[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 17 (Monday, January 27, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E87]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         HONORING HABEEB QUADRI

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                       HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, January 27, 2020

  Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the work and 
dedication of Mr. Habeeb Quadri, an educator and Superintendent of the 
Muslim Community Center Academy (MCCA) in Morton Grove and Skokie, 
Illinois. Mr. Quadri was one of five private educators in the country 
to receive the National Distinguished Principal award from the National 
Association of Elementary School Principals.
  Habeeb Quadri is recognized for his important work in growing the 
size and status of the MCCA and helping the community be welcoming and 
inclusive through education. He is also recognized for his work to make 
MCCA one of the first Islamic parochial schools to receive national 
accreditation.
  Mr. Quadri is always engaged in the classroom and with students. He 
leads a lighthearted weekly all-school assembly to recognize students 
for their good deeds and encourage acts of compassion. Mr. Quadri sits 
with students in the lunchroom, participates in classroom activities, 
and adds a unique character to the MCCA.
  In addition to his role as Superintendent of the MCCA, Mr. Quadri has 
had a career committed to education and inclusivity. He has served as 
an educator for both the Chicago Public Schools and Detroit Public 
Schools systems. Mr. Quadri has also been a committed advocate for the 
Muslim community, dedicating himself to challenging work in order to 
provide opportunities for Muslim students to learn about their identity 
and engage with their community.
  I am proud to have the Muslim Community Center Academy in my district 
and to honor its important role in educating both its students and the 
community.
  Habeeb Quadri is a caring, talented, creative educator and leader, 
and I deeply admire his dedicated effort to provide a home and a safe 
place for Muslim students. His commitment to education, inclusivity, 
and encouraging compassion is honorable. On behalf of the constituents 
of the 9th Congressional District, I thank Habeeb for his service and 
congratulate him on his award.

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