[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 80 (Wednesday, June 9, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1079]
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                      HONORING DR. CHARLOTTE GROFF

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                            HON. FRED UPTON

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 9, 2004

  Mr. UPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the inspiring career of 
Dr. Charlotte Groff, of Berrien Springs, Michigan. A dedicated and 
selfless individual, Charlotte has enthusiastically educated students 
of St. Joseph and Coloma schools over the past 50 years.
  Since 1954, Charlotte's contributions to our community have been 
tremendous. Over this time she has played a role in the development and 
success of countless students, and watched as these students grew into 
pillars of the communities of southwest Michigan and beyond.
  Throughout her vast career, Charlotte has held many teaching 
positions and has taught in diverse teaching capacities--all with great 
distinction. Charlotte has taught every summer in the Coloma migrant 
program since its inception in 1968--except for the 2 years she worked 
on a doctoral degree. Also, since 1975 she has been a reading 
specialist for children from disadvantaged homes.
  As Charlotte retires this summer, she closes one chapter of her 
inspiring and remarkable legacy of educating our youth. I am confident 
that this retirement is far from being the end to Charlotte's teaching. 
The numerous lives that will be educated and touched by Charlotte will 
no doubt continue for many years to come. The passion that she has for 
teaching is everlasting and I wish her all the best in retirement. 
Charlotte will be truly missed in Coloma Community School and 
throughout southwest Michigan.

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