[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 92 (Tuesday, June 25, 2013)]
[Senate]
[Pages S5145-S5146]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    CONGRATULATING PHILLIPE RIBIERO

 Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, I am delighted to congratulate 
Pontiac High School chemistry and biology teacher Phillipe Ribiero for 
winning the qualifying round and advancing to the final round of the 
Make My Lab WoRx contest. This is a wonderful achievement that reflects 
his talent as an educator and the fine work that is happening across 
Michigan to ensure that the best and brightest are teaching our young 
people.
  The 2013 Make My LabWoRx contest is part of a program developed by 
Astellas Pharma. It seeks to increase the understanding of the role 
science plays in human health and medicine. The contest is comprised of 
seven qualifying rounds that take place across the country, including 
Michigan. To participate in the contest, science teachers must submit a 
lesson plan or experiment, along with a video demonstration. 
Involvement in this program allows teachers to showcase their passion 
for teaching science in a

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creative and exciting way. Mr. Ribiero's winning video and lesson plan 
instructed students on how to make an acid/base indicator using common 
household items. Mr. Ribiero's win in the 2013 Make My LabWoRx contest 
has provided Pontiac High School with a new microscope and funding 
necessary to purchase additional lab equipment.
  A quality education is fundamental to the future success of our young 
people, and to the health and prosperity of our country. This award is 
indicative of Mr. Ribiero's creativity, dedication and hard work as a 
science teacher, and his ability to challenge Pontiac High School 
students academically and to nurture their growth as individuals. I am 
proud of the example he has set, which represents the best of our 
State's educational system.
  I know that Mr. Ribiero's family, friends and the Pontiac High School 
community are all truly proud of his accomplishment. I also know my 
Senate colleagues join me in congratulating Phillipe Ribiero on this 
achievement. His work has brought pride to both Pontiac High School and 
the community at large. I wish Mr. Ribiero the best of luck as he 
continues to educate and inspire young minds for years to come.

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