[Congressional Record Volume 148, Number 113 (Tuesday, September 10, 2002)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1542]
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                       HONORING MR. WILLIAM WEST

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                       HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO

                            of west virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 10, 2002

  Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of a constituent of 
mine, Mr. William West. I am proud to recognize Mr. West for his 
dedication to furthering agriculture education in the state of West 
Virginia.
  On a national scale, Mr. West was one of six educators to be 
recognized by the National Association of Agricultural Educators with 
the 2000-01 Outstanding Agricultural Education Teacher Award. This 
annual award was presented to Mr. West for conducting the highest 
quality agricultural education programs and rewarding him for his 
civic, community, agricultural and professional leadership.
  This award also serves as a highlight of Mr. West's ability to draw 
upon community resources in order to provide meaningful educational 
experiences for all students.
  Currently a teacher at Ripley High School in Ripley, West Virginia, 
William West continues to supply top quality agricultural education. 
His work, and the example he sets, has provided an invaluable service 
to his students and to West Virginia. I am honored to commend Mr. 
William West and offer him my best wishes in the future.

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