[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 145 (Wednesday, September 11, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1133]
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   IN RECOGNITION OF THE LATE JANE HELMAN ON HER INDUCTION INTO THE 
                   LUZERNE COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAME

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                          HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 11, 2019

  Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the late coach 
Jane Helman. This year, Jane was inducted into the Luzerne County 
Sports Hall of Fame on August 11, 2019 for her impressive achievements 
in coaching.
  Each year, the Luzerne County Sports Hall of Fame honors those who 
have brought fame and recognition to the state of Pennsylvania through 
their outstanding achievements and contributions in athletic endeavors.
  Jane graduated from William Allen High School in Allentown, 
Pennsylvania before receiving a Bachelor of Arts in elementary 
education from Messiah College. She went on to earn her master's degree 
from Bloomsburg University. Jane worked as a reading specialist at the 
Tunkhannock Area School District from 1977 to 2006. In 1997, she joined 
the faculty at Marywood University where she taught until her death. As 
an active member and past president of the Keystone State Literacy 
Association (KSLA), she advocated for the importance of literacy and 
served as chair of the Conference Advisory Committee and co-chair of 
Publications.
  Jane was the head girls' track and field coach at Tunkhannock Area 
High School from 1981 to 2009. She coached her team to an incredible 43 
individual District II AAA champions and 7 District relay champions. 
Under her direction, the Tunkhannock Area girls' track and field team 
won four District II titles during the 1989-1992 seasons. The team held 
a 69-0 dual meet record during this run. Her 1992 team finished fifth 
in the PIAA State meet.
  It is an honor to recognize Jane on her induction into the Luzerne 
County Sports Hall of Fame. May her story and athletic career serve as 
an inspiration to the next generation of Pennsylvania athletes striving 
for excellence.

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