[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 5 (Tuesday, January 19, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E42]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         EDUCATOR HALL OF FAME

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                              HON. TED POE

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, January 19, 2010

  Mr. POE of Texas. Madam Speaker, teachers spend endless hours with 
our children preparing them for their future. These teachers are a role 
model for our children and continue to shape them each and every day.
  Lamar University honored four area educators on November 5, 2009 to 
be inducted into the Educator Hall of Fame--Joe Chenella, Ms. Sally 
House, Dr. Ron Sims, and Ms. Patty Sanderson.
  Mr. Chenella started his career at Bridge City High School as a math 
teacher. After working his way through the system, Mr. Chenella now 
serves as the Bridge City ISD Assistant Superintendent. He is proud to 
see his students involved in the community and the leadership roles 
they have chosen.
  Ms. House has taught students in Beaumont, Nederland, Lubbock, and 
Midland. She has been recognized for her outstanding work and continues 
her love for teaching by advising our future teachers at Lamar 
University.
  Dr. Sims has a passion for teaching and working with students. He has 
taught, served as assistant principal, and principal at local schools. 
He is now serving as Superintendent of Lumberton ISD.
  Ms. Sanderson has taught at Langham Elementary in Nederland for the 
past 14 years. She shows her love of teaching by encouraging her 
students and being a positive influence.
  On behalf of the Second District of Texas, I would like to 
congratulate these educators on their dedication and love for teaching. 
They truly inspire others and have made a difference in many students' 
lives.

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