[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 33 (Tuesday, March 16, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E387]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO KAROL BENROTH

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 16, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to 
congratulate Karol Benroth of Grand Junction, Colorado, on being named 
the School Psychologist Advocate of the Year by the Colorado Society of 
School Psychologists. The psychologists of School District 51 nominated 
Karol for the award, which recognizes outstanding leadership, support, 
and inspiration to school psychology and the children they serve. This 
award is a well-deserved testament to her achievements.
  Karol's efforts as the safe and drug free schools coordinator have 
been instrumental in making District 51 schools safer, in turn 
fostering an environment where students are free to focus on their 
education. Specifically, she has provided the staff of District 51 
schools with training in the areas of bully proofing, drug and alcohol 
response, and threat assessment. In keeping with her selfless nature, 
she credits the efforts of her fellow staff members, as well as parents 
and students, for her success.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to the service and 
achievements of Karol Benroth before this body of Congress and this 
nation. I congratulate her on having the distinction of being named 
School Psychologist Advocate of the year. Her contributions to our 
schools, children, and families are truly remarkable. I sincerely thank 
her for her service.

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