[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 140 (Thursday, October 1, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2416]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




       IN RECOGNITION OF THE JOHN ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1969

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                        HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 30, 2009

  Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the John 
Adams High School Class of 1969 as they commemorate their 40 Year 
Reunion Celebration. The 1969 alumni of the John Adam's Rebels will 
observe this momentous occasion on Saturday, August 8th, 2009.
  John Adams High School opened in 1923 at East 116th Street and 
Corlett Avenue. The school was home to generations of Cleveland 
teenagers for decades, until it was closed in 1995, along with West 
Technical, and Aviation High Schools, to help cut the cities budget. 
John Adams High School was representative of the strong public 
education system, working class family environment and racial and 
cultural diversity that characterizes the city of Cleveland. After 
eleven years, John Adams High School was rebuilt and reopened in 2006.
  The class of 1969 was a cohesive and talented group who has since 
moved throughout the country, spanning from California to New York. But 
they maintained a strong base in the Cleveland area. This group of 
alumni is clearly dedicated to each other, and they have gathered for 
several reunions throughout the decades since their graduation. This 
reunion will surely be another success as they come together again to 
celebrate each other and the significant and momentous occasions that 
have taken place throughout their lives.
  Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join me in recognition of the 
John Adams High School Class of 1969 as they gather for their 40 Year 
Reunion Celebration. Their dedication to their past educational 
achievements and city of Cleveland is sure to provide for a joyous and 
memorable occasion.

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