[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 138 (Tuesday, August 3, 2021)]
[Senate]
[Page S5711]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   TRIBUTE TO FRANCISCO GARAITONANDIA

 Mr. RUBIO. Madam President, I am pleased to recognize 
Francisco Garaitonandia, the Volusia County Teacher of the Year from 
Citrus Grove Elementary School in DeLand, FL.
  Frank's inspiration for teaching comes from his former teachers. They 
instilled in him a strong desire to pursue a career in education. He 
dedicates his time to giving his students a voice through art, leading 
them to develop a love for the arts and facilitating their self-
expression. Frank encourages integrating art into different subjects by 
presenting workshops throughout Volusia County. His work was recognized 
in 2016, as he was nominated for the Hispanic National Excellence in 
Education Award.
  Frank graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor of 
fine arts degree and exhibited professional art before becoming an art 
teacher 18 years ago.
  I extend my sincere thanks and gratitude to Frank for his years of 
dedication to his students and look forward to hearing of his continued 
success in the years to come.

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