[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 67 (Wednesday, May 22, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E871-E872]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             TRIBUTE TO HALF HOLLOW HILLS HIGH SCHOOL EAST

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                           HON. STEVE ISRAEL

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 21, 2002

  Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the outstanding 
performance of Half Hollow Hills High School East from Dix Hills, New 
York in the ``We the People . . . The Citizen and the Constitution'' 
competition.
  A select group of 24 students from Half Hollow Hills High School East 
represented the State of New York at the national finals competition in 
Washington, D.C., May 4-6, 2002. These young people competed with 50 
classes from across the nation and demonstrated a remarkable 
understanding of the ideas and values of American constitutional 
government.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize the efforts of the student 
participants. They are: Beth Bernstein, Jacqueline Borgia, Sherri 
Cohen, Katelyn Del Priore, Lindsey Forur, Brian Ginsberg, Sarah Givner, 
Seth Glodowski, Jamie Golden, Emily Gustafson, Dustin Kreltzberg, Megan 
Meagher, Michal Meiler, Jacquelyn O'Neil, Gabriella Pinto, Lindsay 
Posner, Sarah Rasheed, Inger Reres, Steven Savella, Dennis Schmelzer, 
Persis Singh, Megan Spector, Stanley Voigt, and Matthew Witko.
  These young scholars are taking the Advanced Placement American 
Government class. Part of their learning experience includes 
participation in the ``We the People'' program. These students, through 
teamwork and dedication, captured the New York State championship after 
advancing from district and regional levels.
  Mr. Speaker, I commend them for balancing this demanding 
extracurricular activity with the rigors of their daily course work. 
Furthermore, I commend them for working together as team to accomplish 
the goals they set forth.
  Mr. Speaker, I also stand to recognize the efforts of the coaches, 
faculty, parents, and facilitators involved. Specifically, Scott 
Edwards, the group's coach and AP American Government teacher, prepared 
these students through intensive classroom instruction and numerous 
study sessions after regular school hours. James McCaffrey, the 
school's principal, contributed to the students' success by providing 
adequate resources and administrative support. Jane Weber, the district 
coordinator, made logistical arrangements and directed the group's 
fundraising efforts. Laura Parker also helped by serving as an 
assistant coach and chaperone.
  Mr. Speaker, I commend these individuals for their unselfish 
commitment to these students' education.
  It is with great pride, Mr. Speaker, that I recognize the efforts and 
achievements of these outstanding students and individuals and bring 
their achievements to the attention of this Congress.

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