[Congressional Record Volume 158, Number 155 (Wednesday, December 5, 2012)]
[House]
[Page H6662]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CONGRATULATING RYAN DEVLIN ON RECEIVING 2013 PENNSYLVANIA TEACHER OF 
                             THE YEAR AWARD

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 
congratulate Ryan Devlin of Brockway, Pennsylvania, on receiving the 
2013 Pennsylvania Teacher of the Year Award. Ryan is the youngest 
educator to receive this esteemed award. His recognition also marks the 
2nd consecutive year in which the recipient is from the Fifth District 
of Pennsylvania, which I'm proud to represent.
  In 2009, Ryan completed his master's degree in education at 
California University of Pennsylvania. The following year he was hired 
by the English Department at Brockway Area School District. Today, he 
teaches British literature, creative writing, digital media, and 
computer science, and also serves as the adviser to the senior high 
gifted program.
  Ryan is a teacher that goes above and beyond, a characteristic he has 
demonstrated year after year. For example, he's played an active role 
in introducing new technology to both students and staff and has worked 
to develop 21st century learning skills in a classroom environment that 
fosters creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. Most 
importantly, Ryan works tirelessly to help his students achieve success 
in the classroom.
  Ryan Devlin, thank you for your commitment to the teaching 
profession. Congratulations.

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