[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 89 (Tuesday, June 7, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E828]
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                          HONORING ERIN HURLEY

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                           HON. JARED HUFFMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 7, 2016

  Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Erin Hurley of 
Marin County, California, for her selection as the Classified Employee 
of the Year at the 2016 Golden Bell Awards Ceremony, presented by the 
Marin County Office of Education in collaboration with the Marin County 
School Board Association and other local civic organizations. An 
occupational therapist, Ms. Hurley has dedicated more than two decades 
to improving the health and welfare of students in Marin County.
   For the past 15 years, Ms. Hurley has worked at Marindale Early 
Intervention, where she serves more than 100 students facing a critical 
time in their development. A student-centered professional, she 
advocates for appropriate placements and the implementation of 
strategies specific for each child. She also works to educate staff and 
parents on body mechanics and ergonomics for themselves and for their 
students and children.
   Ms. Hurley works hard to develop relationships with each of the 
young people she works with. Along with understanding students' 
specific motor abilities and behavioral and communication goals, she 
makes an effort to create a comfortable and safe environment where 
students feel comfortable challenging themselves.
   The Golden Bell Awards celebrate public education in Marin County by 
recognizing outstanding teachers and supportive community partners. 
Each year, they select an exemplary educator, classified employee, 
teacher, and trustee for recognition.
   Mr. Speaker, it is therefore fitting that we honor and thank Erin 
Hurley for her contributions to students and public education in Marin 
County and California.

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