[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 30 (Thursday, February 15, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E195]
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            HONORING WENDY PIASECKI AS EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR

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                           HON. BRIAN HIGGINS

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 15, 2018

  Mr. HIGGINS of New York. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor Mrs. 
Wendy Piasecki as she is presented with the 2018 Educator of the Year 
award by the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce at Kloc's Grove. Mrs. 
Pasiecki exemplifies dedication as an educator, and West Seneca is 
fortunate to benefit from her talents.
  Forty years ago, Mrs. Piasecki began her career by earning her Master 
of Music degree in composition theory. At age 40, Mrs. Piasecki boldly 
decided to go back to school and attain a teaching certificate.
  Mrs. Piasecki devoted her career to music education in and outside of 
schools. In her two decades plus in the West Seneca Central School 
District, Mrs. Piasecki has taught music education and theater at 
nearly every grade level and at every school. She has tutored students 
outside of school in music theory and piano. Outside of the classroom, 
Mrs. Pasiecki has helped students in extracurricular activities, such 
as preparing for the Erie County Music Educators Association Music 
Festival, chaperoning students' trips to the Young People's concert at 
Fantasy Island, directing musicals, and even presenting student 
performers at the Junior Musical Theater Celebration at Shea's Theater, 
one of Buffalo's finest performance venues.
  Educators like Mrs. Piasecki, who invest themselves in the children 
and our community, are part of what makes Western New York such a 
special place. Because of her dedication, parents can rest assured that 
their kids will be attending school in a supportive environment that 
allows them to explore their creative sides while receiving a first-
rate education.
  Mr. Speaker, once again I want to honor Mrs. Wendy Piasecki as she 
receives the West Seneca Chamber of Commerce's 2018 Educator of the 
Year award. Her personal devotion to teaching serves as a model for 
future educators and an inspiration to all of us who believe in public 
service.

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