[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 102 (Thursday, June 19, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1287-E1288]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          HONORING IRENE MOORE

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, June 19th, 2008

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize Irene Moore 
of Saint Joseph, Missouri. Irene is a student at Benton High School and 
she has been chosen to receive the YWCA Women of Excellence Future 
Leader Award.
   Irene is an academic leader who has challenged herself with rigorous 
classes and ranks in the top 10 percent. She is the editor and a chief 
writer of the school newspaper and was business manager for two years, 
as well as Vice President of her junior class and President of the 
senior class. Irene was one of the founding members of Students 
Everywhere Encourage Diversity (SEED), a group that promotes respect 
and tolerance among students. As a 3-year member of the Fellowship for 
Christian Athletes, she has helped the group grow to as many as 15 
students. She is on the FCA Leadership Crew and often prepares the 
lesson for the meeting. Her school honors

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include Citizen of the Quarter, National Honor Society, academic letter 
and pins, a drama award, and even Rookie of the Year for volleyball. 
Starting as a freshman, Irene joined activities such as volleyball, 
PTSA, choir, theater, JROTC, and peer helpers.
   Her positive nature is cherished by her pastor: ``As I have heard 
her speak in front of crowds at youth events and on mission trips to 
the Dominican Republic, I have heard her encourage many people, both 
her peers and the adults who work around her. She is a shining example 
of what teachers, leaders, and bosses want to have their students 
behave like. In many ways, she shows maturity beyond her years.''
   Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in recognizing Irene 
Moore. She is an outstanding member of our community and I wish her the 
best in her bright future. I am honored to represent her in the United 
States Congress.

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