[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 75 (Wednesday, June 2, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E984]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             IN HONOR OF CAMERON McLEOD AND JOAN SEGERSTROM

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                             HON. DOUG OSE

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 1, 2004

  Mr. OSE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Cameron McLeod and Joan 
Segerstrom for being chosen as the Fair Oaks Team Teachers of the Year.
  Cameron and Joan provide an enriching and exciting sixth grade 
program for the students of LeGette Elementary School. They collaborate 
on their instructional program so all students receive a consistent, 
standards-based, academic opportunity. Along with high academic 
expectations, Cameron and Joan have high expectations of behavior. They 
teach students ethical, responsible behavior in a sensitive and caring 
manner. Cameron and Joan's talents lay in bringing out the best in 11 
and 12 year olds. They achieve this by honoring and respecting students 
and providing opportunities for them to reflect on their own goals and 
behavior.
  Cameron and Joan have worked tirelessly as a team to provide quality 
educational and social experiences on and off campus. They reach beyond 
the classroom to excite students toward achievement. Their outdoor 
environmental programs are the highlight of the school year: An 
overnight trip to Camp Winthers and the Northstar Ropes Course and a 5-
day trip to Point Bonita at the mouth of the Golden Gate Bridge, 
provide opportunities for new curricular learning and places to 
practice the team spirit, pride and ethical behavior that Cameron and 
Joan instill in each student.
  Motivating students to succeed is foremost in their program. They 
tailor their lessons to the learning needs of their students to make 
the most of their abilities. Cameron and Joan have had such an impact 
throughout the years, often their former students return to thank them 
for the influence they made on their lives.
  I am honored to recognize a dedicated team whose efforts have had a 
profound effect on the students they teach. Please join me in 
congratulating Cameron McLeod and Joan Segerstrom for being named the 
2004 Fair Oaks Team Teachers of the Year.

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