[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 25, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E933-E934]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               RECOGNIZING FRANK LAY UPON HIS RETIREMENT

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 25, 2010

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
retirement of a great man and a good friend. Mr. Frank Lay is the true 
measure of a man--through his humility, through his leadership, through 
his commitment to others; he is a shining example to us all. For that 
reason, Madam Speaker, I am privileged and grateful to honor Mr. Lay on 
this day.
  Mr. Lay has spent the last 21 years as the principal of Pace High 
School. During his years as principal, Mr. Lay has been a driving force 
for growth and improvement throughout the halls of Pace High School. To 
the students, he is a compassionate friend. To the faculty, he is an 
innovative visionary. To the community, he is a principled leader.
  Mr. Lay is a committed and caring educator. He earned a Bachelor of 
Science in Education from Troy University in 1970. He later then earned 
a Masters in Physical Education from Georgia State University and a 
Masters in Administration from the University of West Florida. During 
his career, he was selected as the Georgia Teacher of the Year, Track 
and Field Coach of the Year, and Principal of the Year. Most recently, 
he was honored with the God in Government Lifetime Achievement Award. 
These accolades are a true testament as to the character and commitment 
of Mr. Lay.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am honored 
to recognize Frank Lay for his service to Northwest Florida. He is a 
dedicated educator and leader who will be sorely missed after his 
retirement. My wife Vicki and I wish all the best for continued success 
to Frank and his wife Nancy, his children, grandchildren, and entire 
extended family.

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