[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 60 (Monday, April 8, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E420]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING THE 2019 DALE CITY MULTICULTURAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS AND 
                        SCHOLARSHIP FUND WINNERS

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 8, 2019

  Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 2019 Dale 
City Multicultural Achievement Awards and Scholarship Fund winners.
  For 35 years, the Dale City Multicultural Achievement Awards and 
Scholarship Fund has been dedicated to promoting higher education by 
providing young adults with partial or full scholarships. Sponsored by 
the Dale City Christian Church and through its work with area youth and 
community partners, it advocates and encourages achievable 
independence. This is done through providing guidance and financial 
assistance to high school graduates and continuing this guidance as 
they begin their next academic chapter in higher education. In its 
years of service, the Dale City Multicultural Achievement Awards and 
Scholarship Fund has awarded more than $300,000.00 in scholarships for 
higher education. Through its partnership with local leaders and other 
groups it has been able to unite the community and inspire these young 
adults.
  The annual banquet honors graduating high school students as well as 
church and community leaders and has become a signature community event 
highlighting distinguished speakers and showcasing the community's 
``best.'' The Dale City Multicultural Achievement Awards and 
Scholarship Fund's mission is to``help educate the youth of today, to 
become outstanding citizens of tomorrow.'' It is my honor to include in 
the Record the following names of the 2019 Dale City Multicultural 
Achievement Awards & Scholarship Fund recipients:
  Pastoral Leadership Award: Pastor Gibrilla Bangura.
  Religious Leadership Award: Mrs. Barbara Murphy.
  Lifetime Humanitarian Award: Mrs. Joann Bagnerise.
  Community Service Award: Ms. Sharon Stone, Mrs. Lisa Hicks.
  Business Achievement Award: Jirani--Coffee House, Dawne Horizons--Spa 
& Wellness Center.
  Public Service Award: Ms. Diane Raulston.
  Professional Leadership Award: Dr. Vanessa Gattis.
  Christian Service Award: Mrs. Aleshia Thomas-Miller, Mr. Alonzo 
Johnson.
  Faithfulness Award: Ms. Jera Stubblefield, Mr. Tyrell Allen.
  Dedicated Christian Family Award: Ms. Katrese Harris & Family.
  Senior Christian Service Award: Mr. Aaron Dade.
  Junior Christian Service Award: Miss Jade Spurlock, Mr. Rey'Jzon 
Roundtree.
  Youth Christian Service Award: Miss Deja Conner, Mr. Brandon 
Holloway.
  2019 Seniors: Mr. Aaron Dade, Miss Desiree Freeman, Mr. Samuel 
Mitchell, Mr. Kalil Parson, Mr. Keonte Parson.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in congratulating the 
2019 Dale City Multicultural Achievement Awards and Scholarship Fund 
recipients and in commending the Dale City Christian Church for its 
dedication and commitment to educating the leaders of tomorrow.

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