[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 146 (Thursday, September 12, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1138]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         CONGRATULATING BEACON COLLEGE FOR 30 YEARS OF SERVICE

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                          HON. DANIEL WEBSTER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 12, 2019

  Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Madam Speaker, I am pleased to congratulate 
Beacon College for 30 years of service to students. A quality education 
can change a life. It unlocks the door of opportunity and success and 
equips children to achieve their dream.
  For thirty years, Beacon College has been a pioneer in providing 
students with learning differences and disabilities with a high-quality 
college experience. It is committed to student success and provides 
accredited Associate in Arts and Bachelor of Arts degree programs to 
its students.
  Their results are clear with 70 percent on-time graduation rates and 
a 1-year average for students completing their degrees in four years. 
This is almost double the 10-year national average for all students.
  Beacon College is the only institution of higher education nationwide 
to serve with this exclusive mission. Under College President, George 
Hagerty's leadership, the faculty and teachers at Beacon College are 
passionate and committed to providing every student with the 
specialized attention they need to cultivate success. Recently, Beacon 
College was ranked as Number One on the prestigious Peterson ranking of 
the top 20 colleges for students with learning disabilities.
  Beacon College not only equips students with academic knowledge, they 
also are dedicated to coaching students in the skills necessary to find 
and retain employment. It is my honor to congratulate Beacon College, 
Dr. Hagerty and the faculty and staff on reaching this service 
milestone. May you continue to serve these special students and equip 
them with the knowledge and skills to achieve their dreams.

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