[Congressional Record Volume 162, Number 162 (Monday, November 14, 2016)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1457]
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   IN HONOR OF THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE MANASSAS PARK CITY SCHOOLS

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                         HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, November 14, 2016

  Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the Manassas Park 
City School system as they celebrate their 40th anniversary as a School 
Division in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The Manassas Park City School 
system was the last school division to be approved for formation by the 
Virginia Department of Education in 1976, as the City of Manassas Park 
became the last town in the Commonwealth of Virginia to receive City 
status.
  The beginnings for the school system 40 years ago were not ideal. 
After a last minute move for independence from Prince William County, 
both the government and the schools were created with no infrastructure 
or financial support. In spite of these obstacles, the four schools 
which make up the Manassas Park City School system have become a 
successful part of a thriving community. Thanks to dedicated faculty 
and staff, Manassas Park City Schools are achieving remarkable things: 
a one-to-one digital conversion, a new balanced calendar, improved 
community engagement, and outstanding academic performance.
  Coming from a family of educators, I appreciate the invaluable role 
that administrators, teachers, and support staff play in inspiring our 
students. The work Manassas Park City Schools have done, and continue 
to do, with young men and women will be of great value to our 
community.
  Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the importance of the 
Manassas Park City School system's 40th anniversary and what it 
represents for the city's residents, students, and staff. I ask my 
colleagues to join me in congratulating Manassas Park City Schools and 
to thank them for their service to the children of Manassas Park. I 
wish them all well in their future endeavors.

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