[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 REBECCA CASKEY

 Mr. RUBIO. Mr. President, today I am pleased to recognize 
Rebecca Caskey, the Citrus County Teacher of the Year from Citrus 
Springs Elementary School in Citrus Springs, FL.
  Rebecca believes students need a curriculum that teaches skills such 
as self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship 
building, and responsible decision-making that will provide the tools 
to succeed in school, their future careers, and in life.
  Rebecca is encouraged when she witnesses students authentically apply 
and communicate newly learned concepts and behaviors with peers in new 
constructs and environments. These opportunities motivate her to 
continue developing challenging, engaging, and rigorous learning 
experiences for children that leave a lasting impact into adulthood.
  Rebecca has taught physical science, biology, environmental science, 
and general math skills in secondary education and has provided 
guidance and counseling services in elementary education. She also 
provides therapeutic services to children in the private sector. 
Rebecca currently teaches K-5 with a self-made program titled SEEK UP, 
promoting Self-Esteem, Empathy, and Kindness by Unifying Peers. As a 
member of Citrus Springs Elementary School's administrative team, she 
serves in a leadership capacity by creating and executing decisions 
benefiting the advancement of the school's overall culture.
  Rebecca holds a bachelor's degree in animal science, a master's 
degree in counseling, and has a license for mental health counseling 
from the Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage, and Family Therapy 
and Mental Health Counseling. Throughout her 14 years in the 
educational system, she has worked at the elementary, middle, and high 
school levels.
  I would like to thank Rebecca for the good work she has done for her 
students over the years. I wish her the best and look forward to 
learning of her continued success in coming years.

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