[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 86 (Wednesday, June 10, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1362]
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HONORING MARTIN KAIDO FOR HIS APPOINTMENT TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY 
                                ACADEMY

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                           HON. PHIL GINGREY

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 10, 2009

  Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize a 
young man from Georgia's 11th Congressional District who has 
distinguished himself as an excellent student and leader and has 
committed to serving his country. I am proud to announce that Martin 
Kaido from Marietta, Georgia, has received an appointment to the United 
States Military Academy.
  For the past year, Martin has attended West Point's Preparatory 
School in Fort Monmouth, New Jersey. Martin worked very hard during his 
year in prep school, and the results speak for themselves.
  Before the prep school, Martin attended St. Pius X Catholic High 
School. Martin was very involved athletically at St. Pius, 
participating in both wrestling and football, and has continued to 
excel in sports at the West Point Prep School. In addition to his 
scholastic and athletic achievements, Martin has also attained the rank 
of Eagle Scout and has even served as an assistant scoutmaster.
  Further, Martin is very involved with his church, where he serves as 
a Faith Formation Teacher, a Eucharistic Minister, an Atlanta 
Chorister's Guild Camp Counselor, and participates in the Church Teen 
Group. He also volunteers for the St. Francis Table, the St. Vincent de 
Paul Thrift Store, and Habitat for Humanity.
  Martin Kaido is an incredibly well-rounded young man, and I am 
honored to have the privilege to nominate him for an appointment to the 
U.S. Military Academy. I ask that my colleagues take this time to 
congratulate Martin as well as his parents, Michael and Mary Kaido, for 
his accomplishments. It is because of dedicated young people like 
Martin that America has the finest military in the world. Our Nation is 
fortunate to have his service.

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