[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 76 (Wednesday, May 3, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E590]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     25TH ANNIVERSARY OF FORT HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL'S MARCHING BAND

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                      HON. DANIEL M. DONOVAN, JR.

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                         Wednesday, May 3, 2017

  Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Fort Hamilton 
High School Marching Band on their 25th Anniversary.
   Founded during the 1990 to 1991 school year, the Fort Hamilton High 
School Marching Band has been a mainstay for students, staff, and 
parents alike. During its inaugural year, the Marching Band was busy 
purchasing instruments, uniforms, and sheet music. Under the guidance 
of Laurence Laurenzano, the Assistant Principal of Music at the time, 
75 students participated in their first competition at Festival Disney 
in Disney World and Universal Studios.
   For the past 15 years, Thomas P. Oberle, the Assistant Principal for 
Performing Arts, has led the Fort Hamilton High School Marching Band. 
Under his leadership, students have performed in Canada, Atlanta, 
Williamsburg, and Boston. Furthermore, they have also marched in the 
Labor Day, St. Patrick's Day, Norwegian Day, Veterans Memorial Day, and 
Greek Independence Day parades. Not to be outdone, the Marching Band 
has also performed at the Gridiron Gala for the National Football 
League and United Way.
   Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate the Fort Hamilton High School 
Marching Band on their 25th Anniversary. Their success is proof of 
their commitment, energy, and greatness.

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