[Congressional Record Volume 149, Number 112 (Friday, July 25, 2003)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1655]
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                    HONORING DR. JAMES L. WILLIAMSON

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                           HON. CHET EDWARDS

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, July 25, 2003

  Mr. EDWARDS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the 
distinguished career of Dr. James L. Williamson. At Baylor University 
in my hometown, he is not just a teacher, but he is also a mentor and 
an exemplar of professionalism upon the educational landscape. His 
service in the development of educational leadership, founded in the 
principle of integrity and manifested in research and the 
identification of best practice, continues to positively impact 
children. His passion for education has directly resulted in a growing 
association of principals, superintendents, and other school leaders 
who mirror his model of servant leadership. As a beacon of guidance and 
hope, Dr. Williamson has dedicated his life to creating a covenant 
between intellectual scholarship and the call to serve in building 
foundations for learning, leadership, and life. That is why I rise 
today to honor the dedication and service Dr. Williamson has given to 
both Baylor University and to the education profession.

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