[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 95 (Tuesday, June 1, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E595]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





     HONORING DR. DARON ``CHIP'' BUCKWELL, JR., FOR HIS SERVICE AS 
               SUPERINTENDENT OF KANNAPOLIS CITY SCHOOLS

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                          HON. RICHARD HUDSON

                           of north carolina

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 1, 2021

  Mr. HUDSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Daron ``Chip'' 
Buckwell, Jr., for 36 years of service to Kannapolis City Schools, 
including 5 years as superintendent. I have seen Dr. Buckwell's 
leadership firsthand and know how much he means to students, faculty, 
and staff. I am honored to call Chip my friend.
  Dr. Buckwell began his career in 1985 as a teacher, baseball coach, 
and athletic trainer at A.L. Brown High School, and retires today after 
over three decades of service. After being appointed superintendent in 
2016, he immediately began the important work that would transform 
public education throughout our community.
  A giant among his peers in public education, Dr. Buckwell has led 
Kannapolis City Schools through a time of unprecedented growth. He is 
credited as a major catalyst for Kannapolis City Schools' innovative 
magnet programs, career and technical education opportunities, and 
increased student achievement. Exemplary of Dr. Buckwell's commitment 
to academic excellence, he was named Superintendent of the Year for the 
southwest region of North Carolina in 2019.
  Dr. Buckwell's impact extends far beyond the classroom and he has 
also been a fierce advocate for our students and community at the 
local, state, and federal levels. As a nod to the A.L. Brown mascot, 
one of Chip's favorite phrases is ``Wonders never cease,'' and as a 
result of his steadfast leadership, I believe that to be true. With 
experience at every level within Kannapolis City Schools, Dr. Buckwell 
is an extraordinary educator whose work will allow our children to 
thrive for generations to come.
  Renee and I would like to extend our most heartfelt appreciation to 
Dr. Buckwell for his years of exemplary service to Kannapolis City 
Schools. I know I speak for our entire community in wishing he and his 
wife, Camilla, continued success and happiness as they move on to their 
next great adventure.
  Madam Speaker, please join me today in honoring Dr. Daron ``Chip'' 
Buckwell, Jr., upon his retirement as Superintendent of Kannapolis City 
Schools.

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