[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 140 (Wednesday, October 9, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1463]
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               HONORING THE WALTER BRACKEN STEAM ACADEMY

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                            HON. DINA TITUS

                               of nevada

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 9, 2013

  Ms. TITUS. Mr. Speaker, I am delighted to congratulate the Walter 
Bracken STEAM Academy in District One in Las Vegas for being named a 
2013 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and for being designated 
as ``exemplary high achieving.''
  The Blue Ribbon Schools award is the highest honor that the 
Department of Education can bestow on an American school. The 
administration, faculty, staff, and students of the Walter Bracken 
STEAM Academy should be very proud. You have developed a strong school 
community where students are encouraged and enabled to pursue their 
interests and develop their talents, skills, and intellect.
  The most important investment we can make for the future of our 
nation is in the next generation. Walter Bracken STEAM Academy is a 
prime example of what we can accomplish both individually and as a 
society when we make access to a quality education a priority.

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