[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 76 (Thursday, May 10, 2018)]
[Senate]
[Page S2617]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      TRIBUTE TO TESS BORENGASSER

 Mr. RUBIO. Mr. President, today I recognize Tess Borengasser, 
the Indian River County Teacher of the Year from Glendale Elementary 
School in Vero Beach, FL.
  Tess was honored with this award because of her dedication to not 
only providing her students with the best educational opportunities 
possible, but also because she strives to provide her new colleagues 
with ideas to teach their students as well. When these new teachers 
come to her school, she is a leading voice in helping them establish a 
successful curriculum for their students.
  Tess's students know that, because of her motivation to encourage and 
educate, they have someone who is looking out for their best interests 
and will always be a voice they can rely on when needing help with 
their schoolwork. These students know Tess listens to their needs and 
will help them become successful in every way she can.
  Tess was born in Houston, TX, and grew up in Vero Beach. She 
graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor's degree in 
elementary education and a master's degree in special education. She 
currently leads Glendale Elementary School's second-grade team, teaches 
at the school's afterschool program, and serves as a mentor for new 
teachers.
  I am pleased to congratulate Tess for her dedication to teaching her 
students over the years. I extend my best wishes to her and look 
forward to learning of her continued success in her future 
endeavors.

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