[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 43 (Tuesday, March 18, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E486]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        A TRIBUTE TO CAROL YING

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 18, 2003

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of Carol Ying in recognition 
of her dedication to improving the educational opportunities for the 
students in her community and enlightening them with her teachings.
  Born in Jamaica, West Indies, Carol immigrated to the United States 
in January 1985. She enrolled in the fifth grade at a private catholic 
school called St. Augustine-St. Francis Xavier where she won an award 
for the fifth grader of the year. After three years at the school, she 
wanted to explore a public school and enrolled in Samuel J. Tilden High 
School. Again, she excelled in her academics and received a PTA award 
given to the most outstanding high school freshmen. Her achievements at 
the High School allowed her to graduate within three years and attend 
Long Island University. She was a Higher Education Opportunity Program 
(HEOP) student at the institution.
  Carol was always fascinated with mathematics and showed exceptional 
ability in the subject. Although she started out as a Computer Science 
major, she would eventually change her major to Mathematics Education. 
During the summer of freshman year, she discovered that she had a 
passion for teaching mathematics after teaching a class of high school 
students. Carol was inspired by the many great math teachers she has 
encountered in her academic career. After graduating from Long Island 
University, Carol returned home to teach mathematics at Samuel J. 
Tilden High School. During her seven years at Tilden High School, she 
served as a dean for a year as well.
  She continued to challenge herself by enrolling in a Master's program 
at CUNY Brooklyn College, receiving a degree in Mathematics Education. 
Later, she furthered her academic credentials when she earned a 
Certificate in Administration and Supervision. In the process, her 
supervisors and colleagues, who saw her capacity as a leader, 
encouraged her to do more than teach. This inspired her to pursue a 
position as an administrator.
  Carol is currently working in the New York City public school system 
as an Assistant Principal at South Shore High School. She is also in 
charge of supervising the Mathematics Department. Carol is very 
passionate about her job and enjoys working with students and faculty 
to advance students' achievements in Mathematics.
  Mr. Speaker, Carol Ying is committed to increasing the educational 
opportunities of members of her community. As such, she is more than 
worthy of receiving our recognition today and I urge my colleagues to 
join me in honoring this truly remarkable woman.

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