[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 61 (Thursday, April 26, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E667-E668]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                             CRISTINA MERAZ

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                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, April 26, 2012

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and applaud 
Cristina Meraz for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors 
for Youth award. Cristina Meraz is a 12th grader at Jefferson Senior 
High and received this award because her determination and hard work 
have allowed her to overcome adversities.
  The dedication demonstrated by Cristina Meraz is exemplary of the 
type of achievement that can be attained with hard work and 
perseverance. It is essential students at all levels strive to make the 
most of their education and develop a work ethic which will guide them 
for the rest of their lives.

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  I extend my deepest congratulations to Cristina Meraz for winning the 
Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. I have no doubt 
she will exhibit the same dedication and character in all her future 
accomplishments.

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