[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 22 (Monday, February 22, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E178]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]


                        RECOGNIZING JANICE GOULD

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                           HON. MIKE QUIGLEY

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, February 22, 2010

  Mr. QUIGLEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the extensive 
and distinguished career of Janice Gould. She has been a teacher and a 
vital part of the Chicago community for 35 years.
  Ms. Gould teaches art at Lawrence Hall Youth Services, a school that 
treats, educates and provides a home to at-risk youth. Using the power 
of art, she shows her students that great accomplishments are possible. 
Her former students have participated in and won national art 
competitions and the Chicago City Clerk vehicle sticker contests.
  Ms. Gould herself has a long list of special honors and awards. She 
received the Kohl International Teaching Award, the Golden Apple 
Teaching Award and the Exceptional Teachers Award, as well as being a 
member of the National Teachers Hall of Fame. She and her students also 
started the ``Permanent Children's Art Collection'' for the Illinois 
State Board of Education, an exhibit designed as a reminder of what 
special-needs children can accomplish and create when given the ability 
to blossom.
  Under Ms. Gould's guidance, troubled youth can transform into self-
confident, competent young men and women. When most aspects of their 
lives have shrouded them in darkness, her art classes provide them the 
environment to develop their artistic talents and shine.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Janice 
Gould and her extraordinary career, and thank her for her many 
outstanding contributions to the City of Chicago and its youth. Her 
passion and dedication serve as an example for us all.

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