[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 121 (Monday, September 26, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1945]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        RECOGNIZING BRIDGET CALL

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                         HON. NICK J. RAHALL II

                            of west virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 26, 2005

  Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, today I pay tribute to Bridget Call to 
congratulate her on being selected as West Virginia's teacher of the 
year for 2006.
  Bridget Call, who was chosen from 50 excellent nominees statewide, 
sets high standards and strives to be a role model for her students. 
She has dedicated many years to educating and enlightening students at 
Matewan High School in Mingo County. In addition to her classroom 
responsibilities, she also serves as head of the Drama Department at 
Matewan High. In light of her background as a former actress and 
director with The Araconia Story Inc. summer productions, this 
additional role is well suited for her talents. As a result of her 
dedication, Ms. Call will receive an educational technology package 
from the Smarter Kids Foundation valued at $14,000.
  It is with great pride that we recognize a woman who has inspired and 
motivated so many of our youth in West Virginia. Through her 
experimental, yet effective teaching style, Bridget Call has 
contributed greatly to the education of an entire generation of youth 
in southern West Virginia and I am certain she has been an inspiration 
to her colleagues as well. As I have said in the past, education is not 
a solitary endeavor or achievement, nor is it to increase an 
individual's fortunes, but rather it is to enrich the whole of the 
family.
  America's 229-year-old history is rich with those who have made a 
difference through educating themselves. Rather using what they have 
learned to not only educate others but to raise our Nation to inspiring 
heights. Because of their achievements we continue to prosper from 
their education and willingness to share their knowledge. The people of 
West Virginia have always striven for excellence. West Virginians are 
continually working to better themselves and their communities through 
education. Ms. Call exemplifies the qualities that are displayed in all 
West Virginians. West Virginia and the educational system at large, is 
better for having Ms. Bridget Call.

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