[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 89 (Tuesday, June 21, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1137-E1138]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING GEORGE DAWSON MIDDLE SCHOOL ON BEING RECOGNIZED AS ONE 
                OF THE NATION'S TOP 100 SCHOOLS TO WATCH

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                          HON. KENNY MARCHANT

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 21, 2011

  Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride and pleasure that I 
rise today to recognize and congratulate George Dawson Middle School in 
Southlake, TX for being recognized as one of the Nation's Top 100 
Schools to Watch. George Dawson was chosen for its academic excellence, 
developmental responsiveness to students and ability to provide 
students with the resources, teachers and support they need.
  Sponsored by The National Forum To Accelerate Middle Grades Reform, 
the Schools

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to Watch program looks at schools that have the whole picture of 
education. After a written application is approved, state teams observe 
schools and conduct numerous interviews. Those who pass expectations 
are then approved to be Schools to Watch for three years. High-
performing teachers, strong leadership, and a commitment to bring about 
continuous improvement are but a few of the strict criteria George 
Dawson met to receive this prestigious honor.
  Educational success is the result of many factors, including hard 
work, innovation and a supportive community. I am proud to represent 
such a community, and especially a school that is reaching and 
surpassing all expectations. On behalf of the 24th Congressional 
District of Texas, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating 
George Dawson Middle School on its recognition as one of America's Top 
100 Schools to Watch.

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