[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 20 (Thursday, February 7, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E145]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


   IN HONOR OF THE SINAI SCHOOLS AND ITS STRONG COMMUNITY OF PUBLIC 
                                SERVANTS

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                           HON. SCOTT GARRETT

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, February 7, 2008

  Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute 
to the SINAI Schools, which provide a fulfilling environment for 
meeting the unique educational needs of children and young adults with 
learning and developmental disabilities.
  Since 1982, the SINAI Schools have provided both Judaic and secular 
studies for individuals with a wide variety of special needs. Their 
elementary schools, high schools, and adult programs have earned praise 
from local leaders, parents, educators, and students alike. They are 
the only Jewish day school accredited by the Middle States Association 
of Colleges and Schools. The SINAI Schools tend to more than just the 
education of their students, they also care for their psychological and 
emotional well-being.
  SINAI Schools depends on a tremendous cadre of active community 
leaders to maintain the unparalleled excellence of their programs. This 
weekend, at their annual benefit dinner, they will honor eight of these 
supporters who have dedicated so much of their time and energy to 
ensuring that all people receive the quality education that they 
deserve: Moshe and Arianne Weinberger, Teaneck, New Jersey; Mendy and 
Nomi Schwartz, Teaneck, New Jersey; Jason and Chani Teigman, Englewood, 
New Jersey; and Peter and Carol Weissman, Fair Lawn, New Jersey.
  All of these individuals have demonstrated not only a strong 
commitment to education, but as active participants in their 
congregations and community groups like their local little leagues and 
volunteer ambulance corps they have also demonstrated real dedication 
to their heritage and their community as well. Such commitment is the 
backbone of our society, and I join the families of the SINAI Schools 
in commending these individuals this weekend.

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