.

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