[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 83 (Thursday, June 4, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1320]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  RECOGNIZING DANIELLE MARGUERITE LYLE

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, June 4, 2009

  Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
Danielle Marguerite Lyle for her leadership and commitment to the 
community that she has displayed in Prince William County.
  Since the age of 5, Danielle has been involved in community 
activities. She has spent hundreds of hours volunteering with local 
organizations and other community activities. Since then, she has 
volunteered with numerous organizations such as the Hilda Barg Homeless 
Shelter, the Arc of Prince William County, senior homes, her local 
church and other programs. When asked, she says that she loves helping 
people and the community.
  Danielle also knows how to take initiative and lead. She participated 
in the Junior National Young Leaders Conference (Jr. NYLC) in April 
2009, and served as President of the Future Leaders Children's Book 
Club. Danielle has also been recognized for her leadership and 
intellectual abilities through the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented 
Youth Program, George Mason University Young Writers summer and weekend 
workshop, and the University of Virginia Summer Enrichment Program.
  Along with Danielle's volunteer and leadership accomplishments, she 
has also received many accolades. These include many semesters on her 
school's honor roll and winning the Martin Luther King Jr. writing 
contest for the 5th grade.
  With all of this, she still finds time to play the violin and piano, 
be a member of the Creative and Performing Arts Center and participate 
in track and field, basketball and gymnastics.
  Danielle's accomplishments would be noteworthy for any person. When 
her current age of 11 is factored in, these accomplishments are nothing 
short of remarkable.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in recognizing this 
bright young student and applauding her commitment to volunteerism and 
leadership. Our communities benefit greatly from the action and 
dedication of citizens like Danielle.

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