[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 47 (Wednesday, March 11, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E300]
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TRIBUTE TO FLORDELINA ``LENNI'' LARA--28TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT WOMAN 
                              OF THE YEAR

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                          HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, March 11, 2020

  Mr. SCHIFF. Madam Speaker, I rise today in honor of Women's History 
Month. Each year, we pay special tribute to the contributions and 
sacrifices made by our nation's women. It is an honor to pay homage to 
outstanding women who are making a difference in my Congressional 
District. I would like to recognize a remarkable woman, Flordelina 
``Lenni'' Lara of the Atwater Village neighborhood of Los Angeles, 
California.
   Flordelina ``Lenni'' Lara is a devoted wife to her husband, Yiu 
Lunglem, and mother of their two wonderful sons, Kyle and Lucas. 
Emphasizing education as a priority, Lenni has been a dedicated member 
of the Glenfeliz Boulevard Elementary School community since her family 
arrived in the neighborhood six years ago. She has taken on a prominent 
leadership role at the school where she dedicates her time to ensure 
the school runs smoothly and is a warm and nurturing environment for 
students and parents alike. Lenni brings a positive attitude and strong 
work ethic to all that she does and serves as a role model for the 
students at the school.
   A selfless advocate for children and education, Ms. Lara is 
responsible for supporting the development of several new programs at 
Glenfeliz Boulevard Elementary School. She played a critical role in 
creating a technology program with a 5-year vision, and volunteers in 
classrooms with technology instruction. She has been a member of the 
school's governance committee and has served as a Parent Teacher 
Association officer for three years. Lenni volunteers with the school's 
cooking classes by assisting the professional chefs who teach parents 
and students healthy ways to cook and eat. She also dedicates her time 
to helping the school organize activities, fundraisers, and projects 
that benefit the entire student body.
   In addition to her work with the school, Lenni is a highly respected 
and an admired member of her community. She assists other parents to 
find their voices within the school community and encourages them to 
get involved in school-related activities.
   Glenfeliz Boulevard Elementary School depends upon Ms. Lara to 
support the school in every way needed. Her contributions are 
consistent and impactful--each and every student benefits from her 
generous work.
   I ask all Members to join me in honoring this exceptional, well-
respected woman of California's 28th Congressional District, Flordelina 
``Lenni'' Lara.

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