[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 63 (Tuesday, May 7, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E606]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    RECOGNIZING FORMER SECOND GRADE TEACHER, MRS. NINFA TREVINO PINA

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 7, 2013

  Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize former Second 
Grade Teacher, Mrs. Ninfa Trevino Pena, in honor of her contributions 
to the South Texas region. On May 8, 2013, Mrs. Pena celebrates her 
100th birthday and a lifetime of achievements as an educator.
  Mrs. Pena was born May 8, 1913, to father Manuel and mother Procora 
Izaguirre Trevino. The youngest of five sisters, Ninfa attended Texas 
A&I University in Kingsville, Texas where she earned her degree in 
Education. Upon receiving her degree she began her career as an 
educator. Throughout her career, Mrs. Pena became known for her work as 
a second grade teacher at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School and her 
dedication to assisting students with special needs.
  In 1937, Ninfa married Ernesto Pena Flores of Mission, Texas; and in 
1987, the couple celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary alongside 
their friends and family. Though Mr. Pena Flores has passed, Mrs. Pena 
continues to be a great influence in promoting strong family values. 
Reaching three generations, the Pena family has been honored as one of 
the original pioneer families of Mission, Texas. She has witnessed the 
lives of her six children, twelve grandchildren, and eleven great-
grandchildren. Mrs. Pena continues to live in Mission and remains a 
passionate supporter of education.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to have had the opportunity to recognize 
the remarkable life of Mrs. Ninfa Trevino Pena and her 100th birthday 
celebration. Thank you.

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