[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 53 (Wednesday, April 27, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E777]
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            RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF VANDY D. LAWSON

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 27, 2005

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Vandy D. Lawson 
for her dedication to teaching the students at the Comal Leadership 
Institute in the Comal Independent School District.
  Vandy D. Lawson received her bachelor's degree in math from the 
University of Northern Colorado in Greely and her master's in 
statistics from Colorado State University in Fort Collins. Currently 
she is teaching students grades ninth through twelfth in the subject of 
math. Through her extraordinary teaching methods she is able to reach 
students and appeal to their interest like none other--this is what 
distinguishes her as a great teacher.
  The unique teaching style of Mrs. Lawson is one that the teachers of 
our Nation should regard as an example of how they can reach students 
in a more effective way. It is said that Mrs. Lawson ``looks at what 
she does every day as a being on a treasure hunt, uncovering great 
treasures and bringing them back to life.'' The students she teaches 
all benefit from Mrs. Lawson's continuous drive to reach each and every 
student to make sure they all receive as much assistance as possible.
  The math and sciences are two essential fields of study that students 
around the Nation need exposure to America's teachers like Mrs. Lawson, 
play the most vital role in ensuring students get taught the necessary 
skills to become tomorrow's leaders. I am honored to have this 
opportunity to distinguish Vandy D. Lawson for her dedication to the 
perseverance of knowledge in our community.

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