[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 189 (Wednesday, October 27, 2021)]
[Senate]
[Pages S7414-S7415]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                        TRIBUTE TO JESSICA SAUM

 Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to 
outstanding educator Jessica Saum, who was named 2022 Arkansas Teacher 
of the Year.
  As a special education teacher at Stagecoach Elementary in Cabot, AR, 
Jessica has demonstrated her excellence in the classroom time and time 
again by helping each student reach their full potential.
  She has provided unique opportunities for her students and engaged 
with the community to bring learning to life in her classroom. The 
creativity she brings to each lesson allows her students to learn and 
grow in exciting and distinct ways.
  Just as impressive is the commitment that Jessica exudes beyond the

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classroom. She was recognized as the 2020 314th Airlift Wing Key Spouse 
of the Year at the Little Rock Air Force Base for her volunteer work. 
Mrs. Saum is a remarkable military spouse, teacher, and advocate for 
children with special needs.
  Her passion for and commitment to education can be seen by Jessica's 
own pursuit of learning. She obtained a bachelor of science in early 
childhood and special education, a master of science in special 
education educational specialist (4-12), and a graduate certificate as 
a special education director from Arkansas State University.
  We are fortunate to have Jessica representing the many great teachers 
in Arkansas, as well as serving as a role model to future generations 
of Natural State educators.
  I congratulate Jessica for this achievement and all of her 
contributions to her community and our State. Her determination, 
devotion, and commitment to her students and the field of education, in 
addition to her support for our military members and their families, is 
exemplary. I am encouraged by her efforts to inspire our future 
generations and her passion to help them to succeed.

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