[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 15 (Wednesday, February 16, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E162]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          CONGRATULATIONS FOR STEPHANIE JACKSON OF ASHLAND, KY

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                             HON. KEN LUCAS

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 16, 2000

  Mr. LUCAS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, it is my great pleasure to 
congratulate Stephanie Jackson of Ashland, KY, who is being recognized 
for outstanding service to her community. Ms. Jackson has been named 
one of Kentucky's top honorees in The 2000 Prudential Spirit of 
Community Awards program. This honor is annually bestowed upon the most 
inspiring student volunteers nationwide.
  The Prudential Insurance Company of America, in partnership with the 
National Association of Secondary School Principals, instituted their 
Spirit of Community Awards in 1995. These awards applaud young people 
who so generously donate their time and effort to bettering their 
neighborhoods and towns. In 5 years, The Prudential Spirit of Community 
Awards has become the largest youth recognition program based solely on 
community service in the United States. I'm proud to say that Stephanie 
Jackson is one young lady who is certainly deserving of such 
recognition.
  Ms. Jackson is at the age of 15, the founder of the Boyd County 
branch of the Kentucky Youth Council of Volunteerism and Service. 
Through this group, she has already implemented two service projects to 
better her community.
  Stephanie Jackson is a positive example for young people across the 
nation, and I am proud to say, an indication of great things to come in 
Kentucky. It is with pride and gratitude that I congratulate her on 
being recognized for her dedication to community service.

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