[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 77 (Monday, May 16, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E704-E705]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK

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                             HON. ROD BLUM

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, May 16, 2016

  Mr. BLUM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of National 
Teacher Appreciation Week occurring last week and to graciously thank 
all the hardworking educators in the First District of Iowa.
   Every day, teachers rise and face the challenge of preparing today's 
youth to be the leaders of tomorrow. Our teachers are at the forefront 
of shaping young minds, recognizing potential, and encouraging their 
success.
   Across the country, teachers are empowering students with the 
necessary skills to achieve their dreams and become the next generation 
of leaders of the United States.

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   As Members of Congress, we must do our part to equip our teachers 
with the best tools and resources possible to educate our children--who 
are our most precious resource and deserve every effort we can make to 
give them the opportunity to succeed.
   I thank all the dedicated teachers in the First District of Iowa 
during National Teacher Appreciation Week for continuing to provide 
their best to our children and empowering them to reach their full 
potential.

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