[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 76 (Thursday, May 8, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E858]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             MACOMB COUNTY SCHOOLS EARN BLUE RIBBON STATUS

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                         HON. CANDICE S. MILLER

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 8, 2008

  Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Madam Speaker, this week the Michigan Board 
of Education designated five schools across the entire State as Blue 
Ribbon Exemplary Schools. You might ask why this is significant. Well, 
I will tell you why.
  The Blue Ribbon is the most prestigious education award in the state 
and it distinguishes schools for their excellence in leadership, 
teaching, curriculum, student achievement, parent involvement and 
community support.
  Well, I am proud to inform you that 2 of these schools reside in the 
10th Congressional District.
  Powell Middle School Bulldogs in Romeo and Malow Junior High Mustangs 
in Shelby Township rightfully earned this prestigious distinction. The 
Bulldogs and Mustangs under went a rigorous examination process which 
even included on sitevisits from state education officials.
  Under the leadership of Principal Jeffrey LaPerriere, Powell became 
the first school in the Rome Community School District to receive this 
honor. On the other hand, Malow Principal Robert Hock continued Utica 
Community School District's strong Blue Ribbon tradition by becoming 
the 22nd school to get the award.
  I commend all the teachers, parents and students for their steadfast 
commitment and dedication to achieve such a remarkable accomplishment! 
This is a great day for all Macomb County schools so congratulations on 
a job well done!

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