[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 208 (Wednesday, December 9, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1120-E1121]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING UNITED INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT ROBERTO 
                               J. SANTOS

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                           HON. HENRY CUELLAR

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, December 9, 2020

  Mr. CUELLAR. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the career and 
service of United Independent School District Superintendent Roberto J. 
Santos. Mr. Santos will retire after more than 38 years serving the 
United Independent School District.
  Mr. Santos is an individual who committed his life and career to the 
betterment of his community. Throughout his career in the field of 
education, he showed a steadfast dedication to every student he served. 
He also showed strong leadership in how he managed

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one of the largest school districts in the State of Texas. During his 
tenure as Superintendent, United ISD earned an ``A'' rating by the 
Texas Education Agency two years in a row. In addition, and more 
importantly, Mr. Santos earned the respect and trust of his colleagues 
and the many people he helped during his tenure.
  Mr. Santos's success as superintendent undoubtedly comes from the 
experience he gained serving in various roles for United ISD, 
including: Associate Superintendent for Student Support Services, 
Assistant Superintendent for Support Services, Director for Human 
Resources, and Administrative Assistant to the Superintendent. The 
skills he acquired through these different positions enabled him to 
have the tools he needed for when he eventually became superintendent 
in 2005.
  Over the course of his many years in public education, Mr. Santos 
attained numerous awards and recognitions. He is the recipient of the 
``Unsung Heroes Award'' by the Laredo Next Generation Rotary Club; 
Future of Texas Award; Laredo Diploma Plus Foundation Leadership Award; 
Imaginarium ``Image Award''; Latin American International Hall of Fame; 
Border Olympics Honorary Director; Martin High School Tiger Legend; 
LULAC Council No. 12 Tejano Achiever; Gateway to Mexico All-Sports 
Clinic Hall of Honor; American Cancer Society Relay for Life Honorary 
Chairman and March of Dimes Honorary Chairman.
  I want to congratulate Mr. Santos on his service to the United 
Independent School District. His compassion, hard work, and leadership 
has molded an essential institution for the community, driving local 
economic and academic prosperity in Laredo. As we move forward, let us 
take the time to appreciate Mr. Santos and all the educators who 
dedicate their lives to preparing the next generation for becoming 
valuable members of society. However, in the words of President John F. 
Kennedy, ``As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the 
highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them.''
  Madam Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the career and service of 
Superintendent Roberto J. Santos.

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