[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 68 (Thursday, April 26, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E883]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    RECOGNIZING LENAPE MIDDLE SCHOOL

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                         HON. PATRICK J. MURPHY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 26, 2007

  Mr. PATRICK J. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise today to 
recognize Lenape Middle School of Doylestown, Pennsylvania. This school 
has consistently stretched beyond its own expectations, and was 
recently distinguished as a Don Eichhorn School to Watch.
  This honor is bestowed upon Lenape by a coalition comprised of the 
Pennsylvania Middle School Association, the Pennsylvania Department of 
Education, Lehigh University, Gettysburg College, and Duquesne 
University. It is one of only three Pennsylvania schools credited with 
this achievement, and should serve as inspiration for other schools 
around the country. It is through the dedicated efforts of teachers, 
administrators and students that America will keep its place at the 
pinnacle of success in education.
  Lenape Middle School is a prime example of the success for which we 
strive each and every day. Through hard work, Lenape reaches new 
heights every school year. It meets and exceeds expectations, and 
celebrates learning.
  Beyond academics, however, Lenape creates a flexible learning 
environment conducive to the struggles and pressures of early 
adolescence. Students are provided with the best teachers and resources 
available, and have the opportunity to excel in the areas they most 
enjoy. The performance of Lenape Middle School has once again raised 
the bar throughout the country, and they are to be applauded for their 
accomplishments.
  Madam Speaker, strong public education sets the United States apart 
from the rest of the world. Lenape has been recognized as a Don 
Eichhorn School to Watch because it is a leader in public education; it 
is blazing a new trail in middle school education that other schools 
will do well to follow.

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