[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 139 (Monday, September 19, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1653]
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                   TRIBUTE TO TAFT UNION HIGH SCHOOL

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                          HON. KEVIN McCARTHY

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 19, 2011

  Mr. McCARTHY of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Taft 
Union High School in my district which celebrated its 100th anniversary 
yesterday on September 18, 2011.
  Taft Union High School is located in the city of Taft and is a 
comprehensive public high school where students receive the best 
possible education. The school provides programs for students to 
develop their communication skills, critical thinking and problem 
solving capabilities, and technological aptitude. These programs help 
develop the students into independent thinkers who are active 
participants in their communities.
  I celebrate with the students, parents, teachers, staff, and alumni 
of Taft Union High School on such an outstanding accomplishment of 
providing opportunities for teamwork, leadership, competition, and 
personal and intellectual development over the last century. The many 
years of dedication to the young people in Kern County will continue to 
benefit us for years to come.
  On behalf of the residents of the 22nd Congressional District, I 
commend Taft Union High School on the 100th anniversary of its 
founding. I am very proud of the accomplishments of the school since 
its founding in 1911 and I know that the parents, teachers, neighbors 
and fans in our community will join me in congratulating this wonderful 
achievement and we hope there are 100 years to come.

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