[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 53 (Wednesday, April 27, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E787]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF MARJORIE CLAGETT

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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 Marjorie Clagett 
for her dedication to teaching the students at Goodwin Primary School 
in the Comal Independent School District.
  When someone thinks of a teacher, they most often think of someone 
who is in the classroom lecturing students about reading and 
arithmetic. Although this is what usually is expected of a teacher, 
some teachers commit themselves to students in other ways not as 
frequently seen in the typical classroom setting. Marjorie Clagett is a 
perfect example of someone who goes the additional mile to educate her 
students. Not only is she a great teacher to the students but she also 
serves as an advisor to them in any way she can. She is there for them 
to talk about any of the problems that they might be encountering in 
life and it is for this that she truly is a role model to them.
  Educated at Upper Iowa University and St. Mary's University, Mrs. 
Clagett has the knowledge and experience to help the students in her 
first grade class not only enrich their minds but also enrich their 
lives. Her dedication to her class is something that teachers around 
the world should view as an example of how not only to become a leader 
to students but also a trusted confidant.
  Citizens like Marjorie Clagett provide our nation's children with a 
teacher in the classroom while also being a friend and role-model to 
them. I am honored to have this opportunity to recognize Marjorie 
Clagett for her continuing service to the children of the Comal 
community.

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