[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 116 (Tuesday, July 15, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1463]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           HONORING LOUISIANA REGION 7 PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR

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                         HON. RODNEY ALEXANDER

                              of louisiana

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 15, 2008

  Mr. ALEXANDER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Cooper Knecht, a 
principal at Herndon Magnet School in Caddo Parish. Knecht was recently 
awarded the Principal of the Year Award from Louisiana State Department 
of Education and the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education. 
This fall her dedication will rise to new heights as she serves as 
superintendent for Region 7 schools.
   Knecht's designation as Principal of the Year was based on evident 
collaborative and instructional leadership. Knecht was also appointed 
according to her community contributions, affiliation with educational 
organizations, and ability to inspire students to achieve scholastic 
accomplishments.
   Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating the 
accomplishments of Cooper Knecht. Her dedication to the growth and 
development of America's future leaders is worthy of applaud. Her 
leadership is a beneficial element to education in the 5th 
Congressional District of Louisiana that deserves acknowledgement.

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