[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 68 (Wednesday, May 15, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E667]
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                           MERCEDES FIGUEROA

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                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 15, 2013

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and applaud 
Mercedes Figueroa for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service 
Ambassadors for Youth award. Mercedes Figueroa is an 8th grader at 
Wheat Ridge 5-8 and received this award because her determination and 
hard work have allowed her to overcome adversities.
   The dedication demonstrated by Mercedes Figueroa is exemplary of the 
type of achievement that can be attained with hard work and 
perseverance. It is essential students at all levels strive to make the 
most of their education and develop a work ethic which will guide them 
for the rest of their lives.
   I extend my deepest congratulations to Mercedes Figueroa for winning 
the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. I have no 
doubt she will exhibit the same dedication and character in all of her 
future accomplishments.

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