[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 179 (Thursday, December 10, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1768]
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                       TRIBUTE TO KENNON BALSTER

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                            HON. DAVID YOUNG

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 10, 2015

  Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor and congratulate 
Kennon Balster of Blanchard, Iowa, for his induction into the Iowa High 
School Speech Association Hall of Fame. Kennon has been the coach of 
the Large Group and Director of Theatre at Clarinda High School for 
over 30 years.
  The Iowa High School Speech Association Hall of Fame was established 
in 1976 to recognize distinguished individuals of statewide reputation 
for their outstanding accomplishments. Inductees are selected for going 
above and beyond expectations with their contributions, service, 
dedication, and commitment to the Association. It is the highest honor 
the Association can confer on an individual.
  Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate Kennon for earning this 
award. He is a shining example of how hard work and dedication can 
positively affect the future of our youth. I ask that my colleagues in 
the United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating 
Kennon for his contributions to the speech and education community in 
the state of Iowa. I wish him nothing but continued success.

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