[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 68 (Wednesday, May 7, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E703]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  RECOGNIZING MISS ISABELLA HIXENBAUGH

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                             HON. TOM RICE

                           of south carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 7, 2014

  Mr. RICE of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a 
young lady in my district, Miss Isabella Hixenbaugh of Myrtle Beach, 
South Carolina.
  Isabella is an eighth-grader at Forestbrook Middle School and was 
officially recognized in Washington, DC, this week as one of South 
Carolina's top two youth volunteers.
  Isabella selflessly devotes her free time to helping others in need 
by volunteering at a therapeutic riding foundation, Fidelis Foundation. 
There she assists in the emotional healing of abused, neglected, and 
traumatized children by teaching them how to ride horses and care for 
the animals.
  Isabella has been volunteering at Fidelis Foundation since its 
founding in 2010, and enjoys helping others find comfort in one of her 
favorite pastimes. When not teaching children how to ride or leading an 
arts and Crafts project at the barn, Isabella participates in horse 
shows to raise money for the Fidelis Foundation.
  Mr. Speaker, young people, like Isabella, inspire and encourage so 
many. It is important that we recognize their leadership and service in 
our communities.
  On behalf of South Carolina's Seventh District, congratulations 
Isabella and thank you for your volunteer service.

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