[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 105 (Wednesday, July 8, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1015]
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                     CONGRATULATING MADDY PETICOLAS

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                           HON. RODNEY DAVIS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, July 8, 2015

  Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 
congratulate my constituent, Maddy Peticolas of Godfrey, Illinois, on 
achieving the Congressional Award Silver Medal.
  The Congressional Award recognizes individuals for excellence in four 
areas: voluntary public service, personal development, physical 
fitness, and expedition. During her time at Principia High School, 
Maddy participated in a number of activities that helped to improve her 
community.
  Maddy spent over two hundred hours volunteering at a local day camp, 
staffing events and led hikes for children. She also grew in her faith 
of Christian Science by reading ``Prose Works'', written by Mary Baker 
Eddy, a founder of the Church of Christ, Scientist. Additionally, as a 
ukulele player, Maddy worked to improve her memorization and sight 
reading skills.
  She also spent many hours playing for her club soccer team, and began 
running to increase speed and confidence as a player. She climbed a 
14,000 foot mountain and completed a ropes course during her time on a 
yurt campground where she was also in charge of meals.
  In all these things, Maddy demonstrated determination in improving 
both herself and her community. Whether it was through volunteering, 
personal development, physical fitness, or expedition, Maddy impacted 
the lives of many and I am proud to represent individuals like her in 
my district.
  Congratulations on earning the Congressional Award Silver Medal, 
Maddy.

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