[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 67 (Wednesday, May 22, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E883-E884]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             PAYING TRIBUTE TO FRUITA MONUMENT HIGH SCHOOL

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 21, 2002

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor I take this 
opportunity to pay tribute to Fruita Monument High School in Fruita, 
Colorado for their incredible acts of patriotism and loyalty. After the 
tragic events of September 11, 2001, Monument High honored the bravery 
of our American citizens by creating a beautiful, patriotic mosaic. 
Today I applaud the spirit and dedication of the students and faculty 
of Monument High, and I recognize the efforts and achievements of such 
artists.

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  Standing eight feet tall, by eight feet wide, and weighing 500 
pounds, ``United We Stand'' encompasses the ideals of America's 
freedoms and liberties. The finished mosaic illustrates the talent and 
hard work supplied by each student and it serves as a marvelous 
addition to any art display. Near Ground Zero in New York City will be 
its final destination, and its new home will be in Desoto Elementary 
School. Earning its creators numerous awards, ``United We Stand'' has 
touched all who have the privilege of viewing its meaningful message.
  Mr. Speaker, I honor Fruita Monument High School with sincerity 
because they have taken the time to honor the true heroes of our 
nation. Today, I recognize ``United We Stand'' as an inspiring work of 
art before this body of Congress and this nation. Additionally, I 
recognize its nine incredible artists as esteemed patriots to our 
nation. It is my hope that all may some day admire this mosaic and 
remember it as a memorial, created to honor those who gave their life 
for our country.

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