[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 74 (Friday, June 7, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E985]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       HONORING PETER C. YOUNG ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT

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                          HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO

                             of connecticut

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 6, 2002

  Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, it gives me great pleasure to rise today to 
pay tribute to an outstanding member of our community, Peter C. Young, 
as family, friends, and colleagues gather to celebrate his retirement 
after a thirty-five year career in education.
  Peter has been the Executive Director of Area Cooperative Education 
Services for over three decades. His commitment and hard work has 
brought a number of important programs and services to the twenty-six 
school districts located in South Central Connecticut. ACES is one of 
six educational service centers that were formed under Connecticut 
State Statute in 1970. A result of recognizing that school districts 
must work together to meet the ever-changing needs of local education 
systems, these centers provide an environment where quality programs 
can be planned, developed and implemented--giving our young people 
access to the best educational opportunities possible. In addition to 
his leadership of ACES, he has also implemented programs to benefit 
local school district teachers and administrators.
  Education is the cornerstone of success and the most critical link 
between our young people and their future. Throughout our country, we 
look to our towns and cities to provide these invaluable skills to our 
children. Throughout his professional life, Peter has embraced this 
responsibility and diligently worked to ensure that our school 
districts have had the resources to succeed. Working closely with the 
ACES Governing Board, made up of representatives from each of the 
member school districts, Peter's unparalleled leadership has benefitted 
our most precious resource--our children.
  Peter's work extends far beyond his career with ACES. His work with a 
myriad of local, state, and national organizations and associations has 
and continues to enrich the lives of many. As a member of the Branford 
Interfaith Housing Cooperation Board, the Connecticut Hospital 
Association, and the Association of Educational Service Agencies--just 
to name a few--Peter has used his talents in a variety of areas to make 
a real difference in the lives of others. His generosity, compassion 
and commitment is reflected in the many awards and commendations he has 
received. We have been fortunate to have such an individual working so 
diligently on our behalf.
  Through his many contributions both personally and professionally, 
Peter has touched the lives of thousands. It is my great honor to join 
his wife, Judith; daughters, Elizabeth and Kristin; family friends, and 
colleagues in extending my sincere congratulations and very best wishes 
to Peter Young as he celebrates his retirement.

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