[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 31 (Thursday, March 11, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E350]
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     IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF MR. RICHARD HART AND PROJECT WELD

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 11, 2004

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor and recognition of 
Mr. Richard Hart--teacher, mentor, guide and source of strength and 
inspiration for countless young men and women at Max S. Hayes 
Vocational High School.
  Mr. Hart, a Certified Welding Educator, created Project WELD several 
years ago, intent on energizing the school's welding program. The 
acronym stands for Worthy Employment, Leadership Development--which is 
exactly what students take away from the program. Mr. Hart is so deeply 
committed to this project that he initiated the program on his own 
personal time, using his own personal funds.
  Project WELD provides students with a real insight and understanding 
into the profession of welding by bringing industry employees and 
employers into the classroom. Additionally, students are exposed to the 
latest in welding technology through funds and equipment donated from 
local welding companies. Beyond his scholastic and professional 
contributions, awards and accolades, Mr. Hart's greatest accomplishment 
continues to be the impression he makes on his students, through his 
method of teaching by example that offers each student the promise of a 
bright future.
  Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of Mr. Richard Hart, whose leadership, commitment and belief in the 
students at Max S. Hayes Vocational High School continues to uplift the 
lives of countless students.

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