[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 64 (Thursday, May 1, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E656]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    RECOGNIZING THE WORK OF THE LATINO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES COUNCIL

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                            HON. MARK POCAN

                              of wisconsin

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 1, 2014

  Mr. POCAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the tremendous work 
of the Latino Children and Families Council and their programs for the 
Latino community in Wisconsin's Second District.
  The Latino Children and Families Council hosts El Diia de los Ninnos, 
an annual event in Madison, Wisconsin for Latino children and their 
families. This event includes music, food and plenty of games and 
educational activities for youth to enjoy. Also featured are 
opportunities for parents to receive information about childcare, 
parenting and the resources available to them in our community. The day 
culminates with a parade of Latin American Nations which allows the 
children to showcase their talents and celebrate their heritage.
  Through education and advocacy, the Council continually promotes the 
success and well-being of Latino children and families. The Council 
promotes strong partnerships between community organizations and works 
to ensure our schools provide quality education that is inclusive of 
all students and the unique backgrounds from which they come and the 
diverse languages that they speak. The Council also provides 
leadership, giving a strong voice to the concerns of the Latino 
community.
  I am proud to celebrate Saturday, May 3, 2014 as ``El Diia de los 
Ninnos.'' I thank the Latino Children and Families Council for their 
efforts to engage with and support the Latino community in Madison. 
This recognition is a most fitting honor of the important work that 
they do, not just today but throughout the year.

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