[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 17 (Monday, February 2, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E144-E145]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING COMMUNITY CHAMPION SALLY CARLOW KOHLER

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                            HON. MIKE KELLY

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, February 2, 2015

  Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I would like to recognize one 
of my constituents from Western Pennsylvania, Sally Carlow Kohler. 
Sally is a lifelong resident of Erie County, where she was born and 
raised, attended college, started her own family, and

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has made quite a name for herself within the community.
  Sally is a proud mother of five, grandmother of twelve, and great-
grandmother of one. In 1951 Sally received a Bachelor of History Degree 
from Mercyhurst College and then went on to earn her Master of 
Education Degree from Gannon University. Sally worked for the Erie 
School District as a classroom teacher and guidance counselor, both 
unique positions that allowed her to positively influence the lives of 
many. After 30 successful years, Sally retired from the Erie School 
District however; she continues to play a significant role in the 
education system.
  Sally has actively participated in over 30 civic organizations, 
proudly making community service a central part of her life. She has 
served on countless advisory boards, committees, councils, and task 
forces, voluntarily committing her time and efforts to support these 
initiatives. As a result of her educational background and expertise, 
Sally's participation has been an asset to various organizations, 
including Penn State Education Association--Department of Pupil 
Services (President), Mercyhurst College Alumni Board, Villa Maria 
Academy Board of Trustees, Erie School District Middle School 
Evaluation Committee (Chairman), Erie Guidance Counselors Association 
(President), Memorial School PTA (President), Northwestern Pennsylvania 
Personnel and Guidance Association (Secretary), Wayne School Truancy 
Prevention Program Board, Wattsburg School District Advisory Committee, 
and the Committee for Better Schools (Vice Chairman).
  In addition to her loyalty to education, Sally is also a dedicated 
advocate for safety. Her sincere desire to protect the vulnerable and 
create an overall safe and secure environment has motivated her to 
participate in local, county, state, and national organizations such as 
the Northwest Pennsylvania Business Coalition for Homeland Security, 
Erie County Public Safety Citizens Corps, Neighborhood Revitalization 
Task Force, Erie Bureau of Police--Citizens Police Academy, Greater 
Kahkwa Neighborhood Watch (Coordinator), Erie Neighborhood Watch 
Council (Trustee/Officer), Presque Isle State Park (Advisory 
Committee), Erie County Juvenile Probation Diversion Committee 
(Chairman), Erie County Children and Youth Advisory Board, Child 
Welfare League of America, Children Services Advisory Board, Erie 
County Children Services, Western Pennsylvania Juvenile Justice 
Advisory Committee, and Erie County Youth Services Coordinating 
Council.
  Sally's involvement does not stop there, she also proudly associates 
herself with the Erie Rotary Club, Erie Yacht Club, and Jaycee Wives 
Auxiliary (President). Sally is a catalyst for improvement throughout 
Erie County and the determination and passion she displays is truly 
remarkable. To this very day, Sally enthusiastically participates in 13 
organizations, humbly remaining a fully engaged community volunteer.
  Sally has built a legacy based on altruism, compassion, and 
faithfulness. She has set a standard of excellence and generosity that 
will inspire others for generations to come. Sally is the epitome of a 
service-minded citizen and her selfless contributions are admirable and 
noteworthy. On behalf of many, I would like to express sincere 
gratitude and appreciation to Sally Carlow Kohler, a respectful 
Community Champion.

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