[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 120 (Tuesday, July 22, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1522]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          TRIBUTE TO DON BETTS

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                            HON. TOM LATHAM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 22, 2008

  Mr. LATHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Don Betts as the 
recipient of the 2008 Educator of the Year from the Iowa Association of 
Alternative Education and for his outstanding service as a teacher and 
director at Carrie Lane Alternative School in Charles City, Iowa.
   The Educator of the Year award is presented each year to an 
alternative educator who makes a significant contribution to 
alternative education in Iowa. Don currently is the only teacher at 
Carrie Lane. He understands that in alternative education, 
relationships based on encouragement are necessary, and he continues to 
build upon those relationships well after graduation. His hard work and 
motivational skills have helped many students persevere and earn their 
high school diplomas, and the confidence he instills in his students 
opens doors to learning opportunities and future success.
   I congratulate Don Betts on his well-
deserved award, and I'm certain that he will continue to touch the 
lives of many students in his community. It is a great honor to 
represent Don in the United States Congress, and I wish him continued 
success at Carrie Lane Alternative School.

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