[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 66 (Friday, April 16, 2021)]
[House]
[Page H1880]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




             HONORING THE SERVICE OF MRS. FRANCES PERCIVAL

  (Mrs. BICE of Oklahoma asked and was given permission to address the 
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Mrs. BICE of Oklahoma. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the work 
of Mrs. Frances Percival, who has dedicated 63 years of her life to the 
students of Millwood School District.
  Mrs. Percival began her service in 1958 as a volunteer with the 
Millwood School District, and then served in the Parent Teacher 
Association for several years. She was affectionately known as ``Mrs. 
P'' and a ``homeroom mother''.
  Fifty-one years ago, Mrs. P made the decision to run for the school 
board and was successful. In her five decades on the board, she was the 
recipient of many awards, including the National School Boards 
Association Award for Distinguished Service.
  In addition to being a strong leader, Mrs. Percival said her mission 
was to teach Millwood students to appreciate life and show respect for 
humanity.
  Madam Speaker, we should let Mrs. Percival's story be an inspiration 
for us all to focus on improving the lives of our children, our 
communities, and our schools.
  Individuals like Mrs. Percival hold together schools and communities 
across this Nation. I thank Mrs. P for her years of service, and I wish 
her the best in her well-deserved retirement.

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