[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 71 (Wednesday, May 2, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E922]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                OAK PARK HIGH SCHOOL ACE MENTOR PROGRAM

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 2, 2007

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly rise to honor four outstanding 
individuals, Chris Avery, Clint Coffelt, Anh Nguyen, and Steven Yung 
who competed and finished in third place in the Ace Mentor/Construction 
Industry Round Table 2007 Design Competition Awards Program, 
representing Oak Park High School. The Oak Park team designed a small 
sports complex that would offer an opportunity for kids and young 
adults to escape the local streets.
  The ACE mentor program was designed to help high school students who 
are interested in careers in architecture, construction, or 
engineering. Students are introduced to the various design professions 
and the role that each performs in planning, designing and constructing 
a project. Students in this program gain firsthand insight into the 
design industry by touring project offices, visiting active 
construction sites, and by working closely with their mentors on ``real 
world'' projects.
  Also, I want to recognize the great leadership of the team including 
Amy Light, the math and science coordinator for the North Kansas City 
School District. It is also important to acknowledge the parents, 
family, mentors and friends who have helped these students succeed in 
their academic efforts.
  Madam Speaker, I ask you to join me in congratulating the Oak Park 
High School Ace Mentor Team on their achievements and wish them the 
best of luck in their future academic endeavors. It is an honor to 
represent this team in the U.S. Congress.

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