[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 199 (Tuesday, November 16, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1241]
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         HONORING THE 190TH ANNIVERSARY OF PRESENTATION ACADEMY

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                          HON. JOHN A. YARMUTH

                              of kentucky

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 16, 2021

  Mr. YARMUTH. Madam Speaker, I rise today in recognition of the 190th 
Anniversary of Presentation Academy. This home of academic excellence 
is not only the first Catholic school in Louisville, but also our 
city's oldest continually operating school.
  In 1831, Mother Catherine Spalding and the Sisters of Charity of 
Nazareth founded Presentation Academy, and over the past 190 years, the 
city of Louisville and Presentation have grown and changed together. It 
is an honor to recognize this iconic institution and its commitment to 
educating and inspiring young women. In making diversity, inclusivity 
and individuality a core part of the learning environment at 
Presentation, you have prepared generations of young women to take on 
the challenges of the future.
  Following a long tradition, senior Toppers sign Presentation's tower 
on their last day of school, and I am grateful to the many Presentation 
alumnae who have also left their signature on Louisville and beyond. I 
have no doubt that this legacy of service and activism will continue 
for years to come.
  Madam Speaker, colleagues, please join me in extending our 
congratulations to the administration, faculty, staff, parents, 
students, and alumnae of Presentation Academy as they celebrate nearly 
two centuries of changing lives through education and service. They are 
an absolute treasure to our community, and I wish them the best as they 
come together to celebrate this incredible milestone.

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