[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 11 (Tuesday, February 3, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E98-E99]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO HENRY McINTOSH

                                 ______
                                 

                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 3, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to 
pay tribute to a talented teacher from Walsenburg, Colorado. Henry 
McIntosh inspires and challenges his students to become better people. 
His teaching enthusiasm spirals through the community as he equips 
students with the knowledge to chase after their dreams. I would like 
to join my colleagues here today in recognizing Henry's tremendous 
service to the Walsenburg community.
  This year the Colorado Department of Education recognized Henry as 
the top teacher in the state. He received the 2003 Outstanding Colorado 
Teacher Award for his extraordinary commitment to involving students in 
their communities and increasing student achievement by promoting 
school accountability. Henry helped to institute the first advanced 
placement programs at John Mall High School in order to give students 
in rural communities the

[[Page E99]]

same opportunities that urban schools offer. He encourages students to 
be involved with their school by sponsoring the student-run 
organization that addresses concerns and suggestions for improving the 
school called the student senate. Henry pushes his students to work 
hard by organizing a literacy tour in Great Britain for his advanced 
placement students over Spring Break as a reward.
  Mr. Speaker, Henry McIntosh is a wonderful ambassador for education 
who dedicates his life to teaching the next generation of leaders in 
his Walsenburg, Colorado community. Henry has taken the noble and 
challenging occupation of teaching to a new level of excellence. His 
compassionate and selfless service to Walsenburg and the Colorado 
community certainly deserve the recognition of this body of Congress. 
Congratulations on your award Henry, and I wish you all the best in 
your future endeavors.

                          ____________________