[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 19 (Tuesday, February 2, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E92]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING MS. LESLIE COONE AS THE WALTON COUNTY, FLORIDA TEACHER OF 
                                THE YEAR

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                            HON. MATT GAETZ

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 2, 2021

  Mr. GAETZ. Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Ms. Leslie Coone as the 
Walton County Teacher of the Year. For twelve years, Ms. Coone has 
served the Walton County School District with talent, passion, and an 
unwavering commitment to serving her students.
  In Northwest Florida, we are fortunate to have some of the best 
teachers in the Nation. It is recognized that teaching is one of the 
most difficult professions--yet also one of the most rewarding. Ms. 
Coone has performed her teaching duties exceptionally, while also being 
an active and supportive member of her community.
  Ms. Coone is revered by her Principal and colleagues for her 
incredible willingness to always lend a helping hand. She holds high 
expectations for each student, and strives to help them discover their 
true potential; additionally, she engages her students with 
``Accountable Talk'' and ``Stop-n-Jots.''
  Her support and outreach extend far beyond the walls of her third-
grade math class through her involvement as an ILDA teacher, School 
Improvement Team member, and Grade Level Chair. Ms. Coone has displayed 
dedicated teamwork as a teacher mentor, and assists new teachers by 
sharing the knowledge and skills she has acquired throughout her own 
teaching career. I commend her for her steadfast willingness to serve 
those who matter most--the students and youth of our Nation.
  For all of her admirable contributions to our community, I am truly 
proud to have Ms. Coone as a constituent in Florida's First 
Congressional District.
  Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United States Congress, I am 
privileged to recognize Ms. Leslie Coone for her many accomplishments, 
and her commitment to excellence, professionalism, innovation, and 
collaboration in the Walton County School District. I thank her for her 
service, and wish her all the best for her continued success.

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