[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 91 (Thursday, June 19, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1306]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO KEITH OWEN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, June 19, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise before this body of Congress and 
this nation to pay tribute to an outstanding educator from my district. 
Keith Owen of Pueblo is the recipient of the 2003 Colorado National 
Distinguished Principal of the Year award from the Colorado Association 
of School Executives. Keith's peers selected him based on his 
leadership, respect from his school, and community service.
   Keith has worked as an educator for 10 years and has served as the 
principal of Beulah Heights Elementary in Pueblo since 1999. Since 
taking the helm at the school, fourth grade reading scores have 
skyrocketed. Their performance on the Colorado Student Assessment 
Program, CSAP, have risen from 50 percent to 86 percent in only three 
years. The difference was so dramatic, Keith received an invitation to 
travel to the White House where President Bush and Secretary of 
Education Rod Paige cited Beulah Heights Elementary for its 
achievements.
   Mr. Speaker, because of Keith Owen's exemplary leadership, the 
student's at Beulah Heights Elementary School have a greater chance of 
success in school and in life. Keith has made Pueblo and the State of 
Colorado proud, and I am truly honored to recognize him here today. 
Congratulations, Keith, and good luck with your future endeavors.

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