[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 73 (Monday, May 5, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E814]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING ALESIA HAMILTON

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 5, 2008

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Ms. Alesia 
Hamilton, an exemplary individual and first grade teacher at Edison 
Elementary in St. Joseph, Missouri.
  In 2004, Ms. Hamilton, in accordance with her character of compassion 
and service, invited Mr. Alferd Williams, 70, into her class of 25 
students in order that he may finally learn to read. Her generous 
nature and commitment to the task of working with Mr. Williams 
demonstrates her willingness to go above and beyond what is required as 
a public school teacher. Ms. Hamilton was also recently recognized as 
the St. Joseph School District Teacher of the Year.
  In accordance with my Resolution to recognize the roles and 
contributions of America's teachers through National Teacher 
Appreciation Week, I would like to take a moment to individually 
recognize Ms. Hamilton as an educator selflessly committed to the 
development of our nation's students.
  Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in commending Alesia 
Hamilton for her service to America's students and for her efforts put 
forth in working with Mr. Williams. It is an honor to serve both of 
these individuals in the United States Congress.




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