[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 158 (Thursday, October 20, 2011)]
[Senate]
[Page S6869]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO AMBER AUGUSTUS

   Mr. COONS. Mr. President, it is with great pleasure that I 
rise to honor the 2012 recipient of the Delaware Teacher of the Year 
Award, Mrs. Amber Augustus. For over 7 years, Mrs. Augustus has been 
providing Delaware children with an exceptional education in the fields 
of Social Studies, Math, and Science. Every day Amber approaches 
teaching with an unyielding determination and passion that fosters a 
wonderful learning environment for her students. Today, I give thanks 
to her and all the teachers across the state of Delaware who help 
foster a love for learning and a desire for knowledge with every 
student they teach.
  It is essential that we continue to take the time to honor excellent 
educators who are devoted to preparing the next generation of young 
adults. Day in and day out, teachers and educators across the country 
are tasked with the enormous responsibility of preparing our children 
for their futures and helping them to achieve their dreams. It is 
imperative that we encourage our teachers and thank them for inspiring 
our youth to be all that they can be. Mr. President, teachers like 
Amber Augustus are shining examples of the generous and giving spirit 
of the American people.
  I congratulate Mrs. Amber Augustus on being named the 2012 Delaware 
Teacher of the Year. Her hard work and dedication to her students and 
the state of Delaware is greatly appreciated. On behalf of all 
Delawareans, I extend my thanks to each and every teacher who was 
nominated for this coveted award and to the continued efforts of 
teachers across the country to invest in and provide quality education 
to America's youth.

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