[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 150 (Friday, October 29, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2215]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   HONORING PHYLLIS AND RON McSWAIN ON THE OCCASION OF THE TEN YEAR 
           ANNIVERSARY OF CINCINNATI HILLS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

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                            HON. ROB PORTMAN

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 28, 1999

  Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my constituents, 
Phyllis and Ron McSwain, who will be recognized at a gala dinner and 
pageant on Saturday, October 30, 1999 for their many contributions to 
the prestigious Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy (CHCA) located in 
Mason, Ohio
  CHCA is one of the fastest-growing schools in the country and has 
earned a reputation for excellent academics, competitive sports and 
extracurricular activities. In 1997, I had the privilege of presenting 
the U.S. Department of Education's Blue Ribbon School Award to CHCA 
Elementary. CHCA's goal is to nurture and support each student toward 
individual growth. The school embraces students, parents and faculty 
within the care of a Christian community.
  Phyllis and Ron were early supporters of CHCA and have remained loyal 
friends. Phyllis is a past member of CHCA's Board of Trustees. They 
have four children, but only their youngest was able to attend CHCA. 
However, two of Phyllis and Ron's grandchildren currently attend CHCA 
elementary.
  Phyllis and Ron McSwain give generously to our community through 
volunteering their time and through Cornerstone, a charitable family 
foundation established by Ron to benefit the disadvantaged. I 
congratulate them on this well-deserved honor.

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