[Congressional Record Volume 151, Number 156 (Wednesday, December 7, 2005)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2463]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF DR. FRANK WILLIAM REIS

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 7, 2005

  Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in tribute and recognition of 
Dr. Frank William Reis, upon his retirement that reflects 35 years of 
exemplary service as an educator and leader within the public school 
and college arena.
  Dr. Reis honorably served our country as a Vietnam war veteran. 
Following his service, he enrolled in college and earned a bachelor's 
degree in education, MBA and ME degrees, and a Ph.D. in Educational 
Policy and Leadership. Equipped with an unwavering commitment to 
raising the lives of children through the power of education, Dr. Reis 
brought his enthusiasm and concern for his students into the inner city 
classrooms of Rhode Island. In 1974, Dr. Reis was named the Rhode 
Island Teacher of the Year--a rare occurrence at that time for an inner 
city schoolteacher.
  For the past 16 years, Dr. Reis served in critical positions at 
Cuyahoga Community College, most recently as executive vice president 
for Administration and chief operating office. His leadership and 
expertise served to elevate operations throughout the areas of human 
resources, training and development, public affairs, staff advancement, 
public safety, information technology, telecommunications and 
government affairs. Additionally, Dr. Reis instituted the ``Jennings 
Scholar'' program that recognizes outstanding public school teachers, 
K-12, throughout Greater Cleveland. Beyond his abiding dedication to 
his professional vocation, Dr. Ries has volunteered countless hours as 
a member and leader within numerous civic organizations, including the 
Community Organization for Drug Abuse Control, Kidscope, Recovery 
Resources and the Governor's Regional Economic Advisory.
  Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in honor and recognition 
of Dr. Frank William Reis, whose retirement reflects 35 years of 
educational excellence and accomplishment. Dr. Reis's steadfast 
devotion as an educator and leader in education has empowered and 
inspired countless students, young and old. We wish Dr. Reis and his 
family an abundance of peace, health and happiness as he journeys 
onward from here.

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