[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 48 (Wednesday, April 20, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E707]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF KAREN QUINNEY VOGEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 
                          TEACHER OF THE YEAR

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 20, 2005

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the many 
accomplishments of Karen Quinney, Vogel Elementary School Teacher of 
the Year.
  Karen Quinney is a graduate of the University of Houston at Victoria, 
from which she received her Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary 
Studies. Four of her 5 years of experience have been spent teaching in 
the Seguin School District.
  She moved into Seguin with her husband over 4 years ago, and has 
since dedicated her time toward teaching third graders. As a firm 
believer in the value of keeping high expectations, Karen Quinney 
understands that students need nurturing and encouragement to succeed. 
She believes in teaching our youth the value of setting and reaching 
goals. These skills are important, not only in school, but also for 
success in later life.
  Karen Quinney is a strong believer in the potential of our children. 
She helps to insure that our children not only attain their goals, but 
that they reach their full potential. She is currently being honored as 
the Vogel Elementary School Teacher of the Year.
  I am proud to have the chance to recognize the accomplishments of 
Karen Quinney of Vogel Elementary School. Her passion for teaching is a 
blessing to the community.

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