[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 10 (Wednesday, February 1, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E63]
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                        HONORING JESSICA TURNER

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                             HON. RON LEWIS

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 1, 2006

  Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jessica 
Turner, an exemplary citizen from my district who was recently named 
recipient of the Elizabethtown Independent Schools' 2005-06 Excellence 
in the Classroom and Educational Leadership (ExCEL) Award.
  A teacher for more than six years, Ms. Turner promotes a unique style 
in her classroom that incorporates hard work, cooperation and respect 
among her kindergarten and first grade students at the Helmwood Heights 
Elementary School in Elizabethtown, KY. Year after year, she continues 
to capture the attention of her students, encouraging them to feel 
comfortable with themselves and with each other as she blends 
activities with lessons to keep them engaged and learning.
  In addition to her work in the classroom, Jessica Turner oversees the 
professional development of kindergarten, first-grade, and second-grade 
teachers and is a valuable resource to new faculty. Ms. Turner is also 
actively involved in numerous teacher training programs including the 
Kentucky Reading Project and the Louisville Writing Project.
  I applaud Jessica Turner's accomplishments in public education, an 
occupation of great responsibility and even greater reward. On behalf 
of so many in the Elizabethtown area, I would like to express my 
profound appreciation for her service and inspiration as she motivates 
young people to recognize and develop their talents and abilities.
  It is my great privilege to recognize Jessica Turner today, before 
the entire U.S. House of Representatives, for her achievements as an 
educator. Her unique dedication to the development and well-being of 
young people and the communities they will someday serve make her an 
outstanding citizen worthy of our collective honor and respect.

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