[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 5 (Tuesday, January 15, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E11-E12]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       HONORING MS. TAMMY DODSON

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                        HON. THOMAS G. TANCREDO

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 15, 2008

  Mr. TANCREDO. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Ms. Tammy 
Dodson from Colorado's 6th Congressional District for being recognized 
as a finalist for the American School Counselor Association's first 
School Counselor of the Year award.
  As a former educator, I understand the constructive job counseling 
takes in the development of our children. The roles and 
responsibilities of student guidance counselors have increased over the 
past few decades, and so too has the quality and professionalism of 
their work. This month, the American School Counselor Association seeks 
to nationally commemorate the finest counselors our nation has

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to offer. Chosen by a diverse group of educational specialists and 
public officials, ten individuals are to receive this year's precedent 
award. Ms. Dodson is one of these fine individuals!
  As an additional honor, Ms. Dodson and her fellow finalist will have 
the chance to participate in a congressional briefing to discuss the 
role of school counselors in obtaining student achievement. I am 
certain the experiences and insights these accomplished individuals 
share will enable them to provide Members with unique and valuable 
insight into this area.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me today in celebrating the 
accomplishments of Ms. Dodson. She is a shining example of excellence 
in her field; may her achievements inspire others to be the same.

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