[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 182 (Friday, November 16, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1535]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               CONGRATULATING DR. GENNARO R. PIRAINO, JR.

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                         HON. KEITH J. ROTHFUS

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                       Friday, November 16, 2018

  Mr. ROTHFUS. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to congratulate Dr. 
Gennaro R. Piraino, Jr., for his selection as the 2019 Pennsylvania 
Superintendent of the Year.
  A Western Pennsylvania native, Gennaro earned his Doctor of Education 
in Administrative and Policy Studies at the University of Pittsburgh 
and serves as the Superintendent of Schools for the Franklin Regional 
School District.
  A leader in both the educational and local communities, Gennaro has 
served on Pennsylvania's School Safety and Security Committee since 
June of 2018 and has been a major advocate in sculpting a well-rounded 
academic environment for students to flourish.
  He is also an active member on various boards of local leadership 
groups, including but not limited to, the Board of Directors for the 
Westmoreland Chamber of Commerce, the Tri-State Study Council's 
Executive Board, and the Fanklin Regional Panther Foundation.
  At the same time, Gennaro's focus on building strong, dynamic young 
leaders is unmatched. Recognizing that a student's success extends 
beyond the classroom, Gennaro has been instrumental in promoting 
students' personal and professional development by creating and 
expanding educational programs and partnerships.
  The Superintendent of the Year award is given to those who exemplify 
leadership in learning, professionalism, communications skills, and 
involvement in the community. The Pennsylvania Association of School 
Administrators could not have chosen a better beneficiary. Gennaro's 
commitment to improving opportunities for students, empowering them to 
dream big and encouraging them to pursue excellence in all aspects of 
life, rightfully deserves this award. Congratulations again, Gennaro, 
on receiving this prestigious award.
  You have made the people of Western Pennsylvania incredibly proud.

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