[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 67 (Friday, May 11, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E779]
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          UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PROCLAMATION

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                  HON. HENRY C. ``HANK'' JOHNSON, JR.

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 11, 2012

  Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker,
  Whereas, in the Fourth Congressional District of Georgia, there are 
many individuals who are called to contribute to the needs of our 
community through leadership and service; and
  Whereas, Mrs. Melody Poole Ellis has answered that call by giving of 
herself as an educator at Dunaire Elementary, and as a beloved 
daughter, mother, wife and friend; and
  Whereas, Mrs. Ellis has been chosen as the 2012 Teacher of the Year, 
representing Dunaire Elementary school; and
  Whereas, this phenomenal woman has shared her time and talents for 
the betterment of our community and our nation through her tireless 
works, motivational speeches and words of wisdom; and
  Whereas, Mrs. Ellis is a virtuous woman, a courageous woman and a 
fearless leader who has shared her vision, talents and passion to help 
ensure that our children receive an education that is relevant not only 
for today, but well into the future, as she truly understands that our 
children are the future; and
  Whereas, the U.S. Representative of the Fourth District of Georgia 
has set aside this day to honor and recognize Mrs. Melody Poole Ellis 
for her leadership and service for our District and in recognition of 
this singular honor as 2012 Teacher of the Year at Dunaire Elementary 
School;
  Now therefore, I, Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr., do hereby proclaim 
April 25, 2012, as Mrs. Melody Poole Ellis Day in the 4th Congressional 
District.
  Proclaimed, this 25th day of April, 2012.

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