[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 151 (Thursday, November 18, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1980]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     CONGRESSIONAL RECOGNITION FOR PUEBLO DEL SOL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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                        HON. GABRIELLE GIFFORDS

                               of arizona

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, November 18, 2010

  Ms. GIFFORDS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Pueblo Del Sol 
Elementary School in Sierra Vista, Arizona which has been designated a 
2010 National Blue Ribbon School.
  This is a significant honor for the students, parents, teachers, 
staff and administrators of Pueblo Del Sol, which is in Arizona's 8th 
Congressional District. Pueblo Del Sol was among just four schools in 
the State of Arizona and 304 in the Nation to receive this prestigious 
award.
  Principal Jim Sprigg as well as former Principal John Wilson, who 
retired last year, played major roles in leading the school to this 
award. I extend my congratulations to both of them for establishing and 
maintaining an outstanding tradition of educational excellence.
  It also is important to note that this award would not have been 
possible without the dedication of Pueblo Del Sol students who come to 
school each day ready to learn and anxious to apply themselves to their 
education. The success of the students would not have been possible 
without the support and guidance given to them by their parents.
  We have, unfortunately, become accustomed to hearing discouraging 
educational news. We are encouraged, however, that those affiliated 
with Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School have shown that even with tight 
financial constraints, schools with students and teachers who are 
determined to succeed will excel.
  The people of Sierra Vista and the members of the Sierra Vista 
Unified School District should be very proud to have such a stellar 
school in their community. I share their pride and am pleased to have 
Pueblo Del Sol Elementary School in my Congressional District as an 
example of the excellence that is possible in our public education 
system.
  I am honored to recognize the students, parents, teachers, staff and 
administrators of Pueblo Del Sol on this outstanding national award. It 
is a testament to their dedication, perseverance and an unwavering 
commitment to learning.

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