[Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 93 (Thursday, July 8, 2004)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1321]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                    PAYING TRIBUTE TO KERRY KERRIGAN

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                           HON. SCOTT McINNIS

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 7, 2004

  Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to rise to pay tribute to 
Kerry Kerrigan of Steamboat Springs, Colorado for her courage as a 
citizen and her dedication as a teacher. She is a valuable source of 
inspiration and strength in her community, and I am honored to 
recognize her accomplishments before this body of Congress and this 
nation today.
  An athletic young woman, Kerry was a skier and a gymnast before her 
bone cancer diagnoses left her no option, but to amputate one of her 
legs. This slowed her down, but the setback would not prevent her from 
pursuing her yearning to educate our youth. She is currently a 
successful elementary school teacher that makes a difference in her 
student's lives.
  In recognition of her excellent teaching record, she was a runner up 
for 2000 Colorado Teacher of the Year, one of five to receive the 
honor. Her passion for teaching compliments her courageous life. 
Recently she rescued a struggling young girl from Charlie's Hole rapids 
on the Yampa River. As an active leader in the community, she partakes 
in leadership roles in the Humble Ranch Education and Therapy Center 
and the Steamboat Marathon children's fun run. Kerry is still able to 
maintain an active lifestyle, and enjoys kayaking, swimming and 
mountain biking.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my great pleasure to share Kerry Kerrigan's good 
works with this body of Congress and this nation. Her record of 
achievements in the community is so consistent that nothing she does 
can surprise the people of the Yampa Valley. I recognize her extra 
effort and thank her for her deeds.

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