[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 64 (Thursday, May 1, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E654]
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  HONORING ALYSSA KNOBEL ON RECEIVING THE DIRECTOR FOR LIFE AWARD AND 
   RECOGNIZING THE OUTSTANDING WORK OF THE JEWISH COUNCIL FOR YOUTH 
                                SERVICES

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                       HON. BRADLEY S. SCHNEIDER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 1, 2014

  Mr. SCHNEIDER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor a dedicated community 
servant and an outstanding community organization in the suburban 
Chicago district I represent. The Jewish Council for Youth Services 
(JCYS) will present Alyssa Knobel with the Director for Life Award at 
its 2014 Annual Gala.
   Both Alyssa and JCYS embody a commitment to service and a dedication 
to enriching the lives of children that strengthens our community and 
lays a foundation for the future success of the next generation.
   In the time I have known Alyssa, I have consistently been impressed 
with her energy, her enthusiasm and her passion for helping others. Her 
many activities are as diverse as they are inspirational, and her work 
with JCYS, in many roles, has helped boost the confidence and expand 
the imaginations of countless children.
   JCYS is a tremendous organization that understands the fundamental 
principle that our generation's success will best be measured by the 
quality of opportunities we provide the next generation. Its steadfast 
commitment to educational, recreational and leadership development and 
activities offers many extraordinary opportunities for kids throughout 
our community.
   I also would like to take this opportunity to welcome John Thomason 
as the new Executive Director of JCYS, and wish him only great success 
in his new role.
   With people like Alyssa and John leading the way, I know JCYS will 
achieve great new heights and will continue its work inspiring and 
empowering generations of children for years to come.

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