[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 80 (Thursday, May 11, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H2257]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 CELEBRATING TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK

  (Ms. WILD asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
  Ms. WILD. Mr. Speaker, as Teacher Appreciation Week draws to a close, 
I am thrilled to recognize one of the many educators who has made an 
incredible impact on the lives of kids in my community: Mr. Mark Lavine 
from the Panther Valley School District.
  A sixth grade math teacher, Mr. Lavine has been a Panther Valley 
educator for 21 years. His love for teaching and mentoring extends 
beyond the classroom as the high school football coach, adviser for the 
academic quiz challenge, and organizer of school spirit day.
  Hardworking and compassionate, Mr. Lavine doubled the size of his 
math class to cover for a colleague on a leave of absence--twice.
  He is known as the big brother on staff as a mentor to new teachers, 
and his energy inspires a loving curiosity for math in his students.
  Mr. Lavine epitomizes the dedication of so many educators across 
Pennsylvania-07 who foster a lifelong love for learning in our kids.
  This week and every week, thank a teacher who made a difference in 
your life, your child's life, or a loved one's life, someone like 
Panther Valley's Mr. Lavine.

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