[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 150 (Monday, September 19, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E949]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           RECOGNIZING NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON SCHOOLS FOR 2022

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                            HON. BILL FOSTER

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, September 19, 2022

  Mr. FOSTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize three schools in 
the Illinois 11th Congressional district that have been named National 
Blue Ribbon Schools for 2022: Eisenhower Academy, Elmwood Elementary 
School, and Highlands Elementary School. These schools are recognized 
for their overall academic excellence on their progress in closing 
achievement gaps among student groups, demonstrating that all students 
can achieve at high levels.
  Throughout its 40-year history, the National Blue-Ribbon Schools 
Program has affirmed the hard work of students, educators, families, 
and communities in creating safe and welcoming schools where students 
master challenging content. The award flag gracing a school's building 
has been widely recognized by everyone--from parents to policymakers--
as a symbol of exemplary teaching and learning.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the 
faculty, staff, administrators, parents, and students at these three 
schools for their great accomplishment.

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