[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 79 (Wednesday, May 18, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E740]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING MS. REBECCA GODDARD FOR BEING NAMED A PBS LEARNINGMEDIA 
                           DIGITAL INNOVATOR

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, May 18, 2016

  Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ms. Rebecca 
Goddard for being named a PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovator. This 
distinction celebrates teachers from across the country who 
successfully integrate technology into the classroom as part of a 
dynamic approach to student learning.
  Ms. Goddard, or ``Becky'' as she is known by her colleagues, spends 
her days challenging the minds of our youngest generation of students 
at Bostian Elementary School in China Grove, North Carolina. Her unique 
approach to the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics 
(STEM) fields allows students to engage in these high-demand subject 
areas while tying into classroom teachings. In her role as a technology 
facilitator, she is able to work across ages and subjects by engaging 
students with activities that include Legos, robotics, coding, and 
more.
  As part of her recognition as a Digital Innovator, Ms. Goddard will 
have the opportunity to participate in professional development 
opportunities including virtual training sessions, custom PBS 
LearningMedia resources, and various networking opportunities. She will 
also travel to Denver, Colorado to attend the PBS LearningMedia Digital 
Summit and the International Society for Technology in Education 
conference. I have no doubt that she will use these opportunities to 
bring back new and innovative ideas to North Carolina.
  This year, the Digital Innovators Program had a record number of 
applicants representing almost every state in the country, making Ms. 
Goddard's selection even more impressive. As one of the 52 teachers 
chosen in the program, she joins a special group who is on the cutting 
edge of classroom technology. Our community is fortunate to have Ms. 
Goddard dedicate her time and talents to educating our students.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me today in congratulating Ms. Goddard for 
being named a PBS LearningMedia Digital Innovator and wish her well as 
she continues to make a positive difference in the lives of her 
students.

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