[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 159 (Wednesday, October 4, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1323]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                HONORING JACOBY CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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                           HON. JARED HUFFMAN

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 4, 2017

  Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Jacoby Creek 
Elementary School, which was selected as a 2017 National Blue Ribbon 
School, in the Exemplary High Performing Schools category, by the U.S. 
Department of Education. This highly competitive award reflects 
outstanding academic achievement and the highest caliber of 
professional service and family and community engagement.
  With over 400 students from a variety of socioeconomic and ethnic 
backgrounds throughout rural Humboldt County, Jacoby Creek Elementary 
School offers a well-rounded educational program that challenges its 
students academically in a safe and inclusive climate while fostering a 
lifelong love of learning. In addition to a staff dedicated to helping 
students meet their fullest potential, Jacoby Creek Elementary School's 
educational success is uniquely supported by extremely high parent and 
community participation in all aspects of the school program. The 
school has earned a strong reputation for academic excellence and 
prides itself on developing students who are kind, productive, and 
considerate citizens.
  Mr. Speaker, this hard-earned distinction reflects a true community 
success. From the amazing students and their families to the staff, 
administrators, and extended community, Jacoby Creek Elementary School 
has developed an effective education model for the state and nation, 
empowering students of today to be the problem-solvers, inventors, and 
pioneers of tomorrow. Please join me in congratulating Jacoby Creek 
Elementary School on this impressive achievement.

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