[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 97 (Friday, May 22, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E476]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                            STEPHANIE ROSSI

                                  _____
                                 

                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 22, 2020

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Stephanie 
Rossi, who after 40 years of teaching, is retiring. Stephanie's 
dedication to education in the Jefferson County School District and to 
the State of Colorado has made a significant impact on students which 
will last for years to come.
  Stephanie started teaching in the Jeffco School District in 1994. 
Currently she teaches courses in social studies--including AP U.S. 
history, world religions, and psychology--as well as geography and 
American government. Her reputation has become so legendary that kids 
who haven't even reached high school cross their fingers to one day 
join her classroom. She even has special nicknames, becoming known as 
Rossi Woman or Mama Ross within Wheat Ridge High School. And she does 
all of it with a smile on her face, and the passion and creativity that 
she gives to her students each and every day is tremendous.
  In addition to her teaching career, Stephanie has provided countless 
hours and resources to the Jefferson County community by serving on 
local and state boards and commissions. She spent countless hours 
working with the Jefferson County Education Association and in 2015 
received the Williams College's annual George Olmsted, Jr. Class of 
1924 Prize for Excellence in Secondary School Teaching. In her spare 
time, she works to improve school culture by promoting and encouraging 
diverse perspectives for students and adults alike. She also leads a 
Peace Jam Club, which promotes peaceful problem solving, and Compassion 
Crew, an anonymous student group that recognizes people who commit acts 
of kindness.
  Her contribution to the Jefferson County School District and the 
Jefferson County community is remarkable and her teaching has inspired 
thousands of students to pursue their dreams. I congratulate Stephanie 
on a lifetime of service and wish her all the best in retirement.

                          ____________________