[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 78 (Thursday, June 13, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1029]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   CONGRATULATIONS MRS. ANNE SPECTOR

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                         HON. JOSEPH M. HOEFFEL

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 12, 2002

  Mr. HOEFFEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate and recognize 
Mrs. Anne Spector of Cheltenham, Pennsylvania. For over 30 years, Mrs. 
Spector has taught at every level in the Philadelphia area from 
kindergarten to third year law students. I recognize her today 
specifically for her endless dedication to the children of the 
Cheltenham School District.
  Anne embarked on her remarkable teaching career in 1967 at Bartlett 
Junior High School in South Philadelphia. In 1972, Anne took her only 
sabbatical from teaching to give birth to Caralyn, her daughter, and 
Michael, her son. While at home, caring for her children, Anne attained 
her Reading Specialist Certification and a variety of master's degrees. 
She also served as co-president of the Wyncote Parent Teacher 
Organization.
  Anne returned to full time teaching at Norwood-Fontbonne as the head 
of a program for gifted children. There Anne demonstrated dedication to 
fostering the talents of special children. She subsequently took on a 
long-term position with Cheltenham School District. Here she worked 
diligently to implement programs that she felt would cultivate the 
gifts of every student. Most recently, Anne has contributed 
tremendously to Cheltenham by taking on the duties of District Grant 
Development Specialist. In this capacity she has affected all grade 
levels by writing million-dollar grant proposals.
  Throughout her teaching career Anne touched the minds and hearts of 
countless students and parents. I would like to thank Anne for her 
unmatched dedication to the education of our leaders of tomorrow. We 
are grateful to have such a distinguished citizen in our community.

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