[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 68 (Tuesday, May 5, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1060]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    TEACHERS OF DREW MODEL SCHOOL HONORED FOR THEIR DEDICATION AND 
            COMMITMENT TO ACHIEVING ACADEMIC SUCCESS FOR ALL

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                       HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 5, 2009

  Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Madam Speaker, I rise today in 
honor of National Teacher Appreciation Week and to honor the teachers 
of Drew Model School for their outstanding and tireless efforts to 
raise academic achievement levels for all students at this institution.
  The teachers and staff at Drew Model School approach each student 
with the belief that every child learns best within a social 
environment that supports and respects his or her unique development. 
Their programs encourage children to develop independence of thought 
and confidence of character while learning at their own pace. 
Additionally, Drew faculty members incorporate the traditional approach 
of children working, learning, and developing in mixed-age groups with 
the academic experience of gentle guidance under a specially trained 
teacher.
  I am proud and grateful for the enthusiastic teachers at Drew Model 
School and would like to recognize Suneeta Maheshwari, Carol Oakes, and 
all Drew Model School educators who have shown admirable dedication to 
their students at this exemplary school.
  Teachers make a difference in all of our lives, and today, as well as 
everyday, I would like to extend my warm thanks for their hard work and 
service to America's children. I ask my fellow Members of Congress to 
join me in honoring Drew Model School teachers whose commitment to 
quality education is extraordinary and dedication to academic 
achievement is unmatched.

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