[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 69 (Thursday, May 16, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E682]
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                      TRIBUTE TO MAXINE P. CLARKE

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

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 16, 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, Mrs. Maxine P. Clarke has answered that call by giving of 
herself as an educator at Dunaire Elementary School, and as a beloved 
wife, mother and friend; and
  Whereas, Mrs. Clarke has been chosen as the 2013 Teacher of the Year, 
representing Dunaire 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, Mrs. Clarke 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 Mrs. Maxine P. Clarke for 
her leadership and service for our District and in recognition of this 
singular honor as 2013 Teacher of the Year at Dunaire Elementary 
School; now therefore, I, Henry C. ``Hank'' Johnson, Jr., do hereby 
proclaim May 2, 2013 as Mrs. Maxine P. Clarke Day in the 4th 
Congressional District.
  Proclaimed, this 2nd day of May, 2013.

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