[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 44 (Wednesday, March 30, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E558]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING MS. MELANIE PETERS AS THE 2011 HURLBURT AFA CHAPTER 398 
                 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER OF THE YEAR

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                            HON. JEFF MILLER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 30, 2011

  Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ms. 
Melanie Peters as the 2011 Hurlburt AFA Chapter 398 Elementary School 
Teacher of the Year. Ms. Peters is an inspiration to her students and 
colleagues, and I am honored to recognize her achievements.
  Successfully getting a class of kindergarteners to construct and fly 
Styrofoam planes to test Bernoulli's Principle is an accomplishment 
worthy of recognition in itself. Ms. Peters surpassed this feat and 
also taught her five- and six-year olds about rocket propulsion using 
balloons.
  Her creative techniques coupled with her passion for flight continues 
to provide an enjoyable and unique learning experience for her fourth 
graders. In her classroom, also known as TOP FUN, Ms. Peters 
incorporates math, science, and technology into her student's 
curriculum by utilizing her knowledge of aviation. TOP FUN's doors open 
into a world where students learn that living and learning coexist as a 
combined adventure.
  Through her hard work and dedication, Melanie Peters continues to 
provide her students a solid foundation, upon which her students are 
able to grow, as their love for learning continues to soar. Teaching, a 
love Melanie credits to her mother, comes naturally to her, and is 
evidenced in the positive impact she has made on the lives of her 
students.
  Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am proud to 
recognize Ms. Peters for this great achievement and her commitment to 
excellence. Ms. Peters has earned the title of Elementary School 
Teacher of the Year. My wife Vicki joins me in congratulating Melanie 
Peters, and we wish her continued success.

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