[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 100 (Tuesday, June 17, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1245]
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                         TRIBUTE TO CHRIS RICE

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                             HON. DAVE CAMP

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 17, 2008

  Mr. CAMP. Madam Speaker, today I rise to congratulate and pay tribute 
to Chris Rice upon receiving the title of Northwestern Michigan 
Spelling Bee Champion, and for his valiant representation of Michigan's 
fourth district in the Scripps National Spelling Bee Championship this 
spring.
  Achieving previous high marks in the state level competition, it is 
not only Chris' exemplary study habits but his determination and focus 
that led him to the national competition in Washington, DC, this year. 
Chris' natural ability to spell became evident as a 4-year-old child 
when he began reading the news ticker displayed across the bottom of 
the television. After continuing to develop his love for spelling at 
school, Chris enlisted the help of his dedicated parents to begin 
practicing for spelling bee competitions.
  As his Representative, I am proud of the great wealth of knowledge 
displayed by Chris while competing against 288 students from across the 
United States during the spelling bee. Chris' focus on spelling and 
reading makes him a true example and role model to his fellow students 
across Michigan.
  On behalf of the 4th Congressional District of Michigan, I would like 
to extend my congratulations and thanks to Chris Rice for his 
educational achievements and leadership within Northwestern Michigan. I 
wish him the best in all of his future endeavors.

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