[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 55 (Tuesday, May 9, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E755]
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                    TRIBUTE TO LaQUINTA HIGH SCHOOL

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                             HON. MARY BONO

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 9, 2006

  Mrs. BONO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor an exceptional 
educational institution in the 45th Congressional District of 
California, La Quinta High School. Through the hard work and commitment 
of a tremendously talented faculty and staff, La Quinta High School has 
been named among the top 600 high schools in the nation by Newsweek 
magazine.
  La Quinta High School holds the 583th slot on a list of 1,000 of the 
top high schools in the United States of America. The high school was 
honored for the high number of students who participate in both 
International Baccalaureate and Advance Placement classes.
  Under the leadership of Principle Donna Salazar, La Quinta High 
School has established a record of success in the community by 
fostering an environment where students are challenged to excel and 
meet their academic dreams. As the highest ranked school in Riverside 
County, the Newsweek results are a testament to the high quality of 
this academic establishment.
  I am impressed by the openness of La Quinta High School to students 
wanting the opportunity to learn and to challenge their mind. With an 
ethically and socio-economically diverse student body, La Quinta High 
School is a model for schools around the state.
  Thomas Jefferson said, ``Educate and inform the whole mass of the 
people . . . They are the only sure reliance for the preservation of 
our liberty.'' Jefferson was a powerful advocate for freedom and his 
message of the importance of a knowledge-based population holds great 
significance for continuing prosperity of our nation.
  An educated public begins with our children and La Quinta High School 
is fulfilling our founding father's vision by fostering an educational 
environment that challenges today's students and tomorrow's leaders, to 
reach their academic potential.
  Mr. Speaker, I would like once again to pay tribute to La Quinta High 
School for this impressive achievement. I encourage my colleagues to 
join me in recognizing and celebrating this exceptional high school.

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