[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 102 (Monday, June 12, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E542-E543]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




TRIBUTE TO CASIE KILLGORE--CALIFORNIA'S 24TH CONGRESSIONAL WOMAN OF THE 
                                  YEAR

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                         HON. SALUD O. CARBAJAL

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, June 12, 2023

  Mr. CARBAJAL. Mr. Speaker, each year, through the Women of the Year 
Award, my office extends special recognition to women on the Central 
Coast who have made a difference in our community. I would like to 
recognize one outstanding Women of the Year Award recipient, Casie 
Killgore of Santa Barbara, California.
  Raised in Santa Barbara, Casie Killgore has always been committed and 
involved in her community. As an educator, Casie has dedicated her 
career in making a difference and leaving an impact in her student's 
lives. She started her career as a sixth-grade teacher in the early 
2000s and has been the Principal at Franklin Elementary School for 
nearly 15 years.
  Casie is a leader who cares about providing the best support for her 
students, parents, and staff. She is always thinking of innovative ways 
to support her students and how to bring programs on campus to support 
what is best for her students and for the families.
  Her leadership has helped to create resources like the Franklin 
Neighborhood Center. Always thinking of her students, Casie has also 
partnered with organizations throughout the community to provide the 
support required to assist her students accomplish their future goals 
and inspire them to continue their education.
  Having her community interest in mind, Casie has stepped up to 
provide resources on campus for students to learn essential life skills 
and create options for her students. Casie is committed to motivating 
her students and prepare them for success by providing programs such as 
Language Arts, Science, Fine Arts, Technology, STEAM programs and so 
many more.
  Her campus has become a trusted resource for so many families that 
continue to return to the school for its programs, even after the 
students have graduated and moved on to other schools.
  Casie believes in investing in the students, the school, but also in 
the entire Eastside neighborhood. Casie's dedication extends beyond the 
school, bringing resources to support the community and the families 
who call the Eastside their home. She has nurtured trust with the 
families who know their children will get the education they deserve 
and will have access to the opportunities to reach their future goals.
  Her service goes beyond her work in education, as she serves as a 
board member on

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Central Coast nonprofits including Old Spanish Days, the Santa Barbara 
Bowl Foundation's Education Outreach program, and the Mariachi 
Festival.
  I am honored to recognize Casie's dedication and commitment in 
developing and providing opportunities and resources for the students, 
school staff, and the families at Franklin Elementary School and 
surrounding community. I ask all Members to join me today in honoring 
an exceptional woman of California's 24th Congressional District, Casie 
Killgore, for her exceptional service and commitment to her students 
and her community.

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