[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 53 (Wednesday, April 27, 2005)]
[House]
[Page H2555]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO HARLINGEN HIGH SCHOOL

  (Mr. HINOJOSA asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. HINOJOSA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to ask my colleagues to 
join me in congratulating Harlingen High School for being selected as 
one of the 2005 College Board Inspiration Awards. Harlingen High School 
is one of three exemplary high schools in the Nation being honored for 
their steadfast commitment to fostering student success in some of 
America's most poverty-stricken communities.
  Each school receives a prize of $25,000 to use in furthering its 
academic goals. The Inspiration awards recognize outstanding work in 
improving the academic environment and helping economically 
disadvantaged students achieve the promise of a higher education.
  I would like to congratulate the superintendent, Dr. Linda Wade; the 
principal, Richard Renaud; the teachers, students, and entire school 
community for their prestigious award. Harlingen High School is truly 
an inspiration for all of us who value education and academic 
excellence for all students.
  For the Hispanic community, it reaffirms our core faith in our own 
potential. Over 87 percent of the students at Harlingen High School are 
Hispanic and many of them are bilingual. Their motto is: ``In 
relentless pursuit of student success.''
  I urge my colleagues to join me in saluting Harlingen High School for 
its achievement and applauding the College Board for sponsoring the 
Inspiration Awards. May each year be more competitive than the last.

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