[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 177 (Thursday, November 20, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2291]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  IN RECOGNITION OF KENNETH OWENS UPON HIS RETIREMENT AS PRINCIPAL OF 
                 CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL IN MILTON, FLORIDA

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, November 19, 2008

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Kenneth Owens, who is retiring after almost 40 years of service as a 
teacher, coach, and administrator in the Northwest Florida school 
system. His passion and dedication proves that teachers can truly make 
a difference in the lives of their students, and I am proud to honor 
such an admirable leader of our community.
  Mr. Owens began his life as a public servant almost forty years ago. 
He spent his entire career enriching the lives of young people as both 
a teacher and a coach. Seventeen years ago, he came to Central High 
School in Milton, Florida as an assistant principal where he has 
remained ever since. As principal, Mr. Owens transformed Central High 
School from a ``C'' school to a ``B'' school under Florida's A+ Plan 
for Education. This tremendous achievement exemplifies Mr. Owens' 
commitment to Central's mission statement of providing an environment 
that encourages students to achieve their fullest potential. He has 
touched thousands of lives, and his devotion will never be forgotten. 
Although he is retiring from his position as an educator, Kenny Owens 
will always be a Central High School Jaguar.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of the U.S. Congress, I would like to thank 
Mr. Owens for his years of public service to the students and community 
of Northwest Florida. Vicki and I wish him and his family best wishes 
for continued success.

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