[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 31 (Tuesday, February 26, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E239]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING MICHELLE LINGO AS ESCAMBIA COUNTY TEACHER OF THE YEAR

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 26, 2008

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States 
Congress, it is an honor for me to rise today in recognition of 
Michelle Lingo, Escambia County's Teacher of the Year.
  For the past 11 years, Michelle Lingo has influenced the academic 
success of elementary school students. Ms. Lingo's exceptional teaching 
capabilities have enhanced the learning opportunities for the students 
she teaches, while her countless hours of service and dedication have 
enabled her students to attain academic excellence. When asked to 
elaborate upon her profession, Ms. Lingo replies that as a teacher, she 
``view[s] every day as a new chance to inspire a child.'' Her passion 
for teaching is rivaled only by the love she has for her students, and 
her unwavering devotion strengthens the school system as a whole.
  Propelled by her dedication to the education system, Ms. Lingo began 
her teaching career in 1996 as a first grade teacher. Over time, Ms. 
Lingo furthered her devotion and expanded beyond the parameters of the 
typical classroom, first as a reading coach and then as a media 
specialist, a position in which she continues to serve. Though some 
would consider her current position overwhelming, Ms. Lingo balances 
the demands of her career with a jubilant attitude and exceptional 
enthusiasm.
  The title of Teacher of the Year is an immense honor and is evidence 
of the greatness Ms. Lingo has attained. Beyond the title lies Ms. 
Lingo's dedication and devotion to not only her students, but to the 
entire community. Her teaching skills and affable personality have 
influenced many and have pushed countless students to a higher level of 
academic achievement. Ms. Lingo's outstanding accomplishments have 
distinguished her as one of the great teachers in northwest Florida, 
and the Escambia County School District is honored to have her as one 
of their own.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am proud to 
recognize Michelle Lingo on this outstanding achievement and for her 
exemplary service in the Escambia County School District.

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