[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 116 (Tuesday, July 15, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1466]
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                        TRIBUTE TO GARY SINNWELL

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 15, 2008

  Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate and recognize 
Gary Sinnwell as the recipient of the 2007 Siemens Award for Advanced 
Placement (AP) for his commitment and enthusiasm as a Mason City, Iowa 
High School teacher.
   Mr. Sinnwell is a mathematics instructor who has taught at Mason 
City High School for 20 years. He graduated from Waterloo Columbus High 
School and earned his teaching degree from the University of Northern 
Iowa. He continues to further his education by pursuing his master's 
degree. Mr. Sinnwell was humbled by the award and contributes his 
success to his own excellent teachers while in high school.
   Another secret to Mr. Sinnwell's success is his devotion to serving 
others. While in college, he volunteered his time at Waterloo West High 
School and found his calling in serving as a role model and helping 
guide youth. Mr. Sinnwell's goal is to help his students work 
cooperatively and be self-directed learners.
   I know that my colleagues in the United States Congress join me in 
commending and congratulating Gary Sinnwell. It is an honor to 
represent Mr. Sinnwell in Congress, and I wish him the best as he 
continues to provide a positive impact as a role model and educator for 
the youth he serves.

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