[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 79 (Monday, June 2, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1095]
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                         HONORING DON MIDDLETON

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                            HON. MARK UDALL

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, June 2, 2003

  Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor one of our 
great champions of education in Colorado, Mr. Don Middleton. Mr. 
Middleton is retiring as Superintendent of Clear Creek School District 
after 37 years of service in public education.
  During his tenure at Clear Creek, he has played a valuable role in 
raising the District's test scores across the board. The effect of his 
integrity, honesty and passion for education has been far reaching. In 
fact, he has been credited with restoring the pride of the educational 
community in his schools through his tireless efforts and compassionate 
leadership.
  Don has been recognized on numerous occasions for his exceptional 
work in education. He has been given awards such as the Administrator 
of the Year Award of Excellence; the Award of Distinguished Service; a 
Certificate of Recognition for Outstanding Service Adams County #1; and 
the Hall of Fame Award from the Mapleton Education Association. 
Interestingly enough, if you ask Don to talk about his long and 
distinguished career of service, you would most likely find that he 
would rather talk about the kids he has met along the way. His 
dedication is evident by his enthusiastic presence at so many school 
functions and classroom visits.
  Don Middleton has been a dedicated leader and an unwavering advocate 
for excellence in education. I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking 
Mr. Middleton for his hard work on behalf of Colorado's children and 
families. I wish him success in all of his future endeavors.

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