[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 108 (Thursday, July 25, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1143]
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              A.L. STANBACK MIDDLE SCHOOL: SCHOOL TO WATCH

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                          HON. DAVID E. PRICE

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 25, 2013

  Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 
congratulate the faculty, staff and students of A.L. Stanback Middle 
School in Hillsborough, North Carolina, on being designated one of 115 
``Schools to Watch'' by the National Forum to Accelerate Middle-Grades 
Reform. The ``School to Watch'' designation signifies that A. L. 
Stanback's administrators and teachers have created one of the most 
academically excellent, developmentally responsive, and socially 
equitable middle schools in the nation.
  I applaud A.L. Stanback's commitment to engaging students by 
challenging expectations and employing a variety of teaching methods. 
Reaching students during their middle school years is critically 
important, and A.L. Stanback truly takes this to heart, preparing its 
students not only for their high school education but their lives 
beyond by teaching critical thinking skills. By providing students with 
diverse opportunities in a supportive environment, A.L. Stanback is 
helping today's students become tomorrow's leaders.
  The Research Triangle of North Carolina is considered one of the best 
places in the nation to live, work and raise a family, and the A.L 
Stanback Middle School community's record of success will only 
contribute to that reputation. This is well-deserved recognition, and I 
hope it serves as a shining example of the positive impact that 
creative, committed teachers can have not only on our young people, but 
also on how we strive for excellence in education.
  Congratulations again to the teachers, administrators, parents, and 
students that helped A.L. Stanback Middle School achieve this award.

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