[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 87 (Tuesday, June 22, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1203]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   PAYING TRIBUTE TO MR. SIMING YANG

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                        HON. THOMAS G. TANCREDO

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 22, 2004

  Mr. TANCREDO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
accomplishments of an outstanding student from my district, Mr. Siming 
Yang. Mr. Yang has the distinction of being honored as one of the more 
than 140 national winners of the 2004 Presidential Scholar Award.
  The award honors graduating seniors that excel in their community, 
both in and out of the classroom. Each year, the White House Commission 
on Presidential Scholars selects the winners based on Academic and 
artistic success, leadership, and involvement in school and community.
  Mr. Yang is invited to be honored in Washington during the upcoming 
Presidential Scholars National Recognition Week, which runs from June 
19 through the 22. Mr. Yang and his family plan to travel to the 
Nation's Capital at that time, along with his most influential teacher, 
Mr. Ron C. Carda of Dakota Ridge High School.
  Mr. Speaker, Siming Yang has demonstrated, through his academic 
accomplishments, his willingness to lead his peers, his community 
achievements, and his dedication, that he is worthy of receiving this 
honor. So once again, I recognize this young man's achievements before 
this House today, and I wish him all the best in his bright future.

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