[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 128 (Tuesday, July 21, 2020)]
[Senate]
[Page S4343]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    TRIBUTE TO DAVID MARTINEZ-COOLEY

 Mr. RUBIO. Madam President, today I am pleased to recognize 
David Martinez-Cooley, the Pinellas County Teacher of the Year from 
Leila G. Davis Elementary School in Clearwater, FL.
  David is known for finding creative ways of engaging his students to 
pass on his passion and love for music. He considers himself to be just 
one of many teachers of the year across Pinellas County who dedicates 
their time to inspiring their students every day.
  David's colleagues are enthralled by his enthusiasm and the drive he 
brings to his classroom each day. He is viewed as a role model among 
his peers, and many of his students throughout the years note the 
positive influence he has implanted in their lives.
  David is a music education teacher at Leila G. Davis Elementary 
School and has taught in Pinellas County for 13 years. He received his 
master's degrees in music education and mathematics education from the 
University of Florida. David also serves on the district's textbook 
adoption committee, helping to select new digital resources for 
elementary music students. He has also helped in leading other music 
educators by presenting at district and State training events and 
assisted in the revision and refinement of the district's grade level 
key learnings.
  I would like to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to David 
and extend my best wishes on his continued success in the years to 
come.

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