[Congressional Record Volume 152, Number 86 (Wednesday, June 28, 2006)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1298]
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                     CONGRATULATIONS TO RYAN MILLER

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                          HON. JAMES P. MORAN

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 28, 2006

  Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mr. 
Ryan Miller of Arlington, Virginia, on being awarded the Air Force 
Association's DW Steele Chapter ``Teacher of the Year Award.''
  Mr. Miller teaches Astronomy and International Baccalaureate-level 
Environmental Science at Washington-Lee High School in Arlington. Mr. 
Miller opens up the often demanding field of math and the sciences 
through his challenging, but innovative, lab experiments and lessons. 
Furthermore, his expertise and exuberance for science has significantly 
contributed to an improved curriculum for Earth and Space Sciences, as 
well as the enrollment of more students into his science classes. Also 
as part of his responsibilities, Mr. Miller assists students in science 
fair competitions at Washington-Lee and in regional competitions.
  Ryan's selfless dedication to public service plays a significant role 
in shaping our future economy. The United States is facing increasing 
competition in the workplace from foreign nations that are investing 
heavily in math and science studies. Science and technology related 
jobs are among the fastest growing fields in our economy, and studies 
have indicated that our Nation is falling behind compared to the 
investment of foreign nations. Mr. Miller's use of the latest 
technology available to students, his interesting and motivating 
experiences, and his passion for science have genuinely assisted in 
helping our Nation narrow this gap.
  When he is not dedicating his time to improving the minds of his 
students, Mr. Miller is spending his spare time on his own education. 
He is currently enrolled at George Washington University, taking 
classes for his doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction.
  Mr. Miller is truly an asset to the students he inspires and the 
lives he shapes in the 8th District of Virginia. I congratulate him on 
being awarded this great honor.

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