[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 40 (Tuesday, March 11, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E350]
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                              HELINA THOMA

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                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 11, 2014

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and applaud 
Helina Thoma for receiving the Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors 
for Youth award. Helina Thoma is a 7th grader at Mandalay Middle School 
and received this award because her determination and hard work have 
allowed her to overcome adversities.
   The dedication demonstrated by Helina Thoma is exemplary of the type 
of achievement that can be attained with hard work and perseverance. It 
is essential students at all levels strive to make the most of their 
education and develop a work ethic which will guide them for the rest 
of their lives.
   I extend my deepest congratulations to Helina Thoma for winning the 
Arvada Wheat Ridge Service Ambassadors for Youth award. I have no doubt 
she will exhibit the same dedication and character in all of her future 
accomplishments.

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