[Congressional Record Volume 156, Number 172 (Tuesday, December 21, 2010)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2230]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 TO CELEBRATE THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THOMAS JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL OF 
                         SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 21, 2010

  Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology, TJHSST, on the 
occasion of its 25th Anniversary. Established in 1985, Thomas Jefferson 
High School for Science and Technology is the result of collaboration 
among the local and State leaders, Fairfax County Public Schools and 
the business community to improve education in science, mathematics, 
and technology.
  Located in the heart of the 11th Congressional District of Virginia, 
TJHSST is the premier high school in the United States, and its success 
continues to make Fairfax County one of the most sought out communities 
in which to live and do business. It is one of 18 Governor's Schools in 
the Commonwealth of Virginia and is a founding member of the National 
Consortium of Specialized Secondary Schools of Mathematics, Science, 
and Technology.
  In 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010, TJHSST was ranked the best public 
school in the Nation by U.S. News & World Report and has fielded more 
National Merit Semifinalists than any other high school for most the 
1990s and 2000s. Between 2000 and 2005, more TJHSST students qualified 
for the United States of America Mathematical Olympiad than from any 
other high school and the school has a distinguished history of U.S. 
Physics Olympiad Team participation and medal winners. In 2007, 2009, 
and 2010, TJHSST held the record for the highest number of Intel 
Science Talent Search Semifinalists. Seven Rhodes Scholars have 
graduated from TJHSST, more than the number of Rhodes Scholars at most 
colleges in the entire country.
  Each year, more than 25 percent of the graduating class accepts 
admission to the University of Virginia. Other prominent colleges 
popular among the graduates include the College of William and Mary, 
Duke University, and Princeton University. A number of graduates also 
have accepted appointments to West Point or the U.S. Naval Academy, 
becoming officers in our Armed Forces.
  The incredible success of TJHSST would not be possible without the 
commitment of an exceptional educational staff, the dedication of 
parents and families, and the determination and drive of the students. 
All work together to support the efforts of every student and help 
ensure that each will succeed in college and during their professional 
lives.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in congratulating 
Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology on its 25th 
Anniversary and in commending the community and the school for 
providing the very best education possible for our next great 
generation.

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