[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 68 (Thursday, May 17, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E830]
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                        TRIBUTE TO DR. JOHN HORN

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                           HON. PETE SESSIONS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 16, 2001

  Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize today an 
outstanding educator from my district, Dr. John Horn. At the end of 
this school year, Dr. Horn will retire as Superintendent of the 
Mesquite Independent School District, bringing his long and 
distinguished career to a close.
  During his 38-year career, Dr. Horn has been a visionary in public 
education, receiving numerous awards for his service. In 1995, he was 
honored as the Texas Superintendent of the Year by the Texas 
Association of School Administrators. The Mesquite ISD, with over 
32,000 students, has thrived under his leadership, most recently 
earning the ``Recognized'' rating from the Texas Education Agency in 
2000.
  Dr. Horn involves the entire community in the improvement of 
education and involves himself in the community through various civic 
organizations. Often referred to as the ``superintendent's 
superintendent,'' Dr. Horn has thoroughly dedicated himself to the 
education and enrichment of his students.
  Although he be will greatly missed, Dr. Horn's legacy will serve as a 
constant reminder of his extraordinary career. I ask my colleagues to 
join me in congratulating Dr. John Horn on all of his accomplishments 
and wishing him the best for his well-deserved retirement.

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