[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 77 (Tuesday, June 4, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E779]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   ACKNOWLEDGING DR. VICKI BARBER'S SERVICE TO CALIFORNIA'S EDUCATION

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                          HON. TOM McCLINTOCK

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 4, 2013

  Mr. McCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Vicki 
Barber who will be retiring from the El Dorado County Office of 
Education after an exceptional 30 years of service.
   Dr. Barber began her career with the El Dorado County Office of 
Education in July 1983 and rose through the ranks, first becoming 
elected as County Superintendent of Schools in 1994. Dr. Barber's 
success is best exemplified through the numerous awards and 
recognitions she has received during her 19-year tenure as County 
Superintendent.
   Twice she has been named Superintendent of the Year by the Small 
School Districts' Association and the Regional Association of 
California School Administrators. Most recently Dr. Barber was given 
the honor of Exemplary Leader in the region by the American Leadership 
Forum. Dr. Barber's true commitment to the field of education and her 
dedication to the job are shown through these awards.
   Dr. Barber is also a board member of the Boys and Girls Club, 
Marshall Hospital, El Dorado County Chamber of Commerce and has held 
leadership positions in various local and statewide organizations. She 
plans to continue her role as an advocate and contributor to public 
education after her retirement on June 30, 2013. Her legacy will live 
on in the El Dorado County Office of Education, and she will remain a 
fine example of the culture of service that ought to be reflected in 
every public official.
   It is my honor to rise today in appreciation and acknowledgement of 
her service to our community.

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