[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 64 (Wednesday, April 12, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E500]
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 IN RECOGNITION OF THE KANNAPOLIS MIDDLE SCHOOL HISTORY QUIZ BOWL TEAM

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, April 12, 2017

  Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Kannapolis 
Middle School North Carolina History Quiz Bowl Team for their victory 
in the 2017 History Quiz Bowl. This year, the team of Katie Messick, 
Robert Le, Tanner Sims, Raegan Koon, and Kandace Davis took home the 
top prize after beating five other squads in the competition.
  Originally sponsored by the state in a partnership with various 
historic sites, the Quiz Bowl pits local eighth graders against each 
other to test their knowledge of North Carolina and national history. 
After the 2008 recession, the state cut funding for the event but a few 
dedicated teachers kept the competition alive. Now the competition 
operates as a community-based event showcasing exceptional students 
from both public and private schools.
  This year's event brought a host of talent and I am extremely proud 
of all of the students who participated. As a history major myself, I 
have a deep appreciation for both our state and nation's history and I 
am glad these students share the same passion. I am also thankful for 
the teachers and volunteers who made the event possible. I look forward 
to many more years of a successful competition and wish all the 
students well as they continue their academic pursuits.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me today in congratulating the Kannapolis 
Middle School History Quiz Bowl Team on their accomplishment.

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