[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 129 (Wednesday, July 22, 2020)]
[Senate]
[Pages S4418-S4419]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       TRIBUTE TO KATHLEEN RULING

 Mr. RUBIO. Mr. President, today I recognize Kathleen Ruling, 
the Union County Teacher of the Year from Lake Butler Elementary School 
in Lake Butler, FL.
  Kathy believes that every child is worthy of respect, as they have a 
unique story to tell. She views her job not as a line of work, but a 
place where she is preparing each student for their future. Her 
colleagues describe her as having a natural gift for teaching and 
working with children.
  Whether by creating hands-on classroom experiences or diligently 
tracking each child's progress, Kathy supports her student's 
educational careers and is always willing to help, even after they 
leave her classroom.
  As an elementary special education teacher for 38 years, Kathy has 
left a lasting legacy in Union County. In 1985,

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she implemented the staggered start program for kindergarteners. In 
1990, she founded the Tiger Cubs, a club that recognizes students for 
their positive attitude and encouragement to peers. Both of these 
programs are still in effect in the county.
  I express my sincere appreciation to Kathy for her many 
accomplishments and years of service to her students. I wish her 
continued success in the years to come.

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