[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 27 (Wednesday, March 9, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E392]
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HONORING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF LAREDO INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD 
                      MEMBER GEORGE M. BECKELHYMER

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 9, 2005

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the contributions of 
Laredo Independent School District Board Member George M. Beckelhymer, 
of my Congressional District in Laredo, Texas.
  Mr. Beckelhymer graduated from the University of Texas at Austin, 
earning his bachelor's degree in radio, television, and film. After 
graduation he decided to venture into the business world, and he became 
part owner of L. Bufalo Pawn Shop.
  In May 2002 he was elected to District 4 of the LISD Board of 
Trustees, and currently serves as Secretary of the Board. His District 
includes Sanchez/Ochoa Elementary, Alma Pierce Elementary, K. Tarver 
Elementary, and J.W. Nixon High School. Mr. Beckelhymer believes in 
working together with all of the appointed Trustees to create a good 
working environment between faculty, parents, and children.
  Mr. Beckelhymer enjoys working for the community, and is an active 
member of the Citizens Environmental Advisory Committee in the City of 
Laredo. Beckelhymer hopes to ensure that all students receive the best 
quality education to prepare them for the future, and he is proud that 
he is able to help the community move in a positive direction.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to have had the opportunity to honor Laredo 
Independent School District Board Member George M. Beckelhymer.

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