[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 78 (Tuesday, May 10, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E467]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





                 JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL 50TH ANNIVERSARY

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                           HON. ED PERLMUTTER

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 10, 2022

  Mr. PERLMUTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and 
celebrate Jefferson High School's Class of 1972 on their 50th High 
School reunion.
  After being rivals for many years, the Edgewater Mustangs and the 
Mountain Wildcats combined their student bodies to form the newest high 
school in Jefferson County. From its inception, Jefferson High School 
has been a focal point for the northern Lakewood, Edgewater and eastern 
Wheat Ridge communities. The new school's name, mascot, colors, and 
song were voted on by both student bodies in 1955, with Saint Jeff 
becoming the mascot of the school. The image of Saint Jeff was created 
by Bob Harvey, an Edgewater graduate, and symbolizes the honorable 
qualities of a fighting spirit. Today, that spirit of coming together 
continues as Jefferson High School honors all who come together for our 
school, our community, and our world.
  As an alumni of Jefferson High School, I'm a proud ``Saint'' and know 
that many other ``Saints'' come from all over Jefferson County. The 
commitment to the students and the community has remained a top 
priority. Jefferson High School alumni have gone on to work in various 
industries ranging from public service, healthcare, law enforcement, 
entrepreneurship, to name a few. The song for the Class of 1972 class 
was, ``You've Got a Friend'' which is fitting for the many long-lasting 
friendships that came from that graduating class yet the diverse career 
paths and endeavors which continue to make the world a better place.
  From one Saint to another, congratulations to Jefferson High School's 
Class of 1972 on their 50th High School Reunion. I thank them for their 
numerous contributions to our community and state. We are lucky to have 
them in our community and wish them best of luck in the coming years.

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