[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 174 (Friday, November 1, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1391]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                    RECOGNIZING MS. STEPHANIE WALKER

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                           HON. DOUG COLLINS

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, November 1, 2019

  Mr. COLLINS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Ms. Stephanie 
Walker for her impactful work and leadership in school bus operation.
  Ms. Walker started out as a bus driver, carrying on the legacy of 
both of her parents, who have been driving buses for Habersham County 
for over 30 years. Years later, Ms. Walker is continuing to impact 
school transportation through her role as transportation coordinator 
for Habersham County Schools.
  Earlier this year, Ms. Walker became the first and only woman in 
Georgia, and the eighth Georgian overall, to become a Certified 
Director of Pupil Transportation. She is also the only person in the 
state of Georgia to become certified as Director of Pupil 
Transportation and in Special Needs Transportation.
  Ms. Walker's focus on enhancing safety protocols has changed 
Habersham County Schools for the better. During her seven years as 
transportation coordinator, Ms. Walker has reworked and created 
emergency routes to ensure the safety of students and staff alike. With 
115-plus buses and their passengers to account for every day, her job 
is not easy, but she enjoys the challenge.
  Ms. Walker's notable work ethic and dedication has earned her a place 
in the national spotlight. Earlier this month, she was recognized by 
School Transportation News, a national publication, as one of ten 
``Rising Stars'' for her work as an up-and-coming student 
transportation professional who displays leadership or innovation in 
school bus operation.
  The students of Habersham County Schools are fortunate to have 
someone like Ms. Stephanie Walker working to keep them safe every day. 
On behalf of the people of Northeast Georgia, I want to thank her for 
her commitment to student safety and congratulate her for being 
recognized as a `Rising Star' in school transportation.

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