[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 52 (Thursday, May 4, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E722]
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   CONGRATULATING BOB RUTLEDGE ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT AS 
               HEADMASTER OF ST. PAUL'S EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

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                             HON. JO BONNER

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 4, 2006

  Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, it is a real pleasure to rise today to honor 
Mr. Bob Rutledge, a man who has devoted practically all of his adult 
life to the benefit of literally thousands of young men and women who 
live in Mobile, Alabama. In just a few days, Bob will be stepping down 
as headmaster of St. Paul's Episcopal School in Mobile.
  For the past 33 years, Bob has been an integral part of the school's 
history and development, and he leaves behind a rich legacy that has 
helped to make St. Paul's one of the finest schools in Alabama.
  Bob began his career in education in the Florida public school system 
where he served as a teacher and coach of both the football and track 
teams. In 1971, he moved to Jackson, Mississippi, where he served at 
St. Andrew's Episcopal School as the director of the upper school, 
director of athletics, and varsity football coach.
  In 1973, he joined the staff of St. Paul's, initially serving as the 
school's head football coach and athletic director. In no time, it 
became apparent that Bob Rutledge's influence and leadership extended 
far beyond the athletic field.
  In 1984, Bob assumed the role of upper school director, and a few 
years later, he was tapped assistant headmaster as well as admissions 
and alumni director. And in 1994, the Board of Trustees appointed Bob 
headmaster, making him only the sixth person to hold this important 
position in the school's rich history.
  Mr. Speaker, without a doubt, Bob Rutledge has worked tirelessly to 
help transform St. Paul's into one of the premier college-preparatory 
schools in the southeast. Moreover, he has worked hard to build a 
school that is recognized throughout the state for its top-notch staff 
and first-rate faculty.
  Without question, Bob Rutledge is an outstanding example of the 
quality of individuals who have devoted their entire life to the field 
of education. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join with me in 
congratulating Bob on his remarkable career and his many, many 
contributions. I know his lovely wife, Martha, as well as his family, 
friends, and the entire St. Paul's community join with me in praising 
Bob for his accomplishments and extending our sincerest thanks to him 
for his many efforts over the years on behalf of the young men and 
women who have been a part of St. Paul's Episcopal School.

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