[Congressional Record Volume 154, Number 184 (Tuesday, December 9, 2008)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2345]
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                          HONORING GRANT GATES

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                            HON. SAM GRAVES

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 9, 2008

  Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly pause to recognize the 
outstanding achievement of Grant Gates of Kansas City, Missouri. Grant 
has earned a perfect 36 ACT composite score. Grant is one of only three 
students from the state of Missouri and one of only fifty-two in the 
country to earn the perfect score.
  Madam Speaker, Grant has dedicated himself to his studies and 
extracurricular activities. As a junior at North Kansas City High 
School, Grant has participated in the Missouri Scholars Academy at the 
University of Missouri, the Superintendent's Student Advisory 
Committee, member of the high school swim team, member of the choir and 
Harmonaires show choir, and is a part of the school's state 
championship Scholar Bowl. Grant is currently working toward an 
International Baccalaureate diploma, Gold Medallion Honors diploma, and 
A+ Schools eligibility. Grant is also active in Boy Scout Troop 9 in 
North Kansas City.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that you join me, Gary and Elinor Gates, the 
North Kansas City Schools, and North Kansas City High School in 
applauding Grant Gates' outstanding achievement. We wish Grant many 
more years of success.

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