[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 23 (Tuesday, February 28, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E205]
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       RECOGNIZING JOSHUA CARPENTER, EDEN'S ``YOUTH OF THE YEAR''

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 28, 2006

  Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Joshua Carpenter, 
a young man who was named town of Eden 2006 ``Youth of the Year.''
  Josh has demonstrated leadership and outstanding service to his 
school, community, and at the Boys and Girls Club of Eden in 
particular. Joshua became an active member of the Boys and Girls Club 
the year of its inception in 2002. He and his peers benefited from the 
experiences they shared at the club; therefore, Joshua decided that he 
would like to work at the Boys and Girls Club to share these 
experiences with other young members. He brings energy and enthusiasm 
to each activity and acts as a mentor for others.
  In addition to the work he does with the Boys and Girls Club, 
Carpenter is actively involved in the community where he lives. He 
participates in the ICC Church Youth group and volunteers at the PTA-
sponsored festivals as well as at family events that are held at the 
school.
  Joshua is an outstanding Eden High School senior. He has a keen 
interest in learning about other cultures and expands his awareness 
through his participation in the Model United Nations Club. He was 
named to the National Honor Society during his junior year and remains 
active in several NHS-sponsored programs. Additionally, Josh is a 
leading member of the tennis team.
  I am proud to honor Joshua Carpenter today, an outstanding young man 
and an emerging leader in the community. Mr. Speaker, I thank you for 
this opportunity to highlight the achievements of Joshua Carpenter and 
I am pleased to join with members of the community to congratulate him 
on being named the 2006 ``Youth of the Year.'' I wish him continued 
success and happiness in all of his future endeavors.

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