[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 43 (Tuesday, March 18, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E498]
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                    IN RECOGNITION OF CLARK MERSHON

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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 Clark Mershon, 
a very special educator who has exemplified the finest qualities of 
citizenship and leadership. He has been honored as the Missouri 
Association of Secondary School Principals 2003 Middle School Principal 
of the Year.
  Clark began his teaching career in 1982 at Lebanon Junior High 
School, as both a teacher and coach and advanced to Principal in 1992. 
He currently serves as Principal of New Mark Middle School in North 
Kansas City, Missouri, where he has been since 1997. Clark was given 
this distinction because of the impact he makes on both staff and 
students.
  The staff of New Mark Middle School commend Clark for his strong 
leadership shown to teachers, students and community members. His 
humanity, humility, and sound instructional and organizational skills 
illustrate the importance of his impact on his school and community.
  The student body acknowledges Mr. Clark for his welcoming personality 
that instills pride, honor and school spirit at New Mark.
  Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Clark Mershon 
as the MASSP's Middle School Principal of the Year. Clark exemplifies 
the qualities of exceptional leader and Principal and we are proud to 
have him as an educator in the 6th District of Missouri.

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