[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 207 (Tuesday, December 19, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1723]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY AS A 2017 NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL

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                          HON. PETER J. ROSKAM

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, December 19, 2017

  Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Holy Family 
Catholic Academy in Inverness, Illinois on being named a 2017 National 
Blue Ribbon Award winner. The National Blue Ribbon Award is presented 
to schools for outstanding academic performance making Holy Family 
Catholic Academy well-deserving of this recognition.
   This year AdvancED, a non-partisan organization that reviews 
educational institutions, named Holy Family Catholic Academy as the 
first middle school in Illinois to receive STEM certification. Notably, 
the school's group-based learning environment prepares middle school 
students for STEM programs with confidence, curiosity, and enthusiasm.
   The success of Holy Family Catholic Academy would not be possible 
without qualified teachers and the support of a robust Parent 
Association. Over 75 percent of Holy Family Catholic Academy teachers 
have advanced degrees. The Parent Association hosts a week-long Teacher 
Appreciation celebration that recognizes the trust, appreciation, and 
dedication of these consummate professionals.
   Mr. Speaker and distinguished colleagues, please join me in 
congratulating Holy Family Catholic Academy on being named a 2017 
National Blue Ribbon Award winner.

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