[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 31 (Thursday, February 18, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E138]
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                 IN RECOGNITION OF DR. CHRISTINE OLDHAM

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                            HON. JOHN JOYCE

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 18, 2021

  Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speaker, I rise to congratulate Dr. 
Christine Oldham, Superintendent of the Ligonier Valley School 
District, on her retirement.
  Dr. Oldham began her educational career as an elementary school 
teacher in 1988 in Camden, Delaware. She then served as an assistant 
principal at Westside Elementary School in the Greater Johnstown School 
District and as a principal in the Conemaugh Township School District. 
Before joining the Ligonier Valley School District, she served as the 
Superintendent of the Ferndale Area School District for five years.
  At the Ligonier Valley School District, Dr. Oldham has been 
recognized for her leadership on key initiatives and projects. In 
accordance with recent educational research, she introduced a new, 
customized learning approach that allows students to proceed at their 
own pace while being supported by a teacher or learning coach. In 2008, 
she also oversaw the successful merger with the Laurel Valley Middle/
High School.
  Dr. Oldham earned a bachelor's degree from the Indiana University of 
Pennsylvania, a master's degree from Delaware State University, and a 
doctorate degree from Wilmington College. As she retires on June 30, 
2021, Dr. Oldham will mark 13 years of service to Ligonier Valley 
students, teachers, staff, and families. On behalf of the 13th District 
of Pennsylvania, I thank Dr. Oldham for her steadfast service to our 
community. As Dr. Oldham embarks on the next chapter of her life, I 
wish her every continued happiness.

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