[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 43 (Tuesday, March 18, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E494]
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                     IN REGONITION OF VERONICA NIGH

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 18, 2003

  Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Veronica Nigh, 
a very special young woman who has exemplified the finest qualities of 
citizenship and leadership. She has been honored with the Award of 
Distinction as winner of the Cotillion for Achievement Scholarship 
Program.
  The Cotillion for Achievement Award was established in 1986 and is 
presented annually. Two winners, one male, one female are selected from 
public and private school seniors attending school in Andrew and 
Buchanan County, Missouri. Students are evaluated on four criteria, 
scholastic achievement, extracurricular activities, community 
involvement and an essay written by the student. This prestigious award 
has been extended to Veronica.
  Veronica has established herself as a well-rounded student. She is 
involved in numerous activities, including Student Council, FFA, FCCLA, 
Social Studies Club, National Honors Society, class officer, 
volleyball, county fair play, the county museum, the County Fair Board, 
Student Tutors and the District Health Board as a student ambassador. 
Additionally, she has been honored for her achievements with such 
awards and distinctions as The National Honor Society Award, Missouri 
Girls State Minority House Leader, who's who among American high school 
students, student of the quarter, 1st place on the State Agriculture 
Literacy Team, 3rd place on the state FFA Agriculture Sales Team, the 
Washington Leadership Conference, FFA Chapter Star Greenhand, State FFA 
Creed Speaker, High Honor Roll, Honor Letter and The Missouri FFA 
Public Speaking Academy First Place Novice Division.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Veronica Nigh 
for her many achievements and in wishing her the best of luck in her 
future.

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