[Congressional Record Volume 157, Number 193 (Thursday, December 15, 2011)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E2276]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    TRIBUTE TO COACH ANDREW TRENKLE AND THE MAINE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL 
                           CONSTITUTION TEAM

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                       HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 15, 2011

  Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Coach Andrew 
Trenkle and the Maine South High School Constitution Team for their 
achievement in winning the Illinois State Title of the ``We the People: 
the Citizen and the Constitution'' competition. This extraordinary 
accomplishment marks the twentieth time in twenty one years that Maine 
South's team has won this title.
  ``We the People: the Citizen and the Constitution,'' a program 
sponsored by the Center for Civic Education, educates students on 
important issues including the purpose of government, the function of 
the Constitution, and the importance of citizen participation. 
Participants are encouraged to identify and communicate their own 
opinions, thereby developing strong skills in discussion, debate, and 
compromise. In the ``We the People'' competition. teams of students 
participate in simulated Congressional hearings, presenting statements 
and answering challenging questions about the United States 
Constitution. This year's victory of the 2011-2012 Maine South 
Constitution Team demonstrates their deep understanding of 
Constitutional principles as well as their aptitude for critical 
thinking and teamwork.
  Congratulations to all the members of the 2011-12 team: Coach Andrew 
Trenkle, Paul Ansani, Jeremy Apolinski, Austin Bryniarski, Ethan 
Campbell, Colton Cannon, Claire Floriano, Merrill Hester, Luke 
Kapolnek, Lauren Krone, Renee Kumon, Jimmy Loomos, Thomas Lis, Meredith 
Machon, Caroline Murphy, Kyle Richardson, Michelle Roberts, Allie 
Sakowicz, Daniel San Gabino, Matt Sherbahn, Katie Solberg, Sarah 
Tarabey, Caroline Unger, Maddy Vogg, Patrick Wohl, Alex Zaug and 
Lindsey Zawila.
  The United States of America was founded on the principles of civic 
involvement and responsibility. The students of Maine South High School 
have proven that they embody those principles and that they will grow 
to be passionate and capable future leaders. On behalf of the 9th 
Congressional District, I congratulate you on this outstanding 
achievement and wish you the best of luck at the National Competition 
in April 2012.

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