[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 25 (Thursday, February 14, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E203]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING HELEN LODGE, DR. JOREA MARPLE, SARAH STEBBINS, AND JENNIFER 
                                 BAILEY

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                       HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO

                            of west virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 14, 2008

  Mrs. CAPITO. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor four outstanding 
women in my district who are being honored for their commitment to 
their communities and for serving as role models to countless young 
women, empowering them to succeed. The Young Women's Christian 
Association of Charleston, WV named Helen Lodge, Dr. Jorea Marple, 
Sarah Stebbins, and Jennifer Bailey as the 2008 Women of Achievement 
Honorees.
  Helen has spent her career as a dynamic leader and advocate for 
health and nutrition in West Virginia. Early in her career, she was 
integral in the West Virginia State Legislature passing legislation to 
require early detection testing for newborns for phenylketonuria, PKU, 
a simple test that can prevent mental deficiency in newborns. She has 
received numerous recognitions throughout her career and currently 
chairs the West Virginia Board of Licensed Dieticians. As active leader 
in her Charleston community, Helen assists with the fundraising efforts 
of the West Virginia Symphony League and Youth Symphony and the 
American Heart Association.
  Dr. Jorea Marple represents one of the most noble professions, 
educating our young people. Her 30-year career includes stints as a 
teacher, reading specialist, graduate and undergraduate instructor, and 
a former superintendent of Kanawha County schools. Her most noteworthy 
achievement is authoring the book, An Insider's Guide to Making School 
Systems Work. Dr. Marple currently serves as Assistant State 
Superintendent of the West Virginia Department of Education overseeing 
curriculum and instruction.
  Sarah Stebbins is a pioneer among women in the development of 
information technology in the aeronautics and astronautics industries. 
A graduate of WVU, she began her career in the development of early 
computers and later worked as an aerospace research analyst for the Air 
Force and as a project leader in the Naval Research Lab in the Space 
Systems Development Department. Her most notable achievement is helping 
with the software development of the Global Positioning System, a 
technology that has revolutionized the way we view and navigate our 
world and beyond. Sarah retired in her hometown of Charleston, WV with 
her husband and family.
  Finally, I would like to honor Jennifer Bailey, the recipient of the 
YWCA Women of Achievement Empowerment Award. Jennifer stands as a 
success story among the mission of the YWCA and is an inspiration to 
women in all walks of life for her ability to persevere and overcome 
numerous obstacles. The YWCA was there for Jennifer every step of the 
way in helping her overcome numerous personal obstacles. Jennifer now 
enjoys spending time with her son, working in retail, and maintaining a 
4.0 G.P.A. in her classes.
  Again, I congratulate Helen Lodge, Dr. Jorea Marple, Sarah Stebbins, 
and Jennifer Bailey, who will be honored February 21, 2008. It is an 
honor to represent such distinguished and inspiring women in West 
Virginia's Second Congressional District.

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