[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 69 (Tuesday, April 25, 2023)]
[Senate]
[Page S1339]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                         ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS

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                        TRIBUTE TO CAPRI SALAAM

 Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. President, I rise today to pay tribute to 
outstanding educator Capri Salaam, the 2023 Arkansas Teacher of the 
Year.
  As a social studies teacher at North Little Rock Middle School, since 
2015, Capri has become known for her innovative teaching practices, her 
ability to connect with students, and her efforts to stay involved in 
their lives even after they leave her classroom. She reflects her love 
for education and her students in the unique ways she connects with her 
class and engages with history. She also demonstrates extraordinary 
compassion and support beyond her classroom by investing in their well-
being, ensuring students have access to ACT preparation programs, 
financial aid workshops, and tutoring programs in high school. As a 
teacher to seventh and eighth graders, she appreciates seeing students 
grow emotionally, physically, and mentally during this critical age as 
they become young adults.
  Capri's dedication to the field of education is not only evident in 
her teaching styles, but also in her passion for continuing to learn. 
In addition to receiving a bachelor of arts in English from the 
University of Central Arkansas, Capri has a master of arts in teaching 
in middle school education and a master of science in special 
education. She is also working on earning a learning systems technology 
education graduate certificate from the University of Arkansas at 
Little Rock and is licensed to teach social studies along with English 
and special education.
  Outside of the classroom, Capri also continuously finds ways to be 
involved in her community. She is a member of the Junior League of 
North Little Rock and volunteers for Special Olympics, the Fellowship 
Baptist Church Special Needs Clothes Closet, and the North Little Rock 
Ole Main Clean-up.
  Arkansas is fortunate to have an exceptional teacher like Capri 
representing the many great teachers in our State, as well as serving 
as a role model to future generations of educators. Capri demonstrates 
what it means to go above and beyond for her students. I congratulate 
her for this achievement and the positive impact she is making on the 
community and the entire State. Her passion and commitment offer an 
excellent example for others to follow. I am confident her efforts are 
inspiring future generations in the classroom and beyond.

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