[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 138 (Tuesday, October 23, 2012)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1715]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CONGRATULATING MOCKINGBIRD ELEMENTARY FOR BEING NAMED A NATIONAL SCHOOL 
                              OF CHARACTER

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                          HON. KENNY MARCHANT

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 23, 2012

  Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today 
to congratulate Mockingbird Elementary of Coppell, Texas for being 
recognized as a National School of Character by the Character Education 
Partnership. Mockingbird Elementary was chosen for its ability to 
foster positive character development of within its curriculum.
  Since 2004, Mockingbird Elementary has been a leader in implementing 
initiatives designed to build the character of its students. These 
interschool programs promote positive socialization between developing 
children and create a friendlier and cohesive educational environment.
  Educational success and positive development of our nation's youth 
comes from hard work, innovation and a supportive community. I am proud 
to represent such a community, and especially a school that is reaching 
and surpassing all expectations. On behalf of the 24th Congressional 
District of Texas, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating 
Mockingbird Elementary in being recognized for its work as a national 
leader in proper character development and being named a National 
School of Character.

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