[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 72 (Thursday, June 8, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1071]
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                     IN RECOGNITION OF CHARRE TODD

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                             HON. MIKE ROSS

                              of arkansas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 8, 2006

  Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Charre Todd of 
Crossett, Arkansas who was recently awarded the 2005 Presidential Award 
for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching. This award is the 
Nation's highest honor for teaching in the fields of math and science.
  This annual presidential award was established by Congress in 1983. 
It provides special recognition to outstanding educators in the fields 
of mathematics and science for all 50 states, the District of Columbia, 
Puerto Rico, the U.S. Territories, and the U.S. Department of Defense 
Schools.
  I have always held education in the highest regard. As parents, 
educators, and public officials, we have an obligation, a moral duty, 
to ensure that students, from pre-school to high school and beyond 
receive the highest quality education possible. By properly educating 
our students and providing them with the tools they need in order to 
become successful adults, they will thrive in today's fast-paced and 
technological world.
  The most important component to our children's education is our 
teachers. Today, more than ever, our educators face new obstacles and 
challenges. As the son of public school educators, I have a deep 
respect and gratitude for all educators and their personal commitment 
to our children.
  America is deeply indebted to top-notch educators, such as Charre 
Todd, for their continued excellence in the classroom and commitment to 
our students. Today's teachers shape the very foundation of America's 
future. I am honored to recognize Mrs. Todd for her outstanding work, 
and extend my sincere gratitude for her dedication to educating our 
young people. Mrs. Todd is an inspiration to us all, and I consider it 
a privilege to serve as her United States Congressman in the House of 
Representatives.

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