[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 60 (Monday, April 8, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E424-E425]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING FATHER ANDREW GREEN ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT

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                             HON. RAUL RUIZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 8, 2019

  Mr. RUIZ. Madam Speaker, I rise to congratulate Father Andrew Green 
on his retirement after 30 years of leading the St. Paul in the Desert 
Episcopal Church.
  Father Green joined St. Paul in the Desert in December 1988. From his 
earliest days in our Valley, Father Green has been a generous and 
compassionate leader.
  Father Green was a trailblazer who advocated for the Coachella 
Valley's LGBTQI community at a time when few religious leaders would. 
He was one of the first religious leaders to bury AIDS sufferers and 
many same-sex couples. Through his words and actions, he lives a gospel 
that recognizes the equality of all people and the fundamental dignity 
of humanity.
  Outside of his parish, Father Green brought his leadership to the 
Desert AIDS Project's board of directors, where he served as a member 
of the board for 18 years. He also helped empower young people with a 
quality education through his work with the Palm Springs Unified School 
District. A generation of tomorrow's leaders owe him their gratitude.
  From feeding the hungry to advocating for the LGBTQI community, 
Father Green's commitment to serving others knew no bounds. By doing 
good, he brings out the best in others. His life demonstrates that love 
always wins.
  Father Green has touched the lives of so many people, spreading love 
to every corner of our Desert. I have no doubt that his legacy of faith 
and grace will continue to uplift our Valley for years to come. I wish 
him a long, healthy, and happy retirement.

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RECOGNIZING THE 2018-2019 PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS DIVISION 
ON OBTAINING CERTIFICATION OR RECERTIFICATION BY THE NATIONAL BOARD FOR 
                    PROFESSIONAL TEACHING STANDARDS

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, April 8, 2019

  Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker,


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  I rise to congratulate the educators serving in the Prince William 
     County Public Schools Division on obtaining certification or 
    recertification by the National Board for Professional Teaching 
                               Standards.
  Founded in 1987, the National Board was established by teachers for 
teachers as the premier vehicle for defining and recognizing 
accomplished educators. Today, this independent nonprofit organization 
remains dedicated to supporting excellence in education and is governed 
by classroom teachers, school administrators, school board leaders, 
governors, state legislators, higher education officials, teacher union 
leaders, and business and community leaders.
  A National Board Certification denotes the most respected 
professional certification available in the education field. Obtaining 
certification and completing the renewal process is a personal and 
public statement of one's commitment to the evolution of effective 
instruction methods. In order to obtain the distinction, teachers must 
display a mastering of the standards established by the National Board 
by successfully completing a rigorous multicomponent assessment that 
demonstrates that he or she has acquired the knowledge, skills, and 
practices required of an accomplished educator. Certified educators 
support a vision of teaching based on the following five core 
propositions:
  Teachers are committed to students and their learning;
  Teachers know the subjects they teach and how to teach those subjects 
to students;
  Teachers are responsible for managing and monitoring student 
learning;
  Teachers think systematically about their practice and learn from 
experience; and
  Teachers are members of learning communities.
  I extend my personal congratulations and appreciation to the 
following 2018 National Board Certified Teachers for receiving their 
respective certifications and renewals:
  Amber Tiernan, Patriot High School.
  Amanda Proch, Gifted Education.
  Amy Ivory, Colgan High School.
  Christina Sherman, Marumsco Hills Elementary School.
  Julie Faith, Stonewall Jackson High School.
  Carolyn Ciminelli, Old Bridge Elementary School.
  Leah Krucelyak, Beville Middle School.
  Ashley Marland, Covington-Harper Elementary School.
  Andrea Wilkey, Featherstone Elementary School.
  Allan Weberg, Potomac High School.
  Todd Hayes, Hylton High School.
  Chris Proch, Woodbridge High School.
  Melonie Yielding, Ellis Elementary School.
  Timothy L. Wilson, Mary F. Williams Elementary School.
  Shannon Speights, Dumfries Elementary School.
  Amy Wise, Rippon Middle School.
  Jennifer Roberts, Piney Branch Elementary School.
  Susan Bowden, West Gate Elementary School.
  Melissa Callaghan, Cedar Point Elementary School.
  Krista Oldenburg, Benton Middle School.
  Connie Schumacher, Stonewall Middle School.
  Kathleen Hugh, Woodbridge High School.
  Stephanie Ryan, Coles Elementary School.
  Donna C. Morgan, Professional Development.
  Ashley Abraham, Brentsville District High School.
  Kristen Augsburger, Battlefield High School.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in commending these 
teachers for their commitment to education, professional development, 
and the students of Prince William County Public Schools. The world-
class education provided to our students is due to the tireless efforts 
of teachers who make excellence the standard and I thank them for their 
invaluable contributions.

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