[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 103 (Monday, July 14, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1476]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         TRIBUTE TO NOEL HARLAN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 14, 2003

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to stand before this body of 
Congress and this nation today to pay tribute to a dedicated educator 
from my district. Noel Harlan of Alamosa, Colorado is a role model for 
his students both in and out of the classroom. Noel, a teacher and bus 
driver in the Alamosa School District, is this year's recipient of the 
Driver of the Year Award given by the Colorado State Pupil 
Transportation Association. I join with my colleagues in offering him 
our congratulations.
  Noel began working for the Alamosa school district in 1965 and soon 
found that working for a small school provided him the opportunity to 
expand his duties. While primarily a science teacher, he often taught 
other subjects, such as English Literature and Archaeology. Noel 
enjoyed working with children, so when a position as the school's bus 
driver became available he seized the opportunity. The new job provided 
Noel with extra income, as well as increased interaction with his 
students. Noel excelled behind the wheel, driving over 750,000 miles 
without an accident. With enthusiasm and diligence, Noel helped the 
morning commute become an enjoyable, safe ride.
  Mr. Speaker, Noel Harlan's commitment to the students of Alamosa is 
certainly deserving of praise before this body of Congress and this 
nation. I am proud knowing that Noel has had an impact on so many of 
today's youth and I wish him many more years of safe driving and 
teaching. Thank you, Noel, for the service that you have provided to 
our community.

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