[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 219 (Monday, December 20, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1387]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




               HONORING TIM KRUEGER AS IOWAN OF THE WEEK

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                           HON. CYNTHIA AXNE

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 20, 2021

  Mrs. AXNE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to ask the House of 
Representatives to join me in recognizing Tim Krueger as Iowan of the 
Week. Tim leads Harvest Academy, a 24-month life skills academy for 
those with criminal backgrounds, substance abuse challenges, or who 
have experienced homelessness.
  Tim's passion is changing the lives of Iowans by focusing on 
behaviors that cause individuals to hit rock bottom. After teaching 
weekly classes for at-risk teens in Peoria, Illinois, Tim discovered 
his true calling was helping individuals who wanted to better their 
lives and didn't know where to turn. He recognized his once-a-week 
classes were not enough to help make real change for at-risk 
individuals. After a conversation with his family, Jim decided to leave 
his role in the private sector and find a way to make change in his 
community.
  Tim visited several therapeutic model communities across the country 
to learn more about the structure of the programs. He became a program 
observer for The Other Side Academy in Salt Lake City before taking 
what he learned and bringing it to central Iowa. Tim established 
Harvest Academy in Indianola in 2019.
  Harvest Academy follows a participative, group-based approach to 
anti-social behavior, criminal activity, and drug addiction through a 
two-year therapeutic program. Students apply voluntarily and must be 
accepted into the program. The program is completely free for students.
  The community therapeutic model allows students to enhance their 
skills, solve problems together, and hold one another accountable. 
Students have the opportunity to earn leadership positions and take on 
new duties to serve as role models for newer students in the community. 
Students also participate in skills-based training to help them enter 
the workforce. Harvest Academy assists students with aspects of the job 
search and provides training in corporate development, culinary arts, 
landscaping, and facility management. Harvest Academy operates a local 
moving company that helps the program remain self-sustainable.
  Tim is a fantastic role model and leader at Harvest Academy. He 
advocates for those who want to change their lives and provides a safe 
living space for individuals to change their lives. I am proud to honor 
Tim Krueger as Iowan of the Week.

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