[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 137 (Tuesday, October 25, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2165-E2166]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   RECOGNITION OF MRS. BONNIE MANLEY

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                       HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 25, 2005

  Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Mrs. 
Bonnie Marley of San Diego, California and Mr. Ron Blackman of Fort 
Wayne, Indiana. These special individuals dedicated their lives to 
educating the United States' next generation of cosmetologists. Mrs. 
Manley and Mr. Blackman were owners of Pivot Point International member 
schools, part of a global beauty education company headquartered in my 
district. They honorably supported the company's philanthropic 
commitment to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children 
(NCMEC).
  Mrs. Manley was passionate about the welfare of children. Whether it 
was caring for her own grandchildren, or a missing child hundreds of 
miles away, she inspired her students to raise more than $50,000 for 
NCMEC.
  Ron Blackman refused to allow even a disaster to stop his commitment 
to the National Center. Despite severe flood damage to his school, he 
continued to raise money. Each year their students joined hundreds of 
others nationwide to raise money for NCMEC. Their contributions are now 
approaching the $500,000 mark.
  Tragically, both of these amazing individuals have recently passed 
away. To honor their commitment to children, the Pivot Point Member 
Schools have created the ``Manley-Blackman Spirit Award.'' This award 
will be given to a Pivot Point school owner, faculty member, or staff 
person who demonstrates a willingness to push limits, has shown a 
commitment to community service, inspires others to be the best they 
can be, and demonstrates perseverance in the face of adversity. I hope 
that all my colleagues join me in recognizing the lives and 
achievements of Bonnie Manley and Ron Blackman.

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