[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 179 (Tuesday, October 12, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1087-E1088]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      COMMENDING MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR BLUE RIBBON AWARD

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                           HON. CHRIS PAPPAS

                            of new hampshire

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 12, 2021

  Mr. PAPPAS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Memorial 
Elementary School on its designation as a 2021 National Blue Ribbon 
School. Principal Philip Schappler, teachers, board members, and staff 
at this school have made a lasting impact on the

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lives of students and families from the Bedford community.
  Each year, the Department of Education recognizes the academic 
excellence of a select few elementary, middle, and high schools across 
the nation through the National Blue Ribbon Schools Program. In order 
to be recognized as a Blue Ribbon School, schools must demonstrate that 
their institution leads students of all backgrounds to master 
meaningful and challenging material. The Blue Ribbon designation 
process is highly selective, with only two schools across the State of 
New Hampshire receiving a 2021 Blue Ribbon designation.
  Receiving its first Blue Ribbon award in 2012, Memorial Elementary 
School has shown a consistent dedication to each student's learning and 
wellbeing that has not gone unrecognized. Being named a National Blue 
Ribbon School is no small feat, and I am proud to serve and represent a 
school district with such a strong commitment to academic excellence.
  On behalf of my constituents in New Hampshire's First Congressional 
District, I want to congratulate and thank everyone who has helped make 
Memorial Elementary School the exemplary institution that it is today.

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