[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 30 (Thursday, March 9, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E325-E326]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  A TRIBUTE TO DR. SHEILA TOMLIN-REID

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                          HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, March 9, 2006

  Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I ask today that we recognize Dr. Sheila 
Tomlin-Reid, a distinguIshed member of the Brooklyn community. I am 
honored to pay tribute to this outstanding leader and I hope my 
colleagues will join me in recognizing her impressive accomplishments.
  Dr. Sheila Tomlin-Reid excelled in her education earning both a 
Masters of Science Degree in School Administration, Supervision and 
Leadership from Touro College School of Education and Psychology in New 
York City and a Masters of Science Degree and Advanced Post Graduate 
certificate in Guidance and Counseling from Brooklyn College of the 
City University of New York. In addition, she received a Doctorate in 
Education from Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
  Dr. Sheila Tomlin-Reid has worked with energy and dedication for many 
years as an Assistant Principal with the Department of Education at 
FDNY High School for Fire and Life Safety. Her passion and concern for 
New York's youth inspired her to found The Tomlin Foundation in 2003. 
Dr. Reid, who is currently CEO of the foundation, established the 
foundation to commemorate the life and visions of Elliott and Michael 
Tomlin. The foundation strives to provide educational scholarships to 
inner-city youth, which financially assists their goals and educational 
pursuits. The foundation also provides mentorship programs and health 
awareness programs to inner-city children and community residents.
  Dr. Reid is an active member of the community, especially in the area 
of health and wellness of women. Dr. Reid is a member of the 
Professional Women's Speaker Bureau which specializes in seminars, 
workshops and counseling designed to motivate women to increase self-
esteem, personal and professional development, business etiquette and 
leadership skills. She is also a member of the Women's Caucus of 
Edolphus Towns Organization and a member of Calvary U.F.W Baptist 
Church in Brooklyn.
  Dr. Sheila Tomlin-Reid is a phenomenal role model to not only the 
women of our community, but to our community as a whole. She has worked 
to better the lives of women and young children with contagious 
persistence. Her passionate and sensitivity deserves our thanks and f(x 
that I ask that we applaud Dr. Reid's outstanding achievements in our 
community.
  Mr. Speaker, I believe that it is incumbent on this body to recognize 
the accomplishments of Dr. Sheila Tomlin-Reid, as she offers her 
talents and community services for the good of our local communities.
  Mr. Speaker, Dr. Sheila Tomlin-Reid selfless service has continuously 
demonstrated a level of altruistic dedication that makes her most 
worthy of our recognition today.

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  Mr. Speaker, please join our community in honoring Dr. Sheila Tomlin-
Reid for her dedication and outstanding service to our community.

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