[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 123 (Tuesday, September 14, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1581]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          HONORING EVAN BLASINGAME OF NAPA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 14, 2010

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay 
tribute to Evan Blasingame, who is being honored as the Napa County 
2011 Teacher of the Year.
  Mr. Blasingame has taught United States History and International 
Baccalaureate History of the Americas at St. Helena High School since 
2007. Before his move to the Napa Valley he taught in Mendocino County, 
where he was named Laytonville High School Teacher of the Year.
  To Evan, teaching and learning do not stop at the classroom door. 
Throughout his teaching career, Evan has volunteered to serve as 
Academic Decathlon Coach, National Honor Society advisor, Interact Club 
advisor and English Club advisor. He has also supported his peers by 
serving as St. Helena Teachers Association Site Representative, WASC 
Team Leader, Teacher Representative to the District Advisory Council 
and Cofounder of the Vets Back to School Program.
  Mr. Blasingame is known as one of the hardest working teachers in 
Napa County. His door is always open to his students to ensure they 
reach their fullest potential. He is an engaging speaker who is 
incredibly passionate about his subject matter and his passion is 
passed onto his students. He makes history fun and accessible.
  A great teacher can have an impact on a young person that lasts 
forever. All of us can remember a teacher who has had a profound 
influence on our lives. Mr. Blasingame has had this impact on hundreds 
of students and is a sterling example of the best his profession has to 
offer.
  Madam Speaker and colleagues, it is my distinct pleasure to recognize 
Evan Blasingame for the leadership, guidance and inspiration he has 
provided to hundreds of young people throughout his career. I join his 
wife, Hiromi, his son Kai and the entire community in thanking him for 
his service and wishing him continued success and fulfillment.

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