[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 50 (Thursday, March 27, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E593-E594]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO ROBERT DUNCAN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 27, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with much pleasure that I rise today 
to honor the accomplishments of Robert Duncan of the San Juan Technical 
School located in Denver, Colorado. Robert has dedicated his life to 
passing on his extensive knowledge and experience, providing many 
students with otherwise unthinkable opportunities. I wish to take this 
opportunity to acknowledge Robert's dedication and commitment to 
education before this body of Congress and this Nation.
  Robert is known for his expertise in automotive technology and his 
dedication to his students. His recent award recognizes Robert's 
ability as a teacher, particularly emphasizing the dramatic increases 
in enrollment in

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Robert's courses and his success recruiting women into his automotive 
technology program. Furthermore, Robert has won acclaim for his unique 
talent for welcoming special education students and helping them excel 
in the program. Great teachers, like Robert, draw on their own 
practical experience in order to bring the real world into the 
classroom. Recently, the State Board of Community Colleges and 
Occupational Education named Robert faculty member of the year.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to stand today and recognize Robert Duncan 
before this Congress and this Nation. We should all express our deepest 
gratitude to teachers like Robert. They make an enormous difference one 
life at a time, providing countless students with opportunity and hope. 
Teaching truly is a noble calling, and Robert has answered that call.

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