[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 90 (Wednesday, June 6, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1222]
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                        HONORING GEORGE E. STEPP

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                             HON. TOM DAVIS

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 6, 2007

  Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. 
George E. Stepp for 38 years of dedicated service to the youth of 
Fairfax, VA.
  Mr. Stepp began his career in 1969 as a social studies teacher with 
Fairfax County Public Schools. He quickly and eagerly made the 
transition to the administrative side when he was promoted to become 
assistant principal at Falls Church High School. Mr. Stepp went on to 
serve as principal at West Springfield High School for 6 years and Lake 
Braddock Secondary School for 3 years. In 1989, he became the 
superintendent of schools for area IV in the Fairfax County Public 
School system. He served in this position until he retired to become 
superintendent of schools for the city of Fairfax.
  Over his career, Mr. Stepp has demonstrated an interest in his 
students, a desire to help them succeed, and the ability to put these 
aspirations into policies that create positive tangible outcomes. All 
students, faculty and parents who have been through one of his school's 
have expressed their heartfelt appreciation for the tireless work he 
has undertaken on their behalf.
  Madam Speaker, in closing, I would like to commend and congratulate 
Mr. George E. Stepp for all of his accomplishments. His legacy of 
success is found in each and every student who has traveled through his 
halls, taken his tests, and is now a contributing member of our 
community. While he will be greatly missed, his retirement is well 
deserved. I call upon my colleagues to join me in applauding George for 
these past accomplishments and in wishing him continued success in the 
years to come.

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