[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 126 (Wednesday, August 5, 2015)]
[Senate]
[Page S6376]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            RECOGNIZING DAVIDSON ACADEMY'S 10TH ANNIVERSARY

 Mr. HELLER. Mr. President, today, I wish to recognize the 10th 
anniversary of Davidson Academy, an institution with a noble mission to 
support northern Nevada's profoundly gifted students. I am proud to 
honor this institution that has worked so hard to prepare Nevada's 
youth for successful and positive futures.
  Davidson Academy was established in 2005 through State legislation, 
designating the institution as a university school for gifted students. 
The academy officially opened in fall of 2006 and is a free public 
school located on the University of Nevada, Reno, UNR, campus. Students 
at both the middle school and high school levels attend the academy. 
Individual students develop a Personalized Learning Plan, which guides 
them through their academic and personal goals and prepares them for 
their futures. Students are also able to participate in UNR courses as 
part of a dual enrollment agreement. The academy works to challenge its 
students and gives them a great opportunity to develop their knowledge 
and skills in an advanced environment.
  As a father of four children who attended Nevada's public schools, 
and as the husband of a life-long teacher, I understand the important 
role that different institutions play in enriching the lives of 
Nevada's students. Ensuring that America's youth are prepared to 
compete in the 21st century is critical for the future of our country. 
Profoundly gifted students are often underserved and unfortunately, do 
not receive the curriculum they need to excel. The State of Nevada is 
fortunate to have institutions like Davidson Academy available to 
support students with unique needs.
  I ask my colleagues and all Nevadans to join me in recognizing 
Davidson Academy on its 10th anniversary. This institution is truly 
dedicated to enriching the lives of Nevada's students, and I am honored 
to congratulate them on hitting an important milestone. I wish Davidson 
Academy well in all of its future endeavors and in creating greater 
opportunity for Nevada's youth.

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