[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 55 (Friday, March 29, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E370]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 RECOGNIZING RICHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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                            HON. JASON SMITH

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, March 29, 2019

  Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate 
Richland Elementary School of Essex, Missouri for being recognized as a 
National Blue Ribbon School in 2018, a distinction bestowed upon only 
349 public and private schools across the country.
  The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and 
private elementary, middle, and high schools based on their overall 
academic excellence or their progress in closing achievement gaps among 
student subgroups. This award affirms Richland Elementary School's hard 
work in creating an environment for educational attainment that is 
recognized as a symbol of exemplary teaching and learning.
  By believing in, and maintaining positive, open lines of 
communication between parents, students, and educators, Richland 
Elementary created an educational environment to prepare productive and 
responsible citizens. This school is a model for success that starts 
with the leadership of Superintendent Frank Killian and Principal Cara 
Merritt.
  On behalf of the Eighth Congressional District of Missouri, it is my 
great privilege to congratulate the entire Richland Elementary School 
community for this remarkable achievement.

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