[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 138 (Tuesday, August 23, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E868]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING CASHONEY C. CARTER

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                        HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, August 23, 2022

  Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor a 
hard-working and impactful leader, Ms. Cashoney Carter. Ms. Carter has 
shown what can be done through hard work, dedication, and a desire to 
achieve success.
  Ms. Cashoney C. Carter is a former Jefferson County High School 
graduate with 15 years of educational experience in the Jefferson 
County School District. Her past roles include serving as a teacher, 
instructional coach, and assistant principal. She currently leads as 
the principal of Jefferson County Upper Elementary School. She is the 
proud mother of Harley Elizabeth Carter-Varner.
  Ms. Carter has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Tougaloo 
College, a Master of Arts in Teaching from Alcorn State University, a 
Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from Strayer 
University and is currently pursuing an advanced degree.
  Serving as an educator is a passion for Ms. Carter. When asked why 
she does this important work, she replied, ``The work I perform is 
empowered by knowing every scholar under my leadership will have a 
better opportunity to succeed in the future through a balanced 
educational curriculum. In addition, my work is driven by ensuring 
teachers are prepared and equipped to provide the power of education to 
our youth. When teaching and learning occurs, success is sure to 
follow.''
  ``Ms. Carter is a transformational leader who is committed to the 
success of every child,'' said Adrian Hammitte, Superintendent of 
Jefferson County School District. ``Under her leadership, Jefferson 
County Upper Elementary School is projected to earn a C-rating for the 
2021-2022 school year after receiving an F-rating for 4 consecutive 
years. More importantly, her teachers, students, and parents have fully 
embraced her vision and call-to-action to `Raise the B.A.R.' at the 
upper elementary school. Therefore, I can confidently say that Ms. 
Carter is making a difference in our school district and will have a 
lasting impact on the boys and girls she leads.''
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Ms. 
Cashoney C. Carter for her passion and dedication to education in the 
Jefferson County School District.

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