[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 162 (Thursday, December 9, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2109]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  HONORING MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN COLLEGE PARK, 
                                GEORGIA

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                            HON. DAVID SCOTT

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, December 9, 2010

  Mr. SCOTT of Georgia. Madam Speaker, distinguished colleagues, I rise 
today to extend my heartiest congratulations to Martin Luther King Jr. 
Elementary School in College Park in the 13th district of Georgia. This 
exceptional school has been granted a 2010 National Title I 
Distinguished School Award by the State of Georgia. I am proud to 
represent the hard-working students, dedicated teachers and strong 
administrators that made this achievement possible.
  Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School was founded in 2003 to 
provide quality instruction and challenging learning experiences for 
students. Among its core beliefs are a commitment to put children first 
and an understanding that children must accept responsibility for their 
learning in order to improve their future. The teaching curriculum is 
centered on its children; the teachers meticulously track student 
progress and collaborate to structure each student's lesson.
  As we consider the challenges that our education system faces, we 
should consider Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary an example of 
excellent student achievement. In addition to providing a welcoming 
environment for students and ensuring school safety, students are 
exposed to immersive, technology-rich lessons that will prepare them 
for the future. Detailed reports indicate not only the students that 
need individualized attention, but also the students who are excelling. 
Perhaps the best practices from this school, including the attention to 
detail and dedication to learning, can be used to aid students around 
the country to exceed expectations.
  Madam Speaker, I would like to personally congratulate the principal 
of this great institution, Dr. Machelle Matthews, who has led her 
school to new heights and helped her students to dream their own 
futures. Please join me in honoring the venerable Martin Luther King 
Jr. Elementary School on their achievement.

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