[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 43 (Tuesday, March 18, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E495]
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                    IN RECOGNITION OF DEVIN GOODLET

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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 Devin Goodlet, 
a very special young man who has exemplified the finest qualities of 
citizenship and leadership. He 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 Devin.
  Devin has established himself as a well-rounded student. He is 
involved in numerous activities, including varsity tennis, student 
government, UMKC leadership seminar, Forum Club, Spanish Club, JCCC 
Mathcount, Math Olympiad, National Forensics League, Heartland Health 
Systems, Food Can Drive, Habitat for Humanity, Harvest Food Bank, 
Multiple Sclerosis Walk for the Cure, United Way penny drive, Missouri 
State Senate youth forum, 2000 election campaign, doctors day, royal 
family kids camp, and the Diwali Celebration. Additionally, he has been 
honored for his achievements with such awards and distinctions as the 
National Honor Society Award, the National Merit Commendation Award, 
the Academic Excellence Award, Bright Flight Scholar, the Missouri Math 
League Award, the ASME Math Competition Award, Duke University Tip 
Scholar while qualifying for the State tennis competition.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Devin Goodlet 
for his many achievements and in wishing him the best of luck in his 
future.

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