[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 67 (Tuesday, May 14, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E649]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING ALICIA TURNER

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

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 14, 2013

  Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I submit the following 
Proclamation.
  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, Ms. Alicia Turner has answered that call by giving of 
herself as an educator at Midway Elementary School, and as a daughter, 
mother and friend; and
  Whereas, Ms. Turner has been chosen as the 2013 Teacher of the Year, 
representing Midway 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, Ms. Turner 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 Ms. Alicia Turner for her 
leadership and service for our District and in recognition of this 
singular honor as 2013 Teacher of the Year at Midway Elementary School; 
now therefore, I, Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr., do hereby proclaim 
May 8, 2013 as Ms. Alicia Turner Day in the 4th Congressional District.
  Proclaimed, this 8th day of May, 2013.

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