[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 35 (Wednesday, March 9, 2011)]
[Senate]
[Page S1498]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                       TRIBUTE TO TRACY VALENTINE

 Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. President, today I pay tribute to an 
outstanding Arkansas educator, Tracy Valentine.
  A teacher at Bragg Elementary School in West Memphis, Tracy is a 
recipient of the 2010 Milken Educator Award.
  This prestigious award is the Nation's preeminent teacher recognition 
program that has honored 2,500 teachers, principals and specialists 
with $25,000 awards. The criteria for selection of this award is 
exceptional educational talent as evidenced by outstanding 
instructional practices in the classroom, school and professional and 
policy leadership, and an engaging and inspiring presence that 
motivates and impacts students, colleagues and the community. Tracy 
surpassed these criteria. Her outstanding contributions and commitment 
to education have been noticed by her students, their parents as well 
as her colleagues.
  Tracy's passion for educating not only helps students, but also 
inspires those who work with her to do their best to encourage further 
development in the classroom. This truly is a major accomplishment in 
her career and something of which to be very proud.
  I would like to offer my appreciation for Tracy Valentine's 
determination and devotion to provide a quality educational experience 
for students as we continue to shape the eager, young minds of West 
Memphis and work to keep America globally competitive.

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