[Congressional Record Volume 146, Number 68 (Tuesday, June 6, 2000)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E892]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        TRIBUTE TO MARY KORTE--PRESIDENTIAL AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 6, 2000

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this moment to 
congratulate Mary Korte for receiving the 1999 Presidential Award for 
Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. She is one of 200 
teachers to receive this prestigious award nationally and one of four 
to receive this award from Colorado. She will also receive a $7,500 
grant in the name of Grand Junction High School in conjunction with the 
award. Her dedication and enthusiasm are unsurpassed in the field of 
math and science.
  Mary's real passion lies in educating her students about the 
environment. A class entitled ``River Dynamics'' is one included in her 
curriculum. This class allows students to rigorously investigate rivers 
using many different academic skills. She encourages students to be 
``hands on'' and enjoys seeing them actively participate in their 
environmental communities.
  It is encouraging to see teachers of Mary's stature receive awards 
for excellence in their prescribed academic rigor. Mary has also 
received the Radio Shack National Teachers Award among her many 
accomplishments. I am confident she will continue to strive for 
academic excellence and continue to encourage our future generations to 
pursue an active role in the health of their environment.

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